You know more than you think.
You’re more qualified than you realize.
You’ve done the work. You’ve gained the experience.
Yet… you hesitate.
You hold back from applying to that job, pitching your business, raising your rates, or speaking up at that meeting.
You second-guess yourself while others, often less qualified, move ahead.
Why?
It’s not your ability.
It’s not your skill.
It’s not your intelligence.
It’s the confidence gap.
What Is The Confidence Gap?
Studies consistently show that women often underestimate their abilities, while men are more likely to overestimate theirs.
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A man applies for a job when he meets 60% of the requirements.
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A woman waits until she meets 100%, and even then, she questions if she’s “ready.”
This gap isn’t because women aren’t capable.
It’s because for years, we’ve been conditioned to:
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Avoid failure.
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Wait for permission.
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Seek perfection.
The Cost of The Confidence Gap
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Missed opportunities.
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Delayed promotions.
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Lower earnings.
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Unfulfilled potential.
The world doesn’t reward perfection.
It rewards boldness.
And every time you hesitate, someone less qualified moves into the space you could have owned.
How To Start Closing Your Confidence Gap
1. Take Imperfect Action
Waiting until you feel fully ready? You’ll wait forever.
Clarity comes from doing, not overthinking.
2. Reframe Failure
Failure isn’t the opposite of success; it’s part of success.
Every setback is data. Every rejection is redirection.
3. Borrow Confidence Until You Build Yours
Surround yourself with women who remind you of your power.
Community matters.
Sisterhood matters.
4. Celebrate Progress, Not Perfection
Stop waiting for big wins to celebrate yourself.
Every small step is proof that you’re moving.
5. Get The Right Support
Mentorship. Coaching. Programs that give you tools to lead confidently.
You’re More Ready Than You Think
If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it.
The confidence gap doesn’t close by accident.
It closes by intention.
By action.
By surrounding yourself with spaces that fuel your growth.
At CedHER, we’re building those spaces every day.
Safe. Supportive. Strategic. Empowering.
Are you ready to finally break free from self-doubt?
Join CedHER community and step into your next level with tools, mentorship, and a group of women that believe in your brilliance, even on the days you doubt it.
Click the link below to start your confidence journey.
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