The case of Putin is so far outside anything I've experienced that I don't feel like it would have much meaning for me to agree or disagree with you. As for co

The case of Putin is so far outside anything I've experienced that I don't feel like it would have much meaning for me to agree or disagree with you. As for confidence striking a bit of fear in others, I've seen that most often with people who find themselves in a position where they are supposed to be a leader, but don't know how to lead. If someone is attempting to use bullying to control their reports, having confident reports can shine a light on the problem and be scary for the incompetent leader. edit to add: I think confidence is only scary to someone who is attempting to abuse/control.