Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence. It’s one of those simple truths that hits you harder the more you see it play out in real life. Honestly, the emotional state of a leader acts like a thermostat for the entire team’s performance.
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Meaning
Your internal state of belief, or doubt, doesn’t just stay with you. It spreads to everyone around you, setting the tone for what’s possible.
Explanation
Let me tell you, I’ve seen this so many times. A leader walks into a room full of doubt, but they carry this genuine, calm confidence. It’s not arrogance. It’s a quiet belief that *we can figure this out*. And you watch it happen—shoulders relax, ideas start flowing, the energy in the room literally shifts. It’s contagious. The reverse is just as true, and honestly, more destructive. One person’s visible anxiety, their second-guessing, it acts like a virus. It infects the team. It creates hesitation. It kills momentum before a project even starts. The real takeaway? You are either broadcasting confidence or you’re broadcasting a lack of it. There’s no neutral.
Quote Summary
| Context | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Original Language | English (3668) |
| Category | Personal Development (697) |
| Topics | attitude (43), confidence (100), influence (70) |
| Literary Style | concise (408), memorable (234) |
| Emotion / Mood | alert (8), inspiring (392) |
| Overall Quote Score | 87 (185) |
Origin & Factcheck
This specific phrasing comes from the 1993 book The Leader In You, published in the United States. While the book carries the Dale Carnegie & Associates banner, it was primarily penned by Stuart R. Levine and Michael A. Crom. It’s a classic case of a principle so powerful it feels like it’s always been around, which is why it’s often misattributed directly to Dale Carnegie himself.
Attribution Summary
| Context | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Author | Dale Carnegie (408) |
| Source Type | Book (4032) |
| Source/Book Name | The Leader In You (86) |
| Origin Timeperiod | Contemporary (1615) |
| Original Language | English (3668) |
| Authenticity | Verified (4032) |
Author Bio
Dale Carnegie(1888), an American writer received worldwide recognition for his influential books on relationship, leadership, and public speaking. His books and courses focus on human relations, and self confidence as the foundation for success. Among his timeless classics, the Dale Carnegie book list includes How to Win Friends and Influence People is the most influential which inspires millions even today for professional growth.
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Where is this quotation located?
| Quotation | Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence |
| Book Details | Publication Year/Date: 1993 (first edition) ISBN/Unique Identifier: 9781501181962 (Gallery Books 2017 reprint); also 9780671798093 (early Pocket Books hardcover) Last edition. Number of pages: Common reprints ~256 pages (varies by printing). |
| Where is it? | Chapter: Confidence and Leadership, Approximate page from 1993 edition |