Humans often believe they need to feel confident before they take action. But I can tell you from experience—that’s not how it works.
When I first came into my new home, I was unsure. Everything was unfamiliar, and fear kept me hesitating at doorways, uncertain about the world beyond them. If I had waited until I felt confident to explore, I might never have moved at all. But instead, I stepped forward—one paw at a time—proving to myself that I could navigate new spaces, learn new things, and grow into the confident co-coach I am today.
🚩 Waiting for confidence is a trap. Research, including insights from The Confidence Gap, shows that confidence doesn’t lead to action—it follows it. If you wait until you’re “ready,” chances are you’ll stay stuck, overanalyzing rather than moving forward.
🧠 Self-doubt isn’t a stop sign—it’s an invitation to act. Like me figuring out new environments, confidence builds through repetition, experience, and small wins—not passive reassurance.
🎯 Think of a leader who took bold steps despite uncertainty. Did they start out confident? Probably not. They learned by doing, proving to themselves that they could adapt to challenges as they arose.
🚀 The truth: You don’t become confident by waiting. You become confident by stepping in, adapting, and proving to yourself that you are capable—again and again.
So, what’s something you’ve hesitated on because you didn’t feel “ready”? And what’s one small action you can take today? Confidence is just waiting for you to move.