Authors: Unlocking True Confidence for Media Success

Confident author

She was exceptional at her work and delivered beautifully in interviews—better than most, in fact. Yet before every interview, she was consumed by nerves, to the point of developing IBS. This is not what we want.

Confidence.

It’s so necessary, yet elusive for many. Confidence grows from practice and from knowing yourself. The more interviews you do, the better you get, and the more confident you feel. It’s a cycle of experience building and belief building a knowingness.

But first, let’s unpack what confidence truly means.

When we think of confidence, some of us envision arrogance—a blowhard, a know-it-all. But that isn’t confidence; it’s a façade. In fact, I’d argue it’s weakness masquerading as strength. When someone works hard to convince you of their confidence, it’s often a performance. Yuck.

True confidence doesn’t need to shout. Instead, it exudes a quiet strength, a calm certainty that’s deeply attractive. True confidence is paired with competence—they go hand in hand. Think about it: you wouldn’t want a surgeon who’s confident but not skilled. Confidence without competence is dangerous; competence without confidence, underwhelming. Together, they create the magic we all strive for.

It’s crucial to project confidence in all that you do—your writing, your speaking, your interviews. When you feel confident, others see it, and it’s magnetic. Confidence projects strength, and people, including the media, are drawn to it like moths to a flame.

So how do you find your own confidence?

Here are three powerful strategies to help:

1. Connect with Your Future Self
When we were kids, we pretended all the time. So, imagine yourself five years from now—someone who has mastered interviews, commands the room, and feels at ease in any spotlight. Picture how that version of you moves, speaks, and handles challenges. Then, step into that identity today. This isn’t about faking it; it’s about practicing the version of you that’s already within reach. Confidence begins when you believe in the person you’re becoming.

2. Develop a Pre-Interview Ritual
Confidence often comes from feeling grounded. Create a pre-interview ritual that centers and energizes you. Maybe it’s going for a walk, drinking a specific tea, listening to a song that fires you up, or holding a small object that reminds you of your strength. Rituals signal your mind and body that it’s time to step into your power. Find what works for you, and make it sacred.

3. Embrace the Pause After Success
When you do something well, take a moment to acknowledge it fully. Most of us rush past our successes, dismissing them as “no big deal,” and on to the next item on the “to do “ list. Instead, let yourself savor it. Feel the weight of your accomplishment—it’s yours, and it matters. It truly does.

Bottom line: Confidence is a skill and a way of being, a muscle you strengthen through deliberate practice and thoughtful reflection. It’s not about perfection; it’s not about pretending. It’s certainly not arrogance. It’s about believing in your ability to grow and thrive while also feeling grounded and fulfilled right where you are in this moment. Trust me, the media—and the world—can feel that kind of energy. It’s magnetic, and it’s yours to cultivate and settle into.

You’ve got this.

To your success!

Joanne

P.S. It’s all about Confidence, baby.

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