Confidence according to Merriam-Webster.com is a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something. The feedback that I get the most from clients is that I boosted their confidence. Over the years, I have helped clients preparing for all different kinds of life events.  Without having some faith that they could be successful or be good at something, they would not have been able to go forward, have achieved and succeeded. 

A very memorable client was one who was preparing for his daughter's wedding. He was incredibly afraid of speaking in public. He was even nervous about coming into the office for his appointment. Bless him! :) We prepared his speech, practiced it, and worked on some exercises in relaxation. In a very emotional situation, where his only daughter was getting married, he was able to make his speech and do it well. Another of my clients struggled with interviewing. The process was daunting to her. Being a perfectionist was one of the things that made it so hard. She was her worst enemy and her self-talk was negative.  We had to make her believe that she could do this well and that she could succeed at the job she was applying for. I am not magic. I can't make that happen automatically.The only thing I can think of is that I must have changed that client's thinking. Their thoughts had gone from a negative to a positive. And just a little input can boost that confidence. That is what I would like to do for you! 

I know there are those of you out there who are struggling with confidence. I know you are worried about how you will be perceived and feel judged. You may be wondering about how to dress, how to shake hands, and how to plan for your interview day. (Now we know that in an interview you are being judged and ranked along with the other candidates.) You may be wondering what could help you. Where do you go for help with that? In my e-course, Ace Your Interview, I address how to deal with nervousness and the self-talk that we all have and how to plan. All of these tips can help boost your confidence. 

Please let me hear what is going on in your journey. What are some of the things that help you in dealing with nervousness? What about this resonates with you? 

Let's talk soon!

Kelly

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