Self-Confidence Quiz

According to the speaker, what is the most important skill?

• Having the most knowledge on a topic

• Great vision

• Speed

• Self-confidence

What is the definition of self-confidence provided by the speaker?

• Negative self talk

• Having a goal

• The self belief that you accomplish any task

• The complete a task

What is the easiest way to build self-confidence according to the speaker?

• Natural talent

• Positive thinking

• Luck

• Repetition

What did the speaker do to help the goalie from Colombia improve his skills?

• Hired a new coach

• Encouraged him to practice

• Provided financial incentives

• Gave him a motivational speech

What did the speaker do to boost his own self-confidence when feeling low?

• Wrote a letter to himself

• Sought validation from others

• Ignored the negative thoughts

• Took a break from work

How did the speaker suggest coaches should provide feedback to athletes?

• Point out all mistakes

• Do not focus on mistakes.

  Focus on positives

• Praise only the star players

• Use harsh criticism to motivate

What did the speaker emphasize about interpreting feedback?

• Avoid feedback altogether

• Dwell on negative feedback

• Interpret feedback positively

• Ignore all feedback

What message did the speaker convey about self-confidence in the end?

• Others will believe in you before you do

• Believe in yourself before others will

• Self-confidence is not important

• Seek validation from others

The speaker talked about confidence through experiences in sports. The ideas about confidence are valuable when applied to yourself in your school work, jobs, and careers

• True

• False

Given how important it is to be confident, what are some things you can do today to show and/or build up your confidence, even when things get tough or challenging?