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Superman can fly. Batman has his gadgets. Ant-Man is… um… really small?
All superheroes have a special power that makes them great. As a business owner, you have one too. And it’s one you may not have noticed: your confidence.
To start your company, you had to be willing to push your boundaries and step out of your comfort zone. While that can be terrifying, you’ve made it this far thanks to your inner strength.
To go even further, you’ll have to call on it again and again. Here are a few ways to build your confidence so you are equipped to face whatever comes your way.
- Grow your skill set. Knowing the ins and outs of your industry will allow you to feel secure and ready to make the best decisions for your business. Continually try to expand your knowledge and stay up-to-date by reading relevant articles and attending industry lectures and seminars.
- Set small goals. There’s nothing more satisfying than achieving a goal. While you may have lofty goals for the future, set smaller objectives to accomplish for yourself. Clocking some small wins along the way provides a quantifiable way to gauge your success.
- Focus on you. Comparing yourself to your competitors is one of the most detrimental things you can do to your confidence. Instead of focusing on how you don’t measure up,use other startups as a source of inspiration.
- Don’t dwell on the past. Beating yourself up over past mistakes only fosters more negativity. Instead, focus your energy on the future and think of how you can improve and grow.
