423 | Why comparing yourself to coworkers who *seem* more confident stifles your true potential

423 | Why comparing yourself to coworkers who *seem* more confident stifles your true potential

July 6, 2026 · 25 min

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This episode discusses how comparing yourself to seemingly more confident coworkers can hinder your true potential.

Stop comparing yourself to others who seem more confident - it's stifling your potential Have you ever watched a coworker speak up in a meeting – calm, poised, totally composed – and immediately felt your own confidence deflate? If comparing yourself to other people leaves you feeling like you're behind, or like everyone else has something you don't, this episode is for you. Here's the truth: constantly comparing yourself to others who seem more confident is one of the most damaging things ...

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