Two Facts:

1. When it comes to doing business, inspired People generate better results.
2. Business Leaders can inspire their People.

I was about 30 years old when I learned that specific actions can be taken to build Confidence. I learned this from books, not directly from people.

Perhaps, that's unusual? Perhaps, most people learn about plans and actions for Confidence at a much earlier age? Perhaps, most people learn about plans and actions for Confidence through direct conversations with other people?

I did not...plans and actions for Confidence building just wasn't something people I knew discussed. And, it wasn't something I thought through and figured out on my own.

Likely, my experience is not singular; I expect some, perhaps many, people do not know planned actions can bolster Confidence.

This Thought Post is for those people...and for others who may need a reminder.

There are many ways to build Confidence.

Here is a summary-introduction to one example, from the work of Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Les Hewitt in their book 'The Power of Focus', (2000)¹.

Six Confidence-Building Strategies

1. Every day remind yourself that you did some things well: give yourself a mental pep talk at the beginning of the day
2. Read inspiring biographies and autobiographies: build a file of the stories that inspire you most
3. Be thankful: focus on the benefits you already enjoy
4. Build excellent support around you: excellent relationships will boost you
5. Push yourself to accomplish short-term goals: get things done
6. Do something for yourself every week: celebrate your accomplishments