Would you ever sell one of your prized possessions for a fraction of its value? Of course not. So why would anyone or any organization choose to function at half their capability? Isn’t that essentially the same thing? If you have the potential to achieve greatness, why would you settle for anything less? Are you… [Read More]
Where Does Confidence Come From?
What does someone gain by being an athlete who loses a game but still receives a trophy, a student who receives failing marks but still advances to the next grade, or a person, despite being unqualified, who successfully lands a highly sought-after job? You might assume they’d be satisfied with their achievements. Perhaps. Yet, I… [Read More]
What’s More Important, Perception or Reality?
People care so much about their popularity, their appearance, and their status. They care about what people think, whether others approve, and how they measure up. What’s more, people buy things to appear successful and even lower their personal standards to gain acceptance. That’s a hefty price to pay. But how are you viewed by… [Read More]
Go Ahead … Pat Yourself on the Back
3 Smart Ways You Can Gain Confidence in Yourself
Guest post by LaRae Quy I learned quickly in the FBI that success would not make me confident; instead, confidence would make me successful. Easier said than done, and I should know because I’d never shot a gun when I showed up at the FBI Academy. Guess what? FBI agents are required to become expert… [Read More]
Is Your Confidence Turning Into Egotism?
Do you know anyone who has a big ego? They constantly blow their own horn, fight to be the center of attention, and believe they’re always right, even when they’re not. They think they know it all, steer every conversation their way, and believe that the world revolves around them. Right? In fact, they have… [Read More]
You’re Awesome! Give Yourself a Pat on the Back
Some people are perfectionists; they consider anything short of perfection a failure. Instead of celebrating the important progress they’re making to achieve their goals, they focus on the shortcomings, as well as all the work that still remains to be completed. That’s less than awesome. The problem is that constantly looking for and belittling yourself… [Read More]