For every job there is room to improve work conditions. For every job there are several co-workers who will complain but never do a thing, to that one who speaks up and makes things better…or not. At the very least, they have tried. One of the most important jobs in America, in my mind anyway, is the United States Postal Service. In Ronald Williams, Jr.’s book, “Deep Inside LiteBlue,” he discusses the inside scene of the USPS, and the typical challenges that are dealt with. Many of these things are just as readily occurring in nearly any job you could think of. Williams’ experience is more relatable than you might imagine.

We all have times when we feel nervous and unsure. Here are some practical tips to help you to project a confident image at work.

There are several things you can do to feel more confident:

1) Be prepared. If you’re making a presentation to a group or giving a proposal to your boss, you’re going to feel more comfortable if you’ve done your research and practiced in advance. And the more important the issue, the more you need to practice.