What does it mean to be a self-confident leader? Does it mean doing the easy things associated with leadership? Does it mean only doing the things you feel like doing when it comes to leading your people? Does it mean accomplishing the simple and easy goals that were established for your team? No, leaders who are self-confident are willing to take risks when calculated and necessary. Self-confident leaders always strive to do more than is asked of their group. Self-assured leaders are willing to have difficult conversations because they know what the mission is and understand that they need others to accomplish the task at hand. Here are four strategies to build confidence from an article in Entrepreneur Magazine (Popov - 11/24/2022). 1. Show that both good and bad examples are excellent teachers - Use your mistakes as guidance to show your team the importance of continuing to move forward. 2. Being open to feedback, even if it's negative can be an indicator of self-confidence - Seeking feedback from your staff and accepting criticism, is a key trait for all leaders to possess. 3. Make sure your actions align with your words - When a leader's behavior doesn't mirror their talk, the leader knows their credibility has been diminished and their reputation tarnished. 4. Showing flexibility and adaptability is essential - A leader needs to be able to adapt to changes as they occur to demonstrate their effectiveness is bigger than the circumstances. Being self-confident is a skill-set that needs constant monitoring and maintenance, but is a character trait that will serve you well in all aspects of your life. Please check out the video below to learn how a tiny nun from India had the self-confidence to get two of the most powerful men in New York to do her bidding. Also, leave me a comment about ways you examine and improve your self-confidence.
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