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Yes, according to research that cements it from a study by researchers at the University of Minnesota and Florida State University. 

Sure money can buy you lots of material things and stuff to please the body, but this research shows that the simple act of counting money can increase your confidence, make you feel fearless and give you feelings of internal strength.
 
But of course if you've spent a lot recently and you're reminded of it, it cam have the opposite effect.
 
I'm not as much driven by money as I am by the thrill of business. Money is a by-product of my game that will fuel the drive. But on this one, I'm currently agreeing that having money gives me the feelings it's describing.
 
CIick here to read the experiment they conducted to test this research.

So before you go for your next interview, get on stage to speak or get in front of an audience to perform, count a stack of money.
 
What are your thoughts?