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The Confident Podcast
by The Confident Podcast
The Confident Podcast with host Lisa Tarkington, a certified coach, keynote speaker, and leadership strategist. Lisa brings her contagious energy, real conversations, and the signature leadership support to help you navigate the mindset, strategy, and habits required to have confidence in today’s world. Whether you’re navigating imposter syndrome, facing a tough transition, or simply ready to grow, you’ll find motivation, clarity, and the confidence to lead yourself and others well. Each episode blends practical tools, powerful stories, and adventure-inspired insights to help you strengthen your self-awareness, protect your time, operate in your genius, and lead with more confidence and clarity—without burnout or second-guessing. This isn’t just talk, it’s your playbook for becoming the kind of leader people trust, respect, and remember. Subscribe now and start stepping into your full potential—one bold action at a time.
Episodes
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EP 227 | Whose Definition of Success Are You Chasing?
Success sounds like a finish line, until you realize you might be running a race you never chose. In this episode, we’re getting honest about how easily our definition of success gets hijacked by comparison, social media highlight reels, career “shoulds,” and the quiet pressure to look like we’re...
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EP 226 | Are you ready for what the next chapter requires?
In this episode, we get honest about the question that changes everything: are you actually ready for what the next chapter requires, or are you only in love with the destination? I walk through a simple but confronting framework I use with leaders and coaching clients. When someone describes…
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EP 225 | How to Let Go When Change Feels Hard
Change doesn't usually break us. What keeps us stuck is holding on to the habits and beliefs that no longer serve us. After taking a short break, I share a few personal updates before diving into my new Let Go Model: Let Go. Level Up. Let's Go. We explore why letting go is often the hardest part…
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EP 224 | How to Give Feedback Without Fear with Sarah Maday
How many of us say we want honest feedback, then avoid it the moment it feels uncomfortable? Lisa is joined by her friend Sarah Maday, a Learning and Development leader, former professor, and passionate advocate for personal growth, to talk about why feedback feels so difficult and how we can...
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EP 223 | The Power of "And": Breaking Free from a Single Identity with Lauren Boss
How many of us have an identity that maybe is wrapped into our career?Lauren Boss knows that moment firsthand and she also knows what can grow from it. After nearly a decade in the corporate world, she’s navigated motherhood, freelancing, self-publishing a memoir, and an unexpected leap into...
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EP 222 | How to start to trust your intuition more with Libby Rapin
Your body is giving you information all day long, but most of us are moving too fast to hear it. In this episode, I sit down with my friend Libby Rapin, a leadership and conscious living coach for high-achieving women, to talk about the kind of confidence that comes from inside your nervous…
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EP 221 | The Freedom of Not Caring What People Think
If you’ve ever replayed a conversation in your head at 2 a.m. wondering if you sounded “too much,” “too direct,” or “not nice enough,” this one is for you. I sit down with my dear friend Stephanie Greene, President of the Greater Michigan Construction Academy, to talk about the real work behind...
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EP 220 | Building Confident Female Athletes with MSU Volleyball Coach Kristen Kelsay
The loudest voice in your life is rarely the wisest one and for athletes and leaders right now, the noise is constant. In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Kelsay, head coach of Michigan State University volleyball. We talk about pressure, confidence, and the question that keeps coming up for...
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EP 219 | From NFL Star To Psychologist: Julius Thomas On Sustainable High Performance
What if you could chase big goals without burning out your brain, your team, or your life? I sit down with Julius Thomas, former NFL Pro Bowler turned Health Psychologist and founder of Optimal Performance Systems, to map a science-backed path to sustainable high performance. His story starts…
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EP 218 | Stop Performing, Start Living: Even When It Disappoints People with Judi Holler
Ever feel like you’re performing your life instead of actually living it? I sit down with best-selling author and keynote speaker, Judi Holler to unpack the courage it takes to stop pleasing, start trusting yourself, and make space for a truer version of success. From her decade-by-decade…
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EP 217 | Beyond the Court: How Grand Rapids Rise Coaches Build Confidence, Trust, and a Winning Culture
Confidence doesn’t show up on command...it is the training that goes on behind the scenes through preparation, risk, and relentless attention to detail. In this episode, I sit down with Cathy George, head coach and Mike Gawlik, associate head coach of the Grand Rapids Rise, a women's professional...
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EP 216 | Pauses, Pivots, And The Power Of Self-Connection with Sarah Fechter
What if growth finally clicked the moment you stopped gripping the wheel? I sit down with Sarah Fechter, owner of Sarah Fechter Fitness, a global online coaching and premium in-person training business to unpack how real change happens. Throughout this episode, we get honest about the parts of...
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EP 215 | 6 Lessons In Leadership & Confidence From Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour
Ready to trade performative hustle for focused power? We kick off 2026 by unpacking six hard-won leadership lessons drawn from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour—then translating them into simple moves you can use this week. From truly operating in your zone of genius to leading with emotional clarity…
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EP 214 | Why Successful People Have Coaches (And What Happens When You Do)
Most people talk about coaching like it’s a luxury or a nice-to-have. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what actually changes when you work with a coach. The before-and-after that happens internally, strategically, and professionally. If you’ve ever wondered: “Why do successful...
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EP 213 | Why Perspective Matters: The Skill That Changes Everything
In this episode, Lisa Tarkington breaks down one of the most underrated skills: perspective. She shares a personal story that reveals how quickly our minds create narratives, why perspective influences everything—from our reactions to our relationships—and what happens when we don’t have it.…
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EP 212 | How do you handle feedback?
Let’s be honest, everyone says they want feedback until they actually get it. In this episode, I’m diving into why feedback feels so personal, how to take it without getting defensive, and how to give it in a way that builds trust instead of tension. We’ll talk about: Why feedback triggers us…
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EP 211 | Books That Changed My Leadership Journey (and Why You Should Never Stop Learning)
Lisa dives into one of her favorite topics, growth through learning. From the books that have shaped her leadership to the insights that have stretched her mindset, she shares her personal takeaways from some of today’s most powerful reads. Lisa opens up about her own evolution from post-college...
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EP 210 | Trust the Rope, Trust Yourself: Adventures in Leadership and Life
Have you ever been at the edge, heart pounding, palms sweaty, knowing you have to go first? In this episode of The Confident Podcast, host Lisa Tarkington takes you on a journey through some of her most defining adventures from bungee jumping in New Zealand, skydiving at 14,000 feet, hiking solo,...
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EP 209 | In the ZONE: The Method for Working Smarter, Not Harder
What if the reason you’re tired, overworked, or stuck has nothing to do with how hard you’re working and everything to do with where you’re working from? In this episode, Lisa introduces a brand-new method she created to help leaders and high achievers find clarity, protect their energy, and...
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EP 208 | Becoming Parents with Confidence (and a Lot of Grace)
After a season away from the mic to welcome their son into the world, Lisa returns to The Confident Podcast with a very special guest her husband, Marc. Together, they open up about one of life’s biggest transitions: becoming parents for the first time. In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa and…
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EP 207 | Dear Future Me (A Letter Before the Pause)
Have you ever felt the pressure to keep going when everything in your body is telling you to pause? You're not alone. In a letter to future herself, our host Lisa Tarkington, talks how she plans to prepare for maternity leave and a temporary podcast hiatus. This isn't a goodbye – it's a...
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EP 206 | The Freedom of Being Unimpressive
Have you ever felt exhausted from constantly trying to impress people? That heavy feeling where your worth becomes tied to your impact, your confidence dependent on applause, and your authenticity lost in the performance? You're not alone. In this episode, our host, Lisa Tarkington, pulls back…
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EP 205 | Embracing the Pivot: How to Find Confidence in Change
What if the clarity you're desperately seeking only comes after you take the leap? In this deeply personal episode, Lisa Tarkington reflects on seven years of podcast evolution while unpacking the complex emotions surrounding change and transition. Lisa identifies the subtle signs your…
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EP 204 | Breaking the Patterns That Hold Us Back
What if the biggest obstacle to your dream career isn't your skills or experience, but the limiting beliefs you've carried for years without realizing it? Stacey Gorin, an executive coach at Ernst & Young, spent 20 years climbing the corporate ladder at IBM before discovering her true calling…
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EP 203 | The Power of Integrity: How to Stay True to Yourself When Opinions Overwhelm
"I lost myself this year. I let everybody else's opinions dictate how I lived my life." Those tearful words from a friend struck me deeply because we've all felt that painful disconnect between who we are and who others expect us to be. In this episode, I dive into the struggle of maintaining…
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EP 202 | The Confidence Formula: 9 Daily Habits That Make a Difference
What if your biggest what-if wasn't about failure, but about success? This transformational question lies at the heart of confidence-building, as we explore the fundamental truth that confidence isn't innate—it's a skill carefully crafted through daily habits and mindset shifts. Perhaps most...
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EP 201 | Navigating Postpartum, Business & Marriage: Dr. Nona Djavid’s Story of Transformation
Have you ever found yourself sobbing, wondering how you ended up so far from the life you actually want? That's exactly where Dr. Nona found herself—a successful business owner with 13 employees, a new baby, and a marriage that wasn't working. Despite checking all the boxes of conventional…
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EP 200 | Why Do We Hold Onto Things That No Longer Serve Us?
We all have them—relationships, jobs, habits, or beliefs that once served us well but now hold us back. Yet something keeps us hanging on, trapped in a comfortable prison of our own making. Why is letting go so difficult, even when we know it's time? This episode dives deep into our reluctance to...
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EP 199 | They Say These Are the 6 Habits to Have. Here Are Mine.
What if the key to transforming your life isn't about finding more time, but about how you use the time you already have? After years of research and personal experimentation, I've identified six powerful habits that consistently appear in the routines of high-performing individuals across...
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EP 198 | From $400 to Self-Made: Jenna Banks on Breaking Free, Betting on Herself, and Choosing Self-Love
Could you imagine starting your journey to success with just $400 into your business? Meet Jenna Banks, an inspiring entrepreneur who transformed her challenging upbringing into a remarkable tale of perseverance and triumph. Raised in a strict household, Jenna made a courageous decision at the…
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EP 197 | Stop Talking, Start Doing: Making Every Meeting & Day Matter
Unleash your potential by turning endless chatter into powerful action. Join me, Lisa Tarkington, on the Confident Podcast as we tackle the pervasive issue of unproductive meetings and conversations that hinder progress. Did you know that professionals spend 35% of their time in meetings, with a...
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EP 196 | What’s In and What’s Out for Personal & Professional Development This Year
What’s in and what’s out for professional development in 2025? In this episode of The Confident Podcast, I break down the trends shaping how we grow—ditching outdated, cookie-cutter approaches and embracing strategies that truly align with our values. We’ll explore what habits, mindsets, and...
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EP 195 | The best pieces of advice I have ever been given
Have you ever been paralyzed by self-doubt or felt like an imposter in your own life? I've been there too, and on this episode of the Confident Podcast, I share how stepping into my authentic self transformed both my confidence and leadership skills. Join me as I recount the invaluable advice…
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EP 194 | Late to Love, Right on Time: How Self-Discovery Strengthened Our Relationship
What if finding true love starts with falling in love with yourself? On this episode of The Confident Podcast, I invite my husband, Marc Tarkington, to join me as we reflect on our journey of self-discovery and how it laid the foundation for our marriage. We pull back the curtains on our…
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EP 193 | Why Every Big-Picture Thinker Needs a Strategic Right-Hand with Kelsey Snyder
Trying to do it all isn’t always the best strategy. Lisa Tarkington opens up about the challenges of stepping back from day-to-day operations and embracing her role as a visionary. She’s joined by Kelsey Schneider, the integrator who keeps things running behind the scenes, to talk about the push...
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EP 192 | Understanding Stress: Finding Your Triggers and How to Manage Them with Princess Castleberry
Uncover the keys to building confidence and navigating stress in this inspiring episode of The Confident Podcast. Host Lisa Tarkington sits down with Global Speaker, Princess Castleberry to explore how self-awareness, managing triggers, and embracing the present can transform your leadership and...
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EP 191 | Part 2: Confidence, Sobriety and the Power of Second Chances
This is Part 2 of 2. In this week's episode, our host Lisa Tarkington continues her conversation from last week with Adam Wittbrodt, Marc Tarkington, and Peter Buist about sobriety and self-discovery. These courageous men delve deeper into the emotional challenges of recovery, from confronting…
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EP 190 | Part 1: Confidence, Sobriety, and the Power of Second Chances
This is Part 1 of 2. What if the path to your best self began with a single brave step forward? Join our host, Lisa Tarkington, as she sits down with her husband Marc and two inspiring individuals, Adam Wittbrodt and Peter Buist, to explore their personal paths to sobriety and the lessons they’ve...
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EP 189 | Ask Lisa: Answering Your Questions from Imposter Syndrome to Building Confidence
We’re kicking off 2025 with another exciting ‘Ask Lisa’ episode! Kelsey Snyder, Director of Lead, is stepping in as guest host to ask Lisa Tarkington, some of your most pressing questions. From overcoming imposter syndrome to building confidence, strengthening leadership, and achieving personal…
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EP 188 | Top 5 Unwrapped: #1 Empowering You to Refuel Guilt-Free and Have a Confident Recharge
Join us as we count down our Top 5 of 2024 in the Top 5 Unwrapped Series! Topping the list at #1 in our Top 5 Unwrapped countdown is EP 142: Empowering You to Refuel Guilt-Free and Have a Confident Recharge. This episode struck a chord with listeners by focusing on the importance of self-care and...
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EP 187 | Top 5 Unwrapped: #2 The Power of Positivity: How to Be a More Positive & Supportive Friend with Tara Williams and Jessica Robinson
Join us as we count down our Top 5 of 2024 in the Top 5 Unwrapped Series! At #2 in our Top 5 Unwrapped countdown is EP 147: The Power of Positivity: How to Be a More Positive & Supportive Friend with Tara Williams and Jessica Robinson. This heartwarming episode is all about the impact of…
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EP 186 | Top 5 Unwrapped: #3 How to Stay Confident After a Career Setback with Kelsey Snyder
Join us as we count down our Top 5 of 2024 in the Top 5 Unwrapped Series! Ranked #3 in our Top 5 Unwrapped countdown, EP 163: How to Stay Confident After a Career Setback with Kelsey Snyder is all about resilience and bouncing back stronger than ever. Kelsey opens up about handling setbacks,...
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EP 185 | Top 5 Unwrapped: #4 Silencing the Inner Critic, Strategies for Confidence with R1SE CEO Trevor Szafranski
Join us as we count down our Top 5 of 2024 in the Top 5 Unwrapped Series! At #4 in our Top 5 Unwrapped countdown, we revisit EP 139: Silencing the Inner Critic, Strategies for Confidence with R1SE CEO Trevor Szafranski. In this empowering episode, Trevor shares practical advice on overcoming...
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Ep 183 | Leadership Lessons from Logan: Empowering Your Team for Success
Leadership isn’t just about being the boss or making the final call—it’s about creating an environment where your team feels like they’re running the show. It’s about building trust, making hard decisions, and having the confidence to lead through uncertainty. In this episode, I’m joined by my…
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EP 182 | Why It's Perfectly Fine to Experience 'Off' Days
In this episode, I'll be talking about having ‘off’ days. You know those days when you just don’t feel like yourself? Whether it’s a lack of motivation, feeling overwhelmed, or simply not being at your best, it’s essential to acknowledge that these moments are part of the human experience - and...
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EP 181 | End the Year as an Effective Leader
As we step into the final months of 2024, I want to take a moment to explore the incredibly important topic of leadership. In this episode, we’re going to chat about how you can show up as a leader, no matter your level or title. Leadership isn’t just for those in management positions – it’s...
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EP 180 | Your Guide To Mastering Boundaries with Sarah Weisbarth
In this episode, I sat down with Sarah Weisbarth to chat about something we all know is important but can be tough to tackle, and that’s setting boundaries. Whether you’re trying to find balance at work, at home or just in life in general, setting boundaries is key to protecting your time and...
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EP 179 | Could You Be on the Verge of Burnout?
In this episdoe, we’re tackling a topic that hits home for many of us: burnout. In our fast-paced world, it’s become all too common to feel exhausted, disconnected, or even lost in our purpose. Burnout is the result of pushing ourselves to the limit—mentally, physically, and emotionally. Today, I...
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EP 178 | How This 10 Letter Word Changed My Life with TedX Speaker and Author Ginny Priem
Confidence is something that you will always need to work on—it’s not a one-and-done kind of thing. There are moments of growth, setbacks, and learning, but there was one 10-letter word that completely changed my life and how I view confidence. Today, we’re going to explore what that word is, how...
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EP 177: Tired of ‘Faking’ Confidence? Here’s How to Feel It For Real with Mallory Campbell
This episode is full of talking about confidence, but also about listening to our intuition, understanding our bodies, and diving into learning about how we choose ourselves. Join me and Mallory Campbell, Trauma Informed Master Coach, as we discuss how to embody true empowerment from the inside…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Confident Podcast with host Lisa Tarkington, a certified coach, keynote speaker, and leadership strategist.
Lisa brings her contagious energy, real conversations, and the signature leadership support to help you navigate the mindset, strategy, and habits required to have confidence in today’s world.
Whether you’re navigating imposter syndrome, facing a tough transition, or simply ready to grow, you’ll find motivation, clarity, and the confidence to lead yourself and others well. Each episode blends practical tools, powerful stories, and adventure-inspired insights to help you strengthen your self-awareness, protect your time, operate in your genius, and lead with more confidence and clarity—without burnout or second-guessing.
This isn’t just talk, it’s your playbook for becoming the kind of leader people trust, respect, and remember.
Subscribe now and start stepping into your full potential—one bold action at a time.
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