Here's how you can overcome signs of low self-confidence in a professional setting.

I do this by a simple daily practice of meditation and sticking to it. The routine only lasts 25 minutes and keeps me calm and efficient.

The very first step in overcoming the feeling of low self-confidence is to acknowledge them without judgment. Understand that these thoughts are common and do not define your worth or abilities. A best practice that helped me to overcome initial low self-confidence but that is something you can continue to do throughout your career is to celebrate small wins. Start by setting small, achievable goals and celebrate when you accomplish them. This will help you build a track record of successes, reinforcing your belief in your abilities.

Obviously low-confidence may be due to some general factors, it might be due to personality, or some other factors faced by the person, to overcome them one might help himself/herself in the recognition of these factors & discrepancies and start working on them in their own style and way.

Look around yourself. There are many at a level where you were yesterday. Again look around and you'll find many at a level you believe you also deserve to be. What's the difference? What got you here won't get you there. So to go higher position, you have to go higher in action. It's ok to feel low in confidence and still believe that you deserve that project, that promotion, that higher salary. Just start taking consistent action to what you want to improve upon.

Overcoming low self-confidence in a professional setting involves practical strategies and mindset shifts. Start by setting small, achievable goals to build a track record of success. Prepare thoroughly for meetings and presentations to feel more confident in your knowledge. Practice positive self-talk and focus on your strengths and past achievements. Seek feedback from trusted colleagues and use it constructively. Develop a strong support network and consider mentorship. Engage in continuous learning to keep your skills sharp. Practice assertiveness by voicing your opinions and contributing ideas. Gradually, these steps will help boost your confidence and professional presence.

Setting yourself goals goes hand in hand with avoid comparisons with others. Focus on your own progress rather than comparing yourself to others. Everyone has their own journey, and comparing yourself to others can diminish your sense of achievement.

Se créer une check-list et un processus, établir une routine en plus des objectifs pour s'investir pleinement, noter ses progrès et ses améliorations dans l'atteinte de ses objectifs

Set goals according to your current schedule and habits Start small Identify your weakness areas, do brainstorming on how you can improve each area and then start with 1-2 things that are easy and simple to do. Here we are trying to build a consistency in actions to get a positive result The impact of that positive result can Speed up following actions

As per the World Economic Forum over 50% of the existing professionals will need upskilling by 2025. It's so eminent that developing skills or filling the skill gap is crucial to overcome signs of low self-confidence in a professional setting. Here are few points which I recommend- 1) Identify and Develop Key Skills 2) Seek Feedback and Act on It 3) Build Strong Professional Relationships 4) Develop a Growth Mindset 5) Enhance Your Professional Image 6) Improve Time Management At the end be smart by setting SMART Goals: Set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals.

Don't just focus on hard skills, but remember the crucial soft skills as well! Identify areas where you feel less confident and seek opportunities for growth, such as taking relevant courses, attending workshops, or finding a mentor. By enhancing your expertise, you build competence and, consequently, your confidence. Regularly practicing new skills and applying them in your job can also provide a sense of accomplishment and self-assurance.

Let's say a data analyst feels insecure about their ability to handle complex data visualization tasks. Help them identify online courses or workshops focused on data visualization tools and techniques. As they master these skills, their confidence in tackling complex data projects will increase. Let's say a public speaker feels anxious about presenting to large audiences. Encourage them to volunteer for presentations in smaller settings and actively seek feedback from colleagues on their communication style. This allows them to refine their presentation skills and gain confidence in their ability to deliver impactful presentations.

Il est essentiel de faire un audit de soi avec un point de départ, un point à mi-parcours pour noter ses progrès ou ses points d'amélioration, et un point d'arrivée. Sans cette méthodologie, on ne peut pas ancrer ses réussites ou ses résultats, ni augmenter son estime et sa confiance en soi, car on manque de recul et de repères concrets. Et on retombe dans une spirale de croyances limitantes et abstraire qui nourrit cet inconfort.

Skills development should be done both by the effort of the person and the guidance of the workplace. If a work environment fosters growth and development, the likelihood of improvement of a person increases. The intention of the self for improvement is not enough for the actuality of the effort needed, with the support of leaders and coworkers a person can optimize himself/herself towards learning which will affect his/her vitality at work. Thus, development and practice of the learned skills will take place.

Help your clients identify & challenge negative self-talk patterns that contribute to feelings of inadequacy. Let's say a client frequently uses phrases like "I'm not good enough" or "I'm going to mess up." Help them reframe these thoughts into positive affirmations like "I am capable & learning." Introduce relaxation & visualization techniques to help clients manage performance anxiety & cultivate a positive mindset before important presentations or meetings. Let's say a client experiences significant pre-meeting jitters. Help practice visualization techniques, picturing themselves delivering a clear & confident presentation. This can reduce anxiety & boost their confidence in their abilities.

Sometimes it is difficult for us to see our strengths, but others can help! One of my favorite exercises is sending a WhatsApp message to 5 contacts who know me well (colleagues, friends, mentors, previous managers, etc). And ask them 2 things: 1) When have you seen me at my best? 2) What would you say are my top 3 strengths? After you receive all the answers, explore the patterns: What were you doing when you were at your best? Who were you interacting with? What kind of activities were you performing? What skills were you using? Get clarity on your strengths and try to tap into them more often through the activities that make you work in flow!

Feedback is very important to gauge whether or not improvements were actually made. Some people couldn't see the progress they've made until someone would tell it for them. Others are too shy to ask for feedback which would hinder their improvement and self-efficacy. Hence, organizations must be proactive in giving humane and fair feedback to their people which are essential for individual and collective growth that are necessary for overall productivity and thriving.

L'affirmation de soi est inutile si l'on n'a pas d'abord travaillé à identifier ses points de blocage. Il est crucial d'explorer ces obstacles avant de se lancer dans des défis adaptés.

While some might disagree but "Fake It Till You Make It" strategy sometimes helps because acting confidently, even if you don't feel it initially, can help build genuine confidence over time.

Exemple de coaching, d'une entrepreneuse. Elle fait face à la procrastination, au sentiment d'illégitimité, et à une peur paralysante de la prise de parole en public, évaluée à -5 sur une échelle de 0 à 5.Nous avons travaillé sur : Vision du formateur idéal : Définir ses critères pour cerner son potentiel. Analyse des expériences passées : Réaliser l'ampleur et la diversité de son expérience. Conscience de ses compétences : Utiliser des techniques d'ancrage pour réduire sa peur de la prise de parole, passant de -5 à 3/5. Stratégies d'amélioration continue : Élaborer un plan d'action concret incluant enregistrements, répétitions, et retours constructifs.Pas de magie, juste une prise de conscience progressive.