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Confidence-building is not something that can go on forever. If it goes on forever then it becomes counterproductive.

Confidence is a very fragile thing.

Confidence is such a fragile and precious thing.

I used to say in the cabinet room, 'confidence is not like a can of Popeye spinach - you can't take the top off and swallow it down.' You know, confidence has to be earned.

I think the best way to have confidence is not to allow everyone else's insecurities to be your own.

I sometimes have an over-confidence that can be viewed as arrogance.

Confidence was never in short supply in my case. If anything, I think I overshot the mark with confidence way too early in my career, and gradually, it's about just getting more humble and wanting to sit down more.

True confidence is firmly planted in reality. To grow your confidence, it's important to do an honest and accurate self-assessment of your abilities. If there are weaknesses in your skill set, make plans for strengthening these skills and find ways to minimize their negative impact.

Confidence is everything in this business.