14 Things Confident People Would Never Do—So You Shouldn’t Either

Get defensive when corrected

Confident people understand their own talents and faults and are able to politely accept constructive criticism. “Accepting feedback graciously exudes quiet confidence and perceived competence, both qualities that increase perceived capability,” says Wendy Patrick, JD, PhD, author and behavioral expert. “They regard feedback not as threatening, but as a training opportunity and a chance to improve.” If this doesn’t come easily to you, don’t worry—here’s how to handle criticism in any situation.