Collaborative Confidence

2023 Global Book Award’s Gold Medal Winner in Business Management

"Backstrom brings her own voice—and evident confidence—to [business books] along with an effective narrative structure, making it a solid addition to a crowded bookshelf." —Kirkus


"Dr. Heather Backstrom's Collaborative Confidence is a practical and informative handbook that women—and their employers—can turn to when in need of guidance or inspiration." —IndieReader


"An impassioned guide challenging women leaders to build confidence and unite." —Booklife, Editor's Pick


"If you're in any form of an executive role in your profession or feeling somewhat stagnant in your career, this is just the book you need to read." —Readers' Favorite


"This book is a must-read for women who have found themselves struggling with confidence at any time in their lives. Brilliantly written with stories about some of the most amazing women leaders around the world, Collaborative Confidence is the next step in creating more inclusive workspaces." —Seattle Book Review


“Heather’s Activate-Amplify-Accelerate framework takes readers on an engaging and actionable journey from self-discovery to large scale transformation.” —Tina Robinson, former Global Head of Leadership Development, Fabletics


Dr. Heather Backstrom brings 25 years of corporate human resources and executive coaching experience to Collaborative Confidence, an inclusive, open, and fulfilling new method for women to grow, share, and lead at work. By using her three pillars—Activate, Amplify and Accelerate—Dr. Backstrom demonstrates how women leaders can: 


• Work in alignment with their values and embrace the best opportunities

• Effectively showcase their unique skills and talents

• Foster executive presence

• Demonstrate their impact and enhance their influence

• Encourage and advocate for other women

• Bring about meaningful and substantive change for women in the workplace

When women engage in Collaborative Confidence, they are naturally truer to themselves, and help other women feel the same. Combining stories, research, and Dr. Backstrom’s many years of experience with actionable takeaways, Collaborative Confidence is written to help you weave together a happy and fulfilling life and career. Activate your self-awareness, inner champion, core values, and strengths; Amplify your visibility and accomplishments, as well as other women leaders; and Accelerate human-centric organizational cultures to discover a career that truly reflects your passions, values, and goals.