Michelle McQuaid & Megan Dalla-Camina

Eight-five percent of businesswomen describe themselves as just functioning at work over the past six months, with more than 15 % flat out languishing according to The Australian Pulse of Women In Leadership.

Elizabeth Gilbert created something of a revolution among women with her book Eat, Pray, Love, but when it comes to consistently thriving at work you might want to consider Eat, Move, Sleep by Tom Rath instead.

Can you name your top five strengths? The things you’re good at and actually enjoy doing at work?  If you struggled, you’re not alone.

When it comes to your talents and abilities do you believe these are largely fixed traits or can enough practice, effort and mentoring make it possible to learn almost anything?   Your answer to this question could be what’s shaping your success.

Just how confident do you feel when it comes to your work?  Chances are not very, with studies finding 50% of women report feelings of self-doubt about their performance and careers and it’s costing us dearly.