Building Confidence Beyond Competence: A Journey with Maureen Monte
Jan 19, 2024
Did you know that In order to truly dominate your day, it's important to explore paths that contribute to personal and professional growth. Today, we delve into a captivating conversation with Maureen Monte, an accomplished author, consultant, and Gallup CliftonStrengths® coach, shedding light on her journey and insights into confidence-building, especially for women.
Maureen's journey intertwines with sports, a powerful medium that shaped her life. As an athlete from a young age, she found solace and connection, especially after the loss of her father. Despite being an outsider, sports provided a sense of belonging and a platform where she excelled. From baseball to basketball, Maureen discovered her competence and resilience, setting the stage for lessons that transcended the playing field.
Transitioning from sports to a corporate career, Maureen faced challenges as a female engineer in a male-dominated environment. Her experiences at IBM highlighted the importance of standing up for oneself, a skill honed on the sports field. Despite adversity, Maureen's sports-influenced mindset allowed her to navigate the corporate world with confidence.
In a surprising revelation, Maureen challenges the notion that sports inherently build confidence. Drawing on her extensive experience with male and female athletes, she unveils a gap between competence and confidence. The data she shares from CliftonStrengths® assessments among female athletes underscores the rarity of self-assurance, emphasizing the need for targeted confidence-building efforts.
Maureen shares a poignant example from the world of gymnastics, using Simone Biles as a case study. Despite Biles' unparalleled success, her journey unveils a lack of self-assurance. This sparks a crucial discussion on mindset and the need to help individuals bridge the gap between competence and confidence, a challenge Maureen addresses in her latest book, "Win Like a Girl."
Win Like a Girl: A Unique Approach:
Maureen's latest book takes a distinctive approach, blending a fictional story with a practical playbook. The narrative, inspired by her experiences, introduces readers to a diverse cast of characters navigating the challenges of the sports world. The playbook, a culmination of Maureen's extensive expertise, provides actionable steps for parents, athletes, and coaches to foster confidence in young individuals.
Maureen Monte's journey is a testament to the transformative power of sports and the invaluable lessons it imparts. From navigating corporate challenges to challenging traditional views on confidence, her insights pave the way for a more nuanced understanding of personal and professional growth. "Win Like a Girl" stands as a guide, urging individuals to embrace their strengths and embark on a journey towards true confidence.
Episode Minutes:
5:00 - Impact of Sports on Confidence and Self-Belief
18:00 Translating Sports Confidence to Workplace Confidence
24:00 - The Power of Role Modeling
28:00 - The Power of Self-Belief
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