Farnoosh Torabi

In this book, Farnoosh Torabi demonstrates how leaning into your fear can actually become your greatest superpower. Torabi pairs stories from her immigrant upbringing with hard-won industry knowledge and data to show how leaning into your fears can help you take control of your financial future.

Lisa Sun

In this book noted fashion entrepreneur and former McKinsey & Company consultant Lisa Sun shares the eight strengths that every woman can call upon to be confident and successful. Sun challenges traditional notions of confidence with a new approach to living with self-assurance. Backed by quantitative research, Sun has identified eight superpowers—leading, performing, achieving, giving, knowing, creating, believing, self-sustaining—and helps turning moments of self-consciousness into self-confidence.

Twin Cities Business | Stephanie Pierce

Join us for a candid conversation with Carla Vernón, the CEO of The Honest Co., a renowned natural baby and beauty products company founded by actress Jessica Alba. As the first Afro-Latina CEO of a publicly traded company, Carla shares her journey to leadership, insights on staying authentic in the corporate world, and the importance of a supportive network. Discover what it means to break barriers, bet on yourself, and find joy in your career. This interview provides a glimpse into the experiences and perspectives of a trailblazing female CEO.

Forbes | Marita Decker

Confidence erosion, Women in the workplace, Career advancement, Gender bias, Workplace equality, Diversity and inclusion, Career aspirations, Workplace challenges, Women empowerment, Corporate environment, Gender equality initiatives, Leadership support, Career disengagement, Inclusive work culture.

Fast Company | Porter Braswell

Imposter syndrome is a pervasive issue affecting individuals in workplaces and educational institutions, but attributing it solely to individual shortcomings obscures the role of unconscious bias, systemic racism, and discrimination in perpetuating this phenomenon. This article explores the cultural and collective factors behind imposter syndrome, highlighting the experiences of women and people of color. It underscores the need to create inclusive environments that value diverse leadership and achievement styles, ultimately dismantling the biases that fuel imposter syndrome.

Survey: Women & BIPOC Confidence in the Workplace | Deputy Team

In today's diverse workplace, many women and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) employees face unique challenges when it comes to confidence and feeling valued in their jobs. Recent survey data conducted by the Deputy Team sheds light on the experiences of these individuals. Despite representation, a significant portion of women and BIPOC employees do not feel entirely comfortable or confident in their workplace environments. This report explores their thoughts and emotions concerning equality, discrimination, and representation in the workplace.

Elizabeth Leiba

"I'm Not Yelling" by Elizabeth Leiba is a valuable resource for Black businesswomen navigating predominantly white corporate America. This book combines strategic insights with empowering messages, offering statistical evidence and anecdotes that shed light on the challenges Black women face in the workplace. It explores issues like workplace discrimination, microaggressions, lack of mentorship, and pay inequity, providing strategies and recommendations for racial trauma healing and business success.

Your Inner Critic and Self-Sabotage With the Strategic Truth Teller | INspired INsider

Join Dr. Jeremy Weisz on the InspiredInsider Podcast for an enlightening conversation with entrepreneur and business coach Tara-Nicholle Kirke. Discover how she transformed a life-altering crisis into an opportunity for growth, helping countless individuals realize their full potential. Explore Tara's career journey, client success stories, the SoulTour program, and the impactful books that shaped her perspective on life.

Michelle Obama

"The Light We Carry" by Michelle Obama is a #1 NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY BESTSELLER, offering practical wisdom and powerful strategies for navigating life's challenges and uncertainties. Michelle Obama engages in a candid dialogue with readers, sharing insights on building enduring relationships, finding strength in diversity, addressing self-doubt, and more. She draws from her experiences as a mother, spouse, and First Lady to provide valuable practices for adaptation and personal growth.

Thenmozhi Soundararajan

Despite its ban more than 70 years ago, caste is thriving. In this book, Dalit American activist Thenmozhi Soundararajan examines caste from a feminist, abolitionist, and Dalit Buddhist perspective and calls for urgent action for equity across countries and workplaces.

Deborah Liu

"Take Back Your Power: 10 New Rules for Women at Work" by Deborah Liu is a powerful guide for women facing challenges and obstacles in the workplace, providing strategies to thrive in a system that isn't always fair.

Shelmina Babai Abji

"Show Your Worth: 8 Intentional Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders at Work" by Shelmina Abji is a vital resource, especially for women of color, navigating the corporate world. This book addresses the unique challenges and biases that women face in the workplace, providing actionable strategies to transform obstacles into opportunities for success. Shelmina Abji's personal experiences and inspiring stories from other successful women offer valuable insights into achieving leadership and recognition.

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett | Reshma Saujani

Dive into an inspiring episode of "The Diary of a CEO" featuring Reshma Saujani, the visionary founder of Girls Who Code. Discover how she empowered millions of women to embrace coding and the tech industry. Reshma, also the author of "Pay Up," shares invaluable insights on advancing women in the workplace.

Viola Davis

"Finding Me" by Viola Davis is a captivating and deeply personal memoir that chronicles the inspiring journey of the renowned actress, from her coming-of-age in Rhode Island to her present-day success. In her own words, Viola Davis shares her story of overcoming challenges and obstacles, making it a timeless and riveting memoir.

Forbes | Avery Blank

Discover five effective ways to enhance your authenticity at work, fostering a more genuine and positive workplace environment. Learn to share personal elements, express your feelings appropriately, ask relevant questions, offer constructive feedback, and set clear boundaries. Embracing authenticity not only helps you connect with colleagues on a more personal level but also contributes to a more productive and open workspace.

1 in 2 Women Don’t Feel Confident at Work Right Now — Here’s How Companies Can Change That | Dress for Success

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted progress toward gender equality in the workplace. This report, based on insights from 800 women, explores how the pandemic affected women's workplace confidence. Despite setbacks, many women remain optimistic about their careers, emphasizing family, work-life balance, and workplace flexibility.

idealist | Dr. Waajida L. Small

Confidence and humility are qualities that are often valued and rewarded in professional settings. Leaders are commended for exhibiting them, while professionals aspiring to leadership positions look to develop them.

Harvard Business Review | Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey

Many women grapple with feeling like outsiders at work due to systemic bias and exclusion, often diagnosed as "imposter syndrome." This diagnosis pathologized a common workplace feeling, neglecting the impact of systemic racism, classism, xenophobia, and other biases. To address imposter syndrome, the solution lies in creating inclusive environments that embrace diverse leadership styles and racial, ethnic, and gender identities as equally professional.

Rha Goddess

"The Calling" by Rha Goddess is a game-changing book that offers a six-step approach to help you recognize, accept, and embrace your calling. Whether you've already found your calling or are on the path to discovering it, this book provides valuable insights on how to stay true, get paid, and do good. Join Rha Goddess on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

I Am These Truths: A Memoir of Identity, Justice, and Living Between Worlds | Sunny Hostin

"I Am These Truths: A Memoir of Identity, Justice, and Living Between Worlds" by Sunny Hostin and Charisse Jones is a powerful memoir that chronicles Sunny Hostin's remarkable journey from growing up in a South Bronx housing project to becoming an assistant U.S. attorney and a prominent journalist. This memoir offers an intimate and eye-opening look at issues of identity, intolerance, and injustice in America.