The guest at the table next to mine asked their server, “What do you think of the halibut special?” The server replied, “I’m not really sure. What did you have in mind when you came in?
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I take great pride in my confidence and conviction in matters that are important to me. I use confidence as a leadership trait all the time. And I admit when I’m wrong as often as is necessary to make those two traits worth a damn.
Oh, and one last detail:
The halibut looked pretty, but my first bite had three bones in it, and it tasted a bit too fishy in their preparation. I would’ve given the guest the wrong advice. But I’d have meant it, and she’d have bought it. And if she complained, I’d tell her that I was clearly wrong, and offer her another meal. That’s what happens.
Confidence. Conviction. Practice them.
