The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within Hardcover - 2023

From the rear cover

Negative stereotypes and low expectations continue to impact Asian women who aspire to lead. According to a recent survey completed in 2021, only 2.7% of Asian women in the United States occupied managerial or executive roles. That must change.

In The Tao of Self-Confidence, renowned podcaster, speaker, and author Sheena Yap Chan delivers an inspirational and exciting discussion of how Asian women can overcome past traumas to become the best versions of themselves. In the book, you'll discover how to reveal your own leadership potential, step into your greatness, and get to the root causes of what's holding you back.

The author dives deep into the cultural and historical issues that affect the leadership potential of people generally, and Asian women specifically. You'll find out how to structure your mindset so it's best suited to developing your career and personal growth.

The Tao of Self-Confidence discusses the "Model Minority" myth, intergenerational trauma, and how to find your self-confidence. It offers an honest and vulnerable approach to unlocking your true potential as a leader and as a person, as well as effective strategies for overcoming a cultural tendency to resist discussion of past traumas. You'll also discover how to heal from past events and step into the management and leadership roles that you deserve.

An essential and timely guide for early- and mid-career professionals ready to realize their full potential, The Tao of Self-Confidence will also earn a place in the libraries of all Asian women who are tired of repeating past patterns and ready to conquer the obstacles that have been holding them back.

From the jacket flap

Negative stereotypes and low expectations continue to impact Asian women who aspire to lead. According to a recent survey completed in 2021, only 2.7% of Asian women in the United States occupied managerial or executive roles. That must change.

In The Tao of Self-Confidence, renowned podcaster, speaker, and author Sheena Yap Chan delivers an inspirational and exciting discussion of how Asian women can overcome past traumas to become the best versions of themselves. In the book, you'll discover how to reveal your own leadership potential, step into your greatness, and get to the root causes of what's holding you back.

The author dives deep into the cultural and historical issues that affect the leadership potential of people generally, and Asian women specifically. You'll find out how to structure your mindset so it's best suited to developing your career and personal growth.

The Tao of Self-Confidence discusses the "Model Minority" myth, intergenerational trauma, and how to find your self-confidence. It offers an honest and vulnerable approach to unlocking your true potential as a leader and as a person, as well as effective strategies for overcoming a cultural tendency to resist discussion of past traumas. You'll also discover how to heal from past events and step into the management and leadership roles that you deserve.

An essential and timely guide for early- and mid-career professionals ready to realize their full potential, The Tao of Self-Confidence will also earn a place in the libraries of all Asian women who are tired of repeating past patterns and ready to conquer the obstacles that have been holding them back.