It’s unrealistic and you’re setting yourself up to be disappointed.

My advice is to set small goals and only focus on doing a few things at any given moment. Seeing yourself make progress feels good and is also very encouraging.

That’s why you should never underestimate the power of building positive momentum.

You have to be patient and persistent if you want to create a permanent change in how you see yourself and how you interact with others.

6. Don’t Take Rejection Personally

Here’s the truth:

Not everybody is going to like you. That’s just how it is.

As a social skills coach, I noticed that most people struggle to put themselves out there because they’re so afraid of being rejected.

To put things into perspective, there are billions of people in the world. You don’t have to put up with anybody who doesn’t like you. Choose those who choose you back.

Remember, it’s not your job to convince people to like you. Your goal should be to become the best version of yourself and find other people who will like you for who you are.

7. Work With A Coach

We’re all given the same 24 hours in a day. You can always make more money but nobody can make more time.

Look, there’s nothing inherently wrong with reading blog posts like this one, listening to podcast and watching YouTube videos to help you become more confident and social.

But if you want to fast-track your results, consider working with a competent coach. You’ll have someone give you feedback, you’ll get more tailored advice to your situation and you’ll also have someone to hold you accountable.

Personally, my life transformed when I decided to get some help from someone who knows what they’re doing.

You are the common denominator in everything you do so always make it a point to invest in yourself.

Closing Thoughts

To sum things up, if you want to become more confident and social, consider the following tips: