What if your next breakthrough isn’t a big leap – but just one thoughtful step?

In this episode, we explore N = Next Step in the CONFIDENT framework. I share how I built my group coaching programme Färgrikt Ledarskap from scratch in just 12 weeks, and how taking consistent, small actions shifted everything – for me and for the leaders I work with.

You’ll hear a client story about how a simple check-in transformed team energy, and I’ll guide you through how to find your Act +1 – a mindset and practice for moving forward without overthinking.

💡 Whether you're stuck, overcommitting, or just feeling the pull to grow, this episode will help you shift from hesitation to action – one step at a time.

🧭 Plus: A sneak peek at my next step – launching the programme Be(come) Confident!

🎧 Tune in and discover:
– Why small steps matter more than perfect plans
– How to stop overthinking and start testing
– What it means to lead with intention, even in uncertainty

👉 Ready to join the next group coaching round? https://migmatit.se/become_confident/

Empathy isn’t just something soft and nice – it’s a must-have in leadership today. In this episode, I talk about what empathy really means to me: being present, building trust, and meeting people where they are – not just when things go well, but also in difficult moments.

I share personal stories from my journey as a leader, employee and coach – and offer simple tools you can use to listen with heart. Not just to respond, but to truly understand.

We also talk about something that often gets forgotten: giving empathy to yourself.

This episode is for you if you want to lead with more humanity, curiosity and presence – in a fast-moving world where real change still begins in the space between people.

✨ You’re welcome to reach out to [email protected] if you want to get in touch directly.
All contact details are available at www.migmatit.se/en/contact or find me on Instagram @migmatitab.

In this episode, I want to talk about something that lived inside me for a long time: the story I told myself about being “junior.”
Even years into senior roles, I quietly held on to that label — not out loud, but in my head. Until a mentor asked me a question that changed everything.

This is a personal reflection about the quiet ways we diminish ourselves, the comparison traps we fall into, and what happens when we finally choose to see our full experience — and lead from it.

Dive into the episode:

(00:00) A Coffee Question About Your Inner Voice

(00:42) The Stories That Shape Us (Often Quietly)

(01:32) Excited… and Slightly Panicked

(03:28) The Label I Gave Myself: “Junior”

(05:38) The Question That Changed My Story

(07:57) When Comparison Sneaks Back In

(08:57) An Invitation to See Yourself Differently

(10:18) Empathy, Ownership & Truth

(11:32) The Story I Choose Today

(11:58) If You’re Curious About Coaching…

✨ I hope this episode invites you to pause and reflect on the stories you carry — and maybe shift the way you speak to yourself.

And if you’re curious whether coaching could support you in your own leadership journey — you’re very welcome to reach out. Let’s explore it together.

With warmth,
Hanna

[email protected]

Discipline doesn’t have to mean pressure, perfection, or pushing through.

In this episode, I share how discipline can become a devotion to what truly matters – when it’s aligned with your values, identity and direction.

✨ I talk about:

• My personal journey with daily reflection – and how it became my most sustainable leadership habit

• A client story that shows how small, intentional moments can transform your day

• A powerful reframe of discipline – from rigidity to rhythm

• A simple but powerful tool to help you build your own daily reflection habit

This isn’t about doing more. It’s about choosing what helps you move forward – in colour, with intention.

🛠️ I invite you to try my reflection prompts – morning or evening – and let this summer be a soft reset.

🎁 Download your free Daily Reflection Guide: [⁠https://migmatit.se/en/daily-journaling-freebie/⁠]
📲 Connect with me on Instagram: @hanna.zaxmy

🎧 Press play and find a rhythm that supports the leader you want to be.

What happens when you stop overthinking and start listening inward?

In this episode, we explore intuition as a powerful leadership tool – not something vague, but grounded wisdom that emerges when you align thought, emotion and body. I share a personal story about making a big decision that didn’t make logical sense, but felt right. You’ll also be guided through a reflection to check your own state and learn how small shifts can create big impact.

🎧 Tune in to reconnect with your inner compass and lead from a place of clarity, calm and confidence.

More material on https://www.instagram.com/hanna.zaxmy/

In this episode, I share a personal story that still gives me goosebumps — the time I completely flunked my first term at university and almost gave up on my dream of becoming a computer engineer.
But that moment of failure became something else. A turning point. And it taught me what real focus is about.

This episode is for you if you’re feeling scattered, stretched, or unsure of where to place your energy.
I talk about the kind of focus that doesn’t push harder — but helps you align with what matters. I also walk you through the journaling tool I use every day (my 3-3-3 practice), and share a client story about how small steps and a clear picture helped her finish her thesis and land a job in a completely new field — in just a few months.

🎨 In the CONFIDENT framework, F = Focus is visualised as a crystal prism — turning scattered light into one clear, powerful beam.
That’s the energy I hope this episode brings to you.

💌 If you want support between episodes — with tools, gentle nudges and space to reflect — come join my newsletter Confidence Boost.
👉https://migmatit.se/en/confidence-boost/

Thank you for listening — I’m so glad you’re here. 💜

In this episode of Confident Leadership In Colour, Hanna explores what it really means to nurture your confidence – not just perform it. She shares a personal story of hitting her limit, and how redefining balance through sustainability became a turning point. Includes a reflection tool and free Clarity Workbook to help you pause, reset, and lead with long-term energy.

🎧 Grab your free workbook: https://migmatit.se/en/clarity-workbook-freebie/

Leave a comment here or send me an e-mail: [email protected]

Or connect on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hanna.zaxmy/⁠

or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannazaxmy/

#SelfLeadership #ConfidentLeadership #WomenInLeadership

What if “I can’t” was actually a clue?
In this episode, Hanna Zaxmy shares how a moment of burnout became a breakthrough — and what it really means to take ownership as a leader. You’ll also hear how one client shifted from frustration to confidence, by asking one powerful question:
👉 What’s mine to own?

✨ You’ll walk away with:
✔️ A new way to think about ownership — not as pressure, but as power
✔️ Practical questions to help you reset and refocus
✔️ One small action you can take this week to lead from the inside out

📥 Download your free Clarity Workbook to go deeper — and reconnect with what matters most:🔗 migmatit.se/podcast

💌 Questions or thoughts? I’d love to hear from you.
Reach out at: [email protected]

Because leadership starts here — with clarity, courage, and the choice to lead in full colour. 🌈

🌟 Ever wonder if you're truly leading with clarity—or just reacting to life's daily chaos?

In Episode 3 of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy speaks directly to leaders and managers, guiding you towards the clarity that transforms overwhelm into intentional action. Through relatable stories from her own journey—managing international teams in high-pressure industries and balancing family life—Hanna shows you how clarity serves as your compass, turning scattered efforts into meaningful contributions.

Join leaders like Henrik, who discovered how clarity can make dreams actionable, achievable, and real. Feel motivated, confident, and reassured that the answers you need are within your reach.

✨ Bonus: Download your free Clarity Workbook from the show notes and start aligning your leadership today!

Contact me directly: [email protected]

(00:00) Introduction – From Confidence to Clarity in Leadership

(00:29) The CONFIDENT Framework Begins: Why Clarity Matters First

(00:50) Meet Hanna – Leadership Journey from Paint Shop to Corporate Leadership

(02:00) 20 Years in Leadership: Lessons from Tech, Finance & Global Teams

(03:04) Why Clarity Is Essential in Both Leadership and Life

(03:57) What Is Clarity? Values, Direction & Purpose Explained

(04:59) The Cost of Lacking Clarity – Overwhelm, People-Pleasing & Losing Focus

(05:23) The Colour of Clarity – A Guiding Star for Decision-Making

(06:01) Leading with Intention vs Reacting to Everything Around You

(06:59) Real Story – Making a Difficult Decision Guided by Inner Clarity

(07:31) Client Case: From Busy and Stretched to Focused and Purpose-Driven

(08:53) How Clarity Turns Dreams into Action and Real Results

(09:05) Reflection Questions – What Truly Matters to You as a Leader?

(10:00) Practical Tool – Your Next Small Step Towards Clarity

(10:33) Free Clarity Workbook – A Tool for Self-Leadership and Direction

(10:45) Key Takeaway – Clarity Isn’t About Answers, It’s About What Matters

(11:15) What’s Next – Ownership and Taking Responsibility in Leadership

🔗 Click follow, tune in, and start leading with purpose and colour—today.

What if confidence isn’t about being fearless — but about being true to yourself, even when it’s hard?

In this episode, Hanna Zaxmy shares a defining moment that has shaped the continued journey. From a tearful ultimatum in a Stockholm cloakroom to a life-shifting vision exercise, you’ll hear how real confidence begins — not with perfection, but with alignment.

You’ll reflect on where you are right now, explorewhat’s shaping your confidence, and get a practical tool to help you take your next step — grounded, honest, and in full colour.

✨ A quiet but powerful invitation to reconnect with your voice, your direction, and your leadership.

🎁 Download the free Clarity Workbook: https://migmatit.se/clarity-workbook-freebie/
📩Email Hanna: [email protected]

(00:00) Introduction – Confident Leadership in Colour & What to Expect(00:44) Starting Something New – Fear, Resistance & Growth in Leadership(01:51) What Real Confidence Means – Alignment Over Perfection(02:20) Personal Story – A Defining Leadership Moment in Stockholm(03:33) High-Pressure Decision – Career Risk vs Following Your Values(05:03) Feeling Stuck – Fear, Doubt & Emotional Overload in Leadership(05:57) The Turning Point – Vision, Coaching & Finding Clarity(07:00) Choosing Courage – Leading from Values Instead of Fear(08:00) What True Confidence Is – Inner Trust & Self-Leadership(08:43) Reflection Exercise – Rate Your Confidence (1–10 Scale)(09:34) Coaching Questions – How to Build Confidence Step by Step(10:10) The CONFIDENT Framework Explained – 9 Keys to Self-Leadership(11:30) Leadership Insight – Why Self-Leadership Comes First(11:57) “Me Ltd” Mindset – Think of Yourself as a Leader of Your Own Life(12:33) What’s Next – Clarity as the Foundation of Confident Leadership(12:50) Free Resource – Clarity Workbook for Direction & Focus(13:16) Closing Reflection – Confidence Is Quiet, Clear & Values-Driven(14:03) Your Next Step – Take One Small Action Towards Alignment