Confidence Conversations

"The inner critic is well-intentioned but misguided."I loved having Jacqui Jagger on the podcast - we go back a few years! In this conversation we explore the complexities of confidence and the inner critic. We explore the different layers of confidence, the importance of self-belief, and how judgment affects our perception of ourselves. The main part of our conversation we explored the role of the inner critic, strategies for managing it, and the significance of self-compassion in building confidence. We end with Jacqui's with practical tips for engaging with the inner critic and developing a more confident self-talk.Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠Follow me on social⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ About JacquiJacqui Jagger is a straight-talking leadership coach on a mission to help ambitious leaders step up without selling out. She works with leaders who want to grow their impact, confidence and career – without burning out or playing office politics. Whether it’s landing a promotion, making a strong start in a new role, or rebuilding self-belief after a tough chapter, Jacqui brings practical tools, powerful questions and no-fluff support. She’s the co-host of the Career & Leadership Real Talk podcast and the creator of The Leadership Vault – a free resource hub for leaders who want to lead with more clarity, confidence and impact. LinksPodcast | Career& Leadership Real TalkLevel With You (linkfor the leadership vault resources) Social linksJacqui Jagger | LinkedInJacqui Jagger(@practicalleadershipcoach) | TikTok

"Being curious about neurodiversity will make theworld a better place."I loved this conversation with Tamzin from The Neurodiversity Academy. In this episode we discuss neurodiversity and confidence, exploring topics such as terminology, the fear of getting it wrong, and the importance of having conversations about neurodiversity.Tamzin shares her personal experiences with dyslexia, ADHD, and dyspraxia, highlighting the impact these conditions can have on confidence along with the challenges faced by neurodiverse individuals in a neurotypical world.We explore the concept of neuro-curiosity and how it can lead to a better understanding of ourselves and others. We also touch on the trendiness of neurodiversity and the need for caution when it comes to self-diagnosis and niche coaching. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ About Tamzin: Tamzin Hall is a leading neurodiversity consultant, trainer, and coach. She is a proud dyslexic and a #1 best-selling author. With decades of experience in leadership, learning and development, a Level 7 qualification in Coaching and Mentoring, and PCC certification, Tamzin specialises in neurodiversity. She helps leaders understand and support their neurodivergent staff and assists businesses in creating inclusive practices that empower neurodivergent employees, ensuring they feel valued and accepted. Her guidance enables organisations to develop the next generation of leaders, ensuring teams are agile, resilient, and capable of overcoming any challenge. Connect with Tamzin:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamzin-hall/Website: https://www.theneurodiversityacademy.com/

"Courage is the thing that we have to embrace and lean into." This episode could have lasted for a whole day! I was excited when Melissa Hague agreed to come on the podcast to talk about Courage. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ About this Episode.. We discuss the link between courage and confidence, the everyday acts of courage, and the importance of vulnerability. Melissa shares her journey of discovering the work of Brené Brown and becoming a Dare to Lead facilitator. We explore topics such as self-compassion, the power of stories, living into personal values, and the role of trust in courage. Melissa shares three key steps to practicing courage: embracing vulnerability, starting small, and being kind to yourself. There's so much packed into this 40mins - give it a listen! About Melissa Melissa is an accomplished learning and development professional, with over 20 years’ experience across a number of industries in the public and private sector. She is passionate about the use of client-centred coaching both with individuals and teams to help them realise their potential and reach their goals. She is committed to the use of coaching conversations to help create cultures of empowerment and self-reliance. Melissa is also a huge fan of the work of Dr Brené Brown and following that passion, in 2019 she became a Certified Dare to Lead Facilitator. She uses this work to support coaches and leaders to develop their courage-building skills. Supporting them to face risk, uncertainty and emotional exposure with courage and clarity, live into their values, create and deepen connections in relationships and learn and grow from the failures, setbacks and disappointments that are inevitable when we are brave with our lives. Web – www.melissahague.com LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/melissa-hague This is the YouTube link for the Brené Brown TED Talk on Vulnerability The power of vulnerability | Brené Brown | TEDxHouston

"Stepping outside of the comfort zone requires self awareness and the ability to make informed decisions." After meeting Nikie for coffee one day and having a chat about whether age, experience or knowledge impacted our comfort zones and ultimately our confidence, I asked Nikie to come on the podcast to chat about it. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation, exploring challenges faced by new managers and the importance of self-awareness in leadership. We talked about how the understanding your own comfort zone from both positive and negative perspectives can help you to make informed decisions about stepping outside of it. We visualised an island in the ocean that represented our comfort zone and talked about sharks and dolphins as a way of understanding your comfort zone - you have to listen just for that bit - it's brilliant. We concluded with thinking about the barriers that people might face in relation to stepping out of the comfort zone. About Nikie You might not think early roles in radio, interior design and DIY sound like the most convincing career choices for someone who has since spent almost three decades as a Learning and Development professional, but all three of these roles gave me some great opportunities to learn about people, hone my training, and facilitation skills, and craft my own path in a career I love. Having gained many professional qualifications and experience in public and private sector L&D roles, I founded Curious Lighthouse Learning Consultancy Ltd in early 2016, where I specialises in increasing competence and confidence in Line Managers and Trainers to enhance their performance, whether they are at the very start of their journey or experienced professionals. ​I'm passionate about using creative learning methods which, as well as increasing engagement in the sessions, ensures better retention of information and quicker transfer of skills back into the workplace. (And yes, I do use LEGO® in many of the my sessions!!) Connect with Nikie https://www.curiouslighthouse.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/curiouslighthouse/ Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠

"Boundaries are about you, they're not about other people." I was delighted to welcome Emma Jenkings back to the podcast so join us as we discuss the topic of boundaries in relation to confidence. We explore what boundaries are, the importance of setting them in both personal and professional relationships, and how boundaries can contribute to overall well-being. It's important to stress that boundaries are individual and will vary from person to person. We discuss the reasons why setting boundaries can be a struggle and the potential impact this can have on our confidence. We conclude by talking about how clearly communicating your boundaries to others can help manage expectations. In turn this can positively impact confidence by empowering you to protect your needs and values. Of course, as always, I ask Emma for her Top Tips for setting boundaries. It's a great Confidence Conversation - give it a listen and let me know what you think. About Emma Emma Jenkings is an experienced workplace mediator, 'Peaceful Leadership' coach, assertiveness and conflict coach, DISC Practitioner, interpersonal skills trainer, and mediator mentor. Since her business, Mosaic Mediation, was set up to in 2016 Emma has successfully worked with a wide range of organisations, sectors, and individuals to peacefully prevent, manage, and resolve conflict. Connect with Emma: https://www.mosaicmediation.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-jenkings/ Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠

"Vision without action is merely a dream. Vision with action can change the world." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, Vanessa Buck from Vision Boards for All & I chat all things Vision Boards. Vision boards can help gain clarity, motivation, and confidence through a collection of words, pictures, and quotes. Vanessa also shares examples of how vision boards have helped individuals overcome challenges, gain clarity, and take action towards their goals. I love the idea of visualisation and how it can remove emotion, and make things crystal clear at the same time. Siri also makes an appearance - proof that there is no editing on the podcast - just pure authentic, confident conversations. About Vanessa & Vision Boards For All: Vanessa is on a mission to show that a vision board can be used for anything, self love, career, how you want your life to feel and what you want to attract. Whether it is your big dreams goals and aspirations or just having more joy calm or balance in your life. She wants to provide the education behind why vision boards work, and raise awareness of their powerful potential. As a busy working mum herself, she helps women who have lost their way and identity to shift their blocks and reignite their life by using visual connection and action. Connect with Vanessa: https://www.visionboardsforall.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/visionboardsforall/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064021514793 https://www.linkedin.com/in/visionboardsforall/ Purchase the Journal: https://www.visionboardsforall.co.uk/journal Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠

The Confidence Conversations Podcast is back for Series 3. In this short introduction episode you'll get a sneak preview of guests coming on and what we'll be talking about. As usual there's no editing, what you hear is the true, authentic confident conversation as it happened. In this short intro I also bust some confidence myths! If you want the download so you can take action, go to my website. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/ Follow me on social https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/

This episode was fabulous to record. Kate & I met through networking and our shared love of being authentic - across all areas of business from the 60 sec pitch to websites and social media. So I was delighted when she agreed to be a Confidence Conversations guest. We could have talked forever, there was lots to discuss, the below topics give you a flavour!!The "About" section on a website and how the bio is the most difficult thing to write!Confidence from preparation to pressure Learning to say noFocusing on our strengthsGetting confident to deliver 'Killer Copy'Importance of networking for our confidenceOf course at the end, Kate shares her top tips as a summary of what we've talked about. If you're anything like me, you'll be opening up your website and checking out your "About Me/Us" page.Websites and business aside, there's loads in the episode about how our experiences and environment shape us as individuals and how they impact our confidence levels.And did you know Kate used to be BA Cabin Crew? Nope me either!! About KateI’m a Digital Marketer and a Professional Copywriter. I like to say that I make websites and words work together! I bridge the gap between design and content, understanding each element’s vital role in creating a compelling online presence. In short, I help other businesses get found online.Almost twenty years ago, following a move halfway around the world to New Zealand, I started an e-commerce business that sold high-end fashion accessories.In those days, websites were still very smoke and mirrors. There were no DIY platforms, so design agencies were the only route available. The costs to build a decent website back then were eye-watering.So, after I’d blown my marketing budget on a stunning site, I soon discovered that much of the ‘getting the word out’ would come down to me. I swiftly learned how to craft a media release that cut the mustard and became a very early adopter of content marketing.After a few years, I realised I enjoyed writing more than everything else. So, I ditched the handbags and sparkly trinkets for my keyboard and began to help other businesses find their place online.I now live close to Chichester in West Sussex and work with clients throughout the U.K. and internationally. https://katecoote.com/https://copykate.co/https://www.instagram.com/agirlcalledkate/https://www.linkedin.com/in/katecoote/I'd love you to connect with me.https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/