What If Confidence Isn’t What You Thought? (2009)

What if confidence isn’t about being sure of yourself but taking action before you feel ready? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan explain what confidence means and why it’s linked to feeling in control. Kevin shares a personal breakthrough from a recent speech, while Alan explains how confidence grows through experience—not before it. They also discuss the struggle between self-awareness and self-doubt, why some people overestimate their skills, and how true confidence develops over time.Learn more about:Next Level Live 2025: Saturday, April 5th, 2024 (10:00 am to 4:00 pm EST)  - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-live/_____________________NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com_______________________Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consumeNext Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - ​​https://bit.ly/3xffverNext Level U Book Club - https://bit.ly/3BQBYDr_______________________We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.Instagram 📷Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/Facebook ✍Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazarosKevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/Email 💬[email protected]@nextleveluniverse.comLinkedIn ✍Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/_______________________Show notes:(3:52) Difference between certainty and control(6:10) How deeper understanding and tactics work together(8:01) Confidence in different areas of life(10:34) How self-belief shapes envy and motivation(18:16) How confidence shifts as you improve(21:05) Join Next Level Live: A virtual, immersive event for those committed to growth, meaningful relationships, and a life they love. https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-live/(23:21) The Dunning-Kruger effect and confidence(27:52) Confidence Vs. Arrogance(34:38) Social media myths & the power of rational thinking(40:45) OutroSend a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan LazarosNext Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.