It happens to the best of us: We work long hours on a project and feel confident about our ideas—until the day of the presentation arrives and we suddenly turn into a turtle who doesn’t want to come out of her shell. Whether nerves and anxiety are to blame or you’re just having an off-day, the key is to fake it ‘til you make it. Turns out, the old adage actually works: Imitating confidence can trick others into thinking you really are self-assured and leads to true confidence and competence. Read on for more smart ways to feel more confident. 1. Put things in perspective. Read more.