Collecting Confidence

After years of neglecting her health, Dr. Maria Cristina began working out at age 69, and has been competing as a competitive body builder for the past six years. As a trainer and wellness coach, this former CEO shares her drive for success and her continued push for confidence.

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Intermittent fasting expert, Laurie Lewis, explains why our bodies need timed to fast and heal, which will lead to more energy and confidence.

Former Minnesota Pollution Control Commissioner and current teacher at the University of Minnesota, John Linc Stine often finds himself in a new position, pressing into the uncertainty of a new challenge, but bolstered by the confidence and experience that got him there.

When Michelle Andrews is called upon to perfom stunts for a movie or a live show, she draws on her lifelong passion of gymanstics and the skills she has acquired along the way. Her confidence has been collected, and she uses that confidence to learn more skills and succeed.

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Author, coach, and speaker, Michael Thomas Sunnarborg, discusses the power of choice, the importance of paying attention to what you are paying attention to... and gives you three steps to greater confidence.

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Renae Mottaz has accomplished a lot on her way to being a wife, mother, and more.  Her current role as a client service associate is yet another part of her journey, gaing experience and confidence along the way. Her inspiring story reminds us to press forward and push pass the fear that holds us back.

Even with certified coach and school teacher on her resume, Robin Pointer still worried about whether she was "good enough" as a parent and a person. In this episode Robin discusses her struggles with self-doubt and adapting to change -- and the tips she used to get the support and confidence she needed to succeed and have a happy life.

Amy Spicka, owner of LitforL1fe and co-founder of the New Podcasters Association, describes how yoga and breathing exercises can help us slow down and focus on the things we need to address in order to gain the confidence we seek. 

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Seasoned singer and beloved music educator, Ellen Meier, reveals the tricks and tips she used to gain her own confidence, and how she encourages and bolsters her music students, helping them collect confidence and perform at their best.

Former Olympic Athletic Therapist & Strength and Conditioning Coach, Danya Douglas Hunt, explains the inner dialogue that is holding many back, and gives us some tips on how to defeat those invisible dragons (self-sabotage, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, etc.). Danya's helpful and researched approaches are designed to give you the courage and conviction you need to conquer those challenges.

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Fashion Stylist, KC Sullivan, talks about her journey throughout the fashion industry and the confidence she gained through making the most of her wardrobe. As a confidence coach (Curating Confidence) KC has been helping people find self-worth, style and confidence in the clothes they choose to wear.

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Former "Twin Cities Live" television host, John Hanson, describes how his confidence goes up when his concern about the outcome goes down. He shares his confidence journey through his career and describes the benefits of having supporters in his corner, no matter what he is trying to do.

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World-renowned QVC host, Michele Lau, shares her journey to become a successful diamond and color gemstone expert. Her work ethic and preparation before each show gives her the confidence to speak to millions of people without the help of a script! Michele, the host of the You Are Solid Gold podcast, also discusses her experience as a member of the college dance line and cheerleading squads at the University of Minnesota.

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Paul Roseberry is The Dating Coach and he shares his insights and tips on confidence in dating, as well as his confidence during his journey as a comedian.

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Listen as Julia Gennaro, account coordinator, explains her journey through college and the confidence she gained - and needed - as she tried to get a job in the middle of a global pandemic

Sara Strand is a project manager who overcame her introversion to serve as the executive director of the Frozen Film Festival for several years. She talks about her struggles with confidence and the strategies she used to succeed.

Self-compassion champion, Laura Maloney, discusses the somewhat rocky relationship we have with ourselves and the power of journaling.

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Jennifer Victor-Larsen, CEO of Donate Good Stuff, shares the challenges and changes she faced when leaving her career to become the CEO of her own successful nonprofit organization.

Join Amy Ballantyne, Life & Wellness Coach, Author and Illustrator, as we discuss the power of posture and the importance it has on the first impressions you make on others and how coaching can help you collect confidence.

Find out how you can empower others and boost your own confidence through teaching, leading and mentoring other people. We talk with Ella, teen podcast host of Ella_ish111 as she shares her struggles and triumphs on her journey with confidence.

Danielle Craig is the Emmy-award winning journalist behind the HAPPINESS IN PROGRESS podcast. She explains her early struggles to find her voice and the stifling power of seeking peer acceptance before she eventually was granted permission to be herself, which changed her whole world.

Beth Davenport is an accomplished meeting planner who works for HelmsBriscoe and has seen many doors open and opportunities unfold. She encourages you to get out of your comfort zone and try new things. Beth shares her experience and some of the interesting and unpredictable stops along the way, from working as a fork truck operator for Green Giant to winning national championships as a cheerleading coach at the University of Minnesota.  

Coach, trainer, and keynote speaker, Joan Bowling, talks about the confidence gained through her 30 years of speaking, teaching, training coaching and television hosting,

Award-winning communications professional, Susan Bordson, shares her secrets to better communication and self-compassion and how they lead to greater confidence.

This is part 2 of our episode with entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and well-established "boundary pusher," Jolene Jang. We discuss the momentum that your former successes can give you as you push forward into new areas and skills.

We take a hard look at the unheralded violence in America and discuss STOP ASIAN HATE CRIMES with Jolene Jang.

 Pam Axberg, CEO of the Union Gospel Mission, shares some of the leadership tips and tactics she has honed during her career. 

Professor Emeritus at the University of St. Thomas, Dr. Kevin Sauter, discusses the nervousness most people feel when speaking, and offers tips for ways to practice and prepare for those moments that test our confidence. 

Listen to Meredith Hackwith Edwards, model, actor and host of the "Meredith for Real: the Curious Introvert" podcast as she describes her desire to try new things her belief that others do not judge you as much as you judge yourself.

Listen to author, assistant principal and master of efficiency and organization, Ruzanna Hernandez, explain the importance of goals, the power of prioritizing and the confidence gained by efficiently completing the tasks at hand. She offers more tips and approaches to managing our busy lives at efficiencyandorganization.com

We enjoy an open and honest talk with Erin Bahadur, the C.E.O. of Erin's Inside Job, about the internal struggle of trying to be who others think you are, while sheltering, hiding or denying who you really are. 

We talk with Body Mind Coach and host of the ASK ABBY podcast, Abby Valetta, about perfectionism, goals and the ways to overcome Imposter Syndrome.

The University of Minnesota Director of Operations for the Spirit Squad, Kristina Anderson, talks about getting back up after a fall and how to recognize and avoid the most common confidence pitfalls.

The world's only known Bucket List Attorney talks about the power and importance of having goals and working towards completing them with confidence.

Audra Kirch, a product manager for Best Buy, talks about her collecting confidence journey, and the all-important aspect of getting to know yourself and your surroundings. 

In this episode, we speak with senior communications manager, Beverly Smith-Patterson, about the impact and impression a leader can have on a person's confidence. We will also discuss the power of the humble "Thank-You" note.

As a recent college graduate and a busy wedding planner, Marie Valois found that confidence came from experience and engagement, and the more she got involved in opportunities, the more confident she became.

As a personal trainer with 10 years of experience as a California firefighter, Lauren Glick shares how the habit of movement helps move us past "comfortable" towards our goals.

Speech clinician, Sheila Enzenauer, talks with us about the power of positive thinking and what we can do to change the conversation in our head.