- They welcome you with a smile on their face.
- They have a strong but firm handshake.
- They are always dressed well and groomed.
- They keep their eye contact when speaking to you.
- Arm akimbo. This is the superman-like pose with one or two arms. This shows confidence.
- They stand straight, instead of slouching their back.
- They are the first person to speak up and the first to ask questions.
- They are aware of their strengths and weaknesses.
- They praise themselves for their hard work.
- They have a positive outlook on life.
- They remain calm, even in a high-pressure scenario, showing people that they're in control.
- They know when to say “no” to somebody.
- They can be assertive and are usually the team leader.
- They speak in a slow, confident manner so that the other person understands them clearly.
- They don't seek attention from others.
- They wait until the person has finished talking before they say their opinion.
- They accept challenges and take risks.
- They step out of their comfort zone.
- They don't take criticism or other people's opinions to heart.
- They stay away from drama and focus on themselves.
- They don't engage in gossip, because there's no need for them to boost their self-esteem by speaking badly of others, as they have enough confidence.
- They don't compare themselves to others.
- They don't see the point in pleasing people.
- They don't need constant reassurance.
- They don't quit after failures and setbacks.
- They don't blindly follow before knowing the facts.
- They don't judge others, rather, they acknowledge the person's strengths.
- They speak less and listen more.
- They aren't afraid to be wrong.
- They don't seek other people's approval.
- They use their past mistakes as learning opportunities instead of dwelling on it.
- They celebrate their success and the successes of others.
- They boost others, not demean them.
- They are generally happy and optimistic.
- They accept change.
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