In a recent episode of Confident You Podcast, I sat down with Simmer Singh, a seasoned leadership development and talent management expert, to discuss the nuances of leadership, the challenges of cultural assimilation, and the transformative power of inclusion. Drawing from Simmer’s two decades of global experience and her personal journey as an immigrant professional, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for leaders, teams, and organizations striving to build more effective, innovative, and inclusive workplaces.

Over the last 20+ years, Simmer has had the honor of working on People Development and Talent Management with various Fortune 500 organizations, including VMware, Pinterest, Vodafone, Airtel and American Express. These experiences have given her in-depth expertise in driving global transformations and projects on the future of learning, leadership development, talent management and coaching.

As a person of color and an immigrant, she loves supporting people from various cultural backgrounds and ethnicities who may be experiencing challenges in adapting to new environments and expectations while holding on to their values and culture.

Below, we break down the main themes and expert advice from the episode, offering a comprehensive guide for listeners and readers eager to elevate their leadership and organizational culture.

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https://www.glinttconsulting.com/

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Entrepreneurship is often glamorized as a journey of passion, hustle, and overnight success. But as this episode of the Confident You reveals, the real path to sustainable growth is paved with discipline, clear processes, and a resilient mindset. I had the pleasure with business infrastructure expert Alicia Butler dive deep into the nuances of building a business that’s not just impressive on the outside, but robust and scalable on the inside.

Below, we break down the main themes and actionable insights from their conversation, offering a comprehensive guide for entrepreneurs ready to move beyond the façade and build a business that lasts.

Alicia Butler Pierre is on a quest to revolutionize the way small businesses operate. She does that by speaking, coaching, writing, lecturing, and podcasting. She is the Founder & CEO of Equilibria, Inc. and the bestselling author of Behind the Façade, the world’s first published book on business infrastructure. She hosts the weekly Business Infrastructure podcast, which ranks in the world’s top 2%. She’s an adjunct instructor of Lean Principles at Purdue University and Operations Management at Nichols College. A chemical engineer turned entrepreneur, she’s advised, designed, and optimized processes for organizations including Coca-Cola, Shell Oil, The Library of Congress, and The Home Depot.

Connect with Alicia here:

https://aliciabutlerpierre.com/

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Midlife. For so many women, this word feels heavy—like a period of invisibility, crisis, or decline. But what if we’ve been looking at it all wrong?

In a recent episode of Confident You Podcast, I had the incredible privilege of speaking with Dr. Lisa Petty—founder of Midlife Alchemy, holistic nutritionist, educator, author, and just an all-around powerhouse. She flipped the script on what midlife can mean and invited us into a new way of seeing this stage: as a time of profound transformation, self-discovery, and empowerment.

Lisa earned a PhD for her research on how midlife women experience self-care in the face of the social pressures on them to be perfect in every facet of their lives. Her new book “Forget About Having It All: The Midlife Woman’s Guide to Creating the Life you Want” is a combination of research findings and Lisa’s own story of midlife self-discovery.

Dr. Lisa’s insights, drawn from her own personal journey and academic research, offered me—and our listeners—such a rich and compassionate roadmap for what this phase can really be. Below, I’m sharing some of the standout themes and tips from our conversation. I hope they inspire you as much as they inspired me.

Connect with Lisa here:

https://soulgardening.ca/

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In a world where dating advice is often reduced to quick tips and surface-level strategies, I had the pleasure of sitting down with someone who brings so much more depth to the conversation. Lisa Shield is a beacon of authenticity and transformation, and in our recent conversation on the podcast, she opened up about her own journey—one that took her from heartbreak and self-doubt to becoming a renowned relationship coach who has helped over 523 women find true love within six to twelve months.

For over two decades, Lisa has been showing women worldwide how to attract Guardian of Their Soul Relationships. After being stuck for 13 years in a relationship with a pathological liar, she finally found the courage to leave my ex-husband. This was one of the hardest decisions she ever made. Lisa knew she lacked both the tools and the wisdom to find the love she dreamed of, to find her true soulmate. But Lisa decided that there must be some method, some secret to finding love that she was missing, and she was determined to find it.

Lisa’s story is remarkable, and I knew I had to share it with all of you. This blog distills the main themes and powerful takeaways from our conversation. If you're seeking not just any relationship, but what Lisa calls a "guardian of your soul" partnership, read on.

Connect with Lisa here:

https://www.lisashield.com/

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https://www.goconfidentlycoaching.com/

Are you tired of the endless cycle of restrictive diets, quick fixes, and the all-or-nothing mentality that leaves you feeling defeated? I know that story all too well. And in a recent episode of the Confident You podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Ashley Carlotta—a certified accountability health coach and group fitness trainer—who brings a breath of fresh air into the world of wellness.

Ashley shared her personal journey and expert strategies for achieving sustainable weight loss—without dieting. Through her own struggles, professional experience, and work with countless clients, she offers something we all crave: a balanced, actionable, and compassionate approach to health.

Ashley Carlotta resides in Mckinney, Texas with her husband and 3 kids. As a Certified Accountability Health Coach & Group Fitness Trainer, Ashley has held hundreds of clients accountable to eat well and exercise consistently while living in moderation and practicing mindfulness. She is the founder of Better Health by Accountability, coaches clients all over the world, and believes that daily accountability support is key to reaching your health and wellness goals.

Connect with Ashley here:

https://www.betterhealthbyaccountability.com/

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https://www.goconfidentlycoaching.com/

In a world that glorifies hustle, productivity, and constant motion, the idea of intentionally slowing down can feel radical—if not impossible. Yet, as Candis Williams, certified life coach, on-camera host, and marketing mentor, shares in her powerful interview on the Confident You podcast, embracing a “slow year” can be the key to unlocking peace, purpose, and true alignment in your life and business.

Throughout her decade-long career as a coach and creative professional, Candis has challenged clients and audiences to build lives of greater peace, purpose and joy, whilst embracing and sharing their unique stories.

Drawing from her own transformative journey, Candis offers a nuanced, actionable roadmap for anyone—especially women—who feels trapped by the relentless pace of modern life. In this post, we’ll break down the main themes and actionable tips from the episode, providing you with deep insights and practical steps to start your own slow year, or simply to infuse more intention and rest into your daily routine.

Connect with Candis here:

https://www.candiswilliams.com/

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https://www.goconfidentlycoaching.com/

In one of the most powerful episodes of the Confident You podcast, I had the honor of sitting down with Victoria Icenhower—from People Pleaser to Self Pleasurer, she is a self-love scientist, sex coach, and true visionary, who has empowered countless individuals to reclaim their sexual confidence and embrace a life of pleasure and fulfillment. Victoria’s story isn’t just inspiring—it’s a tangible roadmap for anyone, especially women, who want to break free from societal expectations and reclaim their worth, pleasure, and power.

With a journey rooted in personal transformation, Victoria has risen above the challenges of corporate burnout, battling boundaries, divorce and turned it into a catalyst for growth and empowerment. Drawing from her own experiences, she has become an expert in guiding others through the complex terrain of intimacy, self-discovery, and empowerment.

As a Self-Love Scientist, Victoria understands the profound impact that a healthy relationship with oneself has on overall well-being and sexual empowerment. She has dedicated time to studying and developing transformative techniques and methodologies that blend self-love, psychology, and sexuality, unlocking the secrets to personal fulfillment and ecstatic pleasure.

Connect with Victoria here:

https://msha.ke/lotuslifestyle

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https://www.goconfidentlycoaching.com/

Mindset is the foundation of every success story, especially for high‑achieving women facing personal and professional challenges. In a recent episode of “Confident You” podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with mindset mastery coach Mindi Huebner. She shared her expertise on vulnerability, personal growth, and the transformative power of reprogramming our subconscious beliefs. I’m excited to distill the most valuable insights from our conversation into this post, complete with actionable strategies for anyone ready to master their mindset and unlock their full potential.

Mindi Huebner is an Intuitive Mindset Mastery Coach, an IBCP certified NLP practitioner and Clinical Hypnotherapist who coaches high achieving women around the world to reprogram their subconscious and rewire their brain so they can embrace the confident, wildly successful humans they were made to be.

Connect with Mindi here:

https://mindihuebner.com/

https://mindihuebner.com/IG

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https://www.goconfidentlycoaching.com/

In a recent episode of the Confident You podcast, I had a dynamic conversation with Keith Grafman—a seasoned media professional with deep experience in sales, business development, and creative content consulting. What makes Keith especially unique is that he’s also a self-taught musician and songwriter, which brings a fresh, nuanced perspective to how we think about communication, branding, and self-expression.

He brings fifteen years of experience in navigating sales and business development across multiple industries, working with clients in the retail, financial services, medical and healthcare, emerging technology, and entertainment industry landscapes.

In 2016, his debut book, The Art of Instant Message was published, becoming the only book to teach online daters how to project personality through instant messaging. Keith’s book is based on his theory developed around the importance of having a digital footprint that is relevant, distinctive, and consistent.

Our conversation took some fascinating turns, drawing parallels between dating, job interviews, and personal branding. In this blog post, I want to share the most powerful insights from our talk—along with actionable takeaways—to help you navigate your personal and professional journey with more clarity and confidence.

Connect with Keith here:

https://creativecontentconsulting.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgrafman/

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In a recent episode of the "Confident You" podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of welcoming April Dávila to the show. April is an award-winning author, speaker, and writing coach, to discuss the intricacies of the writing journey. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for aspiring writers, offering practical advice and inspiration to help navigate the often challenging path to becoming an author. Here, we break down the key themes and tips from the episode, providing a comprehensive guide for writers at any stage of their journey.

April Dávila is an award-winning author, speaker, and writing coach. Publisher's Weekly called her debut novel, 142 Ostriches, a "vivid, uplifting debut" and the book went on to win the WILLA Award for Women Writing the West. Writer's Digest listed her blog (at aprildavila.com) as one of the Best 101 Websites for Writers and she is the creator of the Sit Write Here writing coaching program, which integrates mindfulness meditation techniques to help writers quiet their inner critics, overcome writer's block, and edit more effectively. She has taught at conferences and workshops online and in person in both the US and Mexico. She is a practicing Buddhist, a half-hearted gardener, and occasional runner. Her second novel is forthcoming.

Connect with April here:

https://aprildavila.com/https://www.instagram.com/aprildavila/https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprildavila/

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