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How to Own Who You're Not and Build Real Confidence now

Nicole Kalil wrote "Validation is For Parking" to bring balance to the fact that 92% of business books are written by men. Her message challenges the "confidence con"—the false and mixed messages women receive around how to look confident versus how to be confident, which can lead to self-loathing and perfectionism. A crucial insight from chapter 5: understanding what you're not meant for is just as important as knowing your passions and talents. Building confidence starts by taking action and challenging yourself to grow, but you need to look inside yourself—not to external validation or approval—to find lasting confidence. For women 50+, navigating ageism and sexism in the workplace becomes a form of self-empowerment. By understanding and addressing discrimination, you can take charge of your career path, assert your worth, and ensure your skills and experience are valued. Remember: saying yes to something means saying no to something else. Choose intentionally, embrace who you're not, and recognize that confidence is an inside job.

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Discovery Calls vs Free Consultation: What you need to know

If you're confused about the difference between a discovery call and a free consultation call, you're not alone. Discovery calls allow coaches to learn about potential clients' needs, but unfortunately, many coaches are trained to agitate pain points and present themselves as the obvious solution—which can feel manipulative and salesy. A free consultation call takes a broader look at your needs, and if the coach isn't the ideal fit, they can provide recommendations or referrals. This is how you demonstrate value even before working together. As a psychotherapist-turned-business strategist, I want to uncomplicate the process of choosing and hiring a coach. Because if you need shoes, you don't go barefoot when the first pair doesn't fit. It's worth taking the time to find your right-fit coach.

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Transform Your Identity as a High Achiever: 6 Essential Steps to Writing a Book

Are you a high achiever looking to transform your identity? Writing a book is a great way to do just that.  In this blog, I share the highlights from my conversation with Kim O'Hara who will discuss her experience of transitioning to book coaching and how writing a book can help you achieve greater visibility, credibility, and authority. She'll share her own personal journey of what it was like to write a book, especially the challenge of "letting go" of what she thought her book should be about.

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