Having an alter ego is the key to confidence, here's how to create yours in 3 steps (the science)

Having an alter ego is the key to confidence, here's how to create yours in 3 steps (the science)

May 17, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 203

About this episode

This episode explores the science behind alter egos and provides a three-step guide to creating one for increased confidence.

An episode like old times: I found a theory, and became obsessed with it! So let's break down the science behind alter egos, why they actually work, and how to create one in a way that doesn’t feel weird and won’t mean you lose yourself. I hope you find it useful! + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34 + HEATHER ELKINGTON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipheather/?hl=en Fresh Leadership World: https://www.freshleadershipworld.com/ Her book, Your Boss Era: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/468055/your-boss-era-by-elkington-heather/9781529146967 + FOLLOW THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@workinghardpodcast + DILEMMA SUBMISSION If you'd like to submit any dilemmas to the podcast to be answered in the bonus episodes, please send them to podcast@grace-beverley.com with the subject beginning DILEMMAS or DM us @workinghardpod on Instagram! + MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/ + RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do…

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