Empowering Confidence

Everly is excited to partner with Nancy Jacoby, RN, MBA, MHSA, FACHE, PCC — founder of Nancy Jacoby Coaching & Consulting — on a five-part blog series:

Empowering Confidence: Why Women Need to Own Their Voice at Work and in Life.

Part I: Introduction

Confidence isn’t just a personality trait — it’s a career catalyst, a wellness booster, and a tool for equity. And yet, across industries and life stages, women consistently report lower levels of confidence than their male peers. This gender confidence gap quietly influences everything from career progression and communication styles to leadership opportunities and life satisfaction.

Women are more likely to wait until they feel 100% ready to speak up, apply, negotiate, or lead — while men are often encouraged to act despite uncertainty. The result? A persistent gap in visibility, advancement, and influence — not due to a lack of talent, but because of both internal and systemic barriers to confidence.

This five-part blog series will explore why confidence is so crucial for women in both work and life, what fuels the disparity, and — most importantly — how to close the gap. We’ll dive into workplace dynamics, personal growth strategies, and actionable tools to help women show up fully and own their voice — without apology.

Next week: We break down the root causes of the gender confidence gap — from imposter syndrome to social conditioning. Stay tuned for The Confidence Gap: Understanding the Problem.