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What does it mean?
Act confident and in control to boost your mental state and outcomes.
In plain terms
Look like a winner to feel like one.
What can you take from it?
Confidence projects confidence to improve results.

Where it applies

  • competitions
  • interviews
  • challenges

Putting it to work

  • practice posture
  • use affirmations

Questions to consider

  • How does your body language affect your mind?
  • When do you need an edge?

Another view

Fake confidence can backfire if not supported by skill.

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