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Connect With Confidence - with Kerrie Phipps Kerrie Phipps
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How well do you connect with yourself, and how do you connect with others?
How do you manage your thinking and emotions in situations and seasons of uncertainty and fear?
Connecting with confidence begins with self awareness and self-regulation.
Join us for conversations about self-awareness, talking to strangers, friends, family and connecting with confidence with anyone, anywhere.
Leave intimidation and inadequacies behind, and make a bigger difference in the world.
Cheering you on,
Kerrie Phipps
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Connection Curiosity and Playfulness
Kerrie catches up with her friend Dr. Kate Raynes-Goldie. They discuss Kate's work facilitating Lego Serious Play workshops to enhance connection and innovation in organizations. Kate shares insights into overcoming stage fright and building confidence through playfulness and curiosity.
Topics Discussed:
Kate's journey facilitating Lego Serious Play workshops
Insights into how play impacts human connection
Embracing vulnerability and play in leadership development
Overcoming fears through improv, games and gamification
Practicing non-transactional conversations with strangers
The power of curiosity, playfulness and interactions with strangers
Tips for finding confidence and authenticity in public speaking
Seeking help to overcome self-limiting beliefs
Key Insights:
Playfulness and curiosity can foster safe spaces for creativity
Embracing one's authentic self is liberating for audiences
Small risks and discomfort enable growth and innovation
Self-kindness is key to genuine care for others
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Find Kate here -
Website - https://www.kateraynesgoldie.com/
Podcast - https://www.kateraynesgoldie.com/newfuturepodcast/
LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/kateraynesgoldie
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kateraynesgoldie/
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Website - https://kerriephipps.com/
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A Journey of Authentic Leadership: Kbora Ali's Story of Service and Inspiration
In this episode of "Connect with Confidence," host Kerrie Phipps interviews inspiring guest Kbora Ali. Kbora shares her remarkable journey of overcoming adversity to become an aviator in the Australian Defence Force and ambassador for UNICEF.
As a young child, Kbora fled Afghanistan and found herself starting over in multiple countries as a refugee. She discusses the challenges of living in limbo with an uncertain future. However, she excelled in school despite uncertainty.
Kbora felt called to serve her adopted home of Australia by joining the defence force. She talks about pushing past self-doubt as one of few women her roles. Through dedication and leadership, she has inspired others with awards, public speaking, and being a role model.
Kbora now works to give back globally through her involvement with UNICEF. She finds purpose in authentically connecting with people and communities to overcome adversity. she shares lessons of bringing one's true self and giving back through service, empowering listeners with her remarkable story.
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Capturing Stories with Grace and Empathy
Kerrie interviews Louise Fitzgerald-Baker about her work capturing family stories and facilitating personal growth through letter writing. Louise shares how she helps people reflect on their lives with empathy and uncover the threads that define their character.
Topics Discussed:- Louise's journey from market research into accidental storytelling - Using letters to help people through life transitions and change- Techniques for self-reflection like identifying defining moments and viewing one's life with grace- Tips for journaling with intention like focusing on gratitude and small wins- The importance of curiosity and asking questions to better understand others
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Website - http://www.loufitzbaker.com/
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/loufitzbaker/
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Park Running and Power Lifting with Sue Harrod
Kerrie and Sue emphasise the significance of community and connection in their Parkrun experiences, highlighting how it has become a source of encouragement and support in their lives. They discuss the importance of self-compassion, self-awareness, and authenticity in overcoming life's challenges, and share their personal experiences of learning to appreciate the joy of living and cultivating mental wellness through self-care and self-love. Kerrie and Sue also share their personal stories of persevering through physical challenges through progressive exercise and functional fitness and explore the concept of personal identity and how it can be redefined through unconventional achievements. They emphasize the importance of recognizing and appreciating the unique strengths and abilities of others, rather than comparing ourselves to others or setting unrealistic standards.
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Striking a Balance: Certainty, Flexibility and Reinvention
This episode features a discussion with Su-Yen Wong about her personal journey of transformation, from becoming a runner in her late 40's and soon after,
with her husband being the first couple from Singapore to complete a marathon together - in the artic circle!
Su-Yen shares how it's important to put consistent time and effort into new skills even when it's difficult at first, as things become easier with practice. She also talks about empowering women to use their voices through her book "Unleash Your Voice" which she co-authored.
The conversation explores Su-Yen's childhood experiences that shaped her path and passion for languages, as well as how she balances certainty and flexibility over her career through daring decisions. Su-Yen teaches leadership at NUS while continuing to learn Mandarin, and finds fulfillment in connecting people across industries and maintaining long-term relationships. She also discusses the community she leads for senior executives reinventing themselves through career transitions.
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Good Awkward with Henna Pryor
Speaker & Executive Coach, Henna Pryor shares her journey with something we're all familiar with - awkwardness - and her fabulous and important book, Good Awkward. We explore childhood curiosity and we can lose it along the way, focusing more on what others think of us and being trapped by avoiding awkwardness. Henna shares personal stories of embracing awkward connections that led to lifelong friendships. We how to develop or re-engage with genuine curiosity, empathy, and being present in conversations. We encourage embracing awkwardness for personal growth and connection with others!
#BeOkWithAwkward! #GoodAwkward
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Website - https://pryoritygroup.com/
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