Full Confidence Ahead

The Power of Collaboration: Empowering Women and Girls | Dr. Susan Madsen

Dr. Susan Madsen, a renowned community leader in Utah, discusses her initiatives to empower women and girls in the latest episode of the Full Confidence Ahead podcast. As the founding director of the Utah Women Leadership Project, Dr. Madsen has launched the Boulder Way Forward Initiative, which aims to address various challenges faced by women in Utah through collaboration and systemic change. The conversation focuses on Dr. Madsen's personal journey and the importance of education and purpose in empowering women. They also discuss the significance of male allyship and the need for change in creating a more inclusive and equal society. The episode concludes with a discussion on the Boulder Way Forward Initiative's 18 different spokes and how listeners can get involved. Overall, this episode highlights the importance of confidence, leadership, and collective action in promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls.
(00:00:04) Dr. Susan Madsen: Empowering Women in Utah
(00:05:18) The Drive for Education
(00:10:57) The Power of Purpose
(00:16:47) The Need for Change
(00:22:23) The Boulder Way Forward
(00:29:00) Developing Confidence and Leadership

Breaking Through Bias: Navigating Our Polarized News | Sarah Weaver

Navigating news in a polarized world is a challenge, but it is crucial to be informed and critically evaluate news sources. In a conversation between Katie Ann Powell and Sarah Weaver, they discuss the changing landscape of news consumption and the impact of news on communities. They emphasize the need to be cautious about news sources, understanding motivations and biases. Misinformation and disinformation are also discussed, highlighting the importance of being critical readers. Navigating online news and ensuring credibility is emphasized, as well as the importance of engaging in conversations and seeking diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the challenges and responsibility of staying informed and the need for media literacy and ethical journalism.
(00:00:04) Navigating News in a Polarized World
(00:06:02) Evaluating News Sources
(00:12:59) Navigating News Bias
(00:19:20) Navigating Online News
(00:26:06) Navigating News and Engaging in Conversations
(00:33:02) The Power of Information

Preparing for Success: Female CPAs Lead the Way | Susan Speirs

This captivating episode of the podcast explores the importance of tax and fiscal policy, the power of female leadership, and the need for individuals to prepare for success in order to achieve their goals. With the celebration of the accomplishments of female CPAs in the traditionally male-dominated field of accounting, this episode highlights the significance of family and business balance, as well as the need for individuals to speak up and be heard. Furthermore, the episode provides great resources for understanding the importance of managing money and developing essential life skills. Ultimately, this inspiring episode focuses on the need for individuals to prepare for success in order to achieve their goals.
(00:00:04) Tax and Fiscal Policy
(00:05:32) Family and Business Balance
(00:11:33) Women CPA Pioneers
(00:17:32) Speaking Up and Being Heard
(00:23:26) Preparing for Success

The ins and outs of entrepreneurship | Scott Evanson

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be an entrepreneur? Or how does it feel to have your company acquired? In this episode, Scott Evanson, a successful founder, CEO, entrepreneur, and mentor, runs us through what it is really like to own your own business. If you're thinking of starting your own company, this episode will give you tips and tricks on where and how to start.
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Overcoming Impostor Syndrome: The Utah Women’s Leadership Journey | Dr. Tulinda Larsen

This podcast episode highlights the inspiring stories of two women who have overcome Impostor Syndrome through hard work and determination: Dr. Tulinda Larsen and Katie Ann Powell. They discuss initiatives like the Utah Women's Leadership Initiative and concepts such as Partnering for Equality and Equal Parenting to help people gain the knowledge and confidence to make sound financial decisions and achieve their goals. Utah Money Moms provides a wealth of resources to help people learn the basics of financial management, turn their dreams into reality, and become financially independent. Through these initiatives and concepts, people can develop the skills they need to break through barriers and achieve success.
(00:00:00) Dr. Talinda Larson
(00:05:30) Dr. Larson's Career Journey
(00:11:50) Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
(00:18:16) Partnering for Equality
(00:24:06) Equal Parenting

Investing in Well-Being: Finding Inner Peace | Lydia Marquardt

In this episode of Full Confidence Ahead, host Katie Ann Powell and freelance translator, researcher, and coach Lydia Marquardt discussed the importance of investing in one's well-being and happiness. They discussed how to bridge the divide between freelancers and the people they work for, and how to find inner peace and happiness in moments of stress. Lydia suggested savoring practices such as meditations, journaling, reflecting, and meditating, and encouraged people to embrace the things that nourish and sustain them. They also discussed the importance of listening and understanding when engaging in conversations with people who have different opinions, and Lydia shared her advice to her younger self to trust herself and not need to prove anything to anyone.
 
Episode Outline
(00:05:27) Bridging Freelancer Divides
(00:00:04) Freelancing Happiness
(00:26:06) Building Inner Resources
(00:21:01) Prioritizing Well-Being
(00:15:48) Well-Being and Stress
(00:10:39) Well-Being and Happiness
 
Connect with Lydia:
https://freelancing-happiness.com/

Healing & Self-Acceptance: A Journey | Yasmine Hatoum

Beginning with the captivating detail that Yasmine Hatoum is a certified coach, healer, certified Assessor in Emotional Intelligence, Christian strengths coach, soul coaching practitioner, cultural talent leader, and HR project manager, Katie Ann Powell and Yasmine Hatoum discussed the importance of healing and self-acceptance on the podcast "Confidence Ahead". They shared their own journeys of healing, which included meditation, changing eating habits, and taking coaching sessions. They also discussed the importance of understanding and accepting the learnings from the past in order to move forward, and the importance of believing in oneself and having confidence in one's journey. They both offered their coaching services, which can be found on Instagram and YouTube, and encouraged listeners to focus on the positive aspects of life and accept the negatives.
 
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=coach_yasminehatoum
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_yasminehatoum/ 

The Power of Neurodiversity | Alyssa DeHart

In this episode, Alyssa DeHart defines neurodiversity and neurodivergent and emphasizes the importance of both in the workplace and in communities. Resources for parents of neurodivergent and diverse individuals are discussed. 
For more information and resources visit Utah Parent Center:
https://utahparentcenter.org/

Mastering Mindset for Entrepreneurial Success | Keaton Walker

Get ready to tackle your fears and gain full confidence ahead with host Katie Ann Powell and guest Keaton Walker in this must-listen podcast episode! As a successful YouTuber, entrepreneur, and consultant, Keaton shares his journey and valuable insights on various topics from relationships to careers to community. In this inspiring conversation, you'll learn about the importance of mindset, deep work, and rewarding oneself to achieve success. Don't miss out on this motivating episode filled with practical advice and real-life experiences. Subscribe now to Full Confidence Ahead and gain the confidence to take on anything!
 
You can connect with Keaton here: https://itskeaton.com/
 
[00:00:04] Entrepreneurial Journey of YouTuber and Consultant[00:03:53] Guest's Entrepreneurial Beginnings and Family Influences[00:07:30] The Pitfalls of Focusing on Vanity Metrics[00:11:02] The Power of Small Rewards in Entrepreneurship[00:14:54] The Power of Deep Work for Success[00:18:38] The Power of Mindset in Business Success[00:22:03] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Negative Thoughts[00:25:37] Taming the Lower Brain for Entrepreneurial Success[00:29:17] Building self-confidence and financial management

Discovering Purpose and Overcoming Fear | Kris Domokos

Welcome to the "Full Confidence Ahead" podcast, hosted by the inspiring Katie Ann Powell. In this episode, she invites former football coach turned life coach, Kris Domokos, to share his wonderful journey and insights. Kris shares his extensive international experience and how he found his passion for coaching people in life skills. Their conversation is packed with advice on soul-searching, finding strengths, and creating meaningful relationships. They also discuss how COVID has made people value connection. Kris inspires with his story of creating his own business and advises listeners to believe in themselves and appreciate their potential. Tune in to Full Confidence Ahead and discover how to boost your confidence and achieve your dreams!
Connect with Kris here:
https://www.krisdomokos.com/