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Let's talk about confidence. Not the fake-it-till-you-make-it kind. Not the "just be more assertive" advice you've heard a thousand times. We're talking about the real, science-backed, unshakeable kind that changes how you show up, speak up, and move through your career. Here's the truth most people won't tell you: confidence isn't something you find within yourself. It's something you build. And just like building muscle or learning a new skill, there's a method to it.

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