Leadership Starts With You: Learning to Trust Yourself as a Leader

Virtual WORKSHOP You spend a lot of time leading others. But how well do you lead yourself? Leadership starts with you—and at the heart of how we lead is the relationship we have with ourselves. Self-trust is the ability to rely on your own judgment, values, and capabilities, even when the path forward isn’t completely clear. In this interactive session, participants will explore what self-trust looks like in leadership and what can cause us to second-guess ourselves. Through reflection and practical strategies, participants will consider how to strengthen trust in themselves, navigate uncertainty, and move forward without needing to have everything figured out. This session is for individuals at any level. Learning Objectives Understand the role self-trust plays in how we lead and respond to challenges. Recognize habits and behaviors that can strengthen or undermine self-trust. Explore practical ways to strengthen self-trust when making decisions, navigating uncertainty, and taking action. About Our Facilitator Eilis (A-lish) Wasserman is the Program Director at Shafer Leadership Academy focused on overseeing impactful leadership development programming and creating innovative opportunities for Shafer members. She has a background as a career coach and facilitator, dedicated to cultivating confidence and inspiring self-discovery. She is an introvert and early career professional advocate, empowering introverts to hone their unique strengths and develop their own career stories. Eilis believes the most valuable skill that you can learn, and practice is the art of connecting- it’s all about telling our story. Eilis is a freelance coach on The Muse and has worked as a career coach with Ball State University and the University of Michigan. Eilis looks forward to working with you to present your best self wherever you may be in your career journey.