Confidence is the ability to take a stance and defend a position. To be able to project confidence: Convince, don't cave: Confidence resides in those who show conviction and "sell" their ideas rather than backing away from them when challenged. Don't explain. Don't defend: When you make a decision and you're willing to "bet the farm," go with it. You don't have to defend your views every time you're challenged. Realize confidence doesn't equate to witchiness - and if people call you a witch -...