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With Karen D. The Podcast. Hosted by Karen Donaldson, certified neuroscience-backed confidence, communication, and peak performance coach to leaders, C-suite executives, celebrities, athletes, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. Sought-after guest expert for HuffPost, ABC, FOX, NBC, Citytv, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Entrepreneur .com and more. This podcast pulls back the curtain on how to speak with authority, stay grounded under pressure, stop overthinking, and show up as the most powerful version of yourself. No fluff. No filters. Real conversations + tools that actually stick. Coach Karen D is pulling back the curtain to bring those same confidence, communication, and high-performance strategies straight to you. With Karen D. The Podcast is for driven individuals who are ready to take control of their responses, strengthen their presence, elevate their communication, and operate with clarity and power in every space they enter. “Good things don’t come to those who wait, they come to those who go out and get them”. Karen Donaldson is an internationally sought-after keynote speaker working with large events, organizations and leaders to elevate confidence, communication, and performance. For speaking engagements, workshops, or team training, reach her team at admin@karendonaldsoninc.com

  1. 5d ago

    Stop Letting Fear of Judgment Hold You Back

    ave you ever held yourself back from speaking up, stepping into a new opportunity, or simply being yourself because you were worried about what other people might think? Here's the truth: People are going to judge you. And that's okay. In this episode, I'm challenging you to rethink your relationship with judgment and, more importantly, the power you give other people's opinions over your life. We often think the problem is a lack of confidence, but what if it's really about how we respond to being judged? I'll share practical ways to shift your mindset, own your strengths, and walk into any room knowing who you are and what you bring to the table. We'll also talk about why I don't believe in "fake it till you make it," how to navigate the fear of public speaking, and why someone else's opinion of you doesn't have to become your opinion of yourself. Because confidence isn't about convincing everyone else of your worth. It's about knowing your worth before anyone else gets to weigh in. So, the next time you find yourself worrying about what others might think, I want you to ask yourself one question: What do I think about myself in this situation? Let's talk about it! In this episode, we'll explore: Why fear of judgment keeps us from showing up authentically.How to accept judgment without allowing it to define you.Why owning your strengths is more powerful than pretending to be confident.Practical ways to feel more grounded when speaking up or stepping into unfamiliar situations.How to stop making other people's opinions your own.Remember: People are allowed to have an opinion about you. You don't have to make their opinion your opinion about yourself. Make sure to subscribe, like and turn on your notifications so you know every time a brand new video is released. https://www.youtube.com/@KarenDonaldsonInc   Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources:   Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-to-have-kick-ass-confidence-in-the-next-72-hours/   30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacademy.com/notenoughbootcamp    Connect with Karen On   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealkarendonaldson IG https://www.instagram.com/therealkarendonaldson/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkarendonaldson/

  2. Oct 27

    Your Brain Is Lying to You! 3 Ways to Break Limiting Beliefs

    Who the heck told you that you weren't good enough, smart enough, qualified enough or capable of doing that thing you've been wanting to do? And more importantly, why are you still believing them? In this episode, Karen D. is calling out the limiting beliefs that quietly run our lives, including the ones we've carried around for so long that we don't even recognize them as beliefs anymore. She's sharing three practical, science-backed techniques to challenge the stories your brain keeps telling you, stop treating every negative thought like a fact and start building actual evidence that you're capable of more than you think. Karen also gets personal about the limiting belief that kept her from launching this very podcast for almost a year and why some of the excuses we make are really just fear of rejection wearing a fancy outfit. You'll also get a 24-hour challenge to identify one belief that's been keeping you stuck and finally do something about it. Because here's the thing. You don't have to believe everything your brain tells you. And you damn sure don't have to organize your life around it. It's time to stop letting old beliefs make new decisions. Make sure to subscribe, like and turn on your notifications so you know every time a brand new video is released. https://www.youtube.com/@KarenDonaldsonInc   Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources:   Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-to-have-kick-ass-confidence-in-the-next-72-hours/   30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacademy.com/notenoughbootcamp    Connect with Karen On Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealkarendonaldson IG https://www.instagram.com/therealkarendonaldson/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkarendonaldson/

  3. Oct 20

    How to Stay Calm and Confident Under Pressure (5 Techniques That Actually Work)

    Ever notice how your body suddenly decides to act up right before something important? Your heart starts racing, your hands get sweaty and your brain starts questioning everything you've spent weeks preparing for. And now you're nervous about being nervous…wonderful. In this episode, Karen D. is getting into what actually happens when pressure hits and why your nerves don't automatically mean you're about to screw things up. She's sharing five practical ways to get yourself together before and during high-stakes moments, including pre-performance routines, physical and scent anchors, visualization, breathing techniques and one powerful shift in how you interpret those uncomfortable physical sensations. You'll also learn why obsessing over the outcome can work against you and what to focus on instead when you need to deliver. Because you can be nervous and still be damn good at what you do. The goal isn't to eliminate the pressure. It's to stop letting the pressure decide how you perform. Make sure to subscribe, like and turn on your notifications so you know every time a brand new video is released. https://www.youtube.com/@KarenDonaldsonInc   Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources:   Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-to-have-kick-ass-confidence-in-the-next-72-hours/   30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacademy.com/notenoughbootcamp    Connect with Karen On   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealkarendonaldson IG https://www.instagram.com/therealkarendonaldson/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkarendonaldson/

  4. Oct 13

    Feeling Stuck in Life? 3 Beliefs You Need to Drop to Break Through Your Plateau

    How many times have you told somebody that you're stuck, things have plateaued or nothing seems to be moving? Well, Karen D. has a question for you. How long are you planning to keep telling yourself that story? In this episode, Karen challenges three beliefs that can quietly sabotage your progress. We're talking about the words you use to describe your life, the difference between knowing success is possible and believing it's possible for YOU, and why one setback doesn't mean the whole damn thing is over. You'll also hear why comparing your timeline to somebody else's is a losing game and how to start shifting your attention from everything that isn't happening to what you can actually do next. Because you don't have to pretend everything is wonderful. But you do need to stop treating your current circumstances like a permanent address. You're allowed to be a work in progress and still be going somewhere. Now, what are you going to do about it? Make sure to subscribe, like and turn on your notifications so you know every time a brand new video is released. https://www.youtube.com/@KarenDonaldsonInc   Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources:   Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-to-have-kick-ass-confidence-in-the-next-72-hours/   30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacademy.com/notenoughbootcamp    Connect with Karen On   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealkarendonaldson IG https://www.instagram.com/therealkarendonaldson/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkarendonaldson/

  5. Oct 7

    How to Finally Set Boundaries that Stick (The Truth No One Talks About)

    You don’t have a boundary problem. You have a follow-through problem. Because saying, “I don’t like when you do that” means absolutely nothing when your behavior keeps telling people, “But I’ll tolerate it anyway.” In this episode of With Karen D. The Podcast, Karen is cutting through the watered-down boundary advice and getting to the part nobody wants to talk about: A boundary without enforcement is just a suggestion. Boundaries aren’t about controlling what other people do. They’re about deciding what you will allow access to your time, energy, attention, and peace, and what happens when someone crosses the line. And here’s the uncomfortable part: You are 100% responsible for maintaining your boundaries. Not your partner. Not your family. Not your friends. Not your coworkers. You. Karen breaks down the 4-step blueprint for creating boundaries that actually hold, without over-explaining, apologizing, negotiating your standards, or crumbling the second someone pushes back. In this episode, Karen gets into: • Why most people don’t actually have a boundary problem • The difference between a boundary and a preference • Why you need to decide your standards before you’re tested • How to communicate a boundary without writing a dissertation to justify it • Why your behavior matters more than your words • How to handle pushback without immediately folding • Why some people only respected you when you had no boundaries • What happens when protecting your peace costs someone access to you If you’re exhausted from over-giving, over-explaining, people-pleasing, and wondering why people keep crossing lines you’ve already told them not to cross, this episode is for you. Because people learn your boundaries by what happens when they break them. Stop explaining the line. Start holding it. Subscribe, like, and tell us in the comments: What boundary are you done negotiating? With Karen D. The Podcast No fluff. No sugarcoating. Just the truth and the tools that move you forward. Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources: Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-... 30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacadem...

  6. Sep 29

    Can’t Organize Your Thoughts? 4 Ways to Focus Your Mind and Speak Clearly

    Ever start answering a question and halfway through think, “Where the hell was I going with this?” Your brain has 72 tabs open, your mouth is moving faster than your thoughts and now everybody is coming along for the ride. In this quick episode, Karen D. gives you four practical techniques to get your mind focused and your words organized when you need to speak clearly under pressure. You'll learn how to find the one sentence that actually matters, reset your body before answering, organize messy thoughts into three simple buckets and recover when you completely lose your train of thought. Because confident communication isn't about thinking faster or having the perfect answer immediately. Sometimes you need to stop talking, find the damn point and start again. Make sure to subscribe, like and turn on your notifications so you know every time a brand new video is released. https://www.youtube.com/@KarenDonaldsonInc   Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources:   Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-to-have-kick-ass-confidence-in-the-next-72-hours/   30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacademy.com/notenoughbootcamp    Connect with Karen On   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealkarendonaldson IG https://www.instagram.com/therealkarendonaldson/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkarendonaldson/

  7. Sep 23

    How to Stay Calm When Someone Is Trying to Trigger You | 3 Tactics That Actually Work

    Some people can get on your last damn nerve before you've even finished your morning coffee. But here's the bigger question: why are we giving difficult people that much access to us? In this episode, Karen D. breaks down how to stay calm and grounded when someone is pushing your buttons, disrespecting your boundaries or bringing their chaos directly to your doorstep. You'll learn three practical tactics you can use immediately: create a gap before you respond, stop overexplaining your boundaries and refuse to match somebody else's emotional energy. This isn't about being passive, staying quiet or letting people get away with bad behaviour. It's about learning how to hold your ground without losing yourself in the process. Because difficult people aren't going anywhere. Your job isn't to control them. Your job is to stop handing them the remote control to you. Make sure to subscribe, like and turn on your notifications so you know every time a brand new video is released. https://www.youtube.com/@KarenDonaldsonInc   Interested in going deeper with us? Check out the following resources:   Free Resource: How to Have Kick A$$ Confidence in the Next 72 hours: 4 science backed strategies to level up your confidence in any setting. https://karendonaldson.lpages.co/how-to-have-kick-ass-confidence-in-the-next-72-hours/   30 Day Overcome Imposter Syndrome Bootcamp (Online & self-paced) https://www.theglobalconfidenceacademy.com/notenoughbootcamp    Connect with Karen On   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealkarendonaldson IG https://www.instagram.com/therealkarendonaldson/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkarendonaldson/

  8. Sep 16

    Here’s How to Stop Handing Over Control of Your Emotions

    Stop Matching People’s Energy: How to Stay Calm, Powerful, and in Control Matching someone’s negative energy might feel like strength, but it’s actually a sign you’ve handed over control.  In this episode of With Karen D.The Podcast, Karen Donaldson explains why reacting to other people’s moods and attitudes keeps you stuck in survival mode, and how real power comes from choosing your response. Learn how to regulate your nervous system, stay calm under pressure, and lead interactions with grounded confidence instead of emotional reactivity.

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With Karen D. The Podcast. Hosted by Karen Donaldson, certified neuroscience-backed confidence, communication, and peak performance coach to leaders, C-suite executives, celebrities, athletes, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. Sought-after guest expert for HuffPost, ABC, FOX, NBC, Citytv, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Entrepreneur .com and more. This podcast pulls back the curtain on how to speak with authority, stay grounded under pressure, stop overthinking, and show up as the most powerful version of yourself. No fluff. No filters. Real conversations + tools that actually stick. Coach Karen D is pulling back the curtain to bring those same confidence, communication, and high-performance strategies straight to you. With Karen D. The Podcast is for driven individuals who are ready to take control of their responses, strengthen their presence, elevate their communication, and operate with clarity and power in every space they enter. “Good things don’t come to those who wait, they come to those who go out and get them”. Karen Donaldson is an internationally sought-after keynote speaker working with large events, organizations and leaders to elevate confidence, communication, and performance. For speaking engagements, workshops, or team training, reach her team at admin@karendonaldsoninc.com

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  • Creator
    Karen Donaldson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Karen Donaldson
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