You will never quite know how many opportunities you have missed by lacking a little self-confidence when you need it most. Whether it's nailing that job interview, speaking in front of a crowd, or asking that someone on a date. All too often people fall short in these moments as they aren't equipped with the cutting edge confidence to adequately deal with them. Not anymore. James Daugherty is an intelligence expert & former CIA Spy who specializes in all forms of communication. But there's one thing that underpins everything, confidence. It's what keeps spy's alive. However he never realised quite how much his intelligence tactics on building general confidence, prepping for specific assignments, or dealing with stressful situations on the fly would help everyday people in civilian life. Imagine how different your life could be if you were able to operate optimally in every situation. In this eye-opening & engaging book, Daugherty gives readers a firsthand look into the trials & tribulations he dealt with in the field as a CIA operative & no nonsense guide revealing how to: Build general overriding confidence (that lasts). Step by step strategies to overcome limiting beliefs. Prepping for important 'missions' (interviews, meetings, dates) you have prior warning for. Positive visualisation techniques Body language tips for making a great first impression Breakdown & use of the OODA loop process to efficiently deal with stressful situations Spy tactics to deal with social anxiety on the fly. Confidence is a mixture of fascinating anecdotes combined with the scientific rationale to back up the author's advice. The clever confidence tricks described will help you in all areas of life from professional career, relationships and ultimately your future success.