None of this can happen if we’re being humble. Humility is a trait we simply don’t have the luxury of entertaining. Too many people are counting on us. Strong caveat: confidence is not the same as cockiness. Confidence is about the work. It means I’ve done the math, crossed my t’s, dotted my i’s, and listened to feedback. Cockiness is about ego. It means I don’t think I have to do any of those things. Cockiness got us to the garbage fire we find ourselves in today.