Confidence does not come naturally to most people. Even the most successful people have struggled with it in their careers. The good news is that you can develop confidence, just like any muscle or character trait.
Here are some tips:
Don't compare yourself with others.
Focus on your own achievements and ambitions, not anyone else's. Other people will always be more successful than you at different stages of your life and career, and obsessing about them will only send your confidence plunging. Concentrate on identifying and improving your own unique strengths and skills.
Track your success.
Keep a log of your accomplishments, large and small. Recording victories on a daily basis will make you feel more successful, and looking over your progress will boost your self-esteem. In addition, reviewing your achievements should give you some good ideas for what to work on next.
Practice being assertive.
Take an active role in pursuing success, no matter how anxious you feel.
Accept failure is not the end of the world.
Learn from your mistakes. Understand that the pursuit of perfections often limits your accomplishments. Many achievements have been far from perfect, but were more than good enough to be proud of.
Step out of your comfort zone.
Push yourself beyond your known limits, and see how successful you can be. When you realize what you can accomplish, your confidence soars. Your potential is unlimited. You are the only one who can limit it.
Set goals.
Decide what you want to accomplish, both in your career and personal life. Reaching goals is a tremendous confidence builder. It also spurs you to set higher goals.
Prepare to succeed.
Keep improving your skills and you will build confidence. Knowing that you are capable is central to a positive self-image. Take care of both your body and your mind.
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