How To Feel More Confident At Work

Step 1: Be positive

Try to focus on your skills and talents as much as possible. Make a list of all your good qualities and don't dwell on what you perceive are your weaknesses. Building self esteem is about finding out what your strengths are and then developing and building on them. Your employer would not have given you a job if they did not recognise certain skills in you.

When you do something well or achieve something, don't brush it off. Acknowledge it and give yourself praise, even if is just a small achievement. Also, make sure that your boss knows about any good work that you've done. This doesn't mean blowing your own trumpet, but just being realistic about your achievements.

When dealing with colleagues at work, try not to compare your achievements to theirs - you should succeed on your own terms!

Step 2: Communicate

When you feel insecure or nervous you will tend to withdraw from your colleagues. This can result from focussing too much on yourself and your own shyness.

When you're getting to know people at work, use conversation to build trust and find common ground. Use the name of the person you're talking to. This not only makes conversation more personal, but also helps you remember people's names. Another technique that can help conversation flow more easily is to use open questions that can't be answered with a yes or no. Watch VideoJug's films about conversation skills for more advice.
Remember that clear and open communication at work is vital for building confdience and maiintaining healthy relationships at work.

Step 3: Act confident

The way you present yourself to others can also help you feel more confident. Be aware of how you hold yourself and the signals that your body language is sending out. Think about your posture. Stand up straight, and when you move around a room, move with purpose.
For more advice, watch VideoJug's films about body language.
Another tool you can use to build confidence is the clothes that you wear. Choose clothes and colours that make you feel strong and confident, and clothes that you feel comfortable in.
And finally, never underestimate the power of a smile - it make you more approachable and helps you feel better. Good luck!