1. Don’t Deprecate Yourself
Most people consider humility a virtue. However, excessive humility can be detrimental. For example, when someone compliments you, it’s best to simply accept it by saying, “Thank you.” A humble attitude is good, but self-deprecation is not beneficial in the long run.
In Korean culture, it’s often awkward to receive compliments from others. However, self-deprecation can increase the likelihood of others viewing you negatively. Ultimately, while it’s important to present yourself well, it’s more important not to deprecate yourself.
2. How to Receive Compliments
When someone compliments you, it’s best to simply say “Thank you.” Being overly humble can make the other person uncomfortable. Learning to gratefully accept others’ goodwill is important.
Koreans are not accustomed to receiving compliments, making such situations feel awkward. However, accepting compliments shows confidence. Expressing gratitude is the first step to building confidence.
3. How to Promote Yourself
If you are good at something, it’s important to showcase it. Sometimes, even if it feels a bit boastful, you need to display your abilities. Ultimately, those who promote themselves seize opportunities.
Successful people always have well-founded confidence. Without confidence, no matter how capable you are, it’s hard to seize opportunities. Having confidence and showcasing your abilities are keys to success.
4. Well-Founded Confidence
Successful people always have confidence in themselves. Their confidence is not baseless but well-founded. Well-founded confidence is a crucial element of success.
Without confidence, even with abilities, the opportunities to showcase those abilities decrease. Therefore, trusting in your abilities and having confidence based on them is important.
Conclusion
Avoiding self-deprecation, gratefully accepting compliments, promoting your abilities, and having well-founded confidence are keys to success. By adopting these four attitudes, you can move one step closer to success. A positive attitude and confidence can change your life. Believe in your potential and start practicing from today!