Whether it is covering up the mother of all hangovers in the office, or breezing your way through a job interview that you neglected to prepare for, if you do it with confidence the chances are that you will prevail. There is no better school for this essential skill in modern life than the drill square. Every parade in the Guards is preceded by an arduous inspection where officers and far more frightening Sergeant Majors will inspect every detail of your uniform and general appearance. Fail in this test due to a speck of dust and the punishments can be as Victorian as the Guards' famous uniforms. From day one you learn that if you act with confidence you will thrive whatever the circumstances.