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Edition #53 (Year 2): The Evidence You've Been Overlooking

July 31, 20264 min read

From the Made for More Memo Archive

This edition was originally shared with subscribers on 31 July 2026 as part of a weekly journey to help ambitious women elevate their life, leadership, business and beyond.

Have you ever felt as though you're waiting to become "ready" for your next level?

This week, I've been thinking about how often we search for answers in the future while overlooking the evidence we've already collected.

Perhaps that's true for you too.

Every client you've helped, challenge you've overcome and piece of encouragement you've received.

None of it is accidental. It's evidence.


  • THE MINDSET RESET | The Clues Are Already There.

    We often assume the answer lies in learning something new. Yet some of the greatest clarity comes from looking backwards.

    Your experiences leave patterns and your impact leaves clues. When you pause long enough to notice them, you begin to see yourself far more accurately than fear ever allows.

  • THE CONFIDENCE CATALYST | Stop Arguing With The Evidence.

    Many accomplished women dismiss their achievements without even realising it.

    "It wasn't a big deal."

    "I just got lucky."

    "Anyone could have done that."

    But repeated encouragement, testimonials and recommendations aren't simply compliments. They're evidence of the value you've consistently created. Confidence grows when you stop explaining away what your life has been proving all along.

  • THE STRATEGY SHIFT | Build For The Season Ahead.

    At some point, many successful women discover that the strategy which created today's success isn't necessarily the one that creates tomorrow's freedom.

    Every season asks different questions.

    Not, "How do I work harder?"

    But, "What am I intentionally building that will continue creating opportunities long after today's season has passed?"


Subscriber Exclusive

Don't wait until you feel confident to collect your evidence. Collect your evidence so your confidence has somewhere to stand.

One of the simplest practices I encourage clients to build is an Evidence File.

Create one folder - digital or physical - and save every testimonial, thank-you message, recommendation, kind email and client win.

On the days your inner critic becomes louder than your progress, don't trust your feelings: Review the evidence.

It's remarkable how quickly your perspective changes when you're reminded of what you've already built.


🎁 A Special Anniversary Gift For You

As we celebrate one year of the Made for More Memo, I wanted to create something special as a thank you for being part of this journey.

I've gathered ten of the lessons that have stayed with me most throughout this first year into a short subscriber preview.

Inside, you'll find reflections on confidence, leadership, growth and becoming more - conversations we've explored together over the past fifty-two weeks.

My hope is that these lessons encourage you, challenge your thinking and remind you of what is possible when you continue growing from the inside out.

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Whether through my coaching or mentorship, we'll focus on helping you grow with greater clarity, confidence and intention.

You can learn more or explore working together using the links below.

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Mini Coaching Exercise

Take ten minutes this weekend and write down:

  • Three achievements you've been minimising.

  • Three compliments you've heard repeatedly over the years.

  • One strength those pieces of evidence consistently point towards.

Then ask yourself:

"If I fully believed this evidence, what would I do differently next week?"


Until next week, I hope you'll do more than simply read these reflections. I encourage you to apply them.

Celebrate your quiet progress and notice the evidence of your growth. Lead from the person you're becoming not just the goals you're pursuing, because lasting success is built one intentional step at a time.

Have a brilliant weekend.


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Angela Tella

Angela Tella

Angela Tella is an executive coach, strategic mentor and speaker supporting women who build, lead and inspire to expand with greater clarity, confidence and strategic focus - from the inside out. Known for her calm, insightful approach, she helps ambitious founders, leaders and professionals strengthen self-trust, think more clearly and lead in a way that feels aligned, sustainable and not driven by pressure. Her work has been recognised through a Santander Best Mentor - Above & Beyond Support award nomination.

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