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Why most public speaking advice is wrong—and how to finally overcome your speaking anxiety | Tristan de Montebello (CEO & co-founder of Ultraspeaking)
Lenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | Career
Confidence is a Cycle of Perception
Confidence can create a reinforcing feedback loop. When individuals present themselves confidently, they receive reactions aligned with that confidence, which in turn boosts their self-assurance. This cycle encourages people to maintain their confident demeanor, reducing the need to hedge their statements. Many individuals perceive others as confident, but in reality, most people feel nervous, particularly in public speaking scenarios. This disconnect highlights that expressing insecurities can undermine one’s perception of confidence. Like stand-up comedians, acknowledging failures can detract from performance rather than ease tension, suggesting the importance of projecting confidence rather than revealing vulnerability.
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