Certainty vs. Confidence: Exploring the Importance of Belief

Episode Notes - Certainty vs. ConfidenceTopic: Certainty vs. Confidence: Exploring the Importance of BeliefGuest: Doctor Mort OrmanKey Points:True certainty in the real world is impossible.We can create a sense of certainty within ourselves, but this can be an illusion.A well-crafted illusion of certainty can be empowering and lead to confidence.Confidence is more important than absolute certainty for success.People's behavior towards you is influenced by a complex interplay of factors, not just their self-esteem."Either/or" questions can be misleading. Look for nuance in situations.Memorable Quotes:"We don't have true certainty in the real world, but we can invent the concept of certainty and live in that concept...""People treat you exactly how they feel about themselves... I think as a general statement, it's likely to be true most of the time, but I don't...""It's a complicated question. I'm sure it makes it too simple. It simplifies something that's a lot more complex...""When you posit it as an either or, you've lost the game right there. Because it's hard, you can't answer the question because it's questions not formulated properly." Soundbits: The Global Leadership Forum is where extraordinary leaders share the conversations that shape the future.Hosted by Kim Groshek, Soundbits features powerful conversations with executives, founders, and visionaries revealing the stories, decisions, and lessons behind meaningful impact.Every leader has a story. Every story can shape the future.Subscribe and join the global leadership conversation.