Full Confidence Ahead

A Talk with Mr. Inspiration | Taylor Shields

Utah's Mr. Inspiration, Taylor Shields, and his parents join us to talk about the challenges and joys of Taylor's Down Syndrome. As Mr. Inspiration, Taylor is an advocate for special needs adults in the state and is a joy and friend to anyone who meets him. 

Failure is the Key to Success | Katie Ann Powell

What is failure? Is failure bad? Frequently the word failure is used with a negative connotation, yet often is the key to success.
In this episode, host Katie Ann explores how failure can be a key to success. 

Credit 201 | Katie Ann Powell

Financial Counselor and Host of the Full Confidence Ahead Podcast, Katie Ann Powell, take the mystery out of a credit score.
This is part two of two. Please listen to Credit 101 before continuing to this episode.
Do you want to build, rebuild, or improve your credit score. This episode if for you! This episode will tell you exactly what is behind your score and how you can improve it. 

Credit 101 | Katie Ann Powell

Financial Counselor and Host of Full Confidence Ahead Podcast, Katie Ann Powell, takes the mystery out of a credit score. 
Do you want to raise your credit score? Rebuild? Build? This episode is for you. Get to know all things credit, what is it, how to use it, and how to get the best credit score possible.
This is a two part episode. Please continue listening to Credit 201 next week.

Investing 101 | Steve Selengut

Retirement Investment Coach and author of Retirement Money Secrets, Steve Selengut, walks Full Confidence Ahead Listeners through Investing 101. The Stock Market no longer needs to be a scary or four letter word in your house hold! Listen in and share with a friend.
 
More on Steve:
https://theincomecoach.net/

How to have productive conversations in the work place | Dr. William Elder

Will Elder received a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Utah. He has served in multiple roles at the South Texas VA Hospital in San Antonio, including Military Sexual Trauma Coordinator, Director of the PTSD Clinical Team, and Evidence-Based Treatment Coordinator. Will has received awards from divisions of the American Psychological Association (APA) for Practitioner of the Year and Distinguished Professional Contribution. He is on the editorial board of the APA journal, The Psychology of Men and Masculinities, is a professor at the University of Texas Medical School, and has published research about the psychology of men, women and career development, and the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder. After work, Will  enjoys exploring small towns of Texas, fitness, and mindfulness practice. 
 
Dr. Elder:
https://www.sugarvalleytherapy.com/

Happiness is a Skill: How to Get it and Maintain it in the Work Place| Jessica Weiss

Jessica Weiss, a happiness expert and researcher, explains that happiness is a more than the feeling of getting up on the right side of bed, it's a deeper lasting and sustaining state of being. Jessica talks through the three pillars to happiness and how to have them in personal and professional life.
 
Connect with Jessica here:
https://www.jessicaweiss.com/

From Modest Upbringing to CEO: An Immigrant Success Journey | Manuel Amorim

Manuel Amorim is a distinguished individual with a background in engineering and business, whose journey epitomizes immigrant success through hard work and education. His perspective on the topic of "immigrant success through hard work and education" is deeply rooted in his own experiences, drawing inspiration from his great grandfather who immigrated to Brazil with nothing and worked his way up from being a trash collector to starting his own business. Manuel believes that despite the barriers and prejudice immigrants face, they can overcome these challenges and succeed through hard work, dedication, and the pursuit of quality education. His own journey from a humble upbringing to becoming a successful CEO and investor is a testament to this belief. Join Katie Ann Powell and Manuel Amorim on this episode of the Full Confidence Ahead podcast to hear more about his inspiring journey and insights.
 
(00:04:52) From Modest Upbringing to CEO: Manuel's Journey
(00:11:23) From Trash Collector to Successful Entrepreneur
(00:16:23) Overcoming Societal Barriers: The Immigrant Journey
(00:20:05) "The Secret of Culture Change: Manuel Amorim's Insights"
(00:28:56) The Transformative Power of Leader Behavior
(00:28:56) The Transformative Power of Authentic Stories
 
The Secret of Culture Change Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Culture-Change-Authentic-Organization/dp/1523004924

Change your paradigm, Change your world | Cindy Powell

Have you ever wanted to know how to live an effective life or how to be successful? Cindy believes that an effective life starts with your paradigm and your perspective on life. 
Cindy Powell lived as an expatriate in both Japan and China for over 11 years. When she came back to the United States, she began volunteering at Bridal Up Hope teaching the 7 habits of highly successful people along with equestrian training. Her episode will give you perspectives on how to live your life to the fullest. 

The Hidden Dangers of Social Media Consumerism | Katie Hass

In this podcast episode, Katie Ann Powell and Katie Hass, director of the Division of Consumer Protection, delve into the world of consumer protection and the impact of social media on consumer behavior. They emphasize the need for companies to provide honest information to consumers and the role of the Division of Consumer Protection in addressing complaints and enforcing regulations. The conversation explores the dangers of social media, including scams and misleading advertisements, and the importance of verifying the legitimacy of products and websites before making a purchase. They also discuss the harms of social media on body image and addiction, highlighting the need for setting boundaries and seeking genuine human connection. The impact of social media on consumerism is examined, stressing the importance of being mindful consumers and managing finances effectively. The episode concludes by mentioning valuable resources for financial management and confidence-building. Overall, this episode offers valuable insights into consumer protection, social media influence, and the importance of setting boundaries and being mindful consumers.
 
Division of Consumer Protection - https://dcp.utah.gov/
 
(00:00:04) Consumer Protection Division in Utah
(00:05:49) Balancing Consumer Protection
(00:11:15) The Influence of Social Media
(00:16:33) Harms of Social Media
(00:21:40) The Impact of Social Media on Consumerism
(00:26:35) Consumerism and Setting Boundaries
(00:31:44) Utah Money Moms: Empowering Financial Education