Confidence Conversations

It's time to say goodbye to the Confidence Conversations Podcast after 52 episodes. This is me signing off from the podcast and saying cheerio as I bring it to a close. I leave you with answers to my own quick fire questions I asked every guest on series 4. Thanks for listening / watching / downloading. Love & Big Pants Gayle 💜🙌🏼

In this episode, we turn the tables a little bit. Patrick Brownlee-Smith steps in as the host and puts me in the hot seat to discuss one of the most talked-about, and often misunderstood, topics: imposter syndrome.   We explore what imposter syndrome really is, and just as importantly, what it isn’t.   We talk honestly about the difference between imposter syndrome and self-doubt, why the term has...

In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast I invited Ali Grady to share her "Guard Your Glow" which is 5 strategies for well-being, mental health and confidence. We talk about how confidence doesn't just exist in isolation. It's closely linked to out mental health, boundaries and the way we can Guard our Glow daily with some practical steps and tips. GUARD: G- Give y...

Unlocking Authentic Confidence In this episode of Confidence Conversations, Donna Duggan & I explore the concept of authentic confidence, discussing its meaning, the courage to say no, and the impact of imposter syndrome. We delved into the importance of self-awareness, the role of experience in building confidence, and how external pressures can affect authenticity. The conversation then went...

Your Marketing & Confidence In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I chat to Patrick Brownlee-Smith and we delve into the intricate relationship between marketing and confidence. We start off with the topic of the moment and explore the role of AI in marketing.  We talk about the nuances of confidenceversus arrogance, and the gender dynamics that influence how confidence is p...

"When we people please, we prioritise others' needs over our own." How often have you said, "I'm a people pleaser", or said yes to something when you really wanted to say no. In the latest episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I chat to Chris Mooney, a UK based therapist about people pleasing and it's link to confidence. We explore the signs of people pleasing and the barriers that stop...

"Stress is structural, too much load and things start to crack." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I chat with Jemima from the Stress Free Life Academy about the intricate relationship between stress, burnout, and confidence. We explore techniques for managing stress, including Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), and discuss the importance of self-awareness and sel...

It was fabulous to welcome Melissa Hague back to the Confidence Conversations podcast to explore something that comes up time and time again in coaching and confidence work: values. Melissa shares how values like  curiosity ,  expertise , and  home  shape how she shows up in life and work, and how they support confidence, even when self-doubt is loud. We talk about what it means to live into your...

Quick intro to what you can expect from Series 4 of the Confidence Conversations Podcast.

I'm kicking off the new series of the Confidence Conversations podcast with not one but two fabulous guests - Emma Jenkings and Vanda Varga.  Both have joined me before and this time we're chatting together about Core Confidence. We explore what confidence really means, how it shows up differently for each of us, and how we can build it through daily habits and intentional action. You’ll h...

In this final episode of the series I wanted to do something different to celebrate all the Confidence Conversations that I've had with guests.  So I asked my guests to send me a question on their topic that I could give answer, a perspective or an opinion on.   According the AI generated show notes this is what's covered…. "The conversation covers themes such as confidence during mid...

"The inner critic is well-intentioned but misguided." I loved having Jacqui Jagger on the podcast - we go back a few years!  In this conversation we explore the complexities of confidence and the inner critic.  We explore the different layers of confidence, the importance of self-belief, and how judgment affects our perception of ourselves. The main part of our conversation we explored the role of...

"Unlocking Confidence with the tools and techniques of NLP." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I was so happy to chat to Vanda Varga and to explore the concepts of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and how they can help to build confidence. Vanda, a master practitioner of NLP. A Tour Guide to Your Mind explains how NLP serves as a user guide to the brain, helping individual...

"Being curious about neurodiversity will make theworld a better place." I loved this conversation with Tamzin from The Neurodiversity Academy.  In this episode we discuss neurodiversity and confidence, exploring topics such as terminology, the fear of getting it wrong, and the importance of having conversations about neurodiversity. Tamzin shares her personal experiences with dyslexia, A...

"Confidence is a state of flow." I asked Ricky on the podcast because I wanted to explore the differences between male and female confidence. We did talk about that, as well as covering off so much more, from our shared retail experience, through to the choices we make and reframing negatives experiences. Ricky shares two tips for building confidence: saying yes and learning how to do it later, an...

"Courage is the thing that we have to embrace and lean into." This episode could have lasted for a whole day!  I was excited when Melissa Hague agreed to come on the podcast to talk about Courage.  Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coach...

"Comparisonitis can erode confidence."   Comparison is a big confidence demon and in this episode, I invited the lovely Claire Henley from Cachet Associates to chat about it. Claire shares her diverse career journey and how she has dealt with comparison in various aspects of her life. We explore the importance of feeling the fear and taking action, as well as the negative effects of comparison on...

"Stepping outside of the comfort zone requires self awareness and the ability to make informed decisions." After meeting Nikie for coffee one day and having a chat about whether age, experience or knowledge impacted our comfort zones and ultimately our confidence, I asked Nikie to come on the podcast to chat about it. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation, exploring challenges faced by n...

"Saying no and taking time to make decisions can be empowering and prevent feelings of self-doubt." In this episode, I chat to Carolyn Sweeney, owner of Creations hairdressers and founder of Kin Connect.  We discuss self-doubt and its impact on confidence. We discuss the challenges of running a business and the importance of staying in your own lane. As well as exploring the link between...

"Boundaries are about you, they're not about other people." I was delighted to welcome Emma Jenkings back to the podcast so join us as we discuss the topic of boundaries in relation to confidence. We explore what boundaries are, the importance of setting them in both personal and professional relationships, and how boundaries can contribute to overall well-being.  It's important...

"Women tend to be risk-aware rather than risk-averse, and they make better investors." Loved this episode with Victoria Shepherd from Fincoco Financial Coaching. As a Navy veteran, Victoria gained the confidence and the ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations, which has translated into her work as a financial coach. Financial coaching is about helping individuals understand what...

"Vision without action is merely a dream. Vision with action can change the world." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, Vanessa Buck from Vision Boards for All & I chat all things Vision Boards.  Vision boards can help gain clarity, motivation, and confidence through a collection of words, pictures, and quotes.  Vanessa also shares examples of how vision boards h...

In this conversation, I chat to Noelle Moyler, a women's wellness coach, about menopause and its link to confidence. Noelle shares her personal experience with menopause and her motivation for specialising in women's health. We discuss the common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, as well as the challenges women face in finding the right support and information.   Noelle explains why...

The Confidence Conversations Podcast is back for Series 3. In this short introduction episode you'll get a sneak preview of guests coming on and what we'll be talking about. As usual there's no editing, what you hear is the true, authentic confident conversation as it happened. In this short intro I also bust some confidence myths! If you want the download so you can take action, go to...

This series of the Confidence Conversations podcast has been a good one.  The conversations have moved on from what does confidence mean to you to how does it show up in life and in business / work environments.  Over the 10 episodes there were so many great discussions, I think with all of them we could have just kept on talking.  It was so difficult thinking about how to wrap them up and to be a...