Have you ever felt the pressure to keep going when everything in your body is telling you to pause? You're not alone. In a letter to future herself, our host Lisa Tarkington, talks how she plans to prepare for maternity leave and a temporary podcast hiatus. This isn't a goodbye – it's a transformation in progress.

Whether you're navigating parenthood, career transitions, or simply feeling burnout creeping in, this episode offers a gentle reminder that your identity isn't tied to what you produce.

The letter unpacks how we can lead powerfully from the background, reconnect with playfulness, and stay grounded in core values during major life shifts. 

What pause might you need right now? How might stepping back actually propel your leadership forward? This episode might be the permission slip you've been waiting for. 

Chapters: 

• 0:00: Introducing the podcast pause
• 2:09: A letter to future Lisa
• 6:29: Balancing motherhood and leadership
• 11:38: Final thoughts 

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Have you ever felt exhausted from constantly trying to impress people? That heavy feeling where your worth becomes tied to your impact, your confidence dependent on applause, and your authenticity lost in the performance? You're not alone.

In this episode, our host, Lisa Tarkington, pulls back the curtain on what true confidence really looks like - and why it might be the opposite of what we've been taught. She shares the story of her summer of 2021, when she experienced a profound sense of freedom by simply being myself without apology. Dancing on stage during keynotes, traveling solo, wearing what made her feel good rather than what was expected - she was living from a place of quiet, unshakable confidence that didn't need external validation. 

Tune in to hear how she slipped back into perfectionism, trying to impress others, and more. She talks about her solutions and finding her back to herself. 

Chapters:

• 0:19: Welcome to The Confident Podcast
• 1:37: The Confidence to Be Unimpressed
• 5:22: My Summer of Freedom 2021
• 9:34: The Gift of Being Confidently Unimpressed
• 14:04: The Invitation: Value Being Over Doing
• 19:54: Your Journey to Authentic Confidence

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What if the clarity you're desperately seeking only comes after you take the leap? In this deeply personal episode, Lisa Tarkington reflects on seven years of podcast evolution while unpacking the complex emotions surrounding change and transition. 

Lisa identifies the subtle signs your professional life might be calling for transformation: dreading tasks that once energized you, feeling persistent heaviness, or catching yourself daydreaming about different paths. She also explores personal indicators like feeling drained in environments that used to inspire you, no longer relating to the same people, or experiencing physical manifestations of stress that won't subside.

The heart of this episode addresses why change feels so terrifying despite knowing it's necessary. Lisa unpacks how fear of disappointing others, fear of failure, and the comfort of familiarity keep us trapped in situations we've outgrown. She vulnerably shares her own "what if" stories that once held her back, revealing the powerful truth that "clarity often comes after the leap, not before it."

You will walk away with a practical framework for embracing change: listen to your internal cues, name your fears without letting them control you, and take small, aligned actions toward your evolving vision. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that you're allowed to outgrow things, evolve, and pivot—but first, you must give yourself permission.

Chapters:

• 0:00: Lisa's Podcast Journey Since 2017
• 8:40: Transformations and Rebranding
• 10:32: Taking a Hiatus for Motherhood
• 14:20: Signs It's Time to Pivot
• 19:34: Understanding Your Fear of Change
• 23:19: Building Confidence to Make the Leap
• 27:31: Navigating Transitions with Grace
• 29:12: Final Thoughts on Embracing Change

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What if the biggest obstacle to your dream career isn't your skills or experience, but the limiting beliefs you've carried for years without realizing it? Stacey Gorin, an executive coach at Ernst & Young, spent 20 years climbing the corporate ladder at IBM before discovering her true calling, then another decade actively pursuing it.

Her journey reveals a truth many of us face: we often follow paths that don't align with our core values, strengths, or passions. The breakthrough moment came when someone finally asked her the right questions, helping her recognize the disconnect between her technical role and her natural talents for connecting with and supporting others.

This conversation dives deep into the PowerUp framework Stacey developed– a practical approach to overcoming the limiting behaviors that hold professionals back.

Chapters:

• 0:00: Discovering Your True Path
• 3:42: Meeting Stacey: From Technical to Coach
• 9:00: Building Confidence to Ask for What You Want
• 17:51: The PowerUp Framework for Overcoming Limitations
• 22:13: Elevating Your Communication and Finding Purpose
• 31:22: Final Wisdom: Ask for What You Want

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"I lost myself this year. I let everybody else's opinions dictate how I lived my life." Those tearful words from a friend struck me deeply because we've all felt that painful disconnect between who we are and who others expect us to be. 

In this episode, I dive into the struggle of maintaining your integrity when the world is shouting its opinions at you. Drawing from my own recent battles with self-doubt and the pressure to conform, I share how even as a confidence coach, I've lost sleep wondering if I'm on the right path when faced with criticism and conflicting advice.

The journey to staying true to yourself isn't about perfection—it's about intention. I explore the warning signs of losing yourself (feeling anxious about others' thoughts, saying yes to draining commitments, playing a role instead of living authentically) and offer practical tools to reclaim your center. From the powerful three-person rule (only three people's opinions should truly matter to you) to the perspective-shifting 10-year test ("Will I regret changing myself for this person in 10 years?"), these strategies help filter the overwhelming noise that can drown out your inner voice.

Chapters:

• 0:00: Losing Yourself to Others' Opinions
• 6:27: The Power of Staying True to Yourself
• 15:23: Avoiding the Downward Spiral
• 24:09: Handling External Pressures and Opinions
• 27:46: Staying Grounded in Your Values
• 31:13: Your Voice Matters: Final Thoughts

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What if your biggest what-if wasn't about failure, but about success? This transformational question lies at the heart of confidence-building, as we explore the fundamental truth that confidence isn't innate—it's a skill carefully crafted through daily habits and mindset shifts.

Perhaps most powerful is the mindset shift from "what if I fail?" to "what if it works?"—a simple yet profound reframing that transforms energy, creativity, and possibility thinking. Through personal stories and practical examples, I share how these nine habits have transformed not only my confidence journey but those of countless clients who've implemented them.

Whether you're navigating early career uncertainty, stepping into new leadership responsibilities, or simply seeking to amplify your voice in daily interactions, these actionable habits provide a roadmap for sustainable confidence growth. Rather than searching for a dramatic overnight transformation, you'll learn how small, consistent actions compound into unshakeable self-trust over time.

Chapters:

• 0:08: What If It Works?
• 4:31: The Confidence Formula: Mindset Shifts
• 9:33: Introduction to Confidence as a Skill
• 10:33: Morning Confidence Kickstarts
• 20:36: Building Confidence in Everyday Life
• 31:02: Reframing Self-Doubt and Failure

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Have you ever found yourself sobbing, wondering how you ended up so far from the life you actually want? That's exactly where Dr. Nona found herself—a successful business owner with 13 employees, a new baby, and a marriage that wasn't working. Despite checking all the boxes of conventional success, she was deeply unhappy.

In this raw and transformative conversation, Dr. Nona shares her journey from that rock-bottom moment to completely rebuilding her life around an authentic vision. After immigrating from Iran at 16 without speaking English, she built businesses driven by fear and a need for validation. It wasn't until her emotional breaking point that she finally embraced the vision she'd been dismissing as unreasonable.

Ready to start saying "yes" to your own vision? Listen now and discover how trusting your gut and making aligned daily choices can gradually bridge the gap between where you are and where you truly want to be.

Chapters:

• 0:46: Rock Bottom in the Closet
• 10:30: From Iran to America: A Defining Moment
• 16:35: Redefining Success Beyond Validation
• 22:30: The Vision That Changed Everything
• 30:10: Breaking Patterns and Rewiring the Brain
• 37:40: Daily Practices and Final Wisdom

Connect with Dr. Nona Djavid: 

• Website: https://www.elivate.me/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonadjavid
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nonadjavid
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrNonaDjavid
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrNonaDjavid

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We all have them—relationships, jobs, habits, or beliefs that once served us well but now hold us back. Yet something keeps us hanging on, trapped in a comfortable prison of our own making. Why is letting go so difficult, even when we know it's time?

This episode dives deep into our reluctance to release what no longer serves us. I explore how fear of loss often outweighs potential gain, how our identities become entangled with roles we've outgrown, and how emotional attachments keep us tethered to the familiar even when it's harming us.

Through personal stories and practical insights, I share how holding onto these outdated parts of our lives affects everything from our mental wellbeing to our physical health and stunts our personal growth in ways we don't always recognize. I've been there—clinging to corporate roles that burned me out, relationships that drained my energy, and limiting beliefs about who I could become.

Let's get into it! 

Chapters: 

• 0:00: Reframing Loss as Opportunity
• 1:08: Introduction to The Confident Podcast
• 6:56: Why We Hold On to Things That Don't Serve Us
• 10:45: The Psychology Behind Holding On
• 17:55: How Holding On Affects Mental and Physical Health
• 21:35: Recognizing When It's Time to Let Go
• 24:41: Strategies for Letting Go and Moving Forward
• 29:20: Challenge and Call to Action

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What if the key to transforming your life isn't about finding more time, but about how you use the time you already have? After years of research and personal experimentation, I've identified six powerful habits that consistently appear in the routines of high-performing individuals across industries – and I'm breaking them all down in this episode.

The beauty of these habits lies in their flexibility. I'll show you how to adapt each one to fit your unique lifestyle and needs, because the most effective habits are the ones you'll actually maintain. Ready to transform your daily routines? Your next level truly does await – and it starts with just one intentional habit.

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Could you imagine starting your journey to success with just $400 into your business? Meet Jenna Banks, an inspiring entrepreneur who transformed her challenging upbringing into a remarkable tale of perseverance and triumph. Raised in a strict household, Jenna made a courageous decision at the age of 14 to seek a better life, a choice that set her on a path to becoming a bestselling author and successful businesswoman. Jenna's story is a testament to the power of self-belief and trusting one’s inner voice, and she shares her wisdom in her book "I Love Me More."

• 0:00: Jenna Banks on Breaking Free
• 10:36: Overcoming Adversity and Pursuing Success
• 16:31: Taking a Leap
• 25:45: Navigating Personal Growth
• 31:33: Letting Go of Perfectionism
• 35:16: Scaling a Business and Seizing Opportunities
• 40:48: Embracing Self-Love and Personal Growth

Follow Jenna Banks in the following ways:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennabanks.0/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/banksjenna/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennabanks.0
• Buy her book on Amazon

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