Episode 127: Confidence-Building Toolkit - How to be Confident When You're New at Something
05/09/23 • 6 min
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Many of us are used to being experts, or at least experienced, in whatever we do.
Do you remember what it was like being thrown into a new situation? It can rock your confidence, but here’s the secret... it doesn’t have to!
In this episode I share a few of my favorite strategies to help you combat the self-doubt and project confidence in any situation, such as:
- Compare yourself to your own personal best
- You’ve been asked to do this task or job for a reason
- You can be your own worst enemy
Here are the highlights from this episode:
(01:01) Always be prepared
(02:29) The tools to combat low confidence
(04:39) Embrace your individuality
Connect with Elizabeth:
Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/
Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q
Many of us are used to being experts, or at least experienced, in whatever we do.
Do you remember what it was like being thrown into a new situation? It can rock your confidence, but here’s the secret... it doesn’t have to!
In this episode I share a few of my favorite strategies to help you combat the self-doubt and project confidence in any situation, such as:
- Compare yourself to your own personal best
- You’ve been asked to do this task or job for a reason
- You can be your own worst enemy
Here are the highlights from this episode:
(01:01) Always be prepared
(02:29) The tools to combat low confidence
(04:39) Embrace your individuality
Connect with Elizabeth:
Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/
Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q
Previous Episode
How to Get More Fun in Your Life
When was the last time you had fun?
I have two children, and having fun comes so naturally to them, but us adults sometimes struggle to make the time to enjoy ourselves.
In this episode I share some things I want you to ask yourself, so that you can inject some more fun into your life, such as:
- Think back to a time that made you smile.
- How did you engage with people before Covid?
- Put fun on your calendar... no, seriously!
Make fun a priority. Stop taking life so seriously all the time and start putting some more fun into your day.
Here are the highlights from this episode:
(01:17) Fun stats.
(02:12) Seize the fun!
(03:57) Make time for fun.
Connect with Elizabeth:
Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/
Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q
Next Episode
Episode 128: 5 Simple Steps For Landing Your Dream Job Right Out Of College
ElizaIt’s that time of year when graduation looms for college students across the country, which means many grads will be flocking to the streets in search of their dream job!
If you’re a grad, you may want to pursue a career specifically in what you studied, or perhaps you have found an interest in something else. Whatever direction you choose to go in is okay.
My first job was in politics, and then a career in news. I'm now a successful career strategist.
In this episode I share some top strategies you can use as you enter the job hunt, including:
- It’s ok to hear the word “no”.
- Prepare your elevator pitch.
- Ask for what you want.
Finding a job can be stressful and highly competitive, but if you have clear goals and a solid plan, I know you’ve got this!
Here are the highlights from this episode:
(00:49) What if you don’t get the job you want?
(02:05) Don’t always accept the first offer
(03:46) The word ‘no’ means ‘next opportunity’
(05:00) What are your deal-breakers?
Connect with Elizabeth:
Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/
Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q
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