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Lisa Sun, Founder and CEO, GRAVITAS, discusses how personal stories shape leadership journeys. She dives into the power of immigrant experiences, the role of self-confidence in achieving success, and her groundbreaking "superpower methodology." From identifying limiting beliefs to redefining confidence and ambition, Lisa shares actionable insights for embracing your unique strengths and living authentically. Get ready for the biggest event in packaging and processing the Southeast has ever seen! PACK EXPO Southeast will debut in Atlanta March 2025. Check out this new hub of innovation for consumer packaged goods and life sciences companies. Dive into the latest advancements and walk away with transformative solutions to address your unique challenges, big and small. Register today at packexposoutheast.comSupport the showRegister for PACK EXPO International today!

How can feedback lead to personal and professional growth?Why should HR leaders be more confident in who they are and the value they deliver? My guest on this episode is Lisa Sun, who is an entrepreneur and author, “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence.”During our conversation Lisa and I discuss: Why feedback is a gift that can lead to personal growth and transformation.Why confidence is not about external validation, but about understanding and appreciating your own abilities.How the traditional definition of confidence often leads to a double standard.Why expanding the scorecard of success and redefining the metrics of confidence can create a more inclusive and equitable workplace.Connecting with Lisa Sun: Connect with Lisa Sun on LinkedInLearn more about Lisa's company, Gravitas and her book.Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 22 top HR thought leaders.Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders

"Self-confidence is a choice and a mindset before it becomes a behavior," says Lisa Sun, CEO of GRAVITAS, a fashion brand dedicated to inclusivity and empowerment. She sits down with CoveyClub founder Lesley Jane Seymour to share her incredible journey from her immigrant upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. Discover how Sun's mission to catalyze confidence through size-inclusive fashion has transformed lives and inspired her to write her book, Gravitas: The 8 Strengths that Redefine Confidence. Take her unique confidence quiz, learn about the six forces that affect self-esteem, and get practical tips for reinventing your look and your mindset at the same time.   Bio: Lisa Sun is the Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence through size-inclusive fashion & inspiring content. Lisa is also the national best-selling author of GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence. Time Stamps (01:48) Lisa Sun grew up in the company of immigrant entrepreneurs (07:46) The average age of successful entrepreneur, according to big think data, is 45 (11:20) Sun's mission is to catalyze confidence - what that means (13:59) There are six forces that form the basis of an inner critic (17:08) Why Gravitas doesn't have mirrors in their dressing rooms (22:49) The product Gravitas is best known for is the suffragist newsprint collection (25:42) Gravitas is launching a product named after our potential first woman president (30:28) You look great at every size. It's just a number (30:36) Take a confidence quiz to identify your talents and strengths   Key Points: Merle Saferstein's journey highlights the transformative power of journaling and living intentionally. Living your legacy is more important than the material things you leave behind. Chance encounters can lead to life-changing opportunities; be open to them. Practical advice on how to start journaling and creating legacy projects. Links and Resources: Visit Gravitas Online Take the Confidence Quiz Purchase Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence Explore Covey Club

Episode SummaryAbout the Guest:Lisa Sun is a businesswoman through and through. She credits it to her parents, saying, “I cut my teeth as an entrepreneur, because in 1987, at the age of eight—I don't think my mother understood child labor laws—I was the cashier [at their restaurant]. I learned firsthand what it took to create something from nothing.” Lisa's achievements accelerated when she entered high school at only twelve years old and was introduced to Dale Carnegie. “I read [How to Win Friends and Influence People] cover to cover, and it was my formative experience at twelve years old learning what it meant to operate in Western culture, to shake hands and remember people's names and ask questions and be interested. I would not be the person I am today if I hadn't had that experience.”Lisa's experience also involves twelve years with McKinsey and Company, where she sought feedback and grew as a person. When she decided to start GRAVITAS, she interviewed 200 people for insights and brainstorming. She says, “The more you allow people to have fingerprints on your journey, the more likely they're going to be invested in [your] success.” Today, Lisa helps empower others with confidence so they can reach their highest potential.What You Will Learn:How to treat feedback as a giftDetails on the six forces Lisa has identified that hold us backThe importance of being who we are, not “faking it until we make it”Why you need to embrace your five-year-old self more oftenLisa could not have packed this interview with more insight than the plethora she provides. Don't miss out on all her tips for building confidence, her stories of growing up with a “Tiger Mom,” and her encouragement to take chances. Listeners will easily apply Lisa's advice to their own lives as they learn to live with more gravitas. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

[37:39] This award-winning Entrepreneur, speaker & author redefines confidence & inspires us with her incredible journey & a sneak-peek into her book & keynote

Have you ever heard the saying, be your own biggest fan?  That type of self confidence and assurance can be attainable according to our latest guest.  In this episode, we discuss the topic of Gravitas: Living a Life of Self Assurance with entrepreneur and author, Lisa Sun.  Lisa shared how we can learn a lot from the self-confidence displayed by 5 year olds; we discuss the eight types of confidence “superpowers” and Danielle and Kristy's results from the superpower quiz; and examples of ways in which we can do the work and reflection needed to shift our mindset and come to our place of personal gravitas.   Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that coaching can have in your life, visit Danielle's website at www.daniellemccombs.com and schedule a complimentary exploratory session.  Work with Kristy: You can work with Kristy one-on-one or hire her to speak with your team to improve workplace communication. Visit Kristy's website at www.kristyolinger.com Guest's website: ABOUT GRAVITAS (gravitasnewyork.com) Guest's book:  Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence: Sun, Lisa: 9781401972530: Amazon.com: Books TALK BIG QUESTIONS Use these prompts to have the opposite of small talk in real life. Is there a time in your life, so far, where you've felt the most self-confident? Do you feel more or less confident than you felt 10 years ago? Do you feel less confident in a room full of strangers or a room full of friends?  Why? Are your closest friends, ones that you share values or demographics with?  

Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out. In this episode our host William Corless and Lisa Sun discuss the core concepts of Gravitas, Self-Belief, Self confidence, Self assurance, Self worth. Also in this episode we learn how to channel your superpowers and discover your confidence language. We discuss what gets in peoples way and explore the 8 strengths: Leading, performing, achieving, giving, knowing, creating, believing, self sustaining.   Check out Lisa Sun's website: **Take the Confidence Language quiz in Chapter 3—www.MyConfidenceLanguage.com** 

Today on the You Can Heal Your Life podcast, Lisa Sun—author, CEO, and founder of Gravitas —interviews Lauren Wesley Wilson—founder and CEO of ColorComm—about her brand-new audiobook, What Do You Need? They discuss the importance of belonging, allyship, and focusing on growth opportunities in the workplace. Lisa and Lauren also explore the significance of understanding and fulfilling our basic needs for success and enjoyment in the workplace and share stories illustrating performative allyship versus genuine support. You can listen to the full audiobook FREE with a trial of the Empower You Unlimited Audio App. To start listening today, visit hayhouse.com/empoweryou. 

Launching an innovative retail brand while creating a movement is no easy task. In this episode,  Adam Torres and Lisa Sun, Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, explore the GRAVITAS story and Lisa's book, Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.Apply to be a guest on our podcast:https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/Visit our website:https://missionmatters.com/Support the showMore FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia

Lisa Sun shares her tools for building true, lasting confidence. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) What gravitas really means2) The Six Forces ruining your confidence3) How to discover your “confidence language”Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep936 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LISA — Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out.Prior to founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues. Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, People, and the Today Show in the same month. Sun and GRAVITAS have been featured on CNN and in Forbes, Fast Company, New York Magazine, Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle, and more. GRAVITAS includes among its activities a commitment to AAPI causes and New York City's Garment District. Often called the “dress whisperer,” Lisa is also a highly sought-after public speaker who likes to impart her hard-won knowledge on gravitas and how to best harness it to other women. • Book: Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence • LinkedIn: Lisa Sun • Quiz: MyConfidenceLanguage.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie • Book: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck • HBR Article: Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome by Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey • Past episode: 327: Unclog Your Brain through Unfocusing with Dr. Srini Pillay • Past episode: 852: Dale Carnegie's Timeless Wisdom on Building Mental Resilience and Strong Relationships with Joe Hart See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Kathi Sharpe-Ross interviews Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas and author of 'Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence.' They delve into the concept of gravitas, which encompasses not just confidence but also influence, presence and the ability to inspire respect. Lisa shares her childhood experiences and early influences, revealing how they shaped her holistic view of this powerful quality and its impact on personal and professional development. The conversation explores living life with self-assurance, addressing the challenges and fears of entrepreneurship and the importance of having a support system. Lisa emphasizes the relevance of her book for both men and women, highlighting the need for inclusive discussions on gender equality and the impact of promotability on gender pay gaps. They also touch on evaluation fairness for introverts. Some powerful takeaways from today's episode: Gravitas empowers you to cultivate unshakable self-belief and confidence, essential for personal and professional growth. Confidence is more than a feeling; it's a choice that shapes your mindset and behavior, influencing how you approach life's challenges. In entrepreneurship, facing challenges is inevitable, but with the right support and practical solutions, you can navigate these obstacles successfully. Gravitas isn't limited to a specific gender; it's a universal concept that fosters inclusive discussions and bridges gender gaps, promoting equality. Links: Lisa Sun LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sun-793777/ Gravitas Book Link (Amazon) - https://a.co/d/0cSYL6Z Lisa Sun Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lisalsun/?hl=en GRAVITAS confidence quiz - https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/my-confidence-language-quiz THE RE:INVENTION EXCHANGE - for more Inspired Content, Blogs, Podcasts, RE:INVENTION Virtual Chats, or to buy a copy of my book RE:INVENT YOUR LIFE! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? by Kathi Sharpe-Ross, visit https://www.thereinventionexchange.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathisr_chief_reinventor/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/kathi.sharpeross/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathisharpeross     Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReinventionExch

About This EpisodeLisa Sun, CEO and founder of GRAVITAS, is an expert voice on the topic of confidence and being your truest self. This discussion provides a multifaceted view of what it means to live a life characterized by boldness and gravitas. Lisa emphasizes how our mindset drives our behavior, and she explains the internal and external forces that can influence our sense of self-worth and confidence, providing examples from her own professional journey shifting from the corporate world to founding her own business. Lisa also describes the 8 Superpowers of Confidence, a new paradigm for understanding our own innate strengths, and the focus of her newest book, Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence. Ranging from leading and performing to knowing and believing, among others, these superpowers enable us to further understand our own sense of confidence and how to best build a team with complimentary superpowers. Tune in for an enlightening episode that will help you understand and unleash the confidence you have within. About Lisa SunLisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to makeover women from the inside out. Prior to founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues. Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, People, and the Today show in the same month. Sun and GRAVITAS have been featured on CNN and in Forbes, Fast Company, New York magazine, Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle, and more. GRAVITAS includes among its activities a commitment to AAPI causes and New York City's Garment District. Often called the “dress whisperer,” Lisa is also a highly sought-after public speaker who likes to impart her hard-won knowledge on gravitas and how to best harness it to other women.  Additional ResourcesWebsite: https://www.gravitasnewyork.com/Discover Your Confidence Language: https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/my-confidence-language-quizBuy Lisa's New Book, Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine ConfidenceInstagram: @LisaLSun   @GravitasNewYorkLinkedIn: @LisaSun

True confidence is really about believing in what you're good at and feeling sure about yourself. It's not about trying to be perfect or fearless. Instead, it's about knowing your own strengths and what makes you special, and facing challenges bravely by making the most of your talents. Did you know that being confident is something you can work on? If you're ready to grow your confidence language and embrace your superpowers, get ready for our next guest. Meet Lisa Sun. She grew up in California as the daughter of Taiwanese immigrant parents. She was an overachiever at a young age, graduating from high school two years early and funding her entire Yale education with six part-time jobs, scholarships, and financial aid. After 11 years at McKinsey & Co., she took a solo trip around the world and started her own clothing line, Gravitas. She promotes body positivity and self-confidence and recently released her book, Gravitas.In this episode of the HAPPINESS SQUAD Podcast, Ashish and Anil, together with Lisa Sun, CEO & Founder of Gravitas, explores how to grow your self-confidence and use it as your superpower.Things you will also learn from this episode:6 Forces that Sabotage Your Self-Confidence8 Superpowers that can Unleash Your Self-ConfidenceUnderstanding Your Confidence Language2 Mindsets that Influence Your Self-DoubtConfidence is your superpower – ready to unleash it? Listen to our episode now and take the first step towards empowering yourself.Resources:Gravitas New York Company WebsiteConfidence Language Quiz: https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/my-confidence-language-quiz Author Talks: Lisa Sun explains Why Confidence is Your SuperpowerWhat to Say Instead of “I'm Sorry” article by Lisa SunBooks:Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence"The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong KingstonLisa Sun's favorites: Jane Austen Books

Decoding confidence in today's society, where traditional views of assertiveness and extroversion often overshadow the true essence of self-assurance, is at the heart of Lisa Sun's innovative approach. Sun's exploration through her book and clothing brand, Gravitas, offers a refreshing perspective in a landscape where discussions around gender equality and evolving workplace dynamics are increasingly prominent. A pivotal study highlights a critical gap: despite frequently outperforming their male counterparts, females are less likely to be promoted as males, underscoring the urgency of decoding confidence beyond conventional stereotypes.What does the journey of decoding confidence entail, and how can it transcend gender norms and societal expectations? The latest episode of “Tuesdays with Morrisey” explores this central question, where host Adam Morrisey converses with Lisa Sun, the Founder & CEO of Gravitas.Morrisey and Sun's conversation includes the following:• The eight distinct types of confidence and their role in shaping personal and professional identities• The unique relationship between confidence and clothing, as demonstrated by Gravitas, in empowering individuals• Lisa Sun's personal experiences and revelations in her quest for decoding confidenceWith her rich background in management consulting and the fashion industry, Lisa Sun brings a unique perspective to confidence. Her journey, ignited by critical early career feedback, led her on a two-decade quest for understanding and embodying gravitas. Her educational achievements and industry accolades testify to her commitment to decoding confidence, making her a beacon of inspiration for a diverse audience.

“When we tie so much of our happiness to [the] brass ring… It really just keeps us even more insecure and more overachieving.” -Lisa Sun In this episode of Entreprenista, we sit down with fashion entrepreneur Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas New York, a lifestyle and apparel company that's revolutionizing the concept of shapewear. Lisa is also the best selling author of Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence, a book that aims to teach women to own their power. Learn how Lisa developed her entrepreneurial spirit, how her experience in the corporate world prepared her for entrepreneurship, and how she deals with the toxic cycle of dissatisfaction and overachievement. Lisa's mission for Gravitas is to catalyze confidence—tune in to hear exactly how she's elevating women and helping them see themselves in a whole new light.  We talked about:  The advantages to growing up as a first generation American (01:56) Climbing the corporate ladder as an Taiwanese-American woman  (04:37) The push it takes to make the leap into entrepreneurship (13:39) Lisa's 8 strengths that redefine confidence (22:48) The importance of validating others (34:17)  Embracing and accepting that you will make mistakes (45:04) Connect with Lisa Sun:  Gravitas New York The Gravitas Confidence Language quiz Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun Lisa on X Lisa on Instagram Founders Weekend: Join us from May 3-5th at The Ritz-Carlton in Orlando for your opportunities to connect and build relationships with the most powerful women in business. We can't wait to be with you in person at our Founders Weekend Wealth & Wellness Retreat. Reserve your tickets here.  Are you ready to make meaningful business connections that lead to real business results?    Join our Entreprenista League community of women founders at entreprenista.com/join! You'll have access to a private community of like-minded Entreprenistas who are making an impact in business every day, special discounts on business products and solutions, exclusive content, private events, the opportunity to have your story featured on our website and social channels, and access to Office Hours with top founders who have been on our show! We can't wait to welcome you, support you, and be part of your business journey!   Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of The Entreprenista Podcast - the most fun business meeting for women founders and leaders. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.   Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart Radio | GooglePlay   Be sure to share your favorite episodes across social media to help us reach more amazing female founders, like you.

In this episode, I am talking to Lisa Sun, an inspiring figure who has transformed her early career feedback into a lifelong journey of self-empowerment and teaching others about the essence of confidence. Lisa shares her unique insights into what gravitas truly means and how it transcends traditional notions of confidence. From discussing the six forces that shape our self-perception to exploring eight forms of confidence, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to understand and improve their self-confidence. Lisa's stories of personal growth and her approach to feedback as a tool for development provide invaluable lessons. Plus, don't miss her thoughts on the challenges faced by Gen Z in the workplace and her advice on navigating professional life. Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. It offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and  content designed to make over women from the inside out. Prior to founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at  McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury  fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues.  Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine,  People, and the Today show. Sun and  GRAVITAS have been featured on CNN, Forbes, Fast  Company, New York magazine, Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle,  and more. Often called the “dress whisperer,” Lisa is also a  highly sought-after public speaker and an author who likes to impart her hard-won knowledge on gravitas and how to best harness it to other women. SHOWNOTES - 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:20 - Lisa's understanding of Gravitas and her journey with it 00:05:20 - How we misunderstand confidence 00:07:18 - The Six Forces of the Self-Critic 00:11:20 - Satisfaction Conundrum 00:13:20 - The limiting definition of Confidence & Gravitas 00:15:10 - The eight different forms of confidence 00:19:50 - How Lisa navigates crisis of confidence 00:21:20 - Approaching feedback constructively 00:26:00 - Confidence in the absence of accomplishments 00:30:00 - Advice for aggressive GenZ 00:34:10 - Shame buddy and other allies 00:38:00 - How to read Lisa's book, Gravitas 00:41:15 - Mindset when living through a difficult period 00:42:40 - An Experience Lisa Hopes Others Live Through   CONNECT WITH LISA SUN  - Website - https://gravitasnewyork.com/ Book (Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence) - https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/gravitas-book-the-8-strengths-that-redefine-confidence   CONNECT WITH ME - Take the EmoPersona Quiz - https://www.kratimehra.com/emopersonaquiz/ Subscribe to the Newsletter - https://www.kratimehra.com/newsletter/ For more, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com/experible/ Email - support@kratimehra.com

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Lisa Sun explores the interplay of likability, competence, and gender biases in leadership, emphasizing cultural influences. She introduces four persuasion superpowers - leadership, performance, creativity, and self-sustenance - essential for personal growth. The discussion covers challenges in self-development, such as the “Satisfaction Conundrum” and the “Superhero Facade,” highlighting the importance of self-appreciation. Lisa also delves into empathy as the basis of giving and the role of specific gratitude in enhancing self-worth. Overall, the episode concludes with insights on leveraging individual strengths for team success and the significance of recognizing personal and collective achievements.  

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Lisa Sun, author and founder of Gravitas, discusses redefining ‘gravitas' and confidence. Growing up as a Taiwanese immigrant's daughter in California, she overcame financial hardships and excelled academically. After a career at McKinsey and solo world travel, she founded a clothing line emphasizing body positivity. Lisa's book, Gravitas challenges traditional concepts of confidence, focusing on inner strength and self-belief. Additionally, she introduces eight ‘superpowers' for building confidence, including leadership, empathy, and resilience. Overall, her insights offer an inclusive perspective on confidence, emphasizing its importance beyond conventional definitions and societal expectations, especially for women.

Step into a captivating conversation as Tim and Kurt engage with Lisa Sun, the author of Gravitas. Lisa introduces the intriguing concept that each of us possesses superpowers—not the extraordinary kind, but those that ignite leadership, achievement, and self-belief. In this discussion, Lisa unveils the eight superpowers that make up confidence. Moving beyond mere behavioral traits, Lisa emphasizes that confidence is fundamentally a mindset. Uncover the key to building self-confidence by recognizing strengths and celebrating past successes. While we may not possess telekinetic abilities, join Lisa, Kurt, and Tim as they explore how shifting our mindset, silencing our inner critic, and reframing challenges as opportunities can foster a stronger sense of self-worth. This engaging episode offers insights into gender differences in confidence and the societal need for a redefined understanding of this crucial trait. During the Grooving Session, Kurt and Tim share practical strategies for altering perspectives on life's challenges and reframing emotions for better understanding and management. Ready to unlock your mental superpowers? Join Lisa, Kurt, and Tim in this enlightening episode and embark on your journey to a more confident self. © 2023 Behavioral Grooves Topics  (2:37) Intro and Speed Round (4:06) Creativity, self-confidence, and personal growth (9:09) Ageism, self-doubt, and confidence (12:15) Building self-confidence (20:45) Inner child and inner critic (25:58) Self-awareness, self-confidence, and overcoming fears (35:48) Leadership qualities, gender, and confidence (41:32) Workplace culture and gender bias (53:11) Grooving Session: Confidence and self-expression © 2023 Behavioral Grooves Links  The Confidence Language Quiz About Gravitas Gravitas Women The Gravitas Blend  Kelly Shue and Women's Promotions  Musical Links  John Lennon “Imagine” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkgkThdzX-8  The King and I “Shall We Dance” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgVPnWmUqd4  Boys II Men “Motownphilly” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rciee-oQLoI  Mariah Carey “We Belong Together” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0habxsuXW4g

Today we are joined by Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas and national bestselling author of GRAVITAS, to talk about being the child of immigrants, the job review that inspired her to start her company, and resetting the meaning of confidence.

What is the Athletics Ontario Road and Trail Ambassador Program? In a series highlighting these amazing individuals, host John Shep and the Trillium Running Podcast start things off by speaking with Lisa Sun of Ontario run crew We Run North York about the everyday and every way runner. Find out more about Lisa Sun on IG: https://www.instagram.com/belovedrunner/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsontario.ca/2022-ao-membership-registration/

Who doesn't want more confidence, especially when you have stepped out of your comfort zone and are trying to do something you haven't yet mastered! That's when most of us begin feeling like an imposter. Today's episode is focused on the 8 confidence super powers – the mindsets that make all the difference to sustaining confidence. Tune in to hear how you can build more confidence.

Who doesn't want more confidence, especially when you have stepped out of your comfort zone and are trying to do something you haven't yet mastered! That's when most of us begin feeling like an imposter. Today's episode is focused on the 8 confidence super powers – the mindsets that make all the difference to sustaining confidence. Tune in to hear how you can build more confidence.

Lisa Sun is the author of Gravitas: The 8 Strengths the Redefine Confidence. She is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out. Prior to founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues. Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, People, and The Today show in the same month. Sun and GRAVITAS have been featured on CNN and in Forbes, Fast Company, New York magazine, Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle, and more. GRAVITAS includes among its activities a commitment to AAPI causes and New York City's Garment District. Often called the “dress whisperer,” Lisa is also a highly sought-after public speaker who likes to impart her hard-won knowledge on gravitas and how to best harness it to other women. https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/my-confidence-language-quiz https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sun-793777 This episode is brought to you by... The Long-Distance Team. Remote leadership experts, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, help leaders navigate the new world of remote and hybrid teams to design the culture they desire for their teams and organizations in their new book! Book Recommendations Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun  Asian American Dreams by Helen Zia  Related Episodes Sparking Leadership Confidence with Angie Morgan

You've heard of love languages, but what about your confidence language?! It's the answer to being more confident in work, life, and with yourself. Gravitus author, Lisa Sun, shares the misconception about confidence, the 8 strengths that redefine confidence, and why it's important to know your confidence language.Show NotesWeekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQWFollow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP Confidence Quiz: https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/my-confidence-language-quizWorkplace Love Language Quiz: https://www.careercontessa.com/resources/workplace-love-language-quiz/ Gravitus Book:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731156/gravitas-by-lisa-sun/This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.At Westin hotels, there's amenities and offerings aimed to help you move well, eat well, and sleep well, so you can keep your well-being close, while away. Find wellness on your next stay at Westin.Next time you're thinking of celebrating a special moment in your life, remember that your natural diamond also protects vulnerable wildlife species and brings prosperity to many less fortunate communities around the world. For more information, visit naturaldiamonds.com Visit gtmbawomen.com to learn more about Georgia Tech Scheller's MBA Programs and take the first step toward a brighter future filled with endless possibilities.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ABOUT Lisa Sun:Lisa's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sun-793777/Websites:To learn more about Lisa's book:  https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/gravitas-book-the-8-strengths-that-redefine-confidenceLearn more about our forthcoming book, GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine ConfidenceTo discover your superpowers: www.MyConfidenceLanguage.comwww.GravitasNewYork.comBIO:Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out. Prior to founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues. Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, People, and the Todays how in the same month.Sun and GRAVITAS have been featured on CNN and in Forbes, Fast Company, New York magazine, Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle, and more. GRAVITAS includes among its activities a commitment to AAPI causes and New York City's Garment District. Often called the “dress whisperer,” Lisa is also a highly sought-after public speaker who likes to impart her hard-won knowledge on gravitas and how to best harness it to other women.SHOW INTRO: Welcome to the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast.These dynamic dialogues based on our acronym DATA - design, architecture, technology, and the arts crosses over disciplines but maintains a common thread of people who are passionate about the world we live in and human's influence on it, the ways we craft the built environment to maximize human experience, increasing our understanding of human behavior and searching for the New Possible.The NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is presented by VMSD. VMSD is the publisher of VMSD magazine and brings us, in the brand experience world, the International Retail Design Conference. The IRDC is one of the best retail design conferences that there is bringing together the world of retailers, brands and experience placemakers every year for two days of engaging conversations and pushing the discourse forward on what makes retailing relevant.You will find the archive of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast on VMSD.com.Thanks also goes to Shop Association the only global retail trade association dedicated to elevating the in-store experience. SHOP Association represents companies and affiliates from 25 countries and brings value to their members through research, networking, education, events and awards. Check then out on SHOPAssociation.orgIn this episode I talk with Lisa Sun the Founder and CEO of the apparel brand Gravitas and the author of the recently published, runaway best seller titled - “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence.”But first a few thoughts.****************In the spring of 2022, I was in New York for the annual Vision Monday Leadership Summit. This event was being called “Discover & Recalibrate! Trends, Ideas and Tactics for Confronting Radical Change.” This 13th Annual gatherings brought into sharp focus the megatrends shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic.A lot of change has occurred in the world from the spring of 2020 up to this event. The COVID pandemic had shifted our worlds. The uncertainty and ambiguity brought about by the evolving circumstance of a global pandemic was a cause for pause. A time to re-evaluate and find strategies to address new challenges that faced us all.My talk focused on navigating the fluid world of exponential change, facing down the unknown and looking for ways to remain buoyant in the sea of change all around us. I suggested that cultural mindsets had been shifting over the past few years and that they had been hastened in the context of the global pandemic. When brands, their goods, services and experiences, are at odds with evolving culture, they can lose their value even if their legacy stays strong. As cultural transformation happens, brands need to learn how to navigate cultural complexity and create a different future that is aligned with the pace of change. In a post-pandemic, experience-seeking economy, health, safety and welfare are a baseline in the guest expectation set. But addressing evolving customer needs was now well beyond making sure customers were safe while shopping, visiting a hotel or simply being out in the community. How do we keep up with the pace of change? As the pace of change speeds along how can we finding meaning in the in-between of the last and the next big thing? I focused on how can changing your mindset about change allow us to see the ‘now' as an emergent space of creative possibility?Changing your mindset – reframing the context – seeing the interdependency of things – looking for opportunity in upheaval… these all seemed to be front-row-center how we needed to adjust to a new world order.As I was in the speaker's green room waiting for my time slot to come up, in bounds a woman with an air of openness, humility and eagerness to connect. There was an energy of confidence that emanated from her. She seemed to stand her ground, command her conversations and did so while not imposing on you but welcoming you into a shared space of empathic connection. I thought to my self, that I had to make sure that is saw that presentation.When Lisa Sun hit the stage, she was direct and vulnerable. She was hilarious with her impressions of her Taiwanese mother who she says was a Tiger Mom before it became a thing with publishing of Amy Chua's book that popularized the term. She shared her personal journey, living with her immigrant parents in Rancho Cucamonga who ran the only Chinese restaurant withing 40 miles of her home. Her first job out of college was working in a scrap metal yard, then worked for 11 years at McKinsey and Company where she spent on average 250 days a year on the road. She decided to take an 11 month sojourn to travel the world ending her trip with passing through Taiwan where her parents had retired. Her mother tried convinced her to spend half of her life's saving to create her own business rather than going back to the corporate consulting world. A fateful yearly performance review led to an epiphany and that in turn led her to her company Gravitas being born.Today Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out.Her first collection was featured inO, The Oprah Magazine, People,and theToday show in the same month.Lisa Sun and GRAVITAS have been featured on CNN and inForbes, Fast Company,New York magazine, Elle, Marie Claire,InStyle, and more. Often called the “dress whisperer,” Lisa is also a highly sought-after public speaker who likes to impart her hard-won knowledge on having gravitas and how to best harness it in other people.10 + years after starting Gravitas the company, “Gravitas: the book, subtitled “The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence” has been published. In her book Lisa Sun shares her journey of self-discovery and combines it with proprietary research, real-world examples, and anecdotes from other successful women who have championed their own definition of self-worth.When I think back to the Vision Monday Leadership Summit and it being called “Discover & Recalibrate! Trends, Ideas and Tactics for Confronting Radical Change” I was talking about the radical environmental contextual change all around us and how that would influence change in the way we re-thought the design of our companies, brand experience places and re-writing long-held narratives that were no longer suited to a world of rapid change.I think Lisa's talk was signaling the need for personal radical change. Seeking for a view of oneself that required a mindset shift to believing in a sense of self-empowerment - welcoming change as a vehicle for personal growth. Gravitas, both the apparel company and the book, seek to “catalyze confidence.” ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites: https://www.davidkepron.com    (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645  (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comTwitter: DavidKepronPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore.  In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon. David also writes a popular blog called “Brain Food” which is published monthly on vmsd.com. ************************************************************************************************************************************The next level experience design podcast is presented by VMSD magazine and Smartwork Media. It is hosted and executive produced by David Kepron. Our original music and audio production by Kano Sound. The content of this podcast is copywrite to David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design. Any publication or rebroadcast of the content is prohibited without the expressed written consent of David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design.Make sure to tune in for more NXTLVL “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture Technology and the Arts” wherever you find your favorite podcasts and make sure to visit vmsd.com and look for the tab for the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast there too.

This week on In the Details, Karen is joined by the dynamic Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun. On a mission to inspire and empower women from the inside out, Lisa works to instill and build confidence by helping them discover their confidence superpowers. Lisa shares her own journey of finding gravitas with listeners as well as how she cracked the code to help women build self-worth on their own terms. Karen and Lisa explore how to identify your strengths and own your power, as well as how to choose confidence during life's transitions. Tune in for a conversation that's sure to spark your inner confidence and inspire positive change in your life. Curious about discovering your own confidence language discussed in this week's episode? Take the quiz here.  ---- Mentions: Gravitas: The 8 Strengths that Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun Follow Lisa Sun on LinkedIn and check out her website. Don't forget to order a copy of her brand new book!  Want to support the In the Details podcast? Make sure to visit Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify, then rate it five stars and share it with your community! You can also stop by Karen Allen's website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on In the Details, Karen is joined by the dynamic Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun. On a mission to inspire and empower women from the inside out, Lisa works to instill and build confidence by helping them discover their confidence superpowers. Lisa shares her own journey of finding gravitas with listeners as well as how she cracked the code to help women build self-worth on their own terms. Karen and Lisa explore how to identify your strengths and own your power, as well as how to choose confidence during life's transitions. Tune in for a conversation that's sure to spark your inner confidence and inspire positive change in your life. Curious about discovering your own confidence language discussed in this week's episode? Take the quiz here.  ---- Mentions: Gravitas: The 8 Strengths that Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun Follow Lisa Sun on LinkedIn and check out her website. Don't forget to order a copy of her brand new book!  Want to support the In the Details podcast? Make sure to visit Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify, then rate it five stars and share it with your community! You can also stop by Karen Allen's website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on DisrupTV episode 336, Chris Roeder, Executive Managing Director, Broker Lead, Lisa Sun, Author of GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence and Henry King and Vala Afshar, Co-Authors of Boundless. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

Are you ready to redefine confidence and show up more empowered at work? In this episode, host Shari Simpson interviews Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas. Lisa shares her journey of empowering women and redefining confidence. She discusses the intersection of fashion and self-assurance and how it influences personal journeys. Tune in to hear Lisa's inspiring story and the importance of showing up and being seen. Guest(s): Lisa Sun, Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS

If you were told you lack gravitas, how would you respond? When Lisa Sun got that feedback in her first review as a business consultant in a global management consulting firm, it sent her on a two decades quest to uncover what it means to have gravitas, to be truly confident and know your own value. No longer a burned out consultant, Lisa is a noted fashion entrepreneur, founder of the lifestyle brand “Gravitas,” and now the author of “Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence.” “...For me, I wanted to redefine confidence, not as a performative behavior but as a choice, a mindset…I wanted to double-click on that through quantitative research, and identify eight other types of confidence because we don't all have to fit into that stereotype of swagger, and extraversion and charisma, to feel good about ourselves…” You can learn more about Lisa, her work as an entrepreneur, founder and author at gravitasnewyork.com Be the first to know of new episodes by subscribing to this show on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. And, if you enjoy this episode or any previous episodes, be sure to give us a star rating and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Have a guest idea or want to learn more about Brunner Communications? Contact us at info@LizBrunner.com For more: •Lizbrunner.com •BrunnerAcademy.com •Facebook •Twitter: @lizbrunner •Instagram: @lizbrunner •Liz's best-selling book: Dare to Own You: Taking Your Authenticity and Dreams Into Your Next Chapter •Liz's Keynote Sizzle Reel •Liz's Podcast Guest Comments #liveyourbestlifepodcast #liveyourbestlifewithlizbrunner https://lizbrunner.com/live-your-best-life/

Lisa Sun, CEO and founder of New York-based GRAVITAS, a company offering innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out, discusses what it means to be on a mission to catalyze confidence, how her clothes are made and sold, what percentage of her business is international, and why she wrote the book GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence.

Lisa Sun is Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, a company whose origin story dates back to Lisa's first professional review: that she “lacked gravitas” and “should go buy a new dress, big jewelry, and great shoes.” Realizing the transformative power that clothing can have, Lisa secured the patent on building shapewear into dresses and launched Gravitas as a Confidence Company that offers innovative apparel and styling solutions designed to makeover women from the inside-out. Prior to founding Gravitas, Lisa spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company where she advised leading luxury, fashion, and beauty brands globally on strategic and operational issues. Lisa graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Yale University with distinction in Biology and Political Science. Represented exclusively by Leading Authorities: https://www.leadingauthorities.com/speakers/lisa-sun   About GRAVITAS Our mission is to Catalyze Confidence. GRAVITAS is intelligent function meets versatile fashion. Our patented innovations and styling solutions empower every woman to have a confident sense of self, inspired by our founder Lisa Sun's own life story. The figure-flattering collections are designed for every woman, shape, and size, offered in Sizes 0-24W. Since its Q4 2013 launch, GRAVITAS has garnered a loyal customer following and received over 80 press features, including stories in Oprah Magazine, W Magazine, ELLE, New York Magazine, InStyle, Marie Claire (US, China), People, Cosmopolitan, WWD, Fast Company, Forbes, to name a few, and features on TODAY Show, CNN, and ABC News.    Listen to this Takin' Care of Lady Business Jennifer Justice speaks with Lisa Sun, CEO and founder of Gravitas. Lisa shares her inspiring story of being the daughter of immigrants who came to America with little money and how she became an entrepreneur. She also explains how she founded Gravitas to catalyze confidence and started out by making clothing with shapewear built in.   Here is what to expect on this week's show: - Why believing in yourself is the foundation for achieving success. - How self-worth is an internal process, not an external one. - The importance of using experiences to inform your company. - Why it is important to recognize our own strengths, be kind to ourselves, and find a support group to help us through difficult times.     Quotes: "Dumbo did not need a feather to fly, but it reminded him that he could." - Lisa Sun "Not every journey is just like a linear thing... it's not all roses. Everybody hears about the things that come out and make you an instant billionaire, but that's very rare, and it usually happens to men... you should know what you're getting into." – Jennifer Justice "You don't get written about until you've succeeded, okay? And we never read about the 90% plus of women entrepreneurs who every single day feel alone, especially if you don't have a co-founder, and the burden is solely on you." - Lisa Sun “I tied so much of myself worth to certain metrics…That the sales target, the number, all of these things, I really tied up my self-worth with these external benchmarks... I realized that I could tie my self-worth to the quality of my character... I had to take stock of these other metrics that are not public facing. There's no award documenting your success for yourself." – Lisa Sun Lisa's Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731156/gravitas-by-lisa-sun/ Gravitas: https://gravitasnewyork.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we are joined by Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS New York, a versatile fashion brand focused on empowering women to find their confidence. Launching from her speech at ALHI's Leadership Summit, Lisa describes how to step out of your comfort zone and into your confidence with intentional daily rituals. She and Mike share the impactful ways their immigrant parents shaped who they are and the surprising ways to identify and harness your individual super powers. Today's episode is brought to you by PGA National Resort, where luxury is always the standard, and golf is never considered just a game. Anchored by six championship golf courses, this world-class destination boasts 370 newly designed guestrooms and over 40,000 square feet of meeting space. With a recent $100 million resort-wide renovation, this elegant Palm Beach icon embraces the best Florida has to offer by delivering an approachable but enviable lifestyle stay for guests and attendees alike.

Self Worth - the ability to accept your true value. In this week's episode, we invited content creator, Lisa, to chat about her experiences in balancing her corporate-life, her tiktok vlogs and her current passion project - Skyncare Routine! Skyncare Routine's flagship product will be the Rose 'Heartbreak' Oil that is a beautifully scented body oil infused with red rose petals and 24k gold. Breakups are rarely spoken of compared to #relationshipgoals and Lisa wants to remind people that no matter who you are or what you've lost, you are not alone. Check out her amazing content below! ▶ Lisa's socials

Lisa Sun is the Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, a company whose origin story dates back to Lisa's first professional review: that she “lacked gravitas” and “should go buy a new dress, big jewelry, and great shoes.” Realizing the transformative power that clothing can have, Lisa secured the patent on building shapewear into dresses and launched Gravitas as a Confidence Company that offers innovative apparel and styling solutions designed to makeover women from the inside-out. Prior to founding Gravitas, Lisa spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company where she advised leading luxury, fashion, and beauty brands globally on strategic and operational issues. Lisa graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Yale University with distinction in Biology and Political Science. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, shares her ideas on how to Reinvent your dreams. She talks about the journey of starting GRAVITAS, getting motivation and support to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, and Reinventing her business to suit people's needs. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation: Fulfilling your childhood dreams Helping your children achieve their dreams Dealing with unexpected business challenges Reinventing your business ideas to meet different needs [1:53] Lisa and Gravitas' Background Lisa worked at McKinsey & Company for 11 years, advising luxury fashion and beauty brands on issues regarding strategy and operations. GRAVITAS was founded in response to the not-so-terrific first professional review she ever received, noting that she “lacked gravitas.” Lisa realized the transformative power clothing has on women and developed a passion for building shapers into dresses, offering styling solutions that spark confidence in women. [21:05] Implementing a Business Idea From an Unfulfilled Need With her mother's support, Lisa started GRAVITAS to solve the underlying issues of money and people. She didn't fundraise or write up a business plan to get started; Lisa instead used her life savings and a financial model she had saved on a Word document. From working with McKinsey & Company, she already had a head start on developing connections within the fashion industry. [30:48] Dealing With the Impact of COVID-19 Despite establishing itself as a brand throughout 2019, GRAVITAS saw a tremendous decrease in sales at the beginning of 2020. Lisa hoped to launch services in China, but COVID-19 had other plans. Because of the newly-implemented stay-at-home policies, many people sent back clothes they wouldn't be able to wear anymore. But that was not the end. GRAVITAS received orders from hospitals to make gowns and masks, although that was not their specialty. There was little profit coming in compared to when they made dresses, but GRAVITAS had to keep the lights on to keep their workers employed. [36:22] GRAVITAS' Reinvention Lisa Reinvented her brand from working to suit the needs of women of different sizes to designing uniforms for the Hilton Hotels in New York and fire and police department uniforms. GRAVITAS has also launched content and sold books on realizing the unmet need to help women feel their best. [40:21] The Main Idea Behind GRAVITAS the Book Lisa's main idea was to instill self-confidence in her readers, to help them discover their superpowers. The book begins to actively make the unconscious conscious that we're the best out in the world. Guest Bio: Lisa Sun is the Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, a company whose origin story dates back to Lisa's first professional review: that she “lacked gravitas” and “should go buy a new dress, big jewelry, and great shoes.” Realizing the transformative power of clothing, Lisa secured the patent on building shapewear into dresses and launched Gravitas, a Confidence Company offering innovative apparel and styling solutions to makeover women from the inside-out. Lisa spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company as an advisor to leading luxury, fashion, and beauty brands on their strategies and operations. She graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Yale University with distinction in Biology and Political Science. Links to Resources: https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/gravitas https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sun-793777/ http://www.thereinventionexchange.com/

This episode of High Church includes thoughts on:  Special guest Lisa Sun, podcast personas, mansplaining, putting on a self, cannabis, pugnacious behavior, bickering, marriage, longing for authenticity, “mm, good point”, learned behaviors, six foot bongs, watching yourself brush your teeth, the “real” you, awakening experiences you, your oldest habit, holding onto thoughts, the Big Death, a really funny show, Christ, the eucharist, union, remember the Awareness, doing sex, what quitting means for your life, losing and finding, just a matter of when, nothing to say, free enough to be annoying, purity cultures, control, Lisa did not check out, the perfect closing   Find High Church here!

Welcome to the Fullstack Educator Podcast! Click here to take a survey that will help us plan for season 3! Lisa Sun is a passionate advocate for inclusive, progressive education where, driven by their own curiosity, children are actively engaged in the process, developing a lifelong love of learning. The Philadelphia School’s Head of School, Lisa champions its core values of hands-on learning, critical thinking, equity and social justice, and engagement in the city of Philadelphia to help its 400 students to become responsible and active citizens. Lisa currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) and serves as a faculty member for the National Association of Independent Schools’ (NAIS) Fellowship for Aspiring School Heads. Her writing has been published in The Baltimore Sun and The NAIS Magazine. Lisa mentors teachers and administrators who want to develop management skills and transition into school leadership roles. Here are links to the resources mentioned in our conversation with Lisa Sun about progressive education & mentorship. Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn or through The Philadelphia School’s website. Learn more about The Philadelphia School here. Book: Primal Leadership by Daniel Goleman You can connect with Matt McGee and Michael Lomuscio on LinkedIn. You can follow Fullstack Educator on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. If you enjoyed this podcast please subscribe, rate it, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Episodes of this podcast are released bi-weekly.

The We Run North York run crew may be relatively new to the Toronto community, having recently celebrated their one year anniversary, but you wouldn’t know it by the number of new runners joining their ranks and their presence on social media! Joyce Law and Lisa Sun met when they both ran with another crew in 2017. When the leader of the run crew decided to move on. Joyce and another runner, Matthew Ma, took over are rebranded the crew as We Run North York. In this episode, we discuss why the crew decided to plan destination brunch runs early on and why they continued the tradition a year later. The crew now has four executive team members, Joyce Law, Lisa Sun, Matthew Ma, and Chris Womg. Joyce and Lisa will also discuss how they attract new runners, give back to the Toronto running community, and keep runners safe during a pandemic. If you’re a fan of madeleine pastries, you don’t want to miss this episode! To learn more about We Run North York, you can follow them on Instagram at: @werunnorthyork To learn more about Joyce Law, you can follow her on Instagram at: @joysofrunning To learn more about Lisa Sun, you can follow her on Instagram at: @belovedrunner Follow The Longest Stride: Instagram - @TheLongestStride Twitter - @Longest_Stride https://www.thelongeststride.com

CEO of GRAVITAS and Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Rider University Geoff Arnold, joined us for a conversation on the benefits of working with a team, the power of practice and ego being the center of our philosophy. The guests also touched on having a perspective that anything is solvable.

How do you take a difficult situation and turn it into something positive? CEO and Founder at GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun, joined us for a powerful conversation on the definition of gravitas, embodying body positivity, and exuding self-confidence.

Happy running BFF day! On this episode, we celebrate the happiness that is a running bestie and who better to do that with than the amazing duo of Lisa Sun and Joyce Law. Joyce and Lisa met online and went on to become sole mates and key members of the Ontario run crew We Run North York (Joyce is the co-leader). From their stories on the run to their matching outfits, Lisa and Joy are sunshine in a bottle and had me laughing all hour. Enjoy!

Don't be "fashionably" late to Vanessa Chan's conversation with Lisa Sun, CEO & Founder of Gravitas, a fashion company whose mission is to merge intelligent function with size-inclusive versatility. Lisa explains that connecting the dots of her life: her passion for helping people and love of fashion, eventually led her to start her own company. This interview is sure to be your style in more ways than one!

For this episode of Juicy Bits, Jillian Raymond sat down with Lisa Sun, the CEO of Gravitas, to talk about entrepreneurship, navigating failures, resilience, and body positivity. There may also be a little bit of fashion advice peppered in there as well, which we welcome anytime. Have a listen and let us know what you think at juicybits@coalitionsnow.com. And if you like what you hear, consider supporting us on Patreon at patreon.com/juicybits.

Air Date: 8/02/2019 Today we take a look at the ways that Trump and his administration are systematically chipping away at the concept of a free press, a hallmark tactic of authoritarian governments everywhere Be part of the show! Leave a message at 202-999-3991   EPISODE SPONSORS: Babbel.com | Credo.com/BEST| Clean Choice Energy SHOP AMAZON: Amazon USA | Amazon CA | Amazon UK  MEMBERSHIP ON PATREON (Get AD FREE Shows & Bonus Content) SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: Freedom of the Press with Lisa Sun and RonNell Andersen Jones - Amicus with Dahlia Lithwick - Air Date 9-29-18 Under authoritarianism, Identifying enemies, such as the press, is the right of the leader and in doing so it limits the power and capabilities of that enemy. Ch. 2: A Coup Against the First Amendment - Intercepted with Jeremy Scahill - Air Date 5-29-19 The government is criminally prosecuting a publisher for printing truthful information. Whether Assange is extradited or not, this case casts a dangerous cloud over aggressive national security reporting and means criminalizing journalism is on the table. Ch. 3: Noam Chomsky On Julian Assange - Democracy Now - Air Date 7-5-19 Noam Chomsky discusses Assange's arrest and the governments actively working to silence journalists. Ch. 4: Freedom From Lies with Linda McQuaig - Ideas From CBC Radio - Air Date 4-12-19 Linda McQuaig discussed Trump's relationship with the media and how much he attacks and dismantles our system Ch. 5: Whistleblower Arrest Signals Ongoing Attempts to Silence the Press with James Risen - Democracy Now - Air Date 5-11-19 The Intercept’s senior national security correspondent views the arrests of journalistic sources as an attempt to stifle the "debate about this fundamental issue of who lives and dies." Ch. 6: The Battle Against A Free Press Continues with Richard Griffiths - The David Pakman Show - Air Date 6-24-19 Richard Griffiths, President of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation, joins David to discuss a bill that would set ethical standards for journalism work as well as sanction journalists who violate them Bonus Clip: Negotiating with drug companies - Election Ride Home VOICEMAILS Ch. 7: Patient protocols for prescription drugs - Heather from Texas Ch. 8: Health care vs health insurance - Holly from San Francisco FINAL COMMENTS Ch. 9: Final comments on the need to focus on the positive benefits of Medicare for All, not just the negative benefits MUSIC(Blue Dot Sessions): Opening Theme: Loving Acoustic Instrumental by John Douglas Orr  Dirtbike Lovers - Desert Orchard Neil Takes Two - Studio J The Back Lot - Sunday at Slims Heather - Migration One Little Triumph - Piano Mover Voicemail Music: Low Key Lost Feeling Electro by Alex Stinnent Closing Music: Upbeat Laid Back Indie Rock by Alex Stinnent   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Thanks for listening! Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Support the show via Patreon Listen on iTunes | Stitcher| Spotify| Alexa Devices| +more Check out the BotL iOS/AndroidApp in the App Stores! Follow at Twitter.com/BestOfTheLeft Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Review the show on iTunesand Stitcher!

Imagine inviting 200 people to rip apart your business idea. In preparing for her business launch, Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas, did just that. While many people avoid critical feedback, Lisa Sun views it as an enormous gift, which resulted in her founding a multi-million dollar brand.

After years of working in corporate America, Lisa Sun was taking a much-needed break while visiting her family in Taiwan and deciding what her next act would be. Luckily for all of us, that next chapter turned out to be her clothing line Gravitas, which is much more than pretty dresses. Through Gravitas, Lisa is on a mission to empower all women to embrace their confidence and own their moment. “When I was 22, my first boss told me I didn’t have gravitas," Lisa says. "She told me to buy a new dress – and every morning look in the mirror and believe in myself. When a woman wears Gravitas, I hope she looks and feels her best self. Because when you love and believe in yourself, anything is possible. Every woman deserves to stand taller and own her moment. Gravitas is the gift of self-confidence.” On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Lisa shares her personal journey, how she grew her business and the importance of having a feedback loop you can trust.

This week fashion entrepreneur Lisa Sun provides a laundry list of tips on how to make sure  your China trip goes off without a hitch. Also, Mark and Nikki talk about traveling alone: How to do it safely, how to eat alone without being embarrassed, and one place to avoid when you're soloSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week fashion entrepreneur Lisa Sun provides a laundry list of tips on how to make sure  your China trip goes off without a hitch. Also, Mark and Nikki talk about traveling alone: How to do it safely, how to eat alone without being embarrassed, and one place to avoid when you're solo

In this podcast, Dr. Alison Christy interviews Sarah Lee from Stanford  and Gabrielle deVeber from Sick Kids in Toronto about their article, Moyamoya Disease in Children: Results From the International Pediatric Stroke Study. She also interviews Lisa Sun from Johns Hopkins University.

This week on Mom Talk Radio, Lisa Sun, Founder and CEO of Project Gravitas, shares how moms can see themselves in their best light. Spotlight on Moms features Raquel Cusi of StrongholdMom.com. Illustrator and Author, Mike Curato, shares his latest creation, Little Elliot, Big City is inspired by his own childhood. Len Saunders, best-selling author and motivational speaker and spokesperson for Let’s Play shares tops for incorporating play in back to school routines. Holly Bohn, retail and fashion expert, shares tips for back to school shopping.