“Know thyself! From this Socratic precept engraved on the pediment of the temple at Delphi, we learn that self-knowledge is the basis of wisdom.
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The soft skills dictionary
The definition of key words related to coaching, personality tests, psychometrics or skills development.
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Self-efficacy
Self-efficacy refers to your beliefs about your ability to carry out the tasks needed to achieve your goals. With self-efficacy, you feel you have the ability and determination to overcome obstacles and take control of your situation. For example, if you need to give a high-stakes presentation and you believe you are capable of preparing and delivering it even though it may be difficult or stressful, you probably have high self-efficacy about this task.