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  Kelsey Green on Why Belonging is Essential for Mental Health and Building Deeper In-Person Connections 13.09.2026 41min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What if the connection you are craving cannot be found through another scroll, like, or follow? In Episode 767 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Kelsey L. Green, creator of Summit in Six and How to Build Your Circle, for a timely conversation about why genuine belonging is essential for mental health, resilience, purpose, and meaningful progress. Kelsey works at the intersection of community, strategy, and accountability, helping people move beyond stalled intentions and build lives that truly light them up. She explains the difference between appearing connected online and experiencing the trust, support, and shared presence of an in-person community. She also offers practical ways adults can initiate new relationships, nurture existing circles, and become the kind of consistent participant every strong community needs. Vicki and Kelsey explore digital minimalism, the role of healthy discomfort, the balance between ambition and rest, and the surprising ways that showing up for a group teaches us to show up for ourselves. They also discuss how meaningful goals can strengthen purpose and emotional well-being at every stage of life. If you are ready to quiet the digital noise, deepen your relationships, and take a bold next step toward your own summit, this episode offers both encouragement and a practical place to begin. Listen, reflect, and choose one intentional way to build belonging this week. Summit in Six is a six-month, high-accountability mastermind for women entrepreneurs and creators. Each participant commits to one bold goal, like launching a podcast, writing a book, or starting a business, and achieves it through structure, support, and a force-multiplier community. The program includes twice-monthly group calls, momentum bonuses, and ongoing support to keep momentum high. https://www.kelseylgreen.com/Summit-In-Six Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.kelseylgreen.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseylgreen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseylgreen/The post Kelsey Green on Why Belonging is Essential for Mental Health and Building Deeper In-Person Connections first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Tim Beattie on Why Transformation Initiatives Stall 12.09.2026 35min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description Why do so many transformation initiatives begin with energy and ambition, only to stall before they create lasting change? In Episode 766 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling talks with Tim Beattie, co-founder and CEO of Stellafai, about why transformation fails when organizations become more focused on activity than outcomes. With more than 20 years of transformation experience across PwC, IBM, Deloitte, BAE Systems, and Red Hat Open Innovation Labs, Tim has seen what helps teams move from good intentions to measurable impact. He challenges traditional consulting models and advocates for enabling services and asynchronous coaching that build capability inside teams rather than long-term dependence on outside experts. Tim also explores the human side of leadership and transformation: the fears that can hold us back, the obstacles we face day to day, the importance of understanding what we truly want, and how leaders can help others become more capable and self-sufficient. This conversation is a reminder that transformation is not about tracking more tasks. It is about creating clarity around the outcomes that matter, aligning people around those outcomes, and building the confidence and capability to execute strategy. Listen in to discover how an outcome-focused approach can help leaders and teams dream bigger, achieve more, and create change that lasts. Head to the website for more ways to connect. https://www.stellafai.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.stellafai.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tdbeattie/ X: https://x.com/timbeattieThe post Tim Beattie on Why Transformation Initiatives Stall first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Tami Reiss on Life’s a Pitch: How Confident Leaders Craft Narratives That Inspire Action 12.09.2026 25min

  ⭐ EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Episode Title: Life’s a Pitch: How Confident Leaders Craft Narratives That Inspire Action In this episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Tami Reiss, an energetic keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and CEO of Leader Within. Tami is known for empowering leaders to communicate with clarity, influence with confidence, and align their teams around bold, strategic visions. With over two decades of experience coaching executives, from scrappy startup founders to Fortune 500 leaders—she brings unmatched insight into what it truly takes to lead with presence and purpose. A former CPO in Residence at Insight Partners, Tami has helped thousands of leaders level up their communication, executive presence, and impact. She is the creator of the L.E.A.D. and M.A.P. frameworks, used around the world to help leaders grow their influence and drive organizational momentum. Her signature talk, Life’s A Pitch, equips leaders with practical tools to craft persuasive narratives that move people and accelerate results. Tami is also the creator of the Confident Communicator GPT, designed to help individuals practice and strengthen their communication skills, and she is the author of the illustrated leadership book What Do Product Managers Do? In this conversation, you’ll discover: Why persuasive communication is every leader’s superpower The hidden ingredients behind narratives that inspire action How leaders can align teams around bold visions Simple practices to build confidence and executive presence How AI tools like the Confident Communicator are transforming leadership development Whether you’re a growing entrepreneur, a rising executive, or a leader ready to expand your influence, this episode offers practical, actionable insights you can put into practice immediately. As a thank you, the audience can have access to her Mastering Executive Presence online course ($499 value) for $49 using this URL or coupon code 450OFF https://learn.myleaderwithin.com/offers/ZoFximGG/checkout?coupon_code=450OFF Order my book: https://www.amazon.com/What-Product-Managers-Primer-Aspiring/dp/B0FLLJ8663/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: tamireiss.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tamireiss M.A.P. Canvas freebie: https://learn.myleaderwithin.com/influenceThe post Tami Reiss on Life’s a Pitch: How Confident Leaders Craft Narratives That Inspire Action first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  James Brett on Heart-Centered Leadership: How Presence, Clarity, and Purpose Transform the Way We Lead 10.09.2026 30min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What if stronger leadership did not require pushing harder, but becoming more present? In Episode 764 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes James Brett for a powerful conversation about heart-centered leadership, purposeful action, and finding success that nourishes rather than depletes. James has spent years guiding leaders and professionals through major transitions, helping them turn adversity into clarity and reconnect with their core strength. Drawing from corporate experience in sales, training, and consulting, as well as transformational work that bridges ancient wisdom and modern practice, James challenges the belief that leadership begins with doing more. Vicki and James explore his Peace, Clarity, Action approach; why overthinking can keep leaders stuck; how presence and deep listening strengthen relationships; and why clarity cannot be separated from the body, wellbeing, and what truly matters. James also reflects on how his cancer journey reshaped his understanding of success, purpose, freedom, and joy. This episode invites leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, and professionals to consider a different path to meaningful achievement: slow down enough to listen, reconnect with your zone of genius, and act from alignment rather than depletion. Listen or watch to discover how heart-centered leadership can help you lead yourself and others with greater presence, clarity, courage, and purpose. This page has an offer for a free e-book called “Plotting your Joyful Rebellion” That gives more insights into some of the topics I discuss. https://ajoyfulrebellion.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://jameswalters.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557270815007 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a.joyful.rebellion/ A Joyful Rebellion PodcastThe post James Brett on Heart-Centered Leadership: How Presence, Clarity, and Purpose Transform the Way We Lead first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Inna Segal on Unresolved Ancestral Trauma Shaping Your Emotional Responses and Your Health 10.09.2026 44min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What if some of the emotional reactions, recurring patterns, or physical signals you experience did not begin with you? In Episode 763 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes pioneering intuitive healer and bestselling author Inna Segal for a thought-provoking conversation about the relationship between the body, emotions, inherited patterns, and personal transformation. Inna shares how her own health challenges led her into intuitive healing and ultimately to the work behind The Secret Language of Your Body. She explores why healing may require looking beyond physical symptoms, how people can begin listening more closely to the signals their bodies are sending, and why unresolved ancestral patterns may continue to influence emotional responses and well-being. The conversation also examines the stages of healing, the importance of beginning where you are rather than forcing a breakthrough, and how greater self-awareness can help people respond to life with more intention. For leaders, this conversation offers an important reminder: self-awareness is not separate from leadership. The more clearly we understand our reactions, patterns, and internal signals, the more intentionally we can communicate, make decisions, set boundaries, and lead others. Note: This episode discusses intuitive and mind-body approaches to well-being. It is educational and inspirational in nature and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental-health care.hat if some of the emotional reactions, recurring patterns, or physical signals you experience did not begin with you? In Episode 763 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes pioneering intuitive healer and bestselling author Inna Segal for a thought-provoking conversation about the relationship between the body, emotions, inherited patterns, and personal transformation. Inna shares how her own health challenges led her into intuitive healing and ultimately to the work behind The Secret Language of Your Body. She explores why healing may require looking beyond physical symptoms, how people can begin listening more closely to the signals their bodies are sending, and why unresolved ancestral patterns may continue to influence emotional responses and well-being. The conversation also examines the stages of healing, the importance of beginning where you are rather than forcing a breakthrough, and how greater self-awareness can help people respond to life with more intention. For leaders, this conversation offers an important reminder: self-awareness is not separate from leadership. The more clearly we understand our reactions, patterns, and internal signals, the more intentionally we can communicate, make decisions, set boundaries, and lead others. Note: This episode discusses intuitive and mind-body approaches to well-being. It is educational and inspirational in nature and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental-health care. The Awaken the Healer Within Masterclass is a transformative 3-hour live event led by international bestselling author and intuitive healer Inna Segal. Designed for individuals seeking to understand the deeper connections between their emotions, physical health, and spiritual well-being, this masterclass offers practical tools and insights to initiate self-healing.​ https://www.innasegal.com/masterclass Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.innasegal.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnaSegalAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innasegalauthor/The post Inna Segal on Unresolved Ancestral Trauma Shaping Your Emotional Responses and Your Health first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Chaz Wolfe on How to Become a Millionaire in Your Twenties: Decisions, Discipline, and the Exceptional Life 01.09.2026 41min

  How to Become a Millionaire in Your Twenties: Decisions, Discipline, and the Exceptional Life 🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What does it really take to become a millionaire in your twenties — and what matters after you reach the milestone? In Episode 762 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling sits down with serial entrepreneur Chaz Wolfe for a candid conversation about success, discipline, decision-making, motivation, and building what Chaz calls The Exceptional Life. Chaz has built, purchased, and sold multiple seven-figure ventures across franchising, home services, real estate, and consulting. His experience has taught him that sustainable success is not created by one lucky break. It is built through disciplined choices, strong operations, integrity, a willingness to learn, and the ability to simplify what feels complex. Together, Vicki and Chaz explore the beliefs and habits that shaped his entrepreneurial journey, the business ideas and books that influenced him, what he wishes he had started doing earlier, and why he challenges the traditional idea of work-life balance. They also make room for a little fun with a spirited question about University of Kansas basketball. Whether you are building your first business, scaling an established company, or redefining what success means in your life, this episode will challenge you to examine the decisions you make every day — because exceptional results begin with intentional choices. Listen and ask yourself: What decision can I make today that my future self will thank me for? https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/chaz-wolfe/ You’ll find more information here on Chaz, Gathering The Kings, and the various projects he’s currently working on. https://gatheringthekings.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://gatheringthekings.com/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chazwolfe/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gatheringthekings/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@gatheringthekings Podcast: Driven to WinThe post Chaz Wolfe on How to Become a Millionaire in Your Twenties: Decisions, Discipline, and the Exceptional Life first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  David Aferiat on Perseverance, Identity and the Hero’s Journey 01.09.2026 34min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What happens when the grit that built your business is no longer enough to scale it? In Episode 761 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling talks with David Aferiat—entrepreneur, growth leader, Certified Bloom Growth Coach, and co-founder of Trade Ideas LLC—about perseverance, identity, and the Hero’s Journey of leadership. After more than 25 years of building teams, sales engines, and CEO peer networks, David understands the turning point many founders face: the business has grown, but the way the team operates has not. He explains how uncertainty can forge a stronger future self, why leadership identity must evolve as a company scale, and what teams need to say—and decide—to create clarity, trust, and accountability. David also introduces the eight elements of the Bloom Growth Operating System™: Growth Plan, People, Sales and Marketing, Meetings, Finance and Data, Technology, Process, and Relationships. These elements help leadership teams assess their capacity, expose execution gaps, and translate strategy into disciplined action. And in a fitting toast to intentional living, David challenges a few champagne myths and shares what the French understand about making joy part of everyday life. If your organization has outgrown the way it operates — or if your role no longer fits the leader that you are becoming — this conversation will help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Listen, reflect, and ask yourself: What must change for my leadership—and my team—to meet the next chapter? To connect with David about growth coaching, leadership transitions, or bringing clarity and accountability to your organization, visit 👉 avid.coach — and start a conversation about how your team can thrive on its Hero’s Journey. To explore wellness-focused Champagne, insider stories from artisanal producers, and the rhythms of a well-celebrated life, sign up for the Avid Vines newsletter at 👉 avidvines.com — where we talk Champagne, how to drink like an owner-grower, the entrepreneur’s journey, and our daily commitment to purpose. https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-aferiat/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://avid.coach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avidvinesllc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-aferiat/ X: https://x.com/AvidVines Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avid_vines/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/@avidvinesThe post David Aferiat on Perseverance, Identity and the Hero’s Journey first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  William Charles Davis on The DNA of Leadership 27.08.2026 38min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What separates a true leader from someone who simply holds a title? In this episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes leadership expert, speaker, and mentor William Charles Davis for a practical conversation about the traits that shape effective leadership – and the behaviors that can quietly undermine it. Drawing on leadership experience that began with Future Business Leaders of America and expanded across corporate, academic, military, and government environments, William explores how leaders earn trust, build accountability, recognize emerging talent, and turn leadership theory into real-world action. He also examines the warning signs of ineffective and toxic leadership, the role of emotional intelligence and self-awareness, and the important distinction between leading people and merely managing tasks. If you are an executive, manager, entrepreneur, aspiring leader, or someone responsible for developing future leaders, this conversation will challenge you to look beyond position and authority and examine the habits, character, and choices that create lasting leadership impact. Key takeaways include how to identify leadership potential, which characteristics great leaders consistently demonstrate, why self-awareness is essential, whether leadership can be taught, and how to evaluate whether your own leadership is creating confidence, trust, and results. SEO Keywords leadership characteristics, great leadership, leadership development, effective leadership, toxic leadership, leadership potential, emotional intelligence in leadership, self-awareness, leadership vs management, executive leadership, future leaders, leadership accountability, trust in leadership, confident leadership Come check out our services and books by visiting our website and social media platforms. https://www.williamcdavis.net/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.williamcdavis.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573023334183 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamcharlesdavis/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamcharlesdavis64/The post William Charles Davis on The DNA of Leadership first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Balki Kodarapu on The Art of Storytelling in Tech Leadership 16.08.2026 41min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What separates a technically brilliant leader from one who can truly inspire a team, influence stakeholders, and scale an organization? Often, it’s the ability to tell the right story. In Episode 759 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes fractional CTO Balki Kodarapu for a conversation about technology leadership, scaling high-performance teams, GenAI, developing future leaders, and why communication becomes increasingly important as organizations grow. Balki helps SaaS startups scale their products from $500K to $50 million without burning through budgets—or momentum. Having helped lead four startups through hyper-growth, raised more than $150 million, delivered multiple exits, and built GenAI products powering Fortune 100 support teams, Balki knows what happens when rapid growth creates engineering bottlenecks, missed deadlines, and organizational confusion. In this conversation, Balki shares what he has learned about stepping into chaos and creating clarity, identifying the inflection points where growing teams often begin to break down, and determining which engineering productivity metrics actually matter. He and Vicki also explore the rapidly evolving world of Generative AI, attracting top engineering talent when you don’t have a recognizable brand, and identifying and developing the future leaders already sitting inside your organization. Perhaps most importantly, Balki challenges leaders to rethink one of their most valuable resources: time. His commitment to learning, reflection, and professional growth demonstrates that developing people isn’t something leaders do after the “real work” is finished—it is part of the real work. Whether you’re a founder, CTO, technology leader, entrepreneur, or executive responsible for leading people through rapid growth and change, this conversation offers practical insights for creating greater clarity, stronger teams, and sustainable momentum. Leadership Impact Takeaway: The higher you rise in leadership, the less your success depends solely on what you know—and the more it depends on your ability to help others understand where you’re going, why it matters, and how they contribute to getting there. 🎧 Listen to Episode 759: The Art of Storytelling in Tech Leadership https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/balki-kodarapu/ Follow Balki on LinkedIn where he shares thought-leadership content at least twice a week http://www.linkedin.com/in/balki/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest http://www.linkedin.com/in/balki/The post Balki Kodarapu on The Art of Storytelling in Tech Leadership first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Natalie Bernacchi on Mastermind Magic: Why Community is the Shortcut to Clarity, Confidence, and Growth 16.08.2026 35min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description What if the fastest path to business clarity, confidence, and growth isn’t doing more—but surrounding yourself with the right people? On Episode 758 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Natalie Bernacchi, Business Growth and Mindset Coach, mom, Co-Founder of The CEO Besties, and host of the Light Her Up Podcast. After more than 15 years climbing the corporate ladder and building a multi-six-figure career, Natalie’s definition of success changed when her 6-year-old daughter asked one simple question: “Mom, do you like your job?” Natalie’s answer was no—but she promised her daughter, and herself, that she was going to change that. Today, Natalie helps ambitious women create profitable, soul-aligned businesses that support the lives they want to live. Her approach combines mindset, energetics, community, and practical business strategy to help women move beyond autopilot, gain clarity, build confidence, and grow without sacrificing themselves in the process. In this conversation, Natalie and Vicki explore why entrepreneurship can feel so isolating—and why the right mastermind or community can become a powerful accelerator for personal and professional growth. You’ll discover: Why community can help entrepreneurs reach clarity faster than working alone How to recognize when you’re operating on autopilot or out of alignment Why mindset, energetics, and business strategy work more powerfully together Common misconceptions women have about profitability and purpose How masterminds create accountability, perspective, confidence, and momentum Daily practices that can help reignite passion and reduce burnout Why boundaries and non-negotiables are essential to building true freedom How to create a business that supports your life instead of consuming it This episode is an invitation to reconsider the belief that successful entrepreneurs must figure everything out alone. Sometimes your greatest breakthrough comes when you enter a room where you are challenged, supported, encouraged, and reminded of what is possible. Leadership Takeaway: You don’t have to build alone. The right community can help you see more clearly, believe more boldly, and move forward with greater confidence. This link takes you to a private 10-episode podcast series called What Is Rocketship Energy? — a transformational series where ambitious women entrepreneurs can learn what Rocketship Energy is, how to scale in alignment, and whether the mastermind is the next step for them. Inside, we dive into business strategy, mindset, and the power of community alongside powerhouse, like-minded women. https://theceobesties.com/rocketship-energy-podcast Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://nataliebernacchi.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTLWC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliebernacchi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebernacchi/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliebernacchiThe post Natalie Bernacchi on Mastermind Magic: Why Community is the Shortcut to Clarity, Confidence, and Growth first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Emily Jackson on Managing Global Business Relationships 12.08.2026 36min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description EPISODE 757 – Channel Management Success: Building Partnerships, Secure Businesses & Confident Leaders What if some of the most important skills for succeeding in technology aren’t technical at all? On Episode 757 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Emily Jackson, Sr. Channel Manager with rf IDEAS, Inc., for a conversation about channel management, relationship building, secure authentication, career confidence, and the power of a strong professional network. Emily’s career has taken her from the fitness industry to aviation, IT distribution, and IT vendor channel sales. Through each transition, one skill has remained essential: her ability to connect with people, understand their needs, and create partnerships that help others succeed. Emily explains channel management for those unfamiliar with the field and shares why strong partner relationships and exceptional customer service can become powerful drivers of business growth. She and Vicki also explore the increasing importance of secure authentication and what business leaders should understand about protecting access to their organizations. But technology is only part of this conversation. As a strong advocate for women in sales and leadership, Emily discusses challenges women may encounter in technology and sales, her own experience overcoming imposter syndrome, and why self-doubt should never determine the size of your ambitions. You’ll also discover why your professional network may be one of your most valuable career assets—and practical ways to build, nurture, and leverage relationships throughout your career. In this episode, you’ll discover: What channel management is and why it matters • How successful partnerships contribute to business growth • Why secure authentication is increasingly important • Challenges and opportunities for women in technology and sales • Strategies for moving beyond imposter syndrome • Why relationship-building remains a critical leadership skill • How to intentionally build and utilize a powerful professional network • Why confidence can become a catalyst for career growth Whether you’re an entrepreneur, sales professional, technology leader, business owner, or woman working toward your next leadership opportunity, this conversation is a reminder that your relationships, expertise, and confidence can open doors—but you have to be willing to walk through them. 🎧 Listen to Episode 757 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast and discover how stronger partnerships, stronger networks, and stronger confidence can create greater opportunities for growth. https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/emily-jackson/ Visit Emily’s website and LinkedIn profile to learn more. https://www.rfideas.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.rfideas.com/       Emily Jackson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-jackson-13315896/The post Emily Jackson on Managing Global Business Relationships first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Donovan Pyle on Data-Driven Healthcare: Using Analytics to Control Costs 12.08.2026 30min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description Episode 756 — Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast Host: Vicki Noethling Guest: Donovan Pyle Title: Data-Driven Healthcare: Using Analytics to Control Costs and Improve Employee Outcomes What if one of your company’s largest expenses is also one of the least understood? For many executives, rising healthcare costs have become something they simply expect—and budget for. But what if better data, greater transparency, and a different approach to benefits could help organizations reduce unnecessary spending while improving outcomes for employees? In this episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Donovan Pyle, CEO of Health Compass Consulting, author of Fixing Healthcare, and the 2025 Benefits Advisor of the Year named by the Validation Institute. Donovan challenges leaders to rethink the traditional approach to employer-sponsored healthcare. With mid-size businesses saving an average of $1,856 per employee annually through his approach, he explains why understanding the data behind your benefits program isn’t simply a financial issue — it’s a leadership responsibility. Vicki and Donovan explore the estimated 25% waste in employer-sponsored healthcare spending, what fiduciary-based advice really means, and why leaders should question the assumption that annual healthcare increases are inevitable. Donovan also explains the Total Benefits Assessment (TBA), common executive blind spots, potential conflicts within traditional brokerage relationships, and the hidden compensation structures leaders need to understand. They also move beyond cost containment to explore something bigger: economic empowerment. When organizations manage benefits strategically, the impact can extend to employee satisfaction, retention, financial well-being, and organizational trust. In this episode, you’ll discover: Where unnecessary healthcare spending may be hiding • Why data and analytics can change benefits decision-making • What fiduciary-based benefits advice means for employers • Strategies for challenging year-over-year healthcare increases • How a Total Benefits Assessment can reveal gaps and opportunities • Red flags to watch for in broker and advisor relationships • Why transparency around compensation matters • How smarter benefits decisions can strengthen both employees and the business Leadership Confidence Takeaway: Confident leadership isn’t about having every answer. It’s about knowing which questions to ask, demanding transparency, and using reliable information to make decisions that serve both your people and your organization. 🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode and discover why fixing healthcare may begin with leaders refusing to accept “that’s just the way it works.” https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/donovan-pyle/ Donovan has an incredible resource for our listeners. If you’re an executive responsible for employee benefits, you need to know where you stand. Donovan has developed a Quick Benefits Checkup, it’s called the Total Benefits Assessment or TBA. After you’ve taken the Quick Benefits Checkup, Donovan is offering a complimentary copy of his book, ‘Fixing Healthcare: How Executives Can Save Their People, Their Business, And The Economy.’ https://assessment.healthcompassconsulting.com/tba Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://donovanpyle.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donovanpyle/The post Donovan Pyle on Data-Driven Healthcare: Using Analytics to Control Costs first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Ryan McClellan on Life-Changing Marketing Tactics for Solopreneurs 12.08.2026 49min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description Episode 755 | Ryan McClellan Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Vicki Noethling Episode Title: Life-Changing Marketing Tactics for Solopreneurs Episode Description What if the biggest thing holding back your marketing isn’t your strategy—but your clarity, confidence, and mindset? For solopreneurs, marketing can quickly become overwhelming. There are funnels to build, content to create, offers to refine, and countless voices telling you what you “should” be doing. But effective marketing doesn’t have to mean doing more. It starts with understanding who you serve, what you offer, and how to communicate your value with confidence. In Episode 755 of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Ryan W. McClellan, MS, a certified Life Coach specializing in self-esteem, mindset, and leadership development. Ryan has more than 18 years of experience as a Marketing Consultant and entrepreneur, has launched and led nine businesses, and is the author of six published books. With a master’s degree in marketing and a BA in Organizational Psychology, he brings together business strategy and emotional intelligence to help people move from ideas to intentional action. Vicki and Ryan explore the difference between temporary motivation and sustainable momentum, the marketing mistakes that keep entrepreneurs stuck, and the mindset shifts that can change how you show up in your business. They also discuss how emerging entrepreneurs can begin positioning themselves as thought leaders, why so many marketing funnels fail, and how to transform scattered ideas into a clear, compelling offer people understand and want. You’ll discover: Why momentum matters more than waiting for motivation • Common marketing mistakes solopreneurs should avoid • How mindset influences the way you market, sell, and lead • What separates life coaching from therapy and consulting • How to begin establishing yourself as a thought leader • Why marketing funnels often fail—and what makes them work • How to turn scattered ideas into a clear offer that sells • Why confidence and clarity are powerful marketing advantages If you’re an entrepreneur, solopreneur, coach, consultant, or emerging thought leader who feels overwhelmed by marketing, this conversation will help you simplify your strategy, strengthen your message, and move forward with greater confidence. Because powerful marketing isn’t about being everywhere. It’s about becoming clear enough that the right people understand why you are the right person to help them. This is a Mindset Assessment that takes 2 minutes. Your score ranges between 1 and 20, and based on your results, I can determine if you need assistance adjusting the way you feel about yourself or the way you perceive the world around you. In exchange, I provide a free intro session, and from there, anyone who mentions the podcast receives 20% off any/all services. https://www.valiancecoach.com/magnet1 Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.valiancecoach.com/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valiancecoaching LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rmcclellan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livecoachchat X: https://x.com/livecoachchat1The post Ryan McClellan on Life-Changing Marketing Tactics for Solopreneurs first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Swami Nityananda on How to Live Beyond Limitation 11.08.2026 36min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast Episode Title: How to Live Beyond Limitation What if the greatest limitations in your life aren’t external—but the stories you’ve been telling yourself? In this deeply reflective and inspiring episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Swami Nityananda, spiritual teacher of the Awake Yoga Meditation community, to explore how awakening to our true nature can transform the way we lead, serve, and live. Before becoming a Swami, she built an accomplished academic career as Professor Emerita of English at Loyola University, earning national and international recognition for her scholarship. Today, she dedicates her life to helping others discover the limitless qualities that already exist within their love, wisdom, joy, kindness, and inner freedom. Throughout this conversation, Swami Nityananda shares practical wisdom on moving beyond fear, suffering, and self-imposed limitations by becoming fully present in each moment. Rather than searching for fulfillment outside ourselves, she reminds us that our greatest strength comes from awakening to the light that exists within us and recognizing that same light in everyone we meet. Some questions explored during this episode include: How did your personal journey lead from academia to becoming a spiritual teacher? • What keeps us trapped by limitation, and how can we move beyond it? • What does it truly mean to become “Awake” as taught by the Buddha? • How can ordinary, everyday experiences become opportunities for greater awareness? • How can we transform fear, pain, and suffering into joy, compassion, and freedom? • Why is meditating in community so powerful? • What practical steps can anyone take to begin living with greater purpose and service? Whether you’re a leader navigating uncertainty, an entrepreneur seeking greater clarity, or someone longing for more peace and purpose, this episode offers timeless wisdom that reminds us that authentic leadership begins from within. You’ll discover that confidence isn’t something we acquire, it’s something we uncover when we release the beliefs that have kept us small and embrace a life rooted in awareness, compassion, and service. 🎧 Listen today and begin your journey beyond limitation. https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/swami-nityananda/   Check out Swami’s website to learn more. https://www.awakeyogameditation.org/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.awakeyogameditation.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AwakeYogaMeditation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swami_nityananda_giri/The post Swami Nityananda on How to Live Beyond Limitation first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Bryan Gile on From Zero to World Class 07.08.2026 37min

  🎙️ Podcast Episode Description From Zero to World-Class with Bryan Gile What separates world-class performers from everyone else? Is it talent, luck, or something anyone can develop? In this inspiring episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling sits down with Bryan Gile, an eight-time world-record-holding professional skydiver with more than 12,000 skydives, entrepreneur, speaker, and creator of the Be Great Be Happy system. Bryan’s journey wasn’t built on natural talent alone. Through years of disciplined practice, calculated risk-taking, and intentional mindset development, he discovered that extraordinary success begins long before achievement, it begins with the beliefs we choose, the habits we develop, and the actions we consistently take. During this powerful conversation, Bryan shares the mental framework that helped him earn world records, learn multiple foreign languages, overcome entrepreneurial setbacks, and build a life dedicated to helping others unlock their greatest potential. Some of the topics discussed include: Bryan’s remarkable journey from ordinary beginnings to world-class achievements • The two essential “X Factors” required for lasting success • How beliefs, thoughts, reactions, and habits work together to shape your future • The life-changing lesson skydiving taught him about entrepreneurship and leadership • Practical ways to build genuine self-confidence—even when you don’t feel confident yet • How to overcome limiting beliefs that keep you playing small • Building habits that create lasting success while breaking the habits that hold you back • The fascinating “Birth and Death of an Idea” framework and why so many dreams never become reality Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, emerging leader, or someone pursuing a personal goal, this episode will challenge you to think differently about what is truly possible. Your greatest breakthroughs don’t begin when circumstances change. They begin when your thinking changes. If you’re ready to stop settling for average and begin building a world-class life, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Listen now and discover how becoming your best self is the first step toward achieving your biggest goals. These are links where users can get actionable mindset strategies from an 8x world record athlete and 7-figure entrepreneur, to increase their happiness, make more money, and live a fulfilled life. https://www.tiktok.com/@bryangile.official https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D383JSDL Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.begreatbehappy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bgile LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryangile/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryan.gile/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryangile.officialThe post Bryan Gile on From Zero to World Class first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Daria Rudnik on Remote, Hybrid, Global? Here’s How to Make Any Team Click 06.08.2026 34min

  Episode 752: Daria Rudnik on Remote, Hybrid, Global? Here’s How to Make Any Team Click Whether your team works in one office, across multiple countries, or entirely online, one question remains: What makes people truly click together? In this insightful episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes Daria Rudnik, Team Architect, Executive Coach, former Chief People Officer, and author of CLICKING. Drawing on decades of experience leading organizations through mergers, rapid growth, and global transformation, Daria shares practical strategies for building trust, strengthening collaboration, and creating high-performing teams—even during uncertainty and change. Having coached executives and organizations across six continents, Daria understands that successful leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about creating environments where people feel connected, valued, and empowered to perform at their best. Together, Vicki and Daria explore how leaders can avoid common pitfalls during organizational change, help introverted professionals increase their influence authentically and navigate the growing impact of AI without sacrificing human connection or critical thinking. If you’re leading remote, hybrid, or global teams—or simply want to become a stronger, more intentional leader—this conversation offers practical wisdom you can implement immediately. In this episode you’ll discover: The essential ingredients that make great teams “click” Why trust—not talent—is the foundation of high-performing teams Leadership lessons from navigating mergers and organizational transformation How women can confidently lead in traditionally male-dominated environments The hidden dangers of cognitive overload and AI dependency Practical strategies for helping introverts lead with influence Mindset shifts that free an overwhelmed leader from constant firefighting Why authentic connection remains the greatest competitive advantage in today’s workplace Whether you manage a team of five or five hundred, this episode will help you build stronger relationships, communicate with greater confidence, and lead people through change with clarity and purpose. Listen now and discover how leadership confidence grows when people truly click together.  Link to my recently published book CLICKING: A Team Building Strategy for Overloaded Leaders Who Want Stronger Team Trust, Better Results, and More Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FN4S6P37 Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website:  https://dariarudnik.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariarudnik/ Twitter: https://x.com/DariaLRudnik YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dariarudnikcoachingThe post Daria Rudnik on Remote, Hybrid, Global? Here’s How to Make Any Team Click first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Leading with Confidence | Ben Brearley on Imposter Syndrome, Quiet Leadership & Authentic Leadership 06.08.2026 37min

  Episode 751: Leading with Confidence with Ben Brearley What if the qualities you’ve been told to hide are actually your greatest leadership strengths? Many thoughtful, introverted, and people-focused leaders quietly wrestle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to lead like someone else. In this empowering episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling sits down with leadership coach and Thoughtful Leader founder Ben Brearley to explore how authentic leadership begins by embracing who you already are. Ben introduces his practical Useful Thinking approach — a powerful framework that helps leaders replace unproductive thought patterns with clear, intentional thinking that leads to confident action. Together, Vicki and Ben unpack why so many capable leaders question themselves despite their success, how values become a compass for difficult decisions, and why setting healthy boundaries is one of the most important leadership skills you can develop. If you’ve ever struggled with giving feedback, avoiding difficult conversations, or believing your quiet personality makes you less effective, this episode offers practical strategies that will help you lead with greater confidence, authenticity, and impact. In this episode you’ll discover: Why confidence is built through action—not personality. • Ben’s “Useful Thinking” method for overcoming limiting beliefs. • The truth about imposter syndrome and why successful leaders experience it. • Whether feedback is really a gift—and how to give and receive it effectively. • Why introverted leaders often possess overlooked leadership advantages. • How leading from your values creates clarity during difficult decisions. • Practical ways people-pleasers can establish healthy professional boundaries. • A simple approach for navigating difficult conversations with confidence. Leadership isn’t about becoming louder. It’s about becoming clearer, more intentional, and more authentic. When you stop trying to imitate someone else’s leadership style, you give yourself permission to become the leader others genuinely want to follow. 🎧 Listen now and discover how confidence grows when you lead from your strengths instead of your fears. https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/ben-brearley/ This is a link to download my free Thoughtful Leader Survival Guide, with useful tools to help thoughtful leaders lead themselves and their teams. This also subscribes to my Thoughtful Leader newsletter, where they get weekly guidance and support. https://subscribe.thoughtfulleader.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbrearley/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtfulleader.cartoons/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/@thoughtfulleader_realThe post Leading with Confidence | Ben Brearley on Imposter Syndrome, Quiet Leadership & Authentic Leadership first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  David Forster on Why Most People Problems Are Actually Process Problems 06.08.2026 29min

  Episode Description Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast Host: Vicki Noethling Featured Guest: David Forster Episode Title: Why Most “People Problems” Are Actually “Process Problems” What if the biggest obstacle in your business isn’t your people—but your processes? In this insightful episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes operations strategist David Forster, a business systems expert who has spent more than 20 years helping companies scale through operational excellence. Ironically, David’s journey began as a child who frequently got into trouble—not because he wasn’t working hard, but because he finished his assignments too quickly and became bored. That relentless drive to find better, faster, and more efficient ways of doing things ultimately became the foundation of his life’s work. Today, David helps business owners eliminate bottlenecks, streamline workflows, improve team performance, and build organizations that don’t rely on the owner being involved in every decision. His philosophy is refreshingly simple: many so-called “people problems” are actually symptoms of broken or unclear processes. During this conversation, David shares practical strategies that every entrepreneur, executive, and leader can begin implementing immediately to create greater freedom, improve accountability, and build a business that continues to grow—even when they’re not in the room. In this episode you’ll discover: Why process—not personality—is often the root cause of recurring business challenges. • How one strategic operational change can dramatically improve productivity and profitability. • The mindset shift that helps entrepreneurs move from overwhelmed operator to confident strategic leader. • Practical ways to gain team buy-in and successfully implement lasting operational improvements. • Why working smarter consistently outperforms working harder. • David’s biggest leadership lesson after more than two decades of optimizing businesses. • The first action every business owner should take to create their next breakthrough year. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your business instead of empowered by it, this episode provides practical, actionable guidance for creating systems that allow both your business—and your leadership—to thrive. Check out David’s website to learn more.  Get a breakdown of how we can support their business and schedule a free 30-minute strategy call with David. https://www.systemsoversweat.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website:  https://www.systemsoversweat.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/rdavidforster LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rdavidforster/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/systems_over_sweatThe post David Forster on Why Most People Problems Are Actually Process Problems first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Dr. Jodi Vandenberg Daves on Career Journeys of Courage Leadership Lessons 06.08.2026 35min

  Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast Description: Career Journeys of Courage and Care: Leadership Lessons for Idealistic Women How do you build a meaningful career without compromising your values? Leadership strategist, coach, and author Dr. Jodi Vandenberg-Daves joins host Vicki Noethling to discuss courageous leadership, purpose-driven careers, women’s leadership, mentorship, caregiving, and creating workplaces where everyone belongs. In this episode you’ll learn: ✔ How to discover meaningful work ✔ Why caregiving matters in leadership ✔ The importance of mentorship ✔ Building inclusive organizations ✔ Leading authentically ✔ Finding your unique leadership strengths Whether you’re leading a business, managing a team, or simply seeking greater purpose in your career, you’ll find practical wisdom and encouragement in this conversation. Subscribe for more leadership conversations every week. #Leadership #WomenInLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerGrowth #Mentorship #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipConfidence #PurposeDrivenLeadership This online course is aimed at emerging women leaders with big ideas and dreams, trying to empower themselves within their workplaces, claim leadership on their own terms, and advocate for inclusive workplace communities. https://www.jodivandenbergdaves.com/onlineleadershipcourse/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.jodivandenberg-daves.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054309769195 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-vandenberg-daves-2b459116/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jvdconsulting/The post Dr. Jodi Vandenberg Daves on Career Journeys of Courage Leadership Lessons first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.
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  Doug O’Brien on Tools Every Coach Needs 06.08.2026 37min

  Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast – Episode Description Episode Title: Tools Every Coach Needs What separates a good coach from a transformational one? It’s not just experience — it’s having the right tools to help people overcome obstacles, unlock potential, and create lasting change. In this enlightening episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling welcomes internationally recognized NLP Master Practitioner and Trainer, Certified Hypnotherapist, and peak performance coach Doug O’Brien. With a career spanning decade, Doug has helped establish complementary medicine programs alongside Dr. Oz, trained coaches within Tony Robbins’ organization, and worked with everyone from rodeo bull riders and Broadway performers to Fortune 500 executives. Doug shares practical insights into the science and art of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Ericksonian Hypnosis, and Havening, explaining how these powerful approaches help people reduce stress, overcome fear, build confidence, and replace limiting beliefs with empowering habits. Whether you’re a coach, leader, entrepreneur, or someone committed to personal growth, you’ll discover practical techniques you can begin using immediately. Throughout the conversation, Doug explores the critical role language plays in shaping our beliefs, why rapport is the foundation of influence, and what distinguishes extraordinary coaches from merely competent ones. He also discusses sustainable coaching practices, helping leaders support others without sacrificing their own well-being. If you’re looking to become a more influential leader, a more effective coach, or simply develop a stronger mindset, this episode provides valuable tools that can elevate both your personal and professional life. In This Episode You’ll Discover: Doug O’Brien’s remarkable journey into NLP, hypnosis, and transformational coaching How NLP, Ericksonian Hypnosis, and Havening work together to accelerate lasting change Simple communication techniques that instantly build trust and rapport How language influences confidence, emotions, and decision-making Practical strategies for overcoming fear, anxiety, and limiting beliefs The qualities that separate exceptional coaches from average ones How coaches and leaders can avoid burnout while helping others thrive A proven approach for creating habits that truly last Whether you’re leading a team, building a business, coaching clients, or investing in your own growth, this episode will leave you with practical tools to communicate more effectively, inspire greater confidence, and lead with lasting impact. Listen now and discover the coaching tools that can transform conversations—and lives. https://www.FindYourLeadershipConfidence.com/doug-obrien/ Visit Doug’s website to learn more https://www.dougobrienhypnosis.com/ Subscribe to Our PodcastConnect With Our Guest Website: https://www.dougobrienhypnosis.com/The post Doug O’Brien on Tools Every Coach Needs first appeared on The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Victoria Noethling.