"What keeps people from doing the things that they want to do? It's a lack of energy and a lack of courage." -Juan Bendana In this episode, we're unraveling the layers of energy, leadership, and confidence with Juan Bendana. Juan is an internationally recognized keynote speaker that helps leaders navigate uncertainty and exponential change by developing the unwavering confidence to thrive in any environment. Juan brings a decade of experience on stage presenting to category leading companies such as Disney, American Express and Sony Pictures. His Science-backed Framework, the Confidence Cycle, has helped over 250,000 leaders thrive both personally & professionally. In this episode, you'll hear: 1.) How to prioritize energy and not being a victim of it. 2.) Two things NOT to do when someone else's energy is in the dumps. 3.) A super powerful (and super easy) question to start meetings. 4.) Three things people get wrong about confidence. 5.) Two steps nobody talks about when pursuing big goals. 6.) The spotlight effect and why it should matter to you. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/juanbendana/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-bendana-1a683694/ If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected] If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole) Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)" Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice Work with Us Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences. Tweetable Comments "What are the things that actually light me up physically, psychologically, and environmentally?" "People meet your energy before they meet you." "The more judgment you get, the more hate you get. Welcome the judgment. Welcome the haters. They're great. Give them something to talk about." "What keeps people from doing the things that they want to do? It's a lack of energy and a lack of courage."