Confidence Boosters That Actually Work When Showing Up on Instagram Stories
- Claire Hill
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
You want to show up on your Instagram Stories, but your brain starts whispering, “What will they think?”
Suddenly, you are worrying about your old school friend 'Mandy' judging you, overthinking what to say, and wondering if your followers will even care.
Sound familiar?
Doubt, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism stop so many brilliant business owners from being visible.
So, here are three powerful confidence boosters that will help you show up on your Instagram stories with more clarity, ease and energy; no filter or second-guessing required.
Three Confidence Boosters for Instagram Stories
1. Look Straight Into the Camera
This one sounds so simple but it is huge. Stop watching yourself and start connecting.
When you speak directly into the camera, it creates the feeling that you are speaking directly to your dream buyer. That eye contact builds trust. It makes your audience feel seen and safe. And it stops you spiralling about your face, your hair, your whatever.
You are not the focus. They are. And that shift alone is one of the biggest confidence boosters I can give you.
2. Get Straight to the Point
Please do not start with “Sorry I’ve not been on here in a while...”
Start with the gold. If you were at a networking event last night, say “I was speaking at an event about money mindset and I’ve got to share this one thing...”
That instantly grabs attention. It pulls people in. It respects their time.
We want to hear from you, not hear you apologising. Just speak as if you are already in conversation with someone who wants to hear what you have to say, because they do.
“Confidence grows when you stop perfecting and start connecting. Show up, just as you are.”
3. Stop Re-Recording or Rewatching
This is a big one. Once you have said what you wanted to say, post it.
Do not re-record. Do not rewatch it and spiral into over-analysis.
Remember, stories disappear in 24 hours and no one is watching you like you watch yourself. One of the best confidence boosters is building the muscle of showing up without perfecting everything. Progress beats perfection every time.
Final Thoughts
Confidence is not something you wait to feel, it is something you build through consistent, imperfect action.
The next time you hesitate to post a story, use these confidence boosters to get out of your head and into connection.
Your dream buyer is not judging you. They are waiting for you to show up.
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