Among all personality traits, confidence is one of the strongest predictors of success. In business, it helps a person take risks and seize opportunities. Compared to insecure individuals, confident people are perceived as more attractive and tend to have a larger circle of high-quality relationships.

Why is confidence so appealing? First, it’s important to clarify what confidence is not. It is not arrogance or a sense of superiority over others. Instead, it is a quiet belief in one’s abilities without the ego that leads to arrogance. Here are the types of things you’ll often hear truly confident people say.

1. “I wouldn’t worry about that.”

If you go to a confident friend with a list of “what-ifs” or reasons why something could go wrong, you’ll likely hear this kind of reassurance. That’s because confident people typically don’t dwell on worry. They understand that even if something does go wrong, they can handle it. It’s the constant belief that no matter what happens—good or bad—they will deal with it.

2. “Go for it!”

With a lack of anxiety comes a sense of optimism. Truly confident people expect good things to happen. At the same time, their history of making good decisions means they can balance their optimism with realistic thinking.

3. “This way works for me.”

Confident individuals don’t feel the need to conform to gain others’ approval. This is the core beauty of confidence—the self-assurance and calmness that make others naturally want to follow them.

4. “Why not me?”

Instead of waiting for the next opportunity, confident people actively seek it. Whether it’s building the right relationships, asking for a promotion, or taking a leap of faith, they have a vision for the future and carve their own path to achieve it.

5. “I need to say something.”

Confident people take a stand when it comes to matters of right and wrong, yet they have the wisdom to understand which battles are worth fighting. That said, they are also willing to step back gracefully if proven wrong, because they are secure enough to consider perspectives other than their own.

6. “Tell me more.”

Confident people listen more than they talk. They are naturally curious and show a genuine interest in others. On the other hand, those who dominate conversations or boast excessively often have something to prove and may be masking their insecurities.

7. “Can you help me?”

Everyone has weaknesses, but confident individuals aren’t afraid to acknowledge them. Instead of worrying about what others will think if they ask for help, they prioritize self-improvement, gaining valuable skills, and doing a job well.