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Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos

Are you a leader holding back? What is that costing you? What if you could channel your fear and self-doubt? It’s actually possible. I know, because that’s my story. That’s what the Ignite Your Confidence podcast is all about. It’s for women in leadership who want to speak up and stand out. You’ll find both solo and candid conversations with real people sharing vulnerable stories to inspire you with simple tips to step into your confidence.

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00:42:33

The Power of Persistence with Karen Haller

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/09/07

Have you ever done something and thought, “that wasn’t it.” For Karen Haller this phrase came back over and over as she explored new things throughout her life. Until one day it hit her: it's color!Karen dove deep into all things color and now sheds light on the psychology behind color. Karen’s book, “The Little Book of Colour”, and one-on-one consultations teach others to select colors that reflect them and give confidence.Listen to how her adventurous spirit led her on some crazy adventures and

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00:15:21

Why You're Missing Opportunities

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/08/31

After listening to this episode you will have 3 tangible ways to step into more opportunities. When practiced consistently, you will be amazed by the doors that open.In many ways, these tips aren’t revolutionary, but rather subtle power moves that will transform you from a hard-working individual to a leader. Step into the awkward spaces, share your thoughts, and be direct! Tangible TakeawaysYou know those few seconds of awkward silence in a meeting? Everyone is waiting for someone to go first. Let

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00:33:14

Fear as the Path to Success with Kendel Paulson

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2022/08/24

Kendel is on a mission to empower women to find their strength and live the life they deserve. As a certified life and career coach, Kendel empowers women to boldly look at their fears, name them, and avoid letting them control their future success.As a past client of Karen Laos, Kendel shares how she learned to communicate effectively and speak up with boldness. She also explains her own journey of growing up in a male-dominated military family and how she came to find her own voice. Listen and be

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00:14:40

How Not to Lead a Sales Call

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/08/17

Ever been on the receiving end of a discovery call and it feels like a sales pitch? This has happened to me twice in the last two months. It’s painful.In this episode I share my experience of what happened and what to do differently when you’re in the driver’s seat, leading the call. Commit to giving everyone an experience of care, connection and clarity - and transform your next opportunity! I provide specific sentences and questions you can use immediately.Because the last thing I want for you is

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00:11:53

How to Start a Conversation with Strangers

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/08/10

You’re standing in a room, surrounded by strangers. Whether it be a networking event, conference, or simply a new position, the fact is clear: it’s your job to make connections. If this situation triggers anxiety, listen and learn some tips to help you change strangers into connections. Find out how to insert yourself into a group and how to effectively communicate, even if you’re nervous. Walk into that room with confidence! Tangible TakeawaysThink of an AUTHENTIC compliment to start the

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00:30:27

What are you Standing For? With Amy Wong

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2022/08/03

Sometimes, the biggest transformation comes from the smallest mental shifts - and Amy proves this to be true! Amy applies the neuroscience and psychology of human behavior and lifts the veil to reveal what drives our reactions and how to become more intentional. You will be surprised how powerful these small perspective shifts can be.Discover what drives your desires, why you must assess how you feel, and what it means to become intentional with what you stand for. After listening to this episode

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00:16:26

Five Tips to Nail an Interview

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/07/27

When you sit before that hiring manager, it’s common to come in with the perspective of simply answering the questions that are asked. What if you traded that passive role with something more powerful?You have more control over the conversation than you may think! Listen and discover how you can stand out and showcase your brilliance. Tangible TakeawaysYou’re not at the mercy of the interviewer: you can control the conversation (and sometimes, you need to!)Know in advance what you want them to know

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00:38:54

Be the Culture Your Workplace Needs with Rita Ernst

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/07/20

As a recently published author myself, I am excited to celebrate with Rita about her newly published book, “Show Up Positive!” Rita’s career has been all about teams and organizations, helping people come together in the workplace to find common purpose and accomplishments. She wrote her book to help you do the same in your workplace, as well.If you’ve been struggling to find common ground in your work community, this episode is for you. You will be challenged to be introspective and find the

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00:11:52

How to Stop Rambling and Get to the Point

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/07/13

Captivating your audience is so important, and nothing will tune out your audience faster than a rambling session. Rambling comes in many forms - sometimes it’s too much detail, circling around a topic, or simply rephrasing things over and over. Whatever your rambling style may be, you want to learn how to stop it! Tangible TakeawaysNotice when you’re rambling, pause, and say out loud, “and my point is this.”Avoid the curse of knowledge and eliminate jargon. Speak in plain language.If you notice

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00:35:52

How’s Your Ripple Effect? With Lisa Even

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2022/07/06

In many ways Lisa describes finding her place in the world similar to goldilocks and the three bears: she had to bump around a bit until she settled with the fact she simply needs to be herself. It turns out, that YOU are exactly what the world needs, not someone else.Lisa delivers many nuggets of truth that challenge you to try on new perspectives, be conscious of how you impact others, and chase after joy intentionally. Lisa also shares how she has created a joy calendar and explains how you can

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00:19:44

How to Start a Presentation

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/06/29

We are conditioned to start our presentations with pleasantries because that’s exactly what most people do! Our impulse is to thank everyone and explain how excited we are to be here…avoid doing this!In this episode, I share three different ways you can start your presentation that will engage your audience. You do not need to be a great storyteller or have funny jokes - in fact, I don’t recommend jokes when presenting. Every presentation has the potential to captivate with some intention and

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00:31:30

Investing in Your Dreams with Elyse Kaye

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/06/22

Elyse is nothing short of a warrior when it comes to running her business. She built Bloom Bras from the ground up, navigated a male-dominated investing industry, and has had to come back from major setbacks in her business. She’s passionate about providing the best bra you’ll ever own, but also reminding you to take care of yourself. It’s like putting money into BAD investments.. it’s not a way to run a business! This applies to our lives as well. Apply your time and energy to good investments, and

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00:17:19

You Are Enough

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/06/15

One thing I’ve discovered after coaching powerhouse women across industries, is that the feeling of not being enough is universal. Listen and explore four tips on how to remember you’re enough. I share the importance of moving behind passive asks, connecting with your tribe and learning how to let go.Tangible TakeawaysBefore you ask for what you need, first KNOW what you need.If you're not feeling enough, call in your reinforcements! Make connections with those you trust and who can speak truth back

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00:35:39

Claim Your Worth with Amy Valdivia & Rica Ruiz

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/06/08

Have you ever realized that you missed an opportunity to claim your worth? Maybe you accepted a salary too low or you missed out on getting promoted because you didn’t ask. Amy Valdivia and Rica Ruiz are two powerhouses who understand this deeply and share their stories and advice in today’s episode.They will encourage you to do the deep work and invest in yourself because that’s where it all begins!Tangible takeaways from today’s episode:Find the root cause of your actions with someone you trust

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00:19:45

How to Ask for What You Want

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/06/01

I love talking about how to ask for what you want! This is one area if you get right, will transform everything. When you know how to ask for what you want effectively everyone involved receives clarity and the power to move forward.In today’s episode I unpack the differences between passive and direct asks. I offer three examples of questions that FEEL direct, but are actually passive. In this episode I share with you moments in my past where I got this wrong and was caught up in the ring-around of

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00:15:58

Sentence Prompts + Questions for Better Communication

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/05/25

The words we use matter and can have a huge impact! In my upcoming book, “Trust Your Own Voice” I provide an entire chapter on sentence prompts that you can put in your back pocket and use as needed.If you want to read the rest, you can purchase my book on June 3, 2022You always want to be ready with questions or responses that can elevate your influence! Tangible TakeawaysWhen introducing yourself, have a lead to your story.Start your calls by asking, “How can I best support you?”When you present

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00:23:46

Trust Your Own Voice

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/05/18

Are you holding back from sharing your ideas? Maybe it’s self-doubt due to fear of judgment, not wanting to rock the boat, or you’re worried about what others will think.I’ve been there! I struggled with trusting my own voice due to self-doubt–even as a senior leader in the corporate world.I wanted to be free.In this episode, I read the first chapter of my book: Trust Your Own Voice: Growing Your Influence through Confident Communication. You’ll hear about the meeting I was supposed to be running,

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00:18:10

Stand your Ground with a Difficult Manager with...

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/05/11

Struggling with a difficult manager may not be new for Kristen, but shrinking back and allowing him to run her over was. Kristen talks about the mindset she lived with for months and how she began the journey of turning the tables and taking back her power.When reflecting on a season when Kristen gave up her voice and defaulted her power to others, she realized she was taking a child’s posture in an adult role. Defining who she is became the foundation for stepping out and speaking up.Tangible

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00:30:45

Refuse to be Bulldozed with Mary Snyder

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/05/04

What do you do when someone steals the credit for your success?How do you respond when someone literally closes the door in your face?Mary Snyder shares these experiences and what she learned about herself through her journey in the corporate world. She had to fight against her Southern gal upbringing and claim her voice, and it was a process.Mary stopped holding back and continues to be a powerhouse of solutions. She will inspire you to embrace who you are and have the confidence to step up to the

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00:19:56

3D’s to Reaching Your Vision

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2022/04/27

Holding your dream in one hand and reality in the other can feel as if your dream has no place to actually come true. I want you to feel hope and walk away with a clear formula to create your vision. The 3D’s to reaching your vision may be simple, but when applied make a huge difference. Hint: it requires action.Tangible Takeaways:Identify your dream and give yourself permission to own it!Allow yourself the freedom to explore what you want to do. Find ways to experiment.Tell people what you're

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