240: Brutally Honest Advice to Build Your Confidence

Confidence isn't something you're born with. It's something you build.

In this episode, Sean Barnes reflects on his journey from being a highly confident introvert in IT to leading teams in HR, ESG, safety, and leadership development. Through every new challenge, he learned that confidence is domain-specific and must be earned through action, discomfort, and growth.

Whether you're stuck in a job you’ve outgrown or afraid to step into something new, this episode will challenge you to stop playing it safe and start building the skills that lead to real confidence.

In this episode:

• Why confidence in one area doesn’t mean confidence in all

• The role discomfort plays in your growth

• How to lead without being the smartest in the room

• What it takes to become comfortable being uncomfortable

If you're ready to grow, it's time to get uncomfortable.