Full Confidence Ahead

Guest speaker and IOS app designer, Austin Blake, returns with more insights on creativity in all fields and every profession. Creativity is within you, all you need to do is learn how to unlock it. Follow the show to stay up to date on weekly episodes. 

Kyle Tucker, wealth coach, realtor, and investor rejoins us on this week's episode of the Full Confidence Ahead podcast to continue talking about risk index and wealth building. Kyle first walks through the risk index and increasing your wealth-building portfolio.

You have to admit it, like me you've probably made a New Years' resolution that just didn't happen. Believe me, I've been there way to often. And it's time to change! You deserve to achieve the goals you set! So let's talk about a different way to set goals and get them done.  Don't worry I won't ask you to work harder on your goals, or even the SMART acronym. I've just got 10 minutes of quick adv...

Rooted in the rich art, history, and culture of Iran, Nasim draws on inspiration from her motherland. Despite limited opportunities for women in Iran, she believes in achieving my dreams with confidence and wisdom, much like the metamorphosis of a beautiful butterfly. Butterflies symbolize change, hope, and new beginnings, soaring freely and expressing beauty. Through my wearable art, she aims to...

Have you ever dreamed of being more creative? Have you ever labeled yourself as someone who is only left-brained but never explores the right side? In this episode, IOS developer Austin Blake talks us through the steps of creativity. Creativity is a soft skill. It can be learned, developed, and embedded into our character no matter how left-brained you may think you are. Make sure the download thi...

Joelle Simpson, 4 time Gold Medalist Ice Skater and current Miss South Dakota, talks about over coming challenges to obtain goals on the ice. Her story is inspiring and includes tools on how to overcome any mental or physical challenge.  You can find her at: @missjoellesimpson @missamericasd @joellesimpsonharpist

Whether or not we like it, we all have to think of money every day. So we might as well make our relationship with money a positive one! In this episode you will learn all about how to create and maintain a positive relationship with money.

Financial Counselor and Host of the Full Confidence Ahead Podcast, Katie Ann Powell, take the mystery out of a credit score. This is part two of two. Please listen to Credit 101 before continuing to this episode. Do you want to build, rebuild, or improve your credit score. This episode if for you! This episode will tell you exactly what is behind your score and how you can improve it. 

Within a short period of time, Kendyl went from being Miss Utah USA to a mother of a severely special needs child. Her life did a 180 from her being in the spotlight onstage to focusing all of her energy to help her child function 24 hours a day. The transition was huge. In the middle of changing routines and ultimately her lifestyle caring for her child, Kendyl found joy and meaning through her t...

Fashion designer, Metri Holliday, blended her love of grounding designs with spirituality. A successful business owner, Metri uses scarves as an outlet to help women build positivity.   Website:  https://metriholliday.com/

Financial Counselor and Host of Full Confidence Ahead Podcast, Katie Ann Powell, takes the mystery out of a credit score.  Do you want to raise your credit score? Rebuild? Build? This episode is for you. Get to know all things credit, what is it, how to use it, and how to get the best credit score possible. This is a two part episode. Please continue listening to Credit 201 next week.

Kathy Luu went has gone from refugee camp to successful business owners. Her story, advice, and community is inspirational. As a business woman in DC, she build a community and forges through hard time. Journey to the West:  https://www.amazon.com/Journey-West-Biography-Kathy-Phuong/dp/B0CWYCS3GV   Follow Kathy and Spa Logic here: https://spalogicdc.com/   @spalogicdc @luluspasalon luluuspasalon.c...

After a successful career as a woman in tech, Aleena had the confidence to pivot into textiles. Now a successful business owner and motivational community member, Aleena owns House of Alkara, a fine jewelry and silk jacket company infused with positivity and creativity in every design. houseofalkara.com @houseofalkara

Have you ever looked at your closet and felt like you didn't like any of your clothes? Fashion stylist and personal shopper, Tara Kay talks us through how to find your own style and get out of your fashion rut.  Contact her at: truestylebytk@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/truestylebytk?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=615...

Val at Positive Chalk DC talks about how chalk and art has created changed in the DC area. 

Lida Citroen, author of The New Rules of Influence: How to Authentically Build Trust, Drive Change, and Make an Impact   to provides leaders with the tools and insights they need to navigate a new landscape of influence. In this book, Lida provides a ten-step strategy for leaders to implement to drive influence in their careers, build executive and leadership presence, communicate with impact, bui...

Native Washingtonian, Malcom Jordan, work up early as a 12 year old to do a paper route that earned $60 a month. Over time with that money he bought his first camera and never looked back. Now with his professional studio, Shutter Fever, Jordan shares what it means to go after your dreams. www.shutterfever.org @shutterfeverphotography 202-417-0318

In this episode, we’re joined by Julian Sookhoo, a dynamic thought leader known for his insights on productivity and personal growth. Julian shares his journey, revealing the life lessons that shaped his approach to work and success. We dive deep into practical strategies for boosting productivity, managing time effectively, and staying motivated in the face of challenges. Julian’s blend of wisdom...

Chantel Sheaks, VP of Retirement Securities at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has 27 years of experience in employee benefits law, including both policy and practice. Chantel has held a variety of positions, including partner at a major international law firm, government relation consultant for a global benefits consulting firm, and fund director/general counsel for a national multiemployer health...

Executive Coach, Chelsea Frost, walks through what is burn out and how to prevent it. Just like the symptoms of a common cold, burn out creeps up in our lives and gives little signals it's coming. So what do you do when you are getting burnout signals? Get burn out tips and tricks on Chelsea's Linked in here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachchelseafrost/ Learn about Chelsea's work and coaching he...

Joelle Simpson, 4 time Gold Medalist Ice Skater and current Miss South Dakota, talks about over coming challenges to obtain goals on the ice. Her story is inspiring and includes tools on how to overcome any mental or physical challenge.  You can find her at: @missjoellesimpson @missamericasd @joellesimpsonharpist

Join host Katie Ann Powell as she interviews documentary maker and filmmaker Anna Summers on the latest episode of Full Confidence Ahead. This episode is all about embracing imperfection and the power of failure. Anna shares her personal journey with tics and perfectionism, revealing her struggles with authenticity and societal expectations. She discusses how she was able to overcome these hurdles...

In this podcast episode, Katie Ann Powell and Katie Hass, director of the Division of Consumer Protection, delve into the world of consumer protection and the impact of social media on consumer behavior. They emphasize the need for companies to provide honest information to consumers and the role of the Division of Consumer Protection in addressing complaints and enforcing regulations. The convers...

Manuel Amorim is a distinguished individual with a background in engineering and business, whose journey epitomizes immigrant success through hard work and education. His perspective on the topic of "immigrant success through hard work and education" is deeply rooted in his own experiences, drawing inspiration from his great grandfather who immigrated to Brazil with nothing and worked his way up f...

Wendy Harrop, the owner of Phineas Wright House talks through how to find and be open to delight in life.   phineaswrighthouse.com Insta FB