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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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00:23:06

Ask For What You Want With Sarah Johnson

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/10/18

Tangible Takeaways:Try implementing "20 seconds of courage." For 20 seconds take those initial steps, whether it's asking for a raise, starting a conversation, or making a significant change. It only takes 20 seconds to get started!Write down your achievements. Keeping a record can boost confidence and provide a visual representation of your progress over time. (This is also handy when asking for a raise!)Be real and be you! Embrace who you are, understand your value, and build confidence from

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00:18:25

5 Tips to Be Memorable

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/10/11

Tangible Takeaways:Actively engage in conversations by asking open-ended questions and pausing to listen attentively.Imagine that everyone has a sign above their head that says, "Make me feel important." Use this perspective to show genuine interest in others.Start and end your sentences with confidence and clear articulation to engage your audience.Pay attention to your facial expressions, and smile! This way, you’ll convey a positive and approachable demeanor.Avoid the "curse of knowledge" by

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00:26:27

Break the Rules On Purpose with Heather Whelpley

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/10/04

Tangible Takeaways:Look at all the rules that you’ve been handed, and ask: which of these do I want to keep carrying with me and which ones do I want to break?Your worth is not connected to achievement, success, or how your body looks. These rules create shame or make you feel “too much:A part of creating change and understanding the rules is calling them out, and then purposely start to break the ones that no longer work for you. You don't need to throw everything away, but you get to choose!Adopt

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00:20:32

How to Communicate with Clarity

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/09/27

Tangible Takeaways:Communicating with clarity takes intention!Your audiences need structure to know where you're headed and what you're doing. Otherwise, they're going to get lost and tune out.When you start any message, whether it's a voice message, voicemail, or voice memo- front load it with why you're sharing it or what you want from the conversation.If you notice yourself rambling, stop, pause, and say aloud, “My point is this…” That will repair the rambling episode and make you appear more

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00:34:48

Spiral Up with Karen Fullerton

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/09/20

Tangible Takeaways:You’re a spiritual being on a human journey, and that intersection between the two requires emotional learning. It's learning how to integrate, like balancing a bike.It’s important to listen to your body and listen to your emotions.When struggling with a frustrating event, separate yourself from the story and avoid the blame and judgment. Focus inward on what emotions you feel.Google “Emotion Wheels” to help name your emotions.Think of emotions as your greatest teacher. What are

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00:16:08

Stop Leaving Money on the Table

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/09/13

Tangible Takeaways:Remember: people want to be pursued!Follow up beyond your comfort level. With high ticket offers, you need to follow up a minimum of nine times, and it could even be years before they are ready to buy.It is tempting to ask passively because it feels more comfortable, but resist this urge and ask with clarity.Anticipate the next step and make the process easy. Schedule your next follow-up before you end the conversation! You are not bothering anyone. Remember how busy you are and

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00:34:00

Mindset for Success with Riana Milne

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/09/06

When you work on your mindset, teach your children along the way! You can transform both your life and the lives of your children.Research shows eight out of 10 people have negative fear-based thinking, and this comes from childhood trauma. This is the reason why many are afraid to use their voice.Have the guts and the mindset to say yes to opportunities. The more you practice it, the more you believe in yourself.Dating is not about being vulnerable, it’s about being empowered! Know how to ask

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00:21:07

4 Qualities of an Influential Communicator Part 1

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/08/30

Tangible Takeaways:The goal is to project the image that you want to project.Have a point, and stick to it! You can do this by deciding your point in advance and sharing this upfront. People need to receive information with the point first, and details after, not the other way around.Avoid data dumping! We can think this boosts your credentials, but in reality, people can only take in so much information at once. Keep it simple.Make sure your message is relevant to your audience, and be wary of the

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00:21:07

Fearlessly Build a Business with Nicole Grinnell

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/08/23

Tangible Takeaways:When fear starts to creep in, ask yourself. “what’s the worst that can happen?” Uncovering this helps you take a chance and lose that fear of failure.Seek to understand the root of your fear. Is it pride? Fear of failure? Worried about what others may think?Find your passion because there will be a lot of dark and challenging times. Your passion will help you ride the waves.Design your work-life balance. Are you prone to overworking or underworking? Take these into consideration

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00:23:30

Let Your “Why” Guide You with Ashley Russo

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/08/16

Tangible Takeaways:Often when we are stuck, it’s because we’re not making a decision. It is better to decide and move forward than stay stagnant! If you make a wrong decision, it’s ok! You learned something. This will make you better at your next move. We get burdened with the “how”, and we forget that there is a “why”. If you're on a path and what you're participating in always goes back to the why, then you're on the right path.Understand what you're good and not good at, and be okay with

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00:28:45

Behind the Scenes of Tedx with Roya Bashier

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/08/09

TEDXMinneapolis will be on August 12, 2023. Click HERE to purchase your tickets!Tangible Takeaways:Remember the power of teachers and leaders - they have the opportunity to instill confidence in others.Be an opportunistic person! When you see an opportunity, lean into it. Even if it’s a long shot, you never know!Feedback can be a positive experience. Those who receive feedback with joy and gratitude are the ones who grow.When it comes to your story, focus on how it serves others. What is the idea

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00:24:31

5 Secrets to Business Success

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/08/02

Tangible Takeaways:Expect good things to happen! This has been the #1 contributor to my success, it transforms your posture and energy, and you see the opportunities for what they are.Be tenacious with purpose. Clarify your current goals so you're not being tenacious in everything but in the things that matter.You have to ask for the business - people want to be sold to! Reach out and follow up. Seize opportunities. Pay attention to what might be possible right in front of you.Be curious, and show

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00:32:58

Resist the Urge to Give Your Power Away with Jennifer...

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/07/26

Tangible Takeaways:Resist the urge to give your power away. Step into your power.It can be common to fall into the trap of taking a backseat to stronger, louder, more experienced voices. There is a reason for this - women have been conditioned to do this!Whenever we take action or inaction, we’re impacting those around us. Be intentional about when you speak up and when you don’t. Your voice matters to others! Just do it. Things are rarely as uncomfortable or bad as you expect them to be.When it

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00:20:15

Body Language Do's & Don'ts

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/07/19

Tangible Takeaways:Think about expanding your presence. We’ve been culturally conditioned to make ourselves physically smaller, and this needs to stop. Shoulders back, hands to the sides or gesturing out, and firmly plant your feet shoulder-width apart.Incorporate these habits into your daily life so that when you need your body language to shine, it will be a habit, not a stressful performance.Remember that every time we open our mouths, it’s an opportunity to influence and to showcase

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00:30:19

See Yourself in Brilliant Light with Ivy Slater

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/07/12

Tangible Takeaways:See your brilliance and own it sooner. This does not mean you should be arrogant, but rather embrace your expertise now. Don’t wait.When creating your own business or venturing into a new field. Understanding your skillset and what problems you solve and diving into market research is important.Remember: people do business with people, big brands and all. Customer service is one of the most important things brands can put their money behind.Are you an introvert who feels

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00:11:39

3 Things to Say Instead of "I'm Sorry"

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/07/05

Tangible Takeaways:Women are culturally conditioned to apologize! Even though I teach this, I have to catch myself from apologizing, as well. Habits are hard to break, but you can do it!If you bump into someone at the grocery store, for example, instead of saying “I’m sorry” replace it with “excuse me”.If you're constantly saying, “I'm sorry”, the message that's coming across implies “I'm not worthy of being here”, “I'm in the way” or “I’m a bother”. This becomes something you internalize.When we

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00:27:15

Get Out of Your Head and Into the World with Kelli...

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/06/28

Tangible Takeaways:Women often don’t speak up because we think we need more experience, education, seniority, or fill-in-the-blank before we share our voice in the room. It’s a lie: speak up now! The men don’t wait. Why should you?When seeking to improve your confidence, copying another person’s style doesn’t work. It can make you feel awkward and inadequate. You need to find confidence from within.How do you want to make people feel when you speak up? Knowing your values will help you guide

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00:16:53

How to Be an Inclusive Leader

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/06/21

Tangible Takeaways:Imagine people walking around with this sign on their forehead that says, “Make me feel important,” and you’ll find yourself naturally being an inclusive leader.Be self-aware! Be mindful of your intent and observe if it matches your impact.Ask for feedback and have a posture of receiving it well.Show that you care by first seeking to understand by asking questions and listening. You want to get the other person's perspective.Give empathy before you give advice. People generally

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00:30:46

The Discipline of Showing Up with Teresa Rand

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/06/14

Tangible Takeaways:Keep in mind: it's not personal. It’s about them and what they’re trying to say. This is why understanding communication styles is important.Your basic personality should not have to change when you walk through the doors at work or log in to Zoom. You have permission to be you!When we adapt and pivot for other's communication styles, this is not about changing who you are, but being more reflective and responsive to those around you.The key to accomplishing your goals is to show

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00:20:52

Don't be Jealous. Be Inspired to Take Action

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/06/07

There I was, in a yoga class, working hard to configure myself into the instructed pose. I glanced at the woman beside me in awe: how is she doing that with her body? Wow. At first, I was immediately jealous. Then, I was inspired. I want to be able to do that! Can you relate? Learn how I was able to pivot from jealousy to inspiration and get four practical tips on how you can do the same.Tangible Takeaways:Comparing ourselves to others is normal. Have grace for yourself. Be careful that you don’t

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