Confidence can be a powerful trait, but it doesn’t always translate to genuine ability. Have you ever been dazzled by someone’s pitch, only to discover a stark gap between their claims and actual skills?

Leaders face a critical challenge: distinguishing between true competence and mere confidence. In this episode, Gayle Lantz breaks down the nuanced relationship between these two essential qualities. When confidence and competence are misaligned, the consequences can range from missed opportunities to potential organizational damage.

Sometimes the most talented individuals struggle with self-doubt, while the least qualified can be the most persuasive. 

So how do you:

• Spot the difference between confidence and real competence
• Assess potential team members or service providers more accurately
• Build both confidence and competence in yourself and your team

If you’ve ever questioned a hiring decision or wondered why a seemingly confident professional fell short of expectations, this episode offers practical strategies to navigate these leadership challenges.

Whether you want to build more confidence and/or competence in yourself, or others, gain the insights you need to lead at your best.

This episode covers:

• The relationship between confidence and competence
• Pitfalls of being swayed by confidence alone
• Strategies for accurate assessment
• Building genuine confidence and competence
• Creating a culture of continuous learning and growth

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Previous CEO on the Go Episodes:

Breaking Free From the ‘No Choice’ Mindset – How Leaders Can Always Find a Way (#238)

The Power of Small Steps – When You Don’t Have It All Figured Out (#237)