Confidence Quote by Scott Adams
““PERSUASION TIP 9 Display confidence (either real or faked) to improve your persuasiveness. You have to believe yourself, or at least appear as if you do, in order to get anyone else to believe.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Dilbert Principle, 1996
Projecting confidence, even if feigned, boosts persuasive power by influencing others’ perception of your credibility.
In simple terms: Confidence, real or fake, makes you more persuasive.
Key Takeaway
Appear confident to persuade others.
Themes
confidence
persuasion
self‑belief
Mood
motivational
strategic
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- sales pitches
- team leadership
- public speaking
- negotiations
Key Concepts
psychology
social influence
impression management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance genuine confidence with strategic self‑presentation?
- When might feigning confidence be unethical?
A Different Perspective
Fake confidence can backfire if credibility is exposed.
