5 Habits of Highly Confident People That Are Vital In Entrepreneurship
No one is confident all the time, but some people seem to exude a healthy level of self-assurance. That confidence look can leave others wondering “what’s the secret?” Here are some of my observations about the habits of highly confident people and may be vital to success in your business field.
#1. Meditate
Self-confidence is one of those byproducts of meditation that few people talk about. Yet, this kind of self-confidence can make a big impact on a mediator’s life. Schools who’ve implemented meditation programs have noticed this in their kids. Adult mediators have found that meditation can help them build confidence both at work and at home – as well as a deep, pervading sense of self-confidence that’s independent of context.
It turns out that this is one of the best ways for peering into the inner workings of the human mind. A lot of our unconscious mental and emotional habits stay unconscious because they’re difficult to see in our hectic day to day lives. It’s only when we sit down, be still and observe ourselves in this non-judgmental manner that we can start to unravel who we are.
#2. Think inside the box
The capacity to create a business idea and get someone else to understand that idea is a fascinating human trait. Ideas can only come from humans. There is not an app for generating unique ideas.
I believe business ideas come in two major forms: “inside the box” and “outside the box.”
Have you ever asked someone or a group of people to think outside the box? This question usually comes up with something isn’t going quite right or needs to be improved upon. The response is usually, “Sure, I’ll think outside the box with you.” These sessions are usually filled with a storm of ideas.
#3. Exercise
Self-confidence is a product of what we believe in and what we actively set out to achieve. In modern day living, this can mean many things – physical confidence being one of them. Exercise is an important tool that helps us achieve this physical confidence. Beyond the postural imbalances, muscle tensions and day-to-day energy demands, the ability to be physically available to your day’s requirements is crucial. Today, we’re looking at some important benefits of exercise with respect to physical confidence and how it can go a much longer way than any retail therapy your heart can desire.
#4. Get enough sleep
This is your wake-up call – literally. Running on too little sleep can have detrimental effects on your mind, body, and brain. For years we have known that sleep deprivation was bad for our mental and physical health and now more alarming research has linked lack of sleep to higher stress, low self-esteem, physical health issues, and even brain damage.
Sleep deprivation wears down our normal capacity to deal with daily aggravations and challenges, causing the cycle of stress to wear us down. One night of disrupted sleep lowers the threshold for “stress perception.” When you’re dead tired, or have had weeks of restless nights, just running an errand or responding to another email is overwhelming. Frustration and feeling frazzled makes you less capable and less effective in your day to day groove.
#5. Socialize
Socializing can be a difficult one for introverts. Socializing, or finding your tribe, doesn’t always have to happen in person. Joining an online community of like-minded people can enhance your self-worth.
Most social situations with clients include a meal. The traditional ‘business lunch’ is a way to develop relationships, win future contracts, and gain referrals. But it takes strategy and planning for your meeting to be successful.
It’s also important for your clients to feel at ease from the beginning, so make sure they know who’s paying the bill. If you’re the host and you issued the invitation, then you should pay. To avoid confusion, tell your clients up front that they’re your guests.
#6. Be curious
Curiosity is an important trait of a genius. I don’t think you can find an intellectual giant who is not a curious person. Thomas Edison, Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, Richard Feynman, they are all curious characters. Richard Feynman was especially known for his adventures which came from his curiosity.
Seek people who are more experienced than you. Learning from them will instill a powerful calm of knowing. Chances are, the lessons they share will be invaluable.
Most “overnight success” stories have experienced the trials and tribulations that you may also be experiencing. They have all survived and may be able to help you.
