3 Ways To Get Your Swagger In Check

Urban Dictionary defines swagger as how one presents himself to the world. Swagger is shown from how a person handles a certain situation. It can also be shown in the person's style of walk, talk, and dress. Swagger is to conduct yourself in a way that automatically gains respect. With that being said, there are several specific ways you can get your swagger in check. I have compiled this list of 5 things you can do right now to make your presence known.

1.Play the Part
Once you make up your mind to enter the music arena, you should begin thinking about how you want to be perceived by fans and colleagues. What image are you wanting to portray? Now, I'm not telling you to be something you're not because a phony can be spotted from a mile away. Be true to yourself and reflect your confidence you already have in your own music. People can sense fear, so if you know you have something worth listening to, then act like it. Once the strong stench of fear hits the air, you lose credibility which is something you can't afford to lose. No one can tell you to be proud of yourself and if you're not proud of yourself, then you might want to switch careers.

2. Stay Cool
Have you ever heard of a star-struck star? Doubt it. When in the presence of a stressful situation, a profitable opportunity, or even your favorite celeb, just stay cool about it. In the back of your mind, you need to remember that this is just a person or this is just an isolated incident. Celebs like to know they're adored, but it can get embarrassing if you drool too much. Also, know that it can't rain all the time. If you're in a bad situation, be easy and just ride the wave out. People will respect you for being strong under pressure plus you'll feel better about yourself too.

3. Exude Confidence
Confidence is hard to come by when you're starting out. You don't know how people feel about your music yet and you're nervous about hearing the news of how your "unique sound" reminds critics of fingernails scratching on a chalkboard. Contrary to popular belief, it's not okay to feel this way, especially if you're in this game to make money. In order to get that first demo heard, that first look at your Myspace page, or a click on your music clips, you must portray confidence in yourself and in your music. Without it, you will not get the time of day from busy label execs. You have to realize that your music is not for everyone on the planet. It's up to you to know when to dismiss insults and accept constructive criticism. You might want to lean on the side of dismissals because you're going to have to do a lot of that.

Need extra help getting your swagger in check? Visit these links for more on the topic.

• Confidence Secrets - 7 Powerful Confidence Tips
• Success Inspired - How To Improve Self Confidence In 15 Minutes
• Suite 101.com - Building Self-Confidence

Do you think (know) you have a strong swag? What do you do to keep your swagger in check?