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In today's Career Pulse, gain insight into how:

• Confidence follows action, as one founder’s journey shows how belief, bravery, and boldness secure success.

• Saying less can lead more, with strategic silence becoming a powerful tool to de-escalate conflict, set boundaries, and empower others.

• Executive presence shapes influence, as leaders learn actionable steps to align their self-perception with how others see them.

These articles are penned by members of Forbes Coaches Council, leading business, career, and professional coaches shaping the future of this field.

Let’s dive in!

Confidence Doesn’t Come First: A Founder’s Path To Boldness

Confidence isn't the starting point; it’s the result of action. A business coach recounts how one founder overcame her fear of pitching by embracing the "four B's": belief, bravery, build, and boldness. Instead of waiting to feel confident, she leaned into what mattered and secured investor support.

Here’s how to shift your mindset and take bold action:

✨ Belief: Stay tethered to your mission, even when the metrics don't yet reflect success. Trust the whispers of early traction.

💪 Bravery: It’s in the awkward asks, the follow-ups, and the risks taken despite fear. Bravery fuels consistent movement.

🛠️ Build: Investors fund evidence, not potential. Focus on creating systems, partnerships, and proof of concept over perfection.

🚀 Boldness: True boldness is clarity in action—it’s the confidence that emerges when you know your direction and can articulate it simply.

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Say Less: Why No Response Is Sometimes the Most Powerful

Sometimes, silence speaks louder than words. While over-talking might feel natural in moments of conflict, negotiation, or proving your value, intentional silence can serve as a powerful leadership tool. Saying less enables leaders to de-escalate tension, set boundaries, and empower others—all while strengthening their own presence.

Here’s how to master the art of less:

🤐 Use Silence as a Signal: De-escalate conflict, let your message land, and encourage reflection or problem-solving. Silence often shifts the power dynamic in your favor.

🛑 Pause with Intention: Before reacting to criticism, ask, “Does this require a response, or just reflection?”

💬 Keep it Brief: Replace over-explaining with simple, clear replies: “Noted,” “Thanks for your input.”

🧠 Silence as a Coaching Tool: Give others space to find solutions, signaling trust in their abilities.

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Executive Presence: A Leader’s Competitive Advantage

Executive presence isn’t about titles or high-stakes moments; it’s about how you consistently show up in everyday interactions. Leaders often believe they project more influence than they truly do…until hard feedback exposes the gap between perception and reality.

Here’s how to elevate your presence:

🗣️ Seek Feedback: Ask tough questions—“What undermines my credibility?”—and listen without defending. Honest critique is key to growth.

🎯 Practice Deliberately: Focus on specific behaviors, like improving your tone or mindful listening, in low-stakes settings until they become second nature.

📈 Stay Accountable: Partner with someone who will push you, review your progress, and keep you on track with regular check-ins.

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Wrapping Up

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