How to build resilience and confidence with psychologist Dr Susan Kahn
Resilience and confidence are the twin foundations of success, yet they’re often tested by life’s uncertainties. Whether it’s the sting of failure or the weight of self-doubt, these moments can leave us questioning our abilities. But what if these challenges were opportunities to grow?
In this empowering 60-minute workshop, Dr Susan Kahn, business psychologist and author of Bounce Back, will guide you through the essential skills to navigate setbacks, embrace failure, and cultivate resilience that lasts. Packed with psychological insights and practical exercises, this session will help you develop the confidence to face challenges head-on and thrive in both personal and professional settings.
What will you learn?
In this workshop, you will:
Identify your resilience strengths through self-assessment tools and uncover how to build on them.
Transform self-doubt into self-care with practical techniques to shift from self-blame to a growth mindset.
Develop a personalised resilience toolkit that you can draw on to manage setbacks, handle stress, and build lasting confidence.
Who is it taught by?
Dr Susan Kahn is a psychologist, coach, consultant, and mediator with a wealth of expertise in personal and professional reinvention. A regular Masterclasses from the Standard tutor, she has also collaborated with The Guardian and The School of Life to deliver engaging workshops that inspire transformation and growth.
Susan is a lecturer at Birkbeck, University of London, where she teaches coaching and organisational psychology, and her work specialises in emotional intelligence and below-the-surface dynamics. She is the author of several acclaimed books, including Reinvent Yourself and Bounce Back: How to Fail Fast and Be Resilient at Work. Susan is passionate about equipping individuals with the tools to navigate challenges, embrace change, and thrive in every area of life.
Why should you attend?
This workshop is your chance to gain practical skills that will help you thrive under pressure, overcome self-doubt, and handle challenges with confidence. Whether you’re striving for career growth, navigating a personal setback, or simply looking to strengthen your emotional toolkit, you’ll leave this session with strategies to face the future with resilience and self-assurance.
Details
Date: Wednesday 12th February 2025
Time: 13:00-14:00 GMT
Location: Online via Zoom
Price:
£20 – live workshop only
£79 (Early bird Festival Pass)
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