Reinvent Yourself

#256 Redefining Self-Confidence: Lisa Sun on Turning Criticism into a Powerful Brand


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"Self-confidence is a choice and a mindset before it becomes a behavior," says Lisa Sun, CEO of GRAVITAS, a fashion brand dedicated to inclusivity and empowerment. She sits down with CoveyClub founder Lesley Jane Seymour to share her incredible journey from her immigrant upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. Discover how Sun's mission to catalyze confidence through size-inclusive fashion has transformed lives and inspired her to write her book, Gravitas: The 8 Strengths that Redefine Confidence. Take her unique confidence quiz, learn about the six forces that affect self-esteem, and get practical tips for reinventing your look and your mindset at the same time.

 

Bio:

Lisa Sun is the Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence through size-inclusive fashion & inspiring content. Lisa is also the national best-selling author of GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence.

Time Stamps

(01:48) Lisa Sun grew up in the company of immigrant entrepreneurs

(07:46) The average age of successful entrepreneur, according to big think data, is 45

(11:20) Sun's mission is to catalyze confidence - what that means

(13:59) There are six forces that form the basis of an inner critic

(17:08) Why Gravitas doesn't have mirrors in their dressing rooms

(22:49) The product Gravitas is best known for is the suffragist newsprint collection

(25:42) Gravitas is launching a product named after our potential first woman president

(30:28) You look great at every size. It's just a number

(30:36) Take a confidence quiz to identify your talents and strengths

 

Key Points:
  • Merle Saferstein's journey highlights the transformative power of journaling and living intentionally.
  • Living your legacy is more important than the material things you leave behind.
  • Chance encounters can lead to life-changing opportunities; be open to them.
  • Practical advice on how to start journaling and creating legacy projects.
  • Links and Resources:
    • Visit Gravitas Online
  • Take the Confidence Quiz
  • Purchase Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence
  • Explore Covey Club
  • ...more
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