Secrets of Confident Women Podcast

‘Burnout will kill you, literally!'  In this week's episode, we talk about the very real issue of burnout which has become an all-too-common reality in a world where high -achieving women juggle endless responsibilities.  Jodie shares her personal experience with burnout in the demanding world of hotel management. She then interviews Sally McGrath, a burnout coach who has endured burnout three times and had to find strategies to emerged stronger and find balance. Sally now dedicates her life to helping others navigate the dangerous path of burnout, sharing practical strategies and insights that truly work.  Join us as we explore:  The early signs of burnout and how to recognise them in yourself and others.  Practical strategies for preventing burnout before it takes hold.  How personality traits can contribute to burnout and ways to manage them.  The importance of creating a supportive work environment and having open conversations about workload and stress.  How to support someone experiencing burnout and the benefits of seeking external professional help.  Sally's insights offer a roadmap for those feelings of overwhelm and exhaustion, providing hope and direction for recovery and balance. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of addressing burnout head-on. Whether you're currently experiencing burnout or want to prevent it, this episode is packed with valuable advice and inspiration.  Enjoy!  x Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women 

In this week's episode, we delve into the art of public speaking and how mastering this skill can significantly boost your confidence. Jodie is joined by Anne McKeown, a seasoned public speaking coach and author of the new book "Public Speaking: From Stage Fright to Spotlight." Anne shares her journey and insights into overcoming the fear of public speaking and the liberating power it holds for women.  Join us as we explore:  The psychology behind the fear of public speaking and how to manage it.  Practical techniques to reduce anxiety and build confidence before stepping on stage.  The importance of finding your unique speaking style and playing to your strengths.  Nonverbal communication and how it influences your audience's perception.  Strategies for handling audience engagement and unexpected questions.  Anne's expertise, which draws from disciplines like neurolinguistic programming and positive psychology, provide invaluable tools for both novice speakers and seasoned pros. Her book offers a comprehensive guide to transforming public speaking anxieties into a captivating presence.  Whether you're preparing for a work presentation or a speech at your friend's birthday, this episode is packed with insights and practical techniques to help you speak with confidence and impact.  You'll discover how you can harness the power of public speaking to inspire and motivate others.  We hope you enjoy this episode!  x Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women

In this week's episode we explore the fascinating intersection of brain health and confidence as we age.  Jodie is joined by Dr. Linda Anderson, a former coaching client turned brain health consultant, who shares her journey from battling imposter syndrome to launching a successful business focused on educating others about neuroscience in an easy-to-understand way.  Join us as we explore:  The impact of ageing on brain health and why we start forgetting things.  The science behind menopause-induced brain fog and strategies to manage it.  How exercise and nutrition can support cognitive function and overall brain health.  Practical techniques to improve memory, including a fun body mapping exercise.  The power of reframing and other confidence-building tools that helped Linda transform her life and career.  Linda's insights are a testament to the power of knowledge and preparation in building confidence and maintaining brain health as we age. Tune in to learn how you can apply these strategies to your own life and embrace the ageing process with confidence and vitality.  We hope you enjoy this episode! x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women   Contact Dr Linda Anderson - Brain Vitality  

In this week's episode, we tackle the universal issue of imposter syndrome and how it affects even the most accomplished women. Jodie sits down with Lee Holmes, a qualified clinical nutritionist, yoga and meditation teacher, Whole Foods chef, and best-selling author of the Supercharge Food series. Despite her impressive credentials, Lee opens up about her struggles with imposter syndrome, especially after a debilitating bout of long Covid left her bedridden and questioning her identity as a wellness expert.  Join us as we explore:  The psychological pattern of imposter syndrome and its impact on high-achieving women.  Lee's journey through long Covid and the emotional challenges of feeling like a fraud in her field.  How Lee turned her health crisis into an opportunity to help others by writing her new book.  The importance of vulnerability and how embracing it can be a superpower.  Practical strategies for maintaining confidence, including the role of meditation and positive self-talk.    Lee's story is a powerful reminder that even the most successful women can struggle with self-doubt, but with the right mindset and strategies, it's possible to overcome these feelings and continue to thrive. This episode is packed with insights and inspiration to help you navigate your own journey with confidence.  We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!  x Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women 

In this week's episode, we dive into the transformative power of clothing and how dressing well can significantly boost your confidence. We welcome Jen Lee Duggan, CEO and founder of Peak Women, to the show. Jen's company is dedicated to designing corporate wear that empowers women to feel confident and stand out for all the right reasons. Learn about the psychology of clothing and how Peak Women's confidence blazer is helping women gain career success.  Join Jodie as she shares personal stories and practical tips on how to use your wardrobe to elevate your mindset and present yourself with confidence.  In this episode, we explore: The importance of dressing well and its impact on your mindset. The concept of "enclosed cognition" and how your attire can influence your performance. The importance of finding clothes that genuinely make you feel good. Practical advice on choosing the right outfit for various professional settings. This episode is packed with valuable advice on using your wardrobe to boost your confidence and achieve your career goals. Tune in to discover how you can harness the power of clothing to become the confident woman you've always wanted to be. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!  x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Wome www.RiseWomen.com

In today's episode of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast, we delve into the crippling world of overthinking and how it can erode your confidence. We talk with Rosemary Gattuso, an expert in alternative dispute resolution, family mediation, and restorative justice practices. Rosemary, a chronic overthinker herself, has harnessed the power of reflection to transform her life and authored a book to help others do the same. Join us as we explore: The debilitating effects of overthinking and how it can paralyse your decision-making process. Why some people have a tendency to overthink. Practical techniques to catch yourself in the act of overthinking and strategies to flip the narrative. The importance of self-belief and how it plays a crucial role in overcoming overthinking. How to transform negative self-talk into empowering personal growth and resilience. With Rosemary's extensive background in mediation and her insights into the brain science around overthinking, this episode is packed with valuable advice on managing overthinking and building confidence. Tune in to gain insights and practical tools to help you break free from the cycle of overthinking and move towards a more confident, empowered life. x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have Rebecca Saunders, a champagne-drinking serial entrepreneur, business and life advisor, and a proud hair-free alopecia warrior. Rebecca's journey is nothing short of incredible. Moving to Sydney at 22, she founded her own video production company, only to see all her clients cancel during COVID. Yet, she transformed her business, achieving its highest revenue year ever. During this time, she also made the brave decision to stop wearing a wig after 25 years, embracing her uniqueness and turning it into her superpower. In this episode, we dive into: Rebecca's path to building her confidence and finally taking off the wig The importance of embracing your uniqueness and turning it into a strength The stepping stones and small actions that lead to big transformations Rebecca's story is a testament to resilience, bravery, and the power of being authentically yourself. Her journey will inspire you to take those small steps towards your own confidence and embrace who you truly are. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women

We are thrilled to be back with another season of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast!  Our first guest this year is bestselling fantasy novel author, Renee Hayes who is truly a dream architect.  Renee always wanted to be a fantasy novel writer from an early age however, life had other plans.  She left home at 15, found herself as a single mum and worked hard to buy herself and her daughter their first home at 24 years old.  Then, a debilitating back injury left her bedridden but, despite being in excruciating pain and lying flat on her back. She grabbed a notebook and penned her first novel.  Here first novel received critical acclaim and she is now writing her 3rd novel.  From overcoming adversity to conquering her dreams, Renee's story is a testament to the power of perseverance, resilience and unwavering determination.  In this episode, we discuss what it takes to overcome some big life challenges and to NEVER let them get in the way of your dreams.  X Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women

We have had another amazing year and another amazing season of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast. Thank you to all our guests and a HUGE thank you to all our listeners.  This podcast really is a labour of love and we truly LOVE being able to bring you these interviews and this information. Have a wonderful Xmas and we hope 2024 is the year that you become the confident woman you have always wanted to be. Remember, we are here to support you in any way we can. Love Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

Self-Doubt is something we all have to deal with at times and, although it is normal to have feelings of self-doubt, it doesn't make it any less debilitating.  In today's episode we take a good hard look at the very nature of self doubt, understand its roots and the impact it can have on our lives.  Join us as we discuss:  - What self-doubt truly is and why it creeps into our daily lives;  - How you can harness self-doubt and reframe it to work for you;  - 3 important techniques that will equip you to be resilient against its power.  As you grow in life and push the boundaries of your comfort zone, you WILL feel elements of self-doubt so make sure you're ready for it.  x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women 

In this week's episode, we sit down with Randi Roberts, an accomplished executive and career coach, and dive into empowering conversations that will elevate you in your career and your professional journey. Randi helps professionals become re-energised by their work and attain career fulfillment without compromising what matters most.  We discuss:  why women should taking control of their professional lives and steer their careers with intention;  how women can actively position themselves to make strategic decisions that drive their success forward;  the tendency for women to downplay their achievements;  how to amplify your visibility and influence in your professional role, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and valued, and  the one thing women miss when making career decisions.  This episode will give you a fresh perspective on career empowerment and insights into some practical tips that will inspire you to not only take the wheel but navigate your career journey with purpose and confidence. x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women

So many of us deal with unexpected things that happen or change or adversity... and we have to be able to pivot quickly and adjust. This week we interview and incredible woman who has done just that!  Bethany tells us how she navigated adversity, changed her life and created a thriving business. Bethany talks to us about: - postpartum depression;  - the sudden death of her partner;  - how she managed through the adversity of becoming a widow when her children were young;  - how the people around us make a significant impact on how we cope; - what keeps her going; - how focussing on the small things helped her be grateful; - the skills she worked on to help her build her business; - how to learn to deal with the 'No', and - her favourite confidence tools! This episode is inspirational and has something for everyone. X Jodie & Anastasia

This week Jodie speaks with an incredible woman – Leah Hadley – who is the founder of Great Lakes Divorce and Financial Solutions.  Leah is a nationally recognized financial empowerment expert and an award-winning financial planner who is on a mission to provide women compassionate financial guidance before, during and after a divorce to help them secure financial confidence and independence.  In this episode, we discuss:  - why we (as women) MUST be across our own finances and our financial future;  - how women can access the financial information they need;  - the most important step a woman can take to increase her financial confidence;  - why we want to be realistic about where we are emotionally in the divorce process so we can make objective financial decisions rather than emotional ones;  - the common mistakes women make after divorce that can cost them a lot of money;  - the important thing you must consider if you're divorcing a narcissist;  - how to ensure you know who you are around money and be able to communicate that; and  - the keys to keep your budget in check after the divorce is over.  There's nothing more freeing than being in charge of our finances and being able to make our own choices about the future and this episode will help you do just that.  Whether your going through divorce, should be going though a divorce (wink) or helping a friend through a divorce… this episode will give you great tips on what to consider and how to take back your power. x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women Leah Hadley - Great Lakes Financial Solutions

Join Jodie as she interviews Belinda Clemmensen, where they discuss the power that women's voices have in the world.  Belinda's focus is Leadership and Organisational Development for women, she is the author of the incredible book ‘Women, Leadership and Saving the World' and the founder of the Women's Leadership Intensive. She also co-created Paddle to a Cure, which is a women-led series of sea kayaking expeditions for women living with breast cancer.  Belinda really is an inspiring thought leader and a champion for all women and you will get so much out of this interview. X Jodie & Anastasia www.RiSeWomen.com    

Join Jodie and Anastasia on this not-to-be-missed episode, where they discuss damaging and destructive opinions, and what you can do to stop them from derailing your life. This conversation is a game-changer because the reality is, we are ALL surrounded by opinions... all day... every day. Our own, society's, our friends and family's – wherever you turn, there are opinions coming at you and sometimes, it's hard to know what to do when everyone's voice is buzzing in your ear. In this episode, you'll discover the truth about opinions, how to distinguish the good from the bad, and 2 easy but effective techniques to stop them from influencing your decisions and taking over your life. Jodie & Anastasia  x RiSe Women

Join Jodie and Anastasia as they kick off a new season of the Secrets of Confident Women podcast.  In the first episode of 2023, they discuss one of the biggest challenges faced by women in the workplace today - why women don't speak up in meetings and what to do about it. Join this game-changing conversation to discover the 3 main reasons why women are not speaking up in the workplace, and the most practical techniques to work through these challenges and make sure your voice is always heard. Jodie & Anastasia  x RiSe Women risewomen.com

This is our favourite episode of the year! Our final compilation episode is SO inspirational and full of all the best bits from our interviews this year. Join us as we discuss: ✅ our highlights of 2022 and the episodes that made the biggest impact on us; ✅ the incredible range of topics we discussed with the most amazing group of women; ✅ the amazing confidence boosting tips, tricks and techniques shared throughout the year (and why it's ALWAYS better to get tips from REAL women). This episode really does have everything you need to finish off the year on a high! You'll want to listen to over and over again. And finally, a BIG thank you to all of our listeners out there in podcast-land! We love knowing that you're out there and we hope our podcast helps you work towards being the confident woman we know you were born to be. Jodie & Anastasia   xx Rise Women

This week, we interview Executive Coaches Brenda Wensil & Kathryn Heath - two incredible women who have coached over 800 women over the span of their careers, and who have joined forces to write the amazing book - "I Wish I'd Known This - 6 Career Accelerating Secrets for Women Leaders." This episode is jam-packed full of practical techniques that any woman will find helpful as she focuses on taking her career to the next level.   x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com   

Rebecca Warren is a Naturopath, Clinical Nutritionist, Lecturer and super-smart woman when it comes to anything health or hormone related. This is an amazing episode that is filled with practical tips, fascinating information and will help you get your health and hormones back on track. x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

This week Jodie & Anastasia discuss how to confidently manage stress and break bad habits, and help you get your life back on track when you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. In this episode you'll learn:  why ‘busyness' leads to stress, and stress leads to counterproductive and damaging default habits;  how stress manifests itself in everyday real life and how to distinguish between good and bad stress;  why you absolutely must learn how to take yourself from ‘problem-mode' to ‘solution-mode' if you want to reduce stress in your life;  what's going on in your head when you stress, and which crucial decision-making part of your brain is hijacked when your stress levels increase;  our simple but effective 3-step process to manage stress, and stop it from destroying your happiness and taking over your life;  our added BONUS step, that brings it all together and gives you the best chance of success;  the anatomy of a habit and how disrupting it can make ALL the difference.  As a society and as individuals, it feels like we've never been busier, and feelings of overwhelm and exhaustion have almost become engrained in our DNA. So, there's never been a better time to learn how to manage your stress levels and break your bad habits, if you want to intentionally and happily start living the life you want.  And remember to share this one with all your friends, because we know there's something in here for everyone!  Jodie & Anastasia  x  RiSe Women You can read the transcript of this stress and habits episode on our website.

Join Anastasia as she interviews the inspiring and adventurous Robyn Flemming – a self-employed freelance editor, the author of ‘Skinful: a Memoir of Addiction' and a global nomad. Robyn's raw self-awareness, unique perspectives and authentic stories will transport you to a world filled with adventure, struggle and self-discovery. x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

Join Jodie as she interviews the incredible Lizzy Cangro – an expert nutritionist and wellness coach, and the author of ‘Reclaim the Rebel' – as they discuss the rebellious acts needed to achieve unconditional self-love, enhanced body image, and an inevitable increase in confidence.   x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women - Confidence for Women  

This week, Anastasia interviews our founder, Jodie Bruce-Clarke about what it means to her to turn 50 this week.  It's insightful, honest, funny and packed full of valuable advice. x Jodie & Anastasia Rise Women

What an incredible interview we have for you this week!  Join Anastasia as she interviews Clare Rowe, an Educational and Developmental Psychologist, the Principle of Rowe & Associates and an amazing woman who actually changed the course of Anastasia's life.  Clare helps both children and parents, she specialises in challenging behavioural difficulties and has the firm belief that children and families should NOT be in long term therapy. In fact, she goes so far as to say that, in the vast majority of cases, parents are the BEST therapists for children. Join Anastasia and Clare as they discuss:  the point in Anastasia's life where she and Clare met, and the insights that have helped her parent her children ever since;  valuable tips on how to navigate a divorce or family break-up, and managing the lack of parenting-confidence that often arises in these situations;  Clare's observations from her many clients, about the biggest influences on parenting today and the recurring themes she often sees;  Clare's ‘pink elephant' exercise and how it relates to managing your thoughts;  Clare's go-to technique for managing self-doubt and fear, for both parents and children;  what Clare's learned from all her years of helping families, that's made her the confident woman she is today;  the quote that Clare lives by, that resonates with everyone, from 5 years old to adulthood. And there's SO much more! This episode is informative, insightful, inspiring and even a little emotional at times.  We know that EVERY woman will find something valuable in this conversation. AND we know that this is definitely one that needs to be shared over and over again.  Enjoy! Jodie & Anastasia  x RiSe Women  

Yes! She's back! Jodie is thrilled to be RE-interviewing Lorna Hollinger!  Lorna is an award-winning EFT Tapping Practitioner but this time, we're asking her all about her brand-new best-selling book – Thank God He's Gone - The Smart Woman's Guide to Getting Back Your Personal Power and Reclaiming Your Confidence.  In this fun and inspiring episode, Jodie and Lorna discuss the healing process after a relationship breakdown and so much more.  Join them to learn all about:  recognising triggers, seeing what you need to address in a relationship and figuring out what requires healing from a previous relationship;  forgiveness and why it's often the most difficult leg of the journey, because it means you need to own the part you played and stop being a victim;  the crucial shift in perspective from ‘does he like ME?' to ‘do I like HIM?';  knowing when to catch the constant dialogue that goes on in your head about who did what, and who's to blame;  the incredible sentiment behind the statement that ‘Single is a valid lifestyle choice' and the power that comes with accepting this.  You'll LOVE this conversation, you'll LOVE Lorna's words of wisdom on how to heal after a relationship breakdown and we KNOW you'll love the amazing energy and positivity that Jodie and Lorna have whenever they get together.  And don't forget to share this episode with all of the incredible women in your life who might need a little help getting back their personal power and reclaiming their lives. We know they'll love it too!  Jodie & Anastasia  x RiseWomen.com Our Ultimate Confidence Course is a game-changer, with over 4 hours of valuable content, 15+ practical confidence building techniques, and a supportive community.  Find out more at - https://www.risewomen.com/confidence-course/   

Join Jodie as she interviews the incredible Niccii Kugler - founder of Nash & Banks, a curated online platform and flagship Sydney store, which helps people discover ethical brands and sustainable solutions. During this insightful conversation, you'll learn : - how change for the better begins with one single imperfect step in the right direction, that we can all take; - how starting her own business was a natural progression for Niccii and why this particular path appealed to her; - why ownership and accountability are key to developing your confidence and achieving personal growth and development; - why it's so important for us to model confidence for our children, but also, why it's equally important to learn from them every day;  - how her business was born from a time when Niccii was feeling isolated and a bit lost, and how her husband's insights and encouragement turned it all around; - where Niccii's inspiration came from, what ignited her passion, and the driving force behind Nash & Banks; - how Niccii faces challenges, surrounds herself with trusted advisors and gathers a wide range of perspectives to be able to pivot whenever she comes up against obstacles in business; - about bold moves, the foundations that lay beneath them and the value of ‘educated guesses'; - why launching your business when it's ‘ready'... is too late, and why getting yourself motivated to launch when it's ‘good enough' is the way to go; - the real reason behind the need for the Nash & Banks flagship store in Sydney, which evolved from stalls at the markets, to a bricks & mortar store... during the lockdown; - all about the movement that Niccii supports and why she believes that many people doing something imperfectly, is SO much better than a few people doing something perfectly, especially when it comes to living ethically and sustainably; - why a little bit of fear in business is a good thing, and why the things that you're afraid of, are the very things that will help your business grow. Both Niccii and her business are both an inspiration and something that the world really needs right now, so we KNOW you'll love this episode and all of the nuggets of wisdom that come out of her conversation with Jodie.   Jodie & Anastasia Rise Women Want to be a more confident woman?  Check out our Online Confidence Course for Women and start learning the confidence techniques that will help you thrive!

In this game-changing episode, Jodie & Anastasia talk about all of the different types of guilt that women have to deal with on a daily basis, and how that guilt can manifest itself in their lives and their choices.  In this eye-opening episode, you'll learn about:  the many MANY types of guilt that women face every single day, and why we put SO much pressure on ourselves to always get everything right;  the 3 choices you have when the guilt has become overwhelming (well, it's 2 really... the 3rd one shouldn't even be an option for confident women);  5 incredible, easy and life-changing techniques that you can start using TODAY to help you stop letting guilt control your life and your decisions;  How your brain works when it's processing guilt, the neuroscience behind our techniques and why they absolutely work EVERY TIME;  why the elusive search for a perfect work-life balance is driving us all crazy, and what we can do about it;  how basic organisational and time management skills can help you beat the guilt when you start to procrastinate or you're not achieving at the level that you want;  why saying NO with confidence, is one of the most useful things you'll ever learn to do (plus, you can check out our “30+ ways to say NO” downloadable pdf at risewomen.com/free);  why comparison and social media are some of the biggest causes of guilt and feelings of inadequacy, and what you can do to stop it;  how belief in yourself is the connection between confidence and guilt and why you absolutely MUST reduce one to increase the other.   We loved this conversation and we can't wait for you to hear it because we know there's so much value in it for everyone.  So, if you're tired of feeling guilty or inadequate and you want to take your confidence to the next level and stop letting the guilt control your life, then THIS is the episode for you.    Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women  

Join Jodie in this week's inspiring conversation with Amy Eliza Wong - executive leadership coach, author and facilitator. Amy has devoted the last 20 years of her life to the study and practise of transformation and is a conversational intelligence certified coach who loves helping people find their truth and meaning.  In this fantastic episode, you'll discover:  how the driving forces throughout her upbringing were kindness, hard-work and the right mindset and how her love of math and music transformed into a love of teaching, and brought her to where she is today;  Amy's simple but empowering definition of true confidence, how it leads to freedom and why you need to CHOOSE confidence, instead of constantly trying to PROVE it;  how the fundamental and primal fear of rejection is processed by our brains and the ways that this can dictate the choices we make in life;  how acceptance of kindness and the realisation that everyone has their own struggles, really can change the world;  the series of questions that Amy asks her clients, to help them identify their fears and life obstacles, and help them move through and forward;  how fear of the unknown is one of the key factors that stop people from transforming their lives;  a simple and relatable breakdown of Carol Dweck's incredible research on fixed vs growth mindset, and what this looks like in everyday life;  why you MUST avoid the destructive and disempowering practice of mapping your inherent self-worth to your output and outcomes, and how this is entirely counterproductive to having a true growth mindset;  how the fear of public speaking generates a surge of adrenaline that you should run TOWARDS, not away from, and the two words you MUST say to yourself to manage your nerves;  the difference between nerves and nervousness and what you can do to distinguish between the two and control your reactions before a presentation;  the 4 step process you MUST follow before public speaking, to find your focus and redirect your energy into your best presentation EVER. THIS EPISODE IS GAME-CHANGING! It's got neuroscience, life transformation practices, techniques to boost your confidence and SO MUCH MORE. So, if you're going to listen to only ONE podcast this week, make it this one. We know you won't regret it.    Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women   **Click the link to access one of our MOST POWERFUL videos on FEAR - from the Ultimate Confidence Course for Women. **   Purchase Amy's Book - HERE

What a fantastic episode we have for you this week. Jodie speaks with Zandra Zuraw - an Interior Design coach and the host of the podcast ‘Style Matters', about how to have the confidence to express who you are through design.  This conversation is so much fun and jam-packed full of ideas to help women with all forms of expression, to help them increase their confidence and get the most out of their homes.  Discover:  - why our homes MUST be a true expression of ourselves, especially now that they are the forum for both our personal and professional lives;  - how having a meaningful conversation, where you contribute AND intentionally listen, can truly boost your confidence and generate incredible connections;  - how her shift in perspective - from always feeling ‘unlucky', to accepting responsibility and control over her life - changed EVERYTHING;  - how self-reflection and confidence in knowing what you love (and why you love it), is at the heart of everything Zandra does in design and helping people create the home they really want to live in;  - Zandra's tips on how to pick your favourite items in your home, play around with them, and create an environment and an experience that you'll love EVERY DAY;  - Zandra's ‘Slow Style' 4-part framework, which she uses to help her clients discover their inner-designer and be inspired to make the right design decisions for their home;  - why we need to keep our finger on the pulse of the different life-stages of our homes, to make sure we keep enjoying and celebrating them for many years and through many changes;  - how your home reflects your likes, your strengths and your passions back to you, whenever you look around;  - why we have to take this idea of ‘instant makeover' off the table and take our time to design the home we truly want to live for.  This conversation really is full of so much wisdom, great advice and amazing tips and tricks that will help you to design your home AND create the confidence, self-expression and life you've always wanted.  Enjoy!  Jodie & Anastasia  xx  RiSe Women   Want more confidence? Start with our free resources. Go to FREE CONFIDENCE RESOURCES >>  

Join Jodie in this week's episode where she interviews author and mindset coach Anne McKeown, who specialises in empowering women and helping them find success and happiness.  This conversation is so insightful and relatable especially for women approaching the big 5-0 milestone, so don't miss this episode, where you'll find out all about:  - how Anne's NLP studies have shaped the way she coaches women to increase their confidence and live the life they've always wanted;  - how to shift your perspective to focus on your strengths and where your passions lie, to increase your confidence and acknowledge your uniqueness;  -  what Anne's turning point in life was, and what she did to pivot, find her meaning and purpose, and move her life forward in the direction that she really wanted to go;  - how fear, doubt and hesitation almost stopped her from using her knowledge and talents to help other women;  - the NLP techniques she shared with her empowerment group, to help them thrive both personally and professionally, and also helped her to rediscover her own strengths;  - why feeling like a negative role model for her daughters led to the realisation that she needed to start walking her talk;  - the value of having a community to support and encourage you, particularly if you suddenly find yourself living the life of an isolated empty-nester;  - how fear of the unknown and uncertainty later in life, coupled with a change in hormones, is the perfect storm for a tumultuous period in life, and what it looks like on the other side of menopause;  - how the pressures and expectations of society, and a decline in respect for older women, have contributed to the fears and doubts experienced by so many women after 50;  - Anne's ‘THINK' methodology, to help you press the pause button on your brain, separate your thoughts from your feelings, and shift your mindset to avoid negative thoughts and behaviours;  - how to use your body to change your mind;  - an incredible tip for how to reset your mind's clock at 50, and rediscover the joys, wonders and exploration of a child's mind.  This is such a great topic for so many women who are feeling a little stuck in life, and who are looking for ways to boost their confidence and find meaning and purpose in their lives, no matter what their age or stage in life.  Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women   Confidence Coaching is an incredibly powerful way to get your confidence back on track so you can reach your goals.  You can sign up for a free 30 min Discovery Session with Jodie to see if it's right for you. Go to - https://www.risewomen.com/confidence-coaching/

We are SO excited about this episode and we know you will be too, because it was so much fun to talk about, but also such an important skill for all of us to have.  Join Jodie and Anastasia on this episode of the Secrets of Confident Women podcast, where they discuss how to NOT take other people's cr@p personally.  In this fun and insightful conversation, you'll learn all about:  - why it's CRUCIAL to have empathy for others if you want to STOP taking their cr@p personally;  - the fact that, no matter how much you THINK you know someone and what they're going through, you never really do;  - what our automatic ‘default' thought is, when we get advice we didn't ask for, or an opinion we don't like;  - what it looks like to get stuck in a downward spiral of miscommunication, overthinking and frustration;  - the true definition of empathy and how it relates to our relationships with others, on so many different levels;  - the confronting question you need to ask yourself when it comes to a lack of empathy, a miscommunication or a misunderstanding;  - our go-to technique for NEVER taking someone else's cr@p personally (and yes, it always works!);  - why it's SO important to be ready with YOUR go-to technique in your head, to deal with situations in the moment (because it's just too hard to come up with a technique at the time that you really need it);  - the type of person you DON'T want to be, and how to prevent it;  - and so much more.  This really is a great conversation that will help you, your friends, your family, your colleagues and basically, ANYONE who has ever had to deal with someone else's cr@p in their life.  And once you've listened to this episode, get in touch on our socials and share what techniques YOU use, to not take other people's cr@p personally. We'd love to know! ;)  X Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women   Did you love this confidence tip?  We have plenty more in our Online Confidence Course for Women.  Learn more about it here - The Ultimate Confidence Course for Women

Welcome to this week's podcast, where Anastasia speaks with a woman who has experienced fear and change in so many different settings.  In this episode, Anastasia speaks with Nore Hoogstad - a former diplomat, political advisor and press secretary, turned author, nutritional therapist and transformational coach.  Join Anastasia and Nore as they discuss:  - her experience whilst posted to Jakarta and East Timor in the turbulent late 1990's and how they are portrayed through her debut novel Gunfire Lullabies;   - how she's transitioned into an entirely new career as a nutritional therapist and transformational coach, and what it took to do that;  - the inextricable connection between your physical wellbeing your mental health and mindset and why you can't have one without the other;  - why we need to stop ‘blaming' ourselves for our mental health challenges and re-consider the concept of ‘You are what you eat.'  - the moral dilemma addressed in Gunfire Lullabies and throughout her experiences in Jakarta and East Timor - whether to do what's right or what's easy, the sense of duty over moral responsibilities;  - how your brain responds to all types of fear, and which confidence building techniques Nore used to manage her physical, mental and professional fears;  - an incredible breathing technique that Nore uses to manage the fight or flight state.    This episode addresses a number of different topics, with so many great insights and techniques that Nore has applied in many different social and professional settings, so we know there'll be something in this conversation for everyone.    X Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women   **Rise Women has the best online workplace confidence training course!  It will help you deal with fear, push through any self-doubt and take your career to the next level.  Learning practical confidence techniques that work is the key. Learn more about our Online Workplace Confidence Training Course **

What an episode we have today, with not one, but TWO incredible women!  Our first guest is Kate Roeske-Zummer - with a background as an account manager in the advertising industry, Kate is currently coaching people and working with organisations around vulnerability-based leadership, to help remove roadblocks and increase productivity.  Our second guest is Debbie Cohen - a former teacher and leader in early childhood educations programs, who is fascinated by human growth and evolution, and now helps people and organisations transform by tapping into the power of human connection.  Join Jodie as she speaks with Kate and Debbie about how to be more productive, embrace change and become a better human.  This amazing and insightful interview takes a deep dive into:  - Kate and Debbie's tips on how to instantly apply their practical and game-changing skills, straight after reading their book, Humanity Works Better;  - a new perspective on ‘winging it' and why we ALL need to be doing it, if we want to move forward in our lives;  - why being brave and not worrying about ‘being right' is one of the best ways to become self-expressed and boost your confidence;  - a transformational insight by Debbie around honouring your fundamental values through your behavior, and how this became her quiet foundation of confidence;  - why people should pause and reflect more often, on their values and behaviours, and intentionally live their truth;  - why people often equate vulnerability and authenticity in the workplace with weakness, and why this needs to change in order for people to become more ‘human';  - how the fear of rejection often underlies the decisions that many people make in the workplace, which can lead to a toxic and unproductive environment;  -  which mindsets can hold you back from intentionally becoming a powerful and effective leader;  - how women can change the narrative of becoming more confident and powerful in the workplace, by creating meaningful connections;  - how working from home and the entire Covid experience has created a collective vulnerability that we can all connect on;  - the two fronts of career progression, and why you need to be able to attach ‘what you do' to ‘why it matters;  - an incredible story about a children's playground fence, and the impact it has on how people interact and relate to themselves and each other.    This episode is for EVERY woman who has ever craved a meaningful connection, and who KNOWS that being more ‘human' in the workplace (and in life) can change absolutely EVERYTHING! Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women   ** Are self-doubt and fear holding you back from speaking up at work or applying for that promotion? Then our Confidence for Women in the Workplace course is for you.  Our online course will give you everything you need to skyrocket your confidence and take your career to the next level. **   

Divorce is hard, but it's important that women emerge from divorce with confidence!  Join Jodie as she speaks with Karen McMahon - a Relationship and Divorce coach, host of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast, co-author, and creator of the Journey Beyond Divorce 12 step recovery program.  Unfortunately, many of us either go through a divorce at some stage, or know someone who has, so this conversation is really valuable to so many women.  Join Jodie and Karen, as they discuss:  - the 3 C's you should aim for - Calm, Clear and Confident;  - how self-doubt, a sense of failure and a fear of the unknown gets people stuck in the ‘should I end or should I mend' space;  - why ‘staying together for the children' will often cause more damage than good;  - how our behaviours in a damaged marriage, will dictate and teach our children what ‘intimate love' looks like;  - why external support and therapists are invaluable to help you in your journey to recovery and give you an outside perspective on toxic behaviours;  - how the best thing you can do is to let the outside world in, because they won't be fooled by the behaviours you have become accustomed to;  - how to have full agency over everything you think, feel and say and set powerful boundaries with confidence;  - why speaking honestly, with kindness and compassion, is the best way to maintain healthy relationships;  - how keeping the focus on YOU is the key to getting through the 12-step program to a successful divorce;  - Step 7, which deals with how to rekindle confidence by managing all the ‘fear' stories that come out of a divorce.  Hopefully, you'll never need to use the amazing tips, tricks and insights that have come out of this conversation, but we know that there is someone in your world who needs them right now, so please feel free to share with your network.  Building your confidence WILL help you to manage the conflict and pain of a divorce, and also support you to emerge from divorce with confidence.   Because we know, With Confidence... ANYTHING is possible!  X Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women    If you want to learn more confidence techniques, the head over to our website and purchase our book on confidence – ‘Pumped – Confidence Techniques that will have you Standing Taller in the World' – or purchase from your favourite book seller. 

Welcome back, to the Secrets of Confident Women podcast for 2022!  We've got an amazing episode to kick-start this season and help you make 2022 your best year yet.  Join Jodie and Anastasia as they discuss a topic that we could all use a little help with - how to scrap those boring and unrealistic goals, how to create powerful and lasting habits, and how to win in 2022!  In this practical and super-useful conversation, Jodie and Anastasia discuss:  - what a goal should REALLY look like if you want to be inspired and excited about it;  - 3 powerful elements of a goal that you can confidently put into action straight away;  - the skills and techniques you absolutely need to create the right goals for you, that can take your career, your business or your life to the next level;  - real-life examples of how to implement your new techniques, and personal stories that PROVE these techniques actually work;  - the key element you need to remember if you want to achieve and succeed in life;  - how to combat obstacles and set-backs to guarantee that the power of your goals will ALWAYS be stronger than the power of your excuses;  - why achieving your goals - whether they are big or small - will ALWAYS increase your confidence;  - and who you should turn to when you need a little help to make the magic happen.  There are SO many incredible insights and practical tips in this episode that we know you'll love, so if you're ready to up the stakes in 2022 and make this the year that you accomplish, achieve and win, then THIS episode is definitely for you.  We're so excited to be back, bringing you everything you need to know to build your confidence and live the life you truly want because, as we always say...  With Confidence... ANYTHING is possible!  x Jodie & Anastasia   Let Jodie help you set, define and achieve your goals in 2022.  Her Confidence Coaching programs will take you from where you are to where you want to be in life plus help you build a strong foundation of confidence.  Read more about Confidence Coaching>>

Yay! We've made it through another year of the RiSe Women Secrets of Confident Women podcast, and what an INCREDIBLE year it's been!  Of course, we've all had a challenging year for so many reasons, but every guest on our podcast brought something amazing to our lives and we're SO happy to share the BEST and most insightful moments with you in our 2021 Wrap-Up episode.  In the last conversation of 2021, join Jodie and Anastasia to:  - find out what our most listened-to podcast for 2021 was;  - discover (or re-discover) amazing tips, tricks and techniques around nailing it in an interview, thriving through adversity, how to manage perfectionism and imposter syndrome and SO much more!  - explore some of the amazing ways that all of our incredible guests motivate themselves, to make intentional and lasting change in their lives;  - hear all the best answers to the question “What does Confidence mean to you?”  - discover Jodie and Anastasia's highlights and the moment that brought Jodie to tears (literally);  - find out the main themes that we heard come up over and over again, in ALL of our interviews;  - listen to the best RiSe Women Power Question responses;  - celebrate the learning, growth and personal development that we've all experienced in the past year, with the help of these inspiring conversations.   If there's one podcast episode you want to listen to, to finish off 2021 with a BANG, make it this one.  It will inspire and uplift you, and leave you feeling strong and empowered, and there's no better way to start a new year, with new dreams and new aspirations.  From both of us at RiSe Women, enjoy the holiday break, spend time with loved ones, relax and recharge.  We can't wait to come back bigger and better than ever in 2022, with even MORE amazing SECRETS OF CONFIDENT WOMEN.  But til then, always remember... Be YOU!  We like her BEST!   x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com

If you are feeling overwhelmed, overstressed, undervalued and unappreciated, then THIS episode is definitely for YOU! And it's for EVERY woman whose default setting is stuck on BUSY!  In today's episode, Jodie speaks with Becca Powers - a high-achieving and award-winning sales executive, and the author of the incredible new book ‘Harness your Inner CEO'.  Becca dropped out of college, became a single mum of two by 28, has worked for Fortune 500 giants, has won awards and managed teams and now she's a motivational speaker who helps women prioritise themselves, rediscover their worth and become the CEO of their own lives.  Join Jodie and Becca in this candid and insightful conversation about:  - Becca's powerful working mantra and how an ex-boss inspired the birth of her book title;  - how Becca's life took a complete turn whilst she was on the bathroom floor;  - what a ‘sacrifice mindset' is, how it led her to 2 anxiety disorders, an autoimmune disease and hair loss, and why ‘powering through' is sometimes the worst thing you can do;  - why the life of your dreams shouldn't come at an unsustainable price, and why women should NEVER have to choose between success and happiness;  - why learning to say NO is as awkward and uncomfortable as brushing your teeth with the other hand, but is CRUCIAL to reclaiming power and control over your life;  - Becca's ‘unders and overs' and the power of the word ‘AND';  - how to wear many different hats at the SAME time (mum, corporate career woman, friend, etc), how to feel present in the moment and how to stop feeling guilty about it all;  - how to find the right order when it comes to prioritising yourself, your health and your well-being, and the difference between ‘structure' and ‘rules';  - how and why you MUST create your own fan club to stay confident and have a back-up plan when you start to second guess yourself;    This episode is incredibly powerful and sadly, one that we can ALL relate to because as women, most of us have been in a position of overwhelm, guilt and despair at some point in our lives.  So, if you're feeling like you're about to hit rock-bottom or you know what it feels like to ALWAYS be busy but still always feel like you're not doing enough, then this is definitely the episode for you because Becca's transformation WILL inspire and motivate you.    x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com    

If you're a woman who LOVES empowering other women, then THIS is the episode for you!!!  Join Jodie as she interviews Jane Finette - the Founder and Executive Director of The Coaching Fellowship, a Certified Professional Coach and the author of Unlocked - How Empowered Women Empower Women.  Join Jodie and Jane in this inspiring interview, as they discuss:  - what research actually confirms about the real-life global benefits of women empowering women;  - how comparison and self-doubt led to insights about the type of leader she was and the type of leader she WANTED to be;  - why MEN also need to see, and be empowered by, women in leadership positions;  - why trying to be someone you're not, and not aligning with your values, is like trying to hold a beach-ball under water - exhausting and pointless;  - the inspiration behind - Unlocked - and why Jane felt compelled to write a book about hope, positivity and empowerment, during a time when the world seems disillusioned and lost;  - why trust is crucial when it comes to empowerment, because your words and actions will have ripple effects that you may NEVER know about;  - why small daily and multiple acts of feminism are critical for female empowerment, because if you help one woman, you help ALL women;  - the frightening statistics related to the 36-year loss of progress for women in 2020 alone, due to the Covid 19 pandemic;  - Jane's perspective on how to create and maintain your own confidence, and also how to help other women create and maintain theirs;  - why it's SO important for women to end the secrecy, break the rules and talk about money (and share how to generate, manage, invest and increase it) to create financial independence.    This SUCH an amazing episode and so inspiring to listen to, because it gives us a great starting point from which to have these really powerful conversations about female empowerment, gender equality and positive progress.   x Jodie & Anastasia  RiseWomen.com   Connect with Jane  Website - The Coaching Fellowship LinkedIn - Jane Finette Purchase the Book - Unlocked    Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join Jodie and her exciting guest - Renie Cavallari - as they discuss something that we ALL struggle with (yes, YOU too!) - that incessant, taunting and destructive internal negative voice, or as Renie calls it - our Head Trash!  Renie is a speaker, an avid traveller, an aspiring jazz flutist, the CEO of a global transformational training company, the founder of the RCI Institute and the author of 6 books, one of which is titled ‘Head Trash - The Leading Killer of Human Potential'.  In today's episode, Jodie and Renie take a deep dive into:  - the impact that our Head Trash has on our confidence and how it manipulates our ego, our emotions and our creativity;  - why she turned down a promotion AND quit from her high-flying corporate job.... on the same day;  - how our ego and other people's thoughts influence our inner voice and our life choices and why some people can tap into their potential and others find it SO elusive;  - why connection is the key to being a better human being (find out more about this at @14:38);  - TPM - find out what it is and why Renie runs her company based on these 3 little letters;  - how the negative imprint from a Head Trash session after a presentation lasted for years, and still have her obsessed with what to wear at presentations - check it out @22:17;  - the actual definition of Head Trash @26:47;  - the sudden death of her brother when she was only 4 years old, and the imprints that this experience left on her @29:05;  - an alternative definition of compassion @35:00 which is SO relevant to the state of the world right now;  - a quick insight into the top 29 tools to help you manage your Head Trash @42.43;  - self-awareness and self-reflection - how your feelings and thoughts are interconnected, and how they both lead to your actions;  - discovering your BIG LIE and how that is the key to uncovering your true potential;  And there's SO much more that this episode has in store for you. Renie is fantastic to listen to and we KNOW this conversation will give you so many A-HA moments and confidence insights.  Join Jodie and Renie and learn how to manage your Head Trash once and for all!  x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Renie Website - https://myheadtrash.com/ Discover Your BIG LIE™ Assessment - https://dumpheadtrash.com/resources/   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

This week, Jodie interviews women's travel entrepreneur, empowerment leader and author of the fantastic new book - Tell Her She Can't - Kelly Lewis. In this exciting conversation, Jodie and Kelly talk about: - Kelly's book - Tell Her She Can't - which includes the incredible stories of 35 women, who were told they couldn't... but then DID;  - how an early childhood surrounded by abuse forced her to step up and be resilient, defiant and strong;  - how a conversation with her mother, when she was only 11 years old, drove her to become the creator of her own life;  - why always looking back on (and celebrating) your achievements is a great way to keep building your confidence;  - the strength and confidence that comes from travelling the world (especially on your own) and why it makes you feel unstoppable;  - why ‘I can't' is often code for ‘I'm scared' and how that impacts your life;  - the sad reality of living your life fighting against other people's limiting beliefs and learning to trust your own passion and abilities instead;  - how to remove the block-makers (aka the ‘naysayers') from your life, to live your best and most self-expressed life and why finding ‘stillness' is so important;  - how they both started their personal development journeys from the SAME starting point;  - AND... the special story behind the dedication in Kelly's book (it even made Jodie tear-up);  Kelly has an incredible attitude towards control over your life and building your confidence and we know this interview will give you some really great feel-good a-ha moments.  Enjoy!  Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join Jodie as she interviews Lauren Yeates - celebrity interviewer, entertainment reporter and the owner of Rave It Up, an Australian-owned platform and podcast that provides Celebrity News, Reviews and Interviews.   In this great conversation that showcases Lauren's incredible transformation, Jodie and Lauren discuss:  - how Lauren began her journey and her business in interviewing celebrities (it all started with her number one Justin Bieber fan club and the Justice Crew);  - how she went from really caring what other people thought, to growing her confidence to a point where she couldn't care less;  - why living within the boundaries of her comfort zone was holding her back, and which event she attended at 15 years old, that changed her life forever;  - how insights and a-ha moments can propel you forward and change the course of your life in ways you could never imagine;  - Lauren's toolbox of techniques to help her break-away from her shy-girl persona and be the confident woman she always wanted to be;  - the power that social media has over us, and how to create healthier online habits;  - how she boosts her confidence before a celebrity interview and what she does to make sure she has  prepared the best questions possible;  - why you need to own, and really feel, ALL your emotions (yes, even the bad ones) if you want to be able to work through them;  This inspiring interview with a fun and insightful woman will be a great way to get yourself into a really positive headspace, so make sure you don't miss this one (and don't forget to share it with all your friends)!  x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Lauren Website: www.raveituptv.com Facebook: @raveitupshow Instagram: @raveituptv   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

So, if you're an Aussie, you'll know that... in Sydney, we're well and truly into our 3rd month of continuous lockdown at the time that this episode was recorded. We're all losing our minds, we're cleaning out cupboards we didn't even know we had, and we're spending waaaay too much time on social media. Which means, we're opening ourselves up to the horrifying Comparison Syndrome.  Yep - every time you look at what some else has, is doing, or has achieved and you compare it to what YOU have, are doing or have achieved, you are suffering from Comparison Syndrome.... and it needs to STOP!  Join Jodie and Anastasia in this episode where they have a really insightful, open and honest conversation about what Comparison Syndrome looks like and what you can do to stop it.    You'll learn:  - what Comparison Syndrome really is, why we ALL suffer from it (yes, you too!) and how it can affect every aspect of our lives;  - what the opposite of Comparison Syndrome is and why you're DEFINITELY better off doing that instead;  - a great story about when Jodie realised she was suffering from Comparison Syndrome, while she was actually lecturing her son about not doing the same thing;  - why comparing your journey to someone else's is actually counter-productive, completely demotivating and just a complete waste of time;  - how badly comparison damages your confidence and why it's NEVER apples vs apples when you're comparing yourself to someone else;  - why you should pretend to be an elite athlete and ALWAYS strive for your own PB;  - and.... 5 fantastic confidence-building techniques that will help you to stop comparing INSTANTLY!    This episode WILL help you with lockdown, with social media comparisons and with your life in general, because it will teach you EXACTLY what you need to do to stop comparison and just get on with living your best life possible.  So, join Jodie and Anastasia and stop Comparison Syndrome once and for all!    Jodie & Anastasia  x www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

What a fun new episode we have for you!  Join Jodie this week as she interviews health journalist, tv presenter, magazine contributor, mum, parallel-parking champion and author of “The Bad Girl's Guide to Good Better” - Casey Beros.  In this funny and colourful interview, Jodie and Casey have a fantastic conversation about:  - how her curiosity has led her to become a conduit between customers and clinicians, to help people navigate the science-heavy information people often receive when it comes to their health;  - how she helps people distinguish between opinions and scientific and medical reality, especially in the current climate of social-media led gullibility;  - why being in someone's life... and allowing others into your life... is a privilege, and not to be taken lightly;  - why having nerves before doing something important is CRUCIAL to perform at your best;  - why she's terrified about the idea of her life ending too soon and the fact that life is too short to waste any more time carrying around your mistakes;  - how she incorporates perspective, gratitude and regular reality checks into her day-to-day life because.... the past cannot be re-written, so the best option is to bring your ‘old' selves with you;  - research-based data on the number of serious secrets people carry around with them at any given time (this will definitely surprise you);  - why you need to separate WHAT you've done from WHO you are and why it's futile to worry about worrying;  - Casey's take on the 4 A's of Anxiety (you'll find theses at @25.45) and how the 3rd A is actually a good one;  - a great analogy about comparison syndrome and why it's just like buying a house;  - Casey's 2 top tips about how to stop worrying about what other people think;  - why you might never have the friendships out of Sex & the City, and that's ok (even scientific research says so).   This really is one of the best conversations EVER with a woman who is her own biggest critic AND fan! And she can teach you why you should be too.  It's funny, it's insightful, it's raw and it has great energy so make sure you take 46mins out of your time this week and join Jodie and Casey for a BFF chat that you won't regret.   Jodie & Anastasia  x www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

If you're looking for a story about courage and confidence through unbelievable adversity to inspire and amaze you, then this week's episode is for you.  Angie Chaplin has had a rough run - through despair, addiction, the loss of her job, the death of a close friend and the end of her marriage, there's not much about pain and suffering that Angie hasn't recently experienced. But her story is so much more than that.  Despite the chaos of all her experiences, in addition to moving to a new city, a health crisis, career changes and a failed suicide attempt, Angie prevailed - with a sense of strength and determination that is almost superhuman. With an amazing achievement of 505 days sober at the time of this episode, Angie has learnt how to turn obstacles into opportunities, and is now the proud founder and owner of Mindful Leadership, an inspiring coaching and consulting practice. She's a speaker, a coach and an educator, and in this episode, Jodie and Angie have an eye-opening conversation about:  - self-awareness and why it's key to managing isolation;  - how a loss of self can lead to a series of dangerous, destructive and unhealthy coping mechanisms;  - why your behaviours should always align with your values, how to achieve this and how forgiveness of yourself will always help you to move forward;  - how addiction was used to numb the pain and memories, but why it was a pointless exercise every time;  - why it actually took 5 hospitalisations, a week in intensive care and 2 options from a straight-talking doctor, to realise the absolute severity of the situation;  - the importance of intentionally and creatively looking for connections and positive influences when trying to heal or manage during challenging times;  - why you should never be afraid to admit that you're stuck or overthinking, if you have the right people around you to turn to for feedback, help or guidance;  - how leadership exists at every level in life and why you don't need to be a CEO to be a leader - ‘Leadership is everyday people making extraordinary things happen.'  - why preparation, self-awareness and surrounding yourself with the right people, are the key elements to maintaining high levels of confidence;  - why identifying, acknowledging and owning feelings of negative thinking and self-doubt, will always help you work through them, if you want to achieve;  - Angie's # 1 tip for how to recognise personal addiction and start on the journey towards healing and recovery;   This really is a great conversation with insightful tips from a woman who's seen it all and has emerged from the despair and darkness, in the most positive, self-aware and confident way. She's taken back control of her life and turned it into something incredible and happy.   So, if lockdown or any other life-challenges are testing you at the moment and holding you back from living your best life possible, tune in to this episode and let Angie teach you about the healthy coping mechanisms which took her from addiction and despair.... to strength and confidence!   Jodie & Anastasia  x www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

What an uplifting and fantastic 60 minutes we have in store for you! This is an hour of your life you'll want to relive over and over again.  Join Jodie as she interviews the incredibly vibrant and inspiring Heather Miller - the founder of The Kindness Hub, a social engineer and speaker, 2016's NSW Local Woman of the Year and SO much more.  Heather consults for leading universities, has trekked through the Himalayas and has a strong passion for youth development. Her life trajectory changed after meeting an incredible woman on a flight, and her journey started at just 15 years old, when she used her pocket money to create Kindness Postcards for her neighbourhood. And NOW... she's impacted over 10,000 young people in 20 different countries, at only 26 years old!!  Join Jodie and Heather for their insightful conversation about:  - the impact of the tiny little ripples that each individual makes in the world and why she thinks of herself as a volcano (did you know confidence = lava? Find out why (@ 8:15);  - why choosing to dive into something she's afraid of, ALWAYS makes her feel most confident;  - Heather's 3 hot tips on how to communicate with confidence, to help you listen to understand, not respond (@14:51 - you don't want to miss these);  - why you should intuitively listen to your body as much as your mind, when you need help making a decision;  - how the ‘monkey-see, monkey-do' mentality applies to parenting teens and why we just need to trust them and give them the autonomy they are craving;  -  the # 1 MOST asked question by parents during a Q & A session at one of her youth programs (check this out @28:55);  - why negotiation is SO valuable when communicating with your teen (as opposed to straight disciplinary action) and how it helps to foster a deeper understanding;  - the power of following the RIGHT hashtags, and how to fill your feed AND your life with all the best feels;  -  the tear-jerking story @ 38:15, when Heather made a woman at a train station cry.    Heather really is a kindness warrior, and you'll feel it yourself as you listen to her speak about what's important to her, what drives her to spread kindness far and wide, and her mission to make kindness a universal habit (starting with her 4-month Kindness Tour around Australia, funded by YOU).  This is one of those feel-good episodes jam-packed with SO many great tips, tricks and techniques and the kindness and positive energy oozing through this conversation is infectious.  Trust us, you DON'T want to miss this... or her funny shark story (and tombstone inscription) starting @46:14 ;)  x Jodie & Anastasia RiSeWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join Jodie as she interviews Dr Margaret Rutherford PhD - host of The Self Work podcast, author of the book Perfectly Hidden Depression, and a psychologist with 25 years' worth of professional experience.  The need to be (or APPEAR to be) perfect can become a chronic issue for so many women,  so we know you'll all find this so valuable. Perfectionism often leads to self-criticism, stress, anxiety, fear of failure and can also often be a mask for depression, so if you've EVER felt any of these emotions, then THIS is the episode for you.  In this episode, Jodie and Dr Margaret have an amazingly insightful conversation on perfectionism and how it can affect our confidence. They share funny stories, real-life insights and invaluable information on:  - how she went from a singer of jingles to a battered womens' shelter volunteer to a psychologist... in the space of 9 years;  - a fantastic technique on how to label and manage anxiety, to stop it from crippling you in your day-to-day life;  - why you need to discover the inherent difference between “the swimmer who is trying to beat her best time in the pool, and the swimmer who constantly has her eye on the next lane, and is wondering if she is going to win.”  - how constructed or goal oriented perfectionism (aka winning) can be so destructive to our confidence... if we CHOOSE to stay there;  - why the voices in your head are often NOT your own;  - why identifying elements of choice and joy in your decisions, is SO crucial to your confidence and your happiness;  - why learning to say NO can sometimes lead to feelings of shame and guilt, and how to manage this (and understand where it comes from);  - the connection between the fear of failure and the pursuit of perfectionism;  - why slip-ups should be considered part of the process, and NOT a failure;  - the 3 different types of perfectionism, and which one of them is an absolute recipe for disaster;  - how changing a light bulb can change your life;  - and SO much more!!!    We could spend ALL day telling you how great this episode is, OR... you can have a listen and discover it for yourself.  Enjoy! x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Dr Margaret Rutherford:     Website: drmargaretrutherford.com     Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

For something a little different this week, Jodie interviews 18 year old Brittany Newman - a super-confident young woman who made an impact on Jodie and so many others at a recent RiSe Women workshop.  Brittany is vibrant, proud and adventurous, has moved from beach to beach in her lifetime, is social-media savvy and sets an amazing example for other young women as a curve model - AND she paints on the side.  Join Jodie and Brittany as they discuss: - why self-love and confidence are so important during isolation and crisis;  - how positivity and confidence are so inextricably linked;  - how self-reflection and self-care give you the break you need to get back into the right mindset;  - how Brittany used her favourite social media platforms as a forum for inspiration, by following only women who inspired and motivated her;  - the catalyst that put her on the path of learning to truly love the body she has, that nurtures and supports her;  - what she learnt from Jodie's workshop, that led to an amazing realisation... that no-one really cares about the personal flaws that we obsess about; - why you should always leave positivity behind first, BEFORE you unfollow;  - how putting your phone down will ALWAYS open your eyes up to the beauty of the world around you.    Brittany's youth and insightfulness is fantastic and her amazing sense of self-awareness at such a young age is inspiring to women of all ages. No judgment, no negativity, no pressure and no toxicity - just self-love, positivity and acceptance. If this is what the women of our future look like, then we're in good hands. Listen in on this one, and make sure to share it with your all your friends - young, old and everything in between.  ;)   x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Connect with Brittany at @brittanynewmann

OMG! Star-struck doesn't even BEGIN to explain how Anastasia was feeling when she was interviewing the incredible, super-fun, award-winning AND gold medal-winning Paralympian Ellie Cole.  Join Anastasia and Ellie in their amazing conversation, where they discuss:  - some of the perspective shifts that get her through day-to-day living AND the Paralympics;  - why preparation and trust are SO important to keeping her confidence levels high;  - why focusing on the end result is never as important as getting the process right;  - how she manages the what if's WAY before they ever happen;  - the value of consistent small steps and personal ‘check-ins' when you want to smash your goals;  - why Ellie LOVED our Secrets of Confident Women Imposter Syndrome podcast episode (yay!) and what she got from it;  - how she managed crippling self-doubt and negative thoughts at a really crucial time in her career and what she did to lift her confidence base-level;  - what 0.02 of a second cost her at the Rio Paralympics and how it completely changed her relationship with failure;  - the skill and value of goal setting - something that Ellie learnt when she was just 8 years old!  And SOOOO much more! This really is one of our favourites and we know you'll love it too.  Inspirational, fun and game-changing - this episode really WILL change the way you think about adversity, life-challenges and confidence-building in general.   AND... find out who you definitely DON'T want to be chased by in a pool... ;)  We promise - you don't want to miss this! And once you're done, don't forget to find Ellie on socials and wish her luck for the Tokyo Paralympics. We can't wait to watch and we know she'll be AMAZING!  x Jodie & Anastasia  www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Ellie: Website – www.EllieCole.com.au Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join us for this week's episode where Jodie interviews Jen Bowers - the champagne-drinking, coffee-addicted, super-funny crazy cat lady - who managed to turn a marriage breakdown and redundancy during Covid, into a life that she fought for and that she's proud of.  Jen's business journey has taken her from graphic-designer to brand strategist to being the founder of the fantastically successful Pink Pom Pom Social, which she created to help people navigate the challenges and complexity of social media.  Join Jodie and Jen as they discuss: - how a challenging comment from her ex, drove her to take a life-changing (and super-scary) financial leap, to get what she wanted;  - the daily mantra she repeats to herself, to remind her of her worth and keep her motivated and strong;  - the cute and cheerful theme song that makes her happy and puts her in a great mood whenever she needs a pick-me-up;  - why changing the narrative and choices in your life can make ALL the difference to your confidence;  - the undeniable power of gratitude, especially in the face of adversity and grief;  - why you should always bravely jump straight into the DIS-comfort zone, if you want to make game-changing decisions in your life;  - how to manage the mean-girl in your head, and silence her when she starts to talk rubbish.   Take a journey with Jodie and Jen, where we discover what it takes to go from dark and soul-destroying to beautiful and courageous. This episode is for anyone who's been through a break-up, a break-down or a difficult time, and who wants to hear first-hand confidence techniques from a woman who intentionally and powerfully turned her life around. x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Jen: www.pinkpompombyjen.com Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Or read our Confidence for Women Book.

Join us in our latest episode, where Anastasia speaks with Michelle Rubinstein - a confident woman with over 25 years' experience in sales, marketing, recruitment and leadership expertise.  Michelle loves helping her clients recruit the absolute best talent for their business. She also loves elevating the profile of women in leadership roles, spending time with her family and a bit of retail therapy every now and then.  And in this super-interesting and insightful episode, she gives us all her best tips and tricks on how to nail it in your next interview.  Whether you're just starting your work-life after completing your studies, changing careers, or getting back into the workforce after a break, these tips will put you in the best possible position to excel in your next interview and project your most confident self.  Join Anastasia and Michelle as they discuss:  how support from the right people gave her the strength to take an amazing leap of faith; the best tips for how to make the most impactful first impression, from the moment someone reviews your resumé;  why employers LOVE it when you're absolutely honest about gaps and pivots in your work history; the BEST way to create a succinct and effective resume that will get noticed (YES - you actually get a step-by-step guide!); great practical techniques on how to project your most confident self, in phone and virtual interviews; why you should NEVER say no to an interview or introductory conversation; why employers actually DON'T want you to tick all the boxes; and  Michelle's 5 hot tips for how to nail your next interview. This conversation really does have something for everyone - for every woman who's heading back into the workforce, who wants to know how to project her most confident self and who wants to take her career to the next level. And make sure to share this episode with all the wonderful women in your life - we ALL need these skills at one point or another, and sharing what we learn gets us all one step closer to our ultimate goal - to make confidence every woman's new normal.  x Jodie & Anastasia  www.RiseWomen.com    Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Or read our Confidence for Women Book.

In this new episode, Jodie speaks with Sheila V, an executive coach, a medium and a spiritual leader, who shares her incredibly inspiring story of transition and transformation.  Sheila's birth was literally the fusion of 2 domains - the daughter of a doctor-dad and a psychic medium-mum - which meant she experienced the pull of two diametrically opposed worlds.  Join us this week to find out all about:  - how she used the power of great mentors to help her distinguish between the old voices in her head that were keeping her stuck, and the new ones that would propel her forward;  - how she transformed her limiting beliefs and self-sabotage to a beginners mindset and a need for curiosity when she changed careers;  - why she strategically had to surround herself with the right people to become the person she really wanted to be;  - her limiting beliefs around what success looks like and the constant social invalidation of being single, in a world that values the reassurance of marriage;  - why burn-out, self-sacrifice and perfectionism are some of the biggest issues for women in the corporate sphere, especially when society rewards us for them;  - how self-love = self-knowledge and why this will help you grow.   This discussion will take you in so many different directions, and help you to discover amazing things about courage, inspiration and living your authentic life.  One of Sheila's super-powers is to help others find THEIR super-power, and we know this conversation will help you to discover some of your own super-powers too. x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Sheila Website - www.sheilav.co Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Or read our Confidence for Women Book.