• From Wardrobe to Boardroom! Dress for Confidence and Impact - with Jenn Lee Duggan
    Aug 21 2024

    In this week's episode, we dive into the transformative power of clothing and how dressing well can significantly boost your confidence. We welcome Jen Lee Duggan, CEO and founder of Peak Women, to the show. Jen's company is dedicated to designing corporate wear that empowers women to feel confident and stand out for all the right reasons. Learn about the psychology of clothing and how Peak Women's confidence blazer is helping women gain career success.

    Join Jodie as she shares personal stories and practical tips on how to use your wardrobe to elevate your mindset and present yourself with confidence.

    In this episode, we explore:

    • The importance of dressing well and its impact on your mindset.
    • The concept of "enclosed cognition" and how your attire can influence your performance.
    • The importance of finding clothes that genuinely make you feel good.
    • Practical advice on choosing the right outfit for various professional settings.

    This episode is packed with valuable advice on using your wardrobe to boost your confidence and achieve your career goals. Tune in to discover how you can harness the power of clothing to become the confident woman you've always wanted to be.

    We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!

    x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Wome www.RiseWomen.com

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    42 mins
  • How to STOP Overthinking - with Rosemary Gattuso
    Aug 1 2024

    In today’s episode of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast, we delve into the crippling world of overthinking and how it can erode your confidence. We talk with Rosemary Gattuso, an expert in alternative dispute resolution, family mediation, and restorative justice practices. Rosemary, a chronic overthinker herself, has harnessed the power of reflection to transform her life and authored a book to help others do the same.

    Join us as we explore:

    • The debilitating effects of overthinking and how it can paralyse your decision-making process.
    • Why some people have a tendency to overthink.
    • Practical techniques to catch yourself in the act of overthinking and strategies to flip the narrative.
    • The importance of self-belief and how it plays a crucial role in overcoming overthinking.
    • How to transform negative self-talk into empowering personal growth and resilience.

    With Rosemary’s extensive background in mediation and her insights into the brain science around overthinking, this episode is packed with valuable advice on managing overthinking and building confidence.

    Tune in to gain insights and practical tools to help you break free from the cycle of overthinking and move towards a more confident, empowered life.

    x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women

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    42 mins
  • From WIGS to WINE! Embracing the uniqueness of You - with Rebecca Saunders
    Jul 10 2024

    Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have Rebecca Saunders, a champagne-drinking serial entrepreneur, business and life advisor, and a proud hair-free alopecia warrior.

    Rebecca's journey is nothing short of incredible. Moving to Sydney at 22, she founded her own video production company, only to see all her clients cancel during COVID. Yet, she transformed her business, achieving its highest revenue year ever. During this time, she also made the brave decision to stop wearing a wig after 25 years, embracing her uniqueness and turning it into her superpower.

    In this episode, we dive into:

    • Rebecca's path to building her confidence and finally taking off the wig
    • The importance of embracing your uniqueness and turning it into a strength
    • The stepping stones and small actions that lead to big transformations

    Rebecca's story is a testament to resilience, bravery, and the power of being authentically yourself. Her journey will inspire you to take those small steps towards your own confidence and embrace who you truly are.

    We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!

    x Jodie & Anastasia RiSe Women

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    43 mins
  • How to NEVER let the challenges stop you - with Renee Hayes
    Jun 19 2024

    We are thrilled to be back with another season of the Secrets of Confident Women Podcast!

    Our first guest this year is bestselling fantasy novel author, Renee Hayes who is truly a dream architect. Renee always wanted to be a fantasy novel writer from an early age however, life had other plans. She left home at 15, found herself as a single mum and worked hard to buy herself and her daughter their first home at 24 years old. Then, a debilitating back injury left her bedridden but, despite being in excruciating pain and lying flat on her back. She grabbed a notebook and penned her first novel. Here first novel received critical acclaim and she is now writing her 3rd novel.

    From overcoming adversity to conquering her dreams, Renee’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance, resilience and unwavering determination.

    In this episode, we discuss what it takes to overcome some big life challenges and to NEVER let them get in the way of your dreams.

    X Jodie & Anastasia

    RiSe Women

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    37 mins
  • Celebrating the BESTof 2023
    Dec 13 2023

    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

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    20 mins
  • 3 Best Ways to Conquer Self-Doubt
    Nov 29 2023

    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

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    19 mins
  • Being in the Driver’s Seat of your Career - with Randi Roberts
    Nov 23 2023

    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

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    30 mins
  • Breaking Through Adversity to Thrive in Business - with Bethany Gettis
    Oct 25 2023

    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

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    35 mins