How to Overcome Self-Doubt in Your Career
Hi ESF Readers!
Imagine you’re about to lead a team meeting. You’ve prepared extensively, yet the voice of self-doubt whispers, "What if I mess up?" Sound familiar?
想像一下，你即將主持一場團隊會議。你做了充分準備，但內心的懷疑聲卻在低語：「如果我搞砸了怎麼辦？」這是否很熟悉？
TL;DR:
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s a skill you can develop. This blog shares practical steps to overcome self-doubt and thrive in your career.
自信不是與生俱來的，而是一項可以培養的技能。本部落格提供實用步驟，助您克服自我懷疑，職場成功。
Self-doubt is a common barrier in professional growth, especially when English is your second language. Here are practical strategies to combat it:
Focus on Your Strengths
Write down skills and achievements that make you valuable. For example, have you successfully resolved a customer complaint? This shows problem-solving skills.
專注於自己的優勢。列出使您有價值的技能和成就。例如，您是否成功解決過客戶投訴？這展現了解決問題的能力。Prepare and Practice
Confidence comes from preparation. Before a presentation, rehearse multiple times and anticipate potential questions.
準備和練習會帶來信心。在展示前，多次排練並預測可能的問題。Seek Constructive Feedback
Ask for feedback not only on areas for improvement but also on what you’re doing well. Positive reinforcement builds confidence.
尋求建設性反饋。不僅要了解改進空間，還要知道自己做得好的地方。正面的強化有助於建立信心。Challenge Negative Thoughts
Whenever self-doubt arises, ask yourself: “What evidence do I have that supports this fear?” Often, it’s just a thought, not reality.
挑戰負面想法。每當出現自我懷疑時，問自己：「有什麼證據支持這種恐懼？」往往，這只是想法，而非事實。Celebrate Small Wins
Each step you take towards overcoming a challenge is worth celebrating. Did you contribute a valuable idea in a meeting? Acknowledge it!
慶祝小成功。克服挑戰的每一步都值得慶祝。在會議上提出有價值的想法嗎？承認它！
Confidence is about progress, not perfection. Start small, focus on growth, and remember: self-doubt is a stepping stone, not a roadblock.
自信關乎進步，而非完美。從小事開始，專注於成長。記住，自我懷疑是墊腳石，而非障礙。
Vocabulary Section:
Resilience (韌性): The ability to recover from setbacks. Ex: Her resilience after project delays inspired the team.
Constructive (建設性): Helpful and intended to improve. Ex: He gave me constructive feedback on my report.
Affirmation (肯定): A positive statement to encourage oneself. Ex: Repeating affirmations helped calm my nerves before the meeting.
Reinforcement (強化): The process of encouraging a behavior. Ex: Positive reinforcement motivates employees to excel.
Overcome (克服): To successfully deal with a challenge. Ex: He overcame his fear of public speaking through practice.
Stepping Stone (墊腳石): A step towards achieving something. Ex: Internships are stepping stones to a full-time career.
