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EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 17 MIN

The Day I Stopped Needing Applause

from The Iconic Podcast · host The Iconic Podcast | Jennifer Szpigiel

Are you relying on external validation as you pursue your goals and dreams? In this honest and reflective solo episode, Jen shares the shift that changed how she shows up in her life and business, moving from seeking recognition to becoming anchored in her own self approval.This episode explores the subtle ways we look for applause in our decisions, our work, and even our growth. Jen unpacks what it means to release that dependency and lead from a place of self trust, where your choices are no longer shaped by how they will be received, but by what feels true, especially when there is no external validation to guide you.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The hidden ways we seek validation in everyday decisions• What shifts when you stop needing approval to move forward• How self trust becomes the foundation for leadership• Why external recognition can quietly shape your identity• What it looks like to lead without needing applause Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

Are you relying on external validation as you pursue your goals and dreams? In this honest and reflective solo episode, Jen shares the shift that changed how she shows up in her life and business, moving from seeking recognition to becoming anchored in her own self approval. This episode explores the subtle ways we look for applause in our decisions, our work, and even our growth. Jen unpacks what it means to release that dependency and lead from a place of self trust, where your choices are ...

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