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How Leaders Can Improve Their Self-Confidence | Jason Walker PhD | Professional Overview
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How Leaders Can Improve Their SelfCon dence by jasonwalkerphd | Oct 10, 2019 | Blog, Leadership
It’s hard to lead a group of individuals if there is no con dence that it can be done well. The doubt that harbors within is likely to be noticed and re ected by others. The way that a con dent leader walks and talks creates a magnetic presence that others can’t help but follow. No one wants to follow someone who doesn’t believe in their ability to achieve their goal. But it can be di cult to build and sustain that level of con dence. Luckily, there are ways to improve con dence and become a better leader. Face Self-Doubt Doubt in oneself is a natural feeling to have. Everyone experiences it. But this is a luxury that a leader can’t a ord to allow. Any self-doubt has to be faced and recognized. There is often a place of choice within where the mind can either dwell on the potential of failure or vigorously pursue the path to success. Concentrate On Ability jasonwalkerphd.com/how-leaders-can-improve-their-self-confidence/
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How Leaders Can Improve Their Self-ConďŹ dence | Jason Walker PhD | Professional Overview
Just as the potential to fail and any shortcomings can be mulled over at length, so can strengths and resources. Yet the yield for these thought processes show a stark contrast in results. When the ability of an individual acknowledges it can be leveraged. Only then will the forces at the ngertips of a leader be able to be utilized. Glide Through Mistakes Every thought and emotional response taxes the energy reserves of the mind and body. When a mistake is made or a failure is faced, the choice is apparent. A leader can either wallow in self-pity, anxious thinking and negative future predicting, or they can glide through the mishap knowing it is simply another bump in the road to achievement. Find Supportive Company There are few things in this world more encouraging than a smiling face and a beloved individual who will cheer during even the bleakest of times. When all of the world seems to turn, the hurdles become unsurmountable and all of the responsibility turns to the shoulders of one individual, that person will need the compassionate support of others. Through this moral support and encouragement can nearly any circumstance or burden be lightened. Leadership skills can be developed and learned with practice. Finding the courage to keep growing and become more con dent in oneself is a strength every leader must cultivate.
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