Sources of confidence (Perry, J.)

  • Previous performances

    Look back at what you have already achieved

  • Extensive preparation

    Look at how much preparation you have done mentally and physically

  • Vicarious experiences

    Watching others and team mates performing successfully

  • Verbal persuasion

    Listening to others showing or telling you that they have faith in you

  • Trust in advisors

    Believe in the team around you who have helped foster your brilliant skills

  • Environmental comfort

    Get comfortable and familiar in the environment you will be in.

  • Social support

    Draw on the support of those who matter around you.

  • Innate factors

    Draw on feelings that you have a natural ability to succeed.

  • Your view of the situation

    Feel that things are going your way

  • Physiological states

    Associate the physical feelings of threat as excitement towards a challenge

  • Physical presentation

    Present a confident persona

  • Competitive advantage

    Draw strength from when competitors do poorly