The Power of Self-Trust: Your Secret to Confident Leadership
You are the leader you’ve been waiting for. No more seeking validation overthinking every decision, or shrinking your brilliance to make others comfortable. Confidence starts with self-trust.
Think about it—when you fully trust yourself, you move differently. You make decisions without second-guessing, speak up in rooms where you belong, and carry yourself with an energy that commands respect.
So why do so many women leaders struggle with self-trust? Because we’ve been conditioned to seek permission instead of power. Not anymore.
Self-trust fuels confident leadership.
Why Self-Trust Is a Game-Changer for Leaders
When you trust yourself, everything shifts:
✅ Decisions become easier – No more overanalyzing. You trust your instincts and take action.
✅ Your presence is felt – Confidence isn’t about being the loudest; it’s about being sure.
✅ You move with clarity – You stop doubting every step and start trusting that even missteps are part of the journey.
Leaders who trust themselves don’t waste energy on self-doubt. They make moves, period.
A Personal Story: Confidence on the Trading Floor
Let me take you back to my days as a trader. I was the only Black female trader in a predominantly male industry, and trust me, that could have been a reason for me to hold back, to shrink into the background. But I quickly learned that hiding behind that excuse would serve no one—not me, not my team, and certainly not my career.
My job was to hit my numbers and optimize the production I was in charge of, and I had to do it with confidence. There were days when the market moved against me, and I lost money on trades. Those moments were tough—losing in trading is part of the game. No one wins on every single trade.
If I had let those losses shake my confidence, I would have been paralyzed with doubt. Instead, I chose to view those setbacks as opportunities for growth. I trusted my skills and instincts, reminding myself that my worth wasn’t tied to every single outcome.
I had to keep my head high, knowing that confidence is built not just on victories but on how we respond to challenges. I learned to embrace the ups and downs, using them to fuel my determination to push forward. My confidence had to remain strong, and as I did that, I created a space where I could lead with authority and authenticity.
3 Ways to Strengthen Your Self-Trust (and Lead with More Confidence!)
1. Keep Promises to Yourself
Every time you set a goal and don’t follow through, your brain files it under “Sis doesn’t do what she says.” 😬 The more this happens, the less you trust yourself.
Try this: Start with one small promise this week—whether it’s finishing a project, speaking up in a meeting, or waking up 30 minutes earlier. Then do it. Trust is built through action.
2. Filter Out the Noise
Too much outside input will have you doubting your own brilliance. Your intuition already knows the answer—you just have to listen.
Try this: Before asking anyone else for advice, pause. What do YOU think? Write it down. You might realize you don’t need anyone else’s input after all.
3. Keep Receipts on Your Wins
You’ve navigated tough situations before. You’ve made bold decisions. You’ve come through every single time. So why keep acting like you can’t trust yourself now?
Try this: Start a Confidence Journal. Write down three times when you trusted yourself and it worked out. When doubt creeps in, go back and read your own receipts.
It's Time to Lead Like You Mean it
The most powerful leaders aren’t the ones with all the answers—they’re the ones who trust themselves to figure it out. ~ Maven Miara
And that’s you.
💬 What’s ONE way you’re choosing to trust yourself this month? Drop a comment—I want to hear it!
Hi there! I'm Maven’ Miara. I'm a Hope Curator & Confidence Cultivator who works with high-achieving, purpose pursuing baddies to help them move from STUCK to EXECUTION in creating the lifestyle they desire. 