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karis
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How were you confidant in what you wanted to do?
How were you confidant in what you wanted to do?
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Todd Thompson
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Cañon City, Colorado
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Great question Karis. I found that the confidence built over time and not necessarily when I started my early career. Throughout high school and college, I continued to take personality tests, job/career questionnaires, etc. to see what they might tell me about my skill sets, career matches and what I might enjoy in terms of a job title. There were several courses and topics I enjoyed that also aligned with my key sills. I decided to start my career down that path of alignment. This allowed me to at least be confident in what I knew at the time as well as what I enjoyed. Nothing says confidence like enjoying what you do and smiling about it.
I also knew that I had the ability to change paths at any time if I found my interests changing as well. Knowing that I was in control of where I could go and what I wanted to do built a confidence in me that I could carry to any job interview or job itself. With that, of course, I had to ensure that did a great job for anyone I worked for, but that is obviously what we all strive for anyway.
As I continued to work and align my interests with available job opportunities, I started to zero in on my niche dealing with leadership, coaching, process improvement and technology management. I found that the various jobs I held built my confidence further and with years of understanding, working with others, caring about results and team members, I realized that I really didnt know, nor was I 100% confident in my direction when I started, but also that I was not alone in that feeling, so it must have been normal.
I would say to be confident in what you want and continue to do:
1. Know you are not alone if you don't feel confident at this juncture.
2. Figure out what you enjoy and what skills you can bring to the world.
3. Take that first step and make an initial choice as a starting point.
4. Learn and assess your skills and happiness consistently, knowing you can always change paths.
5. Work hard at everything you do to get the full breadth of the job and opportunities.
6. Always care about your results and those you work with and for.
7. Watch your confidence build with experience.
There is probably no perfect answer at this time, but this was an excellent question.
I also knew that I had the ability to change paths at any time if I found my interests changing as well. Knowing that I was in control of where I could go and what I wanted to do built a confidence in me that I could carry to any job interview or job itself. With that, of course, I had to ensure that did a great job for anyone I worked for, but that is obviously what we all strive for anyway.
As I continued to work and align my interests with available job opportunities, I started to zero in on my niche dealing with leadership, coaching, process improvement and technology management. I found that the various jobs I held built my confidence further and with years of understanding, working with others, caring about results and team members, I realized that I really didnt know, nor was I 100% confident in my direction when I started, but also that I was not alone in that feeling, so it must have been normal.
I would say to be confident in what you want and continue to do:
1. Know you are not alone if you don't feel confident at this juncture.
2. Figure out what you enjoy and what skills you can bring to the world.
3. Take that first step and make an initial choice as a starting point.
4. Learn and assess your skills and happiness consistently, knowing you can always change paths.
5. Work hard at everything you do to get the full breadth of the job and opportunities.
6. Always care about your results and those you work with and for.
7. Watch your confidence build with experience.
There is probably no perfect answer at this time, but this was an excellent question.
Kyle Kelly
Financial Analyst
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Minonk, IL
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Kyle’s Answer
I was 100% confident I wanted to be a physical therapist when I was 16. 7 years later I achieved that goal and after a few years working I started to think maybe I should have considered other options. I went back to school and pursued a different career that involved business/tech and I am happy with what I do now. Even though I'm happy now that doesn't mean a few years down the road I'll feel stuck and want more.
Essentially amount of confidence does not equate to job satisfaction. Just keep building and learning new skills (it's ok if you don't know what yet.) because your interests will always change, but build yourself up enough that you can transition to something else if you don't like what you're doing.
Essentially amount of confidence does not equate to job satisfaction. Just keep building and learning new skills (it's ok if you don't know what yet.) because your interests will always change, but build yourself up enough that you can transition to something else if you don't like what you're doing.
Agnes Effiong
Nursing
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Agnes’s Answer
What will make one confident in what he or she does is what you had aspired to be since at younger age . If what you aspire for is mostly in tune with the potentials you display , then perfect.
Take for example myself ! I and my brother use to share what we want to be in life and i kept saying i wanted to be in the medical field; either a nurse or a Doctor. Today i a nurse/Midwife .
Though i still want to study medicine which will make me fulfill with my head straight and chest out.
My brother said he wanted being a lawyer. Though my parent talked him into town and regional planning. He finished his national diploma and proceeded to the University to study same but because he wasn't fulfilled, he dropped in year two to pursue what he had desired to be right from childhood. Today he is a barrister called to bar and this gives him the confidence that he went for his choice.
Parents can only advice and guide but give room for their children to choose and not to force on them.
Pursue what you are passionate about cause this will leave you so fulfilled and confident.
Wish you well in all life pursuit.
Take for example myself ! I and my brother use to share what we want to be in life and i kept saying i wanted to be in the medical field; either a nurse or a Doctor. Today i a nurse/Midwife .
Though i still want to study medicine which will make me fulfill with my head straight and chest out.
My brother said he wanted being a lawyer. Though my parent talked him into town and regional planning. He finished his national diploma and proceeded to the University to study same but because he wasn't fulfilled, he dropped in year two to pursue what he had desired to be right from childhood. Today he is a barrister called to bar and this gives him the confidence that he went for his choice.
Parents can only advice and guide but give room for their children to choose and not to force on them.
Pursue what you are passionate about cause this will leave you so fulfilled and confident.
Wish you well in all life pursuit.
Robert Epstein
General Manager
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Naples, Florida
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Robert’s Answer
Strangely enough, I was confident about my selection(s) because I knew that I can always do something different later on if it did not work out well. Other folks here have given you excellent answers about how to gain confidence. I found that once I did get confident in my skills, I could always apply them in another job…so it didn’t matter too much if my confidence in a job choice was incorrect. I could find a different job. You are not defined as a person by what job you pick.
Enise Agel
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Enise’s Answer
Hello Karis,
This was what I found my confidence and how I accomplish and achieve my goals after I target my goals;
Before my academic year at the university in the UK, I could not find my self-confidence and did not how to do something that I passion about, and what were my talents. During 2020-21 academic year, I did many volunteering jobs, and internships during the COVID-19, and I found other majors I wanted. I enrolled to Marketing Weekender, and I found another talent I wanted. I enjoy marketing strategies (I mean I learned few things, not fully). Then, I had listed a career plan what would be next. During 2021-2022 years, I applied a career mentoring as a mentee, and I asked few career questions, so that I could find out how I could achieve my goals. I applied to a summer school (2022) that I was passionate about climate and nature back then, and I learned so much new things that I could not imagine, and I learned more than ever.
You can find your confidence if you truly love yourself, treat yourself better with quotes (it can be: you are worthy etc.), and find your interests or hobbies that will be beneficial for you, and your future. You may have a plan of your career with your interest, so that you can apply to an extracurricular activity (volunteering), internship, and/or a part time job. Find your talent and passion when you enjoy something like singing a song, play the piano, draw an art on the canvas/on a paper, play tennis, volleyball, basketball or whatever, writing stories, poetries, and essays (if you want to be an essayist), in other words, find whichever you want.
I hope this helps
This was what I found my confidence and how I accomplish and achieve my goals after I target my goals;
Before my academic year at the university in the UK, I could not find my self-confidence and did not how to do something that I passion about, and what were my talents. During 2020-21 academic year, I did many volunteering jobs, and internships during the COVID-19, and I found other majors I wanted. I enrolled to Marketing Weekender, and I found another talent I wanted. I enjoy marketing strategies (I mean I learned few things, not fully). Then, I had listed a career plan what would be next. During 2021-2022 years, I applied a career mentoring as a mentee, and I asked few career questions, so that I could find out how I could achieve my goals. I applied to a summer school (2022) that I was passionate about climate and nature back then, and I learned so much new things that I could not imagine, and I learned more than ever.
You can find your confidence if you truly love yourself, treat yourself better with quotes (it can be: you are worthy etc.), and find your interests or hobbies that will be beneficial for you, and your future. You may have a plan of your career with your interest, so that you can apply to an extracurricular activity (volunteering), internship, and/or a part time job. Find your talent and passion when you enjoy something like singing a song, play the piano, draw an art on the canvas/on a paper, play tennis, volleyball, basketball or whatever, writing stories, poetries, and essays (if you want to be an essayist), in other words, find whichever you want.
I hope this helps
Jacob Taylor
Production Manager
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Stafford, Virginia
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Jacob’s Answer
Confidence in what you want to do often comes from a combination of self-awareness, preparation, and mindset. Here are some steps to help you gain confidence in your chosen path:
1. Self-Reflection: Take the time to understand yourself, your values, interests, and passions. What truly excites and motivates you? When your goals align with your authentic self, you’re more likely to have confidence in pursuing them.
2. Set Clear Goals: Define your goals with clarity. Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals can provide a clear roadmap for what you want to achieve.
3. Continuous Learning: Invest in your knowledge and skills. The more you know about your chosen field or area of interest, the more confident you’ll be in your abilities. Seek out courses, mentors, or resources to help you grow.
4. Build a Support System: Surround yourself with people who believe in you and your goals. Seek advice and guidance from mentors or individuals who have walked a similar path.
5. Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements, even the small ones. Each success can boost your confidence and remind you of your capabilities.
6. Positive Self-Talk: Cultivate a positive inner dialogue. Challenge and replace negative thoughts with affirmations and constructive self-talk. Believe in your potential.
7. Embrace Failure: Understand that setbacks and failures are part of the journey. Instead of viewing them as obstacles, see them as opportunities for growth and learning. Resilience can boost your confidence.
8. Visualization: Imagine yourself succeeding in your chosen path. Visualization can help build a positive mental image of your future, increasing your belief in achieving it.
9. Take Action: Confidence often follows action. Start taking steps toward your goals, even if they are small. Each action can build momentum and reinforce your confidence.
10. Seek Feedback: Don’t be afraid to ask for feedback from trusted sources. Constructive criticism can help you improve and feel more confident in your abilities.
11. Manage Fear and Doubt: It’s normal to have moments of doubt or fear. Acknowledge these feelings, but don’t let them paralyze you. Use them as motivation to push forward.
12. Stay Patient: Building confidence is a gradual process. It’s okay to have moments of uncertainty, but remember that confidence grows over time as you gain experience and achieve your goals.
Confidence is not something that appears overnight; it’s a continuous journey. Trust in yourself and your abilities, and know that it’s okay to evolve and adapt your goals as you learn and grow. With persistence and self-belief, you can gain confidence in what you want to do.
1. Self-Reflection: Take the time to understand yourself, your values, interests, and passions. What truly excites and motivates you? When your goals align with your authentic self, you’re more likely to have confidence in pursuing them.
2. Set Clear Goals: Define your goals with clarity. Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals can provide a clear roadmap for what you want to achieve.
3. Continuous Learning: Invest in your knowledge and skills. The more you know about your chosen field or area of interest, the more confident you’ll be in your abilities. Seek out courses, mentors, or resources to help you grow.
4. Build a Support System: Surround yourself with people who believe in you and your goals. Seek advice and guidance from mentors or individuals who have walked a similar path.
5. Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements, even the small ones. Each success can boost your confidence and remind you of your capabilities.
6. Positive Self-Talk: Cultivate a positive inner dialogue. Challenge and replace negative thoughts with affirmations and constructive self-talk. Believe in your potential.
7. Embrace Failure: Understand that setbacks and failures are part of the journey. Instead of viewing them as obstacles, see them as opportunities for growth and learning. Resilience can boost your confidence.
8. Visualization: Imagine yourself succeeding in your chosen path. Visualization can help build a positive mental image of your future, increasing your belief in achieving it.
9. Take Action: Confidence often follows action. Start taking steps toward your goals, even if they are small. Each action can build momentum and reinforce your confidence.
10. Seek Feedback: Don’t be afraid to ask for feedback from trusted sources. Constructive criticism can help you improve and feel more confident in your abilities.
11. Manage Fear and Doubt: It’s normal to have moments of doubt or fear. Acknowledge these feelings, but don’t let them paralyze you. Use them as motivation to push forward.
12. Stay Patient: Building confidence is a gradual process. It’s okay to have moments of uncertainty, but remember that confidence grows over time as you gain experience and achieve your goals.
Confidence is not something that appears overnight; it’s a continuous journey. Trust in yourself and your abilities, and know that it’s okay to evolve and adapt your goals as you learn and grow. With persistence and self-belief, you can gain confidence in what you want to do.
Ellina Sims
Operations Director for Process and Support
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Chicago, Illinois
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Ellina’s Answer
The journey to gaining self-confidence began when some of my top-notch instructors acknowledged my potential to accomplish specific tasks. This acknowledgment instilled in me a sense of self-assurance that I could indeed succeed.
Seek advice from your most effective teachers! Don't shy away from seeking feedback from your toughest instructors too!
Moreover, don't stop asking questions. They can offer you further perspectives that can be extremely beneficial. You can also utilize the following resource for additional guidance:
https://www.coursera.org/articles/how-to-choose-a-career
Seek advice from your most effective teachers! Don't shy away from seeking feedback from your toughest instructors too!
Moreover, don't stop asking questions. They can offer you further perspectives that can be extremely beneficial. You can also utilize the following resource for additional guidance:
https://www.coursera.org/articles/how-to-choose-a-career