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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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00:20:52

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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00:40:04

Picture Your Success with Sharon Shannon

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/05/31

Tangible Takeaways:Think bigger - we can always do better than where we are. It doesn't matter what we do or how much progress we made (or lack thereof) there's always better. Avoid settlingIt doesn't matter how low you are, you can do what is in your heart. When you're in the midst of it, it is a time to dig deep, do the internal work.You have to picture yourself as successful and not speak doom and gloom over your life. Force yourself to change your perspective.Start with one thing, don’t get so

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00:33:18

Surviving Trauma Through Breathing with Tsikki Thau

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/05/24

Tangible Takeaways:Remember, when communicating, we deliver a feeling behind our words. People can feel what we’re saying.Gratitude recognizes that your heart is beating and you’re breathing. Breath is the oxygen of your life, your soul, reminding you that you’re breathing. You’re alive.Know your belief system. Everybody believes in something. Get up and show up for the work you promised to do. It’s the only way to serve your purpose. There is power in your vulnerability - even in your weaknesses,

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00:32:22

Hype Women Up with Erin Gallagher

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/05/17

Tangible Takeaways:Confidence has so much to do with clarity: be clear about where you stand on things and who you are. With clarity in hand, confidence is soon to follow.Stand in your power - no longer abandon yourself in service to other people.Avoid taking all feedback as direction and advice. You’re allowed to be selective on what feedback you’ll take into consideration.We have been taught our entire lives that other women are our competition and their success detracts from ours - this is a lie

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00:15:57

How to Get What you Want on Mother’s Day

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/05/12

1. How does a mom get what she wants on Mother’s Day? Ask! First, though you have to decide. What do you truly want? What would make it the best mother’s day for you? So many women hold back from asking because they want other people to be happy first. We’re culturally conditioned to please others first – especially as mom’s, so this is the time to claim your desires and ask. SInce 40% of mothers say they have ended up disappointed with their Mother’s Day, it’s important to make your wishes known so

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00:33:16

Uncover Your Potential Through Mentoring with Missy...

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/05/10

Tangible Takeaways:You have just one life, how do you want to live it?Be intentional and design the life you want.Make choices unapologetically.Dictate your value and your self-worth. Your confidence has to come from within rather than the outside world.View your life through the lens of possibility, it changes everything.Embrace the power of coffee chats, you never know when that connection will be valuable! Everybody needs a safe space. Everybody needs a guide or mentor. It doesn't matter what

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00:33:40

The Power of Writing Down Your Goals with Maria...

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/05/03

Tangible Takeaways:Get out a piece of paper and write down the top three things that you want to do with your life: get it out of your head and on paper.Make your goals visual! This may be as simple as putting them on a Post-it note on your mirror-the goal is to keep them in front of you.Work in such a way that you know you did your best!Surround yourself with women that are strong and confident in who they are. We all need a supportive friend group. The difference between millionaires and

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00:30:53

Master your Mindset: A Journey from Brain Dead to...

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/04/26

Tangible Takeaways:What's the worst that could happen when you speak up versus when you don't speak up? Even if you’re rejected, it’s ok! A “no” is simply that, a “no.”You can't change the past. Focus instead on what type of life you want in your future. Resist the urge to be a victim of your circumstances, and make a conscious decision to be a victor.Believe in something bigger than yourself, that there is a bigger purpose beyond yourself, and be faithful to it.A plan and progress is better than

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00:29:41

A Resilient Journey to the C-suite with Lori Kiel

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/04/19

Tangible Takeaways:Learning how to lead begins with the willingness and ability to follow. You learn the good and the bad by watching others, and that shapes you as a leader!Listening is a powerful tool: you’ll learn more by listening and paying attention.Remember: there is so much to be learned by embracing the journey. Everything may not be falling into place as fast as you’d like, but every step is equipping you for what's coming. Do you want something? Ask for it with confidence! Know who you

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00:16:33

The Power of Eye Contact

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/04/12

Tangible Takeaways:Eye contact is critical for connection. Every time we communicate we have a powerful opportunity to connect with a tool most of us have: our eyes.If we don’t make eye contact when communicating or listening, we create a barrier for connection.When communicating 1:1, we make eye contact on average 7-9 seconds, when speaking to a large group, aim to make eye contact for approximately 3-5 seconds.When communicating with a large group, focus on connecting with one person at a time

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00:29:42

Tell Your Story with Strategy with Brielle Cotterman

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/04/05

Tangible Takeaways:Be courageous and share your story. You have a story worth sharing even when you believe your life isn't interesting enough.The first step of sharing your story is identifying your breakthrough story. What was the turning point?Know your why, and own it. Show how your why has shaped your story and who you are today.Understand the cycle of abuse, and be aware that it's not simple to "just get out of it" - women leaving an abusive relationship have a 70% chance of losing their life

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00:17:14

Rise Above the Blame Game

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/03/29

Tangible Takeaways:Remember: we’re accountable for our own actions.When the blame game begins, pause and look at yourself and ask, “What do I need to own in this, or see as something that I have control over?”Grab a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle, and on one side write down what you can control, and on the other what you can’t control. This is an eye-opening exercise!Allow yourself to vent, but don’t stay there! The trick is to release it in a safe place and move on.Your power is

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00:26:39

BOLD Leadership with Laura Barnard

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/03/22

Tangible Takeaways:Part of becoming a great leader requires understanding your unique skills and experiences to help relate to others and create the most impact.To close the gaps that exist in representation across all industries we need to collaborate and fight together to make it more equitable.Women face a lot of external and internal barriers in the workplace, and one way to push back is to learn how to speak up.Being BOLD is an acronym for being brave, outspoken, lucid, and distinct. Being

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00:31:32

Recognizing and Escaping Abuse with Sabrina Victoria

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/03/15

Tangible Takeaways:Never underestimate the power of research and knowledge. If you have a need or question, seek to find the answer! It may be your path out of a dark place.Set your own boundaries and own them with confidence and grace.Be aware of love bombing: right when the abuser is aware they’re losing control, they’ll shower the victim with love and affection. It’s a tactic to keep them close.Invest time in learning how to communicate your emotions effectively. It will make all the difference

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00:17:41

How to be Taken Seriously

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/03/08

Tangible Takeaways:Assume you have permission to lead: step out and go for it!Speak with conviction, and have a declarative tone. People will take you seriously if you sound confident.Punctuate your words when you speak! We do this naturally when writing an email. It’s the same when we speak. End with a period, and pause.Have a strong handshake and make direct eye contact. This is equally as important on zoom! In that case, it’s looking directly at the webcam.It is important to be decisive, and when

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00:15:26

How to Stop People Pleasing

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/03/01

Tangible Takeaways:Remember where people pleasing often comes from - desiring for everything and everyone to be ok. First, acknowledge that you’re stuck in an accommodation cycle.When people give you something or compliment you, receive it with gratitude.Own what you want - it’s ok to ask for what you want!No is a complete sentence that doesn’t require an explanation. Practice saying no diplomatically, and remind yourself you don’t need to bend backwards to explain why not.About me:Karen Laos,

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00:10:44

What to do When People Don't Understand You

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/02/22

Tangible Takeaways:Speak louder - when we speak louder, it takes intention and attention to do this, forcing you to slow down and articulate. When you speak, open up your mouth bigger. This may feel strange, but often mumbling comes from a closed-off mouth.Practice the pause and speak slower. This helps with clarity.Breathe intentionally. It supports the strength of your voice.Speak in sound bursts - go loud and fast, and change your pitch from low to high. Variety keeps people engaged. About

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00:27:41

Negotiate with Confidence

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/02/15

How do you accomplish this? Everything comes down to how you prepare and position yourself, from mindset, body posture, and the words you say. Listen to how you can prepare for your next negotiation through my mistakes and successes, and walk into your next negotiation with unshakable confidence.Tangible Takeaways:Before you begin to negotiate with anyone, you have to know what you want first.Ask direct questions that require an answer- avoid ending with open-ended statements such as, “let me

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00:31:29

The Betrayal of Burnout with Kelley Bonner.

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/02/08

Kelley shares why burnout is a betrayal and how to recognize the symptoms in yourself and others. Listen to how businesses can protect employees from burnout and embrace small steps to transform an impossible situation. Tangible Takeaways:The three symptoms of burnout are: overwhelming physical exhaustion, feelings of cynicism, and decreased ability to do things you love.Burnout feels like a complex, heavy problem - but the steps to solving it are quite simple. Business owners can set a

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00:15:21

Thinking On Your Feet

Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos ·

2023/02/01

Tangible Takeaways:Ask these two framing questions when something unexpected occurs: ask, “what’s needed here?” and secondly, “what’s required of me.”The key to thinking on your feet is being cognizant of those around you versus focusing on yourself. This information is vital for quick assessments!If you tend to interject and react too quickly, create a mantra such as “stop, pause, breathe” that you say to yourself to stop yourself from speaking prematurely. The best way to get better at thinking on

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