One of the greatest gifts I've received as an executive coach is hearing from highly successful leaders that they sometimes struggle with confidence. Even CEOs have confided in me about feeling like imposters, uncertain they can succeed, or worried they'll be exposed as frauds. I always reassure these leaders that they're not alone. These feelings are especially common when taking on new roles, leading major organizational changes, or recovering from setbacks. It's a natural part of leadership growth. When our confidence wavers, one powerful technique is grounding ourselves in our core identity through self-affirmation. Recently, after a challenging client conversation, I reminded myself, "I am a good person." I've learned not to tie my self-worth to others' reactions or work outcomes – these fluctuate daily. Instead, I anchor it in how I treat people, live my values, serve others, and maintain my integrity – the essence of who I...