Rule 19: Don t Lose Your Confidence for Very Long

Overview

SNAPSHOT

Have you ever felt burned out or otherwise lacking in confidence?

Yes: 40 percent

No: 60 percent

Invincible executives do not wring their hands, and they do not run out of steam. Janet Reno told me that, despite her health problems, she has never felt burned out or unable to do her job. In fact, less than half of the people with whom I have discussed the issue experienced what they would term "burnout." And those who do, regain their confidence quickly.