Confidence Conversations

"Unlocking Confidence with the tools and techniques of NLP."In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I was so happy to chat to Vanda Varga and to explore the concepts of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and how they can help to build confidence. Vanda, a master practitioner of NLP. A Tour Guide to Your Mind explains how NLP serves as a user guide to the brain, helping individuals understand their unique perceptions and experiences. We delve into the true meaning of confidence and the intricate relationship between confidence and NLPincluding tools and techniques that can help with self-talk and reframing negative thoughts and experiences.Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Being curious about neurodiversity will make theworld a better place."I loved this conversation with Tamzin from The Neurodiversity Academy.  In this episode we discuss neurodiversity and confidence, exploring topics such as terminology, the fear of getting it wrong, and the importance of having conversations about neurodiversity.Tamzin shares her personal experiences with dyslexia, ADHD, and dyspraxia, highlighting the impact these conditions can have on confidence along with the challenges faced by neurodiverse individuals in a neurotypical world.We explore the concept of neuro-curiosity and how it can lead to a better understanding of ourselves and others. We also touch on the trendiness of neurodiversity and the need for caution when it comes to self-diagnosis and niche coaching. Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Confidence is a state of flow." I asked Ricky on the podcast because I wanted to explore the differences between male and female confidence. We did talk about that, as well as covering off so much more, from our shared retail experience, through to the choices we make and reframing negatives experiences. Ricky shares two tips for building confidence: saying yes and learning how to do it later, and using anchoring techniques like the Circle of Awesomeness to get into a confident state. About Ricky: Ricky Locke is an Expert Speaker on Confidence, Resilience & Personal Development, a Confidence Coach. And an Award-Winning Magician and host of the UNLOCKED podcast and "Inspiring others to UNLOCK the best version of themselves!" Connect with Ricky: https://www.rickylocke.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/rickylockemagic/ https://confidentclub.com/ Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Courage is the thing that we have to embrace and lean into." This episode could have lasted for a whole day!  I was excited when Melissa Hague agreed to come on the podcast to talk about Courage.  Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Comparisonitis can erode confidence."   Comparison is a big confidence demon and in this episode, I invited the lovely Claire Henley from Cachet Associates to chat about it. Claire shares her diverse career journey and how she has dealt with comparison in various aspects of her life. We explore the importance of feeling the fear and taking action, as well as the negative effects of comparison on confidence. Claire gave me 3 really great tips for managing comparisonitis - give the episode a listen to find out what they are! About Claire Claire describes herself as a portfolio careerist which means that she has held so many different roles since leaving college and qualifying as an accountant, that they don't fit into one neat box! Currently operating under Cachet Associates, Claire offers a variety of services to business, including commercial mediation, team development and business strategy workshops using the Lego® SeriousPlay® method and she'll even pop her management accountancy “hat” on for the right contract! Claire has recently relocated to Chichester with her husband, Ralph and their dog Teddy. She has two grown up sons, one of whom might just be flying you to your summer holiday destination (if you're going Ryanair) and the other who is about to start the final year of his Psychology degree at Uni in London. Claire is a trustee of a small international development charity called GAGA UK and a newly signed up investor in the Chichester Bike Project!   Connect with Claire:  https://cachetassociates.co.uk/  https://www.instagram.com/cachetassociates  https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-henley-05525524/   Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Stepping outside of the comfort zone requires self awareness and the ability to make informed decisions." After meeting Nikie for coffee one day and having a chat about whether age, experience or knowledge impacted our comfort zones and ultimately our confidence, I asked Nikie to come on the podcast to chat about it. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation, exploring challenges faced by new managers and the importance of self-awareness in leadership. We talked about how the understanding your own comfort zone from both positive and negative perspectives can help you to make informed decisions about stepping outside of it. We visualised an island in the ocean that represented our comfort zone and talked about sharks and dolphins as a way of understanding your comfort zone - you have to listen just for that bit - it's brilliant. We concluded with thinking about the barriers that people might face in relation to stepping out of the comfort zone. About Nikie You might not think early roles in radio, interior design and DIY sound like the most convincing career choices for someone who has since spent almost three decades as a Learning and Development professional, but all three of these roles gave me some great opportunities to learn about people,  hone my training, and facilitation skills, and craft my own path in a career I love.  Having gained many professional qualifications and experience in public and private sector L&D roles, I founded Curious Lighthouse Learning Consultancy Ltd in early 2016, where I specialises in increasing competence and confidence in Line Managers and Trainers to enhance their performance, whether they are at the very start of their journey or experienced professionals. ​I'm passionate about using creative learning methods which, as well as increasing engagement in the sessions, ensures better retention of information and quicker transfer of skills back into the workplace. (And yes, I do use LEGO® in many of the my sessions!!) Connect with Nikie https://www.curiouslighthouse.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/curiouslighthouse/ Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Saying no and taking time to make decisions can be empowering and prevent feelings of self-doubt." In this episode, I chat to Carolyn Sweeney, owner of Creations hairdressers and founder of Kin Connect.  We discuss self-doubt and its impact on confidence. We discuss the challenges of running a business and the importance of staying in your own lane. As well as exploring the link between knowledge and confidence, the power of saying no and taking time to make decisions. Carolyn opens up about her own self-doubt as a dyslexic person and how she has learned to overcome it, viewing it as a superpower. Carolyn emphasises the need to surround yourself with supportive and nurturing people and to be willing to let go of relationships that are not beneficial. About Carolyn & Creations Creations Hair Salon in Chichester have created beautiful hair for over 26 years. With expert hairdressing and super service at the heart of everything we do. At Creations in Chichester, we have a team of expertly trained stylists. So if you are looking for regular inspiration on your cut and style, or advice on your hair colour, from Balayage to highlights, or a subtle semi permanent colour, through a consultation we will guide you through your ultimate hair goals. Our team are trained to a high standard to ensure you have the best experience possible. Over 27 years ago, I had a vision to create a business where my team could achieve their goals and to create a culture where everyone could be an individual, create beautiful hair, and give the best service possible. We have seen so many changes in the years, but our philosophy has always remained the same. Connect with Carolyn: https://www.instagram.com/creationshairuk https://www.facebook.com/creationshairandbeauty Women's Wellness Event - 20th November 2024 BOOK HERE: https://lu.ma/1xq1hc14 AGENDA: https://creationshairandbeauty.com/wellness-event/

"Boundaries are about you, they're not about other people." I was delighted to welcome Emma Jenkings back to the podcast so join us as we discuss the topic of boundaries in relation to confidence. We explore what boundaries are, the importance of setting them in both personal and professional relationships, and how boundaries can contribute to overall well-being.  It's important to stress that boundaries are individual and will vary from person to person. We discuss the reasons why setting boundaries can be a struggle and the potential impact this can have on our confidence. We conclude by talking about how clearly communicating your boundaries to others can help manage expectations. In turn this can positively impact confidence by empowering you to protect your needs and values. Of course, as always, I ask Emma for her Top Tips for setting boundaries. It's a great Confidence Conversation - give it a listen and let me know what you think. About Emma Emma Jenkings is an experienced workplace mediator, 'Peaceful Leadership' coach, assertiveness and conflict coach, DISC Practitioner, interpersonal skills trainer, and mediator mentor. Since her business, Mosaic Mediation, was set up to in 2016 Emma has successfully worked with a wide range of organisations, sectors, and individuals to peacefully prevent, manage, and resolve conflict. Connect with Emma: https://www.mosaicmediation.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-jenkings/   Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Women tend to be risk-aware rather than risk-averse, and they make better investors." Loved this episode with Victoria Shepherd from Fincoco Financial Coaching. As a Navy veteran, Victoria gained the confidence and the ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations, which has translated into her work as a financial coach. Financial coaching is about helping individuals understand what they need their money to do for them and aligning their financial goals with their core values. Our chat about financial literacy especially for women was fascinating.  We talk about the financial impact of the menopause as well as discussing how our biases around women as the spenders and men as the earners - even now plays a part in how we perceive money. What do you think?  Are women risk aware or risk averse? Give it a listen, I'd love to know what you think. About Victoria Victoria is an experienced financial specialist and a dedicated champion of financial empowerment for women.  Starting her working life with 7-years serving as an officer in the Royal Navy, Victoria transitioned, via a break to start a family, to build a successful career in the financial services industry. Juggling work, family and exams, Victoria gained her Diploma in Regulated Financial Advice in 2019. As an independent financial adviser, she has successfully managed assets worth over £46 million and supported 290 clients. In 2024,  Victoria founded Fincoco Financial Coaching, a firm dedicated to educating and empowering women (and their families) to understand and build their finances. She is committed to closing the Gender Wealth Gap by providing tailored guidance that helps women navigate their unique financial journeys. Victoria's work is fuelled by the belief that financial knowledge and confidence is a critical tool for personal freedom and equality. In her free time Victoria enjoys outdoor adventures in the mountains with her husband, 2 children and dog. Connect with Victoria  https://fincoco.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/fincoco.moneycoaching/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-e-shepherd/ ................................. Love the podcast? Please subscribe

"Vision without action is merely a dream. Vision with action can change the world." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, Vanessa Buck from Vision Boards for All & I chat all things Vision Boards.  Vision boards can help gain clarity, motivation, and confidence through a collection of words, pictures, and quotes.  Vanessa also shares examples of how vision boards have helped individuals overcome challenges, gain clarity, and take action towards their goals. I love the idea of visualisation and how it can remove emotion, and make things crystal clear at the same time. Siri also makes an appearance - proof that there is no editing on the podcast - just pure authentic, confident conversations. About Vanessa & Vision Boards For All: Vanessa is on a mission to show that a vision board can be used for anything, self love, career, how you want your life to feel and what you want to attract. Whether it is your big dreams goals and aspirations or just having more joy calm or balance in your life. She wants to provide the education behind why vision boards work, and raise awareness of their powerful potential. As a busy working mum herself, she helps women who have lost their way and identity to shift their blocks and reignite their life by using visual connection and action.   Connect with Vanessa: https://www.visionboardsforall.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/visionboardsforall/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064021514793 https://www.linkedin.com/in/visionboardsforall/ Purchase the Journal: https://www.visionboardsforall.co.uk/journal Love the podcast? Please subscribe

In this conversation, I chat to Noelle Moyler, a women's wellness coach, about menopause and its link to confidence. Noelle shares her personal experience with menopause and her motivation for specialising in women's health. We discuss the common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, as well as the challenges women face in finding the right support and information.   Noelle explains why working with a specialist like herself can be beneficial and highlights the importance of taking a holistic approach to menopause. We also talk about on impact of menopause on confidence and the need for women to embrace change and be brave during this stage. Noelle Moyler is a Women's Wellness Coach, also known as Blueberries and Jellyfish. There's a common misconception that a woman's menopausal years will be miserable. We are conditioned to believe that the only thing ahead of us is hot flushes, weight gain, anxiety and joint pain. But I'm here to bust that myth wide open and reassure you that I can help with menopause symptoms so that you have a genuinely marvellous menopause! As a 51 year old woman going through peri-menopause herself, and who has spent the last few years educating myself in this huge but neglected area of women's health, I understand that what you previously did in terms of movement and diet needs to adapt during this phase and this is why I created Moyler's Marvellous Menopause. https://blueberriesandjellyfish.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/blueberriesandjellyfish/ https://www.facebook.com/blueberriesandjellyfish/

The Confidence Conversations Podcast is back for Series 3. In this short introduction episode you'll get a sneak preview of guests coming on and what we'll be talking about. As usual there's no editing, what you hear is the true, authentic confident conversation as it happened. In this short intro I also bust some confidence myths! If you want the download so you can take action, go to my website. Love the podcast? Please subscribe

This series of the Confidence Conversations podcast has been a good one.  The conversations have moved on from what does confidence mean to you to how does it show up in life and in business / work environments. Over the 10 episodes there were so many great discussions, I think with all of them we could have just kept on talking.  It was so difficult thinking about how to wrap them up and to be able to do them justice. I decided on a different approach for this the final episode of Series 2:  I asked my guests what question they had for me about confidence. So this episode is Confidence: With a little help from my podcast friends!I'm going to take some time to answer each question my podcast friends sent me.  In some you'll hear a clip of the guest as they sent me a voice note with their question and for others I'm going to read their question from email. Hoping that there will be a tip, trick or something that resonates with you in my answers.My thanks for this series go to all the guests and to you for downloading, listening, sharing, liking, commenting and sending me messages, I was delighted to have reached 1000 with this series (seriously I had no expectations!)Don't forget if you've listened to an episode and love the guest, go give them a follow on social or check out their website. More news on series 3 coming soon. I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

This episode was fabulous to record.  Kate & I met through networking and our shared love of being authentic - across all areas of business from the 60 sec pitch to websites and social media.   So I was delighted when she agreed to be a Confidence Conversations guest.   We could have talked forever, there was lots to discuss, the below topics give you a flavour!!The "About" section on a website and how the bio is the most difficult thing to write!Confidence from preparation to pressure Learning to say noFocusing on our strengthsGetting confident to deliver 'Killer Copy'Importance of networking for our confidenceOf course at the end, Kate shares her top tips as a summary of what we've talked about.  If you're anything like me, you'll be opening up your website and checking out your "About Me/Us" page.Websites and business aside, there's loads in the episode about how our experiences and environment shape us as individuals and how they impact our confidence levels.And did you know Kate used to be BA Cabin Crew?  Nope me either!! About KateI'm a Digital Marketer and a Professional Copywriter. I like to say that I make websites and words work together! I bridge the gap between design and content, understanding each element's vital role in creating a compelling online presence. In short, I help other businesses get found online.Almost twenty years ago, following a move halfway around the world to New Zealand, I started an e-commerce business that sold high-end fashion accessories.In those days, websites were still very smoke and mirrors. There were no DIY platforms, so design agencies were the only route available. The costs to build a decent website back then were eye-watering.So, after I'd blown my marketing budget on a stunning site, I soon discovered that much of the ‘getting the word out' would come down to me. I swiftly learned how to craft a media release that cut the mustard and became a very early adopter of content marketing.After a few years, I realised I enjoyed writing more than everything else. So, I ditched the handbags and sparkly trinkets for my keyboard and began to help other businesses find their place online.I now live close to Chichester in West Sussex and work with clients throughout the U.K. and internationally. https://katecoote.com/https://copykate.co/https://www.instagram.com/agirlcalledkate/https://www.linkedin.com/in/katecoote/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

Confidence & Imposter SyndromeWell this is a great episode with Emily Perry from The People Consultancy.Imposter Syndrome is something that many people have and it comes crippling feeling that you are a complete fraud and you are going to get caught our at any time. Emily and I could have talked FOR EVER about this topic.  We start with defining Imposter Syndrome, then go on to talk about who suffers from it & what feelings and behaviours are associated with it, including how it works with where we place our conditional worth.Emily shares her own experience of imposter syndrome, how she got help and how she now manages it when it shows up again. We also went on to talk about whether or not it has become a bit of a buzz word and some may think they have imposter syndrome but actually don't.  Emily talks about how you can identify if you have imposter syndrome.As always there are 3 top tips at the end, these tips are ways for you to identify if you have imposter syndrome. If you think you have Imposter Syndrome then this is the episode for you!About EmilyEmily is a seasoned People Professional and has worked within the industry for the last 20 years. Her passion and expertise lie in helping individuals unlock their full potential, overcome professional and personal obstacles, and cultivate thriving businesses and teams, all while ensuring well being remains a priority.Emily supports individuals through 1:1 and group coaching sessions and has particular interest and expertise in working with and preventing burnout.Her own journey experiencing burnout was supported by the power of coaching, and it played a pivotal role in helping her get through one of the most challenging periods in her life. This profound personal transformation served as the motivation for Emily to become a coach herself.In addition to her wealth of practical experience, Emily holds accreditations in a diverse array of coaching modalities, ranging from traditional performance and business techniques to NLP, emotional coaching, CBT, and counseling methodologies. This eclectic blend of approaches empowers her to provide each client with a holistic toolkit and a tailored approach that is entirely unique to their needs.Connect with Emily: Web: www.thepeopleconsultancy.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyperry-people/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyperrycoaching/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

This episode is a great conversation with Julian Roberts all about confidence and resilience.I was really keen to explore with Julian the link between the two, because I think there are so many similarities.   Julian's take on resilience isn't about grit and determination of simply carrying on, which he says is a slightly toxic way of going through life.  Resilience is about creating a learning loop, when you get knocked down by something that challenges you, you take the learning from it ready to go again, it's in this learning loop where resilience can be built. We chat about the difference between courage and confidence and why Julian doesn't want to feel confident in every situation. We discussed how having a purpose can have a direct impact on your resilience, usually the purpose is always bigger than you and it provides a source of inspiration to energise you when things are tough. The comfort zone came up in relation to resilience and how we now live in a world of comfort that society has created around us.Of course at the end Julian gave his 4 top tips for building resilience. I loved chatting to Julian we covered so much in such a short conversation, give the episode a listen and let me know what you think. About JulianJulian Roberts is an Executive and Leadership Coach with a background in commercial and sales. After 20 years in the business world as a sales leader, he realised his true passion was unlocking the potential of others. In 2018, he transitioned into coaching, gaining clarity, purpose, and a passion for helping individuals and organisations unlock their human potential, build growth strategies, and cultivate a resilient mindset. Connect with Julianhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julesroberts/https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/podcast-1I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

In this episode I chat to Phil Salton from Chichester Recruitment.  To use Phil's words "It does what it says on the tin - recruitment in Chichester". For me, Phil is one of the most confident people I have met out networking so I was keen to get his take on confidence as well as talking about confidence in recruitment and interviews. Often in coaching we end up talking about a client's job application, their CV, or an interview they're attending  and then the self-doubt, lack of confidence or inner critic that then presents itself. Give this episode a listen.  We talk everything from Phil's Military career and what this taught him about confidence through to hybrid working and watching the working landscape changing as well as killer questions a candidate can ask at the end of an interview. Phil shares his 3 top tips for confidence in interviews at the end of the episode. About PhilAs a local resident in the Chichester are for the past 15 years, I have gone from working with national and some international clients, to solely working with clients based in and around the Chichester area.I love where I live and I'm proud and delighted to support a wide range of SME clients from retail, to professional services and everything in between!Find out more about Phil and his work: chichesterrecruitment.co.ukConnect with Phil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philsalton/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

CONFIDENCE & CHANGE IN THE WORKPLACEGreat to have Tina Jennings on the podcast to talk about change and transformation in business.  Most people come to coaching because of a change - whether that's a change they want to make themselves or a forced change from the employer, but change is so emotive for most.  It's also the thing that's the most constant!As humans we are always processing change, and that change happens for all of us at a different speed.   We chat all things from the cake of confidence, to the Kubler Ross Change Curve, to who's in your tribe to help you to take action and move something forward from the change.  Tina gives some great tips about where you can find and get support if you are experiencing change in the workplace. About Tina….Tina Jennings Chief Change Officer - A change & culture transformation expert.Problem fixer, chaos clearer, pathfinder and a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Personnel and Development.Tina's corporate background offers leaders change expertise in multiple geographies, functions, and industries, in growth as well as downsizing. Her proven track record enables fast diagnosis of the change required and accompanying action plans to deliver impactful outcomes, behavioural change, and business ambition.Whether the change is required to improve costs, efficiencies, performance, or culture, she has been there and gets energy from helping businesses with 250+ employees make the complex simple.Skilled at creating and implementing seamless and transformative change, which ignites business growth and positively impacts the bottom line, she loves nothing more than supporting people to thrive, ‘unlocking potential and results time and time again'.Connect with Tina:LinkedIn: tina-jennings-change-transformationWebsite: www.cosancroga.comChange Curve:  https://www.mindtools.com/au03rgg/the-change-curveI'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

Overwhelm & Confidence (and everything in between)This is jam packed conversation primarily about overwhelm with lots of other chat and topics included too!  We talk about metaphors and how they can help us to describe overwhelm and how we are feeling about it.  Did you know we use a metaphor in every 6 words?  We discuss why "mood hoovers" and "negative Nelly's' can be good for you and that as humans we are constantly judging each others' language.As well as defining overwhelm, Sheryl gives her top 3 tips for managing overwhelm in the moment. About SherylSheryl Andrews – aka ‘The Listening Detective' is a coach, listening skills trainer, motivational speaker and author of “Manage your critic – from overwhelm to clarity in 7 steps” and soon to be published ‘Do, delegate or ditch with confidence.'Sheryl has a distinction in personal performance coaching, is a certified clean language facilitator and level 1 systemic model facilitator but she says her greatest achievement to date was learning what kind of listening her teenage daughter needed in order to rebuild their relationship when they were in crisis. Sheryl draws on 30 plus years motivating, managing and mentoring others at work and her own challenges of managing a blended family of 5 children through change, to resource, support and inspire others. Sheryl is both funny, raw and honest when sharing the stories of what happens inside when on the outside the rest of the world thinks you are okay. She makes the impossible feel possible through simple step by step strategies that you can learn and quickly apply. Connect with Sherylhttps://stepbysteplistening.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherylandrews/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

This is a great episode of the confidence conversations podcast where I chat to Vicky Booker who is a style and personal brand coach.For me there is a big link between confidence and what you wear, it's linked to your environment and how you feel which in turn impacts your confidence.As well as talking about what confidence means to her and how she manages it Vicky shares with us how she helps her clients to be more confident with their style and clothing choice.Working with people one to one and in groups Vicky is able to explore people's colour types in relation to what they wear.  It was so interesting to hear her talk about the psychology to what you wear and what the different colours mean. We needed no excuse to talk about big pants with that on the inside or the outside and you'll have to listen to the episode to find out more about that.I loved that Vicky shared her advice about beginning with the end in mind from Steven Coveys 7 habits of highly effective people.  Preparation is key to feeling confident and feeling confident in what you are wearing can form part of your preparation.We talk about the most common reasons why people work with Vicky how she helps them to think differently about what they have been wearing and what they could wear.Listen to the episode in full to find out Vicky's one piece of advice for feeling more confident with your style. About VickyOver the past ten years, I've boosted hundreds of women's and men's image confidence. Helping them to be the most stylish and impactful version of themselves.I coach clients to discover how they want to make an impact. It might be in their business, their career, or their personal life. I enjoy guiding them to find their own sense of style that both suits them, and projects their values and personality, as well as showing them the best colours and shapes that work for them.  I've also worked with dozens of businesses and organisations, helping them to deliver personal branding and impact workshops for their teams and clients.Here are the links for where to find & connect with Vicky: https://vickybooker.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vickybookercoachandstyle/https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickybooker/https://www.instagram.com/vickybookerstyle/And this is the link to the research Vicky mentioned about the superhero t-shirts in the episode:http://karenpine.com/research/fashion-psychology/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

In this episode of the confidence conversations podcast I chat to Elly Johnson from Well Minds Training.  This was Elly's first ever podcast and I'm delighted she chose to do that with me.Back in 2022 I trained as a mental health first aider with Elly, I want to add some tools around mental health first aid to my coaching kitbag as well as understanding more about mental health increasing my knowledge and my confidence in how I could best support those who suffer with poor mental health.In this episode we talk about lots of topics; the links between confidence, mental health & physical health; how the pandemic might have helped with the stigma around mental health;the focus put on physical health and first-aid & why there needs to be the same focus on mental health 10 keys to happier living https://actionforhappiness.org/10-keys The stats on mental health speak for themselves, 1 in four people will suffer from poor mental health and 1 and 6 working age adults have symptoms associated with poor mental health resulting in 72 million working days lost per year. Give the episode a listen, we'd love to know what you think. About Elly…I am passionate about raising awareness of mental health and mental ill health, helping to reduce the stigmas and discrimination that surround mental health, and supporting people to live positive and meaningful lives. With 12 years experience as a registered nurse working in the UK and abroad, I now enjoy meeting different people through delivery of the Mental Health First Aid courses, from senior managers of international organisations to self-employed personal trainers. From early on in my professional life I have had an interest in overall well-being which has resulted in me always thinking about people holistically whilst caring for them, but on a personal level I have experienced a period of poor mental health myself and, unsurprisingly given the statistics, have many close friends and family members that have been affected either directly or indirectly by a range of mental health issues.I am an experienced MHFA England Instructor member and I started Well Minds Training Ltd in 2018, delivering open courses to a variety of individuals or as an associate trainer for other training Organisations. I am also currently a volunteer for West Sussex Mind, part of a team providing help, information and advice related to mental health to anyone living in West Sussex.https://www.wellmindstraining.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/eloise-johnson-b0065125/https://www.facebook.com/wellmindstrainingI'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

In this episode of the confidence conversations podcast I chat to Emma Jenkings and I'll let her tell you more about what she does but her bio is also below.This is a great conversation around conflict and its relationship with confidence my objectives for this conversation where to understand as Emma puts it how to argue well for me it's about how to argue well with confidence. We talk about what mediation is and what it's not, about the language we use in relation to conflict and how talking about it differently makes it feel different. Emma has some amazing tips about how to face into conflict with confidence and also what happens when you don't face into conflict because of a lack of confidence.We all face conflict from time to time and there's so much information in this podcast but I really encourage you to listen to the full version to find out more. All About Emma: Emma Jenkings is an experienced, accredited and CMC-registered workplace mediator, living in Hampshire with her company Mosaic Mediation. She is also a Branch Director for the Mediator Network – which supports mediators with resources, coaching and training and offers dispute resolution services to individuals and organisations. Alongside her mediation work, Emma is a trained Conflict Coach, Mental Health First Aider, DISC Practitioner, speaker, and communication skills trainer. On many occasions, Emma has successfully supported clients by using a blend of the different services she offers and of the variety of skills she has acquired.Emma enjoys delivering online and in-person training to small groups and large audiences, and has also created a range of e-learning courses on managing conflict, communication, and assertiveness. Since starting her company almost 7 years ago, Emma has provided services for the NHS, colleges, council offices, property services organisations, pharmaceutical companies, and charitable organisations.As a conflict resolution specialism, the aim Emma has for all of the services she delivers is to equip organisations and individuals with the skills, knowledge and confidence to improve communication and relationships. Essentially, to learn how to ‘argue well'!You can connect with Emma: Websites: www.mosaicmediation.co.uk and www.mediatornetwork.orgInstagram – www.instagram.com/mosaic_mediationFacebook - Mosaic Mediation - Mediation & Communication Training | Gosport (facebook.com)LinkedIn - Emma Jenkings | LinkedInE-Learning and Downloadable Resources:  https://mosaicmediationvipmembervault.com/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

In this episode of the confidence conversations podcast I chat to Emily and Alan from Yellow Tuxedo about having confidence in your online presence.They've been working together as a real life couple for about a decade. They describe themselves as marketing mentors helping to show small business owners and entrepreneurs how to demystify the internet and get it working for their business.In this episode we talk about everything from marketing structure to your ecosystems to micro & macro marketing, from seasonal affective disorder affecting confidence to you being the expert on you.  There are some moments in this episode where we talk about upbringing, anxiety being a child at school again, getting the answer wrong and how that would affect confidence. We agree that often there's more to be said in saying nothing when it comes to content but that takes confidence to say to yourself I'm not going to post anything this week.This is one of the longer podcasts in the series but it's well worth a listen because there's so much content in this podcast that there aren't enough words for me to describe what we talk about. My final question was three tips that you would give the listeners about online presence and confidence and of course yellow tuxedo had more than 3, I think it was 3.75. So grab a cup of tea and give it a listen. Don't forget that you can connect with yellow tuxedo by following the link to their website which will take you to all of their socials.  And the link is below for the Digital Circus Live - 28th March 2023.https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/https://hopin.com/events/the-digital-circus-live-2023/registrationHttps://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/linksI'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

 The Confidence Iceberg Before we start with series 2 in this episode I spend a few minutes talking about the origins of confidence as well as the things that positively and negatively impact our confidence on a day-to-day and throughout life. If confidence is the thing we outwardly display to others this becomes just the tip of the iceberg of what makes up confidence. Therefore the roots of the iceberg go much deeper.You can listen to this bite-size episode where I talk about the confidence iceberg in more detail or you can head over to my YouTube channel where you can also watch a video explaining the iceberg theory.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUcXjsJsHjI&t=4sIn the new series of the confidence conversations podcast you will hear me referring to the confidence iceberg and the things that we are able to make a difference to in relation to our confidence.I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/

Series 1 of my podcast, Confidence Conversations, came to an end recently and there were some great topics we discussed, from the comfort zone to comparison.   So with this in mind, I have recorded some bite size podcasts (about 5 - 8 mins each) which give some context around some of the topics that were talked about.In this bitesize episode I talk through 5 Things Confident People Do.   Maybe there is one thing that resonates with you that you can take action with or maybe reading it gives you reassurance about what you are doing - a little boost of confidence. Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/Get the 5 Things Confident People Do download (It's free - no email required)

Series 1 of my podcast, Confidence Conversations, came to an end recently and there were some great topics we discussed, from the comfort zone to comparison.   So with this in mind, I have recorded some bite size podcasts (about 5 - 8 mins each) which give some context around some of the topics that were talked about.In this bitesize episode I talk about BIG PANTS, my mantra that has served me well over the last few years.  Give it a listen to understand why I think BIG PANTS are more than just big pants!  Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Series 1 of my podcast, Confidence Conversations, came to an end recently and there were some great topics we discussed, from the comfort zone to comparison.   So with this in mind, I have recorded some bite size podcasts (about 5 - 8 mins each) which give some context around some of the topics that were talked about.In this bitesize episode I talk about The Comfort Zone and why it can be a dangerous place to hang out along with how to identify when you are in it! Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Series 1 of my podcast, Confidence Conversations, came to an end recently and there were some great topics we discussed, from the comfort zone to comparison.   So with this in mind, I have recorded some bite size podcasts (about 5 - 8 mins each) which give some context around some of the topics that were talked about. In this bitesize episode I talk about exactly what the definition of confidence is.  I've learnt that it's a big word that we use a lot and it's often more than we think!Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Series 1 of my podcast, Confidence Conversations, came to an end recently and there were some great topics we discussed, from the comfort zone to comparison.   So with this in mind, I have recorded some bite size podcasts (about 5 - 8 mins each) which give some context around some of the topics that were talked about. The first one is all about the Comparison Trap.Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

My guest on Episode 12 of Confidence Conversation, the last in this series, is the inspiring Kate Harris who is the Founder and CEO of VotesForSchools. This is a great conversation about confidence as Kate is possibly the most resilient person I know which I think naturally gives you confidence when you feel like you have nothing left in your tank.   We chat about lots of confidence things including visiting the bank manager in flipflops,   and how the foundations of confidence can mean you either have a mansion on those foundations or you have a crumbling bungalow. Kate began her teaching career in 2000 and very quickly found a passion for Citizenship, PSHE, and student voice.  Kate left teaching in 2014 to follow her dream of finding a way to support schools in developing SMSC & British Values, making it engaging to children and young people, and getting students to discuss the biggest issues affecting them today.  Kate's Citizenship teaching days also developed her desire to see young people becoming more involved in democracy and voting. Kate co-founded VotesforSchools which enables any teacher regardless of subject or experience to feel confident to discuss tricky subjects and then vote, VotesforSchools takes this voting data and uses it to inform influential people and groups about what young people think and feel about a variety of political issues.Find out more about the incredible work VotesForSchools does by following them on the channels below:https://www.votesforschools.com/https://twitter.com/votesforschoolshttps://www.instagram.com/votesforschools/https://www.facebook.com/votesforschoolsConnect with Kate:kate@votesforschools.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-harris-767989110/Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website. https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

My guest on Episode 11 of the Confidence Conversations Podcast is the awesome Debbie Ford.Debbie was one of the very first business owners I met when I started my self-employed journey.  Amongst all the fabulous things Debbie does , she runs the Last Friday Club, a networking group based in Chichester and it was the first ever networking event I attended. It was great to have Debbie on as a guest to talk in more detail about confidence and despite admitting she was nervous beforehand, we chat networking, self-belief in the moment, how confidence is not a constant and that confidence is often being confident enough to not tell your clients everything.Debbie is a social media coach and strategist with over 20yrs experience in marketing, communications and change management.  She helps business owners feel confident about talking to their customers via social media. Her SuperHelpful™️ approach delivers exactly what you need in a way that ensures that your marketing efforts are fruitful, not fruitless.Connect with Debbie across social media:https://thechichestersocial.com/https://www.facebook.com/thechichestersocialhttps://www.instagram.com/thechichestersocial/https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbielford/Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

I met Rob back in 2017 in the corporate world.  I wanted him to join me on the podcast as he's someone I think of as naturally confident, so I knew it would be great to get his views on confidence and how he keeps his in check. Give this one a listen, we talk about all-sorts of things obviously confidence related.  It was so interesting for me to hear Rob talk about how his confidence is strongest when he's coming out of adversity and that what a rainy day meant 2 years ago now means something completely different.  Knowing that lots of Rob's clients a Yapster are in the retail & hospitality industry I knew his business would be rocked to the core by COVID.Rob Liddiard is co-founder CEO of Yapster, a mobile communication platform used by frontline organisations such as Next plc, Vision Express, Caffe Nero, Krispy Kreme, Marston's plc and many more. A company lawyer (practising in London and Shanghai) previously, Rob co-founded Yapster in 2015 to provide organisations with largely 'offline' workforces a secure, inclusive and GDPR-compliant alternative to unofficial use of WhatsApp at work. Over the past 6 years, Rob has become a specialist in the emerging field of Social Leadership, working with industry leaders to align and inspire hard-to-reach colleagues.Connect with Rob on social: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertliddiard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/yapsterchatFind out more about Yapster: https://www.yapster.info/Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

In this episode I have a Confidence Conversation with Melanie Griffiths from Movement Junkie - Energy Healer, Clairvoyant Coach, Empress of Empowerment.Melanie helps women become who they really are in their bodies, lives, relationships, jobs & selves through Movement - Dance, Fitness, Stretch + Strength Training and through Clairvoyant Coaching,  Healing, Energy Work & Meditation.  She holds Classes, Workshops, 1-2-1 Sessions, Weekend Retreat and Movement Mindset Holidays - In Person & Online.All the work, tools, exercises, techniques Melanie uses have been used by her to holistically heal stage 3 Cervical Cancer after being given 6 months to live by Medical Doctors 18 years ago!We talk through all manner of confidence topics from comparisonitis, to social media being the show reel of life, to the picture of confidence that society imprints on us to understanding how confidence helped Melanie through her incredible, inspirational journey with cancer.PS: Just to warn you there are some swear words in here - in case you are offended!Social: http://www.facebook.com/movementjunkiehttp://www.instagram.com/movementmelaniehttp://www.linkedin.com/melaniegriffithsWant to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Dan Heelan heads up business accountancy firm Heelan Associates, who help small business owners all over the country start, survive and grow.Dan had an odd journey into accounting, having been a business owner first, before retraining later in life to be an accountant.Fast forward 15 years later and Heelan Associates growing team of 27 are on a mission to set the standard for what small business accounting should look like, by combining traditional values with modern thinking.I loved this episode because we talked about so many areas from confidence being an outwardly thing and how we view or perceive people to be confident when often they aren't. We discuss the environments we find ourselves in and how this can impact confidence both negative and positively. Dan also asked me a great question about what I saw as the impact of gender on confidence.  Have a listen - I'd love to know what you think.Check out Heelan Associates' YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/heelanassociatesWant to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Elaine is a Sales Coach & Accountability Partner to coaches & serviced based business working together to turn their passion for helping others into sales.I've yet to hear anyone complaining about getting too much help but no one likes to be sold at, talked at or not listened to. There are many great things about running our own business but being accountable to ourselves isn't one of them. Sometimes we need someone to help us find the answers, other times we need someone to just give us some answers and when that is supported by actions & accountability it really makes it all happen.' Connect / Follow Elaine on social media - links below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaineatherton/ www.2summitup.com https://www.instagram.com/elaine.2summitup/ https://www.facebook.com/2summitup Contact info Elaine@2summitup.com07871115259Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

As the first male voice on the podcast, it is really interesting to hear Julian's perspective on confidence.  I really love his thoughts around confidence not being a passive past-time and you have to work at it.  He then went on to say about how confidence to him is about being positive and having an underpinning theme of wanting to feel & do good. We go on to talk about confidence running through everything from taking breaks, stress, and managing meetings and networking. Julian has spent 25 years in Corporate IT sales working with Global 500 organisations such as Lloyds Bank, JP Morgan, Tesco Stores, Thames Water, Honda of Swindon, Microsoft Corp, IBM, CapitalOne, Deutsche Bank, Merrill Lynch, Schroders AM, Novartis, Pfizer, GSK, to name a few! He lives in Chichester and is married with two grown up daughters.  He loves  golf, skiing and classic cars.He lists his key skills as: problem solver and business networker and offers business/sales development for all organisations looking for accelerated growth.Get in touch with Julian: Julian.moore@salesconsultingsolutions.co.ukWant to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

This Episode is with Elaine Hart Chief Banana Officer from Power Fitness Events. Elaine's business took off at the height of the first COVID-19 lockdown when she created connection and a high energy space.  Since then she's created such a family of people who are connected through movement it's truly inspiring.  Every "rider" has a name and we talk about why and how I got the name GayleFORCE which on every ride I almost step into this zone and this gives me a boost of confidence in my running.  In this confidence conversation we explore so much!  Creating connection is a big part of confidence for Elaine and she firmly believes that confidence can feel or seem unreachable because of the attached stigma, that said she also believes that confidence is a practice and like everything else we would practice we have to practice confidence. Elaine shares some things that have helped her with confidence over time from Banana's words that every "rider" brings to their ride and how these words spark conversation that drives and creates the infamous #bikechat.We couldn't help but notice the abundance of C's that we discussed from confidence to curiosity to compassion, to courage, to connected, to clear to COVID! This confidence conversation is open, honest and unashamedly Elaine - I LOVED IT! We came back together in October 21 for Elaine to reflect on the impact of losing her Dad on her confidence - we'd realised we'd talked about what influences confidence - the bike - but less about who influences it.Find and connect with Elaine across social: https://www.powerfitnessevents.com/https://www.instagram.com/powerfitnessevents/https://www.facebook.com/powerfitnesseventshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elainehart-power/Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Episode 4 of Confidence Conversations with Lori Weber from the Mindful Eating Clinic.Through The Mindful Eating Clinic, Lori helps others find a happy life with food.  Having treated her own chronic disordered eating, she retrained and now coaches eating behaviour psychology, mindful eating, behaviour change and nutritional health.  Many of her clients have a history of yo-yo dieting, bingeing or emotional eating.  For some weight loss is also a goal and Lori approaches this with a non-diet, intuitive approach. In this confidence conversation we talk about how Lori's confidence is tangible for her, she can feel it in her stomach and this springboards her into action.  Lori tells us how her experience of acting and drama helps to support her confidence and how this links with acting as if you are confident. Lori shares a great example of how visualisation turned into action around healthy eating can build confidence in changing the behaviours.  How her brain is a menu where she can pull her own resources to build resilience.I asked Lori to explain a bit more about why she sometimes describes herself as a confidence player and how this looks and feels for her.  Take a listen to find out more.  Below are Lori's Social Media link links:Healthy weight management | The Mindful Eating ClinicLori - eating therapist (@the_mindful_eating_clinic) • Instagram photos and videosThe Mindful Eating Clinic (buzzsprout.com)(1) The Mindful Eating Clinic | FacebookLori Weber - The Mindful Eating Clinic - YouTubeWant to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

This episode of Confidence Conversations find me talking with Catherine Edenborough who is a Professional Development Coach.Catherine works with newly promoted women and those starting new roles to help them make a successful transition into their new job.  The first few months in a new position are a time when you are often feeling excited and at the same time full of doubt about yourself.  Your usual confidence can seem to have disappeared completely!  Catherine helps women start their new job at their best, managing their nerves, holding onto their confidence and setting themselves up for success in the longer term.During this confidence conversation we talk procrastination, big pants and preparation.  We discuss where confidence comes from and how Catherine works with clients, how she procrastinates, when she puts on her big pants and how preparation makes her feel more confident about taking action.  You can find Catherine: https://edenboroughcoaching.co.uk/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/catherine-edenboroughGrab her free guide to starting a new job well: Got Promoted. Now What?Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

Ally Berry from Ally Berry photography is this episodes guest on the Confidence Conversations podcast.  Ally is a personal branding photographer & loves working with entrepreneurs who are ready to take their business onto the next level of success using great photographs to help them to leverage the power of social media and their website. Ally & I talk mainly about the comfort zone and how when something is making Ally anxious she has this way of pushing through it to build her confidence.  We also discuss how things out of her comfort zone don't come along too often and that's ok.   When Ally did my personal branding photoshoots, she has this way of making you feel really confident in front of the camera and says that 90% of her clients say they feel anxious or terrified about the photoshoot.  Listen to find out more about how Ally helps her clients to overcome this feeling to get incredible photos.You can get in touch with Ally in the following ways: www.allyberry.co.ukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ally-berry-71a53299/https://www.instagram.com/allyberryphotography/https://www.facebook.com/AllyBerryPhotographyThe app Ally refer to is: ThinkUp: Positive AffirmationsWant to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/

LDV from LDV Works joins me on the first podcast in the Confidence Conversations series.  As someone who's perceived as naturally confident it was so interesting to hear that the word confidence isn't naturally part of her vocabulary. LDV shares with us her Living Designedly vision and how she works with people to achieve this. We discuss when confidence is at the lowest and highest and how to recognise the triggers along with how being self-aware has a high impact on your confidence.https://www.ldvworks.com/ You can follow her on social media at: https://www.instagram.com/ldvlives/ https://www.instagram.com/ldv_works/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ldv-lauren-de-vries-154a6352/Want to know more about me & Enrichment Coaching then follow the link below to my website.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/