S2E6 Renata Koch Alvarenga: Self-Confidence Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait

Ever feel like you're not confident enough to go after what you want? What if confidence isn't something you're born with, it's something you build?In this episode, Renata Koch Alvarenga, a climate leader, Harvard-trained public policy expert, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and the first young Brazilian to speak at the UN Commission on the Status of Women, shares how she shows up in rooms that weren't built for her. Discover practical tips and inspiring anecdotes that will help you build self-confidence, regardless of societal expectations and external pressures.02:11 Renata's Background03:41 Self-Confidence is Political 06:50 Navigating Public Speaking and Self-Doubt11:04 Balancing Authenticity and Professionalism24:01 Dealing with Failure and Seeking Validation29:51 Exploring Professional Identity Beyond Work30:20 Navigating Work-Life Balance and Personal Identity33:06 The Impact of Age and  Challenges of Youth in Professional Spaces 40:49 Overcoming Structural Barriers and Gatekeeping43:51 The Journey of Self-Confidence and Vulnerability47:58 Embracing Childhood Boldness and Unapologetic Dreams53:03 Final Thoughts on Belonging and TransformationFind Renata on:https://www.instagram.com/renatakochalvarenga/https://linkedin.com/in/renatakochalvarengaLearn more about EmpoderaClima, Renata's NGO https://www.empoderaclima.org/https://www.instagram.com/empoderaclima/Follow us on social media for more useful content​https://www.tiktok.com/@theadultstableshow http://instagram.com/theadultstableshowGet our really cool merch, including the comfiest & cutest sweatshirt :)https://theadultstableshow.printful.me/