# 5 Ways to Build Confidence in a Leadership Role with Stacy Bahnsen - EP113

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Published: 2026-02-17T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Today Stacy Bahnsen and I dive into what it really means to be a confident leader at work and in life. I’m joined by executive and leadership life coach Stacy Bahnsen, and together we unpack the five core qualities of a confident leader—trusting yourself, having the courage to be seen, staying curious, honoring your boundaries, and leading with clarity. Stacy shares the powerful story of “hitting the button” on a major life and career investment, walking away from a prestigious operations director role, and why not deciding was more painful than making a bold move. We talk about self-trust in leadership, the lonely reality of the C‑suite, and why you can always “re-decide” without abandoning your ultimate goal. You’ll hear practical visuals—from rockets failing their way to the moon to driving with headlights in the dark and treating your potential like a Ferrari, not a rental Prius—that make decision-making, courage, and confidence easier to apply immediately. We share some personal experiences as leaders and a few wins along with a few big moments where we learn lifelong lessons. Learn from our conversation and leave with a few life lessons you can use moving forward to become a strong, confident leader regardless of what you encounter along the way! You won't want to miss this intriguing and motivating interview! Book a coaching call here: https://thecrazyconfidencecoach.com/book-now Email: heather@hcedwardscoaching.com Get freebies here: https://thecrazyconfidencecoach.com/freebies 20 Questions to Ask to Increase the Quality of Your Relationships Confidence Boosting Tips for Difficult Conversations Plan Your Success! Best Planner You Ever Used to Create an Unbelievable Successful Year! To be the best version of you, it requires intentional action! Grab Stacy's Free…

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