The Fear That Almost Held Me Back

Several years ago, I was invited to speak at a Women in Automotive conference in front of a room filled with professionals and peers from across the industry.

My first instinct was to decline. I was terrified and convinced myself I wasn’t ready. Self-doubt crept in like an old, familiar voice whispering:

“I’m too young.”
“Am I even qualified to be on the panel?”
“What if I get asked a question I can’t answer?”

I obsessed over everything—my headshot, my outf...

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Women Leaders Through Purpose-Driven Leadership

You’d expect success to silence self-doubt. After all, isn’t that the point of climbing the ladder, to feel powerful, confident, and in control?

But for many high-performing women, the opposite happens. The more we achieve, the more the doubt creeps in. We second-guess our decisions, question our worth, and quietly wonder if we’ve somehow fooled everyone into believing we’re capable.

You’re not weak or insecure. Y...