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The vast majority of people85%, to be exactadmit they lack confidence in the workplace: they avoid taking on leadership roles, they dont speak up in meetings, and they doubt themselves. For those who feel marginalized, the feelings of low confidence can be even more stark. Imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and fear of failure can slow down our decisions and hold us back from sharing inventive ideas. But fear-based action rarely leads to promotions or breakthroughs. Left unchecked, imposter syndrome can slowly start to limit our ability to succeed. But with a resilience framework, anyone can learn strategies to silence self-doubt, reframe setbacks, and build confidence. Lets rewind for a minute At the age of 21, I wasnt sure Id be alive at 22. I awoke from an 11-hour cancer surgery at UCSF to find that the doctor had removed not only half of my nose but also half of my upper lip, muscle, and bone from my right cheek, the shelf of my right eye, six teeth, and part of my hard palate. I was attached to my chest with a delto-pectoral flap because so much tissue had been removed from my face. My world was turned upside down. More cancer surgery. Reconstruction that didnt work. Two steps back for every step forward. I was spiraling quickly, and I began to struggle with my self-esteem. It took years for me to become content with who I was again. But my openness and awareness of what was transpiring around me allowed me time for reflection that would change the course of my life. A survival kit and resilience framework Over the course of many years, I developed a survival kit and a resilience framework that helped me rebuild who I was. Ive come to call this framework ReBAR: Reflect, Build, Act, Renew. This approach helped me rebuild self-belief and step into challenges with more confidence. Here are seven strategies that can help anyone strengthen their resilience and overcome self-doubt. 1. Prepare with purpose Preparation became a cornerstone for my self-belief. In the early years of my work life, post-cancer recovery, I felt like a fraud, and I overprepared for every meeting. But then something interesting happened: I began to realize that over-preparation gave me increased self-confidence, because I was always trying to stay one step ahead, and anticipate objections I might encounter. My over-preparation was improving my knowledge base, and I became more confident in my business proposals and recommendations. I had data to support my suggestions, and people began to trust my ideas. 2. Set achievable goals Confidence builds in increments, not leaps. Early on, I committed to one personal and one professional goal at a time. Reaching those milestones proved to me that progress was possibleand each success made the next challenge less intimidating. Start small: finish a certification, commit to speaking up once in a meeting, or complete a project youve been postponing. Small wins create a ripple effect that builds real momentum. 3. Practice reflection and gratitude Daily reflection was transformative. I asked myself: What did I learn today? What am I proud of? What can I improve tomorrow? Coupled with gratitude, reflection shifted my focus away from what was lacking to what was already working. Gratitude is not just a feel-good exercise: it actually rewires your brain toward optimism, making it easier to recognize opportunities and solutions instead of obstacles. 4. Build your support system Resilience doesnt mean you have to go it alone. In my case, I leaned on close friends, family, and even group therapy. Opening up about my insecurities was uncomfortable at first, but it turned out to be freeingI realized I wasnt the only one wrestling with self-doubt. Confidence tends to grow when youre around people who encourage you, point out your strengths, and help you see opportunities you might have overlooked. On the flip side, protecting yourself from constant negativity saves energy and keeps you focused on what matters. 5. Take consistent action Confidence doesnt show up by waiting until you feel ready. It comes from doing. I started asking myself, Whats one thing I can do today that will move me forward tomorrow? Sometimes it was as simple as raising a new idea in a meeting, volunteering for a project, or reaching out to someone I admired for advice. Each small step added up. The more I acted, the more capable I felt. Action turns vague goals into real progress, and every bit of practice builds resilience. 6. Reframe setbacks with better self-talk Everyone has that inner critic. The trick is to rewrite what it says. Instead of Im not ready, try Im still learning and growing. Instead of I failed, try That gave me experience I can use next time. The way we talk to ourselves has power. Positive self-talk interrupts the negative loops that can keep us stuck. Each time you swap a destructive thought for a constructive one, you strengthen your ability to bounce back. But if you dwell too long on the negative, it slowly chips away at your confidence. 7. Celebrate progress and renew your commitment A lot of people forget to do this, but celebrating winseven small onesis key. Take time to notice the effort, the creativity, and the persistence that helped you get there. When you do, your brain starts linking hard work with reward, which makes it easier to keep pushing forward. And when setbacks come (because they always do), looking back at your past wins reminds you of what youre capable of. Then, reset, refocus, and move forward with a stronger sense of purpose. The ReBAR FrameworkReflect, Build, Act, Renew ReBARreflect, build, act, renewcan help you tie this together. Reflection helps you build a positive mindset and commit to taking risks with new ideas, building helps you develop a supportive environment to navigate lifes challenges with more positivity and optimism, action moves you closer to your goals, and renewal ensures you keep growing. With this approach, youre firmly in the drivers seat of your own life. Confidence isnt about perfection; its about practice, perspective, and persistence. Follow these steps, and youll not only quiet self-doubtbut also strengthen the resilience you need to take on bigger challenges.
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There’s more bad news for Tesla rival Lucid Motors. On Tuesday, shares of the luxury electric vehicle company Lucid Group (Nasdaq: LCID) fell a whopping 10% as the EV maker began trading following its 1-for-10 reverse stock split, which went into effect after Friday’s market close. In case you missed it, here’s what to know. What is a reverse stock split? In short, a reverse stock split is when a corporation consolidates the existing number of stock shares so that there are fewer, higher-priced shares, according to Investopedia. To be clear, this is the opposite of a stock split, where investors gain multiple shares, often at a lower price. In an effort to avoid being delisted on the Nasdaq stock exchange, which, like the New York Stock Exchange, requires companies to meet a minimum trading price of $1, Lucid consolidated every 10 existing shares into one, cutting outstanding shares from about 3.07 billion to roughly 307.3 million. That means investors got one share for every 10 they owned, reducing authorized shares from 15 billion to 1.5 billion. The Nasdaq gives companies 180 days to raise their share price once shares fall below the $1 threshold for 30 consecutive trading days. The exchange publishes a running list of all the current and upcoming reverse and regular stock splits. In addition to meeting the Nasdaq’s listing requirements, a reverse split has the potential to make a company more attractive to institutional investors. However, in Lucid’s case, it hasn’t seemed to help the company win back investors, as stock continued to fall on Tuesday. The stock is currently down more than 30% year to date. Lucid’s most recent earnings Lucid reported a Q2 2025 revenue of $259 million, missing expectations, with a net loss of $855 million for the quarter, compared with $790 million for the same period last year.
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For fall fanatics nationwide, the return of Starbucks’s Pumpkin Spice Latte was an August highlight. But its safe to say that no one was happier than Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol. In a message sent to employees on September 1, Niccol shared that the coffeehouse’s fall menu launch on August 26 led to its strongest Tuesday sales day evermomentum that continued through the following days and ultimately notched a record-breaking sales week for the company. In response to Fast Company‘s request, Starbucks declined to share more specific numbers for the week’s sales. Every coffeehouse I visited this week was buzzing with energy, Niccol wrote in the memo. And Ive heard fantastic feedback from customers and partners that they see and feel the difference. Your passion is showing up in every cup and every interaction. Since exiting his post as the head of Chipotle last August to helm a beleaguered Starbucks, Niccol has been on a mission to turn the coffee chain around. So far, Starbuckss sales numbers have not entirely demonstrated that the chain is reboundingbut the fall launch might just be the data point Niccol needs to signal that an upward trajectory is finally incoming. Starbucks says it’s “gaining momentum” Niccols Back to Starbucks plan is pulling a few different levers at the company. To start, Starbucks is updating its in-store experience to align more closely with its early roots, bringing back more seating and personalized touches like handwritten notes on cups. Its also pivoting away from a pandemic-induced focus on mobile ordering in an attempt to reframe the coffee shop as a desirable third space. And, recently, the company has begun introducing new menu innovations geared toward younger customers, like a protein cold foam and a TikTok-inspired secret menu. Predictably, none of these moves has been a one-off fix to Starbuckss broader problems. On July 29, the company reported its sixth consecutive quarter of same-store sales declines (a metric that measures the revenue change of established locations over time). Revenue, however, was up 4%, to $9.6 billion. At the time, Niccol told investors in a video message: While our financial results dont yet reflect all the progress weve made, the signs are clearwere gaining momentum. He added in a press release that, based on his experience in turnarounds, the company is ahead of schedule. In 2026, well unleash a wave of innovation that fuels growth, elevates customer service, and ensures everyone experiences the very best of Starbucks, Niccol wrote. Right now, its too soon to tell how the fall menus early success will impact the companys fourth-quarter financials. But, given the undeniable fandom thats emerged around the PSL, it wouldnt exactly come as a surprise if the fall season helps nudge Niccols turnaround plan into high gear.
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