In this episode, we take on one of the most widely accepted yet misguided pieces of career advice: "Fake it till you make it." After coming across this advice in a Google search, Anna unpacks why this approach not only does not work but is potentially harmful to anyone trying to build genuine confidence in the workplace.

Key Takeaways:

• Debunking the Myth: Faking it does not lead to authentic confidence. Instead, it merely masks insecurities and delays the process of developing real self-assurance.
• Faking It vs. Authentic Confidence: Using examples from relationships and social media, we illustrate how faking confidence is similar to pretending in other areas of life—it may fool others, but it doesn't create genuine feelings or results.
• The Real Path to Confidence: Anna reminds listeners that true confidence comes from within, built through self-awareness, experience and personal growth, not through pretending.

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