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In this empowering episode of Big Asian Energy, we sit down with Sheena Yap Chan—Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Tao of Self-Confidence podcast. With over 800 interviews under her belt, Sheena brings deep insight into what holds so many women back from fully stepping into their power—and what it takes to break through.

We talk about the realities of self-doubt, how perfectionism and fear keep us stuck, and why learning to believe in yourself is the most radical, life-changing thing you can do.

Sheen Shares:

• The truth behind the confidence gap—and how it affects women in leadership
• Why we’re conditioned to play small (and how to break free)
• What “ready, fire, aim” looks like in action
• Why self-promotion isn’t tacky—it’s leadership
• How to reframe rejection, get visible, and believe you’re enough

Whether you’re dreaming of publishing a book, going for that next promotion, or just want to feel less alone on the path to confidence, this conversation is for you.

About Sheena Yap Chan:
Sheena is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Tao of Self-Confidence and her latest book Bridging the Confidence Gap: How Empowered Women Change the World is out now. She’s the host of a podcast of the same name, which has hit 1M+ downloads. Her work has been featured in NBC, Mindvalley, The Manila Times, and more.

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

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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. Order my latest book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to order your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley, The Tao of Self-Confidence, 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.

Gina Romero is the founder of Connected Women.

Cultural Background

Gina is of Filipina and British descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is not having everything figured out but you take the first step anyway.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Gina lived life like a blank canvas figuring out her own path.  It wasn't a clear path for her since she had an unconventional upbringing.

The “AHA” Moment

Gina used to be in a women's community in the UK and when she moved to South East Asia, she couldn't find the women's community that she wanted.  So she decided to start small and ask people to have coffee with her which in turn started Connected Women.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Gina may have tough times but she loves what she does because it's a problem that she truly wants to solve.  

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Look for those communities where people are there to lift you up.

Interview Links

• Gina's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

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

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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 order your copy of the book

P.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley, The Tao of Self-Confidence, 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.

Sara Fung is a career navigation expert and RN with 17 years of experience in healthcare and leadership.

Cultural Background

Sara is of Chinese descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

The minute you learn to love yourself, you would not want to be anyone else.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is about being sure of who you are.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Sara used to be shy and quiet to the point the teacher thought she needed a hearing assessment.

The “AHA” Moment

Sara learn to say YES to the opportunities that came her way which helped built her confidence.  She also was overworked and stressed with her job and that is where she realized she needed to do something different which led to starting her podcast and started her career coaching journey.

Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence

Sara loves being a full-time entrepreneur.  She gets to do what she wants and creates her own schedule.  One of the things she loves to do is having slow mornings.

The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener 

Care less about what other people think of you.

Interview Links

• Sara's Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

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

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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

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

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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

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

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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:

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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:

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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:

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.

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:

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

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.