Best Doug Leonard Podcasts (2025)

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How to Share Your Story with Confidence with Ehmandah Ramsey, Speaker, Well-being Guide, and Podcast Host 46:56

8M ago46:56

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What’s your story? Believe it or not, we all have a story to share. Each of us has had a truly unique experience thus far and you never know who you may help when you share your story. The thing is, some of us may feel like we don’t have a story to share or if we do, we’re scared to share it. I hope after you listen to this episode today, you feel …

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How to Heal from Trauma with Rae Leonard, Author, Intuitive Guide & Coach 54:56

9M ago54:56

54:56

Trauma is universal. It’s something that we’ve all experienced to some degree if we’ve lived on this earth long enough. Over the last few years, people have become more comfortable with sharing their trauma, which is a good thing, I think. But just like a lot of things, it can become watered down and not hold as much weight as it used to. If you’re…

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How to Navigate Burnout with Tania Vasallo, Speaker, Coach, Podcast Host & Retreat Facilitator 56:20

9M ago56:20

56:20

Are you feeling burned out? Or have you ever experienced burnout? I get it. I’ve been there too. Burnout is common these days, and there’s no real handbook to help us recognize it or get through it. My guest, Tania Vasallo has dealt with her share of burnout and is here to help us recognize the signs, ways that we can identify that it’s happening, …

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How to Get Unstuck: Distortion Patterns & Why They Keep You Stuck with Karen Cheong, Speaker, Writer & Founder of Spherical Luminosity 57:18

10M ago57:18

57:18

Feeling stuck? It could be a distortion pattern. Don’t know what a distortion pattern is? I didn’t either until I chatted with my guest, Karen Cheong. She explains distortion patterns so beautifully and why they make us feel stuck. Karen Cheong, the visionary force behind Spherical Luminosity, is an internationally recognized transformational speak…

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How to Network with Confidence with Michael Thompson, Career Coach, Communications Strategist, Leadership Lecturer, & Author 1:07:50

10M ago1:07:50

1:07:50

Does networking make you nervous? Do you wish you had more confidence when it came to networking? Are you wondering how you can grow the relationships you’ve made through networking? Then you don’t want to miss my interview with Michael Thompson. Michael grew up painfully shy with a debilitating stutter. Despite still being shy, and at times, still…

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Confidence in Your 30s with Melissa Vega-Magbitang, Podcast Host & Brand and Social Media Strategist 58:56

10M ago58:56

58:56

Turning 30 is something that a lot of us dread. It’s as if the age that we thought was so “old” when we were young has finally crept up on us and there’s nothing that you can do about it. A lot of us are scared to turn 30 because we loved our 20s so much. In our 20s we had the freedom to figure it out but once you turn 30, you feel like you should …

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How to Master Your Energy with Rebecca Ahmed, Award-winning Speaker, Business Consultant, and an Energy Leadership Index™ Master Practitioner & Author 53:06

11M ago53:06

53:06

Do you feel like you’re always running on empty? Like you’re stuck in a negative energy cycle that no matter what you do, you just can’t seem to get out of? In this episode, we’re delving into the complex world of personal energy and its profound impact on our lives with my guest, Rebecca Ahmed. Rebecca is an award-winning speaker, business consult…

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Redefining Success & Failure & the Power of Hard Conversations with Doug Wallace, Jr., President & Founder of the Hopeful Elephant Organization 40:09

11M ago40:09

40:09

When I have guests on my podcast, I always like to have a topic, but sometimes there’s beauty in having a conversation with a guest about one thing and it surprisingly leads to something we didn’t even plan for. What started as an interview about redefining failure and success turned into a really beautiful story of how a former professional poker …

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The Mental Load 20:28

12M ago20:28

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In this episode, I am sharing my raw and honest journey as a new mom struggling to navigate the mental load of motherhood. From juggling the demands of working from home and taking care of my child full time to hosting this very podcast, I'm opening up about the overwhelming challenges I face daily. I'm getting candid about the emotional and mental…

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Walking and Talking 12:33

12M ago12:33

12:33

Doug checks in from Arlington, VA.By Doug Benson

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Hundreds of Beavers 13:17

12M ago13:17

13:17

It’s been 4 years since the last Mini, but in this new ep, Doug gets confused and thinks it’s been 8 years!By Doug Benson

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How to Connect With Your Innermost Self with Kate King, Counselor, Radiant Life Coach, Art Therapist, Artist, & Author 47:57

1y ago47:57

47:57

Most of my life, I was the Katie that everyone expected me to be, it wasn’t until I was an adult that it all started to seem inauthentic. Once I discovered who I truly was, that's when everything changed for me. Maybe you’ve had a similar experience or are on your journey of finding who you truly are and that’s why you’ve decided to listen to this …

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The Power of Self-Reflection with Dr. Jackie Heller, Psychoanalyst, Physician, & Author 51:10

1y ago51:10

51:10

One thing I love about doing this podcast is that I get to have conversations with people who are much smarter than me and this interview is no exception. I loved getting the opportunity to talk to Dr. Jackie Heller, MD, a psychoanalyst, who is board-certified in psychiatry and neurology. She recently published a book, now an Amazon Bestseller: Yes…

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My Birth Story 26:48

1y ago26:48

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I'm sharing my birth story! At 6 months postpartum, it was very therapeutic for me to reflect on everything that occurred when I brought my daughter into this world. While it was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do physically, mentally, and emotionally, it was the most intense and remarkable experience. Words don't do it justice. Whethe…

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How to be a Confident Introvert at Work with Julianna Yau Yorgan, Career Coach for Introverts 47:23

1y ago47:23

47:23

Being an introvert in the workplace or leadership position can be intimidating, right? In this empowering episode, I am joined by the lovely Julianna Yau Yorgan, a professional coach for introverts. During our conversation, we explore the unique strengths and perspectives of introverted individuals. Julianna even debunks some common misconceptions …

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How to Have A Confident Pregnancy: 5 Lessons I Learned While I Was Pregnant 19:33

1y ago19:33

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In this deeply personal episode, I reflect on my pregnancy journey, detailing the emotional ups and downs, the physical challenges, and the profound lessons I learned along the way. From the initial shock of discovering I was pregnant to navigating the complexities of pregnancy and ultimately welcoming my daughter into the world, I am sharing my ra…

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NEVER HEARD BEFORE: John Lennon's "The Lost Weekend" (The stories only May Pang would know) 46:31

1+ y ago46:31

46:31

Doug and Ben Chat with John Lennon's ex lover and girlfriend, May Pang about her new documentary "The Lost Weekend - A Love Story" and get clarification on many John stories that were folklore up til this point. "The Lost Weekend - A Love Story" is available through streaming platforms October 13th.By Doug Kolk & Ben Don Sherwood

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Self-Worth & Leadership with Tiffany Houser, Executive Coach & Founder of EVOLVE 1:00:23

1+ y ago1:00:23

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Let’s talk about self-worth, shall we? When it comes to confidence, I feel like self-worth is something that is often overlooked, but it’s vital to our confidence. When we’re born we have so much self-worth. But as we start to grow up, that’s when our self-worth begins to get holes poked in it. There are people and experiences that we all encounter…

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How to Set Boundaries with People You Love with Marina J., Coach, Author, & Podcast Host 50:00

1+ y ago50:00

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Do you find it hard to set boundaries? Girl, me too. I think most people struggle with identifying when a boundary needs to be set AND actually setting that boundary. I’ve learned the hard way why setting boundaries is so important and I am sure many of you have to. We don’t see many great examples of healthy boundary setting and why we all get int…

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How to Deal with Denial with Dr. Jane Greer, Therapist, Author & Radio Host 40:50

2y ago40:50

40:50

Denial. It’s not something that anyone wants to talk about, right? But we all have experience with it. That’s why I’m so excited to introduce you to Dr. Jane Greer. Dr. Jane Greer is a Marriage and Family Therapist, Psychotherapist, author, radio host, and creator of “SHRINK WRAP,” the popular commentary on what we can learn from the trials and tri…

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How to Call in Your Soulmate & Harness Energy in Your Home Through Feng Shui with Patricia Lohan, Feng Shui Expert, Speaker, & Author 58:31

2y ago58:31

58:31

Have you been searching for love for a long time? Or does your life feel out of balance? Do things just feel off, or do you feel like something is missing? Well, my friend, this episode is for you! I am delighted to introduce you to Feng Shui expert, Patricia Lohan. Not only is she an expert in the art of ancient energy work, but she’s also a manif…

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Speaking With Confidence: How to Break Unconscious Speaking Habits That Undercut Your Credibility with Marianna Swallow, Speaker, Public Speaking Coach & Instructor 55:39

2y ago55:39

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Do you wish you were more confident when it comes to speaking? Whether we’re in front of a group or a single person, a lot of us struggle with feeling confident when we speak. And there might actually be things that we’re doing or saying if we speak that immediately undercut our credibility. Maybe your voice shakes, or you sway a lot. Or if you’re …

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How to REALLY Get What You Want with Cindy Watson, Author, Speaker, & Empowerment Coach 59:40

2y ago59:40

59:40

When was the last time you got what you wanted? Having a hard time thinking about it? Me too! As women, we’ve been conditioned to settle for less and not even take what’s given to us. But guess what- you CAN get what you want and you WILL get what you want after you finish listening to this episode. I loved the conversation that I had with my guest…

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How to Find Your Happiness & Utilize Your Strengths with Diane Pienta, Creativity Mentor, Healer, Forest Therapy Guide & Author 1:01:59

2y ago1:01:59

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When I think of someone confident, the word happy also comes to my mind. It seems that those who are the most confident in themselves are the most secure and seem the most happy by definition. I think that throughout our confidence journeys, we’re trying to find the things that will make us happy, the things that make us feel most alive and secure …

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Confidence Through Consistency with Valerie LaVigne, Holistic Health Coach & Host of The Women's Empowerment Podcast 57:18

2y ago57:18

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Are you frustrated with yourself? Do you find yourself complaining or are you constantly stuck in a rut? In this episode, we talk about one of my favorite topics and that’s Confidence Through Consistency. Consistency is super important to me, but it’s something that I often struggle with and I think that many of you may struggle with too to some de…

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Are You the Reason Your Business Isn't Growing? with Lauren Goldstein, Founder & CEO of Golden Key Partnership & Host of The Biz Doctor Podcast 59:56

2y ago59:56

59:56

Are you blocking your business’ growth and success? Many CEOs are the bottleneck of their business – in this episode, we talk all about how to get yourself out of the way so that you can scale more quickly and sustainably (without burnout) in your business and in life! Lauren Goldstein is the founder and CEO of the award-winning and globally recogn…

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How to Navigate Being a Mother and a Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur with Samantha Tradelius, Mother, Wife, Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, & Speaker 55:59

2y ago55:59

55:59

Whether or not being a mom is something that's in your future, trying to juggle a life and a career is something that a lot of women worry about. There's a lot of shame and guilt that women feel when it comes to navigating motherhood and having a successful career. That's why I am so excited to bring you this interview with Samantha Tradelius. A bo…

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Embracing New Seasons 22:44

2y ago22:44

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In life, we'll always go through different seasons, eras (hey swifties), chapters, whatever you want to call them and it's all about how we choose to navigate them. If you're looking for some encouragement for the season you're in right now, look no further. This episode is for you. Plus, I've been keeping a little secret and you'll have to listen …

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How to Detach From the Outcome and Release Disappointment When Things Don’t Go Your Way with Jenna Brocious, Speaker & Creator of Positive Intention Prayer Cards 52:38

2y ago52:38

52:38

Do you build things up so much in your mind only to be disappointed by the outcome? You're not alone. My guest, Jenna Brocious, and I talk about how it all comes down to our need to control things, and when we release that control that's where true freedom begins! Jenna Brocious is a speaker and creator of positive intention prayer cards. Her missi…

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Confidence in Your Career with Vicky Oliver, Career Development Expert & Author 56:11

2y ago56:11

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Most of us have to work to afford the life that we want, but many of us are in jobs that we don't enjoy or have caused us to feel burnt out. Are you ready to find a job or career that you love? It's possible! My guest in this episode is Leading Career Development Expert and Multi-Best-Selling Author, Vicky Oliver. She's the author of many best-sell…

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Will You Ever Be Happy? 31:52

2y ago31:52

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At the end of the day all we truly want is to be happy, right? But what does happiness really mean to us? And why is it not something that we feel like we can have? Why does being happy seem so unattainable? In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about: What is holding us back from being happy Why making changes is necessary …

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How to Advocate for Yourself with Christen Yuan, Master Life Coach and Podcast Host 1:08:00

2y ago1:08:00

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Do you find it hard to stand up for yourself? This episode is for YOU! Christen Yuan is a Master Life Coach certified by the Elementum Coaching Institute. She is the Host of the Modern Day Asians Podcast where she talks about the challenges she faces as an Asian American and offers coaching on how to start overcoming those struggles. Her passion is…

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Master Your Mindset 25:26

2y ago25:26

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When it comes to confidence, mastering your mindset is one of the hardest and most important things you can do. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about: The importance of making mindset shifts How to make mindset shifts Examples of ways you can shift your mindset Different scenarios that can affect your mindset Tips for …

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Considering a Divorce? Listen to This. with Nanci Smith, Esq., Collaborative Divorce Attorney and Author 59:39

2y ago59:39

59:39

Divorce. Is not a word we love to hear. Right?! If you want a divorce. You’re not the only one. In the United States, between 35%-50% of first-time marriages end in divorce. Many women have and will face a divorce, which is why when given the opportunity to have my guest, Nanci Smith, Esq on my podcast, I jumped at the chance. Nanci Smith is an att…

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Be Kind to Yourself 9:37

2+ y ago9:37

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Because we all need a reminder to be kind to ourselves. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about: Why being kind to yourself is important Why you're not alone in this Giving yourself grace Surrounding yourself with kind people What you're going through right now is temporary Stay Connected: Katie’s IG: @katieehawkes Podca…

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Negotiating with Confidence with Beth Fisher-Yoshida, PH.D., CCS, Educator, Consultant, & Author 51:44

2+ y ago51:44

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The word negotiation feels big and scary, doesn’t it? I’m always like– I’d rather not. The thing is, negotiations can make us feel uncomfortable or make us feel like we should already be on the defense. I think a lot of us go ahead and tell ourselves we’re going to lose anyway so we don’t even try. Negotiating is most common regarding jobs, salarie…

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How to Make Friends and Keep Them 32:52

2+ y ago32:52

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Making friends is hard. Keeping friends is even harder. Especially as an adult. Everyone has their own lives and schedules, and it gets so discouraging at times. When you do try and make time to see a friend or plan something it could be weeks before your schedules actually line up. Friends are such an important part of our lives, but I am starting…

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Becoming Authentically You with Nora Shepard, Co-founder & Head of Biz Development at SimplyBe. 1:03:33

2+ y ago1:03:33

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When we’re young, we’re taught that it’s not okay to have an ego. That ego is a negative thing. Right? But the truth is, we all have an ego. No matter how much we don’t want to admit it, we're born with an ego and it never goes away. I love how Oprah describes the ego on her Super Soul Sunday podcast she says that ego is …a person's sense of self-e…

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Do You Feel Like You Have To Be Productive All of the Time? 11:45

2+ y ago11:45

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If you feel like you have to be productive all of the time, you're not alone. There's actually a term for it and it is called Internalized Capitalism. Productivity is valued and leisure is not. Why? Because we tie our self-worth to how productive we are. You can break free of this mindset. This is something that so many of us struggle with and it s…

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Being Brave & Creating Community with Juliet Rath 51:07

2+ y ago51:07

51:07

What do you think of when you hear the word "brave"? I think of people who have, despite their fear, conquered something. It’s also a word that my guest in this episode has chosen to be her word of the year for 2023 and what inspired her to reach out to me to be on this podcast and start her YouTube channel. Juliet Rath is a newlywed and young prof…

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What's Holding You Back? 19:00

2+ y ago19:00

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What is holding you back from pursuing your dreams and desires? If you have an idea or there’s something that you have always wanted to do- what’s stopping you? Episode mentioned: How Living in Pleasure & Joy will Lead to Financial and Emotional Abundance with Jen Szpigiel Follow my mother-in-law's art journey: @cindyhawkesart In this episode of th…

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How to Feel Beautiful with Arndreya Price, Founder of LNO Greek 44:47

2+ y ago44:47

44:47

Beauty and confidence - they have a lot to do with each other. Think about someone you think is super confident. Do they believe they’re beautiful? You bet they do! When you’re your most confident self, believing you are beautiful comes to you a lot easier. It doesn’t mean that you won’t have your moments where you pick yourself apart, but confiden…

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4 Ways to Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet 12:56

2+ y ago12:56

12:56

A new year is always a good time to start fresh. For many, it’s a clean slate, a good jumping-off point. Some people come up with resolutions, or if you’re like me, you set goals, or finally make the leap and start something you’ve been putting off because a new year always gives us a renewed perspective on things. For the first time in a few years…

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Burnout 27:45

2+ y ago27:45

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Let's talk about burnout, shall we? If we’re constantly burnt out, that will affect our confidence. We’ve got to work and learn to start setting ourselves up for less burnout and more beaming. Because when we’re burnout-free we can truly start to lean in and be out most confident selves. It’s not going to happen overnight. It’s going to take a lot …

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Evict Your Inner Mean Girl & Step Into the Body You Love with Lizzy Cangro, Founder of Nutrition by Lizzy & Author 59:03

2+ y ago59:03

59:03

When was the last time you had a negative thought about your body? How often does your inner mean girl make you feel like the worst person in the world? Was it a couple of seconds ago? Me too. I hope you’re ready. We’re doing it. We’re going where many refuse to go. We’re talking about our bodies. This topic is something that so many of us avoid be…

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Why Human Design is the Biggest Permission Slip to Being the Fullest Expression of You with Allie Tymo 51:46

2+ y ago51:46

51:46

Have you heard of Human Design? If not, I’m sure you’ll want to know more about it after listening to this episode. Human Design is essentially a holistic self-knowledge system. The Human Design practice combines astrology and a few ancient texts and philosophies that center around the division of personalities into five energy types that indicate …

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How to Brag About Yourself with Dr. Winifred Bragg, Founder of The Bragg Factor® 58:52

3y ago58:52

58:52

When was the last time you bragged on yourself? It’s hard, right? The word "brag" gets a bad rap. We’re taught from a very young age that bragging about ourselves is a negative thing. But the truth is, there’s a right way to brag on yourself. When it’s done right it can help you get a better job and even better pay. You have a lot to be proud of, r…

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Using Your Fear to Build Confidence with Ally Evans 1:16:24

3y ago1:16:24

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Have you let fear hold you back in different areas of your life? Fear of failure? Fear of the unknown? Fear of change? Fear of how people will perceive you? I know I have! That’s why I asked my friend Ally to come on the podcast to share her story and talk about her relationship with fear. Ally has used her fear as a way to help build her confidenc…

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