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Adam Cuppy There’s a thread amongst all skilled practitioners: specific habits, routines, and processes that wrap uncertainty and create confidence. Oscar-winning actors rehearse, pro-drivers do laps, chefs prep. This talk will help you recognize and design habits and routines that embed confidence in the body." Adam is _not_ a Fortune 500 CEO, award-winning book author, or Nobel Prize recipient. But, he’s an actor turned software engineer who co-founded [ZEAL](https://codingzeal.com), a people-centric process-focused consulting company located around the United States. #ruby #rubyconf #rubyconfau #programming
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In the talk titled "Mechanically Confident," presented by Adam Cuppy at RubyConf AU 2019, the central theme revolves around the concept of building confidence through consistent habits and processes. Cuppy, drawing on his unique background as both an actor and a software engineer, emphasizes that mechanical confidence is not merely a product of self-belief but rather the result of ingrained routines and practices that lead to mastery. **Key Points Discussed:** - **Definition of Mechanical Confidence:** Cuppy explains that mechanical confidence is developed through specific habits and routines that enable individuals to perform tasks with assurance, instead of relying solely on self-belief. - **Personal Anecdotes:** He shares his experiences from acting, highlighting that rehearsals are essential in memorizing lines and overcoming stage fright, indicating that preparation plays a vital role in performance confidence. - **Role of Experience in Confidence:** Cuppy engages the audience by asking how many have coded for various lengths of time, illustrating that confidence often grows with experience and practice rather than innate belief. - **The Example of Eugene Pauly:** Cuppy tells the story of Eugene Pauly, a man with severe short-term memory loss who was still able to perform familiar routines. This case illustrates the importance of habits in retaining knowledge and functioning effectively, even in the absence of cognitive recall. - **Creating Effective Routines:** He provides actionable steps for building confidence through routines: 1) Establish straightforward routines that lead to success, 2) Use triggers and rewards to reinforce these habits, 3) Follow through and celebrate milestones, and 4) Continuously refine processes for better results. - **Significance of Context:** Cuppy stresses the importance of understanding the context when applying knowledge, as this helps in amplifying and making sense of experiences. - **Commitment in Routines:** He concludes that commitment is essential in leveraging these routines, whether working individually or as a team, to enhance efficacy and adaptability in various situations. In conclusion, the talk underscores that confidence is a product of systematic habits and processes rather than mere belief, and that cultivating a supportive routine can lead to improved performance in both personal and professional contexts.
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