We have had another amazing year and another amazing season of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast. Thank you to all our guests and a HUGE thank you to all our listeners.  This podcast really is a labour of love and we truly LOVE being able to bring you these interviews and this information. Have a wonderful Xmas and we hope 2024 is the year that you become the confident woman you have always wanted to be. Remember, we are here to support you in any way we can. Love Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

Self-Doubt is something we all have to deal with at times and, although it is normal to have feelings of self-doubt, it doesn’t make it any less debilitating.  In today’s episode we take a good hard look at the very nature of self doubt, understand its roots and the impact it can have on our lives.  Join us as we discuss:  - What self-doubt truly is and why it creeps into our daily lives;  - How you can harness self-doubt and reframe it to work for you;  - 3 important techniques that will equip you to be resilient against its power.  As you grow in life and push the boundaries of your comfort zone, you WILL feel elements of self-doubt so make sure you’re ready for it.  x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women 

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Randi Roberts, an accomplished executive and career coach, and dive into empowering conversations that will elevate you in your career and your professional journey. Randi helps professionals become re-energised by their work and attain career fulfillment without compromising what matters most.  We discuss:  why women should taking control of their professional lives and steer their careers with intention;  how women can actively position themselves to make strategic decisions that drive their success forward;  the tendency for women to downplay their achievements;  how to amplify your visibility and influence in your professional role, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and valued, and  the one thing women miss when making career decisions.  This episode will give you a fresh perspective on career empowerment and insights into some practical tips that will inspire you to not only take the wheel but navigate your career journey with purpose and confidence. x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women

So many of us deal with unexpected things that happen or change or adversity... and we have to be able to pivot quickly and adjust. This week we interview and incredible woman who has done just that!  Bethany tells us how she navigated adversity, changed her life and created a thriving business. Bethany talks to us about: - postpartum depression;  - the sudden death of her partner;  - how she managed through the adversity of becoming a widow when her children were young;  - how the people around us make a significant impact on how we cope; - what keeps her going; - how focussing on the small things helped her be grateful; - the skills she worked on to help her build her business; - how to learn to deal with the 'No', and - her favourite confidence tools! This episode is inspirational and has something for everyone. X Jodie & Anastasia

This week Jodie speaks with an incredible woman – Leah Hadley – who is the founder of Great Lakes Divorce and Financial Solutions.  Leah is a nationally recognized financial empowerment expert and an award-winning financial planner who is on a mission to provide women compassionate financial guidance before, during and after a divorce to help them secure financial confidence and independence.  In this episode, we discuss:  - why we (as women) MUST be across our own finances and our financial future;  - how women can access the financial information they need;  - the most important step a woman can take to increase her financial confidence;  - why we want to be realistic about where we are emotionally in the divorce process so we can make objective financial decisions rather than emotional ones;  - the common mistakes women make after divorce that can cost them a lot of money;  - the important thing you must consider if you’re divorcing a narcissist;  - how to ensure you know who you are around money and be able to communicate that; and  - the keys to keep your budget in check after the divorce is over.  There’s nothing more freeing than being in charge of our finances and being able to make our own choices about the future and this episode will help you do just that.  Whether your going through divorce, should be going though a divorce (wink) or helping a friend through a divorce… this episode will give you great tips on what to consider and how to take back your power. x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women Leah Hadley - Great Lakes Financial Solutions

Join Jodie as she interviews Belinda Clemmensen, where they discuss the power that women’s voices have in the world.  Belinda’s focus is Leadership and Organisational Development for women, she is the author of the incredible book ‘Women, Leadership and Saving the World’ and the founder of the Women’s Leadership Intensive. She also co-created Paddle to a Cure, which is a women-led series of sea kayaking expeditions for women living with breast cancer.  Belinda really is an inspiring thought leader and a champion for all women and you will get so much out of this interview. X Jodie & Anastasia www.RiSeWomen.com    

Join Jodie and Anastasia on this not-to-be-missed episode, where they discuss damaging and destructive opinions, and what you can do to stop them from derailing your life. This conversation is a game-changer because the reality is, we are ALL surrounded by opinions... all day... every day. Our own, society’s, our friends and family’s – wherever you turn, there are opinions coming at you and sometimes, it’s hard to know what to do when everyone’s voice is buzzing in your ear. In this episode, you’ll discover the truth about opinions, how to distinguish the good from the bad, and 2 easy but effective techniques to stop them from influencing your decisions and taking over your life. Jodie & Anastasia  x RiSe Women

Join Jodie and Anastasia as they kick off a new season of the Secrets of Confident Women podcast.  In the first episode of 2023, they discuss one of the biggest challenges faced by women in the workplace today - why women don’t speak up in meetings and what to do about it. Join this game-changing conversation to discover the 3 main reasons why women are not speaking up in the workplace, and the most practical techniques to work through these challenges and make sure your voice is always heard. Jodie & Anastasia  x RiSe Women risewomen.com

This is our favourite episode of the year! Our final compilation episode is SO inspirational and full of all the best bits from our interviews this year. Join us as we discuss: ✅ our highlights of 2022 and the episodes that made the biggest impact on us; ✅ the incredible range of topics we discussed with the most amazing group of women; ✅ the amazing confidence boosting tips, tricks and techniques shared throughout the year (and why it’s ALWAYS better to get tips from REAL women). This episode really does have everything you need to finish off the year on a high! You’ll want to listen to over and over again. And finally, a BIG thank you to all of our listeners out there in podcast-land! We love knowing that you’re out there and we hope our podcast helps you work towards being the confident woman we know you were born to be. Jodie & Anastasia   xx Rise Women

This week, we interview Executive Coaches Brenda Wensil & Kathryn Heath - two incredible women who have coached over 800 women over the span of their careers, and who have joined forces to write the amazing book - "I Wish I'd Known This - 6 Career Accelerating Secrets for Women Leaders." This episode is jam-packed full of practical techniques that any woman will find helpful as she focuses on taking her career to the next level.   x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com   

Rebecca Warren is a Naturopath, Clinical Nutritionist, Lecturer and super-smart woman when it comes to anything health or hormone related. This is an amazing episode that is filled with practical tips, fascinating information and will help you get your health and hormones back on track. x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

This week Jodie & Anastasia discuss how to confidently manage stress and break bad habits, and help you get your life back on track when you’re feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. In this episode you’ll learn:  why ‘busyness’ leads to stress, and stress leads to counterproductive and damaging default habits;  how stress manifests itself in everyday real life and how to distinguish between good and bad stress;  why you absolutely must learn how to take yourself from ‘problem-mode’ to ‘solution-mode’ if you want to reduce stress in your life;  what’s going on in your head when you stress, and which crucial decision-making part of your brain is hijacked when your stress levels increase;  our simple but effective 3-step process to manage stress, and stop it from destroying your happiness and taking over your life;  our added BONUS step, that brings it all together and gives you the best chance of success;  the anatomy of a habit and how disrupting it can make ALL the difference.  As a society and as individuals, it feels like we’ve never been busier, and feelings of overwhelm and exhaustion have almost become engrained in our DNA. So, there’s never been a better time to learn how to manage your stress levels and break your bad habits, if you want to intentionally and happily start living the life you want.  And remember to share this one with all your friends, because we know there’s something in here for everyone!  Jodie & Anastasia  x  RiSe Women You can read the transcript of this stress and habits episode on our website.

Join Anastasia as she interviews the inspiring and adventurous Robyn Flemming – a self-employed freelance editor, the author of ‘Skinful: a Memoir of Addiction’ and a global nomad. Robyn’s raw self-awareness, unique perspectives and authentic stories will transport you to a world filled with adventure, struggle and self-discovery. x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

Join Jodie as she interviews the incredible Lizzy Cangro – an expert nutritionist and wellness coach, and the author of ‘Reclaim the Rebel’ – as they discuss the rebellious acts needed to achieve unconditional self-love, enhanced body image, and an inevitable increase in confidence.   x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women - Confidence for Women  

This week, Anastasia interviews our founder, Jodie Bruce-Clarke about what it means to her to turn 50 this week.  It's insightful, honest, funny and packed full of valuable advice. x Jodie & Anastasia Rise Women

What an incredible interview we have for you this week!  Join Anastasia as she interviews Clare Rowe, an Educational and Developmental Psychologist, the Principle of Rowe & Associates and an amazing woman who actually changed the course of Anastasia’s life.  Clare helps both children and parents, she specialises in challenging behavioural difficulties and has the firm belief that children and families should NOT be in long term therapy. In fact, she goes so far as to say that, in the vast majority of cases, parents are the BEST therapists for children. Join Anastasia and Clare as they discuss:  the point in Anastasia’s life where she and Clare met, and the insights that have helped her parent her children ever since;  valuable tips on how to navigate a divorce or family break-up, and managing the lack of parenting-confidence that often arises in these situations;  Clare’s observations from her many clients, about the biggest influences on parenting today and the recurring themes she often sees;  Clare’s ‘pink elephant’ exercise and how it relates to managing your thoughts;  Clare’s go-to technique for managing self-doubt and fear, for both parents and children;  what Clare’s learned from all her years of helping families, that’s made her the confident woman she is today;  the quote that Clare lives by, that resonates with everyone, from 5 years old to adulthood. And there’s SO much more! This episode is informative, insightful, inspiring and even a little emotional at times.  We know that EVERY woman will find something valuable in this conversation. AND we know that this is definitely one that needs to be shared over and over again.  Enjoy! Jodie & Anastasia  x RiSe Women  

Yes! She’s back! Jodie is thrilled to be RE-interviewing Lorna Hollinger!  Lorna is an award-winning EFT Tapping Practitioner but this time, we’re asking her all about her brand-new best-selling book – Thank God He’s Gone - The Smart Woman’s Guide to Getting Back Your Personal Power and Reclaiming Your Confidence.  In this fun and inspiring episode, Jodie and Lorna discuss the healing process after a relationship breakdown and so much more.  Join them to learn all about:  recognising triggers, seeing what you need to address in a relationship and figuring out what requires healing from a previous relationship;  forgiveness and why it’s often the most difficult leg of the journey, because it means you need to own the part you played and stop being a victim;  the crucial shift in perspective from ‘does he like ME?’ to ‘do I like HIM?’;  knowing when to catch the constant dialogue that goes on in your head about who did what, and who’s to blame;  the incredible sentiment behind the statement that ‘Single is a valid lifestyle choice’ and the power that comes with accepting this.  You’ll LOVE this conversation, you’ll LOVE Lorna’s words of wisdom on how to heal after a relationship breakdown and we KNOW you’ll love the amazing energy and positivity that Jodie and Lorna have whenever they get together.  And don’t forget to share this episode with all of the incredible women in your life who might need a little help getting back their personal power and reclaiming their lives. We know they’ll love it too!  Jodie & Anastasia  x RiseWomen.com Our Ultimate Confidence Course is a game-changer, with over 4 hours of valuable content, 15+ practical confidence building techniques, and a supportive community.  Find out more at - https://www.risewomen.com/confidence-course/   

Join Jodie as she interviews the incredible Niccii Kugler - founder of Nash & Banks, a curated online platform and flagship Sydney store, which helps people discover ethical brands and sustainable solutions. During this insightful conversation, you’ll learn : - how change for the better begins with one single imperfect step in the right direction, that we can all take; - how starting her own business was a natural progression for Niccii and why this particular path appealed to her; - why ownership and accountability are key to developing your confidence and achieving personal growth and development; - why it’s so important for us to model confidence for our children, but also, why it’s equally important to learn from them every day;  - how her business was born from a time when Niccii was feeling isolated and a bit lost, and how her husband’s insights and encouragement turned it all around; - where Niccii’s inspiration came from, what ignited her passion, and the driving force behind Nash & Banks; - how Niccii faces challenges, surrounds herself with trusted advisors and gathers a wide range of perspectives to be able to pivot whenever she comes up against obstacles in business; - about bold moves, the foundations that lay beneath them and the value of ‘educated guesses’; - why launching your business when it’s ‘ready’... is too late, and why getting yourself motivated to launch when it’s ‘good enough’ is the way to go; - the real reason behind the need for the Nash & Banks flagship store in Sydney, which evolved from stalls at the markets, to a bricks & mortar store... during the lockdown; - all about the movement that Niccii supports and why she believes that many people doing something imperfectly, is SO much better than a few people doing something perfectly, especially when it comes to living ethically and sustainably; - why a little bit of fear in business is a good thing, and why the things that you’re afraid of, are the very things that will help your business grow. Both Niccii and her business are both an inspiration and something that the world really needs right now, so we KNOW you’ll love this episode and all of the nuggets of wisdom that come out of her conversation with Jodie.   Jodie & Anastasia Rise Women Want to be a more confident woman?  Check out our Online Confidence Course for Women and start learning the confidence techniques that will help you thrive!

In this game-changing episode, Jodie & Anastasia talk about all of the different types of guilt that women have to deal with on a daily basis, and how that guilt can manifest itself in their lives and their choices.  In this eye-opening episode, you’ll learn about:  the many MANY types of guilt that women face every single day, and why we put SO much pressure on ourselves to always get everything right;  the 3 choices you have when the guilt has become overwhelming (well, it’s 2 really... the 3rd one shouldn’t even be an option for confident women);  5 incredible, easy and life-changing techniques that you can start using TODAY to help you stop letting guilt control your life and your decisions;  How your brain works when it’s processing guilt, the neuroscience behind our techniques and why they absolutely work EVERY TIME;  why the elusive search for a perfect work-life balance is driving us all crazy, and what we can do about it;  how basic organisational and time management skills can help you beat the guilt when you start to procrastinate or you’re not achieving at the level that you want;  why saying NO with confidence, is one of the most useful things you’ll ever learn to do (plus, you can check out our “30+ ways to say NO” downloadable pdf at risewomen.com/free);  why comparison and social media are some of the biggest causes of guilt and feelings of inadequacy, and what you can do to stop it;  how belief in yourself is the connection between confidence and guilt and why you absolutely MUST reduce one to increase the other.   We loved this conversation and we can’t wait for you to hear it because we know there’s so much value in it for everyone.  So, if you’re tired of feeling guilty or inadequate and you want to take your confidence to the next level and stop letting the guilt control your life, then THIS is the episode for you.    Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women  

Join Jodie in this week’s inspiring conversation with Amy Eliza Wong - executive leadership coach, author and facilitator. Amy has devoted the last 20 years of her life to the study and practise of transformation and is a conversational intelligence certified coach who loves helping people find their truth and meaning.  In this fantastic episode, you’ll discover:  how the driving forces throughout her upbringing were kindness, hard-work and the right mindset and how her love of math and music transformed into a love of teaching, and brought her to where she is today;  Amy’s simple but empowering definition of true confidence, how it leads to freedom and why you need to CHOOSE confidence, instead of constantly trying to PROVE it;  how the fundamental and primal fear of rejection is processed by our brains and the ways that this can dictate the choices we make in life;  how acceptance of kindness and the realisation that everyone has their own struggles, really can change the world;  the series of questions that Amy asks her clients, to help them identify their fears and life obstacles, and help them move through and forward;  how fear of the unknown is one of the key factors that stop people from transforming their lives;  a simple and relatable breakdown of Carol Dweck’s incredible research on fixed vs growth mindset, and what this looks like in everyday life;  why you MUST avoid the destructive and disempowering practice of mapping your inherent self-worth to your output and outcomes, and how this is entirely counterproductive to having a true growth mindset;  how the fear of public speaking generates a surge of adrenaline that you should run TOWARDS, not away from, and the two words you MUST say to yourself to manage your nerves;  the difference between nerves and nervousness and what you can do to distinguish between the two and control your reactions before a presentation;  the 4 step process you MUST follow before public speaking, to find your focus and redirect your energy into your best presentation EVER. THIS EPISODE IS GAME-CHANGING! It’s got neuroscience, life transformation practices, techniques to boost your confidence and SO MUCH MORE. So, if you’re going to listen to only ONE podcast this week, make it this one. We know you won’t regret it.    Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women   **Click the link to access one of our MOST POWERFUL videos on FEAR - from the Ultimate Confidence Course for Women. **   Purchase Amy's Book - HERE

What a fantastic episode we have for you this week. Jodie speaks with Zandra Zuraw - an Interior Design coach and the host of the podcast ‘Style Matters’, about how to have the confidence to express who you are through design.  This conversation is so much fun and jam-packed full of ideas to help women with all forms of expression, to help them increase their confidence and get the most out of their homes.  Discover:  - why our homes MUST be a true expression of ourselves, especially now that they are the forum for both our personal and professional lives;  - how having a meaningful conversation, where you contribute AND intentionally listen, can truly boost your confidence and generate incredible connections;  - how her shift in perspective - from always feeling ‘unlucky’, to accepting responsibility and control over her life - changed EVERYTHING;  - how self-reflection and confidence in knowing what you love (and why you love it), is at the heart of everything Zandra does in design and helping people create the home they really want to live in;  - Zandra's tips on how to pick your favourite items in your home, play around with them, and create an environment and an experience that you’ll love EVERY DAY;  - Zandra's ‘Slow Style’ 4-part framework, which she uses to help her clients discover their inner-designer and be inspired to make the right design decisions for their home;  - why we need to keep our finger on the pulse of the different life-stages of our homes, to make sure we keep enjoying and celebrating them for many years and through many changes;  - how your home reflects your likes, your strengths and your passions back to you, whenever you look around;  - why we have to take this idea of ‘instant makeover’ off the table and take our time to design the home we truly want to live for.  This conversation really is full of so much wisdom, great advice and amazing tips and tricks that will help you to design your home AND create the confidence, self-expression and life you’ve always wanted.  Enjoy!  Jodie & Anastasia  xx  RiSe Women   Want more confidence? Start with our free resources. Go to FREE CONFIDENCE RESOURCES >>  

Join Jodie in this week’s episode where she interviews author and mindset coach Anne McKeown, who specialises in empowering women and helping them find success and happiness.  This conversation is so insightful and relatable especially for women approaching the big 5-0 milestone, so don’t miss this episode, where you’ll find out all about:  - how Anne’s NLP studies have shaped the way she coaches women to increase their confidence and live the life they’ve always wanted;  - how to shift your perspective to focus on your strengths and where your passions lie, to increase your confidence and acknowledge your uniqueness;  -  what Anne’s turning point in life was, and what she did to pivot, find her meaning and purpose, and move her life forward in the direction that she really wanted to go;  - how fear, doubt and hesitation almost stopped her from using her knowledge and talents to help other women;  - the NLP techniques she shared with her empowerment group, to help them thrive both personally and professionally, and also helped her to rediscover her own strengths;  - why feeling like a negative role model for her daughters led to the realisation that she needed to start walking her talk;  - the value of having a community to support and encourage you, particularly if you suddenly find yourself living the life of an isolated empty-nester;  - how fear of the unknown and uncertainty later in life, coupled with a change in hormones, is the perfect storm for a tumultuous period in life, and what it looks like on the other side of menopause;  - how the pressures and expectations of society, and a decline in respect for older women, have contributed to the fears and doubts experienced by so many women after 50;  - Anne’s ‘THINK’ methodology, to help you press the pause button on your brain, separate your thoughts from your feelings, and shift your mindset to avoid negative thoughts and behaviours;  - how to use your body to change your mind;  - an incredible tip for how to reset your mind’s clock at 50, and rediscover the joys, wonders and exploration of a child’s mind.  This is such a great topic for so many women who are feeling a little stuck in life, and who are looking for ways to boost their confidence and find meaning and purpose in their lives, no matter what their age or stage in life.  Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women   Confidence Coaching is an incredibly powerful way to get your confidence back on track so you can reach your goals.  You can sign up for a free 30 min Discovery Session with Jodie to see if it’s right for you. Go to - https://www.risewomen.com/confidence-coaching/

We are SO excited about this episode and we know you will be too, because it was so much fun to talk about, but also such an important skill for all of us to have.  Join Jodie and Anastasia on this episode of the Secrets of Confident Women podcast, where they discuss how to NOT take other people’s cr@p personally.  In this fun and insightful conversation, you’ll learn all about:  - why it’s CRUCIAL to have empathy for others if you want to STOP taking their cr@p personally;  - the fact that, no matter how much you THINK you know someone and what they’re going through, you never really do;  - what our automatic ‘default’ thought is, when we get advice we didn’t ask for, or an opinion we don’t like;  - what it looks like to get stuck in a downward spiral of miscommunication, overthinking and frustration;  - the true definition of empathy and how it relates to our relationships with others, on so many different levels;  - the confronting question you need to ask yourself when it comes to a lack of empathy, a miscommunication or a misunderstanding;  - our go-to technique for NEVER taking someone else’s cr@p personally (and yes, it always works!);  - why it’s SO important to be ready with YOUR go-to technique in your head, to deal with situations in the moment (because it’s just too hard to come up with a technique at the time that you really need it);  - the type of person you DON’T want to be, and how to prevent it;  - and so much more.  This really is a great conversation that will help you, your friends, your family, your colleagues and basically, ANYONE who has ever had to deal with someone else’s cr@p in their life.  And once you’ve listened to this episode, get in touch on our socials and share what techniques YOU use, to not take other people’s cr@p personally. We’d love to know! ;)  X Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women   Did you love this confidence tip?  We have plenty more in our Online Confidence Course for Women.  Learn more about it here - The Ultimate Confidence Course for Women

Welcome to this week’s podcast, where Anastasia speaks with a woman who has experienced fear and change in so many different settings.  In this episode, Anastasia speaks with Nore Hoogstad - a former diplomat, political advisor and press secretary, turned author, nutritional therapist and transformational coach.  Join Anastasia and Nore as they discuss:  - her experience whilst posted to Jakarta and East Timor in the turbulent late 1990’s and how they are portrayed through her debut novel Gunfire Lullabies;   - how she’s transitioned into an entirely new career as a nutritional therapist and transformational coach, and what it took to do that;  - the inextricable connection between your physical wellbeing your mental health and mindset and why you can’t have one without the other;  - why we need to stop ‘blaming’ ourselves for our mental health challenges and re-consider the concept of ‘You are what you eat.’  - the moral dilemma addressed in Gunfire Lullabies and throughout her experiences in Jakarta and East Timor - whether to do what’s right or what’s easy, the sense of duty over moral responsibilities;  - how your brain responds to all types of fear, and which confidence building techniques Nore used to manage her physical, mental and professional fears;  - an incredible breathing technique that Nore uses to manage the fight or flight state.    This episode addresses a number of different topics, with so many great insights and techniques that Nore has applied in many different social and professional settings, so we know there’ll be something in this conversation for everyone.    X Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women   **Rise Women has the best online workplace confidence training course!  It will help you deal with fear, push through any self-doubt and take your career to the next level.  Learning practical confidence techniques that work is the key. Learn more about our Online Workplace Confidence Training Course **

What an episode we have today, with not one, but TWO incredible women!  Our first guest is Kate Roeske-Zummer - with a background as an account manager in the advertising industry, Kate is currently coaching people and working with organisations around vulnerability-based leadership, to help remove roadblocks and increase productivity.  Our second guest is Debbie Cohen - a former teacher and leader in early childhood educations programs, who is fascinated by human growth and evolution, and now helps people and organisations transform by tapping into the power of human connection.  Join Jodie as she speaks with Kate and Debbie about how to be more productive, embrace change and become a better human.  This amazing and insightful interview takes a deep dive into:  - Kate and Debbie’s tips on how to instantly apply their practical and game-changing skills, straight after reading their book, Humanity Works Better;  - a new perspective on ‘winging it’ and why we ALL need to be doing it, if we want to move forward in our lives;  - why being brave and not worrying about ‘being right’ is one of the best ways to become self-expressed and boost your confidence;  - a transformational insight by Debbie around honouring your fundamental values through your behavior, and how this became her quiet foundation of confidence;  - why people should pause and reflect more often, on their values and behaviours, and intentionally live their truth;  - why people often equate vulnerability and authenticity in the workplace with weakness, and why this needs to change in order for people to become more ‘human’;  - how the fear of rejection often underlies the decisions that many people make in the workplace, which can lead to a toxic and unproductive environment;  -  which mindsets can hold you back from intentionally becoming a powerful and effective leader;  - how women can change the narrative of becoming more confident and powerful in the workplace, by creating meaningful connections;  - how working from home and the entire Covid experience has created a collective vulnerability that we can all connect on;  - the two fronts of career progression, and why you need to be able to attach ‘what you do’ to ‘why it matters;  - an incredible story about a children’s playground fence, and the impact it has on how people interact and relate to themselves and each other.    This episode is for EVERY woman who has ever craved a meaningful connection, and who KNOWS that being more ‘human’ in the workplace (and in life) can change absolutely EVERYTHING! Jodie & Anastasia  xx RiSe Women   ** Are self-doubt and fear holding you back from speaking up at work or applying for that promotion? Then our Confidence for Women in the Workplace course is for you.  Our online course will give you everything you need to skyrocket your confidence and take your career to the next level. **   

Divorce is hard, but it’s important that women emerge from divorce with confidence!  Join Jodie as she speaks with Karen McMahon - a Relationship and Divorce coach, host of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast, co-author, and creator of the Journey Beyond Divorce 12 step recovery program.  Unfortunately, many of us either go through a divorce at some stage, or know someone who has, so this conversation is really valuable to so many women.  Join Jodie and Karen, as they discuss:  - the 3 C’s you should aim for - Calm, Clear and Confident;  - how self-doubt, a sense of failure and a fear of the unknown gets people stuck in the ‘should I end or should I mend’ space;  - why ‘staying together for the children’ will often cause more damage than good;  - how our behaviours in a damaged marriage, will dictate and teach our children what ‘intimate love’ looks like;  - why external support and therapists are invaluable to help you in your journey to recovery and give you an outside perspective on toxic behaviours;  - how the best thing you can do is to let the outside world in, because they won’t be fooled by the behaviours you have become accustomed to;  - how to have full agency over everything you think, feel and say and set powerful boundaries with confidence;  - why speaking honestly, with kindness and compassion, is the best way to maintain healthy relationships;  - how keeping the focus on YOU is the key to getting through the 12-step program to a successful divorce;  - Step 7, which deals with how to rekindle confidence by managing all the ‘fear’ stories that come out of a divorce.  Hopefully, you’ll never need to use the amazing tips, tricks and insights that have come out of this conversation, but we know that there is someone in your world who needs them right now, so please feel free to share with your network.  Building your confidence WILL help you to manage the conflict and pain of a divorce, and also support you to emerge from divorce with confidence.   Because we know, With Confidence... ANYTHING is possible!  X Jodie & Anastasia  RiSe Women    If you want to learn more confidence techniques, the head over to our website and purchase our book on confidence – ‘Pumped – Confidence Techniques that will have you Standing Taller in the World’ – or purchase from your favourite book seller. 

Welcome back, to the Secrets of Confident Women podcast for 2022!  We’ve got an amazing episode to kick-start this season and help you make 2022 your best year yet.  Join Jodie and Anastasia as they discuss a topic that we could all use a little help with - how to scrap those boring and unrealistic goals, how to create powerful and lasting habits, and how to win in 2022!  In this practical and super-useful conversation, Jodie and Anastasia discuss:  - what a goal should REALLY look like if you want to be inspired and excited about it;  - 3 powerful elements of a goal that you can confidently put into action straight away;  - the skills and techniques you absolutely need to create the right goals for you, that can take your career, your business or your life to the next level;  - real-life examples of how to implement your new techniques, and personal stories that PROVE these techniques actually work;  - the key element you need to remember if you want to achieve and succeed in life;  - how to combat obstacles and set-backs to guarantee that the power of your goals will ALWAYS be stronger than the power of your excuses;  - why achieving your goals - whether they are big or small - will ALWAYS increase your confidence;  - and who you should turn to when you need a little help to make the magic happen.  There are SO many incredible insights and practical tips in this episode that we know you’ll love, so if you’re ready to up the stakes in 2022 and make this the year that you accomplish, achieve and win, then THIS episode is definitely for you.  We’re so excited to be back, bringing you everything you need to know to build your confidence and live the life you truly want because, as we always say...  With Confidence... ANYTHING is possible!  x Jodie & Anastasia   Let Jodie help you set, define and achieve your goals in 2022.  Her Confidence Coaching programs will take you from where you are to where you want to be in life plus help you build a strong foundation of confidence.  Read more about Confidence Coaching>>

Yay! We’ve made it through another year of the RiSe Women Secrets of Confident Women podcast, and what an INCREDIBLE year it’s been!  Of course, we’ve all had a challenging year for so many reasons, but every guest on our podcast brought something amazing to our lives and we’re SO happy to share the BEST and most insightful moments with you in our 2021 Wrap-Up episode.  In the last conversation of 2021, join Jodie and Anastasia to:  - find out what our most listened-to podcast for 2021 was;  - discover (or re-discover) amazing tips, tricks and techniques around nailing it in an interview, thriving through adversity, how to manage perfectionism and imposter syndrome and SO much more!  - explore some of the amazing ways that all of our incredible guests motivate themselves, to make intentional and lasting change in their lives;  - hear all the best answers to the question “What does Confidence mean to you?”  - discover Jodie and Anastasia’s highlights and the moment that brought Jodie to tears (literally);  - find out the main themes that we heard come up over and over again, in ALL of our interviews;  - listen to the best RiSe Women Power Question responses;  - celebrate the learning, growth and personal development that we’ve all experienced in the past year, with the help of these inspiring conversations.   If there’s one podcast episode you want to listen to, to finish off 2021 with a BANG, make it this one.  It will inspire and uplift you, and leave you feeling strong and empowered, and there’s no better way to start a new year, with new dreams and new aspirations.  From both of us at RiSe Women, enjoy the holiday break, spend time with loved ones, relax and recharge.  We can’t wait to come back bigger and better than ever in 2022, with even MORE amazing SECRETS OF CONFIDENT WOMEN.  But til then, always remember... Be YOU!  We like her BEST!   x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com

If you are feeling overwhelmed, overstressed, undervalued and unappreciated, then THIS episode is definitely for YOU! And it’s for EVERY woman whose default setting is stuck on BUSY!  In today’s episode, Jodie speaks with Becca Powers - a high-achieving and award-winning sales executive, and the author of the incredible new book ‘Harness your Inner CEO’.  Becca dropped out of college, became a single mum of two by 28, has worked for Fortune 500 giants, has won awards and managed teams and now she’s a motivational speaker who helps women prioritise themselves, rediscover their worth and become the CEO of their own lives.  Join Jodie and Becca in this candid and insightful conversation about:  - Becca’s powerful working mantra and how an ex-boss inspired the birth of her book title;  - how Becca’s life took a complete turn whilst she was on the bathroom floor;  - what a ‘sacrifice mindset’ is, how it led her to 2 anxiety disorders, an autoimmune disease and hair loss, and why ‘powering through’ is sometimes the worst thing you can do;  - why the life of your dreams shouldn’t come at an unsustainable price, and why women should NEVER have to choose between success and happiness;  - why learning to say NO is as awkward and uncomfortable as brushing your teeth with the other hand, but is CRUCIAL to reclaiming power and control over your life;  - Becca’s ‘unders and overs’ and the power of the word ‘AND’;  - how to wear many different hats at the SAME time (mum, corporate career woman, friend, etc), how to feel present in the moment and how to stop feeling guilty about it all;  - how to find the right order when it comes to prioritising yourself, your health and your well-being, and the difference between ‘structure’ and ‘rules’;  - how and why you MUST create your own fan club to stay confident and have a back-up plan when you start to second guess yourself;    This episode is incredibly powerful and sadly, one that we can ALL relate to because as women, most of us have been in a position of overwhelm, guilt and despair at some point in our lives.  So, if you’re feeling like you’re about to hit rock-bottom or you know what it feels like to ALWAYS be busy but still always feel like you’re not doing enough, then this is definitely the episode for you because Becca’s transformation WILL inspire and motivate you.    x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com    

If you’re a woman who LOVES empowering other women, then THIS is the episode for you!!!  Join Jodie as she interviews Jane Finette - the Founder and Executive Director of The Coaching Fellowship, a Certified Professional Coach and the author of Unlocked - How Empowered Women Empower Women.  Join Jodie and Jane in this inspiring interview, as they discuss:  - what research actually confirms about the real-life global benefits of women empowering women;  - how comparison and self-doubt led to insights about the type of leader she was and the type of leader she WANTED to be;  - why MEN also need to see, and be empowered by, women in leadership positions;  - why trying to be someone you’re not, and not aligning with your values, is like trying to hold a beach-ball under water - exhausting and pointless;  - the inspiration behind - Unlocked - and why Jane felt compelled to write a book about hope, positivity and empowerment, during a time when the world seems disillusioned and lost;  - why trust is crucial when it comes to empowerment, because your words and actions will have ripple effects that you may NEVER know about;  - why small daily and multiple acts of feminism are critical for female empowerment, because if you help one woman, you help ALL women;  - the frightening statistics related to the 36-year loss of progress for women in 2020 alone, due to the Covid 19 pandemic;  - Jane’s perspective on how to create and maintain your own confidence, and also how to help other women create and maintain theirs;  - why it’s SO important for women to end the secrecy, break the rules and talk about money (and share how to generate, manage, invest and increase it) to create financial independence.    This SUCH an amazing episode and so inspiring to listen to, because it gives us a great starting point from which to have these really powerful conversations about female empowerment, gender equality and positive progress.   x Jodie & Anastasia  RiseWomen.com   Connect with Jane  Website - The Coaching Fellowship LinkedIn - Jane Finette Purchase the Book - Unlocked    Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join Jodie and her exciting guest - Renie Cavallari - as they discuss something that we ALL struggle with (yes, YOU too!) - that incessant, taunting and destructive internal negative voice, or as Renie calls it - our Head Trash!  Renie is a speaker, an avid traveller, an aspiring jazz flutist, the CEO of a global transformational training company, the founder of the RCI Institute and the author of 6 books, one of which is titled ‘Head Trash - The Leading Killer of Human Potential’.  In today’s episode, Jodie and Renie take a deep dive into:  - the impact that our Head Trash has on our confidence and how it manipulates our ego, our emotions and our creativity;  - why she turned down a promotion AND quit from her high-flying corporate job.... on the same day;  - how our ego and other people’s thoughts influence our inner voice and our life choices and why some people can tap into their potential and others find it SO elusive;  - why connection is the key to being a better human being (find out more about this at @14:38);  - TPM - find out what it is and why Renie runs her company based on these 3 little letters;  - how the negative imprint from a Head Trash session after a presentation lasted for years, and still have her obsessed with what to wear at presentations - check it out @22:17;  - the actual definition of Head Trash @26:47;  - the sudden death of her brother when she was only 4 years old, and the imprints that this experience left on her @29:05;  - an alternative definition of compassion @35:00 which is SO relevant to the state of the world right now;  - a quick insight into the top 29 tools to help you manage your Head Trash @42.43;  - self-awareness and self-reflection - how your feelings and thoughts are interconnected, and how they both lead to your actions;  - discovering your BIG LIE and how that is the key to uncovering your true potential;  And there’s SO much more that this episode has in store for you. Renie is fantastic to listen to and we KNOW this conversation will give you so many A-HA moments and confidence insights.  Join Jodie and Renie and learn how to manage your Head Trash once and for all!  x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Renie Website - https://myheadtrash.com/ Discover Your BIG LIE™ Assessment - https://dumpheadtrash.com/resources/   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

This week, Jodie interviews women’s travel entrepreneur, empowerment leader and author of the fantastic new book - Tell Her She Can’t - Kelly Lewis. In this exciting conversation, Jodie and Kelly talk about: - Kelly’s book - Tell Her She Can’t - which includes the incredible stories of 35 women, who were told they couldn’t... but then DID;  - how an early childhood surrounded by abuse forced her to step up and be resilient, defiant and strong;  - how a conversation with her mother, when she was only 11 years old, drove her to become the creator of her own life;  - why always looking back on (and celebrating) your achievements is a great way to keep building your confidence;  - the strength and confidence that comes from travelling the world (especially on your own) and why it makes you feel unstoppable;  - why ‘I can’t’ is often code for ‘I’m scared’ and how that impacts your life;  - the sad reality of living your life fighting against other people’s limiting beliefs and learning to trust your own passion and abilities instead;  - how to remove the block-makers (aka the ‘naysayers’) from your life, to live your best and most self-expressed life and why finding ‘stillness’ is so important;  - how they both started their personal development journeys from the SAME starting point;  - AND... the special story behind the dedication in Kelly’s book (it even made Jodie tear-up);  Kelly has an incredible attitude towards control over your life and building your confidence and we know this interview will give you some really great feel-good a-ha moments.  Enjoy!  Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join Jodie as she interviews Lauren Yeates - celebrity interviewer, entertainment reporter and the owner of Rave It Up, an Australian-owned platform and podcast that provides Celebrity News, Reviews and Interviews.   In this great conversation that showcases Lauren’s incredible transformation, Jodie and Lauren discuss:  - how Lauren began her journey and her business in interviewing celebrities (it all started with her number one Justin Bieber fan club and the Justice Crew);  - how she went from really caring what other people thought, to growing her confidence to a point where she couldn’t care less;  - why living within the boundaries of her comfort zone was holding her back, and which event she attended at 15 years old, that changed her life forever;  - how insights and a-ha moments can propel you forward and change the course of your life in ways you could never imagine;  - Lauren’s toolbox of techniques to help her break-away from her shy-girl persona and be the confident woman she always wanted to be;  - the power that social media has over us, and how to create healthier online habits;  - how she boosts her confidence before a celebrity interview and what she does to make sure she has  prepared the best questions possible;  - why you need to own, and really feel, ALL your emotions (yes, even the bad ones) if you want to be able to work through them;  This inspiring interview with a fun and insightful woman will be a great way to get yourself into a really positive headspace, so make sure you don’t miss this one (and don’t forget to share it with all your friends)!  x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Lauren Website: www.raveituptv.com Facebook: @raveitupshow Instagram: @raveituptv   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

So, if you’re an Aussie, you’ll know that... in Sydney, we’re well and truly into our 3rd month of continuous lockdown at the time that this episode was recorded. We’re all losing our minds, we’re cleaning out cupboards we didn’t even know we had, and we’re spending waaaay too much time on social media. Which means, we’re opening ourselves up to the horrifying Comparison Syndrome.  Yep - every time you look at what some else has, is doing, or has achieved and you compare it to what YOU have, are doing or have achieved, you are suffering from Comparison Syndrome.... and it needs to STOP!  Join Jodie and Anastasia in this episode where they have a really insightful, open and honest conversation about what Comparison Syndrome looks like and what you can do to stop it.    You’ll learn:  - what Comparison Syndrome really is, why we ALL suffer from it (yes, you too!) and how it can affect every aspect of our lives;  - what the opposite of Comparison Syndrome is and why you’re DEFINITELY better off doing that instead;  - a great story about when Jodie realised she was suffering from Comparison Syndrome, while she was actually lecturing her son about not doing the same thing;  - why comparing your journey to someone else’s is actually counter-productive, completely demotivating and just a complete waste of time;  - how badly comparison damages your confidence and why it’s NEVER apples vs apples when you’re comparing yourself to someone else;  - why you should pretend to be an elite athlete and ALWAYS strive for your own PB;  - and.... 5 fantastic confidence-building techniques that will help you to stop comparing INSTANTLY!    This episode WILL help you with lockdown, with social media comparisons and with your life in general, because it will teach you EXACTLY what you need to do to stop comparison and just get on with living your best life possible.  So, join Jodie and Anastasia and stop Comparison Syndrome once and for all!    Jodie & Anastasia  x www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

What a fun new episode we have for you!  Join Jodie this week as she interviews health journalist, tv presenter, magazine contributor, mum, parallel-parking champion and author of “The Bad Girl’s Guide to Good Better” - Casey Beros.  In this funny and colourful interview, Jodie and Casey have a fantastic conversation about:  - how her curiosity has led her to become a conduit between customers and clinicians, to help people navigate the science-heavy information people often receive when it comes to their health;  - how she helps people distinguish between opinions and scientific and medical reality, especially in the current climate of social-media led gullibility;  - why being in someone’s life... and allowing others into your life... is a privilege, and not to be taken lightly;  - why having nerves before doing something important is CRUCIAL to perform at your best;  - why she’s terrified about the idea of her life ending too soon and the fact that life is too short to waste any more time carrying around your mistakes;  - how she incorporates perspective, gratitude and regular reality checks into her day-to-day life because.... the past cannot be re-written, so the best option is to bring your ‘old’ selves with you;  - research-based data on the number of serious secrets people carry around with them at any given time (this will definitely surprise you);  - why you need to separate WHAT you’ve done from WHO you are and why it’s futile to worry about worrying;  - Casey’s take on the 4 A’s of Anxiety (you’ll find theses at @25.45) and how the 3rd A is actually a good one;  - a great analogy about comparison syndrome and why it’s just like buying a house;  - Casey’s 2 top tips about how to stop worrying about what other people think;  - why you might never have the friendships out of Sex & the City, and that’s ok (even scientific research says so).   This really is one of the best conversations EVER with a woman who is her own biggest critic AND fan! And she can teach you why you should be too.  It’s funny, it’s insightful, it’s raw and it has great energy so make sure you take 46mins out of your time this week and join Jodie and Casey for a BFF chat that you won’t regret.   Jodie & Anastasia  x www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

If you’re looking for a story about courage and confidence through unbelievable adversity to inspire and amaze you, then this week’s episode is for you.  Angie Chaplin has had a rough run - through despair, addiction, the loss of her job, the death of a close friend and the end of her marriage, there’s not much about pain and suffering that Angie hasn’t recently experienced. But her story is so much more than that.  Despite the chaos of all her experiences, in addition to moving to a new city, a health crisis, career changes and a failed suicide attempt, Angie prevailed - with a sense of strength and determination that is almost superhuman. With an amazing achievement of 505 days sober at the time of this episode, Angie has learnt how to turn obstacles into opportunities, and is now the proud founder and owner of Mindful Leadership, an inspiring coaching and consulting practice. She’s a speaker, a coach and an educator, and in this episode, Jodie and Angie have an eye-opening conversation about:  - self-awareness and why it’s key to managing isolation;  - how a loss of self can lead to a series of dangerous, destructive and unhealthy coping mechanisms;  - why your behaviours should always align with your values, how to achieve this and how forgiveness of yourself will always help you to move forward;  - how addiction was used to numb the pain and memories, but why it was a pointless exercise every time;  - why it actually took 5 hospitalisations, a week in intensive care and 2 options from a straight-talking doctor, to realise the absolute severity of the situation;  - the importance of intentionally and creatively looking for connections and positive influences when trying to heal or manage during challenging times;  - why you should never be afraid to admit that you’re stuck or overthinking, if you have the right people around you to turn to for feedback, help or guidance;  - how leadership exists at every level in life and why you don’t need to be a CEO to be a leader - ‘Leadership is everyday people making extraordinary things happen.’  - why preparation, self-awareness and surrounding yourself with the right people, are the key elements to maintaining high levels of confidence;  - why identifying, acknowledging and owning feelings of negative thinking and self-doubt, will always help you work through them, if you want to achieve;  - Angie’s # 1 tip for how to recognise personal addiction and start on the journey towards healing and recovery;   This really is a great conversation with insightful tips from a woman who’s seen it all and has emerged from the despair and darkness, in the most positive, self-aware and confident way. She’s taken back control of her life and turned it into something incredible and happy.   So, if lockdown or any other life-challenges are testing you at the moment and holding you back from living your best life possible, tune in to this episode and let Angie teach you about the healthy coping mechanisms which took her from addiction and despair.... to strength and confidence!   Jodie & Anastasia  x www.RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

What an uplifting and fantastic 60 minutes we have in store for you! This is an hour of your life you’ll want to relive over and over again.  Join Jodie as she interviews the incredibly vibrant and inspiring Heather Miller - the founder of The Kindness Hub, a social engineer and speaker, 2016’s NSW Local Woman of the Year and SO much more.  Heather consults for leading universities, has trekked through the Himalayas and has a strong passion for youth development. Her life trajectory changed after meeting an incredible woman on a flight, and her journey started at just 15 years old, when she used her pocket money to create Kindness Postcards for her neighbourhood. And NOW... she’s impacted over 10,000 young people in 20 different countries, at only 26 years old!!  Join Jodie and Heather for their insightful conversation about:  - the impact of the tiny little ripples that each individual makes in the world and why she thinks of herself as a volcano (did you know confidence = lava? Find out why (@ 8:15);  - why choosing to dive into something she’s afraid of, ALWAYS makes her feel most confident;  - Heather’s 3 hot tips on how to communicate with confidence, to help you listen to understand, not respond (@14:51 - you don’t want to miss these);  - why you should intuitively listen to your body as much as your mind, when you need help making a decision;  - how the ‘monkey-see, monkey-do’ mentality applies to parenting teens and why we just need to trust them and give them the autonomy they are craving;  -  the # 1 MOST asked question by parents during a Q & A session at one of her youth programs (check this out @28:55);  - why negotiation is SO valuable when communicating with your teen (as opposed to straight disciplinary action) and how it helps to foster a deeper understanding;  - the power of following the RIGHT hashtags, and how to fill your feed AND your life with all the best feels;  -  the tear-jerking story @ 38:15, when Heather made a woman at a train station cry.    Heather really is a kindness warrior, and you’ll feel it yourself as you listen to her speak about what’s important to her, what drives her to spread kindness far and wide, and her mission to make kindness a universal habit (starting with her 4-month Kindness Tour around Australia, funded by YOU).  This is one of those feel-good episodes jam-packed with SO many great tips, tricks and techniques and the kindness and positive energy oozing through this conversation is infectious.  Trust us, you DON’T want to miss this... or her funny shark story (and tombstone inscription) starting @46:14 ;)  x Jodie & Anastasia RiSeWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join Jodie as she interviews Dr Margaret Rutherford PhD - host of The Self Work podcast, author of the book Perfectly Hidden Depression, and a psychologist with 25 years’ worth of professional experience.  The need to be (or APPEAR to be) perfect can become a chronic issue for so many women,  so we know you’ll all find this so valuable. Perfectionism often leads to self-criticism, stress, anxiety, fear of failure and can also often be a mask for depression, so if you’ve EVER felt any of these emotions, then THIS is the episode for you.  In this episode, Jodie and Dr Margaret have an amazingly insightful conversation on perfectionism and how it can affect our confidence. They share funny stories, real-life insights and invaluable information on:  - how she went from a singer of jingles to a battered womens’ shelter volunteer to a psychologist... in the space of 9 years;  - a fantastic technique on how to label and manage anxiety, to stop it from crippling you in your day-to-day life;  - why you need to discover the inherent difference between “the swimmer who is trying to beat her best time in the pool, and the swimmer who constantly has her eye on the next lane, and is wondering if she is going to win.”  - how constructed or goal oriented perfectionism (aka winning) can be so destructive to our confidence... if we CHOOSE to stay there;  - why the voices in your head are often NOT your own;  - why identifying elements of choice and joy in your decisions, is SO crucial to your confidence and your happiness;  - why learning to say NO can sometimes lead to feelings of shame and guilt, and how to manage this (and understand where it comes from);  - the connection between the fear of failure and the pursuit of perfectionism;  - why slip-ups should be considered part of the process, and NOT a failure;  - the 3 different types of perfectionism, and which one of them is an absolute recipe for disaster;  - how changing a light bulb can change your life;  - and SO much more!!!    We could spend ALL day telling you how great this episode is, OR... you can have a listen and discover it for yourself.  Enjoy! x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Dr Margaret Rutherford:     Website: drmargaretrutherford.com     Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

For something a little different this week, Jodie interviews 18 year old Brittany Newman - a super-confident young woman who made an impact on Jodie and so many others at a recent RiSe Women workshop.  Brittany is vibrant, proud and adventurous, has moved from beach to beach in her lifetime, is social-media savvy and sets an amazing example for other young women as a curve model - AND she paints on the side.  Join Jodie and Brittany as they discuss: - why self-love and confidence are so important during isolation and crisis;  - how positivity and confidence are so inextricably linked;  - how self-reflection and self-care give you the break you need to get back into the right mindset;  - how Brittany used her favourite social media platforms as a forum for inspiration, by following only women who inspired and motivated her;  - the catalyst that put her on the path of learning to truly love the body she has, that nurtures and supports her;  - what she learnt from Jodie’s workshop, that led to an amazing realisation... that no-one really cares about the personal flaws that we obsess about; - why you should always leave positivity behind first, BEFORE you unfollow;  - how putting your phone down will ALWAYS open your eyes up to the beauty of the world around you.    Brittany’s youth and insightfulness is fantastic and her amazing sense of self-awareness at such a young age is inspiring to women of all ages. No judgment, no negativity, no pressure and no toxicity - just self-love, positivity and acceptance. If this is what the women of our future look like, then we’re in good hands. Listen in on this one, and make sure to share it with your all your friends - young, old and everything in between.  ;)   x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com   Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Connect with Brittany at @brittanynewmann

OMG! Star-struck doesn’t even BEGIN to explain how Anastasia was feeling when she was interviewing the incredible, super-fun, award-winning AND gold medal-winning Paralympian Ellie Cole.  Join Anastasia and Ellie in their amazing conversation, where they discuss:  - some of the perspective shifts that get her through day-to-day living AND the Paralympics;  - why preparation and trust are SO important to keeping her confidence levels high;  - why focusing on the end result is never as important as getting the process right;  - how she manages the what if’s WAY before they ever happen;  - the value of consistent small steps and personal ‘check-ins’ when you want to smash your goals;  - why Ellie LOVED our Secrets of Confident Women Imposter Syndrome podcast episode (yay!) and what she got from it;  - how she managed crippling self-doubt and negative thoughts at a really crucial time in her career and what she did to lift her confidence base-level;  - what 0.02 of a second cost her at the Rio Paralympics and how it completely changed her relationship with failure;  - the skill and value of goal setting - something that Ellie learnt when she was just 8 years old!  And SOOOO much more! This really is one of our favourites and we know you’ll love it too.  Inspirational, fun and game-changing - this episode really WILL change the way you think about adversity, life-challenges and confidence-building in general.   AND... find out who you definitely DON’T want to be chased by in a pool... ;)  We promise - you don’t want to miss this! And once you’re done, don’t forget to find Ellie on socials and wish her luck for the Tokyo Paralympics. We can’t wait to watch and we know she’ll be AMAZING!  x Jodie & Anastasia  www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Ellie: Website – www.EllieCole.com.au Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you!

Join us for this week’s episode where Jodie interviews Jen Bowers - the champagne-drinking, coffee-addicted, super-funny crazy cat lady - who managed to turn a marriage breakdown and redundancy during Covid, into a life that she fought for and that she’s proud of.  Jen’s business journey has taken her from graphic-designer to brand strategist to being the founder of the fantastically successful Pink Pom Pom Social, which she created to help people navigate the challenges and complexity of social media.  Join Jodie and Jen as they discuss: - how a challenging comment from her ex, drove her to take a life-changing (and super-scary) financial leap, to get what she wanted;  - the daily mantra she repeats to herself, to remind her of her worth and keep her motivated and strong;  - the cute and cheerful theme song that makes her happy and puts her in a great mood whenever she needs a pick-me-up;  - why changing the narrative and choices in your life can make ALL the difference to your confidence;  - the undeniable power of gratitude, especially in the face of adversity and grief;  - why you should always bravely jump straight into the DIS-comfort zone, if you want to make game-changing decisions in your life;  - how to manage the mean-girl in your head, and silence her when she starts to talk rubbish.   Take a journey with Jodie and Jen, where we discover what it takes to go from dark and soul-destroying to beautiful and courageous. This episode is for anyone who’s been through a break-up, a break-down or a difficult time, and who wants to hear first-hand confidence techniques from a woman who intentionally and powerfully turned her life around. x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Jen: www.pinkpompombyjen.com Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Or read our Confidence for Women Book.

Join us in our latest episode, where Anastasia speaks with Michelle Rubinstein - a confident woman with over 25 years’ experience in sales, marketing, recruitment and leadership expertise.  Michelle loves helping her clients recruit the absolute best talent for their business. She also loves elevating the profile of women in leadership roles, spending time with her family and a bit of retail therapy every now and then.  And in this super-interesting and insightful episode, she gives us all her best tips and tricks on how to nail it in your next interview.  Whether you’re just starting your work-life after completing your studies, changing careers, or getting back into the workforce after a break, these tips will put you in the best possible position to excel in your next interview and project your most confident self.  Join Anastasia and Michelle as they discuss:  how support from the right people gave her the strength to take an amazing leap of faith; the best tips for how to make the most impactful first impression, from the moment someone reviews your resumé;  why employers LOVE it when you’re absolutely honest about gaps and pivots in your work history; the BEST way to create a succinct and effective resume that will get noticed (YES - you actually get a step-by-step guide!); great practical techniques on how to project your most confident self, in phone and virtual interviews; why you should NEVER say no to an interview or introductory conversation; why employers actually DON’T want you to tick all the boxes; and  Michelle’s 5 hot tips for how to nail your next interview. This conversation really does have something for everyone - for every woman who’s heading back into the workforce, who wants to know how to project her most confident self and who wants to take her career to the next level. And make sure to share this episode with all the wonderful women in your life - we ALL need these skills at one point or another, and sharing what we learn gets us all one step closer to our ultimate goal - to make confidence every woman’s new normal.  x Jodie & Anastasia  www.RiseWomen.com    Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Or read our Confidence for Women Book.

In this new episode, Jodie speaks with Sheila V, an executive coach, a medium and a spiritual leader, who shares her incredibly inspiring story of transition and transformation.  Sheila’s birth was literally the fusion of 2 domains - the daughter of a doctor-dad and a psychic medium-mum - which meant she experienced the pull of two diametrically opposed worlds.  Join us this week to find out all about:  - how she used the power of great mentors to help her distinguish between the old voices in her head that were keeping her stuck, and the new ones that would propel her forward;  - how she transformed her limiting beliefs and self-sabotage to a beginners mindset and a need for curiosity when she changed careers;  - why she strategically had to surround herself with the right people to become the person she really wanted to be;  - her limiting beliefs around what success looks like and the constant social invalidation of being single, in a world that values the reassurance of marriage;  - why burn-out, self-sacrifice and perfectionism are some of the biggest issues for women in the corporate sphere, especially when society rewards us for them;  - how self-love = self-knowledge and why this will help you grow.   This discussion will take you in so many different directions, and help you to discover amazing things about courage, inspiration and living your authentic life.  One of Sheila’s super-powers is to help others find THEIR super-power, and we know this conversation will help you to discover some of your own super-powers too. x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Connect with Sheila Website - www.sheilav.co Want to be a CONFIDENT WOMAN?  Then our Confidence Course for Women is for you! Or read our Confidence for Women Book.

Here’s the one you’ve all been waiting for - How to STOP Imposter Syndrome from Ruining Your Career!  Join us in this valuable and insightful episode, where Jodie and Anastasia talk all about the dreaded Imposter Syndrome - what it is, how it can show up for you and what you can do to manage it once and for all.  In this episode, we dig deep into the core of this issue to discover:  - why Imposter Syndrome affects SO many people (and women, in particular) - regardless of their age, culture, industry or pay-grade;  - what it REALLY means when you feel like you’re suffering from Imposter Syndrome;  - all about Imposter Syndrome’s evil twin ;)  - the 3 practical and oh-so-simple techniques to banish Imposter Syndrome from your life;  - why it’s absolutely crucial to fail, if you want to kick Imposter Syndrome’s @ss;  - how a small shift in your thoughts and words can have a huge impact on the effects of Imposter Syndrome;  - why social media has a big role to play in the rise of Imposter Syndrome in the world;  - ...and SO much more!!!  We really love this episode because it dispels the myths around Imposter Syndrome whilst delving into the reasons WHY we feel it and what we can do to stop it if we ABSOLUTELY want to feel confident, powerful and worthy, both at home and in the workplace.  So if you’re ready to kick Imposter Syndrome to the kerb once and for all, you won’t want to miss this!   x Jodie & Anastasia RiSeWomen.com

Join us in this fun and inspiring interview where Anastasia speaks with Rose Oakley - a vibrant and passionate young woman, who’s mastered the art of creating the confidence to be brave.  Rose has needed massive amounts of bravery, time and time again, to make really impressive life changes and in this conversation, she talks to us about:  - how she’s gotten through the challenging professional and personal times in the past;  - what techniques she uses to create the confidence to be brave, whenever self-doubt and limiting beliefs start to take over;  - what she did to rebuild her confidence after moving overseas and then second guessing her decision on the very first day;  - why she sometimes chooses NOT to trust what she thinks;  - how she uses self-awareness and an internal check-system to re-frame her thoughts and make courageous decisions;  - why finding herself a couple of great mentors changed EVERYTHING;  and - how Imposter Syndrome has affected her in the workplace and what she did to overcome it.  At such a young age, Rose has learnt lessons that take some of us YEARS to figure out. She's been really intentional about creating a community for herself, who support and encourage her. And with their help, she's become an expert in creating the confidence she needs to be courageous whenever she feels that her confidence levels may be dropping. If you're on the verge of making some life-changing adjustments in your life, or you just want some real-life practical tips on what it takes to create the courage you need, then this is the episode for you.   x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com

What a great episode we have for you this week, on a topic that affects us ALL - how to change your habits for more confidence!  Join us this week for Jodie’s eye-opening and game-changing conversation with Dr Gina Cleo.  Dr Cleo has a PhD in Habit Change, is an Assistant Professor at Bond University, holds a Bachelor of Health and Science degree and a Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics. It’s pretty clear she know EXACTLY what she’s talking about when it comes to habits and how we can change them to improve our confidence.  She’s appeared in over 150 media outlets and owns the Habit Change Institute. And now, she’s joining us to help us understand what our habits are, and how we can change them to increase our confidence and transform our lives.  Discover :  - how her work as a dietician showed her that short term goals very rarely lead to ‘sustainable outcomes’;  - the REAL amount of time it will actually take you to change your habits (don’t believe the myths!);  - why and how people actually create habits, and what would happen if we didn’t;  - the 3 key ingredients of a Habit Loop, and what you absolutely MUST do if you want to change a habit you’ve been repeating for years;  - why discomfort and intentionality are CRUCIAL when you want to change your habits;  - the balance of intensity and consistency needed to create a new habit;  This episode is PERFECT for anyone who’s looking to change something in their life but feels like they’re stuck repeating the same old habits and behaviours.... over and over again. These tips WILL help you change your habits and increase your confidence!  Still working on a New Year resolution? Want to lose weight? Stuck in a rut with business? Want to progress your career? Dr Cleo’s tips can help with it ALL, and so much more!  Once you understand how habits work and what it takes to change them, you’ll actually be unstoppable! You’ll become someone who learns to recognise bad habits, and has the tools and techniques to change them EVERY TIME.  This is definitely the episode you don’t want to miss!   Dr Gina Cleo links: Website – Habit Change Institute LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginacleo/  Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/drginacleo/   Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drginacleo/   Receive 5% discount when you join the Habit Change Practitioner Course by entering code RISEWOMEN5

Ok, confident women... we know this is an episode that you’ve all been waiting for because it’s about a topic that affects us ALL... especially in the workplace.  Networking is all about working the room and doing it confidently. Today’s podcast guest, Janine Garner knows exactly how to do just that!  Janine’s a best-selling author and a global expert on networking, collaboration, leadership and connection. AND she knows more than most about how to network with confidence!  Learn about :  what networking is REALLY about and why the power of connection is a game-changer; how she transformed from the shy kid at the back of the class, to the confident woman she wanted to be, by getting out of her own way; how she faked it til she made it, by being brave and using a lack of confidence as a trigger to recognise that she’s on the edge of something amazing; how to remove the sales pitch and shallow transactional feel from a networking event, if you actually want to effectively connect with others; what transformational networking is, and why you ABSOLUTELY need to know how to network in this way; the 4 people you MUST look for and the 3 key things you MUST do, at a networking event; If you're ready to network with confidence and change the way you connect with colleagues, clients and friends, then you don't want to miss this episode!  Janine Garner Website - www.janinegarner.com.au LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janinegarner Facebook - @janinemgarner Instagram - @janinegarner  

Are you ready to get stuck into 2021 with motivation, positive energy and some kick-@ss goals? Then we have the podcast episode for YOU!  Join us on our first episode of the year where we’ll dive into the 5 best confidence building techniques to help you make 2021 your best year yet!  Want to prepare yourself with great goals, fool-proof strategies and killer confidence techniques to bring it all together and get exactly what you want this year? Then listen to THIS episode!  Ready to change the Negative Nancy in your head into a pep-talking, pom-pom shaking cheerleader, who’s always got your back (AND helps you keep your self-doubt and fear in check)? Then THIS is the episode for you!  Need to discover how to have the RIGHT wing-woman by your side, who can always see your potential and knows exactly how to keep you on track with your goals? Then THIS is the episode you don’t want to miss.  And are you ready to FINALLY live the happy, confident and empowered life you’ve always wanted? Then buckle up, put your own oxygen mask on first and let us show you why it’s SO important to prioritise your own health, happiness and wellbeing for a change. Trust us, it’ll be a win-win situation for EVERYONE!  This episode is a great snap-shot of some of our BEST confidence techniques, a quick stroll down memory lane as we remind you of some of our favourites from 2020, AND it’ll also give you a sneaky glimpse of all the exciting things to come in the Secrets of Confident Women podcast.  Thousands of women in over 50 countries around the world CAN’T be wrong. This really is the best podcast BY confident women, FOR confident women and ABOUT confident women, so do yourself (AND your confidence) a favour, and join us for what we KNOW is going to be an amazing year!    x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com

This is IT! This is the ONE!  If you’re going to listen to any podcast episode this year, make it THIS ONE !!! Filled with amazing insights, inspiring quotes and all of the BEST moments of the Secrets of Confident Women podcast, this episode is not to be missed.  It really is the BEST greatest hits compilation you’ll ever listen to and... if you’re like us and you love feeling happy, motivated and positive... then feel free to go back and listen to it over and over again. We did ;)  We’ve had SO much fun creating this podcast for you in 2020 and we’re so thrilled to bring you all of our favourite and most inspiring moments, IN ONE EPISODE.  Plus, we want EVERY woman in the world to hear this, so please comment, like, review and subscribe, to help us spread the RiSe Women message - that confidence is available to EVERYONE, if you have the practical techniques you need, to learn, practice and master it.  AND... don’t forget to share it with all of the other wonder-women in your life who you KNOW would benefit from more confidence, because as we always say... With Confidence, ANYTHING is possible!  Wishing you a happy Christmas, a fantastic holiday break and all the very best for the coming year.  We’re so grateful to be a part of such a wonderful group of women and we want to thank each and every one of you, for helping to make this RiSe Women’s BEST YEAR EVER!  We can’t wait to come back bigger and better than ever in 2021, with even MORE amazing SECRETS OF CONFIDENT WOMEN.  But til then, always remember... Be YOU! We like her BEST!  x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com  

Join us this week when Jodie interviews that super-confident and ultra-fun Shelly Horton - journalist, TV presenter, MC and founder of Shellshocked Media.  If you're in Australia, you'll have seen her on TV, know her from Channel 9, the host of 9Honey's 'He Said/She Said' or on the Married At First Sight's spin-off chat show 'Talking Married'.  Basically, Shelly helps people find their inner Beyoncé and in this interview, she’s here to give us all her hottest tips when it comes to presenting and building your confidence in front of an audience.    Join Jodie and Shelly, where you’ll find out all about:  - how Shelly turned a high-school criticism into a life-long purpose and job description.  - how she turned Covid-19 into a positive opportunity for herself and her business;  - why preparation, rehearsal and Shelly’s five P’s are crucial to maintaining her high confidence and energy levels before any sort of presentation.  - the process she puts her clients through when teaching them how to present;  - Shelly’s #1 top-tip for how to speak up effectively. You’ll be able to use this for presentations, meetings, interviews or even just uncomfortable conversations. You’re going to LOVE this!  - how to turn your inner critic into your biggest cheer-leader... OR just do maths to silence that negative voice ;)  - why you need to STOP the ‘hate-follows’ on social media, if you want to be your best and most authentic self.    Shelly really has done it all - entertainment show panelist, crime journalist, gossip columnist, TV show host, presenter, MC and now the owner of Shellshocked Media - an organisation that delivers everything from initial concept creation to post-production and all steps of video production in between.  One of her dreams is to one day host The Shelly Show (her own personal chat show) and we think she’d be amazing!  So... if you’re going to click on anything today, make sure it’s the link to this episode. It’s SO fun, SO inspiring, SO informative and we KNOW you’ll love it!    x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com   Find Shelly at: Website - https://shellshockedmedia.com/  Instagram - @shellyhorton1 Facebook - @shellyhortonjournalist

Mums, this one’s for YOU!  Anastasia has been looking forward to this conversation ever since her daughter first attended a Beautiful Minds workshop a few years ago.  This week, Anastasia interviews Marina Passalaris - the founder of Beautiful Minds and an amazingly inspiring and insightful woman.  Marina starts with a jaw-dropping conversation that she had with her boss 17 years ago, when she was working as a model booker, which inspired her life-long passion and made her realise that she’d been working in an industry that did not support teenage girls or align with her core values.    Join us in this fantastic episode where Marina and Anastasia discuss:  - why the fear of judgment can be debilitating for teens, and how limiting social media exposure WILL make all the difference;  - how giving teens a sense of purpose and an external focus with volunteer initiatives, will boost their confidence and sense of self-belief;   - what a ‘success identity’ looks like for a teen and why they absolutely MUST believe how much they are loved and needed;  - the work she’s doing with both Stanford and Harvard Universities around the ‘dopamine fast’ and what this looks like in real life for teen girls;  - why TEACHING our girls how to be confident isn’t enough;  - why date nights with your daughters are CRUCIAL to building their confidence.    This episode is literally jam-packed with the most amazing advice for mums on how to support their daughters to be confident and we KNOW you’ll love it as much as we do.  And we can’t wait to create part 2 to this conversation, from the inside of a teepee - listen to the end to find out why.   x Jodie & Anastasia  RiseWomen.com   Follow Beautiful Minds at: Website - https://beautifulminds.com.au/  Instagram - @beautifulminds    Facebook - @beautifulmindsau  

Did you know that increasing your skills with regards to running, can help you with your confidence?  Join us on this week’s episode where Jodie speaks to Melanie Warman - a Lululemon ambassador and the founder of Boobs on the Run, an organisation which started from a shout-out on a Mum’s Facebook group and has grown to having over 3,000 women join their community and go through their programs.  Connection, Community and Confidence are her driving principles and Melanie has given so many women the opportunity to build their confidence and achieve their goals.  In this inspiring episode, find out:  - the type of holistic approach Melanie takes when it comes to the women in her community;  - how she uses the power of connection to build her own confidence;  - why trusting her instincts has helped her to understand what her body and mind are capable of, and how that awareness can increase your confidence;  - how a 10 week fitness program can completely transform your mindset, through accountability and connectedness;  - how using the techniques learnt for running, can help you improve your family relationships, counter-act your work stress, combat imposter syndrome and create an overall sense of life-fulfillment.  Power poses, positive mantras, acknowledging your inner mean girl, power songs, getting into action, accountability, support and encouragement - it’s ALL here in this week’s episode!  Motivated by her passion and empowered by the diverse and amazing women she connects with, Melanie has created an awesome community that helps women do SO much more than just learning to run.  So, if you’re needing a bit of a confidence boost to drive your motivation as 2020 starts to wind up, we KNOW this conversation will leave you feeling invigorated and empowered.   x Jodie & Anastasia  www.RiseWomen.com   Boobs On The Run Website - https://www.boobsontherun.com.au/  Instagram - @boobsontherun Facebook - @boobsontherunsydney

What we wear matters!  This week, Jodie interviews Hayley Cooper - personal fashion stylist and confident woman who loves helping both men and women develop their personal style, boost their confidence and shop smartly.  Hayley’s been on a 10 year fashion journey which led her to her own styling business, where she is able to fuse her passion for fashion, with her desire to help people be the most confident version of themselves.  Join us in this eye-opening episode, where you’ll find out:  - what the recurring issues are for women, when it comes to their personal styling and physical appearance;  - how we display our self-doubt and negative thoughts through our clothing and appearance;  - how milestones in life can affect your body perception and why you absolutely need a confidence boost in styling to help get through them;  - why experimenting with clothing and breaking away from what you’d ‘normally’ wear is one of the best ways to boost your confidence... even if you DON’T buy it;  Hayley works with her clients to improve both their personal styling AND their negative or self-deprecating perceptions about themselves, and she just loves seeing their confidence develop as they learn more about what works for them and how best to use their clothes to showcase their amazing personalities.  So, if you’re ready for some great styling tips, inspiring confidence techniques or just a fun and engaging conversation, grab a drink and click on the link. You won’t regret it!    x Jodie & Anastasia www.RiseWomen.com   Find Hayley Cooper at: Website - https://hayleycooper.com.au/ Instagram - @hayleycooperstylist Facebook - @HayleyCooperStylist

This is Jodie's most emotional interview yet!  Meet Kerin Jarvis - a woman who went from a toxic relationship, dangerously deteriorated health and a ‘just keep going’ attitude, to a total life transformation, with a greater focus on her mental and physical health and wellbeing.  Kerin’s an amazingly adventurous, risk-taking, game-changing, courageous and confident woman who tells us all about how she rebuilt herself from a really broken and fragile place.   Kerin changed her story in the MOST powerful way and had to let go of so much guilt, resentment and blame in the process. She was defeated and broken until she made a conscious choice to take back control of her life and be responsible for her future.  She changed her relationship status, her job, her living circumstances - pretty much anything that could be changed.... was! And she hasn’t looked back.   Join Jodie on this amazingly inspiring interview to find out:  - how she systematically and intentionally rebuilt her health after leaving a traumatic and toxic relationship;  - how positive affirmations changed not only her mindset, but also her cellular structure;  - why a sudden realisation around her resilience, was a catalyst for moving forward;  - how starting a new business taught her about herself and reinforced her belief in her skills and abilities;  - how the power of coaching, personal development and a great network of friends helped her do what she needed to do, to start again... with passion and purpose!  You REALLY don’t want to miss this episode, especially if you LOVE being inspired by brave, energetic and driven women. Kerin is ALL this, and so much more and we can’t wait for you to listen to this episode.  x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

This week’s amazing interview is for any woman who’s ever had a dream or a goal that they’ve always wanted to achieve but didn’t know how.  Join Anastasia this week as she interviews the ever-inspiring, always engaging and super-fun Zoe Sabados.   Zoe has spent her life gathering experiences, loving life and developing herself into a woman who knows what she wants... and does what it takes to get it!  She’s been an English teacher, a marketing director and a brand consultant. She’s travelled the world, worked on constructions sites, jumped out of planes and even spent some time living with Bedouins. And now... she’s created the amazing Marry Me Zoe, where she gets to be what she’s ALWAYS wanted... a marriage celebrant!  She’s confident, fun and a big risk taker, and this episode definitely won’t disappoint.  Join us to find out:  - how and why she made the decision to drastically change careers in her early 50’s AND during the first week of the Covid-19 lockdown no less!  - what her go-to confidence technique is when she needs to shut down that annoying negative voice in her head.  - what advice she’d give her 21 year old self based on her exciting life experiences.  - what she believes is the biggest confidence-destroyer for young girls today (she has 3 daughters at different stages of life so she’s seen it all!)  Zoe’s passionate, driven and so much fun and we’re thrilled to bring you this episode because it’s jam-packed with so many incredible nuggets of wisdom and extraordinary stories.  We hope you love this one as much as we do!  x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

This is an episode so many of you have asked for!  This week, Jodie and Anastasia discuss 4 fool-proof ways to stay motivated and on track when it comes to setting and achieving your goals - at home, in the workplace, with your health, with your finances... literally ANYTHING you can possibly set a goal around!  I mean, we’ve all been there right? You start out with the best intentions, you have the most amazing idea and you lay out the most inspiring plans before you and then... in the blink of an eye... the motivation is gone, and you’re left wondering how on earth you’re going to achieve this MAMMOTH task you’ve set for yourself.  Well... WE KNOW HOW! And we’re here to share it with you!  In this episode you’ll find out all about:  - why your motivation and momentum disappear, even when you have the most amazingly inspiring goals;   - the 4 key things you MUST do if you want to set game-changing goals AND achieve them;   - our own personal examples of what we do to give ourselves the best chance of success in achieving our goals;   - some great techniques that we (and our clients) use to make sure we stay on track and accountable;   - why it’s SO important that you NEVER give up on your goals and dreams, no matter how unachievable they may seem.  We know you’re going to LOVE this episode because it really will help you put your money where your mouth is, and get sh!t done!  We KNOW you’ve set your goals for a reason, and we KNOW that that reason is really important to you, so find out how you can turn those goals and dreams into achievements and reality.  x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

Join us as Anastasia interviews the award-winning, ground-breaking and life-changing Fay Calderone - a tireless advocate for women in the workplace, tackling issues like bullying, harassment, gender equality and flexible working conditions.    Fay has navigated workplace changes and her own career path in the legal industry for over 20 years and in this episode, she talks to us about what it took to get to where she is.    You’ll be amazed and inspired by this interview, as Fay takes us through the evolution of her career and how she’s turned a teenage passion into a life-long career, with a human twist and an amazing team by her side.                                       And, in this episode you’ll find out all about:  - when she’s most confident and does her best work;  - her go-to methods to manage fear and self-doubt when she’s got an overwhelming schedule ahead;  - her default confidence-building technique for when she’s really needing a bit of a confidence boost;  - how she uses the power and momentum from reflecting on her achievements, to move forward with purpose and motivation;  - how she switches from ‘career mode’ to ‘family mode’.... and back again, because she really DOES want it all;  - what she ‘really’ thinks about failure and how she manages it in her own life;    For all you career women out there, or just any woman wanting to be inspired by a kick-@ss confident woman, this episode’s for you.    x Jodie & Anastasia  RiseWomen.com 

Adventurous, resilient, independent, quirky and funny - just a few words to describe this week’s remarkable guest!    Join us for this fun, inspiring and insightful episode of the Secrets of Confident Podcast, where Jodie interviews Wendy Pettifer - a qualified psychotherapist, author of the blog “How to be Me Again” and the GM of Disability Services in Sydney.    Wendy has worked most of her career in the Health and Services Industry, primarily with Not-for-Profits who align well with her core values and this week, she talks with Jodie about rebuilding her confidence after the breakdown of a relationship that lasted half her lifetime AND dealing with the confidence-destroying effects of an unexpected redundancy.    Don’t miss this incredible interview and find out:  - how you can be a confident woman, but also concurrently suffer and be treated for depression and anxiety;  - why dancing on the tables in pubs made her a great candidate for a boardroom;  - how she rebuilt her sense of family after the breakdown of a 21 year relationship and the heartbreak of her son moving overseas to study;  - how the loss of friendships can create a terrible fear of thinking you are “intrinsically unlikeable”;  - why Wendy believes financial independence is SO important, especially for women over 50;  - how she managed to deal with her unexpected redundancy AND the end of her marriage in the same fortnight.    Wendy’s confidence and the personal confidence techniques that she’s had to call on at different stages in her life have helped her get through adversity, challenges and life traumas and they can help you too because they really are secrets of a truly confident woman.     There are so many amazing nuggets of experience, insight and relatedness in this interview so this is definitely not an episode that you want to miss. PLUS find out why Wendy has our business name tattooed on her body... ;)   x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

This week we interview Spiroula Stathakis - an Interior Architect and Designer. This is a really special episode for us because not only is Spiroula a super-confident powerhouse in her industry, but she’s also the sister of Anastasia of RiSe Women.  In this fun and engaging interview, we discuss:  - what confidence techniques Spiroula calls on as a woman in a male-dominated industry, who is often underestimated because of her youth;  - how she manages the gender pay-gap and whether it has any effect on her confidence, knowing that she’s working with a population that is often paid more than her, purely because of their gender;  - her insightful and inspiring advice for young women just starting out in their industry and what she wishes she’d known at that point in her career;  - a time when Spiroula experienced the feeling of failure and what she did to take the learning and use it to increase her confidence.  With great stories, lots of laughs and an inspiring and endearing personality that represents her maturity and confidence, this episode is one you definitely won’t want to miss.  And don’t forget to wait til the RiSe Women Final Power Questions at the end - they’re quick, they’re motivating and they’ll always leave you wanting more of the Secrets of Confident Women.  x Jodie & Anastasia RiseWomen.com

Today we focus on a topic that we’ve had SO many requests for - how to have the Confidence to Talk to Strangers.  This episode is filled with great techniques and game-changing insights that will help you meaningfully connect with new people - whether in the workplace or just generally in life.  Join Jodie and Anastasia this week on the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast, where they discuss:  - how to master a skill that can have you networking like a pro;  - how even the most confident women sometimes struggle with making new connections and talking to strangers;  - 3 things that you absolutely MUST do if you want to confidently and powerfully speak to someone you’ve never met before;  - the one tip that will bring it all together and automatically switch your brain from ‘nervous panic mode’ to ‘I’ve got this’ mode instantly.  The confidence to talk to strangers is something that EVERY woman should know how to do because whether it’s at the grocery store, in the workplace, on the soccer field or within your business interactions, we will ALWAYS be in a situation where there’s someone new to talk to. x Jodie & Anastasia

If you’re in a direct sales business, then you don’t want to miss this episode! This week we interview Katrina Bates - a direct sales powerhouse and super-confident woman.  This episode is great for any woman who runs her own direct sales business, or just for anyone who’s looking for insights into what confidence techniques to use when you need to get out of your own way and get into action.  Join Jodie as she chats to Katrina about flexibility, responsibility, adaptability and the many hats that women wear, and learn all about:  - the BIGGEST challenge that women in direct sales businesses face;  - that mysterious ‘grey’ area where the magic happens;  - why running your own business is like the biggest personal development program EVER... with a pay cheque attached;  - why you should always celebrate and reward the action, not the outcome.  This episode includes some fantastic insights on the power of social media, of building relationships and of staying in ‘conversational relevance’.  This episode will change the way you look at your business and your perspective on your life. x Jodie & Anastasia - RiseWomen.com

This week's episode is SO interesting! Have you heard of EFT or Tapping? Well, this week we learn ALL about it as we interview Lorna Hollinger. As an award-winning and media acclaimed Master EFT (Tapping) Practitioner, with Diplomas in Life Coaching, Business and Business Management, a certification in Neurolinguistic Programming and the founder of the Australian Tapping Institute - this confident woman really knows what she’s talking about!  In this eye-opening episode, we’ll be introducing you to something you may never have heard of before - Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping).  Lorna’s mission is to touch one million people globally, and with her drive, determination and expertise - and her focus on passion and purpose - we have no doubt that she’ll get there.  Find out what motivates this fun, inspiring and intelligent woman and learn all about:  - the intrinsic human instinct we ALL have, that can help to calm the nervous system;  - brain tags - what they are, and how humans can re-wire their neural pathways to stop the fight or flight stress response related to past events;  - how to intentionally focus on your negative thoughts whilst using EFT, to reduce their impact on your life and remove your default stress response;  - the 4 core values she lives by and how she integrates EFT into her daily routine to have the lifestyle she’s always wanted.    If you liked our podcast episode on “How to stop negative thoughts from ruining your life”, you’ll LOVE this one!  Find out all about these instantly accessible and easily actioned techniques that you can start using TODAY.  And don’t forget to check out the links to all the resources Lorna discusses, below.  We can’t wait for you to meet Lorna Hollinger and discover a whole new way to boost your confidence and become the happiest and most confident version of YOU!  x Jodie & Anastasia - RiseWomen.com You-Tube Video – Demonstration of Tapping  https://youtu.be/RFOAvl-B7pw  Australian Tapping Institute Website -  www.australiantappinginstitute.com.au      Facebook - www.facebook.com/australiantappinginstitute      Instagram - www.instagram.com/australiantappinginstitute   The Self Love Project  Free 4 week intro to Tapping Course aimed at helping to boost your self-confidence -  The Self Love Project Free Course  

Join us for our very first guest interview where Jodie chats with the inspiring, funny and super-positive Raquel Bosustow - a wife, mum, savvy business owner of Madame Foodie and one of Jodie’s closest friends.  In this amazingly real, raw and authentic interview, Raquel tells us about:  - how ‘thinking on the fly’ has generated fantastic business success;  - how following her gut, backing herself and letting go of the details creates the super-charged energy that keeps moving her forward;  - why she chooses her staff at Madame Foodie, not just for skills or experience, but for their personalities, positivity and can-do attitude;  - how the right mindset and a shift in her confidence changed a terrible new job, into the biggest deal her workplace had EVER seen (over $40million!)  Learn about Raquel’s perspective on reactive leadership, how she’s intentional about creating a happy and positive workplace and what this does for her confidence every day.   AND... find out the one thing she wishes EVERY woman knew... ;)  This week’s podcast really is one of our best - the honest and authentic insights, the personal stories and the individual confidence techniques that Raquel discusses, will leave you feeling inspired, motivated and ready to take on the world with a whole new attitude.  x Jodie & Anastasia - RiseWomen.com 

SO, let me ask you this... do you ACCEPT yourself?  OR... are there things about you - your habits, your behaviours, your personality traits - that make you feel guilty, resentful or disappointed?  We’re constantly being told we should love ourselves JUST the way we are but the truth is, more often than not, we are our own worst critics.   And that needs to STOP!  Criticising yourself about things you can’t change... or worse, things you can change but don’t want to... is pointless, so STOP!  And join us on this week’s podcast episode instead, where you’ll discover why it’s absolutely crucial that you ditch the guilt and accept who you really are - the good, the bad AND the ugly.  It’s YOUR responsibility to create the life that you really want, and trust us when we tell you, that criticism, guilt and resentment will NOT get you there.  This is one of our FAVOURITE episodes to date - it’s funny, it’s relatable but most importantly, it’ll teach you a practical confidence technique that YOU can use to... ditch the guilt and accept who you really are.   Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

Join us this week for our second podcast interview, when Jodie interviews the other half of RiSe Women - Anastasia Adams.  Learn all about what drives Anastasia, what confidence looks like for her and why she REALLY wanted to be a part of RiSe Women from the moment she found out about it.  In this episode, Jodie and Anastasia discuss:  - when Anastasia feels most confident and what go-to confidence techniques she uses to maintain her high levels of positivity, motivation and general happiness;  - how learning about confidence and being a part of RiSe Women has changed her life in SO many ways;  - the time in her life when her confidence hit rock-bottom and what she did to build herself back up again;  AND... find out what she thinks are the best and worst things about working with Jodie.  In this inspiring interview, we’ll bring you authentic insights into what energises and motivates Anastasia and the techniques she calls on to manage her negative thoughts and keep her confidence levels where she wants them to be, to live her best life possible.  You’ll love her answers to the Rise Women Final Power Questions and we know that, by the end of this interview, she’ll have you feeling happy, confident, positive and enthusiastic about all the possibilities that life has to offer.    Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

Everything you ever wanted to do… but DIDN’T… is because of fear?!   Big statement, but if you think about it, it's true.   Fear of the unknown… fear of what people might think… fear of failure… fear of the investment or the commitment… fear of making the wrong decision… fear of making a mistake… the list is ENDLESS!   We are plagued by fears every single day, whether we’re consciously aware of them or not… and it’s time to make it stop!   This week’s podcast is AWESOME because we’re chatting about:  - why fear is good  - why fear is necessary and  - why confident women LOVE facing fear!   AND we’ll give you 3 game-changing insights about fear that will transform the way you think about it FOREVER!   Fear really is one of the worst ways that people are stopped from living their best life but once you learn the right confidence techniques and practice them… AND see that they work… then you’ll be on your way to becoming the most exciting, adventurous and successful version of you!   So… join us on this episode as we chat about what fear REALLY is and how we can help you manage it, to help you start turning all those ‘worst case scenarios’ into ‘best day EVERs’!!   Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

This week we launch the very first of our Interviews with Confident Women and we start with a fantastic episode where RiSe Women interviews… ITSELF!  Yes, you read that correctly – you don’t want to miss this week’s episode, where Anastasia interviews Jodie and gets some inspiring insights into Jodie’s passions and goals, and the powerful driving force behind RiSe Women.   Where DID it all start?  And why CONFIDENCE?  In this episode you’ll learn all about what makes Jodie tick, why ‘confidence’ is her favourite topic in the world and what she REALLY thinks about her business partner…  PLUS, you’ll discover…  – the 3 things on Jodie’s vision board that keep her motivated; – what it felt like to find her TRUE purpose in life; – why she LOVES working on RiSe Women; and – what she does to perk herself up, when her confidence sometimes takes a nose-dive.  And there’s SO much more that we know you’ll love (especially her answers to our RiSe Women Final Power Questions) so click below and let us inspire, encourage and support you to become the confident woman you were born to be.   Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

Change is EVERYWHERE!  It’s in global health crises and the economic and social chaos it creates.  It’s in the environment around us, as the world evolves.  It’s in social justice movements that revolutionise the world.  It’s in your workplace, your marital status, your health and wellbeing, your friendships and relationships - change can be found in EVERY aspect of your life.    AND... it can be scary as hell.    Whether it’s in your personal or professional life, change can often threaten to derail you, but in this week’s podcast episode we talk about why change can be AWESOME and how you can embrace it to:   manage any self-doubt or fear that arises;  shift your perspective when your ‘old’ way of looking at things just isn’t working for you anymore; and  motivate you to make changes that you might have been too afraid to make on your own.  practice the personal confidence techniques you need, to get you game-changing results in any situation.   So… join us on the latest episode of the Secrets of Confident Women podcast, and discover how YOU can embrace change and boost your confidence TODAY!   Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

We discuss the value of having your own personal cheer squad and what you can do to confidently choose yours.     Surrounding yourself with the right people is one of the BEST ways to boost your confidence and it’s SO important to have the right cheer squad backing you up because THEY are the people who will:   tell you what you NEED to hear, not what you WANT to hear; encourage you to keep going, with real-life support, no matter what obstacle is in your way; support you and your dreams (pom poms and all), regardless of how wild or crazy they might sound; have your back when the haters creep up on you; kick your @ss into gear whenever your fear, self-doubt and indecision start taking over.   There really is no better way to keep your head in the game, but remember... there are 2 sides to this - you need to know how to bring the RIGHT people into your inner circle AND... you need to know how to manage the WRONG people who are already there (but refuse to leave). And we can help you with both!     So just click on the podcast link and let us help you with amazing techniques to create the powerful, inspiring and kick-@ss cheer squad you deserve.   Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

This week’s episode covers a topic that is relevant to so many women - and it’s something that we ALL want, but it can be SO elusive - the confidence to powerfully say NO.   Like us, there have probably been many occasions in your life when you’ve heard yourself saying ‘yes’ to something, when your brain is actually screaming NO! And then... you’re left to deal with the consequence of what that looks like.     Join us on this episode where we’ll teach you how to powerfully and confidently say NO, with some game-changing tips on how to rethink the way you value your time and energy; a great story from Jodie about the consequences of saying YES when really... she should have said NO (this is one we can ALL relate to); and an insight that Anastasia had at a celebrity presentation many years ago, that changed her life - all from one little sentence.   Jodie & Anastasia - RiseWomen.com

‘Our brains are automatically wired to think the worst!’   Join us on this episode, where we’ll be discussing the damaging effect of negative thoughts and how you can stop them from ruining your life.  Everyone has to deal with that negative voice in their head - telling them that they’re not enough, that they can’t do it and that it’s too scary. But in this episode, we’re here to tell you that there are practical techniques you CAN learn, practice and master, to manage (and sometimes even, conquer) that negative voice.   Can't wait for you to join us!   Jodie & Anastsia - RiseWomen.com

‘A warrior does not prepare for battle on the battlefield’ - and this also applies to confidence.    In this early episode, we go through why confidence is SUCH an important skill to have in life and we’ll uncover some of the most common myths about confidence.  Confidence is not built instantly, nor is it something that magically appears overnight. You can’t build up your confidence the moment something unexpected happens.... or when you’re faced with a sudden change... or even when your confidence hits rock bottom.    Confidence is something that you need to learn, practise and master and, we’ll explain why we encourage all women to learn the skills and the practical techniques, to create and increase their confidence, every single day, so they’re prepared for whatever comes their way.   Jodie & Anastasia - RiSeWomen.com

We are SO thrilled to launch this podcast.  We are Jodie and Anastasia and we run a business called RiSe Women (RiseWomen.com) where we teach women all the practical tips, tricks and techniques they need to increase their confidence.  High levels of confidence are vital for all women to ensure that they are self-expressed, speaking up, speaking out, facing their fears and achieving their goals.