S6 Episode 42: How Contagious Confidence Transforms Leadership and Inspires Trust with Julie Smith

Most leadership advice focuses on controlling perceptions, but what if true influence comes from being real—really human? In this episode, Julie Smith, founder of Talent Sprout and author of Contagious Confidence, joins Claire Pedrick to reveal how confidence is more than just a feeling—it's a measurable, performance variable that shapes collective success.    Discover why leaders who are aware of their signals can inspire trust, foster resilience, and create a culture where confidence fuels performance rather than masks doubt .Julie shares how subtle cues and authentic vulnerability - done thoughtfully - can actually elevate team cohesion.    Contact: Contact Julie through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-smith-talent-sprout/  Contact Claire by emailing [email protected]  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Contagious Confidence is available here https://link.amazon/B0fgHHdmF  Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: confidence coaching, leadership coaching, authentic leadership, contagious confidence, leadership confidence, coaching confidence, team performance, team trust, vulnerability in leadership, psychological safety, leadership development, confidence building, leadership presence, coaching tips, self-awareness, growth mindset, empowering questions, resilient teams, leadership influence, authentic coaching   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.