Connect With Confidence - with Kerrie Phipps

This episode is like any of the conversations I have with Andrea Flack-Wetherald - thoughtful and inspiring! This one includes reflections on her recent journey of personal and professional transformation and the deep learning along the way. Andrea shares insights from cycling the challenging Gap Trail and how that experience shifted her mindset in leading the Center for Mindful Improv Thinking. W...

Another AI discussion - this time it’s about my first book - first published in 2008. This discussion was developed in minutes - using https://notebooklm.google.com/ - from the Revised Edition which I published in 2016, so it includes the page at the back of the book about my next 2 books - Lifting the Lid on Quiet Achievers and Do Talk To Strangers - How to Connect With Anyone, Anywhere. What do...

Meet Santiago and Mary, a delightful young couple we met in 2024 on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain. Santiago and Mary discuss the lessons they learned about the power of simplicity, the importance of relying on each other and the kindness of strangers. Through their reflections on many aspects of walking the Camino together, Santiago and Mary offer insights that are applicable to anyon...

Here it is! The first (known) AI discussion of my latest book -using https://notebooklm.google.com/ What do you think? I’d love your comments on this 😀 Loved this episode? Support us to create more podcasts by buying our producer a coffee - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bmc.link/kerriephipps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Kerrie here - Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kerriephipps.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Kerrie Discusses 2024 podcasts with gratitude for listeners and guests from around the world Loved this episode? Support us to create more podcasts by buying our producer a coffee - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bmc.link/kerriephipps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Kerrie here - Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kerriephipps.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriephipps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

This discussion covers Dr. Vanessa Bohns ' research on the "invisibility cloak illusion" - the idea that people often feel invisible in their daily lives, but are actually more noticed than they realise. Dr. Bohns shares how her early research revealed that people significantly underestimate their influence and ability to get help from strangers. This led to insights about the " spotlight effect "...

We're thrilled to share this conversation with Michelle and Brian Coleman , fellow pilgrims and friends we met on the breathtaking Camino del Norte earlier this year. Join us as we reflect on the unique challenges and unforgettable moments of walking this stunning coastal route in Spain, and how a shared pilgrimage can spark life-changing connections. In this episode, we dive into the transformati...

Michael Willing shares his fascinating journey, from growing up in Dubbo and aspiring to be a detective, to his 32-year career with the New South Wales Police Force, where he rose through the ranks to become a Deputy Commissioner. He openly discusses the challenges he faced, both professionally and personally, and how he ultimately found himself unexpectedly leaving the police force. Michael candi...

Sleep is a crucial component of overall health and wellbeing, yet many struggle to get the quality rest they need. In this episode, Kerrie sits down with Helen Dugdale, author of "Put Insomnia to Sleep", to explore the importance of sleep and practical strategies for improving it. Helen shares how she became passionate about sleep issues, especially after seeing how helping clients with anxiety le...

In this inspiring episode of the  Connect With Confidence  podcast, I’m joined by Peter Sewell , an Australian living in Germany who has visited over 100 countries. Recorded the morning of Peter's first day in his 100th country on the other side of the world, this exciting conversation is all about the life-changing impact of travel. Peter shares how his passion for exploration began at an early a...

In this episode of  Connect with Confidence , Kerrie Phipps takes us behind the scenes of Defence Kidz with the inspiring Hayley Boswell. Hayley, a lawyer, youth worker, and veteran spouse, shares her journey from creating a simple book for her daughter to founding a transformative initiative supporting thousands of military families. Hayley opens up about her personal experiences as a Defence spo...

In this episode of Connect with Confidence, airline captain, artist and speaker Michelle Huntington shares her inspiring story of resilience. From childhood dreams of aviation to overcoming shocking setbacks, Michelle’s journey to becoming a pilot is a testament to perseverance. She discusses key leadership lessons from the cockpit, such as the NITS model (Nature, Intent, Time, Special Circumstanc...

Kerrie and Adam Houlahan discuss the power of LinkedIn for professional growth, emphasizing ethical connection-building. They explore Adam’s unique entrepreneurial journey, the global impact of clean water access, with Adam sharing insights from his involvement with B1G1 Business For Good. The conversation also touches on the role of passion in entrepreneurship and the importance of using AI to en...

Tanya Rogers, an engineer at NASA, shares her inspiring adventures, including developing a carbon-capturing paint through her company, The People’s CO2. Tanya's story is one of resilience, curiosity, and deep connections with people. Her search for a rare rock called olivine led her to a serendipitous encounter with a kind stranger named Miss Beth; her search for a mentor in NASA led her to a life...

Kerrie catches up with her friend Dr. Kate Raynes-Goldie. They discuss Kate's work facilitating Lego Serious Play workshops to enhance connection and innovation in organizations. Kate shares insights into overcoming stage fright and building confidence through playfulness and curiosity. Topics Discussed: Kate's journey facilitating Lego Serious Play workshops Insights into how play impacts human c...

In this episode of "Connect with Confidence," host Kerrie Phipps interviews inspiring guest Kbora Ali. Kbora shares her remarkable journey of overcoming adversity to become an aviator in the Australian Defence Force and ambassador for UNICEF. As a young child, Kbora fled Afghanistan and found herself starting over in multiple countries as a refugee. She discusses the challenges of living in limbo...

Kerrie interviews Louise Fitzgerald-Baker about her work capturing family stories and facilitating personal growth through letter writing. Louise shares how she helps people reflect on their lives with empathy and uncover the threads that define their character. Topics Discussed: - Louise's journey from market research into accidental storytelling - Using letters to help people through life tr...

Kerrie and Sue emphasise the significance of community and connection in their Parkrun experiences, highlighting how it has become a source of encouragement and support in their lives. They discuss the importance of self-compassion, self-awareness, and authenticity in overcoming life's challenges, and share their personal experiences of learning to appreciate the joy of living and cultivating...

This episode features a discussion with Su-Yen Wong about her personal journey of transformation, from becoming a runner in her late 40's and soon after, with her husband being the first couple from Singapore to complete a marathon together - in the artic circle! Su-Yen shares how it's important to put consistent time and effort into new skills even when it's difficult at first, as thi...

Speaker & Executive Coach, Henna Pryor shares her journey with something we're all familiar with - awkwardness - and her fabulous and important book, Good Awkward. We explore childhood curiosity and we can lose it along the way, focusing more on what others think of us and being trapped by avoiding awkwardness. Henna shares personal stories of embracing awkward connections that led to life...

In the latest episode of the Connect with Confidence podcast, host Kerrie Phipps welcomes back Kofi Douhadji , as they explore his new book, " Tiny Sparks ". Kofi delves into his disciplined upbringing in the Ewe culture in Togo, West Africa, and military experience in the US Air Force, which has greatly influenced his strong work ethic. Gain valuable insights into how Kofi's commitm...

An insightful discussion about building human connection and overcoming barriers to connecting with others, particularly strangers. Juliana Schroeder discusses her research on connection and loneliness and why people don't connect as effectively as they could, while Kerrie shares experiences from living out this research in her daily life. They explore psychological factors that prevent connec...

If you loved the meditation exercise Stacey shared in the last episode, here it is on its own for your own relaxation and recalibration. Find Stacey here - Website - ⁠https://www.staceywebb.com.au/⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-webb-0965b9238/⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_staceywebb/⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/StaceyWebbEFT⁠ TikTok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com...

With a passion for helping people, Stacey’s career history in Policing led to her learning tools for self regulation, dealing with trauma and healing. I met Stacey at the book launch of her second book, Foundations of Tapping, and came home with a copy of her first, The Intuitive Detective. Enjoy this insightful conversation. We’d love to hear your thoughts! Find Stacey here - Website - https://ww...

Here's a short episode with updates and stories, including the 6 minutes on stage in Melbourne in 2023 with my latest book, How to Talk to Strangers - to Decrease Anxiety, Build Confidence and Make a Bigger Difference in the World. This was filmed at the ABLE Authors Book Launch and Expo with Dr Hassan Younes, Dr Sarifa Younes and many other inspiring authors! Also mentioned are recent and upc...