Podcast appearances and mentions of nicole kalil

For years, women have been told to just focus harder, get organized, use the planner, and stick to the system. But when those systems don't work, the assumption is that we're the problem. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with ADHD counselor, author, and creator of the ADHD Regulation Method, Jenna Free, to challenge the idea that there's a “right” way for our brains to function. Jenna offers a different perspective: ADHD isn't a defect — it's a brain difference. And many of the struggles people associate with ADHD may actually come from something else entirely — chronic nervous system dysregulation and living in constant fight-or-flight mode. In this conversation, Jenna breaks down why so many traditional productivity tools fail people with ADHD, how dysregulation fuels overwhelm and procrastination, and what it actually takes to create balance, focus, and sustainable productivity. This conversation isn't just for people with ADHD. It's for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, behind, or convinced that they just need to try harder. In this episode, we explore: Why ADHD is considered a brain difference, not a disorder or failure How chronic fight-or-flight dysregulation amplifies ADHD symptoms Why rushing is one of the biggest signals of nervous system dysregulation The difference between living in potential vs. reality (and why it matters) The role of curiosity — instead of guilt and shame — in changing patterns Why traditional productivity advice often backfires for ADHD brains When medication can be helpful — and why it's not a moral decision If you've ever felt like your brain just doesn't cooperate with the way the world expects you to work… this conversation might just change how you see yourself. Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Jenna: Website: https://www.adhdwithjennafree.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Guide-ADHD-Regulation-Enjoying/dp/1400254698  IG: www.instagram.com/adhdwithjennafree TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@adhdwithjennafree Related Podcast Episodes: Stop Saying “I'm Fine”: Nervous System Regulation for High-Achieving Women with Michelle Grosser | 372 How To Listen When Your Parts Speak (IFS Therapy + Ancestral Wisdom) with Tamala Floyd | 376 How Our Dysregulated Nervous Systems Are Impacting Us with Victoria Albina | 244 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

AI is officially in the workplace, on the group chat, and probably drafting someone's “thought leadership” while they're still in the shower. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil goes toe-to-toe with the thing that's equal parts fascinating and mildly rage-inducing: AI and the future of work. Enter Katie Fortunato, Co-Founder and EVP of Platform Innovation & Strategy at Hire Innovations, a global leader in human-centered AI talent technology. Together, they unpack how to use AI as a tool (not a personality), how to avoid “automation without accountability,” and why the future belongs to humans who can still think, judge, and lead—aka the “skills” no bot can fake convincingly for long. In this episode, they get into: Why AI feels like cheating… and when it actually is The difference between using AI for productivity vs. outsourcing your identity “Brand choices” (aka: how to lose audience trust in one easy AI avatar) How to start using AI if it's intimidating: repeat-task lists, tiny experiments, and momentum Picking AI tools without spiraling: ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude—and why it's like joining a gym AI in hiring: what “responsible AI” actually looks like in talent tech The uncomfortable truth: there is no 100% guarantee—so you need guardrails Vendor trust, data privacy, compliance, and why downloading random tools at work is chaos behavior Why protecting critical thinking is urgent—especially for kids (and honestly, adults too) The core takeaway: let AI handle repetitive work so humans can double down on context, curiosity, judgment, and care Wrap-up (because the point is the point): Nicole and Katie land on a clear line in the sand—AI can boost productivity, but it shouldn't replace human thinking, discernment, or authenticity. The future of work won't just be shaped by what AI can do; it'll be shaped by what people choose to protect while using it. Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Katie: LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieclarkfortunato/      https://www.linkedin.com/company/talivitynetwork/      https://www.linkedin.com/company/recruitics/ Jobstream (INVITE CODE FOR CREATORS & COMMUNITIES: FOUNDER) : https://bit.ly/48fneLK Related Podcast Episodes: Unmasking AI with Dr. Joy Buolamwini | 259 Digital Decluttering: How to Make Tech Your Assistant, Not Your Adversary with Amanda Jefferson | 312 023 / Branding YOU With Terri Lomax Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

We love a good “never quit” mantra. Hustle. Grind. Push through. Stay committed. But what if the bravest move isn't doubling down… it's pivoting? In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with Melissa Gonzalez — principal at MG2, shareholder at Collier's Engineering and Design, founder of The Lioness Group, and author of The Purpose of Pivot: How Dynamic Leaders Put Vulnerability and Intuition into Action — to unpack one of the hardest leadership and life questions: How do you know when it's time to pivot? Because staying the course can be grit… or it can be self-betrayal.And pivoting can be courage… or it can be avoidance. The line? Blurry as hell. Together, they explore how to tell the difference between fear and intuition, discomfort and misalignment, commitment and stuckness — and how to make intentional, purpose-driven decisions without blowing up your entire life (unless you actually need to). They explore: The physical and emotional signs it's time to pivot How to run an “energy audit” to see what fuels vs. drains you The difference between purposeful change and running away Why clarity about your purpose makes decisions easier How to stop letting other people's opinions drive your choices Because pivoting doesn't require certainty. It requires discernment. And staying isn't noble if it's shrinking you. The goal isn't to get it perfect. It's to stay in relationship with yourself while you decide. Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Melissa: Website: https://www.melissagonzalez.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Pivot-Dynamic-Vulnerability-Intuition/dp/1394329474  IG: https://www.instagram.com/melsstyles/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagonzalezlionesque/ Related Podcast Episodes: 129 / 4 Truths of Radiant Change with Kristen Lisanti 5-Steps To Making Big Decisions with Abby Davisson | 222  How To Rewire Patterns That No Longer Serve You with Judy Wilkins-Smith | 323 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

What happens when a woman refuses to follow the script she was handed? In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and former Good Morning America co-host Joan Lunden to talk about reinvention, leadership, pay equity, aging, caregiving, and choosing yourself — again and again. Joan was offered the co-host role at Good Morning America the same day she found out she was pregnant. In the 1970s. When working mothers were barely visible on television, and “breastfeeding” wasn't even a word you could say on air. She brought her baby to work anyway. Throughout her career, she negotiated creative compensation before pay equity was a mainstream conversation, pushed back on being labeled “second banana,” navigated public scrutiny, and later reinvented herself again — this time as a fierce advocate for women's health, breast cancer awareness, dense breast legislation, and caregiver rights. In this conversation, she shares: How to reinvent yourself at every stage of life What it takes to negotiate power in male-dominated spaces The pressure of being the “perfect working mom” How she handled media criticism and public expectations Why sisterhood and strong women behind the scenes mattered most Joan's story is proof that reinvention isn't a phase — it's a practice. And ambition doesn't expire just because culture says it should. Choosing yourself isn't one bold move. It's a lifetime of them. Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Joan: Website: https://joanlunden.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/JOAN-Beyond-Script-Joan-Lunden/dp/1637634927/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealjoanlunden/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/JoanLunden Related Podcast Episodes: Reinventing Your Career (Again and Again) with Ilana Golan | 374 Your Value Doesn't Expire: Career Reinvention Over 40 with Loren Greiff | 344 Big Trust Energy: How to Build Self-Trust When Self-Doubt Won't Shut Up with Dr. Shadé Zahrai | 380 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

This podcast often explores ambition, leadership, confidence, and impact. But sometimes? Woman's work looks a whole lot more like survival. Not the inspirational quote version. Not the neat-and-tidy comeback story. Not the “and then she rose” highlight reel. This episode of This Is Woman's Work dives into the raw, relentless, day-by-day kind of survival — the kind that asks someone to keep showing up while life is actively coming apart. Nicole Kalil is joined by Kathy Giusti — two-time cancer survivor, healthcare entrepreneur, founder of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), and author of Fatal to Fearless. After being diagnosed with multiple myeloma at 37 and given three years to live, Kathy turned her prognosis into a movement that helped transform cancer research and dramatically extend life expectancy for patients. Yes. From terminal diagnosis to systemic change. In This Episode, They Discuss: What survival really looks like after a terminal cancer diagnosis Why resilience isn't pretty — and rarely feels brave in the moment The difference between “fighting” cancer and running a marathon with it How to advocate for yourself inside a broken healthcare system Why women must step into the role of CEO of their own healthcare The power (and responsibility) of using social media wisely for medical information The hard truth about boundaries, burnout, and forgetting to live while trying to stay alive Kathy shares what it meant to raise a family while preparing for death. To build a global research foundation while undergoing chemotherapy. To carry hope, fear, responsibility, and grief — all at once. And perhaps most powerfully, she shares the regret she didn't anticipate: that in trying to save her life (and so many others), she sometimes forgot to fully live it. Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Kathy: Website: https://www.kathygiusti.com/ Book: https://www.kathygiusti.com/book  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathygiusti/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/kathy.giusti/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/KathyGiustiMMRF Related Podcast Episodes: 161 / Survivorship and Breast Cancer with Virginia Carnesale  156 / Cell Care with Dr. Monisha Bhanote I've Got Beef With The Health & Wellness Industry | Unfiltered & Unhinged Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

We talk a lot about dreaming bigger — but not nearly enough about what it actually costs to play it safe. Fear of failure keeps brilliant ideas stuck in our heads, careers stalled, and confidence quietly eroding. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil is joined by Lorraine H. Marchand, innovation expert, Wharton professor, and author of No Fear, No Failure. Together, they unpack why failure isn't the enemy — avoidance is. From reframing fear as data, to designing smarter experiments, to creating cultures (and inner narratives) where learning beats perfection, this conversation is a permission slip to try, fail, learn… and keep going. If you've ever felt paralyzed by getting it wrong, worried about failing publicly, or trapped by environments that say they want innovation but punish mistakes — this episode is for you. We explore: Why fear of failure shuts down growth faster than actual failure ever could How to reframe failure as learning (and why that changes everything) Why women are more likely to internalize failure — and how to stop How to test ideas without burning it all down What “failing forward” looks like in real life (not just on LinkedIn) How to stop being afraid of other people seeing you try Because growth doesn't happen without risk — and playing it safe has a cost. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/bg2602-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Lorraine: Website: https://www.lorrainemarchand.com/  Book: https://www.lorrainemarchand.com/no-fear-no-failure/  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorrainemarchand  Related Podcast Episodes: 197 / Fear & Failure (Part 1) with Amy Green Smith 181 / Stress Less and Fear(Less) with Rebecca Heiss VI4P - Perfectionism and Failure (Chapter 6) If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

What if being a “good woman” isn't actually virtuous — but conditioned? In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with Elise Loehnen, New York Times bestselling author of On Our Best Behavior: The Price Women Pay to Be Good, to dismantle the centuries-old rules that still dictate how women are expected to behave, desire, rest, earn, and lead. Together, they unpack how the seven deadly sins — yes, those — quietly shape modern women's lives, ambitions, bodies, money stories, and relationships. Pride, envy, greed, sloth, lust… turns out they've been weaponized against women for generations, rewarding self-sacrifice and punishing visibility, appetite, and power. This conversation goes deep — into patriarchy, good-girl conditioning, reputational harm, money shame, envy as information, and why women are often both the enforcers and the casualties of these ancient rules. If you've ever felt exhausted by trying to be good, likable, selfless, and low-maintenance all at once… this episode is your permission slip to stop. Because goodness that costs you yourself isn't goodness. It's conditioning. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/bg2602-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Connect with Elise: Substack: eliseloehnen.substack.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/eliseloehnen/  Book: https://www.eliseloehnen.com/onourbestbehavior  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pulling-the-thread-with-elise-loehnen/id1585015034   Related Podcast Episodes: 136 / Mean Girls with Caroline Adams Miller How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 From Mean Girls to Hype Women with Erin Gallagher | 353 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

We've been taught to avoid it — to hide it, shame it, or outwork it. But what if failure isn't the thing that destroys confidence… what if it's the thing that builds it? In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with Jane Chen, co-founder of Embrace Global and author of Like a Wave, We Break, to talk about what happens when success collapses — and why that moment might be the most honest, transformative chapter of your life. Jane shares the raw story of losing the company she poured a decade into, how her identity unraveled alongside it, and the healing journey that followed — from redefining resilience and self-worth to learning how to listen to her body, sit with discomfort, and rebuild from a place of authenticity instead of achievement. This conversation dives deep into: Why failure is a confidence builder, not a confidence killer How achievement can become a trauma response Separating your worth from your results, titles, and accolades Knowing when to keep pushing — and when it's time to stop The role of self-compassion, community, and psychological safety in leadership Why breaking isn't the end… it's often the beginning Because confidence isn't built by never falling apart. It's built by trusting yourself to rise again. This episode is a powerful reminder that failure, fear, and doubt aren't detours — they're part of the path. When we stop chasing perfection and start honoring what's real, we build the kind of confidence that actually lasts. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/bg2602-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww Connect with Jane Website: https://www.janemariechen.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Like-Wave-We-Break-Falling/dp/0593582349 IG: https://www.instagram.com/janemarie.chen/?hl=en  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janemariechen/ FB: www.facebook.com/janemariechen  Tiktok: @janemariechen TEDtalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_marie_chen_what_losing_everything_taught_me_about_resilience Related Podcast Episodes: The Biology Of Trauma - And How To Heal It with Dr. Aimie Apigian | 346 How To Listen When Your Parts Speak (IFS Therapy + Ancestral Wisdom) with Tamala Floyd | 376 Five Habits of Hope with Dr. Julia Garcia | 365 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

If you've ever wondered “Do I actually matter?” — not in a motivational-poster way, but in the deep, existential, 3am-staring-at-the-ceiling way — this episode is for you. In this powerful conversation, Nicole Kalil sits down with Rebecca Neuberger Goldstein, award-winning philosopher and author of The Mattering Instinct: How Our Deepest Longing Drives Us and Divides Us, to unpack one of the most fundamental human needs: the need to matter. Together, they explore why mattering may be even more essential than happiness, how our desire to matter shapes our lives, relationships, and conflicts, and why the pressure to prove our worth often leads to comparison, competition, and division. Rebecca introduces the concept of “mattering projects” — the deeply personal ways we justify our lives to ourselves — and why there is no single “right” way to matter. This episode challenges the idea that mattering is loud, performative, or scarce, and reframes it as an inside-out experience rooted in integrity, connection, and self-justification — not productivity, perfection, or approval.

For decades, we were sold a lie: get good grades, be smart, keep climbing—and success will magically follow. But in a world of nonstop disruption, AI, political chaos, and careers that don't come with ladders anymore, IQ and EQ alone aren't cutting it. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with Liz Tran, executive coach, former venture capitalist, and author of AQ: A New Kind of Intelligence for a World That's Always Changing, to unpack the intelligence that actually determines who thrives when everything keeps shifting: AQ (Agility Quotient). AQ isn't about being perfect, flexible to the point of burnout, or endlessly accommodating. It's about how well you adapt to change, uncertainty, and the unknown—without losing yourself in the process. Liz breaks down the four AQ archetypes (Firefighter, Novelist, Astronaut, Neurosurgeon), how proactive vs. reactive change impacts your life and career, and why adaptability is no longer optional—it's survival. This conversation will change how you think about intelligence, leadership, confidence, and what it really takes to succeed when the rules keep changing mid-game. Bottom line: Intelligence isn't just what you know—it's how you respond when what you know stops working. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/bg2602-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Liz Website: https://liz-tran.com/   Book: https://liz-tran.com/#aq  IG: https://www.instagram.com/liztranwrites/ Quiz: https://liz-tran.com/#quiz LI: linkedin.com/in/liztran1  Related Podcast Episodes: Unlocking Your Hidden Genius: How to Harness Your Innate Talents with Betsy Wills & Alex Ellison | Ep. 289 129 / 4 Truths of Radiant Change with Kristen Lisanti Diversity Isn't a Strategy - It's a Leadership Result with Aiko Bethea | 378 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

The health and wellness industry loves to tell women they're broken — and then sell them the fix. In this unfiltered and slightly unhinged solo episode, Nicole Kalil calls out wellness culture for what it too often is: rebranded diet culture, influencer-led misinformation, and shame dressed up as self-care. From green juice guilt to inflammation fear-mongering to TikTok experts blaming women for their own illnesses, Nicole takes aim at an industry that claims to prioritize longevity and quality of life — while obsessing over looking younger, smaller, and more “acceptable.” She shares her own expensive experiments with wellness trends, what actually helped, what didn't, and why one-size-fits-all solutions are a massive red flag. This episode is a permission slip to trust your body, question the algorithm, and stop outsourcing your health decisions to people with discount codes and zero accountability. Because real wellness isn't about perfection — it's about agency, discernment, and self-trust. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/bg2602-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Nicole: Subscribe to Nicole's Substack: https://nicolekalil.substack.com/  Join the Inner Circle: https://nicolekalil.myflodesk.com/newsletter  Related Podcast Episode: Yell for Help | Unfiltered & Unhinged Ask the Damn Question | Unfiltered & Unhinged Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Talking about sex shouldn't feel like a performance review you didn't prepare for — and yet, for so many women, it does. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil gets publicly uncomfortable (on purpose) to talk about what we're really craving when it comes to sex — not hotter, not louder, not more performative… but healthier. Joined by internationally renowned human sexuality professor and author Dr. Nicole McNichols, this conversation cuts through cultural noise, outdated scripts, and unrealistic expectations around women's desire. Together, they unpack why exhaustion, mental overload, hormonal shifts, and decades of conditioning disconnect women from their bodies — and how to rebuild a sex life rooted in honesty, agency, and pleasure. This episode isn't about doing more or trying harder. It's about unlearning shame, understanding your body, honoring your evolving needs, and creating a roadmap for sex that works for you — at every stage of life. What We Cover: Why “hotter sex” is the wrong goal — and what healthier sex actually looks like The mental load, exhaustion, and emotional labor killing desire (and what to do about it) Dr. McNichols' Hierarchy of Sexual Needs and why pleasure starts internally Getting out of your head and back into your body (hello, sexual mindfulness) Mismatched libidos, desire discrepancies, and how to stop making them mean something's wrong When curiosity, communication, and consent unlock deeper connection Healthy sex isn't about performance, frequency, or checking boxes — it's about presence, permission, and pleasure that evolves with you. When women reclaim agency over their bodies and desires, connection deepens, shame loosens its grip, and intimacy becomes something we get to experience — not something we're expected to perform. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/bg2602-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Dr. Nicole McNichols: Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/You-Could-Be-Having-Better-Sex/Nicole-McNichols/9781668053775  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_thesexprofessor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicole_thesexprofessor Related Podcast Episodes: Access, Agency & The Abortion Underground with Rebecca Grant | 358  051 / Connecting To Your Sexuality with Aylen Doucette How To Listen When Your Parts Speak (IFS Therapy + Ancestral Wisdom) with Tamala Floyd | 376 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

If you've ever turned a simple request into a full-blown production — congratulations, you're one of us. In this short, unfiltered episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil shares a painfully relatable story involving kindergarten, lasagna, glitter, and a catastrophic failure to ask a clarifying question. This episode is a reminder (and a loving call-out) for all the women who default to over-functioning, over-planning, and over-complicating things that were never meant to be that deep. Sometimes the bravest, smartest move isn't doing more — it's asking the damn question. Because clarity beats chaos. And noodles in a box beat four trays of lasagna. If you're spiraling over something that feels way harder than it should be, this episode will hit you right in the overachiever feels. A funny, human reminder that better communication — and one simple question — can save you a whole lot of unnecessary stress. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Nicole: Subscribe to Nicole's Substack: https://nicolekalil.substack.com/  Join the Inner Circle: https://nicolekalil.myflodesk.com/newsletter  Related Podcast Episode Yell for Help | Unfiltered & Unhinged Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Confidence isn't something you earn, it's something you build. In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Kalil, aka the “Confidence Sherpa,” to talk about the biggest lie that has been told that confidence comes from promotions, paychecks, perfect bodies, or other people's approval. Nicole shares why confidence is rooted in trust, how living inauthentically drains your self-belief, and why mistakes, missteps, and discomfort are not confidence killers. Get ready to stop chasing validation, release perfectionism, and learn how to create confidence that no one can take away. In This Episode You Will Learn Why CONFIDENCE isn't external but built through SELF-TRUST. The “CONFIDENCE CON” and how it keeps you stuck chasing validation. How keeping COMMITMENTS to yourself builds confidence. Why MISTAKES and FAILURES actually strengthen self-belief. The 5 biggest CONFIDENCE DERAILERS holding women back. How PERFECTIONISM erodes your power. Why COMPARISON is confidence poison. How OVERTHINKING leads to inaction and regret. What it really means to USE YOUR VOICE authentically. Check Out Our Sponsors: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Quince - Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good and last from Quince. Go to quince.com/confidence Timeline - Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Northwest Registered Agent - protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/confidencefree Resources + Links Get your copy of Nicole's book, Validation Is for Parking: How Women Can Beat the Confidence Con HERE Nicole Kalil's website: nicolekalil.com Listen to Nicole's podcast: This Is Women's Work Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Nicole on Instagram & LinkedIn

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Women's bodies get endlessly analyzed from the outside… while our internal health gets treated like an optional group project nobody studied for. Cool cool cool. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil goes deep on the perimenopause/menopause mess: the years of brain fog, 3 a.m. wake-ups, mood swings, weight gain, and the medical equivalent of a shrug. Enter Dr. Sarah Daccarett, hormone specialist and aging expert, to explain why so many women are confused, dismissed, and exhausted—and why hormone replacement therapy (HRT) should be viewed as foundational health support, not a “last resort once you're fully miserable.” What We Cover Why most women (including doctors) are confused about perimenopause + HRT—and why that's not your fault The “natural” misconception: why Sarah argues HRT can be more natural than the supplement aisle Why waiting for hot flashes is like waiting for your car to explode before you change the oil Hormones as the “CEO of the body”: brain, bones, metabolism, sleep, libido, digestion—ALL of it The real problem with “just fix your gut / cortisol / diet” advice when your hormones are the actual root issue PCOS, insulin resistance, and why “just lose weight” advice can be straight-up useless Why hormone testing can be wildly unreliable—and why symptoms still matter Medical gaslighting: how women lose trust in themselves when the system keeps minimizing them If you've been white-knuckling your way through perimenopause symptoms, you're not weak—you're under-supported. Better info + better care isn't “extra,” it's the bare minimum. Thank you to our sponsors! Get 20% off your first order at curehydration.com/WOMANSWORK with code WOMANSWORK — and if you get a post-purchase survey, mention you heard about Cure here to help support the show!  Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Sarah: Website: www.innerbalance.com $50 off Discount code: PODCASTDRSARAH Related Podcast Episodes: Don't Let Your Doctor Kill You: The New Hormone Solution with Dr. Erika Schwartz | 305  Endometriosis & Women's Health with Somer Baburek | 238  Floored: Why Our Pelvic Floor Health Matters with Dr. Sara Reardon I 314 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

When we're creating something new or changing directions in our life - the thing often standing in our way is the confidence to move forward.Today we dive deep into the relationship between confidence, authenticity, and self-trust and how to cultivate each so that they work together to our advantage.To help me have this conversation, I'm joined by "confidence sherpa", bestselling author, and podcast host Nicole Kalil. Together, we unpack what it truly means to be confident and authentic in a world that is often filled with noise, comparison, and external validation.You'll discover why confidence is much more than just a feeling—it's a choice and a skill we can all develop. Nicole Kalil breaks down confidence from the etymology of the word to the difference in how men and women experience it through-out a life span. But more importantly, we get into how to take small steps, how to identify "confidence derailers" in your life and how cultivating self-trust sits at the center of it all.Be sure to listen through for Nicole's real-life example of what starting from self-trust looks like with her podcast This is Woman's Work.This is a really good one - if you are wanting to connect with your confidence and authenticity more this year and learn how you can begin to approach cultivating it in small ways, then this ones for you.In this episode, you'll learn: How taking small, intentional actions builds both clarity and confidence—especially when you're starting something new or stepping outside your comfort zoneHow to identify confidence derailersWhy podcasting can be a powerful pathway to self-development, confidence, and authentic connection—whether your audience is large or smallWhy cultivating self-confidence and authenticity are connected to your internal outcomes and influence how you create impactLinks:Get my FREE Clarity Checklist for heart-led women building what's next and find out if podcasting is your pathway forward!More from Nicole Kalil:Visit: https://nicolekalil.com/Take the Quiz - What Is Derailing Your Confidence: https://nicolekalil.com/confidencequizListen to the podcast: This Is Woman's WorkRead the best-seller: Validation Is For ParkingIG: @nicolemkalilLinkedIn: @nicolekalilMore episodes on this topic:Ep.127 - How To Use The Power of Your Voice to Speak Notes of Love 7 Authenticity w/ Judy RodmanEp.121 - The Impact of Authenticity w/ Brandon WadeThank you so much for listening! New Episodes are available every Tuesday* - Automatically receive...

If you've ever waited to “feel confident” before you take the leap… congratulations, you've been scammed by your own brain. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil goes full confidence-nerd (with the occasional rant) with Dr. Shadé Zahrai—behavioral researcher, peak performance educator, and author of Big Trust—to expose what confidence actually is, why self-doubt doesn't disappear, and how to build real self-trust that holds up when life gets messy. What we get into: Why confidence isn't the opposite of self-doubt (and why that myth keeps you stuck) The thing you actually need first: self-trust / Big Trust—backing yourself before the outcome is guaranteed How “failure” can build confidence if you stop making it mean you are a failure The self-image trap (including a wild scar study that proves your brain will invent reality if you let it) The Four A's of Big Trust: Acceptance, Agency, Autonomy, Adaptability (aka the internal upgrades your confidence has been begging for) The 4 Inner Deceivers (and the bonus villain): The Classic Judge (never impressed, always loud) The Misguided Protector (aka fear dressed up as “logic”) The Ringmaster (grind culture's toxic BFF) The Neglector (everyone else first… until you break) The Victimizer (outsourcing your power like it's a hobby) If self-doubt is showing up, it doesn't mean you're broken—it means you're human and doing something that matters. Build Big Trust, take the step anyway, and let confidence catch up like it always does. Thank you to our sponsors! Get 20% off your first order at curehydration.com/WOMANSWORK with code WOMANSWORK — and if you get a post-purchase survey, mention you heard about Cure here to help support the show!  Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Shadé : Website: https://www.shadezahrai.com/  Book: https://www.shadezahrai.com/bigtrust?utm_source=chatgpt.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/shadezahrai/  LI: https://th.linkedin.com/in/shadezahrai?trk=public_post_feed-actor-name  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shadezahrai?lang=en  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/shadezahrai  Related Podcast Episodes: VI4P – What Confidence Is, What It Isn't, and Why It Matters (Chapter 1) | 168  197 / Fear & Failure (Part 1) with Amy Green Smith Confidence Isn't Born, It's Built — Lessons from the Cockpit to Real Life with Michelle “MACE” Curran | 343 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

We need to talk about asking for help — and not the polite, over-explained, apologetic version most of us were taught. In this unfiltered and slightly unhinged mini-episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil shares a courtside lesson she learned from a group of middle school girls playing basketball — and honestly, they're doing teamwork, boundaries, and support better than most adults. When these girls get caught on defense, they don't spiral, minimize, or pretend they've got it handled. They yell “HELP! HELP! HELP!” loudly, clearly, and without shame — fully expecting their teammates to show up. And guess what? They do. No judgment. No scorekeeping. No martyrdom. This episode is a reminder that burnout isn't a badge of honor, doing it all alone isn't strength, and asking for help early is one of the smartest, strongest things you can do. Because life, love, leadership — it's all a team sport. And around here? We answer when someone yells for help. That's woman's work. Thank you to our sponsors! Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Nicole: Subscribe to Nicole's Substack: https://nicolekalil.substack.com/  Join the Inner Circle: https://nicolekalil.myflodesk.com/newsletter  Share the Love:: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Food isn't just food anymore — it's guilt, pressure, decision fatigue, and a never-ending group project you didn't sign up for. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with Jenn Lueke (Jen Eats Good) to talk about meal planning, meal prep, grocery shopping on a budget, and how to stop feeding your family like it's your unpaid side hustle. Jenn breaks down a simple, realistic system that helps you waste less food, spend less money, and reclaim your weeknights — without turning Sunday into a six-hour kitchen hostage situation or expecting Pinterest-level perfection. In this episode, we cover: Jenn's meal planning framework (high-level): Why most women have a complicated relationship with food (and why it's not a personal failing) How to meal plan in 20–30 minutes and save yourself hours of midweek chaos The pantry–fridge–freezer inventory that stops you from buying your 18th jar of salsa “Partial prep” for people who hate meal prep Component cooking so you don't hate your lunches by Wednesday Low-stress strategies for picky eaters How to actually use a cookbook instead of admiring it like kitchen décor Friday: Inventory + pick meals + grocery list Weekend: Grocery run + 30–90 minutes of prep Weeknights: Less thinking, more eating Because when dinner stops requiring constant brainpower, you get your time, energy, and patience back. And that's the real win — not perfection, just a system that works for your life instead of draining it. Thank you to our sponsors! Get 20% off your first order at curehydration.com/WOMANSWORK with code WOMANSWORK — and if you get a post-purchase survey, mention you heard about Cure here to help support the show!  Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Jenn: Website: https://jenneatsgoood.com/ Cookbook: https://jenneatsgoood.com/cookbook/   Substack: https://jenneatsgoood.substack.com/subscribe  Related Podcast Episodes: How To Eat Lunch with Cheryl K. Johnson | 277 139 / Well-Rested with Jolene Hart 153 / Eating Your Feelings with Jessica Procini Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Friend, we obsess over steps, macros, and workout streaks… but when was the last time you checked in on your emotional fitness? In this episode, Nicole sits down with clinical psychologist, emotional fitness expert, and Coa co-founder Dr. Emily Anhalt to talk about what it actually looks like to “train your brain” — no toxic positivity, no “just meditate more,” and definitely no pretending everything's fine when it's very much not.  Emily breaks down her 7 traits of emotional fitness (think mindfulness, curiosity, boundaries, resilience, empathy, communication, and play) and how to build them like muscles over time — one emotional push-up at a time. We get into why empathy without boundaries will burn you all the way out, how to ask for feedback without spiraling into defensiveness, and why trusting your future self might be the most confidence-building thing you do this year.  If you've ever felt resentful because you said “yes” when every cell in your body wanted to say “no,” if you're tired of carrying everyone else's emotions like luggage, or if anxiety and uncertainty have been driving the bus lately, this one's for you. Emotional fitness won't stop life from throwing heavy shit your way — but it will make you strong enough to carry it, move it, and eventually put it down. We explore: What emotional fitness actually means (and how it's different from “fixing yourself”) The 7 traits of emotional fitness — and why you don't have to master all of them at once How to spot the cost of avoiding discomfort (hello, resentment and burnout)The “emotional push-up” exercise you can start doing today How to hold empathy and boundaries so caring for others doesn't drain you dry The best advice Emily ever got for dealing with anxiety and uncertainty Why trusting your future self is a deeply confident way to live Because when you trust your future self, you stop living in panic about what might happen and start living with confidence in who you're becoming — and that shifts everything.  Thank you to our sponsors! Get 20% off your first order at curehydration.com/WOMANSWORK with code WOMANSWORK — and if you get a post-purchase survey, mention you heard about Cure here to help support the show!  Sex is a skill. Beducated is where you learn it. Visit https://beducate.me/pd2550-womanswork and use code womanswork for 50% off the annual pass. Connect with Emily: Website: https://www.dremilyanhalt.com/ Book: https://a.co/d/couFOLN IG: https://www.instagram.com/dremilyanhalt/ X: https://x.com/dremilyanhalt LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dremilyanhalt/ Related Podcast Episodes Your Brain Is a Filthy Liar with Bizzie Gold | 361 How To Play: Shift Your Thinking, Inspire Connection & Spark Creativity with Cas Holman | 355 144 / Jay & Nicole Kalil on Partnership, With Guest Host Lynn Casaletto Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Education and Business - Nicole Kalil + Airwave Media

In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany sits down with keynote speaker and author Nicole Kalil to discuss the real engine of confidence. It's not the polished image or the applause, but firm, bold trust in yourself. Nicole shares the “confidence derailers” that quietly chip away at us (overthinking, perfectionism, comparison, people-pleasing, and external validation) and offers a practical path back to action and self-trust.From navigating image, aging, and norms without losing authenticity to parenting confidence in a feedback-saturated world, this conversation is an honest look at how to build confidence that lasts, and what to do when achiever mode burns you out.For more from Tiffany, sign up for her newsletter: https://tiffany-sauder.mykajabi.com/TS-Newsletter-SubscribeFollow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauderCheck out Tiffany's website: https://www.tiffanysauder.com What You'll Learn:Why “firm, bold trust in self” beats external validation every timeThe five confidence derailers and how action becomes the antidoteHow to model and parent confidence without creating a validation dependencyTimestamps:(00:00) Intro(02:04) Nicole's crash after “faking confidence”(09:21) Defining confidence as firm self-trust(16:21) The five derailers that chip away at confidence(20:37) Why validation feels good but becomes addictive(22:22)  Navigating the line between authenticity and appearance(29:06) How Nicole models and parents confidence at home(34:11) What she'd add to Validation Is For Parking today(35:32) Hard lessons from burning out on book promotion(38:00) On achiever mode, scarcity thinking, and abundance(41:11) Nicole's podcast and workbook for building confidenceFor more from Nicole, check out these links:Website: https://nicolekalil.com/Confidence Quiz & FREE 40+ Page Confidence Building Workbook: https://nicolekalil.com/confidencequizThis Is Woman's Work Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-womans-work-with-nicole-kalil/id1493225373 on Apple (or wherever you listen to podcasts)Validation Is For Parking Book: https://geni.us/ValidationIsForParkingLinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/nicolekalilInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemkalil/Check out the sponsor of this episode:Created in partnership with Share Your Genius

Education - Nicole Kalil

Nicole Kalil, a renowned speaker, coach, and author of “Validation is for Parking” brings a refreshing and candid approach to building confidence. With a dynamic career journey from a Fortune 100 finance firm to hosting the globally acclaimed podcast “This is Women's Work” Nicole's insights are rooted in real-world experience. Her genuine passion for empowering individuals and eliminating gender biases in the workplace shines through in her relatable and humorous style. As she juggles her roles as a wife, mom, and self-proclaimed cheese enthusiast, Nicole's down-to-earth nature makes her an approachable and inspiring guide on the journey to authentic self-discovery and confidence-building. The key moments in this episode are:  00:02:33 - Trial and Error in Career  00:08:50 - The Confidence Journey  00:13:52 - Perfectionism and Authenticity  00:16:03 - Seeking Validation Internally  00:21:52 - Redefining Work Culture  00:25:35 - Power Skills 00:29:07 - Recognizing Underwhelm    Connect with Arundhathi Subramaniam Website: nicolekalil.com Instagram: @nicolemkalil LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicolekalil   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai Book: aminaaltai.com/book

"Confidence isn't built—it's practiced."   The Confidence Myth What we call confidence is often just comfortable competence.  But true confidence is revealed precisely when we don't know what we're doing.   The 5 Confidence Killers External Validation: Outsourcing your worth makes you one criticism away from collapse. Comparison: Every minute comparing is a minute not creating. Comparison assassinates action. Overthinking: Analysis paralysis is fear wearing a lab coat. Fear of Failure: Confident people see failure as data, not definition. Broken Self-Trust: Every broken self-promise erodes your confidence foundation. Building Unshakeable Confidence Build Self-Trust: Make tiny commitments and keep them. Watch trust compound. Use Failure: The question isn't "Will I fail?" but "What will I learn?" Take Action: Confidence isn't built in contemplation—it's forged in movement. Speak to Yourself Like Someone You Love:  Your internal dialogue creates your reality.  Choose Daily: Confidence is a choice. Choose it before you feel it. Nicole Kalil is one of the most inspiring women I've met in a long, long time.   Her website; https://nicolekalil.com/ Subscribe to This Is Woman's Work  her Top 0.5% podcast  Book: "Validation is for Parking: How Women Can Beat the Confidence Con" Free Confidence Assessment: confidenceassessment.com  

In this episode of Lessons From A Quitter, we tackle the deep-rooted expectations and "shoulds" that often keep us stuck in careers that no longer serve us. Joined by Nicole Kalil, we explore how to identify and meet your own needs, break free from societal delusions, and embrace a mindset shift for more freedom and joy. We discuss the reality of careers—no dream job is perfect—and the power of small, intentional steps toward rediscovery. Nicole shares practical tools, including her confidence-building workbook, to help you rewrite the rules and create a fulfilling life on your own terms.

Have you been thinking about quitting something—or someone—but can't decide if it's the right time? In this episode, Nicole Kalil is joined by Goli Kalkhoran, Master Certified Life Coach and host of the Lessons from a Quitter podcast, to break down the stigma around quitting and show how it can be a path to clarity and fulfillment. Quitting isn't about giving up; it's about recognizing when it's time to stop pouring energy into things that no longer serve you. Goli shares tools and inspiration to pivot toward something intentional, aligned, and meaningful. In this episode, we explore: How to tell if it's time to quit or push harder. Why quitting isn't the opposite of perseverance but the companion to clarity. Practical steps for trusting yourself in career and life pivots. The power of choosing to stop, reset, and realign with what truly matters.

When you think of abundance, do you think of having more—more money, more success, more stuff? What if true abundance isn't just about accumulation, but about appreciation? In this episode, Nicole Kalil is joined by Cathy Heller—transformational coach, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and host of the Abundant Ever After podcast—to challenge everything we think we know about living a full and prosperous life. Cathy's new book, Abundant Ever After: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease, invites us to shift our mindset, tap into the flow of prosperity, and welcome abundance into every aspect of our lives. Together, Cathy and Nicole explore how abundance is something we tune into, not something we chase, and how trusting in your inherent enoughness can unlock joy and ease in ways you never imagined. So let's TUNE IN. Tune in to the limitless possibilities, to receive what's there for you, tune in to the trust that lies within. Trust that you are already enough and create a life that feels full—not just because of what's in it, but because of who you are in it. Connect with Cathy Heller:  Website: https://www.cathyheller.com/  Book: http://cathyheller.com/book IG: https://www.instagram.com/cathy.heller  FB: https://www.facebook.com/cathyhellerbiz/ Related Podcast Episodes: 206 / A Better Way to Define Success with Stella Grizont 026 / Are Your Money Beliefs Holding You Back? Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Nicole Kalil is all about building confidence and living your desired life. Nicole's passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining “Women's Work” is both what keeps her up at night, and what gets her up in the morning. Well that, and an abundant amount of coffee. An in-demand speaker, author of Validation is for Parking, leadership strategist, respected coach, and host of the “This is Woman's Work” Podcast, her stalker-like obsession with confidence sets her apart from the constant stream of experts telling us to BE confident. She shares HOW you build it and gives actionable tools you can implement immediately. A fugitive of the C-Suite at a Fortune 100 company, she has coached hundreds of women in business, giving her insight into what - structurally, systemically and socially – is and isn't serving both women and leaders within an organization. Episode Insight: Confidence isn't about comparing yourself to others and feeling superior. True confidence means there's no need to compare at all because it's rooted in your unwavering trust in yourself. Background: In this episode of Reflect Forward, I sit down with Nicole Kalil, founder and confidence Sherpa of Women's Work. Nicole shares her journey of building confidence, the concept behind Women's Work, and her intriguing role as the “Confidence Sherpa.” We discuss how to proactively cultivate confidence, overcome head trash, and confront common confidence derailers such as perfectionism and comparison. Nicole also touches on steps for actionable advice and insights from her book, 'Validation is for Parking.' Tune in for an inspiring conversation full of practical tips for anyone looking to boost their self-confidence How to find Nicole: FREE 40+ page Confidence Building Workbook for your listeners: http://eepurl.com/h_moXr Website: https://nicolekalil.com/ This Is Woman's Work podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/this-is-womans-work-with-nicole-kalil/id1493225373 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemkalil/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nicolekalil Please order my book, The Ownership Mindset, on Amazon or Barnes and Noble Follow me on Instagram or LinkedIn. Subscribe to my podcast Reflect Forward on iTunes Or check out my new YouTube Channel, where you can watch full-length episodes of Advice From a CEO! And if you are looking for a keynote speaker or a podcast guest, click here to book a meeting with me to discuss what you are looking for!

What if the key to unlocking your full potential wasn't just about working harder or climbing the ladder, but about understanding the invisible forces that shape how others see you? In today's episode, Erin dives into a transformative conversation with Alison Fragale, an expert on power, status, and the subtle art of influence. Her groundbreaking insights from her book, Likeable Badass, offer a powerful roadmap for navigating life's unspoken rules with authenticity, strategy, and even a little bit of fun. In this episode, Erin and Alison unpack the dynamics of power and status, revealing why they're more than just workplace buzzwords—they're the foundation of how we're perceived and what opportunities come our way. Alison explains why respect is the true currency of influence, how life can be approached like a game, and why caring about what others think of you is not just normal but essential. Whether you're navigating office politics, tackling imposter syndrome, or simply striving to show up as your best self, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom you can use to level up. Here are 5 big takeaways to chew on:  1. The Essence of Power and Status Alison began by distinguishing power from status: Power: Control over resources that others value (e.g., a boss deciding promotions or a parent holding car keys). Status: The respect and value others assign to you. She explained that while power is significant, status often precedes it. Respect and value lay the foundation for obtaining resources and authority. Without respect, people hesitate to entrust others with power, even if they technically qualify for it. Key Takeaway: "Resources follow respect." Gaining power often starts with earning the respect of others. 2. Status as a Playful Game Alison introduced the concept of status as a "game" using an insightful definition: “A game is a problem-solving activity approached with a playful attitude.” She encouraged adopting this mindset when tackling unfair or challenging situations. Though life's "games" (e.g., gaining status or respect) can be unjust, they can also be approached with creativity and enjoyment. By doing so, we can reclaim agency and find joy even in adversity. Key Takeaway: Life may not always be fair, but embracing a playful approach can make navigating status challenges more manageable—and even enjoyable. 3. Challenging the “Don't Care What Others Think” Mentality Alison debunked the common advice to "not care what others think," labeling it as misleading and counterproductive. Humans are inherently social beings, reliant on their "audience" for validation and interaction. Instead of ignoring feedback, she encouraged understanding and influencing your audience. This nuanced perspective bridges authenticity with strategy: staying true to yourself while recognizing how others perceive you influences your outcomes. Key Takeaway: Don't obsess over others' opinions, but don't dismiss them either. Learn to influence perceptions strategically while maintaining authenticity. If you're curious to learn more about external validation vs. Internal confidence, check out this episode, too: Episode 247: Validation vs. Confidence: What's the Real Difference? A Chat with Nicole Kalil 4. The Likable Badass Framework Alison introduced the concept behind her book title, Likable Badass, rooted in the two critical dimensions of status: Capability (Y-Axis): Competence, decisiveness, and the ability to get things done. Caring (X-Axis): Warmth, sincerity, and consideration for others. Everyone aspires to be seen as both capable and caring, and those who embody both traits earn the highest respect. The title encapsulates this balance in a catchy, empowering way. Key Takeaway: Strive to be both capable and caring. This sweet spot not only aligns with authenticity but also enhances how others perceive and respect you.  5. Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies Alison tackled people-pleasing behaviors, which often stem from a skewed emphasis on caring at the expense of assertiveness. People pleasers prioritize others' happiness, often sacrificing their own. She emphasized that true status requires balancing caring with self-assertion, ensuring mutual respect rather than one-sided compromise. Key Takeaway: To overcome people-pleasing, assert your needs alongside your care for others. Authenticity paired with assertiveness builds respect without self-sacrifice.  Closing Thoughts Alison's insights offer a fresh lens on navigating the complexities of status and power. By blending authenticity with strategic action, we can shape how others perceive us and create the outcomes we desire. Whether you aim to become a "likable badass" or simply want to navigate life's "games" with more joy, these principles can guide your journey. How will you use these strategies to elevate your status and unlock new opportunities? Let us know in the comments below!   No, You Hang Up First (Let's Keep Connecting) Did today's episode resonate with you? Leave us a review sharing your favorite insight from Alison and we'll send you a free signed copy of I See You! A Leader's Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. Have another question that we can answer? Leave us a Speakpipe audio clip and we'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Don't want to miss another episode? If you're a Spotify listener, find our show here and click “Follow.” If you're an Apple Podcast listener, click here and make sure to hit “+Follow.” Want 2 emails a week from us? One with a quick tip you can implement right away to enhance your personal and/or professional lives & one of our famous F.A.I.L. 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Too many women suffer from self-doubt or imposter syndrome. They doubt their inner strength and power. Confidence coach and author Nicole Kalil helps women gain the confidence they didn't know they had. She is the host of the podcast This is Woman's Work. She is the author of Validation is for Parking as well as an in-demand speaker and respected coach. She has identified five confidence derailers that keep people going down the self-doubt spiral. Her confidence builders stop the vicious cycle. Learn more in this episode of Women Road Warriors when Shelley Johnson speaks with Nicole.https://nicolekalil.com/Link to free confidence book: http://eepurl.com/h_moXrhttps://womenroadwarriors.com/ https://womenspowernetwork.net#NicoleKalil #RebuildConfidence #SelfDoubt #StopSelfDoubt #ThisIsWomansWork #ValidationIsForParking #ConfidenceDerailers #ShelleyJohnson #ShelleyMJohnson #KathyTuccaro #WomenRoadWarriors

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Delving into the power of intentional family forecasting, techniques to maintain a thriving marriage, and how to balance professional and personal lives, Naketa welcomes the dynamic Nicole Kalil, an expert in gender equity and the host of the "This is Woman's Work" podcast. Nicole shares her innovative concept of "family forecasting," a biannual ritual where she and her husband align their professional goals, finances, and family values. This practice, she explains, has been crucial in maintaining a strong marital connection and setting a positive example for their 10-year-old daughter. Nicole also discusses the importance of prioritizing tasks that truly matter, as well as the need to distinguish between simply being good at something and being passionately engaged. Tune in to discover actionable insights and inspiring stories to elevate your journey towards balanced living.Time Stamps:00:00 Eliminating gender roles in 2024.03:44 How to align family goals, values, finances, and schedules.09:55 Why choosing intentional selfishness is necessary for achieving balance in relationships.11:33 Avoid comparing yourself to illusions; embrace life's complexities.15:52 How to prioritize, avoid distractions, and commit fully to balance.18:46 Discovering fulfillment through prioritizing personal passions.More about Nicole KalilNicole's passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining “Woman's Work” is both what keeps her up at night, and what gets her up in the morning. Well, that, and an abundant amount of coffee. Host of the "This Is Woman's Work" podcast, author of the bestseller Validation isFor Parking, respected coach, and fugitive of the C-suite, her stalker-like obsession with confidence sets her apart from the constant stream of experts telling us to be confident. She shares HOW you build it and gives actionable tools you can implement immediately. Wife, mom, and business owner-in whatever free time she has, she enjoys reading and wine guzzling, is an avid cheese enthusiast, a hotel snob, and is an avid peloton rider.Follow Nicole Kalil:https://nicolekalil.com/Instagram: nicolemkalilThis Is Woman's Work Podcast (wherever you listen to podcasts)Ready for self-care mastery that activates alignment in your life, business, and relationships? Join us in our new mentorship, the Women's Self-Care Guild- a sanctuary for ambitious women seeking peace. https://www.thigpro.com/mentorship More on the BBP:Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust will help you leave new multigenerational imprints and balance boldly. Your Review Matters!...

In this episode, Nicole Kalil shares invaluable insights on building confidence and overcoming self-doubt. She discusses the journey of choosing confidence until it becomes innate and embracing the power of resilience and authenticity in all your endeavors. Amber reflects on her own journey of building confidence, emphasizing the value of self-compassion and learning from past challenges. Key Takeaways Confidence is a firm and bold trust in oneself that can be practiced and cultivated over time. Inner knowing is essential for distinguishing between self-doubt and authentic confidence. Embracing monotonous activities and journaling can create space for self-reflection and inner growth. Learning from failures and setbacks is crucial for building trust in oneself and one's abilities. Confidence is not about being fearless but about choosing courage in the face of fear and uncertainty. Remember, confidence is not a destination but a journey of continuous growth and self-discovery. Are you ready to begin that journey? Tune in on your favorite listening app, on the website, or watch it on YouTube! Links & Mentioned Resources Validation is for Parking About Nicole Kalil Nicole Kalil is an in-demand speaker and the dynamic host of the This Is Woman's Work podcast. Known as the Confidence Sherpa, Nicole reveals how-to strategies that set her apart from other self-help experts. Previously a Fortune 100 C-suite executive, she's helped thousands of women reclaim their confidence so they can live authentically, both personally and professionally. Nicole lives with her husband and daughter in Andover, Massachusetts.  Connect with Nicole LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nicolekalil/ Website: https://nicolekalil.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/nicolemkalil/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're covering a topic that falls into the category of “we've covered it before but it's worth repeating”. Because I know most, if not all, women struggle with setting and communicating boundaries as it flies in the face of our people-pleasing, helpful and perfectionist tendencies. So we're going to talk about Boundaries, again, but we're going to focus more on the actual words and what to say. Amy Green Smith joins us again for her last episode in our 4-part series (if you haven't listened to our last three episodes, I'd highly encourage you to do that!) Communicating boundaries in a productive and responsible way is going to require practice. Probably lots and lots of practice, given however many years we've spent not communicating them. Don't wait for your mic drop moment – don't expect perfection – don't spend endless amounts of time worrying about what the other person thinks about your boundary – just start practicing. Because that's how you get good at anything. Connect with Amy: Grab Amy's FREE-SOURCES at: https://amygreensmith.com/free       Only 2 spots available in Amy's Signature Worthy Program! To learn more visit  https://amygreensmith.com/worthy  Like what you heard? Please rate and review  Thanks to our This Is Woman's Work Sponsor: To learn more about Snooze Fest and our other reTREATS hosted by Nicole Kalil, join my community or sign up here to confirm your interest and get additional information: https://forms.gle/NgLvgfVS7B91FUJE6

If you're tuning in for the first time, or just because this topic was of interest to you, I want to point out that this is Part 2 of our conversation on Fear & Failure, so if you didn't listen to part 1 just yet, I'd encourage you to go back to episode 197 from last week and start there. If you've already listened to Part 1, then I'm going to assume you're here because you've been not-so-patiently waiting for the completion of this conversation… and I can tell you it'll be worth the wait. I'm joined by Amy Green Smith, life coach, hypnotherapist, speaker, and communication expert. There is so much I could say about Amy, but I'm going to share something she has on her website that gave me the chills and brought tears to my eyes because it's so REAL, it's so relevant, and it's so HER – she says “I was fucking DONE being motivated from a place of guilt and fear. I realized that if push came to shove and I had to decide between making my family happy or making me happy, I CHOSE ME”. I feel everything about that, deeply.  No matter what, I don't care what is happening or what you're going thru, you are worthy and valuable. Neither fear nor failure can change that. Connect with Amy: Grab Amy's FREE-SOURCES and check out her 1:1 “Worthy” Coaching Program at: https://amygreensmith.com       IG: http://instagram.com/heyamygreensmith FB: http://facebook.com/heyamygreensmith LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyamygreensmith X: http://twitter.com/heyamygreen Like what you heard? Please rate and review  Thanks to our This Is Woman's Work Sponsor: To learn more about Snooze Fest and our other reTREATS hosted by Nicole Kalil, join my community or sign up here to confirm your interest and get additional information: https://forms.gle/NgLvgfVS7B91FUJE6 

Feeling lost or unsure of yourself?  This episode of the OWN IT SHOW is your guide to building unshakeable confidence!  Join me and my guest Nicole Kalil as she dissects the concept of confidence and self-worth. Nicole Kalil, a keynote speaker and author, who shares her wisdom on taking ownership of your success.  Learn how to:Embrace your unique qualities (you are enough!)Turn fear into action (it builds trust in yourself)Ditch the need for validation (true confidence is internal)Make and keep commitments (build trust, build confidence)Own your journey (success is about the process, not just the outcome)This episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiring quotes to help you unlock your inner confidence and become the best version of yourself.Resources Mentioned:Book: “Validation is for Parking” by Nicole Kalil-https://www.amazon.com/Validation-Parking-Women-Beat-Confidence/dp/1544532695Website: Explore Nicole Kalil's website for additional wisdom, articles, and resources. Nicole's expertise will inspire you to own your journey-https://nicolekalil.com/Inspirational Quotes:“Confidence is firm and bold trust in self.” “Replace ‘fake it till you make it' with ‘choose it until you become it.'” “Confidence is not just for women; it's for everyone.” “Ownership is deciding, creating, and determining your own success and being responsible for it.”“Don't seek validation from external sources. True confidence stems from self-worth, self-love, and the actions you take towards your goals.” —Join us on this transformative journey to unlock your inner confidence and become the best version of yourself!

In This Episode: CEOs and entrepreneurs may appear confident, but the reality is that confidence can be elusive and challenging to nurture. In this episode, our guest, Nicole Kalil, an expert in leadership development, discusses strategies for leaders to enhance their confidence and achieve their strategic objectives. Nicole Kalil is a renowned speaker, author of "Validation is For Parking," a leadership strategist, respect coach, and the host of the "This is Woman's Work Podcast." Having transitioned from the C-suite at a Fortune 100 company, she has empowered countless women in business and gained valuable insights into the structural, systemic, and social challenges facing women and leaders within organizations. Listen to the full conversation to discover how to build and maintain confidence as a business leader, tackle "head trash," implement the rule of three for life and business, and gain more insights. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: 1. Nicole's career transition from the finance industry and the C-suite to entrepreneurship. 2. The significance of building self-trust and Nicole's "obsession" with confidence. 3. Nicole's 3-step process for developing confidence. 4. Embracing imperfection as a parent and insights into Nicole's book. 5. "A-ha" moments from Nicole's book that have impacted readers. 6. Understanding and overcoming "head trash." 7. The interplay of perfectionism, head trash, and comparison in undermining confidence. 8. Gender differences in confidence across the lifespan. 9. Nicole's "rule of three" for prioritizing business and life. 10. The importance of "business planning" in Nicole's marriage and family life. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Nicole Kalil's Website Connect with Nicole Kalil on LinkedIn Follow Nicole Kalil on Instagram Listen to This is Woman's Work Podcast Get a copy of "Validation is For Parking: How Women Can Beat the Confidence Con" by Nicole Kalil Explore "This Sh*t Works: A No-Nonsense Guide to Networking Your Way to More Friends, More Adventures, and More Success" by Julie Brown Buy a copy of "Lost at CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Strategy" by Carl J. Cox Learn more about 40 Strategy Connect with Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn Don't miss this insightful conversation on building leadership confidence with Nicole Kalil. Tune in now!  

I'm more than a little excited to bring you THE BEST, most listened-to episodes of This Is Woman's Work in 2023!! This might be my favorite episode of each year, as it allows me to reflect and celebrate ALL the amazing content, guests, and learnings that happened throughout the year. I also love this episode for YOU because it's a great way to highlight the episodes that resonated the most and if you're new to our show, serves as a really good starting point. As we close out one year and walk into all the possibilities and hopes of a new one, I'm sure you're asking yourself questions like, what do I want? What do I want more of? Less of? What do I have to GIVE? How can I take better care of myself?  There are so many questions, but for all of them, there's one constant: You are the decider. So plan big plans, dream big dreams, and risk big risks. My love to you and yours, and I wish you joy and oh so much confidence in the new year.  So without further delay, I bring you our top 5 episodes (and a bonus special mention of #6!) of 2023! Click the links below to listen in on the full episodes highlighted here today: Bonus #6 160 / Motivation with Kate Tracy  #5 129 / 4 Truths of Radiant Change with Kristen Lisanti #4 147 / People-Pleasing & Being “Needy” with Mara Glatzel #3 144 / Jay & Nicole Kalil on Partnership, With Guest Host Lynn Casaletto (to access the  Family Planning agenda we reference, click here) #2 124 / Mind, Body, Soul… and Confidence with Meg Burton Tudman #1 154 / Affirmation Roulette with Peloton's Kirsten Ferguson Like what you heard? Please rate and review 

Confidence...are we born with it? do we build it? can we be confident 100% of the time? In today's episode, Laura and her guest, Nicole Kalil cover all things confidence. From the false messages we've gotten about being confident to the actionable things you can do to build and keep it, to understanding the balance between external validation and trusting yourself, this conversation will equip you with the tools you need to begin your confidence journey. Listen until the end and soak into every piece of wisdom Nicole shares! Laura's first book – Values First. How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life and Career You Want – is now available! Grab your copy today! Love audiobooks? Values First is also available on Audible and Itunes, so be sure to take a listen! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Do you want to learn how you can build confidence and harness it to be a more effective, successful business owner? Then tune into today's episode of Productivity Straight Talk in which I sit down with author and leader strategist, Nicole Kalil, to take a deep dive into all things confidence. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What Confidence Really Is And How To Build It ✔ What Having Confidence Helps You Achieve ✔ The Impact Of Not Trusting Yourself In Your Business ✔ 5 Confidence Builders & Derailers That Business Owners Can Utilize ✔ How Even Failure Can Effectively Build Confidence ✔ How To Know If You Have Imposter Syndrome ✔ So Much More! To access resources and links from this episode, click on https://AmberDeLaGarza.com/301. P.S. Want to discover what's most holding you back in business and receive a personalized playlist to help you overcome those specific challenges? It only takes a few minutes to take the Next Level Business Owner Quiz and get on the path of taking your leadership and business to the next level!  And… If you want help managing your time, creating efficiency, making a new hire, reducing the stress and overwhelm of running a business, or making strategic decisions that will help you level up your business, I'd like to talk to you. Let's discuss how we can partner together to help you get unstuck, reduce stress, and determine a clear path to increased profits! Schedule your Discovery Call  

Today, I am joined by the amazing Nicole Kalil.    Nicole is an in-demand speaker, coach, and host of the “This Is Woman's Work” podcast. She is also the author of the book Validation is for Parking.    Nicole's passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining “Woman's Work” is both what keeps her up at night and what gets her up in the morning. She is obsessed with sharing how women can build their confidence. And she's continually giving them actionable tools to do it.   In this episode, we'll explore: The importance of understanding and embracing your authentic self Why confidence is a choice and how it can be built How we can begin eliminating gender expectations when it comes to confidence Standing up for yourself, having difficult conversations, and handling challenging situations  Nicole's current favorites: Book: A Man Called Ove, Speaker: Katty Kay, and Podcast: FRIED the Burnout Podcast More from Nicole Website: https://nicolekalil.com/  Her book, Validation is for Parking Her free gift, Designing Your Recovery Plan   More from Tricia  Join my Complimentary Transformational Masterclass for Speakers  Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram  Connect with me on Facebook  Connect with me on LinkedIn   

Most of us have not only NOT been taught the skills to communicate well, we've been taught the opposite. We've probably observed more examples of INeffective communication than anything. Think about it for a second… were your parents good examples of this? Your first love? Your first boss? I'm gonna take a stab in the dark, and guess the answer for most of us is a hard NO. I am Nicole Kalil, and you can put this episode of TIWW under the category of “shit we should have learned, but didn't and now it's wreaking havoc in our lives”. Today, we're going to develop the skill of COMMUNICATION… especially communicating the hard stuff. Here to support our learning is Dr. Cassandra LeClair, communication consultant, author of Being Whole, and motivational speaker, who is an expert on communicating in relationships and improving connections. Her mission is to educate people on how to understand their communication patterns in order to build effective and healthy communication that enhances their professional and personal relationships. As is true with ALL learning, we learn best through experience, so I don't want this to be a half an hour where you got some good theoretical tips, I want you to PRACTICE what you've learned.  Because practice makes progress. And since very few of us were taught effective communication along the way, we've got lots of practicing to do. Connect with Cassandra: Website: www.cassandraleclair.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcassandraleclair/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcassandraleclair LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcassandraleclair/ Click here to access her free guide to unlocking the secrets to true self care To join Nicole's pod (to get all the inside scoops, free stuff, and the occasional rant), click here

Nicole Kalil's passion for helping women live life on their own terms is both what keeps her up at night and what gets her up in the morning. Nicole guides clients on how to build confidence and gives actionable tools – not just stories – to BECOME confident. In this episode, Nicole and NB discuss building true confidence, understanding imposter syndrome, and navigating perfectionism.WE EXPLORE:• Building and repairing confidence• Defining confidence• Imposter syndrome and trusting ourselves• Connecting to who you are and letting go of external expectations• Developing confidence for every level of business (F1-F3)• The correlation of action, comparison, judgment, and confidence• Dropping into your inner guidance and trusting yourselfFollow Nicole: @nicolemkalilWebsite: https://nicolekalil.com/Nicole's book: https://nicolekalil.com/bookAstrological Business Blueprint Masterclass!Thursday 9/7, 5pm PST.https://nataliabenson.com/masterclass/Ways to work with Natalia:Apply to work with me 1:1: https://www.nataliabenson.com/11-offeringExplore the Money Membership: https://magicalwomenandmoney.com/Grab your Free 5 Day Money Training for Spiritual Solopreneurs: https://bit.ly/moneymastery4bizownersConnect on Instagram: @natalia_bensonSupport the show

Are you sabotaging your confidence? In today's episode, we are speaking with the incredible Nicole Kalil to to explore the transformative power of confidence in various aspects of life. We explore the idea that confidence is not just about being perfect, but about embracing vulnerability and learning from mistakes. Tune in to discover how negative beliefs and self-talk, referred to by Nicole as "head trash," can chip away at our confidence, and gain valuable insights on how to challenge these thoughts and choose kinder and more empowering beliefs.  We dive into the impact of confidence on both professional and parenting lives, and uncover the power of modeling confidence for children. Get ready to be inspired to embrace your own confidence and create a positive environment for growth and self-acceptance. You'll hear: The value of admitting and learning from mistakes and how demonstrating confidence in repairing them fosters strong relationships Why we need to recognize and challenge negative beliefs as leaders Top confidence derailers holding you back Differences in upbringing and societal influences on confidence and how it shifts throughout our lives The problem with "waiting to feel ready" Connect with Nicole: Grab Nicole's Book: https://geni.us/ValidationIsForParking Website: www.nicolekalil.com        

On this episode of The Driven Woman Entrepreneur Podcast, just in time for Independence Day here in the US, I wanted to share my thoughts with you on the subject of social media sabbaticals and why you might want to consider one this summer. Declaring your independence from social media can be a very effective way to gain clarity on your relationship with these platforms, reassess the value of your current social marketing strategy and help prevent burnout. By guiding listeners through a series of insightful questions, sharing the perspectives of other notable coaches and consultants and introducing a variety of options to customize a social media sabbatical to your goals, this episode is full of actionable advice. In emphasizing the importance of mental health and healthy boundaries, and reminding them of the need to treat their sabbatical like an experiment, I encourage listeners to consider the prospect of taking a break from social media that in order to focus on other important aspects of their business, self care, relationships and personal growth. Whether it is a one month break from all social platforms or a six month break from one platform that has become draining, straining, depleting, defeating or simply unsustainable, figuring out whether your investment of time, energy, effort and attention is worth the outcome or whether that energy might be better spent elsewhere. I am not the first or the only business coach or consultant to suggest that a social media sabbatical might bring multiple benefits to your business and life. During this episode, I share how three of the women in my network and talking about creating more balance around their relationship with social media and how they are helping others do the same. Mentioned in this episode are: Andrea Jones: https://onlinedrea.com/Meg Casebolt: https://loveatfirstsearch.com/Nicole Kalil: https://bit.ly/46lRba9Public podcasts are amazing, but they are still a one way conversation. If you are craving more, have you grabbed your copy of my free private podcast, “Show Up Like a Boss”? Click here to add it to your podcast feed today! https://bit.ly/3ZOD3CKIs Linked In becoming your social media platform of choice as a solopreneur or small business owner? Me too! Don't forget to subscribe to my weekly Linked In newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3MAalSp so you don't miss my latest thoughts and updates. And last but not least, if you are a regular listener to The Driver Entrepreneur Podcast and have not left a reviews really do motivate me to keep creating this show & bringing you awesome guests and no-BS solo episodes, so if you are a regular listener and haven't left one yet, what are you waiting for? Apple: https://apple.co/2BZDFzcAndroid: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-driven-woman-119448TLDR (time stamps) [00:01:09] Taking a social media sabbatical: options explained.[00:06:49] Communicate sabbatical intentions, decide what is...

Nicole Kalil is an in-demand speaker, the author of Validation is For Parking, leadership strategist, respected coach, and host of the “This Is Woman's Work” Podcast. Her stalker-like obsession with confidence sets her apart from the constant stream of experts telling us to BE confident. She actually shares HOW you build it and gives actionable tools you can implement immediately. A fugitive of the C-suite at a Fortune 100 company, she has coached hundreds of women in business, which has given her insight as to what – structurally, systemically and socially – is and isn't serving both women and leaders within an organization. YES! - to helping women cultivate confidence from the inside out, right? It's SO ESSENTIAL to the journey of being authentic and pursuing what we feel most called to do in this lifetime. I'm so excited for you to listen in – and hear Nicole's upbeat, no BS perspective on entrepreneurship, being an intuitive leader, and more. In this episode, we chat about how she discovered her purpose through her pain - when she was living disconnected from her truth as she was building a career in finance, her journey from pretending to be confident to discovering how to cultivate it from within - and how this led to an obsession with studying confidence, what inspired her to start mentoring other women and what it looked like for her to start a business as a coach and speaker, and leave behind her career, her decision to completely stop using social media as a marketing tool - and the impact it had on her business, her super inspiring definition of confidence and the 5 amazing confidence builders she teaches people so they can cultivate it from within, and so much more!   To learn more about Nicole Kalil and the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the show notes.   Follow Me On: Facebook Instagram

Nicole's passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining “Woman's Work” is both what keeps her up at night, and what gets her up in the morning. Well that, and an abundant amount of coffee. An in-demand speaker, author of Validation is For Parking, leadership strategist, respected coach, and host of the “This Is Woman's Work” Podcast, her stalker-like obsession with confidence sets her apart from the constant stream of experts telling us to BE confident. She actually shares HOW you build it, and gives actionable tools you can implement immediately. We dive in this episode and get great tips and advice from Nicole. Connect with Nicole nicolekalil.com Buy the Book Validation is for Parking   References: VBAC Episode 240: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-240-the-vbac-link-with-megan-heaton/id1343507855?i=1000583641739 Fetal Monitoring https://evidencebasedbirth.com/fetal-monitoring/ Links between Cesarean and Infertility https://bmcpregnancychildbirth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12884-021-03955-7?fbclid=PAAaY4ng-Du3W03EpfMT9ulA5jT3kX0feKDL7CoKFQ85s5X-ok8r4Eyrp85x8 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23351-cesarean-scar-defect#:~:text=Can%20c%2Dsection%20scarring%20cause,on%20to%20have%20healthy%20pregnancies https://www.medpagetoday.com/obgyn/pregnancy/86053 Why Chava? Episode 248: https://podcasts.apple.com/jm/podcast/ep-248-welcome-to-morning-chava/id1343507855?i=1000593089125 Chava Meaning https://www.chabad.org/multimedia/video_cdo/aid/3506698/jewish/Inside-the-Name-Chava.htm

Confidence sherpa Nicole Kalil busts the myth about confidence and validation and shows you how to develop true confidence. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) What confidence really means 2) The four questions to ask when you have low confidence 3) How to build trust within yourself Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep851 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NICOLE — Nicole's passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining “Woman's Work” is both what keeps her up at night, and what gets her up in the morning. Well that, and an abundant amount of coffee. An in-demand speaker, author of Validation is For Parking, leadership strategist, respected coach, and host of the “This Is Woman's Work” Podcast, her stalker-like obsession with confidence sets her apart from the constant stream of experts telling us to BE confident. She actually shares HOW you build it, and gives actionable tools you can implement immediately. A fugitive of the C-suite at a Fortune 100 company, she has coached hundreds of women in business, which has given her insight as to what – structurally, systemically and socially – is and isn't serving both women and leaders within an organization. Maintaining some semblance of sanity in her different roles of wife, mother, and business owner successfully is an ongoing challenge... in whatever free time she has, she enjoys reading and wine guzzling, is an avid cheese enthusiast, a hotel snob, and a reluctant peloton rider. • Book: Validation Is For Parking: How Women Can Beat the Confidence Con • Podcast: This is Woman's Work • Website: NicoleKalil.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8AM) by Hal Elrod • Book: Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant • Past episode: 357: The Six Morning Habits of High Performers with Hal Elrod • Past episode: 842: How to Thrive in High-Stakes Situations with Carol Kauffman See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.