Low self-image is the number one confidence killer.

It does not announce itself with drama. It shows up in the quiet ways leaders shrink, overcompensate, or quietly sabotage their own influence.

Two dangerous expressions appear most often.

The first is overconfidence — an inflated self-image that...

A lack of strategic growth and self-awareness can manifest as overconfidence in one's abilities and decision-making. A leader who is overly confident may underestimate risks, ignore warning signs, and fail to seek input from others, potentially leading to poor decision-making.

How does strategicall...