Post by Xentor on Jun 10, 2014 9:06:24 GMT -11
For starters, copy dress and behaviour styles from those people you deem successfull, people you admire.
If you behave in a certain way for long enough, it becomes a second nature... and finally a first nature. Thus if you behave in a way copied from people you like, chances are you start to find yourself likable too. This increases your confidence.
If you tend to be shy in an interview or presentation, prepare yourself by taking a few minutes beforehand, assuming power poses: stretch your arms out wide, sit broadly, and affirm your skills and determination: yes, yes, yes! Research has shown this to be effective.
Especially women should practice power poses, as our society teaches women to be meak and docile.
What methods have you used to increase your confidence?
If you behave in a certain way for long enough, it becomes a second nature... and finally a first nature. Thus if you behave in a way copied from people you like, chances are you start to find yourself likable too. This increases your confidence.
If you tend to be shy in an interview or presentation, prepare yourself by taking a few minutes beforehand, assuming power poses: stretch your arms out wide, sit broadly, and affirm your skills and determination: yes, yes, yes! Research has shown this to be effective.
Especially women should practice power poses, as our society teaches women to be meak and docile.
What methods have you used to increase your confidence?
