AFLA Conference Archives-Keynote: Juan Bendaña

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Juan Bandaña, a confidence coach to top performers worldwide and author of "Confident by Choice," shares his journey from self-doubt to success and offers strategies to build unwavering confidence. Growing up facing criticism and low self-esteem, Juan battled anxiety, imposter syndrome, and setbacks including depression and addiction. His transformation began when he chose to believe in change, leading to publishing his book despite numerous rejections. Juan emphasizes that confidence stems from three factors: beliefs, experiences, and the people influencing us. He explains how our brains default to negativity and how our self-image limits our performance. To cultivate confidence, Juan outlines four key strategies: generating energy by anchoring excitement to future events; practicing courage by acting despite fear; prioritizing progress over perfection by embracing growth and authenticity; and reimagining what's possible by refusing to accept limits set by others. His story culminates with a powerful message about redefining personal narratives and showing up with boldness, even without all the answers. Confidence, he insists, is about doing things scared and continually choosing to "find out" what happens when we try. Juan’s approach inspires leaders and individuals to lead with energy, courage, progress, and a vision beyond perceived limits, fueling both personal and professional success.

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Location Marco Island, FL

Year 2025

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2025

Marco Island, FL

confidence coach

self-doubt

imposter syndrome

confidence strategies

personal growth

overcoming anxiety

authenticity

leadership development

resilience