Workplace Confidence
Free resources for leaders and people professionals"Welcome to Workplace Confidence, created for leaders and people professionals, it's packed with FREE resources, tutorials and practical tips to share with your colleagues.
It's here because I believe organisational confidence is the key to success. Confident individuals create confident teams, in turn, they build happier organisations that can fulfil their purpose.
But all too often, self-belief is seen as a personal burden to bear, something you have to work out on your own. We need to get past this idea because confidence is actually a people problem that we can all work to resolve.
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"I believe organisational confidence is the key to success"
Penny Haslam
MD & Founder - Bit Famous
Bit Famous is trusted by leading brands to build confidence and communication skills in the workplace
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Make listening your organisation’s superpower
What do meetings look like in your organisation? Is it just a few people speaking while most stay silent? Do people interrupt, talk over each…
Coming up on the Workplace Confidence Podcast
Coming up on the Workplace Confidence PodcastBonus episodeHosted by Penny HaslamMD & Founder – Bit FamousBit Famous is trusted by leading brands to build confidence and communication skills in the workplaceComing up on the Workplace Confidence Podcast. In this special…
Can you just say a few words?
Could you just say a few words please? Ever been asked that, or had to ask it of someone else? It’s for that moment in an office, when there’s a ‘leaving do’ – a team member is retiring, going on…
Visible leadership: The coffee strategy
Being visible as a leader is hugely important. Visible leaders can engage others, share key messages, values, and behaviours – making your job a bit easier, perhaps? It’s a huge topic, so today I’m giving you just one thing that…
Finalist! L&D Supplier of the Year
Bit Famous has reached the finals of the prestigious Personnel Today Awards 2024. Our nomination recognises the success of our Impact, Influence and Confidence Programme with Shawbrook Bank. About the award nomination.
Can you just say a few words?
Could you just say a few words please? Ever been asked that, or had to ask it of someone else? It’s for that moment in an office, when there’s a ‘leaving do’ – a team member is retiring, going on maternity leave, moving on to another department or a new…
Visible leadership: The coffee strategy
Being visible as a leader is hugely important. Visible leaders can engage others, share key messages, values, and behaviours – making your job a bit easier, perhaps? It’s a huge topic, so today I’m giving you just one thing that you and your colleagues can adopt to be more visible…
Women in professional services: 10 key strategies for career progress
Women in professional services: 10 key strategies for career progress. When you want to progress at work, it’s not simply a case of just being good at your job. Let’s assume you’ve got that covered. Advancing your career requires a shift in the way you get seen by the people…
Make listening your organisation’s superpower
What do meetings look like in your organisation? Is it just a few people speaking while most stay silent? Do people interrupt, talk over each other, pinch ideas, or mansplain? Perhaps the culture is that the leaders or the most…Being yourself at work, how hard can it be?
This time, I’m delving into a topic close to my heart: feeling like you can’t be your authentic self at work. It’s a common issue, and thinking back to my career at the BBC, I certainly had times when I…
How to interrupt like a pro
How to interrupt like a pro. This time, I’m sharing insights on a slightly less celebrated but incredibly useful skill – interrupting! Far from being a breach of etiquette, having colleagues who know how to interrupt appropriately is essential. Confidently…
Make listening your organisation’s superpower
What do meetings look like in your organisation? Is it just a few people speaking while most stay silent? Do people interrupt, talk over each…
Want to nail your next presentation? Here’s why mindset matters
Executive CoachingDiscover our world-class coachingLet’s talkBook a no-obligation discovery callGet your mindset right for a great presentation What I want to talk about today is a really important part of presenting or speaking or being in front of people, and that is preparation. Often we think of preparation as getting…
Are you a great speaker or just good enough?
It can be tough to get honest feedback about your speaking skills, especially as you move up the career ladder. Colleagues might not know how to give constructive criticism, or they might not feel comfortable critiquing your speaking. That’s where professional coaches come in. They can help you take your…
Got an opinion? Share it
I’ve got a bit of a challenge on with somebody. I’m trying to convince them that having an opinion and sharing it is a really good idea. Now you might be in the camp of: “Oh, no way. I’m not sharing my personal opinions anywhere or with anyone because that’s…
Workplace mastermind groups
Introduction: What is a workplace mastermind group? I want to share an idea with you that’s commonly associated with business owners. Actually, I think it’s something that should be more regularly used in the workplace. That is, mastermind groups at work so your people can solve their problems confidently and…
Outperform and impress: 5 Meeting hosting hacks that will set you apart
We delve into the art of hosting a meeting, a crucial skill that can significantly impact your career progression. We discuss the difference between just holding a meeting and truly hosting one, and explore various strategies to engage attendees, manage time effectively, and drive productive discussions. This guide will arm…
How to start a conversation about confidence with your team
All too often, confidence is seen as a personal burden to bear, something you have to work out on your own. I believe we’ve got to get over this idea because confidence is actually a people problem that we can all work to resolve.…
Outperform and impress: 5 Meeting hosting hacks that will set you apart
We delve into the art of hosting a meeting, a crucial skill that can significantly impact your career progression. We discuss the difference between just holding a meeting and truly hosting one, and explore various strategies to engage attendees, manage time effectively, and drive productive discussions. This guide will arm…
How to calm nerves before a presentation
So I get asked all the time, “How do I beat nerves?” Do I still get nervous whenever I’m going to deliver a presentation or a talk in lots of different environments? And I always say that I don’t ever try to beat nerves. There’s no way you can get…
Slide-free presentations: Kick the PowerPoint habit
Audiences crave a more engaging and interactive presentation experience. I recommend breaking free from over-dependency on PowerPoint to explore innovative ways to captivate your audience. In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the process of embracing slide-free (or fewer slides) presentations, I hope it’ll give you some ideas to…
Want to nail your next presentation? Here’s why mindset matters
Executive CoachingDiscover our world-class coachingLet’s talkBook a no-obligation discovery callGet your mindset right for a great presentation What I want to talk about today is a really important part of presenting or speaking or being in front of people, and that is preparation. Often we think of preparation as getting…
Are you a great speaker or just good enough?
It can be tough to get honest feedback about your speaking skills, especially as you move up the career ladder. Colleagues might not know how to give constructive criticism, or they might not feel comfortable critiquing your speaking. That’s where professional coaches come in. They can help you take your…
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