“I Don’t Belong in the Room” - The Thought Sabotaging Your Confidence at Work

You're smart. You’re capable. You’ve done the work. So why do you still feel like an imposter the moment you walk into the room?

In this episode of The Next Step with Corrie Lo, we’re unpacking the silent, sneaky thought that sabotages your confidence in leadership conversations: “I don’t belong here.”

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself during a meeting, stayed silent in a room full of loud voices, or walked away wondering if you said the wrong thing - this one’s for you.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

Why the thought “I don’t belong in this room” is a form of self-sabotage
How to reframe that thought into one that empowers you to speak up
A powerful affirmation to ground yourself in your value - especially when your voice feels shaky

TIMESTAMPS:

[00:00:00] – The doubt no one talks about: Why high-achieving women still question whether they belong, even after doing the work.

[00:00:50] – Where “I don’t belong” shows up: Meetings, conversations, and even body language - it’s subtle, but powerful.

[00:01:30] – The truth behind the thought: It’s not humility - it’s sabotage. Learn why your brain clings to this belief and how it tries to “protect” you by playing small.

[00:02:15] – The damage it does: From shrinking back to silencing your voice entirely, this one belief impacts your visibility and your leadership.

[00:02:40] – You didn’t just stumble in: Someone saw your value and invited you into the room. It’s time to believe that, too.

[00:03:10] – The mindset shift that changes everything: Try this reframe - “My perspective brings value, even if it’s different.”

[00:03:30] – Confidence ≠ absence of fear: Corrie shares how every bold move she’s ever made came with nerves and why discomfort is often a sign of growth.

[00:04:00] – Join the conversation: What’s one room you’ve questioned whether you belonged in? Corrie invites you to comment and connect.


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