Contagious Confidence Podcast

In this deeply personal episode, I reflect on my pregnancy journey, detailing the emotional ups and downs, the physical challenges, and the profound lessons I learned along the way. From the initial shock of discovering I was pregnant to navigating the complexities of pregnancy and ultimately welcoming my daughter into the world, I am sharing my raw and honest experience with you. This episode offers insights and encouragement for those on their pregnancy journey or grappling with the complexities of parenthood.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:Uncertainty surrounding motherhood.Societal pressure to become a mother versus genuine desire.Physical and mental preparation before getting pregnant Expectations and confronting fears during the early stages of pregnancy.Embracing fear and vulnerability as part of the journey.Understanding the uniqueness of each pregnancy experience.Grappling with the loss of autonomy and the sacrifices inherent in motherhood.Shifting your mindset from productivity to self-compassion.Recognizing the transformative power of sacrifice and unconditional love.I'm starting Season 6 with a bang! I hope you enjoy this episode and find it encouraging.Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Let's talk about self-worth, shall we? When it comes to confidence, I feel like self-worth is something that is often overlooked, but it's vital to our confidence.  When we're born we have so much self-worth. But as we start to grow up, that's when our self-worth begins to get holes poked in it. There are people and experiences that we all encounter that cause our self-worth to be compromised so by the time we're full-blown adults, our self-worth is almost non-existent. I could not think of a more perfect person to dive into this topic with than my guest, Tiffany Houser. Tiffany is passionate about people and transformation. As an executive & leadership coach, entrepreneur, and woman of color, Tiffany knows firsthand about the roller coaster ride of self-worth. As the founder of EVOLVE, Tiffany coaches senior leaders who are ready to experience powerful breakthroughs around their self-worth, authentic leadership style, vision, and purpose. Collaborating closely with key company stakeholders, Tiffany also designs and delivers transformative team experiences and captivating speaking engagements. Her vision is to create leaders at all levels in companies and she believes this happens team-by-team, starting with the leader of the team. Leaders who are compassionate, responsible, inclusive, and empowered. With her 1:1 coaching clients, Tiffany uncovers the hidden struggles compromising their self-worth, often lurking in their blind spots. Tiffany's coaching creates massive clarity and confidence by reassuring them they're not the only senior leader in a top role experiencing this and equips them with tools to unpack and transform their self-worth. Tiffany is a Michigan alum, a former SoulCycle Instructor and DJ, and serves on the Board of Becky's Fund. Tiffany fills her cup with her partner Jay, their dog Coconut, and their adventurous life together.This conversation is so FREAKIN' GOOD. Tiffany really breaks down what self-worth is what it has to do with confidence and why it's so important, especially when it comes to leadership. I could literally talk to Tiffany all day about this and I can't wait for you to listen.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What self-worth isWhat the difference is between self-worth and confidence  How to improve your self-worthWhy the language we use is importantWhy self-worth is important in leadership rolesWhere to Find Tiffany:Website: evolveeq.comLinkedIn: @tiffanyhouser and @evolveeqInstagram: @tiffanyhouserStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Do you find it hard to set boundaries? Girl, me too. I think most people struggle with identifying when a boundary needs to be set AND actually setting that boundary. I've learned the hard way why setting boundaries is so important and I am sure many of you have to. We don't see many great examples of healthy boundary setting and why we all get into those situations where a boundary would have been helpful. Boundaries are a tough subject to talk about and that's why I am so ecstatic to have my guest, Marina J, on the podcast to talk all about setting boundaries, especially with the people that we love. Marina guides women to transform the relationship they have with themselves and painful dynamics with others so they reclaim their freedom, their power, their light, and their lives! She helps women rise with 1:1 coaching, free masterclasses, courses, and her #1 best-selling book and podcast, both called, Turn Yourself On. She has coached in Shadow Alchemy for 20 years and has also taught Japanese yoga and meditation for 25 years. Marina's perspective on boundaries is so unique and needed in this world. She has such a calming, endearing presence and helped me shift my perspective when it comes to setting boundaries. I hope you'll walk away from this episode ready to step into your power and set some boundaries so you can continue on your journey to becoming your most confident self. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:How to identify your own boundaries Signs to look for when you need to set a boundary with someone How to find the emotional support you need How to know when it's the right time to set a boundary Energy exchange Where to Find Marina:Website: marinaj.netBook: Turn Yourself OnPodcast: The Turn Yourself on Podcast with Marina J.Courses: marinaj.net/onlinecoursesInstagram: @marinajcoachingStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Denial. It's not something that anyone wants to talk about, right? But we all have experience with it. That's why I'm so excited to introduce you to Dr. Jane Greer. Dr. Jane Greer is a Marriage and Family Therapist, Psychotherapist, author, radio host, and creator of “SHRINK WRAP,” the popular commentary on what we can learn from the trials and triumphs of not only celebrity but all relationships. Through her media collaborations and professional insights, Dr. Greer is recognized as a leading national expert in love and relationships. She's the author of six books, including her latest, Am I Lying To Myself? How to Overcome Denial and See the Truth. My conversation with Dr. Greer was super enlightening. She has a really interesting perspective on denial and why it can hold us back, especially when it comes to confidence. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What is denial? How we can recognize denial in ourselves and othersHow to handle someone who is in denial about a problem or bad behaviorHow denial impacts our confidence Where to Find Dr. Greer:Website: drjanegreer.meBook: Am I Lying To Myself? How to Overcome Denial and See the TruthRadio Show: Doctor On CallPsychology Today: Shrink Wrap BlogInstagram: @drjanegreerStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Have you been searching for love for a long time? Or does your life feel out of balance? Do things just feel off, or do you feel like something is missing? Well, my friend, this episode is for you! I am delighted to introduce you to Feng Shui expert, Patricia Lohan. Not only is she an expert in the art of ancient energy work, but she's also a manifesting magnet, alchemist, healer, and real-life Irish Celtic Shaman. Some people actually call her the “Mary Poppins of Prosperity”.Patricia is the creator of PowerHouse Feng Shui and the Author of The Happy Home: A Guide To Creating A Happy, Healthy, Wealthy Life and Become a Business Powerhouse Using Feng Shui. She helps entrepreneurs make their homes & businesses magnetic to money, luck, and blessings. She shows you what they don't teach in business school, what lies between the lines - your top-secret tool for success. She has helped thousands of people across the globe embrace Feng Shui and create lasting changes in their businesses, homes, and lives.  Patricia has seen firsthand the power of the mind, surroundings, and inner healing, clearing and aligning everything so it works holistically. She loves entrepreneurship with 15 years of experience running and growing three successful startups of her own.Patricia has been featured in media around the world including The New York Times, CNN, Fox, Forbes, The New York Post, She Knows, Essence, Mind Body Green, USA Today, and Elephant Journal.Y'all. This episode is so juicy! I absolutely loved my conversation with Patricia. Through Fung Shui and some magical manifesting, she actually called her husband into her life. She shares tons of stories of people who have made some simple changes in their lives and homes and have been able to call some amazing things into their lives. I am obsessed with everything we talked about in this episode and I know you will be too.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What it means to call in your soulmateHow energy affects outcomesWhy the belief that things are possible is essential Setting up your environment to call in love The importance of getting your environment ready for your future How to figure out what you want in a soulmate What is Feng Shui?How to balance your house's energy How Feng Shui can make your life easier How to set up your home to help your confidence Where to Find Patricia:Books: The Happy Home: Your Guide to Creating a Happy, Healthy, Wealthy Life and BECOME A BUSINESS POWERHOUSE WITH FENG SHUI: How to 10x your results without working any harder.Website: patricialohan.comLove resource: patricialohan.com/love Instagram: @powerhousefengshuiStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Do you wish you were more confident when it comes to speaking? Whether we're in front of a group or a single person, a lot of us struggle with feeling confident when we speak. And there might actually be things that we're doing or saying if we speak that immediately undercut our credibility. Maybe your voice shakes, or you sway a lot. Or if you're like me your chest and neck start getting red and your throat starts tightening up. Or maybe you avoid any sort of speaking opportunity like the plague. If you're listening you might be struggling with feeling comfortable and confident when you're speaking or giving a presentation and that's okay! We've all got to start somewhere and listening to this podcast episode is a great first step! I am overjoyed to introduce you to my guest, Marianna Swallow. Marianna is The Speak Easy Coach. Her mission is to make public speaking easy and enjoyable for everyone – one speech at a time. Since 2014, she's transformed thousands of individuals and teams by teaching them to develop and deliver clear and confident presentations while making the process fun. A lifelong performer, she's a graduate of the Second City Conservatory. She currently performs stand-up and storytelling in Chicago. She holds a BA from Northern Illinois University and an MFA from Goucher College. She splits her time between Chicago and Charlotte.Marianna goes above and beyond in this episode delving into how to identify some unconscious speaking that we have, how to work on them, create more speaking opportunities for yourself and so much more. Get ready to walk away from the episode challenged and inspired to tackle those speaking fears. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:Unconscious speaking habits you need to breakThings that undercut your credibility as a speakerHow to stop apologizing How conditioning affects how we present ourselvesHow practicing is important to gain confidence as a speakerThe difference between thinking and preparation Tips for practicing public speaking How to create more opportunities to practice presentation skills or public speaking Tips for getting over the fear of public speaking Resources: mariannaswallow.com/blogThe MothWhere to Find Marianna:Website: www.mariannaswallow.comLinkedIn: @mariannasStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

When was the last time you got what you wanted? Having a hard time thinking about it? Me too! As women, we've been conditioned to settle for less and not even take what's given to us. But guess what- you CAN get what you want and you WILL get what you want after you finish listening to this episode. I loved the conversation that I had with my guest in this episode, Cindy Watson.  Cindy is the founder of Women on Purpose and the creator of the Art of Feminine Negotiation™ and HERsuasion™ programs. She is also the founder and managing partner of Watson Palmer Law. Cindy has specialized in social justice law for 30 years. She is a TEDx international speaker, award-winning author, master negotiator, and consultant known for her passion, commitment, and ability to inspire. As a world-class women's empowerment coach, Cindy has a proven track record of motivating women to negotiate their best life. Her new book, The Art of Feminine Negotiation: How to Get What You Want from the Boardroom to the Bedroom,  is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller. Doesn't she sound great? I can't wait for you to meet her!Cindy and I talked about how to figure out what you want, and how to get what you want using your Feminine Energy. Seriously, y'all this episode is packed with so many good tips, so I hope you take notes! In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:Why getting what you want is really clarity in the process and determining what relationship outcome that you wantThe difference between what you really want and what you've been conditioned to want. Tips for how to tap into your intuition Expectations of women being martyrs and giving up How to dig into your value Redefining compromise  What is feminine energy?How to use your feminine energy to get what you want How to negotiate the salary Tips for interviews and negotiations How to use our feminine to boost confidenceResources: How to Brag About Yourself with Dr. Winefred Bragg Episode A ssertiveness R apport buildingE mpathyF lexibilityI ntuitionT rustF ear E go A attachment R reactivity 5 W's: Who, what,  where,  when, and why  Where to Find Cindy: Book: The Art of Feminine Negation Free resource: artoffemininenegotiationbook.com Social media: @womenonpurposecoachingWebsite: womenonpurpose.ca  Podcast: ART of Feminine Negation Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

When I think of someone confident, the word happy also comes to my mind. It seems that those who are the most confident in themselves are the most secure and seem the most happy by definition. I think that throughout our confidence journeys, we're trying to find the things that will make us happy, the things that make us feel most alive and secure in ourselves. We're conditioned to think that it's material things or situations, but we all quickly realize that those things will not make us happy. My guest in this episode knows a thing or two about happiness and shares some amazing tips. I am so excited to introduce you to Diane Pienta. Diane is a creativity mentor, healer, forest therapy guide, and author. She's a former businesswoman and was sparked by a cancer diagnosis to transform her own life. She explored alternative healing, herbalism, yoga, and meditation, which led her to a new career in nontraditional ways of finding joy, inner peace, and creativity. She's the author of Be the Magic: Bite-Sized Nuggets of Wisdom to Feed Your Joy, Nourish Your Soul,  and Open Your Heart.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What happiness means How to find happiness Ways to be happy How to identify your strengthsWhy self-compassion is so important How utilizing your strengths can lead to happiness How happiness and using our strengths can help us with our confidence Where to Find Beth:Book: Be the Magic: Bite-Sized Nuggets of Wisdom to Feed Your Joy, Nourish Your Soul, and Open Your HeartWebsite: dianepienta.comInstagram: @dianepientamagicStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Are you frustrated with yourself? Do you find yourself complaining or are you constantly stuck in a rut? In this episode, we talk about one of my favorite topics and that's Confidence Through Consistency. Consistency is super important to me, but it's something that I often struggle with and I think that many of you may struggle with too to some degree. I am so grateful to have connected with my guest Valerie LaVigne for this episode. I can't wait for you to meet her! Valerie helps women who are making an impact live a life by design, not by default. Using the power tool of Healthy Habits, Valerie educates and empowers women to prioritize their health and wellness, so that they can feel great in their body and show up powerfully for the people depending on them.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What the biggest killers of consistency areHow to figure out what consistency means for youHow to create a life of freedom How to create more sustainable habits Why copying someone else routine/habits are not sustainable How to uncover clues in your current habits and routines How to build on already consistent habits Identifying success in other behavior/habits in your daily lifeHacking behaviors that help usHow to identify how you want to feel in your life How consistency can help with your mental health Where to Find Valerie:WebsiteWomen's Empowerment PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyInstagram: @vallavignelifeTikTok: @vallavignelife YouTube Channel: @vallavignelife Build Better Habits Free GuideStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Are you blocking your business' growth and success? Many CEOs are the bottleneck of their business – in this episode, we talk all about how to get yourself out of the way so that you can scale more quickly and sustainably (without burnout) in your business and in life!Lauren Goldstein is the founder and CEO of the award-winning and globally recognized boutique business consulting firm, Golden Key Partnership. Her clients lovingly call her “The Biz Doctor” because her superpower is helping highly specialized, 7-figure service-based entrepreneurs uncover what is keeping them stuck in the “trenches” of their business.As a trusted advisor to some of the fastest growing businesses and Fortune 500 companies like Apple, Nike, and AT&T, for more than 12 years, Lauren's greatest asset is helping business owners successfully transition through the gap from business operator to true business owner; from chief everything officer to powerful and effective CEO and leader.Lauren is also passionate about the mental health of entrepreneurs. It's her goal to create a space for her clients to have more fun, play, and do good in the community while helping them have a business that can sustainably grow without feeling like it is all on them - so when they decide to take that much-deserved vacation, their business runs without having to worry!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:How to structure your day for successAre we more committed to our vision? What can get in the way of our success Why operating in your natural flow is importantWhy knowing yourself is important Why having imposter syndrome means your qualified Confidence is a muscle that you build Resources mentioned: The One Thing by Gary Keller Automic Habits by James ClearThe Five-Second Rule by Mel Robbins Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke  The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Imposter Syndrome Podcast EpisodeTurning Your Inner Critic into Your Inner Champion Podcast Episode  Where to Find Lauren:The Biz Doctor Podcast Website: goldenkeypartnership.comInstagram: @itslaurengoldsteinStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Whether or not being a mom is something that's in your future, trying to juggle a life and a career is something that a lot of women worry about. There's a lot of shame and guilt that women feel when it comes to navigating motherhood and having a successful career. That's why I am so excited to bring you this interview with Samantha Tradelius.  A born go-getter from early on, Samantha always knew she was destined to do big things. Armed with her brokerage license and natural gift for being a connector, Samantha began her entrepreneurial journey co-founding Commercial Coverage Insurance Agency (CCIA) alongside her husband. Following her success with CCIA, Samantha knew it was time to lean into a passion that had inspired her from a very young age. Having never stopped thinking about the stories her grandmother and hero, GG, would tell her about raising three children as a single mom in the 1950s. Samantha always noticed that in all her stories, her grandmother never mentioned anyone helping her...or asking for help. She knew that her grandmother had done everything she could to rub her nickels together to make everything possible for her children.Inspired by this story, Samantha wanted to utilize her skills as a self-starter and born networker to create a non-profit that provided the much-valued support that many single mothers need. Not one to waste any time, Samantha got straight to establishing The Sparkle Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to helping single women throughout the Bay Area, the Inland Empire, and the Cities of Los Angeles and Sacramento.In just a few short years, The Sparkle Foundation has seen an unprecedented amount of success, thanks to Samantha's sheer determination and passion for giving back to her local community. Sparkle supports single mothers and children with an array of initiatives including enrichment scholarships for children, a Christmas holiday gift drive and back to school backpack drive.In addition to The Sparkle Foundation, Samantha established SparkleBiz, which provides micro-loans for female-owned small businesses, and access to a large, connected network. Since its founding in 2016, The Sparkle Foundation has raised more than $1 million—with every dollar reinvested in the community.Not one to stop there, Samantha wrote and self-published a book and is also the host of growing weekly podcast; InspiHER'd. Samantha's mission to support and uplift women shines through every project she takes on.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What being multi-passionate entrepreneur isWhy it's difficult to be a mom and have a careerDifferent ways you can be a mom and have a career wellWhy we need to remove the word "balance" from our vocabWhere to Find Samantha:Website: www.samanthatradelius.comSparkle FoundationSparkleBizBook: Impact: Stories of Change Makers, Creators, and Everyday Women Doing Extraordinary WorkPodcast: InspiHER'dInstagram: @samanthatradeliusStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

In life, we'll always go through different seasons, eras (hey swifties), chapters, whatever you want to call them and it's all about how we choose to navigate them. If you're looking for some encouragement for the season you're in right now, look no further. This episode is for you.Plus, I've been keeping a little secret and you'll have to listen to find out what it is!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:How to embrace a new season Tips for navigating a new season in your lifeWhy navigating seasons  in our lives can be hard Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Do you build things up so much in your mind only to be disappointed by the outcome? You're not alone. My guest, Jenna Brocious, and I talk about how it all comes down to our need to control things, and when we release that control that's where true freedom begins!Jenna Brocious is a speaker and creator of positive intention prayer cards. Her mission is to turn her pain into purpose and help others do the same. Jenna had a wild childhood. She was raised by a single mother, who had a revolving door of men, including one motorcycle gang member, and because of all that, Jenna learned what not to do at a young age.Jenna is committed to sharing the lessons and wisdom that she has learned over her lifetime. Once Jenna changed her perspective, her whole world shifted. Now she is here to help others turn their pain into their own purpose. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What attachment meansWhat it means to actually detach from an outcomeWhy we need to detach ourselves from the outcome of somethingWhy control affects thingsHow to release disappointmentThe secret to real confidence  Where to Find Jenna:Instagram: @jennab_spiritual Website: jennabspiritual.comPrayer Cards: JennaBSpritual on EstyStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Most of us have to work to afford the life that we want, but many of us are in jobs that we don't enjoy or have caused us to feel burnt out. Are you ready to find a job or career that you love? It's possible! My guest in this episode is Leading Career Development Expert and Multi-Best-Selling Author, Vicky Oliver.  She's the author of many best-selling books including 301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions (Sourcebooks 2005), named in the top 10 list of "Best Books for HR Interview Prep," 301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions (Skyhorse 2010), and Bad Bosses, Crazy Coworkers and Other Office Idiots (Sourcebooks, 2008) For more information, visit vickyoliver.comIn this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:Why it's tough for women in the workforceHow to find a job that you loveHow to create a career that you will loveHow to find a mentorHow to be confident in an interviewHow to be confident in your career Where to Find Vicky:Website: www.vickyoliver.comBooks:Bad Bosses, Crazy Coworkers & Other Office Idiots: 201 Smart Ways to Handle the Toughest People Issues (Self-Help Book for Being Happier and Less Stressed at Work)301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions: Land the Job of Your Dreams with the Ultimate Interview Prep Book301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette QuestionsLive Like a Millionaire (Without Having to Be One)Power Sales Words: How to Write It, Say It And Sell It With SizzleStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

At the end of the day all we truly want is to be happy, right? But what does happiness really mean to us? And why is it not something that we feel like we can have? Why does being happy seem so unattainable? In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What is holding us back from being happyWhy making changes is necessary in order to be happyWhat happiness meansHow to achieve happiness How to figure out what makes you happy Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Do you find it hard to stand up for yourself? This episode is for YOU! Christen Yuan is a Master Life Coach certified by the Elementum Coaching Institute. She is the Host of the Modern Day Asians Podcast where she talks about the challenges she faces as an Asian American and offers coaching on how to start overcoming those struggles. Her passion is to help Millenial Asians heal from their cultural pain and help them find their fullest expression, self-acceptance, and belonging within. Her goal is to be a resource to help Asians who never found belonging feel fully confident in themselves and their identity in occupying the third space. Christen is known for her ability to hold a safe space to ask powerful questions that you intuitively know the answers to. She is highly adaptive to her clients to ensure they have the right type of guidance for effective results and breakthroughs. Christen has worked in various Fortune 500 companies in sales, marketing, and product development. As a millennial, she has been able to successfully navigate one of the most male-dominated industries representing the lack of diversity in the workforce. She is passionate about embracing employee individuality to build effective, productive, creative teams that will drive the next level of innovation. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What being a self-advocate meansHow to advocate for yourself to your parent(s) Why it's difficult for us to advocate for ourselvesHow to stand up for yourselfHow to let go of the fear that is holding you back Why it's important to self-advocate Tips for standing up for yourselfWhere to Find Christen:Modern Day Asians Podcast WebsiteInstagram: @moderndayasians Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

When it comes to confidence, mastering your mindset is one of the hardest and most important things you can do.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:The importance of making mindset shiftsHow to make mindset shifts Examples of ways you can shift your mindsetDifferent scenarios that can affect your mindsetTips for changing the way you view thingsStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Divorce. Is not a word we love to hear. Right?! If you want a divorce. You're not the only one. In the United States, between 35%-50% of first-time marriages end in divorce. Many women have and will face a divorce, which is why when given the opportunity to have my guest, Nanci Smith, Esq on my podcast, I jumped at the chance. Nanci Smith is an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. Smith is the author of Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce which is available now.   In this episode, Nanci and I talk about what it means to have a collaborative divorce, how you can get emotional closure after a divorce, how to take care of yourself during a divorce, and how you can be there for your friends and family who are going through a divorce. Divorce can take a huge toll on your self-esteem and if you want to emerge more confident after one of probably the hardest things you've faced in your life, you want to know what your options are, right? If you're considering a divorce, going through one, or have gone through a divorce, I hope you find this episode helpful. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What is a collaborative divorce? Why you should consider a collaborative divorceSigns you should get a divorce The best way to divorce for your kidsHow to take care of yourself during a divorce How to support someone who is going through a divorceEsther PerelTo Break a Promise by David WhyteThe Book of Joy by Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond TutuWhere to Find Nanci:Book: Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Nanci Smith, Esq.Website: https://nancismithlaw.com/ Instagram: @divorceuntangled Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Because we all need a reminder to be kind to ourselves. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:Why being kind to yourself is importantWhy you're not alone in thisGiving yourself grace Surrounding yourself with kind people What you're going through right now is temporaryStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

The word negotiation feels big and scary, doesn't it? I'm always like– I'd rather not. The thing is, negotiations can make us feel uncomfortable or make us feel like we should already be on the defense. I think a lot of us go ahead and tell ourselves we're going to lose anyway so we don't even try. Negotiating is most common regarding jobs, salaries, and job titles but it can also be something that we have to talk about in relationships too. A lot of times, we may feel undervalued or underappreciated or know for a shadow of a doubt that we're worth more than we're getting, it's tough. But these are all stories that we tell ourselves. The key to negotiating with confidence is going into a negotiation knowing what you want and looking at it from the perspective that both parties will win. If you want to know the juicy secrets about how to negotiate with confidence, I am so glad you tuned into this episode. I learned so much from my guest, Beth Fisher-Yoshida and I know you will too! Here's a little more about Beth before we dive into the interview. Beth is a global expert and educator in intercultural negotiation and communication. She's the program director of Columbia University's Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, a negotiation consultant for the United Nations, and the CEO of the consulting agency Fisher Yoshida International. She works in the U.S. and worldwide, conducting workshops on leadership, culture, workplace conflict, and negotiation, and boasts a client list that includes Fortune 100 companies, nonprofits, military and security forces, governments, NGOs, and educational institutions. Her new book, New Story, New Power: A Woman's Guide to Negotiation which came out on January 23, 2023, helps women of all ages make successful negotiations a reality.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What negotiation means How to prepare for a negotiation Telling ourselves new stories How to reframe your mindset around negotiations How to negotiate with confidence Where to Find Beth:Book: New Story, New Power: A Woman's Guide to Negotiation Website: www.bethfisheryoshida.com Instagram: @bethfisheryoshidaPodcast: New Story, New PowerStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Making friends is hard. Keeping friends is even harder.  Especially as an adult. Everyone has their own lives and schedules, and it gets so discouraging at times. When you do try and make time to see a friend or plan something it could be weeks before your schedules actually line up. Friends are such an important part of our lives, but I am starting to hear about an increasing number of people feeling lonely. I'm not going to lie, I feel lonely sometimes. I think all of us feel lonely at times.I am not a pro and I am still learning. In this episode, I am sharing some friendly reminders and tips that to help you find and keep friends. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:How to make friends as an adultHow to keep friends as an adultKnowing when to let go of the friendshipHow to show up for your friendsHow to friendships are key to confidence Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

When we're young, we're taught that it's not okay to have an ego. That ego is a negative thing.  Right? But the truth is, we all have an ego. No matter how much we don't want to admit it, we're born with an ego and it never goes away. I love how Oprah describes the ego on her Super Soul Sunday podcast she says that ego is …a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance. It's often referred to as the “false self”. The ego is your self-image, personality, accomplishments, perceived weaknesses, etc. It separates us from everyone else. It makes judgments, longs to feel special, loves conflict, creates enemies, and operates out of fear. Oprah also says that “the ego has the power to influence or derail every aspect of our lives.” You might be thinking, well the title of this podcast is Becoming Authentically You, why are we talking about ego? And what does this have to do with confidence?Have you ever heard of the term, Ego Death? I hadn't until I met my guest in this episode, Nora Shepard. Nora is so interested in Ego Death that she's even starting a podcast with the name. You'll find out in this episode what ego death is and why it's vital to becoming the most authentic and confident self. But before we dive in, I want to tell you a little bit more about my guest, Nora. Nora Shepard sits at the intersection of process and people. She is a founding member of the award-winning personal branding firm SimplyBe. Agency and since its inception, Nora has built the frameworks and processes that today serve as the bedrock of the organization. Today she serves as their Head of Business Development, spearheading the expansion into new markets and oversees all new partnerships, growing the company to multi-seven figures alongside its other founders. She is especially passionate about helping others embrace their ego deaths in pursuit of a freer life.I could literally talk to Nora for hours, as you can tell by the length of this episode, but I promise, it's worth listening to the full episode!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What ego death isHow ego can be a good thingHow to listen to yourself Listening to your intuition  Grieving a version of yourself How to break free of the mindset that life is happening to you instead of for youHow to become your most authentic selfWhere to Find Nora:LinkedIn: @thenorashepard TikTok: @thenorashepardInstagram: @thenorashepard Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

If you feel like you have to be productive all of the time, you're not alone. There's actually a term for it and it is called Internalized Capitalism. Productivity is valued and leisure is not. Why? Because we tie our self-worth to how productive we are.  You can break free of this mindset. This is something that so many of us struggle with and it starts with awareness. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What causes us to feel like we have to be productive all of the timeHow our worthiness is tied up in our productivity Tips for breaking free of internal capitalism Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

What do you think of when you hear the word "brave"? I think of people who have, despite their fear, conquered something. It's also a word that my guest in this episode has chosen to be her word of the year for 2023 and what inspired her to reach out to me to be on this podcast and start her YouTube channel. Juliet Rath is a newlywed and young professional who loves all things marketing. And someone who is exploring what it means to have courage in every aspect of her life. Her goal is to motivate women to become more open and honest so we can have deeper, more authentic relationships with ourselves and others. To know Juliet is to love her and I can't wait for you to hear the special conversation we had!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What being brave meansHow to be more braveWhy creating community is important How to identify your "why"Tips for being braveWhere to Find Juliet:Instagram: @julietrathYouTube: @julietrathStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

What is holding you back from pursuing your dreams and desires? If you have an idea or there's something that you have always wanted to do- what's stopping you?Episode mentioned: How Living in Pleasure & Joy will Lead to Financial and Emotional Abundance  with Jen Szpigiel Follow my mother-in-law's art journey: @cindyhawkesartIn this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:The 4 things that are holding you back from pursuing your dreams and desiresHow to get over the obstacles that are holding you back Why it's important to follow your dreams and desires How to give yourself permissionHow to navigate through your fearStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Beauty and confidence - they have a lot to do with each other. Think about someone you think is super confident. Do they believe they're beautiful? You bet they do! When you're your most confident self, believing you are beautiful comes to you a lot easier. It doesn't mean that you won't have your moments where you pick yourself apart, but confidence has a lot of influence on how you carry yourself so that your beauty will shine even more than it used to. In this episode, we dive into all of this and so much more, and my hope is that after you listen to our conversation that you will have the encouragement you need to start embracing your beauty. Arndreya Price is recognized as one of the world's most progressive and insightful lifestyle brand luminaries. Her mission to help people feel beautiful and value themselves is achieved through her highly sought-after black Greek apparel brand LNO (Like No Other) Greek which has served thousands of customers and her exotic destination wellness retreats. As someone who battled with body image issues since childhood, Arndreya wants people to know they are beautiful and should feel beautiful in their clothes. Contrary to what society tells us, beauty comes in various shades, shapes, and sizes. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What beauty means How to feel more beautiful Inward vs outward beautyThe danger of comparison How perception of beauty has changed over timeHow start believing you are beautiful Operating in your fullness Aligning confidence and beautyImportance of believing in yourself How to help others feel beautiful The importance of spending time alone Where to Connect with Arndreya:Personal Instagram: @arndreyaBusiness Instagram: @lno_greekFacebookLinkedInWebsiteStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

A new year is always a good time to start fresh. For many, it's a clean slate, a good jumping-off point. Some people come up with resolutions, or if you're like me, you set goals, or finally make the leap and start something you've been putting off because a new year always gives us a renewed perspective on things. For the first time in a few years, the beginning of a new year actually feels exciting, more than dreadful. In this episode, I'm sharing some ways that can help you make this year one of your best years yet.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Tips for making 2023 your best year yetHow to set goals and intentions How picking a word or the theme for the year can help How to get to know yourself betterHow to stop caring what people think of you Goal Setting Podcast Episodes: New Year, New Goals, and New MindsetGoal Setting for 2021Other Resources:How Are You Really? Book by Jenna Kutcher @the.holistic.psychologistStay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Let's talk about burnout, shall we? If we're constantly burnt out, that will affect our confidence. We've got to work and learn to start setting ourselves up for less burnout and more beaming. Because when we're burnout-free we can truly start to lean in and be out most confident selves. It's not going to happen overnight. It's going to take a lot of time and making some mistakes and learning from them. But once we get there it can be so freeing. Confidently step into this next season of your life investing more in yourself and the confidence will come with it. This episode was so easy for me to record. It literally just flowed out of me and I hope that it helps you in some way. I hope you take something away from it. Just remember, you're not alone in the way that you feel. I'm right there with ya. Confidence is a journey, remember and I'm here to remind you you're not alone. Podcast Episode About Burnout Mentioned: Burnout is a B*tch from the In It Podcast with Lindsey Plevyak In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:What is burnout? How to identify burnout: How do you know if you're burnout?Ways to avoid burnoutTips for navigating burnoutBurnout helpStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

When was the last time you had a negative thought about your body? How often does your inner mean girl make you feel like the worst person in the world? Was it a couple of seconds ago? Me too. I hope you're ready. We're doing it. We're going where many refuse to go. We're talking about our bodies. This topic is something that so many of us avoid because it's just too painful. It's something that we deal with every moment of every day and feel like we're trapped. Like there's no use in talking about it because it's not going to make a difference because we're so far away from where we want to be, why change things now? I couldn't think of a more perfect guest to talk about this with. My guest is Lizzy Cangro. Lizzy is an expert nutritionist, wellness coach, and multi-award-winning author with a deep passion for helping other women finally get the body they've always wanted without dieting. Inspired by her own journey to love her body, she founded Nutrition by Lizzy in 2017, to help clients stop calorie counting, enjoy eating without guilt, and confidently step into the body they love - and sustain it. Lizzy is a licensed member of the Association for Nutrition, certified teacher, and fitness instructor. Lizzy pairs a scientific approach with empathetic understanding to help her clients silence their inner critics, prioritize their health and wellness, practice self-compassion, and let go of the anxiety of comparing themselves to other women. As a teenager, naivety combined with bad advice from non-experts resulted in an eating disorder that lasted ten years. After much inner work, she reclaimed her body confidence, and now uses her journey to inspire and motivate others to rebel, unleash their inner power, and reclaim their own self-love.I promise that you're not going to want to skip this episode. This is such an empowering conversation and one that I will not ever forget.  Music mentioned in this episode: Victoria's Secret by Jax Unpretty by TLC Salute by Little MixCuff It by Beyonce In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Why women are so critical of our bodiesHow diet culture has corrupted how we look at our bodiesHow to deal with our inner mean girl/inner criticTips for treating ourselves betterToxic body positivity How to listen to your bodyBeing aware of what our body is telling usReclaim the Rebel: Lizzy's Book Where to Find Lizzy:Book: Reclaim the Rebel: 12 Rebellious Acts  to Achieve Unconditional Love for Your BodyInstagram: @nutritionbylizzy DM word "GIFT" for free goodies from LizzyStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Have you heard of Human Design? If not, I'm sure you'll want to know more about it after listening to this episode. Human Design is essentially a holistic self-knowledge system. The Human Design practice combines astrology and a few ancient texts and philosophies that center around the division of personalities into five energy types that indicate how someone is supposed to exchange energy with the world. I knew a little bit about Human Design, enough to be intrigued. I had heard about listening to other podcasts and have a few friends that are into it, but beyond that, I didn't really know that much. Basically, you can search “Human Design” on google and find a website where you have to enter the day, the month the exact time, and the location of your birth and you'll get your results. It's pretty easy! While I was preparing for this episode I wanted to make sure I got everything exactly right, so I pulled out my birth certificate! If you're still like “huh”? Don't worry, my guest, Allie Tymo explains it a lot better than I can. Allie Tymo is a Brand Strategist and Energetic Embodiment Coach who helps purpose-led entrepreneurs and creators grow and scale their businesses using strategies anchored in authenticity and alignment. Allie believes that a business is a vehicle to express a soul's purpose and the breeding ground for healing, transformation, and expansion in all areas of life. She uses the embodiment of her client's unique energetics and Human Design while integrating aligned strategy, brand creation, launching, selling, and content creation to create impactful online brands. Allie is an expert at bringing big visions into reality while helping business owners embody a new standard of leadership.Allie left me speechless quite a few times throughout this interview because even though I had just met her over the computer screen she was able to tell me so much about myself based on my chart. I have learned throughout the past couple of years and especially through doing this podcast that truly knowing yourself and embracing yourself for who you are can help you become your most confident self. Something like Human Design can really help you unlock how you exchange energy in this world and free you from feeling the guilt and shame around not fitting into the standards that have been set for us in this world. I can't wait for you to meet Allie and to learn more about what Human Design can mean for you.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:What is Human Design?How to find out your Human Design?The different Human Design types and what they meanHow  Human Design can give yourself permission to be who you areWhat our Human Design chart can tell us about ourselves How we can take what we learn from our Human Design and implement it in our livesWhat it means to be the fullest expression of yourselfHow using your Human Design chart can help you grow in confidence Where to Find Allie:Instagram: @allietymoWebsite: www.allietymo.comStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

When was the last time you bragged on yourself? It's hard, right? The word "brag" gets a bad rap. We're taught from a very young age that bragging about ourselves is a negative thing. But the truth is, there's a right way to brag on yourself.  When it's done right it can help you get a better job and even better pay. You have a lot to be proud of, right?! It's time to let people know about it. That's why I'm so excited to introduce you to my guest, Dr. Winifred Bragg. Dr. Bragg is the creator of The Bragg Factor®, a system that teaches entrepreneurs, college students, and other professionals how to own and communicate their value.  Dr. Bragg is the Best-Selling author of four books including a three-part series that focuses on personal growth and leadership. She is a public speaker for corporations such as Fortune 500 companies and universities. She is also the CEO of The Spine and Orthopedic Pain Center in Norfolk, VA which provides non-surgical pain management. I loved my conversation with Dr. Bragg. We talked about how we can address the mental pain we experience around self-promotion and instead confidently talk about accomplishments for better opportunities and achieve success.  She totally helped reframe the way I think about bragging and why I should start bragging on myself more. You just never know what it might lead to. I hope you're ready to learn a lot!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Why people view bragging as a negative thingHow to get better at bragging about yourself Why you should be bragging about yourselfWhat the BRAGG Factor stands forMindset shifts you can make about bragging about yourselfHow to communicate your value How to get a better job How to get a pay raiseHow to create your own elevator pitch How to adapt your elevator pitchWhere to Find Dr. Bragg:Website: www.thebraggfactor.comFacebook: The Bragg FactorYouTube Channel: The Bragg FactorInstagram: @thebraggfactorStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Have you let fear hold you back in different areas of your life? Fear of failure? Fear of the unknown? Fear of change? Fear of how people will perceive you? I know I have! That's why I asked my friend Ally to come on the podcast to share her story and talk about her relationship with fear. Ally has used her fear as a way to help build her confidence. I can't wait for you to hear what she has to say.  Ally Evans is an encouragement coach, host of the newly launched Chasing Progress podcast, and founder of BravespaceCLT: a Charlotte-based group for goal setting womxn looking for a supportive community to go through life with. After massive changes in her life, Ally began a journey of self-discovery leading her to become the woman she is truly meant to be instead of settling for good enough. She is on an absolute mission to ensure that women are creating lives that they LOVE each day getting closer to the best version of themselves. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:How you can use your fear to build your confidence How Ally has used her fear to help her in the pastHow online coaching has helped Ally in her life How divorce and travel helped Ally re-discover herself Why she's launching her podcast- Chasing ProgressWhy she created BraveSpaceCLTWhere to Find Ally:Instagram: @allyjeanne__Podcast Instagram: @chasingprogresspodcastBravespaceCLT Instagram: @bravespacecltPodcast: Chasing ProgressStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Are you drowning in overwhelm? Frazzled by disorganization? Or frustrated by feeling stuck? Guess what? You're not alone. We all reach a point where it's easier to complain than course correct, but what if I told you that creating systems can set your future self up for success or put you on a path to feeling better. My guest in this episode has created a business out of helping thousands of women all over the world identify and create systems that help them achieve a balance in having both a successful home and business life. I can't wait for you to meet her. Alexis Greco is an Army wife of 11 years, and a homeschool mom to four children ages 8 and under. She spent 15 years in Network Marketing, reaching the top 1% of her company earning the use of a free car, diamond jewelry, cash bonuses, and leadership trips. She is a global coach, having taught over 1,000 female entrepreneurs in the US, Canada, Australia, & Europe how to use systems to create the thriving home and business of their dreams…a life in rhythm. She believes that you can be successful at home AND in your business, not one or the other. Get ready to feel more confident when it comes to running your home and/or business!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Moments of not knowing what the future looks like but keeping goingHow systems can give you the strength to run your home and your business How to identify systems you need in your lifeHow to do a mental clean-out Why giving ourselves room to breathe mentally is importantHow to build simple systems in your life to make things easier How to identify where you need systems Developing trust and confidence in yourself to stick to systems How to identify systems that aren't working for youWhere to Find Alexis: Instagram: @alexistgrecoStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

On December 31st, 2021 around 11:30pm, I handed my phone to my husband and asked him to change my personal Instagram password and not tell me what it was and when I was ready, I would ask him for it and log back in again. And on July 1st, 2022, almost exactly 6 months later, I decided to log back in again. Taking the last 6 months off of Instagram taught me a lot about myself and I wanted to share what I've learned and some mindset shifts I created during my time away. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Katie talks about 5 things learned while taking a break from Instagram Katie shares a couple of tips to help you create better boundaries around your social media useHow social media use can affect your mental health and your confidence Resources mentioned in this episode: The Social Dilemma Documentary McLean Hospital: How Social Media Affect Your Mental Health Article Goal Digger Podcast Episode: Is It Time to Delete Instagram?Living on Purpose Book by Amy Eliza WongStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

We communicate with people every single day, whether it's in person, over the phone, zoom call, text, or email. When it comes to our confidence journey it's important for us to feel confident in our speech. I used to be very quiet, but as I've grown up, I have found my voice a little bit more, but still, I really struggle with not feeling confident in my voice and whether people hear me. But it doesn't stop there. Oftentimes, my brain is going a million miles an hour and I am trying not to forget what I want to say, but then I also want to make sure that the person I am talking to actually hears what I am saying. Sometimes I wish I could just break through all of these thoughts I am having and come across as the smart, confident person I know that I am. I know that I am not alone in feeling this way, and I think that many of you probably struggle with feeling confident in your communication on some level. That's why I am so excited to bring you my conversation with the delightful Ryan O'Shea. Ryan O'Shea is a Los Angeles-based voice, accent, and communication coach. She has a background in acting and is a certified coach of Fitzmaurice Voicework, Knight-Thompson Speechwork, and Organic Intelligence. Ryan has worked with everyone from actors to professional athletes to executives and everyone in between on voice, accents, on-camera presence, social anxiety, and the intersections in between. Ryan is the creator and host of the podcast, Speaking Of…Conversations on Voice, Speech, and Identity with Ryan O'Shea. You can find out more about Ryan at www.voiceandspeechwithryan.com.I learned so much from Ryan and I know that you will too!In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:How to feel more grounded when communicating Practices that can help you feel more confident when you're talkingHow the way that you feel affects your communication How to have a more confident voiceThe importance of being present and so much more!Book Katie mentions by Amy Eliza Wong: Living on PurposeWhere to Find Ryan:Instagram: @voiceandspeechwithryanWebsite: www.voiceandspeechwithryan.comPodcast: Speaking Of…Conversations on Voice, Speech, and Identity with Ryan O'Shea.Stay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Don't feel confident when you're having your picture taken? Join the club! Having your picture taken can be a really vulnerable experience. For many of us, we really don't have many opportunities to get our picture taken and when we do look at pictures we tend to pick apart everything we don't like about ourselves. Am I right? If you've tuned into the episode, I'm assuming that you're looking for some juicy tips to help you feel more confident in photos and I'm so pumped that I get to bring you exactly that with the help of my very special guest, Beth Hawkes! Beth is a Los Angeles-based actress and photographer. Originally from Greensboro, North Carolina, she graduated from the North Carolina School of the Arts with a BFA in Acting and is now the creator and owner of Mariposa Pictures, an LA-based photography company specializing in actors, entrepreneurs, and creatives. Her previous acting credits include Chicago Med, the world premiere of Revenge Song at the Geffen Playhouse, and Marvel's Runaways. When she's not acting or shooting photos, Beth is likely reading a novel, hiking one of LA's many trails, or perusing a museum with a coffee in hand. In case you are wondering why Beth and I have the same last name, it's because Beth also happens to be my incredibly talented sister-in-law. I loved this conversation and I am so grateful that it's recorded. Not only does Beth share some amazing tips for how to feel more confident in photos, but we also dive into some personal growth and I definitely left our conversation feeling inspired and I know you will too! In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Tips for preparing for a photoshootHow to look more confident in photosHow to communicate with your photographer Why you should book a shootCreating a life that you love outside of your job How to be more confident in sharing what you do for a livingHow to develop the confidence to go for what you wantWhere to Find Beth:Instagram: @mariposa.picturesWebsite: www.mariposapics.comStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

This is a pinch-me moment because I have been listening to this podcast called SimplyBe. for years and at the beginning of each episode the host says “This is a Soulfire Production” and I always thought "that is the coolest name for a podcast production company".  I say all of this because, in this episode, I get to interview the co-founder and CEO of Soulfire Productions and the co-host of the top-rated relationships podcast OK Babe, Kelli Moore! Kelli is deeply passionate about helping people see themselves more clearly which is why she co-created Soulfire Productions: the premier podcast network for thought leaders, free thinkers, and visionaries. She believes in setting ourselves free from expectations, people pleasing, and the stories that hold us hostage in our own lives. She's also an Emmy Award Winning former Sports TV Host with an eye for truth and an ear for bullshit. She creates life-changing experiences for audiences and holds space for creatives to seek deeper within and become the most genuine expression of themselves.I had the most beautiful conversation with Kelli- I seriously didn't want it to end! I know you're going to love this episode.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:Why relationships with other women are so important How we must heal ourselves before we can heal relationships with other womenWhat hurtful and toxic behavior is towards ourselves and others How to approach conversations with other women when we've been hurtHow healing relationships with other women can help us with our confidenceHow we create healthier relationships with womenWhere to Find Kelli:Podcast: OK BabeInstagram:  @kellitmooreWebsite: kellimoore.coSoulfire  Productions Website: Soulfireproductionsco.comStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

I don't think I have ever said YES so fast to having someone as a guest on the podcast as I did for my guest today. I am thrilled to introduce you to successful entrepreneur, best-selling author, podcast host, life & business transformation coach, and international public speaker, Daniel Mangena.Daniel is a Public Speaker, Best-Selling Author, Broadcaster, and Coach. He is best known for his highly successful Micro2Millions program, being the author of Stepping Beyond Intention, and his Do it With Dan and Beyond Success podcasts. He is completely self-made and has spent decades perfecting his world-class coaching methodology. Daniel seeks to share his vision of empowerment and joy with the world. Using his podcasts (available on all major platforms), frequent blogs, guest articles, and a series of worldwide workshops; he has built an ever-expanding community. Named in the Wall Street Journal as a “Master of Success” and listed as one of the top 10 life coaches to watch for in 2021. Daniel also offers coaching and consultations in groups and in one-on-one sessions. Each of these sessions honors his mission and helps his clients find abundance, meaning, and joy in their lives.Daniel quickly became one of my new favorite people and I know you're going to love him too.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about:The misconception about the topic of Stop MeditatingWhy whatever your practice has to come to an endWhy it's so important to take responsibility for your life and educate yourself How everything points back to intentionality What confidence has to do with all of this Where to Find DanielFacebook: @thedreamerceoLinkedIn: @dreamerceoInstagram: @danielmangena.officialClub House: @dreamerceoYouTube ChannelTwitter:  @dreamerCEOWebsite: www.dreamwithdan.com/contagiousPodcasts: Do It With Dan & Beyond SuccessStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Ahhh dating…brings up a lot of feelings, doesn't it? Dread, excitement, and anxiety…just to name a few. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves when it comes to dating because, for most of us, the goal of dating is to find the person we want to spend our life with. No matter where you are on that journey, it's tough to keep putting yourself out there not knowing what the end result is going to be. It takes a lot of trying and this can really take a toll on our confidence and how we approach dating in general. But what if I told you, that you have more control over your experience than you think? My guest, Amber Grubenmann is a dating coach and I have a feeling that our conversation just might help change the way you think about and approach dating. Amber is the creator of the highly-rated Women's Dating And Confidence Podcast. She works with women of all backgrounds in her group and 1:1 coaching programs helping them go from dating to exclusive- without playing games.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast we talk about :Dealing with dating anxietyHow to listen to what your emotions are telling you about the quality of your connectionHow to find love when you have low self-esteem What it means to build up your emotional bank account How not to settle in a relationship How to build up your confidence before going on a first date Why it's important to set date intentions Plus, Amber answers some listener questions! How to handle the end of a date whether you're interested or not interestedHow to bring up being divorced when dating someone newHow to be more confident going in for your first kissand more!“You don't get to tell people how to love you; you get to choose if you want to participate in the way they love.”― Iyanla VanzantWhere to Find Amber: Podcast: Women's Dating And Confidence PodcastInstagram: @ambergrubenmannWebsite: www.ambergrubenmann.comStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Is there something about you that you feel you need to hide from everyone else? Have you ever looked in the mirror and not liked what you saw? As soon as I met Barbara Lally, I knew I would never be the same. I was so impressed by her openness and profound insight about her struggles. At the age of 10, Barbara Lally began pulling out her hair without being able to stop. What some viewed as a “bad habit” she may grow out of, the pulling continued and Barbara was later diagnosed with trichotillomania, the hair-pulling disorder. 18 years after her diagnosis, Barbara made the decision to accept her disorder and wrote a memoir called The Trichster Diaries. This was the first time Barbara was open about her trichotillomania in a public setting. It changed her life. Barbara finally loves herself for who she is and works tirelessly to spread awareness of a disorder that once caused her immense shame.No matter what you're going through, you'll take something away from this episode.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast:Her journey with self-acceptance. How to show up as you are.Barabara talks about how vulnerability changed her life.Tips for embracing things about you.Why it's important to trust people around you.Where to Find Barbara and Her Book: Website: Barbaralally.comBuy The Trichster Diaries Book on AmazonBuy the My Trichster Diaries Guided Journal on AmazonPodcast: Trich TalksTrick Community Instagram: @thetrichsterdiaries Personal Instagram @authorbarbaralally Stay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

My guest, Jen Szpigiel, left me speechless a couple of times throughout her interview. How Jen navigates her life, how she speaks, her generosity, and wisdom absolutely blew me away. I cannot wait for you to hear this conversation. Jen is not only iconic, but she's also magnetic. She's the true definition of contagious confidence because being in her presence made me want to be better. She inspired me to change my mindset around things like money and time, to practice more gratitude, and so much more. About Jen:Jen is the founder and CEO of Becoming Iconic, a 7 figure global business & leadership brand that elevates entrepreneurs who desire to create a 7 figure legacy through integral leadership.Jen is also the host of the podcast Becoming Iconic: The Masterclass. Becoming Iconic is all about the real, the raw, and the vulnerable truth about being a female entrepreneur while weaving in the practicality on what it takes to design a life and business you love.Becoming Iconic is the invitation to step into the new paradigm of leadership and empower women who are ready to revolutionize the way they show up in their lives and businesses forever while welcoming in pleasure, joy, and abundance.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast:How we can start living in luxury and pleasure NOWWhat it really means to live in pleasure regardless of the amount of money you haveHow we can break out of old narratives and mindsets How to figure out what brings you pleasure and joyHow to manage masculine and feminine energy Jen shares an exercise that can help you reframe your thoughts around money Where to Find Jen:Podcast: Becoming Iconic: The Masterclass Instagram: @becomingiconicWebsite: becomingiconic.coStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Have you ever thought about what your purpose is in being here on this earth? Do you feel like you know what it is? Or do you think you'll always be searching for it? Or have you lived your entire life thinking that your purpose was one thing, only to realize it wasn't what you thought it was? I've totally been there. For so long, I felt like I could never get clarity on what my purpose in life was. I felt like the things that I was doing lacked meaning. Like I was going through the motions and never really understood why I was doing what I was doing. Sound familiar? If you've ever struggled with knowing what your purpose is, I'm glad you're listening to this episode. And if you've never really thought about your purpose and don't think it's that important, I'm glad you're listening to this episode too.  About Amy Eliza Wong: Amy Wong is the founder of Always On Purpose®. She is an executive leadership coach, author, speaker, and facilitator working with organizations such as Airbnb, Salesforce, Roku, LinkedIn, Facebook, and more. Amy offers transformative leadership development and cutting-edge communication strategies to executives and corporate teams around the world, as well as institutions including Stanford University and the University of California at Berkeley. She pulls from various disciplines, studies, and practices to find a consilient approach to achieve flow and create profound impact through the three lenses of Self, Relationships, and Results.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast:What it means to live life ON purpose Why being present is importantHow purpose and confidence are relatedHow to deal with self-doubt and our fear of rejectionHow we can ultimately have inner peaceWhere to Find Amy:Website: www.alwaysonpurpose.comBuy her book, Living On PurposeLinkedIn: @amyelizawongInstagram: @amyelizawongStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

I want to warn you that what I am going to talk in this episode might be triggering to some of you listening. If talking about suicide and depression is triggering to you, please skip this episode.In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast:Katie addresses what she's learned from taking a break from social media and the podcast.Katie shares her thoughts about Cheslie Kryst's death. Katie shares 5 tips that help her get through tough times.Resources:Psychology Today Better HelpNational Institute of Mental HealthNational Network of Depression CentersNational Suicide Prevention LifelineAmerican Foundation for Suicide PreventionStay Connected:Katie's IG: @katieehawkesPodcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcastEmail: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Do you ever feel like you're all over the place? Like you can't seem to find anything? Or that the clutter in your life is just going to swallow you whole? We've all been there. Some of us enjoy decluttering and organization a little more than others, and some of us are too overwhelmed at the thought of even starting to declutter or organize our lives and therefore tell ourselves that we'll just never be that organized, but my guest is going to prove you wrong. I had the great honor of interviewing Jane Stoller, also known as Organized Jane on the podcast and I can't wait for you to hear what she had to say. Jane and I talk about how organizing and decluttering our lives can help us feel more confident and how even setting aside 10 minutes a day to organize an area in our home can make a huge difference! Jane also shares some of her top tips for organization and decluttering, so get ready to take some notes!Get to know Jane:Jane is a Swiss-Canadian life-biz organizer, speaker, author and university instructor whose passion is in decluttering spaces and organizing business processes. Jane wrote her first book in 2016 to help friends get more organized. It ultimately gained international attention, and this allowed Jane to turn her passion into a profitable business, Organized Jane. No matter who you are, I know you're going to learn a lot from this episode, so grab those earbuds and press play now!How to Connect with Jane: Website: www.organizedjane.comInstagram: @organizedjaneFollow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcastKatie: @katieehawkes

Have you ever been told that you're just not creative?  In this episode I chat with certified professional coach, Sarah Koestner, about how we can use creativity to unleash our confidence. Sarah believes that everyone is creative and that creativity connects us to our aliveness. We talk about all the different forms that creativity can take and how allowing ourselves to enjoy the process rather than focus on the end product is so important. We also talk about what it means to be a sensitive person and how we can navigate life's transitions with more ease and less anxiety. About Sarah Koestner: Sarah is a certified professional coach and a mom of a beautiful boy. She's also a former actor with 20 years of experience who is now passionate about supporting highly sensitive people as they navigate life's transitions with more ease and less anxiety. Growing up Sarah's sensitivity was often labeled as a weakness or problem. Through her own journey of healing and inner work she began to see it as the gift that it truly is. Now she supports others so that they can get underneath their anxiety, fear, doubt, perfectionism and all the other ways we sabotage ourselves so that they can hear the voice of their own inner guidance. Sarah partners with her clients to develop more self-trust and shares tools so that they can live a more courageous and empowered life. I hope you love this episode as much as I do!Sensitivity resource Sarah mentioned: https://hsperson.comWhere to find Sarah: Instagram: @sarahkoestnercoachWebsite: https://www.sarahkoestner.comFollow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcastKatie: @katieehawkes

I love setting goals going into each new year. I usually start thinking about goals I want to have going into a new year pretty early and take some time over the holidays to put those goals to pen and paper. I like having my goals where I can see them so I am constantly reminded of them throughout the year. If you're interested in learning more about how I set my goals, here is the Goal Setting Episode that I mentioned.I recently finished reading Atomic Habits by James Clear and I am so glad that I read it while I was thinking about what I want my goals to be for 2022. As I was reading this book, it got me thinking about who I want to be and how I can build good habits in becoming that person. I also listened to an episode of  The Goal Digger Podcast Episode with Jenna Kutcher the other day which inspired me really start thinking about where I put my time and energy. In this episode I share a few goals that I am setting for myself in 2022 and why I am such a big believer that if you put something out into the universe it has a way of manifesting itself. I take setting goals VERY SERIOUSLY.I really am on a mission to be the best version of myself and I know that not everyone feels this way. But I really believe that being honest and vulnerable with you, my listeners, will not only help you think about some things differently, but it will also help me hold myself accountable. I hope you enjoy this episode!You can listen to Brittany's episode that I mentioned by clicking here.Follow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcastKatie: @katieehawkes

We're faced with so many decisions every day; some will impact us for a short time and others will have an impact on our lives forever.Clare Cui made the decision to get breast implants because as a fitness competitor, she was told that she needed to. She came to this decision on her own, but little did she know, it would soon start affecting her health and wellbeing. I talked to Clare six weeks after making the decision to get her implants explanted, and she blew me away with everything she had to say. I promise, you don't want to skip this episode.More about Clare: Clare Cui is an international sales expert, trainer, and speaker who has led multi seven-figure sales teams to close over $9 million in high ticket sales ($4 million during 2020 alone!) With experience in leading and consulting teams for multi 7 figure entrepreneurs such as Lisa Nichols, Rachel Bell, and Sage Lavine, Clare is an expert in teaching online coaches and service providers how to convert high ticket sales without pushing or convincing.Since 2014, Clare has been teaching coaches how to have a permission based sales conversation that results in consistent $10, 20 to upwards of $50k months by empowering coaches to confidently stand in their highest value.Where to connect with Clare: Instagram: @clare_cuiFollow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcastKatie: @katieehawkes

In this episode I interview marketing and podcasting powerhouse, Michelle Vroom. Michelle is a business coach with more than 15 years of marketing & PR experience with nonprofits, agencies, and big corporations. Now she helps small business owners grow to 6-figures with more freedom and peace. Michelle believes every woman entrepreneur should be able to get clients whenever she wants. She understands the challenges of limited resources and time, and shares her proven methods for visibility and relationship building to get clients and grow your business.While I was preparing for Michelle to come on the podcast, one of the topics that was sent over was “how to overcome limiting beliefs that keep you from showing up and getting visible.” And I instantly knew that's what I wanted us to talk about. I don't know about you, but I really struggle with limiting beliefs. Actually, this entire year, I've been trying to break free of the many limiting beliefs that I have about myself and my capabilities. If you're like “yeah girl, I know what you're talking about” then you're going to get a lot out of this episode. If you've never heard of limiting beliefs or aren't really sure what they are, we'll get into that in our episode too, because you might find that you have been experiencing limiting beliefs already and now you've got a name for them.Michelle shares some really tangible ways to overcome any limiting belief that you have about yourself and she shares some instances in her own life where she had to really work to overcome the limiting beliefs that she had for herself and how overcoming them made the biggest difference in her life. Michelle confidently shares her struggles and it's really inspiring. I can't wait for you to hear our conversation.Where to Find Michelle: Instagram: @marketlikeabossmvFacebook Group: 10k Like a BossPodcast: Market Like a BossFollow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcastKatie: @katieehawkes

Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions? Are you living the life that you dreamed you'd have or are you living the life that everyone expects you to? What if you don't know what your dream life would be like? Do you relate? This episode will help you find the answer to the questions and so much more.My wonderful guest is Tara Fischer. Tara is an entrepreneur, mentor and personal growth & life design coach specializing in confidence, self-discovery and high performance.She is also the founder of the fast-growing lifestyle brand Lavii®, where she shares her expertise on in all mindset, mindfulness, manifestation, performance, self-discovery and healing. Her goal is to share the behind the scenes of achieving greatness and making dreams come true while driving high performance and increasing quality of life and thus make the term “Dream Life” accessible for everyone, without the struggle of having to have it all figured out or spending years on trial and error. She thinks that with the right support and strategy, you can grow through anything and achieve everything you ever dreamed of. So, she provides her students with all-time access to her and her expertise and thus feel motivated and empowered to create a life they love.Through her high value program, The DreamLife Project®,  she works with some of the most ambitious women who are struggling with a quarter life crisis & perfectionism on what she call 6 pillars of change: Self-Discovery, Mindset, Strategy, Healing, Mindfulness and Wellness and thus help them to engage in ultimate life design, achieve career goals, drive high performance and increase personal growth and wellbeing.I cannot wait for us to dive into this episode. Tara is such a wealth of knowledge and I still cannot believe that through this podcast I was able to connect with her and bring this valuable conversation to you. Where to Find Tara: Instagram: @tara.fischerBrand: lavii.netFollow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcastKatie: @katieehawkes

Have you ever wished that you had a personal stylist that could help you find clothes that you'll look amazing in? Sounds expensive or like a far off dream, doesn't it? Well, it's not as unattainable as you might think. My guest today is Nicole Boyd, Founder and CEO of Prept. Prept provides personalized yet AFFORDABLE style + beauty services that are designed to help you save time/stress and feel beautiful, confident, & Prept for anything.Nicole spent nine years in the corporate world in digital and strategy consulting (at names like Deloitte and Capital One) prior to pivoting to small biz and entrepreneurship to focus on what she is truly passionate about - helping women look & feel like the best version of themselves. Her mission is to make a truly personalized, fun, and affordable style + beauty experience available to the everyday woman so they can feel beautiful, confident, and Prept for anything. She grew up in the South but has spent time in NYC and can now be found in LA with her two year old and husband working on growing her business!We talk about her own journey with confidence and ways that she's been able to help herself and other women feel more confident through beauty and style. She also gave some great tips too! Get ready to feel more confident in what you wear and how you feel when you listen to this episode!Website: prept.clubInstagram: @prept_Text Prept: 855-582-3573Follow us on Instagram: Podcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Katie: @katieehawkes

Romance Author, Heidi Hutchinson, is an open book (pun intended). Heidi has self-published 14 books and just recently came out with her 15th book, Key Change, as part Penny Reid's Smartypants Romance collaborative universe. I instantly fell in love (also pun intended) with Heidi's vibe and insight and I'm confident you will too. I felt like I was catching up with a friend over coffee and talking about real life stuff. We talked about everything from self love to being deserving of love, and I stepped away from our conversation feeling so confident, which is the point right? I can't wait for you to tune into this conversation and hope that this episode leaves you inspired and smiling from ear to ear. About Heidi: Heidi Hutchinson creates funny, clever, slow burn romance for readers looking for a guaranteed happily ever after. She hopes the stories she writes inspire her readers to take their hearts on one more adventure. She lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota with her alarmingly handsome husband, their fearless child, and a rather large and spoiled dog. She is fueled by her unwavering and perfectly normal devotion to Dave Grohl and coffee. And a whole lotta love. Where to find Heidi: Instagram: @heidi_hutchinsonWebsite: www.heidih.netWhere to find her new book Key Change: books2read.com/keychangeFollow on Instagram:Katie: @katieehawkesPodcast: @contagiousconfidencepodcast