Here's how you can preserve your confidence and resilience when faced with failure.

Failing is a stepping stone to success. It is so important to embrace failure and reframe it as a learning lesson for the future. Failure should not dictate what our next move is, but it should be viewed as an opportunity. As a leader you need a foster an environment when failure is okay, but only if you learn from it. Failure is a part of the journey and is very valuable for your development.

Maintain perspective: Remember, failure is often a stepping stone to success. Embrace a growth mindset: See setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth. Practice self-compassion: Treat yourself with kindness and understanding during difficult times. Seek support: Surround yourself with a supportive network of friends, family, or mentors who can offer encouragement and perspective. Stay persistent: Keep moving forward, adapting, and striving toward your goals despite obstacles. Trust in your abilities and the journey ahead.

1. Critically analyze why it was failure: recognise your contributions, efforts and potential mistakes you may/have done; 2. Understand that failures are natural and inevitable part of journey to the success. If you don't fail at least once, then you probably have set run-of-the-mill goal. 3. With above acknowledgement, make action plan on how to overcome such occurrence And relax, take a deep breath, you are not alone who failed in your way to success! I'd also advise to read book Atomic Habits. It explains that failures are natural and the way to success is not linear, but exponential with its own ups and downs

From the perspective of someone who has been in that situation, a complementary strategy might be to implement the received suggestions into a concrete action plan. This includes setting short and long-term goals based on the feedback. Thus, not only is the feedback valued, but it also shows a commitment to personal growth and continuous improvement.

As a leader, it's important to preserve confidence and resilience when faced with failure. Embrace the opportunity for growth and learning from mistakes. Reflect on what went wrong, but don't dwell on it. Surround yourself with a supportive network and seek feedback to gain different perspectives. Remember that failure is not a reflection of your worth as a leader. Stay positive, stay determined, and use failure as a stepping stone towards future success.

Like I said before "failure is an opportunity to grow", how can you then grow? By learning from it through observation or asking questions. Share your experience with someone preferably a superior who can share insight and wisdom to what you can do instead to improve on what you did.

Feedback is great!.. Here's the problem. Not everyone is trained to deliver feedback in a constructive way. You should be careful who you select to get the feedback from. Remember, not everyone will have your best interest at heart. An error to give feedback can appear demeaning, demoralizing, and demotivating. Networking outside your work environment is great way to receive non-biased and non-judgemental feedback. It also broadens your perspective on things.

Actively seek feedback from trusted mentors, peers, or supervisors to gain insights into areas for improvement. Approach feedback with an open mind and a willingness to learn from constructive criticism. Use feedback as a tool for self-reflection and personal growth, rather than viewing it as a judgment of your abilities.

Self-reflection is very important. No one knows the story better than you because you were there, you experienced it. After every setback sit with yourself and ask what did I do right? What could I have done better? What resources or knowledge do I need to get a better result? Who do I need around me to achieve this? It gives you better insight when you want to launch back again.

Leadership requires the courage to show vulnerability. It's about having enough confidence to admit when you've made mistakes or faced failures. Stay away from the 'blame and shame' game. It's better to accept responsibility, discuss what went wrong and what you learned from the experience. This openness builds trust among team members, encouraging them to share their own vulnerabilities. Honesty and humility go hand-in-hand and are essential for effective leadership, fostering an environment of growth and collaboration.

In my experience, incorporating constructive feedback from colleagues into our personal reflection broadens our perspective. Accepting external viewpoints helps us identify areas for improvement that we might overlook on our own, promoting deeper professional and personal development

In my experience, honest self-reflection is key to learning from failure. Take time to analyze actions and decisions without harsh self-judgment. Identify what can be controlled and changed for next time. This reflection should be balanced; acknowledge strengths alongside areas for improvement. By doing so, you maintain a sense of self-efficacy, ensuring failure becomes a springboard rather than a roadblock.

If at first you don’t succeed… it’s something YOU did. Try again, but do it better. Insanity is often defined as doing the same thing over and over again, expecting a different result. We see this all to often when it comes to strategy - why is that?

To preserve confidence and resilience when faced with failure, practice self-compassion, reframe setbacks as learning opportunities, seek support from others, focus on strengths, set realistic goals, and maintain a positive mindset to bounce back stronger.

It's easy to win when everything goes the right way, but what about when things take a wrong turn? Are you able to quickly asses the situation and pivot? Confidence comes from understanding your strengths, capabilities and skills. Reflect on the times that you managed to turn things around. Celebrate your small wins. Don't be afraid to take credit for your work. Gaining back your confidence can sometimes be a matter of mindset over attitude.

Yes after embracing the setback, asking for feedback and reflection on your result. it's time for you to use the information gathered to re-strategise. Take the story of the famous Thomas Edison who created the light bulb after 1000 failed attempts. He said after each attempt he found out what not to do. So now you know what not to do. Re-strategies and try again. You are one step closer to success!

In my experience, adjusting strategies is crucial after encountering failure. Use insights from feedback and reflection to develop a concrete plan for moving forward. This may involve acquiring new skills, adjusting approaches, or setting different goals. Actively changing tactics demonstrates adaptability and resilience. Confidence comes from knowing you're capable of pivoting and evolving in the face of challenges.

Practice mindfulness to become more aware of your thoughts. Observe them without judgment and notice patterns or triggers that lead to negative thinking. When you notice negative thoughts, challenge them by questioning their validity. Replace them with more positive or realistic thoughts.

Positivity helps you visualize your success and make concrete efforts to steer towards it. People around you will feel/ sense your negativity. When they do, you've failed even before you've begun! Positivity can be cultivated through practicing mindfulness, doing things that you love, and talking to people who can motivate and uplift you. Avoid gossip and ill talk. Use positive words in your daily conversations with people around you. Positivity is infectious. So is your smile!

Maintaining a positive outlook is more than just a mindset—it's a powerful tool for resilience and success. In challenging times, it's our positivity that keeps us going, fuels our determination, and inspires those around us. Let's embrace positivity as a key ingredient for personal and professional growth, empowering ourselves and our teams to overcome any obstacle on the path to success. #PositiveOutlook #Resilience #SuccessMindset

In my experience, maintaining positivity is vital for resilience. Cultivate optimism, focusing on strengths and past successes. Use positive affirmations to reinforce self-belief and counteract negative self-talk. Surround yourself with positive influences—people who uplift and reinforce your vision. Positivity is infectious; it not only preserves your confidence but also inspires those around you.

It’s important to ensure your team understands that failures are actually normal and expected bumps in the road, which should be embraced as valuable opportunities to learn and improve. Once this viewpoint has been imparted and understood, you can negate or minimise panic, benefitting everyone involved. The key is for you and management to stay calm and demonstrate composure, which helps everyone feel more confident about getting through the rough patches together.

In my experience, building resilience is crucial for maintaining confidence and resilience. Like a muscle, resilience strengthens with practice. Regularly challenge yourself with new tasks and step out of your comfort zone. Celebrate small victories along the way to keep morale high. Over time, these practices build an inner fortitude that can withstand any failure, keeping your leadership journey on course despite inevitable ups and downs.

Develop resilience by consistently facing and overcoming challenges. Build mental and emotional endurance through practices such as mindfulness, meditation, or visualization. Remind yourself of your ability to persevere and thrive in the face of adversity, drawing strength from past experiences of resilience.

Resilience, gratitude, personal growth. These are all muscles we have to intentionally build and cultivate in our day to day. Start with something small and build over time. Maybe you write three things you are grateful for or three wins at the beginning or end of each day. Maybe you implement a coherence practice--one of my favorites, helping your body's heart, brain and nervous system get in sync and giving you greater resilience, performance and clarity. Maybe you make a point to get outside everyday. Whatever it is, we all have to start somewhere. Building emotional resilience and a positive mindset is a marathon, not a sprint.

Practice self-compassion during times of failure. Treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer to a friend facing similar challenges. Recognize that setbacks are part of the human experience, and it's okay to feel disappointed or frustrated. By embracing self-compassion, you alleviate unnecessary pressure and cultivate a supportive internal dialogue. This empowers you to bounce back with renewed confidence and resilience, fostering a healthier mindset for navigating future obstacles.

Progress, not perfection! Practice "Failure Reflection" and celebrate the smallest wins. Even in the aftermath of failure, it's important to create a ritual around reflecting on your failures and celebrating even the smallest victories. Acknowledge your efforts, no matter the outcome, and recognize the progress you've made. This positive reinforcement can help boost your confidence and resilience for future endeavors. And, by willingly putting yourself in challenging situations, you build the confidence to navigate failure with resilience, adaptability and cultivate a growth mindset.

All we need is a roof over our head, water, food and care from people close to us. Everything else is luxury and a bonus. When you reframe things in that way, you'll be able to take a lot more risk in your life - and overcome failures a lot quicker. (from a person who's been bankrupt, divorced, grew up in a hand to mouth financial situation, had a drug problem at some point... - and is still here living a very wholesome and happy life with a lot of luxuries, have a lovely daughter and the very best partner one can have ??)

Build resilience and grit by always remembering your "why". Why am I doing this? Why should I keep trying and keep going? Always have your why and desired result in mind and keep going!??

Practice gratitude. 'There's a billion people in the world that dream of having your problems'. That's worth remembering, right?

1. Acknowledge the failure as a learning opportunity, understanding that setbacks are a natural part of growth. 2. Reflect on what went wrong and identify areas for improvement, focusing on solutions rather than dwelling on the failure. 3. Maintain a positive attitude and believe in your abilities, remembering past successes and the resilience you've shown in overcoming challenges. 4. Seek support from friends, mentors, or a support group to gain perspective and encouragement, helping you bounce back stronger.