Confidence isn’t a personality; It’s a toolkit
- Deaf Umbrella
- 3 days ago
- 1 min read
Let’s bust a myth right now: confidence is not a personality trait.
It’s not something you’re born with. It’s not reserved for extroverts. And it’s definitely not a bonus.
Confidence is a requirement for Communication Support Workers (CSWs)—and it’s built, not inherited.
We’ve worked with hundreds of CSWs who said the same thing:
“I feel too nervous to speak up in class.” “What if I get it wrong?” “I just freeze when things change last minute.”
Shyness isn’t the problem. Lack of training is.
In real life, CSWs walk into unpredictable situations. One day it’s a lecture, the next it’s a noisy workshop. Timetables change. Tutors misunderstand. And if you don’t feel prepared, it’s easy to freeze.
That’s why we created our CPD-accredited course, "How to: Handle Nerves and Build Confidence for CSWs".
You’ll learn:
How to identify what actually triggers your nerves
Techniques to manage anxiety before and during class
Strategies for handling unexpected changes with calm professionalism
How to present yourself confidently without “faking it”
By September, you could walk into the new academic year ready, not rattled.
If you’re tired of second-guessing yourself, this course is your toolkit.
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