building self-esteem and confidence
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Building Self-esteem and Confidence
Jayne Bakewell
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Objectives
To consider the factors which contribute to self esteem and confidence
To enhance awareness of personal strengths and build confidence
To practise presenting a positive image
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Self –confidence exercise
Individually, fill in the sheet giving examples of 2 situations in which you feel confident and 2 situations in which you would like to feel more self-confident.
Working in pairs, reveal one of each to each other.
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The Chain Reaction
High self esteem self confidence personal effectiveness employability
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Self esteem/inner confidence
Self love
- be your own cheerleader
- reverse negative thoughts e.g.
“I am weak” ”I can be strong if I try”
“I am powerless” “ I can take control”
“Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent” Eleanor Roosevelt
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Self esteem/inner confidence
Self awareness
Clear goals
Positive thinking
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Outer Confidence
Effective communication
Assertiveness
Positive (and realistic) self presentation
Sound emotional control
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Practical tips for building self confidence
Learn to take compliments graciously
Give up “toxic worrying” }
} SUMO Let any guilt go }
Never go to “if only……..” land
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Practical tips for building self confidence
Always ask for help
Find a mentor
Set your goals
Do something outside your comfort zone
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Practical tips for building self confidence
Convince yourself that it’s OK to make mistakes
Take responsibility for your own successes and failures
Be determined
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Practical tips for building self confidence
Be self-reflective
Be relaxed
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Confidence in skills
Knowing your strengths and weaknesses is important
Valuing your skills is also important
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Skills rating exercise
Individually, rate yourself on each skill listed in the sheet
Working in pairs(3s) choose one skill area that you have identified as a high rating
Working with your partner “BOAST” about your high-rated skill to your partner, giving an example to evidence the skill.
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Skill rating exercise
Whole group – present this skill to the whole group
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Presenting a positive image
Dress – appropriate Body language Language Preparation Punctuality
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First impressions are created by:
What people see 55%
What people hear 38%
The words they use 7%
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Summary
We can build our self confidence by making sure we:
- know and value our strengths
- are “comfortable in our own skins”
- know where we’re going
- recognise failure as a learning opportunity
- practise using positive language
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Summary
Positive language is important in all professional situations – writing applications, presenting in meetings, being interviewed for a job, pitching for business.
Using dynamic and positive vocabulary contributes to the image of a confident, competent and professional individual