The Confidence Code

The Science and Art of Self-Assurance---What Women Should Know

by Katty Kay, Claire Shipman

The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman examines why capable professionals, particularly women, often hold back in their careers despite strong qualifications. The authors argue that self-assurance shapes career outcomes as much as skill does, and they trace its origins through research in genetics, behaviour and cognition. Alongside the studies, the book draws on accounts from women in politics, media and business. It offers practical ideas for building confidence, taking calculated risks and pursuing ambitions in workplaces long dominated by men.