10 Rules for Brilliant Women (PHOTOS)

10 Rules for Brilliant Women (PHOTOS)
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I coach brilliant women, lots of them. Dedicated, talented, brilliant women.

Most of the time, they don't know their brilliance. They are certain they "aren't ready" to take on that next bigger role. They are more attuned to the ways they aren't qualified than to the ways that they are. They are waiting for someone to validate or discover them. Sound familiar?

It's a huge loss. Collectively, we miss out on the contributions of thousands of capable leaders. Brilliant women themselves miss out on the fulfillment that comes from using their abilities fully.

Let's set ourselves on a different path, with these 10 rules for brilliant women:

Clear a path by walking it, boldly.

Tara Mohr is a writer, coach and creator of Wise Living, which offers coaching and courses for professional and personal fulfillment. You can receive her free goals guide, "Turning Your Goals Upside Down and Inside Out (To Get What You Really Want)" by clicking here.

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