We asked executives in our Leader Program for a piece of advice they wish they had received at the start of their career and we’re thrilled to be passing on the knowledge in this bi-weekly series, I Wish I’d Known.

Chicago AWE Leader, Ann Carter, Vice President, Purchasing and Supplier Management at Baxter , says, “Self-confidence requires constant tending, so try not to beat yourself up if you have moments of self-doubt. Re-adjust and don’t let self-doubt turn into self-sabotage. “