The Voices of Confidence

Marcin Kukurowski

The Voices of Confidence is about finding your voice. I’m Marcin. I came to the UK without English and built my confidence one conversation at a time. Every Tuesday, I speak with students, entrepreneurs, and leaders about overcoming fear, breaking limiting beliefs, and communicating with clarity and courage. Because confidence is not about perfect grammar. It’s about identity.

  1. 5d ago

    Voice & Public Speaking Coach: Find Your Authentic Voice – Julia Mikołajczyk | E31

    What does your voice say about you? In this episode of the Voices of Confidence Podcast, I sit down with Julia Mikołajczyk—voice and public speaking coach, actress, and theatre educator—to explore how finding your authentic voice can transform the way you communicate, build relationships, and show up in life. Together, we discuss: Why so many people are afraid to speak upThe connection between confidence and your voiceHow theatre helps people become more spontaneous and authenticWhat entrepreneurs can learn from actorsRaising confident children through creativity and self-expressionJulia's definition of confidenceWhether you're preparing for public speaking, growing your business, or simply looking to express yourself more confidently, this conversation will inspire you to embrace the power of your own voice. 🎙️ Enjoy the episode and don't forget to follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation. Connect with Julia Mikołajczyk: 1. Instagram 2. Instagram Connect with Marcin Kukurowski: Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review. It helps more people discover The Voices of Confidence Podcast. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, inspiring stories, and honest journeys of people who have built confidence, overcome challenges, and found their voice. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real-life experience. Today, I help entrepreneurs and professionals communicate with confidence, express their ideas, and share their stories with the world. Are you an entrepreneur or professional who dreams of being a podcast guest but feels nervous about speaking English? Through podcast.ready.english ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ I help you prepare for your podcast interview in English — building your confidence, improving your communication skills, and giving you the tools to share your story naturally and authentically. Because your story deserves to be heard. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  2. Jul 28

    Home Trading Leader: How to Build a Life on Your Own Terms – Rafał Knap | E30

    What does it really take to leave a secure career and build a life on your own terms? In this episode of The Voices of Confidence, I sit down with Rafał Knap, a former investment banker with 18 years of experience in the banking industry, who made the bold decision to leave the corporate world in search of greater freedom and purpose. After more than a decade in network marketing, Rafał discovered a new path that combined financial education, digital products, and entrepreneurship. Today, he is the founder of the Home Trading community, helping people develop new skills, expand their opportunities, and build businesses through education. In our conversation, we explore: Why Rafał left a successful banking careerThe difference between motivation and determinationHow education can become your greatest investmentWhat financial freedom really meansThe mindset needed to create life on your own termsRafał's personal definition of confidenceWhether you're an entrepreneur, a professional considering a career change, or someone looking for inspiration to take the next step, this episode will challenge the way you think about success, learning, and freedom. If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow The Voices of Confidence Podcast and leave a rating or review—it helps more people discover these inspiring stories. 🎙 Your voice is your power—so let's get talking! Connect with Rafał Knap:Rafał's Instagram: Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your voice matters. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, inspiring stories, and honest journeys of people who have built confidence, overcome challenges, and found their voice. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real-life experience. Today, I help entrepreneurs and professionals communicate with confidence, express their ideas, and share their stories with the world. Are you an entrepreneur or professional who dreams of being a podcast guest but feels nervous about speaking English? Through podcast.ready.english ⁠Instagram⁠ I help you prepare for your podcast interview in English — building your confidence, improving your communication skills, and giving you the tools to share your story naturally and authentically. Because your story deserves to be heard. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  3. Jul 21

    Strength & Conditioning Coach: How Curiosity Creates Opportunity - Zuza Czyżnielewska | E29

    What does it take to leave your comfort zone, move to a new country, and build a successful career in elite sport? In this episode of The Voices of Confidence, I speak with Zuza Czyżnielewska, a volleyball performance specialist and strength & conditioning coach based in the United States. We talk about confidence, curiosity, personal growth, and the systems that help create success both in sport and in life. Zuza also shares her journey from Poland to the USA and the lessons she learned along the way. A powerful conversation about courage, hard work, and believing in yourself. Connect with Zuza: Zuza's Instagram: Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your voice matters. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, inspiring stories, and honest journeys of people who have built confidence, overcome challenges, and found their voice. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real-life experience. Today, I help entrepreneurs and professionals communicate with confidence, express their ideas, and share their stories with the world. Are you an entrepreneur or professional who dreams of being a podcast guest but feels nervous about speaking English? Through podcast.ready.english Instagram I help you prepare for your podcast interview in English — building your confidence, improving your communication skills, and giving you the tools to share your story naturally and authentically. Because your story deserves to be heard. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  4. Jul 14

    Author & Podcast Host: Finding Confidence Through Identity and Belonging - Urmi Hossain | E28

    In this episode of The Voices of Confidence, I sit down with Urmi Hossain — author, speaker, podcast host, and advocate for women's leadership and empowerment. Urmi shares her journey of growing up between cultures, navigating questions of identity and belonging, and finding the confidence to embrace her authentic self. We also explore leadership, self-worth, public speaking, and the importance of using your voice to create impact. A powerful conversation about confidence, identity, and becoming comfortable in your own story. Connect with Urmi: Urmi's Instagram: InstagramUrmi's Podcast: InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your voice matters. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, real stories, and the courage to speak without perfection. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real life—and now I help others do the same: build confidence in English and in themselves. If you want to go beyond listening and start speaking with confidence, my mentoring at English-Yes-Please School gives you real conversation practice, mindset support, and guidance every step of the way. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  5. Jul 7

    Men's Transformation Coach: Rebuilding Confidence After 40 - Gary Stanley | E27

    Welcome back to The Voices of Confidence, the podcast where people from different walks of life share the experiences, challenges, and mindset shifts that helped them build confidence in life and work. In Episode 27, I sit down with Gary Stanley, a men's health and fitness coach who is passionate about helping men over 40 take back control of their health, habits, and confidence. Gary shares his personal journey of transformation, the lessons he learned through fitness, and why confidence is built through discipline, consistency, and keeping promises to yourself. We also discuss the challenges many men face as they get older, the importance of mindset, and how small daily actions can create lasting change. Whether you're looking to improve your health, regain motivation, or simply become a stronger version of yourself, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and inspiration. In this episode, we discuss: • Gary's personal transformation journey • Why many men lose confidence after 40 • The connection between fitness and mindset • Building discipline and consistency • Overcoming setbacks and self-doubt • The importance of purpose and identity • Gary's plans for the future • Gary's definition of confidence If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more people and continue sharing powerful stories of confidence. Connect with Gary: Instagram: ⁠ Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your voice matters. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, real stories, and the courage to speak without perfection. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real life—and now I help others do the same: build confidence in English and in themselves. If you want to go beyond listening and start speaking with confidence, my mentoring at English-Yes-Please School gives you real conversation practice, mindset support, and guidance every step of the way. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  6. Jun 30

    Creative Storyteller: How Travel Can Change Your Life - Julia Marciniak | Episode 26

    In this episode of The Voices of Confidence, I sit down with photographer, traveler, and visual storyteller Julia Marciniak. Julia shares her journey from spending a year as an au pair in Chicago, to studying filmmaking in London, supporting herself through various jobs, and eventually creating a life built around travel, creativity, and personal growth. We talk about living abroad, overcoming language barriers, solo travel, the lessons learned from stepping outside your comfort zone, and why confidence is often built through action rather than perfection. If you've ever dreamed of living abroad, pursuing a creative life, or building confidence through real-life experiences, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we discuss: Moving abroad and building an independent lifeStudying and working in LondonLearning English through immersion and real conversationsSolo travel and life as a digital nomadConfidence, mistakes, and personal growthBurnout, change, and finding your directionPhotography, visual storytelling, and creativity Connect with Julia: Instagram: Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your voice matters. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, real stories, and the courage to speak without perfection. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real life—and now I help others do the same: build confidence in English and in themselves. If you want to go beyond listening and start speaking with confidence, my mentoring at English-Yes-Please School gives you real conversation practice, mindset support, and guidance every step of the way. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  7. Jun 23

    Premium Brand Strategist: Building a Profitable Business with Confidence - Ewa Gadomska | E25

    In this episode of The Voices of Confidence, I sit down with business mentor and premium brand strategist Ewa Gadomska. Ewa shares her journey from starting her first business at just 19 years old to becoming a trusted mentor for entrepreneurs looking to build profitable businesses and strong personal brands. We explore the role confidence plays in business growth, why so many people struggle to see their own value, and what it really takes to position yourself as a premium brand. This conversation goes far beyond marketing and sales. It's about self-belief, visibility, overcoming fear, and having the courage to stop playing small. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking to build more confidence in life and work, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. 🎙 Topics we cover: • Ewa's entrepreneurial journey • Building confidence in business • Premium branding and positioning • Overcoming self-doubt • Visibility and personal branding • Creating a profitable business with purpose Connect with Ewa: Instagram: Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your voice matters. Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, real stories, and the courage to speak without perfection. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real life—and now I help others do the same: build confidence in English and in themselves. If you want to go beyond listening and start speaking with confidence, my mentoring at English-Yes-Please School gives you real conversation practice, mindset support, and guidance every step of the way. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  8. Jun 16

    Communication Expert: The Art of Speaking with Confidence - Philipp Humm | E24

    In this episode of The Voices of Confidence, I sit down with Philipp Humm, a communication and storytelling coach who helps people speak with more clarity, confidence and impact. Philipp shares his journey from struggling to express his ideas to becoming a leading voice in the world of communication. We talk about why smart people often overcomplicate their message, what makes someone memorable when they speak, and how storytelling can help us build stronger connections. If you've ever known exactly what you wanted to say but struggled to say it clearly, this conversation is for you. 🎙 In this episode: • Why communication is a skill anyone can develop • The power of simplicity in speaking • How storytelling builds confidence and connection • What great communicators do differently • Communication in the age of AI Connect with Philipp: InstagramYouTube: Philipp Humm - YouTube If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Voices of Confidence and let me know who I should invite next! Want to speak English with confidence—not fear? The Voices of Confidence brings you real conversations, real stories, and the courage to speak without perfection. I learned English through immersion, mistakes, and real life—and now I help others do the same: build confidence in English and in themselves. If you want to go beyond listening and start speaking with confidence, my mentoring at English-Yes-Please School gives you real conversation practice, mindset support, and guidance every step of the way. Follow for confidence, mindset, and real English: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strona główna - English-Yes-Please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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The Voices of Confidence is about finding your voice. I’m Marcin. I came to the UK without English and built my confidence one conversation at a time. Every Tuesday, I speak with students, entrepreneurs, and leaders about overcoming fear, breaking limiting beliefs, and communicating with clarity and courage. Because confidence is not about perfect grammar. It’s about identity.