Do you have self-confidence? Has self-doubt caused you to question whether you are enough or worthy?

You can eliminate self-doubt (or at least alleviate it) by using communication strategies to take action and improve self-confidence.

Check out episode 231 with Debra Roberts and learn more communication skills for handling difficult conversations.

Where does self-doubt come from?

Self-doubt, which results in overthinking, comes from how we were brought up. Our upbringing continues to be part of us, we carry it with us. In addition, self-doubt comes from how we've been culturally conditioned in society. But not to fear, you can eliminate self-doubt if you take action to change your mindset.

We are constantly underestimating ourselves. Comparison and imposter syndrome play a significant part in self-doubt. Women often underestimate themselves internally and sometimes misrepresent themselves externally.

The power of your voice to improve self-confidence

They may be exceptional leaders and experts but misrepresent themselves, for example, in their voice, they don't project their voice, they don't speak with conviction. Another example is upspeak, which is when you end a statement with a question mark. Doing so makes you appear less credible.

Punctuation will also make a difference in how confident and credible you seem. For example, when you introduce yourself, say your name and pause before going on to add more details.

To use your voice to improve self-confidence, record yourself or have a friend or coach evaluate with you.

Speak with conviction, smile, and keep your voice light as well as projected. In addition, have vocal variety, change your volume, pitch, and pace so that you come across with more interest. Another important factor for credibility is the power of the pause. When you don't pause, you can seem nervous and out of control to the audience. This is important because people don't listen well to people who seem out of control. So pause occasionally.

Your voice can make you more interesting.

Using your voice also helps build an emotional connection and trust with your community and audience.

 

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