GRASP Confidence | Personal Growth for Leaders and High Performers

What if confidence wasn't something you had to find but something you could build, every single day?   In this week's episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Drew Norton, better known as The Everyday Sales Leader — a dynamic self-development coach, sales consultant, and co-host of The Everyday Leader Podcast. With a background spanning sales, hiring, recruiting, and leadership training across multiple industries, Drew knows exactly what it takes to transform potential into performance. From the first few minutes, you'll hear why confidence isn't just a trait — it's a skill, a mindset, and a muscle that compounds over time. As Drew puts it, "The more confident I am, the more success seems to follow." Through years of real-world experience leading and developing teams, Drew has learned that sustainable success isn't about chasing outcomes — it's about cultivating who you are becoming along the way. He shares candidly about his early years in sales and the uncomfortable moments that built his foundation. "I've failed more than I've succeeded," he admits, "but every failure taught me something about how to lead better, listen deeper, and show up stronger." In this episode, Tara and Drew unpack how confidence drives consistency, how mindset fuels leadership, and why authentic connection is the true currency of influence. The conversation moves beyond sales metrics or motivational clichés — it's about mastering the inner game that drives all outer results. Drew explains that confidence and competence are inseparable twins: one fuels the other. "When you show up confident, people feel it. But that confidence only sticks when it's backed by preparation, self-awareness, and genuine care for others." As Tara reflects, confidence isn't arrogance — it's alignment. It's that quiet inner assurance that allows you to lead with integrity and take decisive action even when the outcome isn't guaranteed. If you've ever doubted your ability to lead, sell, or inspire others — this conversation will reignite your belief that you already have what it takes. Drew's story proves that everyday leadership doesn't happen in boardrooms or on big stages; it happens in the small moments of choice. He reminds listeners that leadership begins with self-leadership. You can't expect others to follow where you haven't gone first. "If I'm not leading myself — my energy, my mindset, my standards — then I'm asking others to do what I'm unwilling to do," Drew says. That's the kind of radical ownership that defines the everyday leader mindset. Together, Drew and Tara dive into how confidence transforms sales conversations into meaningful connections — not through persuasion, but through authenticity. When you stop trying to prove your value and start believing in it, people respond differently. You stop selling and start serving. After listening to this episode, you'll feel empowered to view every challenge as training, every rejection as redirection, and every success as confirmation that confidence is earned, not inherited. If you're ready to build unstoppable momentum in your career, leadership, or personal growth; this episode is your blueprint.   Tune in to discover: How to transform fear into fuel through daily confidence rituals. Why authenticity always outperforms tactics in sales and leadership. The simple mindset shift that turns pressure into purpose. How to lead yourself first — so you can lead others better.   Tara and Drew leave you with one challenge: choose to show up confident today. Not because everything is perfect, but because you've decided to keep your promises to yourself.    "The difference between those who talk about success and those who live it is the willingness to act in faith before the evidence appears."   🎧 Listen now and start building the kind of confidence that compounds.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

Own Your Apostrophe: Energy, Alignment, and the Confidence to Create Your Reality   In this transformative episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Priya Rani—a powerhouse speaker, strategist, and founder of Social Apostrophe Inc., a multidimensional branding and marketing firm dedicated to helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs and leaders rise above the noise with clarity, creativity, and conviction. Named one of North Carolina's "50 Women to Know," Priya brings a rare combination of business acumen and spiritual insight to her work. With dual master's degrees in business and leadership, she has mastered the art of bridging strategy with soul—helping clients align their energy, purpose, and presence to build not just brands, but legacies. This episode goes far beyond traditional entrepreneurship. Together, Tara and Priya explore the deeper layers of confidence, energy, and manifestation, revealing how internal alignment shapes external success. In this episode, you'll discover: How to connect energy and intention to manifest greater opportunities in business and life. The importance of alignment—why your thoughts, beliefs, and actions must move in the same direction to create results. How to silence external negativity and overcome limiting beliefs that often hold entrepreneurs back. Ways to identify and release money blocks so you can welcome abundance with ease and confidence. The spiritual and psychological shifts required to lead with authenticity, clarity, and conviction. Priya's journey is a testament to what happens when purpose and energy align. Through Social Apostrophe Inc., she continues to empower others to embrace their unique voice, reframe self-doubt, and understand that true confidence is an energetic state—one that begins long before strategy takes shape. This conversation is for every entrepreneur, creative, or leader ready to rewrite their story, trust their intuition, and take bold steps toward a more purposeful, prosperous future. Connect with Priya Rani: Website: www.socialapostrophe.com Instagram (Personal): @priyarani.thefounder Instagram (Brand): @socialapostrophe     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if your entire life...your success, your goals, your identity changed in one single moment?   For Dean Otto, that moment came without warning. One minute, he was at the top of his game; leading global sales accounts for world-class brands like Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount Global, and McDonald's. He was a corporate powerhouse, known for his drive, his results, and his ability to lead high-performing teams across the globe. But the next moment changed everything. A near-fatal accident on a quiet road left Dean broken—physically, mentally, and spiritually. His doctors weren't sure if he would ever walk again, let alone run, lead, or live the life he once knew. Everything he had worked for seemed to vanish in an instant. Yet, that's not where the story ends. It's where it begins. Because Dean Otto didn't just survive—he finished the ride. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dean to explore how one man's unimaginable setback became a life-defining transformation—and how belief, courage, and forgiveness can turn pain into purpose.   Before the accident Dean's life was a masterclass in achievement. For over three decades, he built a career that most people only dream of—climbing through the ranks of global giants like Pillsbury, Frito-Lay, and KPMG before transitioning into the fast-paced world of tech startups like Marigold and Braze. At Braze, he served as a Senior Strategic Global Account Lead, managing some of the company's most high-profile clients and leading teams that drove millions in revenue. His results were extraordinary—so much so that in 2024, Dean was recognized as Braze's Top Global Salesperson. But behind the success, there was a deeper story forming—one about the power of belief, the importance of grace, and the strength it takes to rebuild not just a career, but a life. That story would take center stage after the accident that changed everything. The crash left Dean with a broken spine and a new reality: the possibility that he would never walk again. Yet, rather than surrendering to despair, he made a decision—a decision rooted in belief. "Belief isn't a feeling," Dean says. "It's a decision. Every single day, I had to choose to believe that something greater was possible." That choice became the cornerstone of his comeback and the foundation of his life's new mission: to help others find the same strength within themselves.   Dean's mission today Dean Otto is on a mission to inspire the world—not just through what he's survived, but through what he's learned. In his keynote, Finish the Ride: The Power of Belief in Action, Dean brings his story to life in vivid, heart-stopping detail. But this talk—and this podcast episode—isn't just about one man's accident. It's about every single person who has ever felt broken, stuck, or afraid that their best days are behind them. Dean shares how belief became the engine that powered his recovery—how forgiveness transformed pain into peace, and how faith gave him the strength to rise again.   Through this deeply emotional and practical conversation, you'll learn: 💡 Why belief is more than motivation—it's a daily decision that shapes your outcomes. 💪 How to rebuild confidence when life breaks you open and everything feels uncertain. ❤️ What it really means to forgive, and how it frees you to move forward. 🌱 How to find purpose in pain—and use it to inspire others. 🔥 Why true leadership begins not in success, but in surrender.   Dean doesn't just speak about belief; he embodies it. He takes us through the moment he met the man who hit him—and how that encounter became one of the most powerful examples of forgiveness the world has ever seen. Together, they turned tragedy into triumph, pain into partnership, and impossibility into a race that would inspire thousands. When Dean says "Finish the Ride," it's not just a phrase—it's a calling. It's about finishing what life starts, no matter how hard the road. And as Tara and Dean dive deeper into his story, the message becomes clear: We don't need certainty to move forward—we need courage. We don't need to fix everything—we need to begin where we are. And when we do, we become the kind of people who finish the ride—and help someone else do the same. If you've ever faced a challenge that tested your faith, your confidence, or your identity, this episode is for you. Dean Otto's journey will remind you that you're stronger than you think—and that no matter how broken you feel, you can rebuild from within. Tune in to GRASP Confidence to experience: The power of belief in action The courage to choose forgiveness over fear The faith to take one more step, even when the finish line feels far away   💬 Here's what to do next: Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform. Share this conversation with someone who needs hope today. Follow GRASP Confidence for more stories of resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven living.   What this means for you This episode isn't just about what happened to Dean—it's about what happens next for you. Because the truth is, every one of us will face a moment when life breaks us open. The question isn't whether it will happen—it's what we'll do next. Dean's story is proof that when you meet that moment with belief, courage, and faith, you don't just survive. You rise.   💬 Final Thoughts From Broken to Unbreakable isn't just a story—it's a roadmap for anyone rebuilding their confidence, their faith, or their future. Dean Otto's journey reminds us that the most powerful transformations don't happen in moments of success—they happen in moments of surrender. It's in the broken places that we discover what's unbreakable within us. As you listen to this episode, take a moment to reflect on your own "ride." Where have you been tested? Where have you had to rebuild? And most importantly, where can you choose belief today? Because belief isn't about knowing how everything will work out. It's about trusting that, with every step, you're becoming the person who can handle it. So wherever you are on your journey, remember this: You are capable. You are chosen. You are stronger than you know.   It's time to finish the ride. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform. 💬 Share your favorite takeaway in the comments and tag @TaraLaFonGooch to join the conversation.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if success in life, business, and sports wasn't about chasing quick wins, but about anchoring yourself in vision, faith, and resilience?   Too often, leaders and athletes alike search for confidence in the wrong places; chasing trends, relying on surface strategies, or waiting for external validation. But today's guest, Dave Jones, has lived proof that lasting confidence and leadership are built on something far deeper. From professional hockey rinks across Europe to military service in the U.S. Air Force, and now as the founder of one of the world's largest Christian marketing agencies, Dave's journey shows us that true winning starts with mental toughness, faith, and vision. Dave Jones is not your average leader. He brings a rare combination of experiences: professional athlete, military veteran, entrepreneur, and sports psychology coach. In 2001, he founded M is Good, which has grown into an 8-figure Christian marketing agency serving leaders and organizations around the world. At the heart of his work is the R7 Process, a seven-step framework that helps leaders communicate vision with clarity and inspire teams to action. Whether he's consulting a business, coaching an athlete, or speaking on stage, Dave focuses on one mission: to help people unlock their hidden potential and live from purpose. Dave also holds a doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology and has worked with athletes from the NHL, NFL, and beyond through his Mental Toughness Training system. He knows firsthand that mindset can be the difference between burnout and breakthrough, both in sports and in leadership. In this episode, we dive into the most important lessons from his journey: Faith + Performance: How spiritual alignment creates a foundation for confidence and resilience. Mental Toughness Training: What elite athletes teach us about performing under pressure. Vision Wins: Why clarity of purpose is the ultimate competitive advantage. From Military to Marketing: How discipline and service shaped his approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. Christian Values in Business: How ethics, integrity, and faith can drive not only growth, but lasting impact.   Listening to Dave, you'll quickly realize this isn't just theory; it's practical wisdom you can apply right away. If you're a leader, you'll learn how to cast a vision that inspires your team, aligns daily actions with purpose, and drives measurable results. If you're an athlete or high performer, you'll see how mental toughness, resilience, and clarity can transform setbacks into stepping stones. If you're a faith-driven entrepreneur, you'll gain insight into building a thriving business without compromising your values.   Imagine approaching your next challenge with the same discipline Dave applied as a professional athlete, the same resilience he learned in the Air Force, and the same clarity of vision that now guides his 8-figure agency. That's what this conversation offers: a roadmap to winning with confidence, purpose, and impact. As Dave says, "Vision isn't just about where you're going—it's about why you're going there. When your vision aligns with your values, confidence follows." Don't miss this powerful conversation with Dave Jones—it's a blend of faith, performance psychology, and business leadership that will challenge and inspire you to see confidence in a whole new light.   👉 Connect with Dave Jones: Facebook: facebook.com/theMisgood LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dave-jones-ed-d-87847312 X (Twitter): x.com/themisgood   📘 Learn more about his book Vision Wins and the R7 Process at misgood.com And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to follow the podcast and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; your support helps us share conversations like this with more listeners around the world.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if leadership isn't about titles, authority, or control but about upgrading the very system that powers everything you do?   In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Eric Pfeiffer, author of Upgrade Your Leadership: 8 Foundational Tools to Overcome Drama, Build Trust, and Thrive Under Pressure. Eric believes that most leaders aren't failing because of a lack of intelligence or strategy—they're failing because they're running outdated leadership operating systems. And just like a smartphone that can't keep up without upgrades, leaders who fail to upgrade get stuck, stagnant, and ineffective. Eric's book introduces the Leadership Operating System (LOS)—a practical, visual, and repeatable framework that empowers leaders to build trust, lead with confidence, and create environments where people can thrive. It's not about piling on more leadership "apps" (books, podcasts, and quick-fix strategies) that never seem to stick. It's about upgrading the system itself—transforming how you think, act, and interact so that every tool, strategy, and resource actually works.   Why This Conversation Matters So many leaders today are overwhelmed. They're navigating toxic cultures, high turnover, constant pressure, and endless firefighting. Too often, the default response is to push harder, read another book, or add another "app" to the leadership toolkit—only to end up frustrated when nothing really changes. Eric calls this the "Bob problem." In his book, he shares the story of a financial leader who was brilliant with numbers but toxic in relationships. Bob thought everyone else was the problem, but in reality, his outdated operating system was holding him—and the entire company—back. Contrast that with leaders who recognize the need for transformation and choose to upgrade themselves first. They build teams that align, cultures that thrive, and organizations that can weather storms. This conversation isn't just theory; it's about what it takes to lead yourself and others well when it matters most.   What You'll Learn in This Episode Leadership Is a System, Not a Title Leadership isn't about having the corner office or the biggest paycheck. It's about influence, impact, and creating environments where people thrive. Eric shares why leadership is more about who you are becoming than the position you hold. The 8 Foundational Tools for Transformation From the EQ Matrix to the Trust Code, Eric walks through the simple, visual tools that make his Leadership Operating System memorable, practical, and scalable. These tools help leaders cut through drama, resolve conflict, and reproduce other leaders who reproduce leaders. How to Build Cultures That Last Toxic cultures aren't fixed by slogans on the wall—they're changed by upgrading the "how" behind what people do. Eric reveals how leaders can create shared playbooks that align attitudes, expectations, and behaviors across an organization. Why Responsibility Always Starts with You Every leader is tempted to blame others when things go wrong. But real leadership begins by owning your role. Eric shares his own story of early leadership mistakes—and how taking responsibility became the turning point in his growth. Confidence Under Pressure Whether you're leading a company, a team, or even your family, pressure is inevitable. Eric shows how the right operating system equips you to stay composed, build trust, and lead with clarity—even in high-stakes environments.   A Fresh Perspective on Leadership Eric challenges a common misconception: that leadership success comes from charisma, technical skill, or luck. In reality, leaders plateau not because they lack talent, but because they fail to upgrade themselves. The good news? Anyone can learn and grow. Leadership is a journey, not a destination. This episode will inspire you to see leadership not as something reserved for a select few, but as a calling that can be cultivated in everyday life. Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, manager, or simply someone who wants to show up better in your relationships, Eric's wisdom is accessible and transformative.   Why You Should Listen If you've ever felt like you're "raking water uphill" in leadership—constantly exhausted, frustrated with your team, or unsure how to inspire others—this episode is for you. Eric doesn't just share ideas; he shares tools that actually work. Tools you can sketch on a napkin. Tools you can practice today. Tools that will transform how you lead yourself, your team, and your organization.   Key Quotes from Eric Pfeiffer "True leadership isn't about rank or status—it's about creating environments where people can thrive." "Every leader has an operating system. The only question is: is yours working for you or against you?" "We hire for skill, but we fire for character. It's time we started leading with both."   About Eric Pfeiffer Eric Pfeiffer is a leadership coach, speaker, and the author of Upgrade Your Leadership. Through MPWR Coaching, he has helped leaders across industries unlock their potential, build high-performing teams, and thrive under pressure. His Leadership Operating System has been implemented by executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations that want sustainable success built on trust, responsibility, and transformation. Order Eric's book and upgrade your leadership today! Tune into MPWR Podcast today for inspiration!   Listen Now This episode of GRASP Confidence will challenge the way you think about leadership—and give you practical tools to become the kind of leader worth following. Don't miss this conversation with Eric Pfeiffer as he reveals how upgrading your leadership can unlock your full potential in business and in life.       🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

Have you ever felt like you were going through the motions...busy, achieving, and striving, yet still feeling empty inside?   It's a tension so many of us live with: the sense that we were created for more, but somehow we're missing the connection that brings life into focus. In this solo episode, I dive into a powerful image that will forever reshape the way you see purpose. Imagine a glove. On its own, the glove is well-made, designed with care, stitched with intention. It has shape, form, and even potential but it sits lifeless. It cannot move, act, or fulfill its design. Only when a hand fills the glove does it come alive, moving freely and serving its intended purpose. This is exactly how our lives work when it comes to God. Scripture tells us in Genesis 1:27 (NIV): "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." Like the glove is made in the image of the hand, we were created in the image of God. Our very design is intentional. Yet just as the glove is powerless without the hand, we remain spiritually lifeless when we try to live apart from Him. The world teaches us to chase after self-made purpose; career achievements, financial success, status, or even personal growth. These things aren't inherently wrong, but they can never fully satisfy because they are missing the One who gives purpose its breath. Without God inside of us, we are like that glove sitting on the table: created with design, but empty of life. And here's the deeper truth: you don't need to search the world for your purpose because God has already written it into your very being. Jeremiah 1:5 (NIV) declares: "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart." The longest relationship you have ever had is with the God who created you; He knew you before you had substance, before you drew your first breath. Psalm 139:16 (NIV): "Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be." Long before you considered purpose, God had already designed one for you. Here's the good news: when God dwells within us, everything changes. Like the hand filling the glove, His presence animates us. What once felt lifeless comes alive. Our steps are directed, our work gains eternal significance, and our identity is no longer rooted in striving but in abiding. Think about what happens when a glove is filled with a hand. Suddenly, it is useful, strong, and capable of things it could never do alone. It can build, protect, comfort, or serve. Its strength does not come from itself but from what fills it. In the same way, when the Spirit of God fills us, our lives overflow with divine purpose. As Acts 17:28 (NIV) declares: "For in him we live and move and have our being." We don't just exist—we thrive. We don't just survive—we serve. When you allow God to move through you, your calling is no longer about what you can accomplish in your own strength, but about how He wants to use you to transform lives, shape communities, and glorify His kingdom. That's why Ephesians 2:10 reminds us: "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Imagine waking up each day not with uncertainty or striving, but with clarity that the Creator of the universe is working in and through you. That's the freedom and fulfillment that comes from living out your true purpose in Christ. So, what does this mean for you today? It's time to stop trying to live like an empty glove; striving, exhausted, and unsure of your place. Instead, it's time to surrender to God's original design. Invite Him in. Ask Him to fill your heart, your mind, and your life with His Spirit. Align yourself with His will, and watch as your purpose begins to flow naturally. Here are a few practical steps you can take after listening to this episode: Pray for Alignment – Each morning, ask God to fill you with His Spirit and to direct your steps. Reflect on Scripture – Meditate on verses like Genesis 1:27, Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 139:16, John 15:5, and Acts 17:28. Let them remind you that your design and purpose come directly from Him. Release the Striving – Recognize where you've been trying to force purpose through your own strength. Lay it at God's feet and trust His timing. Step Boldly – As God fills you, take action. Live out the works He has already prepared for you. Purpose isn't something you need to search for endlessly; it's something that naturally flows when you allow God to live inside of you and transform your heart. Just as the glove comes alive with the hand, your life comes alive when you are filled with Him. Join me in this episode as we unpack this life-changing analogy and discover how aligning with God's design transforms not just what we do, but who we are. Because you were never meant to live empty, you were meant to be filled with the God who created you.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if your hardest failures weren't the end of your story, but the very steppingstones to becoming the leader, partner, and person God designed you to be?   For Beth Fisher, a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience, that question isn't theoretical; it's lived reality. She's not just a woman with an impressive résumé, she's a woman who's walked through heartbreak, picked herself back up after three divorces, wrestled with faith, and still chosen to believe in the possibility of transformation. In this episode, we dig into what it really means to live with resilience, to lead with purpose, and to make better choices no matter how many times life knocks you down. Beth Fisher's story is compelling on multiple fronts. Professionally, she spent 25 years in corporate technology sales, becoming a results-driven leader who consistently delivered transformation. From single-location entities to global Fortune 100 companies, she became known for restructuring foundations, strategies, and processes—always starting with the people who show up to do the work every day. Her ability to see the bigger picture while implementing practical systems made her an invaluable asset to every organization she touched. That strength carried over when she transitioned into the nonprofit sector, serving as Chief Advancement Officer and interim CEO at a $30 million nonprofit. There, she led an 18-person Marketing and Development team and drove a 20% year-over-year increase in revenue. But Beth is not defined solely by metrics and achievements. In fact, what makes her story resonate is how candidly she shares the truth behind her journey. Beth has been divorced three times. She knows the sting of broken promises, the weight of shame, and the challenge of picking yourself back up when you feel like you've failed—not just in relationships, but in life. And yet, through each valley, Beth found herself returning to one central truth: faith. In our conversation, Beth explains how faith gave her perspective, resilience, and the courage to keep showing up—both personally and professionally. Faith wasn't just a private belief system for her; it became a leadership principle. It guided her through moments of adversity, grounded her in integrity, and helped her model what it means to lead authentically. As we spoke, I was struck by how seamlessly Beth weaves her professional expertise with her personal growth. She is a living example that leadership is not compartmentalized—it's holistic. The same values that drive success in the workplace—integrity, resilience, vision—are the values that sustain us in marriage, in friendships, and in seasons of personal hardship.   Here are just a few themes we unpacked together: Relationships: Beth shared candidly about how her divorces shaped her. Instead of hiding her story, she chose to learn from it. Today, she speaks openly about the patterns that held her back, the hard truths she had to confront, and the healing that came when she decided to stop chasing perfection and start embracing authenticity. Faith: Holding two master's degrees in theology, Beth doesn't just talk about faith—she's studied it, lived it, and integrated it into every corner of her life. She explains why faith is not a crutch but a source of clarity, strength, and wisdom when making difficult choices. Better Life Choices: Perhaps one of the most powerful insights Beth shared is that success isn't about never failing—it's about learning how to choose differently after you've failed. Every decision, big or small, is an opportunity to align more closely with your values and your calling. Her Upcoming Book: Beth gave us a preview of her latest project—an upcoming book that will take her decades of leadership, her personal story of resilience, and her theological grounding and put it all into a guide for others. It's not just a book about professional leadership; it's about leading yourself, leading others, and leading with faith.   Beth also reminds us that leadership is never just about strategy or systems; it's about people. In fact, one of her greatest passions today is mentoring and equipping leaders with the tools to execute winning strategies while never losing sight of the human element. Through her consultancy, Fisher Strategic, she helps nonprofits implement CRM tools and marketing strategies. But at the core, her work is about one thing: transformation. This episode isn't just for corporate executives or nonprofit leaders—it's for anyone who has ever looked at their life and thought, "This isn't where I imagined I'd be." Beth's story is proof that your past does not define your future. No matter how many times you've been knocked down, no matter how messy your relationships have been, no matter how much you've questioned your faith—there is always a way forward. And often, that way forward begins with making a single better choice.   Here's what you'll gain when you listen: Practical strategies for resilience: How to reset when failure or heartbreak makes you want to quit. Faith-driven leadership insights: Why integrity and authenticity matter more than titles or metrics. Relational wisdom: How to recognize unhealthy patterns and create healthier dynamics moving forward. Inspiration to keep going: No matter what has happened in your past, you have the power to choose differently today.   Beth's authenticity is refreshing in a world where leaders often feel pressure to project perfection. Her willingness to share her story of three divorces, her deep faith, and her ongoing journey toward better choices is an invitation to all of us. So, if you've been searching for encouragement, wisdom, and the reminder that you are not alone in your struggles; this is the episode you need to hear. 👉 Listen now and be inspired to step into the next chapter of your life with confidence, courage, and clarity.   To learn more about Beth Fisher, visit bethfisher.com     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What does it take to lead one of the most iconic brands in the world across more than 200 countries and still remain grounded in purpose?   In this captivating episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Ahmet Bozer, former President of Coca-Cola International, who rose through the ranks over a three-decade career to become one of the most influential business leaders of our time. Ahmet's journey is a powerful example of what happens when ambition meets integrity and when a leader chooses to build not just a company but a legacy rooted in values, humanity, and service. Across more than 30 years at The Coca-Cola Company, Ahmet led thousands of people on nearly every continent, navigating diverse cultures, complex challenges, and rapid global expansion. At the height of his career, he made a bold choice: to redefine what success meant to him. Today, Ahmet is devoted to helping leaders rise with purpose, balance, and confidence. Through his platform and book Soulgery, he distills decades of global leadership into a practical yet profound framework for professional and personal growth. His approach blends Eastern and Western wisdom, empowering leaders to build high-performing organizations without losing sight of meaning and well-being.   In this episode, Ahmet opens up about: The mindset that fueled his success in high-stakes global leadership How he stayed rooted in his values while leading during times of uncertainty What he believes makes a leader truly impactful in today's world How confidence and self-awareness shape lasting influence   "Leadership isn't about being the loudest voice in the room—it's about being the most grounded one." — Ahmet Bozer "If you chase success, it will run away. If you live your values, success will chase you." — Ahmet Bozer "I led thousands across continents, but the real victory was never losing myself." — Ahmet Bozer   This conversation will challenge the way you view leadership; not as a relentless climb, but as a calling. Ahmet shows us that confidence is not arrogance; it is the quiet strength of knowing who you are and leading from that place, especially when the stakes are highest. His story will inspire you to: Reimagine leadership as stewardship, not just strategy Stay anchored in your values while leading through complexity Align ambition with authenticity for sustainable success Build influence that uplifts people, not just performance If you've ever questioned how to balance excellence with humanity, or how to lead without losing yourself, this episode is your blueprint.   🎧 Listen now to hear Ahmet Bozer's remarkable transformation from corporate giant to purpose-driven leader. Subscribe to GRASP Confidence for more powerful conversations with the world's most impactful leaders. 💌 Share this episode with someone ready to rise in both purpose and impact.   Visit Ahmet's Website & Support His Work! www.soulgery.com     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if you could pick up the phone, call a hotline, and ask anything you wanted about confidence?   No scripts, no judgment, just a safe space to get answers to the questions that keep you up at night or stop you from showing up fully in your life. That's the idea behind today's special episode of GRASP Confidence. In this solo show, I'm opening up the "Confidence Hotline" and answering real, relatable, and sometimes downright funny questions from people across the U.S. and around the world. These questions touch on everything from raising your prices as a coach to finding your voice in a crowded room, from dreaming of TEDx stages to figuring out how to look confident in photos. Because here's the truth: confidence isn't just for the boardroom, the stage, or the big moments. Confidence shows up in the everyday. It's in how you walk into a networking event, how you tell your story, how you share your ideas, and yes; even in how you pose for a picture without looking like a confused tourist.   Why This Episode Matters So many of us think confidence is something you magically "get" once you hit a certain milestone. But confidence isn't a destination, it's a practice. It's something you build little by little, moment by moment, decision by decision. This episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what people are really asking about confidence. Not the glossy, Instagram-perfect version of it, but the real struggles: "How do I raise my prices without panicking that everyone will say no?" "Why does introducing myself feel scarier than giving a two-hour presentation?" "How do I share my story when I keep hearing the voice in my head that says no one cares?" And here's the thing; if one person is asking these questions, thousands more are silently thinking the same thing. By answering them out loud, we shine a light on the common fears and insecurities that hold us back, and we flip the script to show what's possible when you lean into confidence instead of waiting for it.   What You'll Learn in This Episode Here's a sneak peek into some of the questions I tackle and the insights you'll take away: ✅ Networking without hiding by the guacamole bowl. One listener asked how to walk into an event without wanting to disappear. My answer? Shift from "How do I impress people?" to "How can I be curious about people?" That small shift turns anxiety into connection. ✅ Raising your prices with confidence. A coach from Phoenix shared their fear of charging more for services. We dig into why pricing isn't about time, but about transformation, and how stepping into higher value attracts the right clients. ✅ Sharing your story. A reader of my book confessed they thought, "Why can't I do that? Why can't I share my story?" I talk about how storytelling isn't about you; it's about the person who needs your message. Every time you tell your story, you make it easier for someone else to rise. ✅ The TEDx dream. One aspiring speaker asked how to build the confidence to apply for a TEDx talk. My advice? Focus on the one message you'd want the world to remember a decade from now. Clarity builds courage, and courage gets you on the red dot. ✅ Visibility online. We tackle the fear of showing up on LinkedIn and Instagram when overthinking takes over. Confidence online doesn't come from the perfect post—it comes from consistency, connection, and service. ✅ Owning your accent. A professional from Berlin asked how to stop apologizing for their accent. My answer: Your accent is your credibility. It means you speak more than one language. That's not a weakness, that's a strength. ✅ Confidence in photos. A listener from Rome wanted to know how to stop looking like a "confused tourist with a forced smile." The hack? Think of something that makes you genuinely laugh right before the photo. Real smiles always win. ✅ Party prep gone wrong. Someone admitted they rehearse lines before parties, only to forget everything at the door. The truth? You don't need rehearsed lines, you just need curiosity. Confidence is about connection, not recitation. ✅ The myth of faking it. One listener asked if confidence can be faked. I explain why it's not about faking it, it's about embodiment. See the difference?   Why You'll Love This Episode This isn't a lecture. It's not a motivational monologue. It's a conversation, like sitting down with a friend who gets it. A friend who's been where you are and can give you both the reassurance and the practical tools to take the next step. You'll laugh (because yes, confidence questions can be funny). You'll nod along (because you've probably asked some of these questions yourself). And you'll leave with simple, doable strategies you can apply immediately; whether you're raising your prices, writing your story, applying for a TEDx, or just trying to get through your next social event without overthinking every word. Most importantly, you'll realize that confidence isn't reserved for "other people." It's for you. It's for the person listening right now who has a message, a dream, or an idea that the world needs but who's been holding back because of doubt.   Final Thoughts The Confidence Hotline is proof that you're not alone in your struggles with confidence. The questions in this episode are real, and the answers are for anyone who's ever doubted themselves, compared themselves, or talked themselves out of going after something big. Confidence isn't about waiting until you're fearless. It's about showing up while you're still figuring it out. It's about taking one step, then another, and building proof for yourself that you can. So, whether you're curious about how to raise your voice in a meeting, how to stop apologizing for your accent, or how to finally share your story with the world, this episode will give you the tools and encouragement to step into your power. ✨ Tune in now, and let's answer your questions about confidence, together.   Subscribe on your favorite platform and show your support on Apple by leaving a review.    🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

The Beyond the Pills Movement: Reclaiming Health and Confidence with Josh Rimany   On today's episode of GRASP Confidence, we shine a light on a voice that is challenging the very foundation of modern healthcare. My guest, Josh Rimany, known as the Modern-Day Medicine Man, is a nationally recognized pharmacist, speaker, and founder of the Beyond the Pills movement. With decades of experience behind the counter, Josh has seen firsthand the damage of overprescription and he's made it his life's mission to deprescribe 10 million unnecessary medications. If you've ever wondered whether confidence can change not just your mindset, but your health, this conversation is your wake-up call. Josh's journey from traditional pharmacist to healthcare revolutionary is filled with conviction and courage. He isn't just advocating for fewer prescriptions; he's advocating for a new model of living well one built on prevention, empowerment, and personal responsibility. As Josh shares, "We don't need more pills, we need more people confident enough to take charge of their health." That statement captures the heart of this episode: confidence is not limited to leadership or mindset—it extends to how we approach our bodies, choices, and daily lives. We dive into stories of patients trapped in cycles of dependency and how small, intentional shifts—rooted in education and faith—can restore vitality and freedom. Josh's vision is bold but practical: helping people move from passive recipients of prescriptions to active participants in their own healing. The wisdom Josh shares is both disruptive and deeply hopeful. He reminds us that confidence is contagious, and when one person takes ownership of their health, it sparks ripple effects in families, communities, and workplaces. As Josh boldly states, "We have to move from dependency to empowerment if we want to see true healing." His words challenge the status quo and offer a clear alternative path—one that aligns with both science and soul. That's the heartbeat of Beyond the Pills: restoration, freedom, and the courage to live well. This episode isn't just for healthcare professionals—it's for anyone who wants to reclaim ownership of their health, choices, and vitality. Josh's movement proves that we are not powerless in the face of an over-medicated culture. We can rise beyond the pills and choose prevention.   👉 Tune in now to hear Josh Rimany's vision for healthcare reimagined, and discover how you can be part of this life-changing mission. Subscribe to GRASP Confidence, share this episode with someone who needs hope, and join us in sparking a movement that redefines health and confidence.   Connect with Josh on LinkedIn Follow Beyond The Pills Podcast on Spotify or on Apple   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What does it take to transform life's greatest battles into victories of faith, confidence, and purpose?   In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Kelley Tyan, keynote speaker, breast cancer survivor, 4x National Bikini Champion, and 2x bestselling author of Addicted to the Climb and The ONE Prayer, along with her daughter Taylor Tyan, co-host of the top-rated podcast Chosen by Jesus. Together, this mother-daughter duo share an unshakable message of resilience, faith, and bold leadership that will inspire you to stand tall in your purpose. Kelley's journey is one of grit, gratitude, and grace. From battling depression and breast cancer to standing victorious on both stage and page, her life reflects what's possible when faith fuels determination.  Taylor brings a fresh, next-generation perspective—authentic, uplifting, and deeply faith-driven. "The fact that we get to collaborate as a mother and daughter—it's like everything I could ever ask for and more," she shares. Their synergy shows what happens when family bonds align with a shared calling. Throughout this episode, Tara guides the conversation into themes of confidence, collaboration, and spiritual growth. Whether it's Kelley reflecting on her transformation or Taylor affirming the joy of serving women across generations, their stories reveal how faith not only restores but elevates. This isn't just an inspiring conversation, it's a roadmap for building confidence and living boldly in your calling. You'll hear:   How to reframe challenges as opportunities for growth. The role of prayer and daily devotion in creating sustainable confidence. How collaboration—especially across generations—can multiply impact and legacy.   Kelley and Taylor's passion for helping women rise above fear and doubt radiates in every word. As Kelley shares, "We are just constantly in prayer and letting God lead and show us the way—how we can just be a light for women across the generations." Their message is simple yet profound: confidence is not a one-time achievement, it's a daily decision rooted in faith and action.   And if you want to experience Kelley and Taylor live, they will be featured speakers at our upcoming Christian women's retreat, From Calling to Confidence, in Cabo San Lucas—January 2026. 🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Our upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   Follow Kelley & Taylor and support their work! https://kelleytyan.com https://www.youtube.com/@ChosenByJesus-CBJ https://www.instagram.com/chosenbyjesuscbj   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if the confidence to take one bold step could launch a global movement?   That's exactly what happened when Valerie Bowden decided to follow her calling and build CRDLE herself. What started as a one-way ticket to Africa turned into a decade-long journey across the continent, reshaping her view of business, impact, and leadership. Today, Valerie is an award-winning outsourcing pioneer, recognized by NBC as one of the Top 30 Global Rising Women, and the founder of CRDLE—a company connecting 7-figure entrepreneurs with Africa's top-tier remote talent. In this inspiring episode of GRASP Confidence, Valerie shares how confidence fueled her leap from social work into global entrepreneurship, why Africa is the untapped powerhouse of remote talent, and how ethical outsourcing is transforming both businesses and communities.   We explore: How stepping into the unknown led Valerie to discover her purpose and launch CRDLE. The power of confidence in building something no one else believed possible. Why African professionals are the hidden advantage for entrepreneurs scaling with impact. This is a conversation about courage, vision, and redefining what's possible when you choose confidence over comfort.    Memorable Quotes from Valerie "Entrepreneurship is like backpacking—you don't know the whole journey. You just get to the next city, then figure out how to get to the next one. That's what it means to be a business leader." "People don't need more charities, they need jobs. That's what gets communities out of poverty." "The professionals I met in Africa were so smart, tech-savvy, and fluent in English. I thought, why aren't they working with global companies?"   👉 If you're a high-demand entrepreneur ready to scale with confidence and impact, this episode will change how you think about hiring, leadership, and global opportunity.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

Why Smart Entrepreneurs Are Hiring Moms (and Growing Faster)   What if the key to unlocking your business growth isn't found in another marketing hack or expensive hire; but in the confidence and untapped talent of moms ready to re-enter the workforce?  With over 5.4 million mothers having paused their careers to raise children, there's a massive wave of skilled, educated, and motivated women ready to make an impact. In today's episode, I sit down with Lesley Pyle, MSc., the trailblazing founder of HireMyMom.com. Since 2007, Lesley has been on a mission to connect small businesses with professional moms who want flexible, legitimate work-from-home opportunities. Over 10,000 entrepreneurs and small business owners have already trusted her platform to find dependable virtual professionals who bring not just skill but passion, commitment, and confidence into every role. What makes Lesley's work so unique? Unlike the mega career sites, HireMyMom.com offers a personalized concierge service that hand-selects candidates so you aren't overwhelmed with hundreds of resumes. This boutique approach empowers small business owners to scale their teams with confidence, while giving moms the chance to step back into the workforce in a way that honors their families and their skills. And Lesley isn't stopping there—her new venture, HireThyNeighbor.com, set to launch in 2025, will take her mission even further by creating local opportunities that build stronger communities. Whether you're a business owner looking for the right people to fuel your growth or a mom ready to embrace flexible, fulfilling work, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about confidence, calling, and collaboration. Press play and discover how Lesley Pyle is changing the future of work—one confident mom and one growing business at a time.   🔗 Connect with Lesley Pyle Website: HireMyMom.com LinkedIn: Lesley Pyle     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

Can You Have True Confidence in a Broken Retirement System?   Most people are following the same wealth-building advice they've heard for decades — work hard, save in your 401(k), and hope it's enough for retirement. But what if everything you've been told is wrong? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Bill Fairman — co-founder of Carolina Capital Management and Carolina Hard Money — to reveal why the retirement system is broken and how the path to real financial confidence begins with rethinking everything you know about wealth. Bill's expertise comes from over 30 years of helping accredited investors generate consistent passive income through real estate-backed lending — a strategy that bypasses Wall Street's volatility and puts you in control. As a respected voice in the private lending industry, Bill serves on the Governmental Affairs Committee for the American Association of Private Lenders, where he's written white papers for congressional members on pending legislation. His message is clear: "If your money isn't working for you while you sleep, you're doing it wrong." Imagine having a portfolio that pays you steady, predictable income without relying on a broken retirement model. Picture building wealth with confidence, knowing your investments are secured by tangible assets — not speculation. Bill reminds us, "Generational wealth isn't just about being rich — it's about creating a legacy that lasts." In this conversation, you'll learn how to identify trustworthy opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and finally invest in a way that aligns with both your goals and your values. If you're ready to challenge outdated advice, protect your financial future, and build wealth you can truly have confidence in, this episode will change the way you think about retirement forever. Tune in now to learn how to create a financial legacy rooted in trust, strategy, and lasting impact.   Here are 4 powerful quotes from our interview: "Part of the big, beautiful bill that was just passed actually has some language in it about doing private equity within a 401(k) — this gives people an opportunity to invest like the ultra-wealthy do." "Our biggest problem with people not having confidence in doing their own investing is that we don't teach financial literacy in high school — and rarely in college." "Now they teach doctors how to be great clinicians, but they don't teach them squat about the business part of it — or the financial side." "Our retirement system is broken. They teach you to save through stocks and bonds, accumulate a certain amount, and hope you die before you run out of money. That's not the way you should retire."   Connect with Bill & Support his work: https://billf360.com     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if you stopped trying to be everything to everyone and started owning your lane like a Ferrari on the open road?   On this episode of GRASP Confidence, we welcome the unstoppable Princess Paula, a keynote speaker, networking strategist, and digital marketing powerhouse who has spent over 20 years helping businesses, nonprofits, and organizations accelerate their impact. Through her signature keynote Be the Ferrari, Paula inspires leaders to "embrace abundance, reject the scarcity mindset, and unapologetically stand out." From her roots in Ontario, Canada, to stages across the globe, she's mastered the art of combining humor, storytelling, and actionable insights to transform how people think about their personal and professional value. In this high-energy conversation, Paula reveals why you should think like a diamond, not a commodity, and how to create an authentic brand that commands respect and attention. As she puts it: "The real lesson is to pay attention to what you're good at, what other people aren't naturally good at, and just own your lane." We talk about abundance vs. scarcity, knowing your worth, and why it's okay—actually, essential—not to be for everyone. If you're ready to step out of the traffic of comparison and into the fast lane of confidence, this episode is your green light. Tune in, take notes, and start building your brand like the rare diamond it is.   Visit Paula's website to book her to speak!   🎧 Listen now. Own your lane. Think like a diamond.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

Thinking About Writing Your Story? Here's How to Publish with Purpose   What happens when a pioneering tech CEO, now a 6X author and faith-driven entrepreneur, steps boldly into a publishing empire rooted in purpose? You get Liza Marie Garcia whose remarkable story from software engineer to global changemaker will leave you inspired and re-centered in your own divine calling. In this transformational episode, Liza shares how she built and sold her tech firm, mentors entrepreneurs through Tampa Bay Wave, and now helps leaders turn their messages into meaningful books through CEO Book Publishing. But this episode goes far beyond business—it's about resilience, obedience, and kingdom legacy. Liza's story is proof that God doesn't just redeem seasons; He repurposes them. You'll walk away feeling called higher, whether you're leading in the marketplace or navigating a personal season of refinement.    Here are some powerful quotes from our episode: "God told me: 'I've made you for influence—but not in the way you thought.'" "I had to be broken to learn how to lead from obedience rather than performance." "When you publish a book, you're stewarding your story. It's not just ink on a page—it's your testimony, your legacy."   If you're ready to lead boldly, live obediently, and leave stronger than you started, this episode is for you. Subscribe to GRASP Confidence on your favorite podcast platform & leave a 5-star review on Apple if it spoke to your spirit.   🎧 Listen now and tag us with your biggest takeaway!   Follow Liza and support her work! Company Page LinkedIn Instagram Podcast     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

How Clarity, Curiosity, and Coaching Unlock Your Next Chapter What happens when a high-achieving consultant with global experience realizes that success on paper doesn't equal fulfillment? In this deeply reflective and refreshingly honest conversation, executive coach and former Big 4 partner Gary Nowak sits down with Tara to explore what it really takes to transition from achievement to alignment. After two decades leading top-tier consulting teams across the U.S., China, and Australia, Gary reached a pivotal crossroads—one where the next step wasn't about climbing higher, but going deeper. Now as the host of Coffee House Coaching and a trusted coach to high-performers, Gary helps others navigate the messy middle of career reinvention with clarity, humor, and humility. This episode dives into the challenges of letting go of identity tied to work, the quiet power of presence, and the boldness it takes to ask better questions—not just of others, but of yourself. If you've ever found yourself successful yet unfulfilled, this conversation will meet you right where you are.   Here are 3 powerful quotes from our interview: "We get so wrapped up in being busy, but we don't ask ourselves—what do I really want?" "You have to let go of what's behind you to be curious enough to discover what's ahead." "Sometimes the best thing I can do as a coach is shut up and hold the space."   Whether you're at the top of your game or quietly questioning what's next, Gary's insights will challenge your perspective and reawaken your sense of purpose. This episode is a guidepost for leaders who crave more than success—they want meaning, impact, and freedom to evolve. Listen now to this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence. If it resonates with your journey, we invite you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who's navigating their next chapter. Because sometimes, the most courageous thing you can do is pause and ask yourself: "What do I really want now?"   Connect with Gary on LinkedIn Follow Gary's podcast, Coffee House Coaching and support his work!     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

Have you ever felt stuck in patterns you can't explain—reacting, retreating, or second-guessing yourself in your relationships, career, or even parenting?   What if the root of your adult struggles isn't a lack of skill or willpower… but unmet needs from childhood quietly directing your life? In this transformative episode of GRASP Confidence, I sit down with the deeply wise and soul-grounded Dr. Uejin Kim—board-certified child and adult psychiatrist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and woman of faith. With clinical expertise and compassionate vulnerability, Dr. Kim unpacks how childhood trauma, whether overt or subtle, creates lasting imprints that shape our identity, our confidence, and the way we show up in the world. From business burnout to parenting overwhelm, from perfectionism to people-pleasing—Dr. Kim walks us through how these patterns often originate in unhealed parts of ourselves. But there is hope. Healing isn't about fixing what's broken—it's about nurturing what was neglected. If you've ever wondered why you're so hard on yourself... why certain triggers make you feel small or unworthy... or why success sometimes feels empty despite all you've achieved—this episode will speak directly to your soul. Dr. Kim shares faith-based wisdom, grounded psychological insight, and a call to be still, to reconnect with your God-given worth, and to reclaim the wholeness that has always been within you. This isn't just a conversation—it's an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin again from a place of compassion and truth. Ready to explore your healing journey with grace and power? Watch Dr. Kim's free webinar: www.uejinkim.com/bestilltogether Learn more at: www.uejinkim.com Follow her journey & resources: https://linktr.ee/druejinkim Let this episode be the first step toward unlearning the survival patterns—and finally stepping into the confident, healed, purpose-driven life you were made for.   🎧 Listen now. Be inspired. Choose confidence and healing.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if feeling stuck was actually the starting point of your greatest transformation?   In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Kristine Steinberg, visionary executive coach and founder of Kismet, whose bold, behavioral coaching approach has helped shape leaders at Microsoft, Bain, Chanel, LinkedIn, and beyond. For over 23 years, Kristine has worked with CEOs, executives, and high-potential leaders who have outward success—but inward stagnation. Through deep clarity work, she guides them to reconnect with their highest selves, shift limiting patterns, and step fully into their power. We explore what it truly means to go from stuck to clear; not through hustle, but through presence, alignment, and aligned action. Kristine shares stories of breakthrough moments, radical career pivots, and the messy middle between self-doubt and transformation. Through the GRASP lens—Gratitude, Responsibility, Action, Sight, and Purpose—you'll hear how high performers evolve not by pushing harder, but by getting radically honest about what's no longer working. If you've been chasing success but still feel unfulfilled, this episode is your invitation to pause—and get clear.   Follow Kristine on LinkedIn Visit Kristine's Website & Learn More About Her Work!   🎧 Tune in to discover how clarity isn't a luxury, it's the launchpad to purpose-driven leadership.     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event! 

What if the moment that nearly took your life was the one that finally gave it back? In this deeply inspiring episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Mindy McManus, M.Ed., PCC—a Christian executive coach, former Mayo Clinic professor, and the powerhouse behind Mindy's Executive Coaching. With over 19 years of experience developing emotionally intelligent, mission-driven leaders, Mindy brings more than credentials; she brings conviction, clarity, and Christ-centered wisdom. Mindy shares her powerful near-death experience and how it became the divine wake-up call she didn't know she needed. From leading healthcare executives through high-stakes transitions to helping women rediscover their God-given identity, Mindy's story is a testament to what's possible when faith becomes your foundation and confidence becomes your calling. We dive into what it truly means to lead like Jesus, how to embrace transitions with courage, and why high performers must learn to pause, listen, and surrender. Whether you're seeking alignment in your career or healing in your heart, this episode will stir your spirit and ignite your purpose. You'll walk away with renewed faith, practical leadership wisdom, and the reminder that your calling isn't behind you—it's rising within you.   🎧 Tune in now and discover what it means to GRASP Confidence through gratitude, responsibility, action, sight, and purpose.   Follow Mindy on LinkedIn and Facebook Visit Mindy's Website & Contact Her for Christian Executive Coaching     🌴 Ready to take this work deeper? Tara's upcoming Christian women's retreat in Cabo (January 16-19, 2026) is a luxury, spirit-led experience designed to help you realign, recharge, and step boldly into your divine calling. Spots are filling quickly, learn more here!   ✨ What does GRASP stand for? Gratitude. Responsibility. Action. Sight. Purpose. These five pillars form the foundation of authentic, confident leadership and every episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast is designed to help you embody them more fully in your life, business, and calling. 🎙️ Have you subscribed yet? Join thousands of high-performing leaders who tune in weekly for powerful conversations with world-class guests sharing real stories, mindset shifts, and actionable insights. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you loved today's episode, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more leaders like you. 🎧 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon/Audible | iHeartRadio   Share the inspiration Send this episode to a friend or post it on your favorite social platform, we rise by lifting others.   Follow our host, Tara LaFon Gooch: Book: How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power is available on Amazon. Grab your copy today for a confident tomorrow! Speaker Community: Join Tara's global speaker community and step on stage with confidence: Talk Your Way to the Top LinkedIn: Follow Tara LaFon Gooch on LinkedIn Website: Visit Tara's website to learn more about her work: TaraLafonGooch.com Branding Services: Want to grow your brand and expand it massively? Visit Tara's company website to learn about our services: BestBranding.Solutions   Hire Tara to speak at your next event!