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Roman philosopher Cicero believed self-confidence was critical to one's success: "If you have no confidence in self, you are twice defeated in the race of life. With confidence, you have won even before you have started." This key to success was reiterated by sports legends Vince Lombardi, "Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence." In sports, business, politics, and life, the importance of self-confidence is repeated as one of the key components to success. Boston University School of Management Professors George Hollenbeck and Tim Hall define self-confidence as "our judgment as to whether or not we can do something." They highlight that judgment is the result of our thinking and is based on our perceptions.

How do hospitality managers build their self-confidence? The top source for self-confidence in hospitality: experience. Many felt "there is no substitute for experience." World-class salesman Dale Carnegie agreed in the value of gaining experience-Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy. By working in a job, becoming good at it, performing the functions well, and being successful, one can enhance one's self-confidence in that particular role.

-In this research assignment you need to explain what are the other sources hospitality managers can develop their self -confidence? And why are those the best ways to develop? Please provide examples.