The Confidence Connection

If you're someone who has experienced weight gain and sometimes feel no one understands what you're going through – today's guest will change that! Drew Manning is the New York Times best-selling author of Fit2Fat2Fit, outlining his experiences with intentional weight gain and his journey back to fitness…and now he's doing it all again a decade later with his current mission, Fit2Fat2Forty. Hear about his purpose, his experiences, and what he hopes to achieve in this empathy-inspiring episode.   Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify

In today's episode, I speak with Communication Expert and New York Times Best-Selling Author, Carmine Gallo. He rose to literary fame with his book, “Talk Like Ted” and another fan favorite, “The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs.” The man knows a thing or two about how to communicate effectively! What's so fascinating, though, is that early in his career he did not have the confidence that he would excel. Listen in, and learn how his amazing success – and confidence – was cultivated! Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify  

For everyone who has ever felt they were on a path to nowhere, this episode will shine a light on possibilities. In this episode, I talk with former NASA aerospace engineer, and CEO and founder of STEMBoard, Aisha Bowe, who, for much of her childhood had every reason to believe she'd amount to nothing. Listen in to discover how she changed her path, and how she's making sure others like her know what opportunities exist – and why they should reach for the stars! Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify  

Resumes, Cover Letters, References. The process can be overwhelming and daunting – ESPECIALLY during the pandemic. In today's episode, Glassdoor Senior Director of Corporate Communications, Scott Dobroski, provides tips, observations, and insider information about who's hiring right now - and the best way to land a job!   Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify

“A strong woman will not let a person get the best of her, but a woman of strength will give her best to everyone.” Just one of the lessons shared by my guest today, Leeza Gibbons. A powerhouse of a business woman, Emmy-winning TV Host, author and philanthropist… listen in, and you'll see why she's had such success over the years, and how she is continuing to evolve!   Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Grab a tissue because this episode is guaranteed to tug at your heartstrings. In this episode, I talk with the founder of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love movement, Scarlett Lewis. Scarlett lost her son during the Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting – and as a result, has created a movement of nurturing, healing love – three words Jesse believed in, and three words we all need right now. Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify

This episode of The Confidence Connection features Kym Whitley, an actress and comedian who, like so many of us, has had some challenges adjusting to life during the pandemic. Her film and television career is expansive, she's written and published a book, but her most significant role in life has been that of a mother. She shares some details of that journey, and how she's coping in the virtual world - while reminding us how to "find the funny" in even the most challenging of situations. Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Good work, effort, and producing a good product doesn't always get rewarded…but perseverance pays off! In today's podcast, I talk with my former Fox News colleague, Alisyn Camerota, who has reaped the rewards of her hard work and dedication because she had the confidence to believe in herself, take a leap of faith, and leave a stable, but unrewarding job in search of something better. She's now the co-host of CNN's flagship morning show, New Day, is writing her second book…and apparently makes a mean craft cocktail. Cheers, everyone! Enjoy! Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Isaac Lidsky overcame one of the most unfathomable of challenges. As a teenager, he learned that a rare eye disease would leave him completely blind within a few short years. Hear how it didn't stop his vision of his future, and just what he's accomplished along the way. LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena

Mark Schulman is an amazing drummer who has played with some of the biggest names in the business! In this episode, he shares stories from the stage, the lessons he has learned and his unwavering belief in the power of attitude. LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena

The Bragg Nutritional Foods line is well known for being associated with a healthy lifestyle. Today we're chatting with the CEO and longtime head of the company, Patricia Bragg. Originally founded by Paul Bragg, the two worked together to build an empire - and Patricia continued to run it long after he was gone. A true advocate for healthy living, and an absolute treasure - Patricia Bragg is one of a kind! LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena

Peter Shankman's brain works fast – faster than normal. He has ADHD and along the way has learned to not only manage it, but use it as a superpower! His secrets to productivity have made him an in-demand speaker, a respected marketing guru, podcast host and 5x best-selling author. Think you don't have enough time in your day? Peter can help you find a few extra hours!  LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena

Everyone knows the subscription box business model can be big business- especially when membership exceeds one million subscribers! In this episode we catch up with Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of FabFitFun, Katie Echevarria Rosen Kitchens. Katie reveals her insecurities as a young girl and what she learned from them, what life is like for the company during COVID, and gives us an “audio” peek inside the summer box! LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena

David Stapf didn't start out with ambitions to become the President of the most-watched broadcast television network in America. He was simply an out-of-work teacher who needed a job, and when one was offered - he had the confidence to take it, even though he didn't know the first thing about it.  In this rare and revealing interview, hear how being humble, honest and hard-working helped elevate this man from teacher to publicist to network executive... and the lessons he learned along the way.   LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena  Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena  Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena

How much confidence does it take to win a Superbowl - not once, but twice? To go from Superbowl champion to non-paid intern? To be a black businessman who is also in law enforcement, now, in our current emotionally-charged climate? In this episode, former Patriots player and Ocean97 CEO Jarvis Green shares his views on the turmoil going on in our country, the future of audience-less sports in a socially-distanced world, and how his biggest  challenges didn't take place on the field - but in the food business! Hear his inspiring story, the shocking truth of what happens to most professional athletes post-retirement, and lessons from his playbook of life that can help you not just stay in the game, but win it! LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena @therealjarvisgreen @oceans97 Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena @JarvisGreen97 Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena  LinkedIn: Suzanne Sena, Jarvis Green

In this very special episode of The Confidence Connection, during a volatile week, we focus on positivity while  I talk with a success story from my home state of Michigan - actor Shawn Christian. Shawn has known superstar success - but he understands that confidence is something that has to be encouraged and cultivated. Hear about his own experiences starting out, and how he now wants to help others recognize their purpose in life with his new series, “Alive with Purpose.” LINKS/RESOURCES Follow along on IG: @suzannesena @shawnchristian Follow on Twitter: @suzannesena @shawnchristian Follow on Facebook: Suzanne Sena, Shawn Christian

Our first guest is the amazingly driven and inspiring, Mahisha Dellinger - CEO and Founder of the haircare brand, Curls. Discover how she went from humble beginnings to corporate executive, launched her own business (in her garage) with no funding, and became a self-made millionaire! The author of “Against All Odds: From the Project to the Penthouse” and host of the OWN series, Minding Your Own Business With Mahisha, this rockstar entrepreneur knows what it takes to make it – and you'll love what you'll learn from hearing her story. LINKS/RESOURCES Twitter: @MahishaDelling1 & @suzannesena Follow along on IG: @mashisha_dellinger & @suzannesenna Follow along on Facebook!  Connect on LinkedIn!

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