"Here is what I know. That I don't know. There is power in the unknown. Sit in the I don't know. It's a confident place to be. Trust me." -Christina Glickman. This week, Erin sits down with Christina Glickman, speaker and author of the bestselling book, "Xtra: The Art of Being", to find out just what it means to be unapologetically confident. And a little "xtra" too. They get straight into it discussing authenticity, Christina's book, and her life to this point. How she got to where she is, the steps she took, and all those things she didn't do that got her there. We often talk about choices we made that led us somewhere, but not the things we didn't do that led us here, or the things we chose not to do. Christina is a form believer in serving yourself before others, and that's not a selfish viewpoint, it's a necessary step to ensure your own happiness and success. Erin Hatzikostas asks Christina to talk about her younger years, if she struggled with who she was and where she was going. One moment stands out: being told that her ACT test scores weren't good enough, and she should reconsider her life plans (a fairly daunting conversation for a young student.) A big turning point for Christina though was getting into advertising, entering a world where you do have to fake it (a bit) until you make it. Erin asks about the loss of Christina's parents, how it changed the trajectory of her life. Christina explains the affect her parents had on her when they were alive, how they inspired her and shaped her. But, also, how the pain and suffering she experienced formed her into who she is now.  This leads into a conversation on parenting, with Erin asking Christina if she has any advice from her own experience of parenthood.  They discuss Christina's hair, and the funny story that led to a style that defines her (or does she define her hair?!) Christina talks about how being your authentic self can cause people to think you're trying to make a statement, when actually you're trying to not make a statement. You're just trying to be: you. Erin poses the question: is it more important to find out who you are, or define who you want to be in the future? For Christina, knowing who you are is the first step to help define where you are going. You have to know yourself before you know your potential.  Erin digs in further, asking what pisses her off, what steps does she take to become less apologetic and more confident, and what steps does she suggest other people take to get where they want to be. Christina has some tough love messages for anyone that feels stuck.  To end, Erin asks the most important question of all: Where does Christina shop for her attire? You'll have to tune in to find out! Follow Christina on Instagram: @christinaglickman To purchase her book, search "xtra: the art of being" on Amazon To preorder Erin's book You Do You(ish):   Follow Nicole on LinkedIn:   Follow Erin on LinkedIn:   If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Here are some options... Check out the b BRILLIANT career coaching program @   b Cause Podcast Facebook group @   We even share more crazy stuff here (you probably thought that was impossible). Take our simple, fun and insightful "What Kind of Dog Are You At Work?" by going to   We have so much fun stuff going on...we wouldn't want you to miss out - join the authenticity movement and our community by adding your email just about anywhere @   Check out our blog for more of our no-BS career advice @   We have fun and inspiring t-shirts @ DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.  Tweetable Comments: "I only do what I want. You won't see me showing up in a way that's not serving myself." "This is yours. Not mine. Take it...whatever you have going on isn't mine to own. My bags are heavy enough." "The most profound relationship you'll have is with yourself." "Sitting in the unknown, sitting in the uncomfortable. These things are easy to say, but are you doing them?" "The world is aching for you to do what you love. Look for it. Find it. Hold on to it. Then let it go. When it doesn't give you joy. The search is the real happiness." "Movement was everything." "My list of wrongs in this world is large, but I know what I do right." "Get clear on what you want for your family and stick to it." "When it comes to my kids, I don't want them to be anything but themselves." "Sometimes when we arrive as our authentic selves people assume we're trying to make a statement." "There is no magic, it's hard work." "You don't lift somebody else if you feel bad about yourself." "Whatever it takes to get you out of bed in the morning, just do it." "The first asshole you're going to run into is yourself."