Here is how you can do it

A confident individual tends to perform better, handles challenges with resilience, and establishes strong professional relationships. If you’re looking to boost your confidence at work, consider these 6 points.

1. Body language

How we carry ourselves, our posture, eye contact and even handshakes are underestimated often. Our body language does not just show our confidence level to people around us but it also elevates our very own confidence. When we practice what we need, we help our own mindsets. The confidence we feel brings in positive energy and positivity always attracts positivity.

2. Self-awareness and acceptance

To boost your confidence at workplace, the first and foremost aspect that needs your attention is how you accept your own strengths and weaknesses. You must embrace your unique qualities and acknowledge that nobody is perfect. Self-awareness will help you focus on your strengths. Once you know and accept your other side, your confidence immediately gets a boost.

3. Your talking style & language

Do not ever self-depreciate yourself. When you speak quietly or hesitantly or keep apologising for speaking, you are lowering your confidence and letting others also see you as a weakling. Even certain words or lines like “I may be wrong:, “I just got lucky” etc, add to the low confidence. Stop all that because people who are actually wrong say it all with uber confidence so why demean yourself?

4. Positive self-talk and visualisation

It is important to monitor your inner dialogue. Replace self-doubt with positive affirmations. Visualise success in various situations and imagine yourself confidently tackling all those obstacles and challenges. Over time, this practice rewires your brain to respond positively to stressors. This makes you more confident and it shows at your workplace.

5. Preparation is the key

Make sure you thoroughly prepare for all the meetings, presentations, or tasks. When you know your subject matter well, it equips you to respond effectively. It reduces anxiety and boosts your confidence. Preparation also demonstrates your commitment and expertise to colleagues and superiors.

6. Constructive criticism

Feedback, both positive and negative, is invaluable for growth. Many people take it to their ego when someone criticises them and the reactions are not so great. They are also seen as negative behaviour and the reaction of a person who has certain complexes. Therefore, instead of taking criticism personally, view it as an opportunity to improve. Constructive feedback helps you refine your skills and validates your dedication to self-improvement.