19 Epic Traits of Confident Extroverts

By Ashley Paige

Updated on 3/3/2016 at 6:00 PM

POPSUGAR Photography | Matthew Barnes
POPSUGAR Photography | Matthew Barnes

You know that woman at work that you just want to be? She commands everyone's attention, has killer style, and always appears calm, happy and ready to get the job done. She's the coolest of the cool, because she's a confident goddess.

FYI, you can totally be her. She's not an exotic extraterrestrial designed for perfection. She's an actual human — she just worked hard to get to the happy place of her life. Disclaimer: you don't have to go out and buy a new wardrobe or purchase half of Sephora, either (although let's face it, that'd be awesome). If you work on these simple habits that are the trademark of the self-assured, you'll be the next confident badass in no time.

  1. Confident people don't care what other people think of them (no matter what!).
  2. They aren't afraid to be alone.
  3. They work out (exercise boosts your mood, gives you energy, and helps your brain function).
  4. They love the skin they're in.
  5. They try new things regularly.
  6. They put all their effort into their work, and it pays off. Big time.
  7. They're humble — they understand they don't know everything, and are willing to learn from those around them.
  8. They're open-minded.
  9. They're optimistic about everything.
  10. They do what they love. (And if they don't love it? They do something else.)
  11. They don't report to anyone but themselves.
  12. They meet new people.
  13. They aren't afraid to go after the next big promotion.
  14. They pay attention to their health.
  15. . . . But once in a while, they indulge. (No shame in a little chocolate and white wine!)
  16. They don't maintain toxic relationships.
  17. They refuse to let the little things stress them out.
  18. They draw inspiration from awesome people.
  19. They love the world they're in.