Building Confidence in the Workplace

The video discusses the impact of confidence on personal and professional growth, highlighting that confidence can vary across different areas. It identifies signs of underconfidence, such as reluctance to try new things and taking feedback personally. The video then offers strategies to build confidence, including reassurance, challenging perceptions, and providing concrete help.

How can a lack of confidence affect an individual's professional life?

• It can enhance creativity.

• It can increase job satisfaction.

• It can severely limit job performance.

• It can improve communication skills.

Which of the following is a sign of underconfidence?

• Confidence in all areas of life.

• Reluctance to attempt new tasks.

• Taking feedback as a learning opportunity.

• Eagerness to try new things.

What might someone say if they are underconfident?

• I love challenges.

• I can definitely do that.

• I couldn't possibly do that.

• I am great at this.

What is one way to help someone overcome underconfidence?

• Reassure them that their feelings are normal.

• Ignore their feelings.

• Criticize their efforts.

• Leave them to figure it out alone.

How can you support someone in a meeting to boost their confidence?

• Ensure they are criticized for their ideas.

• Pair them with someone less skilled.

• Encourage them to speak up without fear of criticism.

• Avoid giving them any attention.