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Do bears say sorry? Stop apologizing and be more awesome!

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This is my presentation from BarCampNOLA. This presentation is a collection of confidence hacks that I've found can help in the way you come across and are perceived. Let me know what you think.

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Page 1: Stop apologizing and be more awesome!

Do bears say sorry?Stop apologizing and be more awesome!

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I'm not always as confident as I look.- Dignan

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"People may not remember exactly what you did, or what you said, but they will always remember how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou

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Costuming in business

● Get a costume designer● Out-dress your boss ● Every city has a dress

code● Get a haircut● Good shoes are worth

the investment● If you are over 25, then

you shouldn't be wearing anything you wore in college.

http://siliconbayounews.com/2013/06/12/center-stage-costuming/

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7 seconds to make a 1st impression

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7 seconds to make a 1st impression

1. Adjust your attitude2. Straighten your

posture3. Smile4. Make eye contact5. Raise your eyebrows6. Shake hands7. Lean in slightly

http://www.forbes.com/sites/carolkinseygoman/2011/02/13/seven-seconds-to-make-a-first-impression/2/

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Confidence hacks

1) Realize Everyone Else is Human2) Visualize Your Best Self3) Work Out4) Use Mantras5) Surround Yourself with Inspiring People6) Celebrate Your Wins7) Get Energized8) Prepare Yourself

http://www.thefeelgoodlifestyle.com/howtoboostyourconfidence.html

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9) Keep Your Mind Razor-Sharp10) Optimize Your Posture11) Stand Guard Over Your Thoughts12) Be Vulnerable13) Adopt the Growth Mindset14) Accept Compliments Gracefully15) Take Action!

more...confidence hacks

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Make shit happen!

“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”

~Dale Carnegie

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Imposter's Syndrome

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Do bears say sorry?Stop apologizing and be more awesome!