How to Appear Confident...Even If You're Not
Just because you don't have tons of self confidence does not mean that you can't fake it! Plus, faking confidence may make real confidence happen. Fake it until you make it! This list will help you make that happen.
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First, stand up straight. If you are female, wearing high heels helps with that. Make sure to stand up straight, sit up straight, and always maintain good posture.
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Keep a happy or strong expression on your face. Do not let your facial expression display negativity, nervousness or sadness. As long as you can keep a positive expression on your face, you'll appear strong and confident.
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If you need to focus your tension somewhere, hold onto a pen or hold your hands together. This will let you squeeze something so you can focus your tension and it will not show on your face.
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Dress well, and dress in clothes that make you feel comfortable. You'll need to feel good in your clothes if you want to feel good about yourself. If you can, plan your clothes the night before you wear them. That way, you will be prepared with an outfit that you are comfortable in.
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Wear a piece of jewelry or carry a piece of memorabilia that makes you feel happy and confident. That way, you can give it a brief glance and feel comfortable.
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Tell yourself that you feel confident, even if you don't mean it at first. Say to yourself: "I am confident. I can do this. I will make this work." Simply telling yourself that will help you feel more confident and at ease.
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Gracie1402
Oct 27, 2008
This is really good. Some people don't feel ok about 'faking confidence' but I say "Fake it till you make it" :) -
lildutchgirl56
Oct 26, 2008
This is such a good article. Being self confident will help when looking for a new job too. Thanks 5*
