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GRASP Confidence | Personal Growth for Leaders and High Performers

Tara LaFon Gooch

GRASP Confidence is a leadership and personal development podcast for high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, and faith-driven leaders who want to expand their capacity, lead with confidence, and live with purpose. Hosted by 3X bestselling author, TEDx speaker coach, and founder of Best Branding Solutions, Tara LaFon Gooch, the show blends entrepreneurship, business strategy, Christian faith, and personal growth through the GRASP Method—Gratitude, Responsibility, Action, Sight, and

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#174: The Spiritual Billionaire Code: Turning Vision...

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2026/02/14

What does it really mean to become a Spiritual Billionaire? In this expansive and activating episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara sits down with global speaker and mentor Jocelyn Luko-Sandstrom, a visionary leader who helps high-performing individuals turn their deepest truths into lived abundance. The two first met on a retreat in Belize last month, where one powerful conversation quickly revealed a shared language around alignment, embodiment, and purpose-driven wealth. That connection naturally

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#173: The Law of Momentum: Why You're Stuck (and How...

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2026/02/10

Momentum Isn't Motivation: It's a Universal Law Momentum isn't something you wait for, it's something you activate. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with leadership coach and author David Wilkinson to unpack the Law of Momentum and why so many high-achieving leaders still feel stuck, stalled, or one setback away from sliding backward. What if the reason you can't "get your big break" isn't a lack of hustle… but a misunderstanding of how momentum actually

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01:10:27

#172: Why Mindset Isn't Fixing Your Burnout and What...

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2026/02/07

Why You Can't Think Your Way Out of Burnout—and How Biology Shows the Exit What if burnout isn't a personal failure… but a biological response doing exactly what it was designed to do? In this powerful episode, Dr. Susie Hansley, Ph.D. dismantles one of the most damaging myths in modern leadership and high performance: that stress means you're not resilient enough. Instead, she reveals a science-backed truth—burnout is not a character flaw, it's a nervous system signal. "My body wasn't broken

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#171: Intention Over Outcomes: Why God Handles the...

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2026/02/02

Do the Work, Release the Results: A Leadership Lesson in Faith and Integrity There's a revelation many leaders, creators, and high performers eventually come to—but often only after burnout, anxiety, or frustration sets in: We are responsible for intention and integrity. God is responsible for outcomes. In this solo episode, I share a recent personal reflection that reshaped how I approach leadership, creativity, and faith—rooted in wisdom from legendary producer Rick Rubin and anchored in a

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#170: AI Is Moving Faster Than Leadership—How to Lead...

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2026/01/26

Data, AI, and the Identity Crisis Facing Modern Leadership In this powerful, forward-thinking episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Michael Clark — esteemed strategist, author, and global advisor on artificial intelligence (AI), data, and emerging technologies. If you're a leader, innovator, creator, or change-maker today, you already know this: technology isn't just transforming what we do — it's reshaping who we are. And the real question isn't whether AI

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38:16

#169: From CITGO to Caracas: Jose Pereira on Maduro's...

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2026/01/23

What happens when a nation stands at the edge of history? In this powerful return to GRASP Confidence, former CITGO Petroleum CEO Jose Pereira joins the conversation to unpack the capture of Nicolás Maduro and what this pivotal moment could mean for Venezuela, the United States, and the future of global leadership. Drawing from his experience leading one of the world's most critical energy organizations and navigating geopolitical pressure at the highest levels, Jose offers rare insight into the

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#168: When Success Outgrows Your Capacity to Hold It...

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2026/01/19

What happens when your success outgrows your capacity to hold it? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Brent Perkins, former seven and eight-figure entrepreneur, two-time Inc. 5000 leader, author of Papercuts: The Art of Self-Delusion, and Fractional CEO for high-performing fathers. Brent's story is one many elite leaders quietly relate to: rapid growth, global influence, and external validation—followed by a personal collapse. His marriage ended. His health

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#167: Bishop Kevin Foreman on Faith, Calling, and...

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2026/01/15

Have you ever felt like you were made for more but your circumstances don't match your future? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Bishop Kevin Foreman—widely known as "The People's Bishop"—for a grounded, practical conversation on leadership, faith, discipline, and personal evolution. Bishop Foreman shares his journey from humble beginnings in Denver and the inner city of Memphis to becoming an influential pastor, church planter, success coach, author,

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#166: From Vision to 500 Million Books: Mark Victor...

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2026/01/12

The Belief That Built Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mark Victor Hansen on Confidence, Purpose, and Legacy What does it take to create a message that reaches hundreds of millions of people—and still stays rooted in purpose? In this powerful episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Mark Victor Hansen, co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, one of the most influential and best-selling book franchises of all time. With over 500 million copies sold worldwide,

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#165: Why Authenticity Is the Ultimate Advantage in...

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2026/01/08

Thought Leadership Isn't Claimed. It's Proven. In a world flooded with AI-generated content, polished prompts, and recycled ideas, authenticity has become the most valuable currency a speaker can offer. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Harvey Castro, MD, MBA — 5x TEDx Speaker, physician, entrepreneur, and AI thought leader to explore what it actually takes to stand out in the age of artificial intelligence. This isn't a surface-level conversation about

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#164: Come Off Mute: How Faith-Anchored Confidence...

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2026/01/05

What happens when women stop shrinking and finally use the voice God gave them? Too many women are leading quietly; minimizing their voice, second-guessing their authority, and staying hidden in spaces they were called to influence. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dr. Rita Renee, international speaker, author, leadership coach, and TEDx Raleigh 2025 speaker, for a faith-filled conversation about visibility, obedience, and the courage it takes to come

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#163: Spell-Casting & the Power of Words: How...

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2025/12/29

🌿 Belize Unlocked: A Three-Part Podcast Journey Recorded At Prana Maya Resort Just off the coast of southern Belize lies a place unlike anything else in the Caribbean; a private island where turquoise waters meet world-class wellness, elevated cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. Featured in Forbes as Belize's newest destination for luxury, privacy, and holistic renewal, Prana Maya Island Resort is more than a resort; it is a sanctuary crafted for transformation. In this exclusive three-part

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#162: Building Paradise: The Entrepreneurial Vision...

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2025/12/27

🌿 Belize Unlocked: A Three-Part Podcast Journey Recorded At Prana Maya Resort Just off the coast of southern Belize lies a place unlike anything else in the Caribbean; a private island where turquoise waters meet world-class wellness, elevated cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. Featured in Forbes as Belize's newest destination for luxury, privacy, and holistic renewal, Prana Maya Island Resort is more than a resort; it is a sanctuary crafted for transformation. In this exclusive three-part

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#161: Transformation Over Motivation: How To Navigate...

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2025/12/22

Transformation Over Motivation, How Leaders Navigate Change With Eric Pfeiffer & Dr. Grant Van Ulbrich Motivation fades. Transformation lasts. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with executive leadership coach Eric Pfeiffer and change leadership expert, Dr. Grant Van Ulbrich to explore why real leadership change doesn't come from hype, inspiration, or short-term motivation but from identity, responsibility, and disciplined action. This is a grounded,

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#160: Integrative Wellness & Renewal at Prana Maya...

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2025/12/19

🌿 Belize Unlocked: A Three-Part Podcast Journey Recorded At Prana Maya Resort Just off the coast of southern Belize lies a place unlike anything else in the Caribbean; a private island where turquoise waters meet world-class wellness, elevated cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. Featured in Forbes as Belize's newest destination for luxury, privacy, and holistic renewal, Prana Maya Island Resort is more than a resort; it is a sanctuary crafted for transformation. In this exclusive three-part

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#159: So You Want to Become a TEDx Speaker? Nia...

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2025/12/15

So You Want to Become a TEDx Speaker? Nia Luckey Shares Her One Essential Red Dot Lesson Becoming a TEDx speaker isn't about sounding impressive—it's about being understood. In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host and TEDx coach Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with TEDx speaker & Author, Nia Luckey to unpack the single most important lesson that helped Nia get accepted to TEDx on her very first application and how she took her idea and turned it into a global movement. Spoiler: it wasn't

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#158: The Go-Giver Mindset: Championing Others for...

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2025/12/10

What happens when you bring together three powerhouse leaders to talk about what the world needs most, people who champion others? In this special panel episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Bob Burg, Tammy Appleton, and Kathy Tagenel for a transformative conversation about belief, leadership, and the Go-Giver mindset. If you're a leader, entrepreneur, speaker, coach, or rising changemaker, this episode will show you why being someone's fan may be the most

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#157: Emotional Anesthesia: How High Performers...

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2025/12/02

The Trauma Behind the Drive High performers are celebrated for their discipline, resilience, and drive—but few talk about the emotional cost of constantly operating in survival mode. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dr. Stephanie Byerly to expose a hidden crisis among leaders: emotional anesthesia—the quiet numbing that happens when unresolved trauma meets relentless achievement. Dr. Byerly is a physician, neuroanesthesiologist, and longtime academic

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#156: Wellness Mini-Series Part 3: Why Vitamin D...

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2025/11/27

Wellness Mini-Series: Why Vitamin D Is the Hidden Cause Behind Seasonal Affective Disorder With Co-Host Josh Rimany If you've been feeling tired, unmotivated, or emotionally heavy; especially during the fall and winter — this episode uncovers a powerful and often overlooked reason: vitamin D deficiency. Welcome to Part 3 of our Wellness Mini-Series with functional medicine expert and pharmacist Josh Rimany, founder of Beyond the Pills and creator of the Wellness Made Simple Kits. Today we break

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#155: Wellness Mini-Series Part 2: The...

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2025/11/27

Wellness Mini-Series: Why Omega-3s Are the Key to Lower Stress & Less Inflammation With Co-Host Josh Rimany If you've been feeling inflamed, mentally foggy, or emotionally off, this episode uncovers a powerful — and often forgotten — solution: omega-3 fatty acids. Welcome to Part 2 of our Wellness Mini-Series with functional medicine expert and pharmacist Josh Rimany, founder of Beyond the Pills and creator of the Wellness Made Simple Kits. Today we break down why omega-3s are essential for brain

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