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Episode 109

Self-Assurance | Two Perspectives on Trusting Your Inner Compass

Leading with confidence and calm under pressure with the strength of Self-Assurance 🛡️ In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller engages with Kori Czasnojc and Jennifer Selke to explore the often-misunderstood strength of Self-Assurance and how it shows up in leadership and coaching.

They discuss how this rare strength drives internal conviction, resilience, and trust in one’s decisions, even in the face of external doubt. The conversation touches on cultural perceptions, how Self-Assurance partners with other strengths, and what it means to lead from a place of clarity rather than ego. With personal stories and practical insight, this episode invites listeners to better understand the steady power of Self-Assurance and how to support it in others.

 

💥 Key Takeaways:

  • Self-Assurance is often misunderstood as arrogance or overconfidence.
  • The internal experience of Self-Assurance can differ from external perceptions.
  • Self-Assurance can enhance leadership presence and influence.
  • Cultural factors can affect how Self-Assurance is perceived and valued.
  • Self-Assurance is rare in strengths profiles, making it unique.

 

📚 Additional Resources:

The Strengths Whisperer

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