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The Confident Podcast

The Confident Podcast

The Confident Podcast with host Lisa Tarkington, a certified coach, keynote speaker, and leadership strategist.Lisa brings her contagious energy, real conversations, and the signature leadership support to help you navigate the mindset, strategy, and habits required to have confidence in today’s world.Whether you’re navigating imposter syndrome, facing a tough transition, or simply ready to grow, you’ll find motivation, clarity, and the confidence to lead yourself and others well. Each episode

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56:58

EP 220 | Building Confident Female Athletes with MSU...

The Confident Podcast ·

2026/03/24

The loudest voice in your life is rarely the wisest one and for athletes and leaders right now, the noise is constant. In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Kelsay, head coach of Michigan State University volleyball. We talk about pressure, confidence, and the question that keeps coming up for high performers: whose opinion matters and how do you keep the rest out? Kristen shares the real path to becoming a Big Ten head coach, from getting a rare opportunity at 22 to returning to MSU with...

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65:40

EP 219 | From NFL Star To Psychologist: Julius Thomas...

The Confident Podcast ·

2026/03/10

What if you could chase big goals without burning out your brain, your team, or your life? I sit down with Julius Thomas, former NFL Pro Bowler turned Health Psychologist and founder of Optimal Performance Systems, to map a science-backed path to sustainable high performance. His story starts with a leap: walking away from the NFL at 30 to pursue a doctorate and build evidence-based systems that help people win without losing themselves. We unpack some amazing things such as The 4 R's, the 5...

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56:32

EP 218 | Stop Performing, Start Living: Even When It...

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2026/02/24

Ever feel like you’re performing your life instead of actually living it? I sit down with best-selling author and keynote speaker, Judi Holler to unpack the courage it takes to stop pleasing, start trusting yourself, and make space for a truer version of success. From her decade-by-decade journey, Judi shows how small brave experiments compound into identity shifts. We dig into why “make it till you make it” beats “fake it till you make it,” and how to jump with a parachute: savings, skills,...

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60:16

EP 217 | Beyond the Court: How Grand Rapids Rise...

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2026/02/10

Confidence doesn’t show up on command...it is the training that goes on behind the scenes through preparation, risk, and relentless attention to detail. In this episode, I sit down with Cathy George, head coach and Mike Gawlik, associate head coach of the Grand Rapids Rise, a women's professional indoor volleyball team to unpack how pros build confidence, why team energy can swing matches, and what it takes to grow a startup franchise into a contender. We explore mental versus ph...

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45:43

EP 216 | Pauses, Pivots, And The Power Of...

The Confident Podcast ·

2026/01/27

What if growth finally clicked the moment you stopped gripping the wheel? I sit down with Sarah Fechter, owner of Sarah Fechter Fitness, a global online coaching and premium in-person training business to unpack how real change happens. Throughout this episode, we get honest about the parts of leadership most folks skip: learning to lead humans, not tasks; investing in mentors earlier; and helping teammates see their vision inside yours. We share practical tools you can use today like always ...

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32:25

EP 215 | 6 Lessons In Leadership & Confidence From...

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2026/01/13

Ready to trade performative hustle for focused power? We kick off 2026 by unpacking six hard-won leadership lessons drawn from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour—then translating them into simple moves you can use this week. From truly operating in your zone of genius to leading with emotional clarity, this conversation is a practical blueprint for confidence that compounds. We start with alignment: why the Year of the Horse energy—boldness, flow, freedom—matters, and how a short holiday reset changed...

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29:24

EP 214 | Why Successful People Have Coaches (And What...

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/12/09

Most people talk about coaching like it’s a luxury or a nice-to-have. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what actually changes when you work with a coach. The before-and-after that happens internally, strategically, and professionally. If you’ve ever wondered: “Why do successful people have coaches?” “Is coaching really worth the investment?” “Will it actually help me grow?” …this is the episode you needed. I’m sharing: The real reasons leaders stay...

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27:11

EP 213 | Why Perspective Matters: The Skill That...

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2025/11/25

In this episode, Lisa Tarkington breaks down one of the most underrated skills: perspective. She shares a personal story that reveals how quickly our minds create narratives, why perspective influences everything—from our reactions to our relationships—and what happens when we don’t have it. You’ll learn how perspective impacts problem-solving, emotional regulation, confidence, communication, and growth, plus the frustration of having perspective when others around you don’t. If you’ve ever s...

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41:51

EP 212 | How do you handle feedback?

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/11/11

Let’s be honest, everyone says they want feedback until they actually get it. In this episode, I’m diving into why feedback feels so personal, how to take it without getting defensive, and how to give it in a way that builds trust instead of tension. We’ll talk about: Why feedback triggers us (and what it’s really reflecting back) The difference between opinions and growth-centered feedback What accountability actually looks like when the mirror turns toward youIf you’ve ever ...

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28:28

EP 211 | Books That Changed My Leadership Journey...

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2025/10/28

Lisa dives into one of her favorite topics, growth through learning. From the books that have shaped her leadership to the insights that have stretched her mindset, she shares her personal takeaways from some of today’s most powerful reads. Lisa opens up about her own evolution from post-college burnout to becoming a lifelong learner and how reading, coaching, and continuous development have fueled both her personal and professional success. You’ll hear about the titles that shifted her think...

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26:09

EP 210 | Trust the Rope, Trust Yourself: Adventures...

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2025/10/08

Have you ever been at the edge, heart pounding, palms sweaty, knowing you have to go first? In this episode of The Confident Podcast, host Lisa Tarkington takes you on a journey through some of her most defining adventures from bungee jumping in New Zealand, skydiving at 14,000 feet, hiking solo, and even navigating life’s quieter challenges like tough conversations and major life changes. Through each story, Lisa reveals what these moments taught her about leadership, courage, and confidence...

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36:02

EP 209 | In the ZONE: The Method for Working Smarter,...

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2025/09/23

What if the reason you’re tired, overworked, or stuck has nothing to do with how hard you’re working and everything to do with where you’re working from? In this episode, Lisa introduces a brand-new method she created to help leaders and high achievers find clarity, protect their energy, and finally move forward with purpose. It’s the framework that changed how she works, coaches, and leads and it might just do the same for you. You’ll walk away with fresh insights, honest reflection, and a t...

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40:02

EP 208 | Becoming Parents with Confidence (and a Lot...

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/09/09

After a season away from the mic to welcome their son into the world, Lisa returns to The Confident Podcast with a very special guest her husband, Marc. Together, they open up about one of life’s biggest transitions: becoming parents for the first time. In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa and Marc share the highs and lows of pregnancy, birth, and navigating those first months of parenthood while juggling careers, emotions, and a brand-new rhythm of life. From private choices during pregnancy...

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14:07

EP 207 | Dear Future Me (A Letter Before the Pause)

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2025/05/13

Have you ever felt the pressure to keep going when everything in your body is telling you to pause? You're not alone. In a letter to future herself, our host Lisa Tarkington, talks how she plans to prepare for maternity leave and a temporary podcast hiatus. This isn't a goodbye – it's a transformation in progress. Whether you're navigating parenthood, career transitions, or simply feeling burnout creeping in, this episode offers a gentle reminder that your identity isn't tied to what you pro...

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25:40

EP 206 | The Freedom of Being Unimpressive

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/05/06

Have you ever felt exhausted from constantly trying to impress people? That heavy feeling where your worth becomes tied to your impact, your confidence dependent on applause, and your authenticity lost in the performance? You're not alone. In this episode, our host, Lisa Tarkington, pulls back the curtain on what true confidence really looks like - and why it might be the opposite of what we've been taught. She shares the story of her summer of 2021, when she experienced a profound sense of ...

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30:08

EP 205 | Embracing the Pivot: How to Find Confidence...

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/04/29

What if the clarity you're desperately seeking only comes after you take the leap? In this deeply personal episode, Lisa Tarkington reflects on seven years of podcast evolution while unpacking the complex emotions surrounding change and transition. Lisa identifies the subtle signs your professional life might be calling for transformation: dreading tasks that once energized you, feeling persistent heaviness, or catching yourself daydreaming about different paths. She also explores pers...

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36:47

EP 204 | Breaking the Patterns That Hold Us Back

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2025/04/22

What if the biggest obstacle to your dream career isn't your skills or experience, but the limiting beliefs you've carried for years without realizing it? Stacey Gorin, an executive coach at Ernst & Young, spent 20 years climbing the corporate ladder at IBM before discovering her true calling, then another decade actively pursuing it. Her journey reveals a truth many of us face: we often follow paths that don't align with our core values, strengths, or passions. The breakthrough moment c...

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34:29

EP 203 | The Power of Integrity: How to Stay True to...

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2025/04/15

"I lost myself this year. I let everybody else's opinions dictate how I lived my life." Those tearful words from a friend struck me deeply because we've all felt that painful disconnect between who we are and who others expect us to be. In this episode, I dive into the struggle of maintaining your integrity when the world is shouting its opinions at you. Drawing from my own recent battles with self-doubt and the pressure to conform, I share how even as a confidence coach, I've lost sle...

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34:44

EP 202 | The Confidence Formula: 9 Daily Habits That...

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/04/09

What if your biggest what-if wasn't about failure, but about success? This transformational question lies at the heart of confidence-building, as we explore the fundamental truth that confidence isn't innate—it's a skill carefully crafted through daily habits and mindset shifts. Perhaps most powerful is the mindset shift from "what if I fail?" to "what if it works?"—a simple yet profound reframing that transforms energy, creativity, and possibility thinking. Through personal stories and prac...

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42:40

EP 201 | Navigating Postpartum, Business & Marriage:...

The Confident Podcast ·

2025/04/01

Have you ever found yourself sobbing, wondering how you ended up so far from the life you actually want? That's exactly where Dr. Nona found herself—a successful business owner with 13 employees, a new baby, and a marriage that wasn't working. Despite checking all the boxes of conventional success, she was deeply unhappy. In this raw and transformative conversation, Dr. Nona shares her journey from that rock-bottom moment to completely rebuilding her life around an authentic vision. After im...

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