Ep277: Closing the Confidence Gap: Practical Tips for Women in Leadership with Sarah Dale

The Laura Jane Layton Show – Silencing Your Inner Bully ®

If you’ve ever felt that shadow of self-doubt creep in, you’re not alone. In this episode, Sarah Dale shares her journey from corporate leadership to founding Project 1490, a unique leadership community designed to empower women by blending adventure, skill-building, and collaboration. Learn how to close the confidence gap, embrace discomfort, and build lasting networks to support your personal and professional growth.

Key takeaways to listen for

• Why confidence often matters more than competence in achieving success

• The impact of societal expectations on women's confidence and careers

• Practical strategies to step outside your comfort zone and build confidence incrementally

• How helping others and surrounding yourself with confident people accelerates personal growth

• Turning careers into a team sport: shifting from solo to collaborative success

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Sallie Krawcheck

• Fairygodboss

About Sarah Dale

Sarah is the founder of Project 1490, a leadership community that empowers women to step outside their comfort zones, build confidence, and forge meaningful connections. Inspired by her transformative years in Montana—where she learned skills like branding cattle, bow hunting, and building homes—Sarah developed a passion for helping women unlock their potential through adventure and personal growth. Combining elements of outdoor exploration and leadership development, Project 1490 offers retreats and experiences that inspire women to rediscover their strength and resilience.

Before launching Project 1490, Sarah spent two decades in advertising, rising to become VP of Digital & Content at The Wall Street Journal and the first female Chief Revenue Officer of an ad tech company. Known for building strong teams and mentoring future leaders, she now channels her expertise into creating spaces where women can thrive. Through Project 1490, Sarah invites women to embrace challenges, foster authentic connections, and redefine their limits in life and work.

Connect with Sarah

• Website: Project 1490

• LinkedIn: Sarah Dale

• Email: [email protected]

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