The Tao of Self-Confidence

BioMisa Chien is the founder of The Authentic Asian.Cultural BackgroundMisa is of Chinese and Dutch decent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteJust be yourself.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf-confidence is being unapologetically yourself.Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceBefore entering college, Misa was very shy and quiet.  She wasn't able to show up as herself since she was with the same group of students in elementary school.  Misa also went through being bullied in her school years.The “AHA” MomentMisa is an overnight success 20 years in the making.  She started building businesses since she was 18 years old.  Misa always felt like she was the only Asian in the room which made her feel lonely.  Her loneliness stemmed her to create The Authentic Asian because she really wanted an all Asian women community space.  Misa wanted to create a safe space as well since she also went through toxic mindset in other communities that she was part of.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceMisa has been able to create a 6-figure business with The Authentic Asian and has over 250 members in the community.  She loves what she does and continues to elevate the voices of Asian women.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Take baby steps.  Rome wasn't built in a day.Interview LinksMisa's WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInYouTubeTiktokIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioLorraine K. Lee is the bestselling author of Unforgettable Presence and a keynote speaker.Cultural BackgroundLorraine is of Chinese descent..Favorite Self Confidence QuoteYou gain confidence by trying new and scary things.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf-confidence is someone willing to try new and scary things.  It's also knowing that you tackle something even if you don't know where to start.Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceLorraine shares that she lacked confidence especially she used to work in corporate.  She felt scared, never wanted to rock the boat and just did what she was told to do.The “AHA” MomentLorraine was asked by the publisher to write a book and even though she felt like she wasn't ready, she also knew that she had to go for it and take the opportunity.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceLife is great for Lorraine.  She is currently busy promoting her book and is open to new opportunities that may come her way. .The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Think of failures as learnings.Interview LinksLorraine's WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInYouTubeIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book. Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioHiromi Okuyama is a Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist with a dynamic career spanning acting, martial arts, and content creation.Cultural BackgroundHiromi is of Chinese and Japanese descent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteNever underestimate anyone especially yourself.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf-confidence is knowing who you truly aware, being self-aware and loving yourself.Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceHiromi shared that when she was younger, she didn't make the best choices due to her own insecurities from her culture and growing up in Toronto.The “AHA” MomentHiromi had many sprinkled aha moments which boosted her confidence such as getting back into martial arts of getting millions of views on her Tiktok.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceHiromi realizes her gifts and she uses it to give back and empower others.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Invest in self care.Interview LinksHiromi's WebsiteInstagramLinkedInTiktokIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book. Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioTam Luc is the founder of the Women Who BossUp book series.Cultural BackgroundTam is of African American descent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteConfidence comes from consistency.  Consistency is not without failure.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf confidence is just being able to do it and stop waiting for permission. Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceTam was mess.  She leaned into entrepreneurship since she saw her parents succeed in that field without graduating from college.  Tam tried entrepreneurship for 17 years and part of the reason why it took long was because she did graduate from college and she felt she needed permission to start her journey.  Because her parents did not graduate from college, they were more confident to knock on doors to make that sale while Tam hesitated.The “AHA” MomentTam's mom passed away and that made her realize that time does not go on forever.   She also realized that now is the time to take action.  It was in this moment that gave her the confidence to write her first book and boss up in her journey.  One of her biggest reasons she takes action is to make her mom proud.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceTam has been able to expand her purpose and she has more clarity than ever to boss up in her journey.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Find someone who has accomplished what you want to accomplish and be mentored by them.  Get a coach to help you figure out your journey.Interview LinksTam's WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInTiktokIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.  Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioSelena Rezvani is a recognized author, speaker, and consultant on leadership.Cultural BackgroundSelena is of Pakistani and Ukrainian descentFavorite Self Confidence QuoteI'm either going to win or I'm going to learn.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf confidence is someone who has a healthy respect for their strengths. Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceSelina was more fearful to ask for something.  She went through alot of permission seeking, apologizing for taking up space and fearing of failure.The “AHA” MomentSelina's AHA moment was during her teen years.  She was accepted to a college she applied to and found a way to make it happen.  One of the years, her aid funding was alot smaller than usual and she decided to send a letter as to why she needs more funding which was accepted to the school for the rest of her school year.  She realized that being direct, assertive and asking is what will get the results she wanted.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceSelina dedicated a book to being a self advocate called Pushback because she does the same thing for herself.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Don't let self doubt or imposter syndrome as signals that you shouldn't do something.Interview LinksSelena's WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInTiktokIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book. Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioSohee Jun is a premier leadership coach, speaker and author.Cultural BackgroundSohee is of Korean descent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteDo it afraid.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf confidence is knowing that you have what it takes and learning to tap into that. Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceSohee was seeking acceptance and validation from everyone.The “AHA” MomentSohee was put in many leadership positions in her corporate career and even though at times she wondered why she was put in these positions, she also realized it was a sign that she was meant to do to more  She decided to embody the confidence to be the leader that others saw in her.  This also made her curious and it helped her validate her own capabilities.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceSohee's life has been expansive and has the confidence to do something big and audacious such as writing her first book.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener What is that one small act to move forward.Interview LinksSohee's WebsiteInstagramLinkedInYoutubeIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.  Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

This episode will be different since I was interviewed on the Sweet But Fearless Podcast with Mary Sullivan.  I hope you enjoy today's episode and this will be the last episode for 2024.  The Tao of Self-Confidence will be back with a brand new episode on January 7, 2025.  Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones!To learn your self-confidence personality, you can take a free quiz here.If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.  Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioWendy Kim is an Inclusive Leadership Trainer and International Best-Selling Author.Cultural BackgroundWendy is of Korean descent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteI Belong.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf confidence is practicing something to the point where you feel comfortable doing it. Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceWendy felt like she was hiding who she really was.  She felt like she had to show up feeling like she had it all together when it was total opposite.The “AHA” MomentWendy wrote her book Beyond Blending In, a woman on social media messaged her saying how the book resonated with her.  In that moment, the book served as a tool to make a positive difference for others and goes beyond the accolades the book received.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceWendy may still go through challenges and by looking at her purpose, she knows she is in the right path to make a positive impact on others.  Her work also brings so much joys in her life.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Choose your hard and go for it.Interview LinksWendy's WebsiteInstagramLinkedInIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book. Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioAmy Au is the founder of Innovate You.Cultural BackgroundAmy is of Chinese descent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteNothing is impossible. The word itself says I'm Possible.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf confidence is recognizing your achievements without seeking outside validation. Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceAny was shy and didn't speak up.  She also worried about what others thought of her.The “AHA” MomentAmy shared her story of she immigrated to Canada on her at the age of 17 by herself during a work facilitation and she a great response from it.  This helped her share her story and build her confidence.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceAmy feels more relieved and continues to share her  story to inspire others.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Trust your worth and abilities.  You own your big and small successes.  Find your network of support.Interview LinksAmy's WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book. Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.

BioRechie Valdez is the Minister of Small Business for the Government of Canada.  Cultural BackgroundRechie is of Filipina descent.Favorite Self Confidence QuoteYou are beautiful, you are loved and you can do anything you want to do.Definition of Self ConfidenceSelf-confidence is one's ability to live authentically and unapologetically yourself.Her Life Before the Discovery of Self ConfidenceRechie went through physical and emotional abuse that destroyed her confidence.The “AHA” MomentRechie realize that with her experience, she had the skill and leadership capabilities to create the positive impact which led her to be in a government position.  She stepped up to be the leader she was meant to be even if she didn't have any experience with working in the government sector.  She also wanted to be the representation especially with over 1 million Filipinos living in Canada.Her Life After the Discovery of Self ConfidenceRechie is able to create positive changes for the country especially help women entrepreneurs succeed in Canada.The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener Focus on working from the inside out even if it's uncomfortable.Interview LinksRechie's WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInYouTubeTiktokIf you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | WebsiteP.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click here to preorder your copy of the bookP.P.P.S. Order my book Wiley today. Click here to order your copy of the book.Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how. Want to manifest like a queen?  Click here to learn how.