Sie stehen vor einer Vorstandspräsentation vor Selbstzweifeln. Wie kannst du Gefühle der Unzulänglichkeit überwinden?

Efectivamente normalizando lo que se siente, no desde la incapacidad, más bien desde la excelencia y el deseo de hacerlo bien. No podemos evitar sentir, por tanto normalicemos la experiencia y ajustemos la conducta para estar enfocados en lo que depende de nosotros, la acción.

Self-awareness_: Recognize your thoughts and feelings. Reframe negative thoughts_: Challenge and replace them with positive affirmations. Focus on your strengths Visualise a positive outcome. Seek support_: Share your feelings with trusted friends, family, or mentors. Embrace imperfection_: Understand that nobody is perfect. And all those you are facing are also human. Be realistic Practice self-compassion_: Treat yourself with kindness and understanding. Use NLP techniques of Circle of excellence or Swish Patterns. Even NLP techniques of self guided perceptual positions will help. Self coach yourself using carnelian questions.

Befriend your fear, Invite it for a stroll, And ask what gifts it brings, Only if you are prepared to receive. In the presence of gratitude, Fear often transforms into Wisdom.

Achten Sie auf Ihre Körpersprache, um Selbstzweifel zu überwinden. Achten Sie darauf, aufrecht zu stehen und tiefe Atemzüge zu nehmen, um Ihre Nervosität zu kontrollieren. Vermeiden Sie es, sich klein zu machen, indem Sie Ihre Schultern zurückziehen und den Kopf heben. Ihre Gesten sollten offen und einladend sein, um Selbstvertrauen auszustrahlen. Visualisieren Sie eine erfolgreiche Präsentation, während Sie sich auf Ihren Atem konzentrieren, um Ihre Nervosität zu reduzieren und sich auf den Moment zu fokussieren.

Acknowledge your fear and self-doubt, but do so with presence. Instead of letting the ego amplify these feelings into a narrative of inadequacy, simply observe them without judgment. Recognize that these emotions are natural responses to a high-pressure situation, but they do not define you. By staying present, you can see the fear for what it is—just a passing thought or sensation. Presence allows you to ground yourself, focus on the task at hand, and let go of the egoic need to prove yourself. This clarity enables you to approach the board presentation with calm confidence, rooted in your true self rather than in fear.

Facing self-doubt before a board presentation can be challenging, but overcoming these feelings is crucial for a confident delivery. One effective strategy is to reframe your mindset by focusing on your preparation and expertise. Reflecting on past successes and the value you bring can also boost your confidence. I recently worked with a client who was anxious about an upcoming board presentation. We began by reviewing their thorough preparation and rehearsing the key points. By highlighting their expertise and past achievements, they were able to shift their focus from self-doubt to the value they were delivering. This shift not only eased their anxiety but also led to a successful presentation, reinforcing confidence for challenges.

If you are presenting to the board for the first time, it can be really daunting. However, reframing this as a development opportunity will really help. There are 3 key things I would do: 1. Ensure I was extremely prepared and practiced - less is more in the presentation. Be clear on the 2-3 key things you need them to know and any decisions. 2. Practice with someone you trust that knows the board members. Get them to ask questions that the board members might ask. 3. On the day, meditate on the session. Get into the headspace, calm the nervous system, regulate your breathing. Visualising yourself doing the thing, helps your brain get ready. Make sure you have your go-to breathing exercise to keep the nerves at bay.

Preparation truly is the backbone of confidence. The more deeply you know your material, the less room there is for self-doubt to creep in. Rehearsing with someone who can offer honest feedback is invaluable—it helps you refine your delivery and anticipate questions. Additionally, knowing the logistics, like the room setup and tech, eliminates potential stressors that can derail even the best-prepared presentations. Thorough preparation not only boosts your confidence but also allows you to focus on delivering your message with clarity and impact.

To transition from self-doubt to self-assurance, an approach I like to explore is to change the way we're looking at things, because then the things we're looking at may change. - Inside your nervous feelings, is there any excitement? If so, explore that. - If you find yourself focusing on past presentation challenges, turn your focus to what lessons you have learned from those. When you focus on the lessons, what changes? - If you feel like it's all on you and you alone, that may be a sign to connect with a trusted friend or confidant who can help remind you of your strength and power. All of these shifts in perspective can be a game-changer in feeling empowered going to into a big presentation.

Consider starting with "positive self-belief". Before I ask my clients to think about behavior change, I ask them to consider 3 questions that challenge their "fear" assumptions. For this scenario I would ask the following: 1. Do you know for sure that board members will judge you negatively? 2. Is it true that you really don't know your topic well? 3. Is it true that your presentation will not be valuable to your audience? If a client answers "no", I then ask "If you know these things are not true, what do you know that is true that will help you be more confident?" We then spend time talking about all the positive forces they can remind themselves of when approaching the presentation. Changing mindsets is critical to success!

When you're preparing for a board presentation, allocate enough time for practice sessions as well as incorporating feedback from those sessions and doing a final practice session. Carefully plan a preparation calendar, so you have adequate time to hold one or more practice sessions, listen to and process feedback, consider how to incorporate it, follow up with those who gave feedback, and do another practice session. Who should you practice with? Start with your manager, if they regularly present to the board. Include colleagues who have also presented to the board and whose presentation style you want to emulate. Within your company's Legal department, the corporate secretary or general counsel may be valuable sources of feedback.

Remind yourself that you know what you are going to talk about. Focus on what you want them to know. What is it important that they know? The doubting thoughts are coming from fear. You can be compassionate towards yourself by listening to yourself rather than pushing you away. Listen and feel the fear in your body. What is the fear about? Is it old stuff about fear of getting it wrong or fear of being judged or just not liking people looking at you. Acknowledge this. And know that you can still function well. You have something to offer. Something needs to be said. Go say it.

Staying present during the presentation and focusing on the task at hand is crucial to delivering your best performance. Self awareness is essential. For example, if you notice yourself talking too fast because of nerves, acknowledge it, engage in breathing techniques to calm your nerves, and continue at your normal speed. Noticing how you are showing up and making deliberate shifts can help reset you to your optimal state. Staying engaged with your audience also takes away any mind chatter that may distract you from delivering your presentation. Use every chance to present as practice to build up your skills to becoming a better and more effective presenter each time.

Feeling self-doubt before a board presentation is natural. When we stay present, we not only engage better but also tap into a deeper alignment with our true selves. This is where Spiritual Intelligence comes in. It’s not just about managing anxiety but recognizing the inner wisdom and calm within us. By trusting this inner guidance, we transform our “Self-Doubt into Self-Assurance”, making our presentations more authentic and impactful.