Leilani Quiray is the Founder and CEO of be the change HR, an HR consulting firm on a mission to empower businesses to scale with heart and purpose. 

Cultural Background

Leilani is of Filipina and European descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

I'm a badass

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is doing things even if they are scary.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

LeiLani had a hard time speaking her thoughts and feelings out in her younger years.  She also had a hard time navigating life as a woman of color and being bi-racial.

The “AHA” Moment

LeiLani was in a toxic situation at work to the point where she became physically ill.  Because it was so bad, she walked out from her job and took time off.  This is where she decided to start her business.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

LeiLani loves what she does with her business even if times are tough.  Her confidence helps her live her purpose.

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

You can build confidence on a budget.  You don't need to spend alot of money to build confidence, start with what you have such as reading a book or listening to a podcast.

Interview Links

• LeiLani's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Tiktok

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Bio

Misa Chien is the founder of The Authentic Asian.

Cultural Background

Misa is of Chinese and Dutch decent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Just be yourself.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is being unapologetically yourself.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Before entering college, Misa was very shy and quiet.  She wasn't able to show up as herself since she was with the same group of students in elementary school.  Misa also went through being bullied in her school years.

The “AHA” Moment

Misa is an overnight success 20 years in the making.  She started building businesses since she was 18 years old.  Misa always felt like she was the only Asian in the room which made her feel lonely.  Her loneliness stemmed her to create The Authentic Asian because she really wanted an all Asian women community space.  Misa wanted to create a safe space as well since she also went through toxic mindset in other communities that she was part of.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Misa has been able to create a 6-figure business with The Authentic Asian and has over 250 members in the community.  She loves what she does and continues to elevate the voices of Asian women.

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Take baby steps.  Rome wasn't built in a day.

Interview Links

• Misa's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Tiktok

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

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Bio

Lorraine K. Lee is the bestselling author of Unforgettable Presence and a keynote speaker.

Cultural Background

Lorraine is of Chinese descent..

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

You gain confidence by trying new and scary things.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is someone willing to try new and scary things.  It's also knowing that you tackle something even if you don't know where to start.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Lorraine shares that she lacked confidence especially she used to work in corporate.  She felt scared, never wanted to rock the boat and just did what she was told to do.

The “AHA” Moment

Lorraine was asked by the publisher to write a book and even though she felt like she wasn't ready, she also knew that she had to go for it and take the opportunity.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Life is great for Lorraine.  She is currently busy promoting her book and is open to new opportunities that may come her way. .

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Think of failures as learnings.

Interview Links

• Lorraine's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• YouTube

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.

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Bio

Hiromi Okuyama is a Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist with a dynamic career spanning acting, martial arts, and content creation.

Cultural Background

Hiromi is of Chinese and Japanese descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Never underestimate anyone especially yourself.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is knowing who you truly aware, being self-aware and loving yourself.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Hiromi shared that when she was younger, she didn't make the best choices due to her own insecurities from her culture and growing up in Toronto.

The “AHA” Moment

Hiromi had many sprinkled aha moments which boosted her confidence such as getting back into martial arts of getting millions of views on her Tiktok.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Hiromi realizes her gifts and she uses it to give back and empower others.

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Invest in self care.

Interview Links

• Hiromi's Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Tiktok

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

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Bio

Tam Luc is the founder of the Women Who BossUp book series.

Cultural Background

Tam is of African American descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Confidence comes from consistency.  Consistency is not without failure.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is just being able to do it and stop waiting for permission. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Tam was mess.  She leaned into entrepreneurship since she saw her parents succeed in that field without graduating from college.  Tam tried entrepreneurship for 17 years and part of the reason why it took long was because she did graduate from college and she felt she needed permission to start her journey.  Because her parents did not graduate from college, they were more confident to knock on doors to make that sale while Tam hesitated.

The “AHA” Moment

Tam's mom passed away and that made her realize that time does not go on forever.   She also realized that now is the time to take action.  It was in this moment that gave her the confidence to write her first book and boss up in her journey.  One of her biggest reasons she takes action is to make her mom proud.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Tam has been able to expand her purpose and she has more clarity than ever to boss up in her journey.

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Find someone who has accomplished what you want to accomplish and be mentored by them.  Get a coach to help you figure out your journey.

Interview Links

• Tam's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Tiktok

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.

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Bio

Selena Rezvani is a recognized author, speaker, and consultant on leadership.

Cultural Background

Selena is of Pakistani and Ukrainian descent

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

I'm either going to win or I'm going to learn.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is someone who has a healthy respect for their strengths. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Selina was more fearful to ask for something.  She went through alot of permission seeking, apologizing for taking up space and fearing of failure.

The “AHA” Moment

Selina's AHA moment was during her teen years.  She was accepted to a college she applied to and found a way to make it happen.  One of the years, her aid funding was alot smaller than usual and she decided to send a letter as to why she needs more funding which was accepted to the school for the rest of her school year.  She realized that being direct, assertive and asking is what will get the results she wanted.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Selina dedicated a book to being a self advocate called Pushback because she does the same thing for herself.

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Don't let self doubt or imposter syndrome as signals that you shouldn't do something.

Interview Links

• Selena's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Tiktok

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.

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Sohee Jun is a premier leadership coach, speaker and author.

Sohee is of Korean descent.

Do it afraid.

Self confidence is knowing that you have what it takes and learning to tap into that. 

Sohee was seeking acceptance and validation from everyone.

Sohee was put in many leadership positions in her corporate career and even though at times she wondered why she was put in these positions, she also realized it was a sign that she was meant to do to more  She decided to embody the confidence to be the leader that others saw in her.  This also made her curious and it helped her validate her own capabilities.

Sohee's life has been expansive and has the confidence to do something big and audacious such as writing her first book.

What is that one small act to move forward.

• Sohee's Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Youtube

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.

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This episode will be different since I was interviewed on the Sweet But Fearless Podcast with Mary Sullivan.  I hope you enjoy today's episode and this will be the last episode for 2024.  The Tao of Self-Confidence will be back with a brand new episode on January 7, 2025.  Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones!

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If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.

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Wendy Kim is an Inclusive Leadership Trainer and International Best-Selling Author.

Wendy is of Korean descent.

I Belong.

Self confidence is practicing something to the point where you feel comfortable doing it. 

Wendy felt like she was hiding who she really was.  She felt like she had to show up feeling like she had it all together when it was total opposite.

Wendy wrote her book Beyond Blending In, a woman on social media messaged her saying how the book resonated with her.  In that moment, the book served as a tool to make a positive difference for others and goes beyond the accolades the book received.

Wendy may still go through challenges and by looking at her purpose, she knows she is in the right path to make a positive impact on others.  Her work also brings so much joys in her life.

Choose your hard and go for it.

• Wendy's Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

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P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.

Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

"Let’s Build Your Queendom With A.I!" Click here to get on the waiting list.