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SPARK Insights:
​Boost Your Confidence:
Simple Steps to a Stronger You

Hey friends,

Welcome to Spark Insights! If you're new here, in this newsletter I share tips, tools and resources help you live a more intentional life each day.

Exciting news! My upcoming book Career Break Compass hit the Amazon best seller list this week - landing the #30 spot for work life balance books. Preorder today to get your copy on Nov. 12.

Ok, let's go!

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Quote

"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Question

What small, courageous actions can you take today to cultivate confidence in yourself and your abilities?

Action Step

Practice self-affirmations daily. Write down 1 positive statement about yourself and repeat them aloud with conviction.
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Let's practice -- reply to this email and send me your 1 positive statement about yourself.

Statistic

According to a study published in the European Journal of Social Psychology, individuals who practice self-affirmations experience improved self-esteem and confidence.

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Master Self-Confidence:
Tips for a Balanced, Empowered Life

93% of workers say they’ve experienced a drop in confidence due to work-related incidents.

My clients are usually:

→ Battling perfectionism

→ Overcoming the fear of failure

→ Coming out of a toxic workplace

→ Re-entering the workforce after a break

→ Recovering from a micromanaging boss

So one area I work on with clients —

Rebuilding confidence before the next career chapter.

Here’s how to join the top 7% in building confidence:

1) Embrace your uniqueness

• Your notable traits & unique strengths
• Key experiences at work

2) Set small goals

• Set manageable, achievable goals
• This helps you get wins

3) Positive self-talk

• Talk to yourself like you would a friend
• Be forgiving when things go wrong

4) Celebrate wins

• Small or big, celebrate your wins
• Write down each win in a log

5) Seek feedback

• Find mentors or coaches to guide you
• Create a support group of peers

6) Destress

• Check-in with yourself regularly
• Do an activity you enjoy (meditation, a walk) daily

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When you're ready, here's how I can help you:

1. Group Programs

I am pumped to share that in 30 days I'll be launching a brand new group program! It will include guided modules, weekly cohort calls, and quarterly care packages to help support you and your career.
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Topics we’ll cover include burnout, career breaks, career pivots/transitions and resiliency. Whether you’re planning a break, in a break, transitioning out of a break, or looking for tips to not burnout - there will be a group for you!

Our first meeting will be in early December, and we'll kick off with an intention and vision setting workshop. Be sure to sign up to get the emails.
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​Sign up for the waitlist below!​
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2. ​Coaching: I help high-achieving leaders go from burnout to balanced. Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching?

📚Books:

• ​The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman. This book is a must-read for all women. It explains how genetics and upbringing contribute to women's lack of confidence and suggests taking more risks as a way to improve your self-confidence.
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• ​Consider This: Reflections for Finding Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab​ just released a new book this week, and I AM PUMPED! Let me know if you pick it up too, and we can do a mini-book club.

Thanks for reading!

See you next week.