Why women leaders still struggle with self-doubt (even when they “should know better")

Episode notes

If that voice inside your head gets louder as responsibility increases, this episode is for you. In this episode, Liz explains why the inner critic often gets louder not quieter as you progress as a leader. Drawing on leadership experience and insights from neuroscience, she reframes the inner critic as a stress response, not the truth. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why senior leaders still struggle with self-doubt (even when they “should know better”) How the brain’s protective response shows up as overthinking and second-guessing The difference between anxiety and uncertainty in leadership decisions How to stop arguing with your inner critic and start managing it Three practical ways to quiet the inner critic without ignoring risk This episode is especially relevant if you replay decisions in your head long after they’re made. Listen if you want calmer decision-making, stronger self-trust, and a healthier relationship with the voice in your head. Preparing for Partnership?