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They use their knowledge and skills to feed their confidence. To develop competence, take the time to master important skills. The more you know about a topic, the more confident you can be in your abilities. For example, if you\u2019re a baseball player, and you\u2019ve spent a lot of time practicing and perfecting your swing, you\u2019re going to be more confident when you get to the plate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Congruence<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>High performers are confident in who they are. They have a clear self-image and act in accordance with their values. To develop congruence, have a strong sense of identity, define your values, and set your intentions. Once you know those things, you won\u2019t second guess any choices that align with them. 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