A common quality our UK-based modelling agency, Models Direct, and clients look out for in our models is confidence. It’s one of the keys to success in the modelling industry, but what if you don’t feel confident enough to be in the spotlight? Can you still build a successful career? We’ll answer these questions for you in this reading.
Confidence can develop and grow. It needs time and dedication as it’s not a consistent feeling and can be a bit like a wave. You can have moments of high tides and moments of low tides, or a mixture of both! It’s quite natural to feel more confident or less at different times and at different stages of life.
Feeling confident can be quite liberating and powerful, especially when you believe in yourself by freeing yourself from self-doubt and negative thoughts.
However, self-confidence needs a lot of attention and TLC. Standing in front of the camera, being around new people, following instructions and receiving feedback as a model can all make a person feel a bit anxious. It’s very normal to feel the pressure under the spotlight where all eyes are on you, but how can you feel confident in yourself and have UK modelling success?
Let’s take a look here:
Positive affirmations
Drive yourself forward with positive words to boost your self-confidence. Repeating them regularly will make you feel good and is a great way of reinforcing self-belief. It’s not an overnight cure, but certainly with time and commitment, saying good things to yourself will help generate more positive vibes, so when it’s time to face the camera, you’re ready!
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Dedicated me-time
It’s important to set aside time for yourself. Let’s face it, there’s no time to do anything these days, let alone treat yourself, but it’s necessary. Whether this is chilling out, watching a movie or going out with friends, it’s time for you to reconnect with yourself and unleash your self-confidence.
Speak to people you trust
Confidence is a delicate subject – speaking to others can help you open up and express your concerns, worries and thought process. Maybe you’ll get others talking about it too, offering you handy tips and advice. Sharing how you feel can help!
Try these tips out and see how you get on!
Our models’ journey
Not all of our models have felt confident before a modelling assignment, and that’s completely understandable. Let’s take a look at how some of them have felt prior to their booking and how it turned out:
Sophia (9358) was booked for a photoshoot and expressed that she felt the nerves but overcame them very quickly:
“I had my very first shoot today, and it was amazing! The team were so welcoming and gave really clear instructions and made sure I was comfortable. It was a fun shoot, and I enjoyed the chats we all had on set. I was nervous going into it because it was my first time, but they eased my nerves very quickly. Thank you also to the MD team (especially Charlie) who made sure I had all the information I needed and gave great advice!”
Bela (RTPX-8878) was booked with the UK’s most reliable broadband provider, EE. She, too, felt nervous but turned it around and felt refreshed and satisfied with how it went. She shared this:
“This was our very first assignment, and I must say, we were nervous. At first, the whole team were so warm, friendly, welcoming and made us feel at ease immediately. They were very polite and generous with drinks and refreshments. Very happy with the whole set-up. Instructions given beforehand by our talent agent were so clear and precise. Thanks to everyone involved in the assignment today.”
We hope you enjoyed reading this. Let the confidence shine so you can enjoy modelling jobs with Models Direct!
