When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to lurk at every corner, you’ve probably heard the advice “Be more confident”. But where does confidence come from, and how can we get more of it? Here are three easy tips to boost your confidence.

Tip 1- A Quick Fix

There are a few tricks that can give you an immediate confidence boost in the short term. Picture your success when you’re beginning a difficult task. Give yourself a powerful pep talk or strike a powerful pose.

Tip 2 – Believe in Your Ability to Improve

If you’re looking for a long-term change, then consider the way you think about your abilities and talents. Do you think they are fixed at birth? Or do you think they can be developed? These beliefs matter because they can influence how you act when you’re faced with setbacks. If you have a fixed mindset, you might give up. If you have a growth mindset, then a challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.

Tip 3 – Practice Failure

Let’s face it, we are all going to fail sometimes. History shows that many successful people failed before they became successful. Studies show that those who fail regularly and keep trying anyway are better equipped to respond to challenges and setbacks in constructive ways. They learn how to try different strategies, ask for advice, and preserve.

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