Tuesday 2 June 2015

13 TRAITS OF CONFIDENT PEOPLE

Over the years we have always been told that confidence is key. It is the driving force that gives us an upper hand in many things, for example a job interview or when we have to give a public speech just to mention a few. It feels great when you are told you are confident, right? 

Lucky you if someone gives an honest opinion about your confidence. for those that no one gives a damn about our self esteem this is for you. To make you know if you are confident or you need to pull up your socks.

To begin with, what does it mean to be confident? Studies show that confident people share many of the same traits, even across cultures and industries. 
Some common traits of confident people include;
1. They are not afraid to be wrong

2. They are willing to take a stand, even if they end up being wrong

3. They value finding out what is right more than they value being right

4. They listen more than they speak

5. They do not seek the spotlight, and they share the spotlight with others

6. They ask for help when they need it

7. They think in possibilities, not obstacles – they ask “Why not?”

8. They don’t put others down

9. They aren’t afraid to look silly or foolish

10.They acknowledge their mistakes

11.They seek feedback from only those who matter

12. They accept compliments

13. They “walk their talk”