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Self confidence in the face of failure

Magda Miu
October 28, 2023

Self confidence in the face of failure

Self-confidence is the belief in one's abilities, qualities, and judgment. It plays a crucial role in personal and professional success, decision-making, and overall well-being.
In this presentation I shared a 4 steps framework with concrete steps that could unlock the self-confidence.

Magda Miu

October 28, 2023
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  1. Self confidence in the face of failure Magda Miu |

    @magdamiu Engineering Manager @Adobe GDE Android, Trainer, Speaker
  2. Definition: Deviations from known processes that produce unwanted outcomes Root

    cause: behavior, skill and attention deficiencies Let’s talk about failures Preventable Failures MISTAKES Definition: Unique and novel combinations of events and actions that give rise to unwanted outcomes Root cause: complexity, variability and novel factors imposed on familiar situations Complex Failures ACCIDENTS Definition: Novel forays into new territory that lead to unwanted outcomes Root cause: uncertainty, experimentation and risk taking Intelligent Failures DISCOVERIES 🎉 To avoid To avoid To celebrate
  3. I doubt my abilities to do “X” I learn about

    “X” I practice & do “X” I am confident I can do “X”
  4. Curiosity How can I be more curious about this? 01

    02 Objectivity Create an alter-ego 03 Permission Give yourself permission to be a beginner 04 Not Yet Continuous learning
  5. Curiosity How can I be more curious about it? 01

    • The art of questioning ◦ Instead of asking yourself “How can I be better at this?” start by asking “How can I be more curious about this?” or “What’s happening behind the scenes?” ◦ Do your homework and ask open-ended questions to gather information ◦ Seek different perspectives to enhance understanding • Curiosity involves experimentation ◦ Try new activities and approaches ◦ Embrace failures as learning opportunities ◦ Embrace the unknown and ambiguity as a chance to learn and adapt • Reflect often on your work ◦ What have I learned? ◦ What will I do different next time? The Power of Curiosity
  6. • Create an alter-ego or a vision of the Future-You

    you want to become and ask yourself “What would do my Future-I?” • Find a mentor or think at someone who you admire and ask yourself “What will do X in this case?” • Surround yourself with people from whom you have things to learn • Take ownership of your work and keep your promises • You are 100% responsible for your career success The Power of Objectivity Objectivity Create an alter-ego 02
  7. Permission Give yourself permission to be a beginner 03 •

    Everyone starts at ZERO so give yourself permission to be a beginner, to feel stupid, to make mistake • Impostor syndrome is a good thing - “it is a fancy way of saying you are trying something new, something uncomfortable” • Courage comes first, confidence is what you build overtime • Enjoy the journey, not only the destination • If it’s difficult, take a break, then start over The Power of Beginnings
  8. Permission Give yourself permission to start from ZERO, to learn

    and practice what you learn Objectivity Create an alter-ego that will increase your courage to take action Curiosity Ask questions, run experiments, reflect on your work Not Yet Have a continuous learning mindset
  9. Resources • [video] Amy Cuddy - Your body language may

    shape who you are • [video] Amy Edmondson | Understand 3 Types of Failure to Activate Bolder Decision Making & Better Teamwork • [article] James Clear - How to Be Confident and Reduce Stress in 2 Minutes Per Day • [wiki] Career Management Model
  10. CREDITS: This presentation template was created by Slidesgo, including icons

    by Flaticon, and infographics & images by Freepik Do you have any questions? Slack: @mmiu Website: magdamiu.com Twitter: @magdamiu LinkedIn: /in/magdamiu/ THANKS!