Confidence or Conceit (Weekly Challenger 6/1/2009)
What’s the difference between self-confidence and conceitedness? Here’s my take on it.
- Self-confidence says “I can do this.” Conceitedness says “I am better.”
- Self-confidence accepts mistakes, knowing you can (and will) fix them. Conceitedness refuses to admit the possibility of mistakes.
- Self-confidence looks for ways to do something. Conceitedness looks for ways to be noticed.
- Self-confidence is knowing you have the ability to earn respect. Conceitedness is believing you are automatically entitled to it.
Are you self-confident or conceited?
