Confident Leaders By Design

Chris Baker is a former teacher who now designs, delivers and assesses leadership development programmes at various scales across various domains. He has a doctorate in leadership self-efficacy, and fuelled by his own personal battles with low confidence is fascinated by its complex role in the way we think, feel and act.

• Introduction, Chapter 1 – You Can’t Cheat the Harvest, Chapter 2 - Studying Ourselves, Chapter 3 - Back Seat Driver, Chapter 4 - Self-efficacy Over Time, Chapter 5 - Self-efficacy in the Moment, Chapter 6 - Antecedents, Chapter 7 - Doing a Self-build, Chapter 8 – Developing Others, Chapter 9 - Creating Collective Efficacy, Chapter 10 - Dips & Spirals, Chapter 11- The Sweet Spot, Chapter 12 - The Confidence Code, Chapter 13 - The Big Three, Final Thoughts

"For those interested in applied psychology, particularly in leadership contexts, this book offers a valuable blend of theory, personal narrative, and actionable strategies." Dr Paul Redford, Associate Professor, University of the West of England."This book is an honest and informed exploration of the significant role that confidence, and specifically self-efficacy, plays in flourishing as a successful leader." Alison Fletcher FCCT, Director of Professional Development, Cabot Learning Federation."Rooted in a truly impressive synthesis of available research, this is a timely reminder of the importance of self-efficacy and confidence for leaders at all levels. Highly recommend." Andy Buck, Founder of Leadership Matters."This is the book I wish I had read twenty years ago and is a must for anyone wishing to develop their own confidence and that of their team members." Neil Thomas, Director of Strata Leadership Development."Confidence is an essential part of successful leadership no matter what sector you work in, and this book provides a clear, evidence-based roadmap to get you there." A Jones, Sargent (SGT), Australian Special Forces.