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  • 327: Healing Your Money Blocks and Fears

    327: Healing Your Money Blocks and Fears
    Apr 16 2026
    What if the thing that's been standing in our way financially is actually just a part of us that's trying to protect us? In this episode, Kathy welcomes former financial adviser, somatic money coach, and author, Catherine Morgan, back to the show to talk about money blocks and fears, and why financial issues aren't often caused by a lack of discipline or desire, but rather because body patterns cannot be healed through mindset shifts alone. Catherine is the founder of The Money Panel® and is on a mission to empower one million people towards greater financial equity by addressing the emotional and psychological patterns that keep people stuck financially. She offers nervous-system-focused, somatic approaches that help her clients heal their relationship with money. Catherine believes that financial freedom can only be achieved when the trauma responses that drive financial behavior are addressed. In our conversation, Catherine reflects on her personal financial journey and discusses how our earliest childhood experiences inform our relationships with money. She explains how language cues give us information about financial trauma, the importance of allowing yourself to feel your emotions, and the power of collective financial freedom. Catherine also introduces the concept of Money Protective, Desiring, and Neutral Parts and shares how meeting these parts with curiosity, not judgment, leads to healing. She encourages listeners to 'have a discussion' with the different parts of us relating to money so that these parts can work together, instead of being in conflict. Catherine breaks down why money blocks are not mindset failures; they are body memories that need to be healed somatically. When these blocks are healed using somatic tools, we can teach our bodies that wealth is safe and finally achieve our financial goals. To end, you'll hear about Catherine's upcoming Wealth Resonance® Program and Kathy's part in it. Tune in to discover how acknowledging our Protective Parts with compassion can transform the way we handle our money! Key Points From This Episode: Introduction to Catherine Morgan, her own financial journey, and why money is one of the most accurate reflections of our relationship with ourselves. [02:56]How our earliest experiences affect our relationship with money and why we need to look at those memories with compassion. [08:05]Catherine walks us through how language cues link to money beliefs and how we can use them to understand trauma. [17:00]What the Reticular Activating System (RAS) is and the role it plays in our relationship with money. [20:51]The importance of allowing yourself to feel and show emotion, and why collective financial freedom is so powerful. [27:26]Misconceptions about content creation and how Catherine thinks the value of our economy will evolve during the AI revolution. [32:02]The one framework Catherine wants to teach listeners: Money Parts (Protective, Desiring, and Neutral) and how to manage them. [37:46]Catherine tells us about her upcoming money coaching sessions and what we can learn from her program, The Body of Wealth. [47:09]An invitation to join Wealth Resonance with Catherine and Kathy, and a bit about what you can expect from it. [51:04] For More Information: Catherine Morgan Catherine Morgan on LinkedIn Catherine Morgan on Facebook Catherine Morgan on Instagram Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: The Great Release - A free 2-day event to help you install a new money operating system Wealth Resonance® 8 Week Program Catherine's Podcast, It's Not About the Money ——————— Info about upcoming programs from Catherine Morgan Catherine's FREE Event - The Great Release - May 14th and 18th, 2026The Great Release is a free, live two-part experience happening on 14th May and 18th May 2026. In Session 1 (14th May, 7 pm (UK)), Catherine guides you through an EFT release practice and Heart Breathing to shift the pattern your body has been holding around money. In Session 2 (18th May), you build your Personal Money Map — a one-page blueprint of your specific money pattern, with a daily practice to take it forward. It's completely free, it's live, and everything you create is built from your own experience. Register here: [LINK] ——————— Wealth Resonance® 8-Week Money Somatics Program with Catherine Morgan (including a bonus event - The Power To Receive - with Kathy) Join Catherine in May 2026 in her transformative program that helps clients heal their relationship with money through nervous system-focused approaches, incorporating Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and trauma-informed practices to create lasting financial change. EXCLUSIVE BONUS: Join Wealth Resonance® and you will also receive an exclusive one-hour live training with Kathy: The Power to Receive - Shifting the patterns that limit your visibility, confidence, and expansion CLICK HERE to learn more >> Weath Resonance® Program ______________________...
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  • 326: Taking the Brave Leap to Live Your Life Purpose

    326: Taking the Brave Leap to Live Your Life Purpose
    Apr 2 2026
    Note from Kathy: I'm excited to bring back one of the most popular episodes of Finding Brave in recent months — a conversation that has stayed with me over time. Listening again, I'm reminded how relevant and instrumental Jeffrey Allen's insights and teachings are, especially in moments when we're questioning our direction, purpose, or next step. Enjoy! _________________________________________________ Why would someone walk away from a lucrative, 15-year career in software engineering? For Jeffrey Allen, it came down to one thing: learning to prioritize the "spirit mind" over the "material mind." That perspective shift gave him the inner clarity—and the bravery and courage—to finally move into a life and career of deeper purpose. Jeffrey is a spiritual teacher and energy healer whose work has empowered 1.6 million people through Mindvalley's Healing Programs and through his own courses, trainings and years of individual and group work with thousands of people around the globe. His mission is to make access to our higher consciousness and to energy healing practices available to all—helping people release pain, deepen relationships, and live with genuine purpose. Alongside his wife, Hisami, he co-created Awakening Your Spirit Mind, a five‑week online training designed to help people reconnect with their true essence, tune into their connected consciousness beyond logic, and live more from joy and inner wisdom. Today, we weave together themes of career, leadership, personal growth, and performance as well as deep healing and growth, in a discussion about making the brave leap to deeper purpose in our lives and work. Jeffrey details his own transition from a successful 15-year career as a software engineer to a renowned energy healer and teacher – a move propelled by a "visceral" feeling of emptiness despite great outward success. He urges us to heed our inner guidance, observing that we're in an energy climate today where people are becoming more authentic, so our desires and priorities naturally evolve through growth and change. The discussion underscores the power of recognizing our two minds: the material mind, rooted in logic yet tangled with emotion and regret, and the spirit mind, which offers universal wisdom, a peaceful presence, and love. Jeffrey goes on to explain the difference between material mind spirituality and spirit mind, why our beliefs should be based on our experiences, and details a three-step (plus a bonus fourth) process to shift out of your material mind. Join this riveting conversation to discover how you, too, can take a brave leap to fully live your life purpose. Key Highlights From This Episode: Introducing the title, topic, and guest for today's conversation: the brave leap to live your life purpose. [01:25]What it takes to honor our deep callings and the brave leap to purpose. [07:20]A discussion unpacking our internal guides and guidance, and how listening to our internal guidance shifts us to experience integrated awareness. [14:30]Reframing what we experience as "mistakes" we've made, as an energetic breakthrough instead. [26:10]The power of two minds: the material mind versus the spirit mind. [30:00]Jeffrey helps explain the difference between material mind spirituality and spirit mind spirituality. [38:30]Why your beliefs should be based on your own experiences. [42:50]The spirit mind: a holistic, unconditional love observation space. [43:30]Three steps to shift out of your material mind. [46:20]The fourth step to finding the beautiful moments every day in life and why that's essential to our best lives. [53:20] For More Information: Jeffrey Allen Jeffrey Allen on Facebook Jeffrey Allen on Instagram Jeffrey Allen on YouTube Jeffrey Allen on LinkedIn Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Explore Jeffrey and Hisami's courses on Energy Training, Awareness Training, and Spirit Mind Training. Follow this link for more information on Mindvalley Personal Development Programs. Jeffrey and Hisami Allen's Course – Awakening Your Spirit Mind: Jeffrey Allen lives in Tokyo with his wife, Hisami, and together they've created a transformational course and community called Awakening Your Spirit Mind. This deeply inspiring and life-affirming program encompasses the concept of "Spirit Mind Living" – and teaches participants with detailed chapter lessons, videos, visualizations, meditations and more to help participants reconnect with their true essence and remember how consciousness truly works – and how to open yourself up to a whole new mindset and lifestyle to navigate the massive collective energy shift happening on the planet right now. What is Spirit Mind Living? Learn more HERE To register for the course, click HERE Jeffrey's brand new course - "5 Days to Calm Your Mind and Meet Your Spirit" offers a taste of Spirit Mind experientially, and is FREE for the Finding Brave community and listeners. Learn more here. ——————— Order ...
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  • 325: How to Lead and Live With Less Stress and More Joy

    325: How to Lead and Live With Less Stress and More Joy
    Mar 19 2026
    Stress has become a badge of honor in many workplaces and is often praised as a sign of drive and resilience, even when it leads to burnout. In this conversation, Kathy speaks with executive advisor and author Amy Leneker about why redefining our relationship with stress may be the key we need to healthier leadership and more sustainable and rewarding success. Amy Leneker is a former C-suite executive and leadership consultant who has helped more than 100,000 leaders and teams thrive at work. After experiencing burnout twice in her own career, she became determined to help others succeed without sacrificing their health, relationships, or happiness. She shares insights from her new book, Cheers to Monday: The Surprisingly Simple Method to Lead and Live with Less Stress and More Joy, and explains why joy is not a reward that comes after success but a powerful force that helps create it. In our conversation, Amy reflects on her personal journey through burnout and the deeper patterns that kept leading her back to overwhelming stress. She explains how the stories we carry about work, ambition, and gratitude can shape our behavior and keep us stuck in unhealthy cycles. By uncovering these "stress stories," individuals and teams can begin to understand where their pressure truly comes from and how it influences their choices. Amy also shares how leaders can begin shifting their relationship with stress, both individually and within organizations. Through honest conversations and a willingness to question long-held assumptions, teams can begin moving away from cultures where stress is worn as a badge of honor. Tune in to discover how redefining stress and embracing joy can transform the way we lead, work, and live. Key Highlights From This Episode: Introduction to Amy Leneker and how experiencing burnout twice pushed her to examine the patterns repeatedly led her back to overwhelming stress. [02:01]Research findings on why stress is often misunderstood in the workplace and how joy helps buffer and build resilience against stress. [07:34]How childhood experiences can shape the "stress stories" we carry into our careers. [12:04]Amy's framework for working with organizations and teams, including one-on-one interviews. [15:53]Collective stress stories within teams and organizations, and how some workplaces view chronic stress as a badge of honor. [18:09]Practical stress strategies: The importance of strong support systems, Amy's Un-Stressing Method, and the five types of work stress. [20:47]How to distinguish between motivating stress (eustress) and harmful stress (distress) based on whether it enhances or harms performance. [27:05]A simple decision matrix for solving stressors based on importance and control, helping leaders decide when to act, ask for help, accept, or move on. [30:32]Where to learn more about Amy's work, including her website, her new book, and opportunities for deeper training. [38:08] For More Information: Amy Leneker Amy Leneker on LinkedIn Amy Leneker on Instagram Amy Leneker on X Amy Leneker on YouTube Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Amy's latest book, Cheers to Monday: The Surprisingly Simple Method to Lead and Live with Less Stress and More Joy Amy's podcast Less Stress, More Joy ——————— READY FOR A HUGE SHIFT TO ACHIEVE MORE SUCCESS, IMPACT, AND FULFILLMENT IN YOUR CAREER? Work with Kathy and get hands-on, transformative CAREER & LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING SUPPORT today! Join me today in one of my top-requested career and leadership growth 1:1 coaching programs and take 20% off the price this week with coupon code 'FBRAVE20" as my thank-you for tuning in! Visit my Career Help page, or click the links below for more information and to register today and save 20%: – Jumpstart Your Career Success (3 sessions) – Career & Leadership Breakthrough program (6 sessions) – Build Your Confidence, Success and Impact (10 sessions) ——————— GOT A BURNING CAREER OR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH QUESTION? Ask me on Hubble I'm thrilled to join the Hubble Expert Advisory group, a space for thoughtful conversations and honest advice on life, work, business, and career challenges. I often hear from people worldwide seeking guidance on careers, leadership, personal growth, and making a bigger impact doing work you're uniquely designed for that brings meaning, fulfillment and reward to your life. Now, connecting and answering your questions is easier than ever—Hubble lets you book a one-off call or recurring sessions with me. Book some time with me here on Hubble – I'd love to support your top goals: https://app.hubble.social/kathycaprino ——————— Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's...
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  • 324: Avoiding the Biggest Job Application Mistakes Today

    324: Avoiding the Biggest Job Application Mistakes Today
    Feb 26 2026
    What if you feel you're doing everything right in your job search and it's still not bringing you results? In today's uncertain market, even highly capable professionals are facing longer searches and lower response rates. On this episode of Finding Brave, we explore what is really happening in today's hiring landscape and why so many smart and capable professionals are struggling. Sam Wright is one of the founding team members of Huntr.co, an AI-powered resume builder and job search platform. Drawing from analyses of over 1.6 million applications and hundreds of one-on-one coaching conversations, he combines data-backed insight with genuine compassion for the emotional toll of career uncertainty. In this conversation, he shares key findings from Huntr's 2025 Annual Job Search Trends Report and what they reveal about the realities of today's market. Together, we unpack the biggest job application mistakes professionals are making, including why tailoring your resume strategically for each job can significantly improve interview conversion rates. Sam explains why high-volume applying often backfires, what the data actually says about resume length, and why quality and relevance matter more than fitting everything onto one page. He reminds us that the job search is not a place to be humble, but to clearly and truthfully showcase your impact. The conversation also tackles myths about AI and applicant tracking systems, clarifying what really disqualifies candidates. Listen in for a data-backed, practical conversation that will give you a clearer understanding of what actually drives results in today's job search process. Key Highlights From This Episode: Introducing Sam Wright, Huntr.co, and highlights from their 2025 Job Search Trends Report. [01:59]Why the average job search is taking longer. [06:47]The biggest mistake candidates make: not tailoring resumes to the job description. [10:28]How to tailor your resume to match the job description and showcase your skills. [14:59]Debunking the one-page resume myth and focusing on quality over length. [21:52]When cover letters help and why high-volume applying backfires. [23:55]Using AI tools wisely and avoiding fabricated metrics. [25:42]Giving yourself permission to claim your accomplishments, especially for women who often understate their impact. [29:05]Learning to embrace and build your identity beyond your job title. [34:31]Navigating applicant tracking systems (ATS) and automated screening in the job market. [41:13] For More Information: Sam Wright on LinkedIn Sam Wright on Instagram Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: CLICK HERE to visit Huntr and organize and track your job search Check out Huntr's 2025 Annual Job Search Trends Report Try out Huntr's AI Resume Builder and Resume Tailor READY FOR A HUGE SHIFT TO ACHIEVE MORE SUCCESS, IMPACT, AND FULFILLMENT IN YOUR CAREER? Work with Kathy and get hands-on, transformative CAREER & LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING SUPPORT today! Join me today in one of my top-requested career and leadership growth 1:1 coaching programs and take 20% off the price this week with coupon code 'FBRAVE20 as my thank-you for tuning in! Visit my Career Help page, or click the links below for more information and to register today and save 20%: – Jumpstart Your Career Success (3 sessions) – Career & Leadership Breakthrough program (6 sessions) – Build Your Confidence, Success and Impact (10 sessions) ——————— GOT A BURNING CAREER OR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH QUESTION? Ask me on Hubble I'm thrilled to join the Hubble Expert Advisory group, a space for thoughtful conversations and honest advice on life, work, business, and career challenges. I often hear from people worldwide seeking guidance on careers, leadership, personal growth, and making a bigger impact. Now, connecting and answering your questions is easier than ever—Hubble lets you book a one-off call or recurring sessions with me. Book some time with me here on Hubble - I'd love to support your top goals: https://app.hubble.social/kathycaprino ——————— Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible. Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free Resources Kathy's TEDx Talk, Time To Brave Up & Free Career Path Self-Assessment Kathy's Amazing Career Project video training course & 6 Dominant Action Styles Quiz ——————— Sponsor Highlight I'm thrilled that both Audible.com and Amazon Music are sponsors of Finding Brave! Take advantage of their great special offers and free trials today! ...
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  • 323: How to Negotiate Success in Your Work, Relationships and Career with Scott Tillema

    323: How to Negotiate Success in Your Work, Relationships and Career with Scott Tillema
    Feb 5 2026
    Our inspiring podcast guest today, Scott Tillema, is an award-winning keynote speaker and negotiation expert who helps leaders navigate difficult conversations with confidence, influence, and trust. Drawing on more than 20 years in law enforcement, including his work as an FBI-trained hostage negotiator and a business negotiator trained through the Harvard University Program on Negotiation, Scott brings rare, real-world insight into what it takes to lead effectively in high-stakes moments. His work focuses on showing leaders how to connect first, influence second, and create outcomes that move people and businesses forward. In this episode, Scott unpacks the psychology behind negotiation and human connection through four key factors: understanding, timing, delivery, and respect. He shares how his early life, career in law enforcement, and deep study of human behavior shaped his approach, why judgment blocks connection, and how problem-solving can sometimes stand in the way of true empathy. We also explore what bad leadership can teach us, why influence is a learnable skill, and why we should never forget that connection is at the very heart of influence. Join us for an eye-opening conversation about how to harness the influence you may not even know you have to change the world for the better. Key Highlights From This Episode: Scott's beginnings in hostage negotiations from studying psychology and working in law enforcement. [04:45]How his childhood and early adult experiences shaped his curiosity about what drives people. [06:53]How judgment acts as a barrier to connection and ultimately negotiation. [11:20]Four factors of negotiation: understanding, timing, delivery, and respect. [17:03]Why it is truly possible for anyone to become a strong verbal influencer. [21:32]What we can learn from bad leadership and the mistakes they make along the way. [26:12]Why problem-solving creates a barrier to true empathy. [31:02]A final word of encouragement about the influence you might not know you have. [44:55] For More Information: Scott TillemaScott Tillema on InstagramScott Tillema on LinkedIn Scott Tillema on YouTube Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Scott Tillema's TEDx TalkThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleAlison Fragale's episode on Finding BraveAlison Fragale's book, Likeable Badass ——————— READY FOR A HUGE SHIFT TO ACHIEVE MORE SUCCESS, IMPACT, AND FULFILLMENT IN YOUR CAREER? Work with Kathy and get hands-on, transformative CAREER & LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING SUPPORT today! Join me today in one of my top-requested career and leadership growth 1:1 coaching programs and take 20% off the price this week as a valued Finding Brave listener, with coupon code 'FBRAVE20 as my thank-you for tuning in! Visit my Career Help page, or click the links below for more information and to register today and save 20%: – Jumpstart Your Career Success (3 sessions) – Career & Leadership Breakthrough program (6 sessions) – Build Your Confidence, Success and Impact (10 sessions) ——————— GOT A BURNING CAREER OR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH QUESTION? Ask me on Hubble I'm thrilled to join the Hubble Expert Advisory group, a space for thoughtful conversations and honest advice on life, work, business, and career challenges. I often hear from people worldwide seeking guidance on careers, leadership, personal growth, and making a bigger impact. Now, connecting and answering your questions is easier than ever—Hubble lets you book a one-off call or recurring sessions with me. Book a call with me today via Hubble - I'd love to support your top goals: https://app.hubble.social/kathycaprino ——————— Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible. Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free Resources Kathy's TEDx Talk, Time To Brave Up & Free Career Path Self-Assessment Kathy's Amazing Career Project video training course & 6 Dominant Action Styles Quiz ——————— Sponsor Highlight I'm thrilled that both Audible.com and Amazon Music are sponsors of Finding Brave! Take advantage of their great special offers and free trials today! Audible Offer Amazon Music Offer Quotes: "Crisis isn't reserved for the SWAT team. We're all experiencing this in our teams, in our organizations, in our families. So these techniques and structures that I've learned in these life or death conversations are so needed and so interesting to people outside of the law enforcement lane." — Scott Tillema [0:06:03] "Influence begins with ...
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  • 322: How to Powerfully Market Your Small Business with AI

    322: How to Powerfully Market Your Small Business with AI
    Jan 22 2026
    Are you using AI to its full potential to meet your marketing, small business, and branding needs? Today's guest, Alan Stern, is a dynamic speaker, DJ, and marketing expert with nearly twenty years of sales and marketing experience in retail and service industries. His passion for helping small businesses thrive translates into practical guidance on how to leverage AI and freemium apps to create a big impact with your marketing on a small budget. Driven by the belief that people buy from a person before they buy from a brand, his unique approach at Persona Marketing helps his clients leverage humor and education to create marketing that builds trust and truly connects. He also unpacks this in his book, How to Dominate The Newsfeed Without Spending A Dime, which teaches audiences how to attract business through social media. Join us as we unpack the power of integrating simple tech tools into your day-to-day work to improve your reach, help you find your niche, and develop your voice. This is a conversation about how to use AI to make your hard-earned expertise, lived experience and mentorship more valuable than ever, rather than allowing AI to replace your genius or your special lens, We talk about not only about the power of AI, but the power of you! Don't miss out on key insights to help you leverage AI with confidence and get real results you're desiring. Key Highlights From This Episode: Alan's journey to making a big impact on a small budget. [03:46]How to stay top of mind without spending any money using the H.E.A.T. Method. [06:57]Why "aspirational" marketing is ultimately a turn-off and what is actually working online. [11:38]How AI can support you in marketing to solve a problem versus address a situation. [16:43]Leveraging technology for market research to better understand your audience. [21:24]An easy win to reach your exact target market using AI tools. [28:46]What it looks like to use AI to make your lived expertise and mentorship more valuable. [34:35]How ChatGPT can help you understand your niche in the market. [42:13] For More Information: Alan Stern Alan Stern Email Alan Stern on LinkedIn Alan Stern on Facebook Alan Stern on Instagram Persona Marketing Microsites Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Alan's book, How to Dominate The Newsfeed Without Spending A Dime Kathy's Career and Leadership Growth Digital Tool ——————— READY FOR A HUGE SHIFT TO ACHIEVE A RAPID BREAKTHROUGH TO GREATER SUCCESS, IMPACT AND REWARD IN YOUR CAREER? Work with Kathy and get hands-on, transformative CAREER & LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING SUPPORT today! Join me today in one of my top-requested career and leadership growth 1:1 coaching programs and take 20% off the price this week with coupon code 'FBRAVE20' as my thank-you for tuning in! Visit my Career Help page, or click the links below for more information and to register today and save 20%: – Jumpstart Your Career Success (3 sessions) – Career & Leadership Breakthrough program (6 sessions) – Build Your Confidence, Success and Impact (10 sessions) And visit Kathy's FREE digital career and leadership coaching tool for on-the-spot guidance and answers 24/7 to your pressing questions >> Kathy Caprino AI ——————— GOT A BURNING CAREER OR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH QUESTION? Ask me on Hubble I'm thrilled to join the Hubble Expert Advisory group, a space for thoughtful conversations and honest advice on life, work, business and career challenges. I often hear from people worldwide seeking guidance on careers, leadership, personal growth, and making a bigger impact. Now, connecting and answering your questions is easier than ever—Hubble lets you book a one-off call or recurring sessions with me. Book some time with me here on Hubble - I'd love to support your top goals: https://app.hubble.social/kathycaprino ——————— Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible. Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free Resources Kathy's TEDx Talk, Time To Brave Up & Free Career Path Self-Assessment Kathy's Amazing Career Project video training course & 6 Dominant Action Styles Quiz ——————— Sponsor Highlight I'm thrilled that both Audible.com and Amazon Music are sponsors of Finding Brave! Take advantage of their great special offers and free trials today! Audible Offer Amazon Music Offer Quotes: "At the end of the day, it doesn't matter what business you're in, we're all kind of selling the same thing — trust, expertise and an end result." — Alan Stern [0...
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  • 321: How to Be a Likeable Badass

    321: How to Be a Likeable Badass
    Jan 8 2026
    What if the very traits you've been told to soften, like being collaborative or agreeable, are actually essential to your success, not obstacles to it? In this episode of Finding Brave, we explore why so many professionals, especially women, feel trapped between being liked and being respected, and what it really takes to be both. In this episode, Kathy Caprino speaks with Alison Fragale, an organizational psychologist, professor at the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School, and bestselling author of Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve. Drawing on her extensive research on status, power, negotiation, and influence, Alison helps individuals understand how respect is formed and how it can be intentionally built without compromising your authenticity. In our conversation, Alison breaks down the two core dimensions that shape how others evaluate and perceive us: warmth and competence. She explains how our behaviors signal, or fail to signal, competence, how feedback like "you're too nice" is often misunderstood, and why pulling back on warmth is rarely the right answer. Through powerful examples from her research, consulting career, and personal experience, she reveals how small behavioral shifts can dramatically change how others perceive your authority and credibility. This episode offers practical, science-backed insight for anyone navigating leadership, visibility, or influence at work. If you have ever felt misunderstood or unsure of how to show up fully and effectively while being your true self, this conversation will give you a new lens and and transformative ways forward. Key Highlights From This Episode: Introducing Alison Fragale and her research on status, power, and influence. [01:00]Lessons from Alison's early consulting career at McKinsey and how career dissatisfaction can drive self-awareness and meaningful change. [04:44]The science behind status, why respect matters, and the "likeable badass" framework. [12:51]Understanding the two key ways people evaluate others: warmth and competence. [14:35]How gender bias shapes status and perception in the workplace. [17:26]Ways that feedback like "you're too nice" often miss the point, what it's actually communicating, and how to signal capability without sacrificing warmth or authenticity. [21:28]Why asking for advice, not feedback, leads to clearer insight and stronger allies. [25:37]Alison's personal story about self-deprecation and learning from direct feedback. [28:07]Unpacking key distinctions between power and status, and their effects. [33:32]Final takeaway: How talking up others builds status and influence, and is one of the most rewarding, fruitful and joyful things we can do. [37:50] For More Information: Alison Fragale Alison Fragale on LinkedIn Alison Fragale on YouTube Alison Fragale on Instagram Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Alison's book, Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve ——————— READY FOR A HUGE SHIFT TO ACHIEVE MORE SUCCESS, IMPACT AND FULFILLMENT IN YOUR CAREER? Work with Kathy and get hands-on, transformative CAREER & LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING SUPPORT today! Join me today in one of my top-requested career and leadership growth 1:1 coaching programs and take 20% off the price this week with coupon code 'FBRAVE20 as my thank-you for tuning in! Visit my Career Help page, or click the links below for more information and to register today and save 20%: – Jumpstart Your Career Success (3 sessions) – Career & Leadership Breakthrough program (6 sessions) – Build Your Confidence, Success and Impact (10 sessions) ——————— GOT A BURNING CAREER OR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH QUESTION? Ask me on Hubble I'm thrilled to be an Advisor on the terrific Hubble Expert Advisory group, a curated and knowledge-packed platform for thoughtful and helpful conversations and honest advice on life, work, startup and business growth and navigating professional, career and leadership challenges. I often hear from people worldwide seeking guidance on careers, leadership, executive, and personal growth, and making a bigger impact. Now, connecting with you and answering your questions is easier than ever—Hubble lets you book a one-off call or recurring sessions with me in just seconds. Book some time with me here on Hubble - I'd love to support your top goals: https://app.hubble.social/kathycaprino ——————— Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible. Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free ...
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  • 320: Be Yourself at Work: Show Up, Stand Out, and Lead from the Heart

    320: Be Yourself at Work: Show Up, Stand Out, and Lead from the Heart
    Dec 18 2025
    What does it really mean to be yourself at work without hiding, performing, or shrinking to fit expectations? In this Finding Brave conversation, we explore why authentic presence is not a soft skill or a personal indulgence, but a powerful leadership practice that builds trust, connection, and impact in today's fast-moving, emotionally complex workplaces. Today's inspiring guest is Claude Silver, the world's first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, where she partners with CEO Gary Vaynerchuk to shape culture and leadership at scale. A sought-after speaker and the author of Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaking Power of Showing Up, Standing Out, and Leading from the Heart, Claude brings a deeply human lens to leadership that is grounded in emotional intelligence, courage, and self-awareness. Her work challenges the outdated belief that professionalism requires emotional distance or self-erasure. In this wide-ranging and deeply personal discussion, Claude shares formative stories from her own life that shaped her understanding of authentic presence. Together, Kathy and Claude unpack what authenticity looks like in real moments at work, from navigating difficult conversations to noticing the inner "song" that shapes how we show up. Claude breaks down her three emotional pillars, namely, emotional optimism, emotional bravery, and emotional efficiency, and explains how emotions can guide more grounded and courageous leadership. The episode also explores why leading with heart matters more than ever in an AI-driven, always-on world, and how taking up space, asking for what you need, and speaking honestly can transform both individual careers and workplace cultures. Listen in and consider what might shift if you gave yourself permission today to be fully seen and fully heard at work! Key Highlights From This Episode: Introducing Claude Silver and what's missing from how we talk about authenticity. [00:59]Why being authentic is a privilege and the power of knowing yourself. [06:40]How early experiences with dyslexia shaped Claude's self-image and personal growth. [10:18]A pivotal Outward Bound moment that revealed the power of changing the "song" in your head. [13:56][18:05] What authentic presence really looks like beyond theory and performative professionalism.[23:27] Claude's three pillars: emotional optimism, emotional bravery, and emotional efficiency.[30:47] Leading with heart in an AI-driven world that often feels rushed, disconnected, or dehumanizing.Why taking up space, speaking honestly, and being fully human changes work and culture. [33:35] For More Information: Claude Silver Claude Silver on LinkedIn Claude Silver on Instagram Links/Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode: Claude Silver's book, Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaking Power of Showing Up, Standing Out, and Leading from the Heart What it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) Kathy's Finding Brave interview with Andre Solo on "Being Highly Sensitive is a Super Power: Embrace and Leverage It" and Kathy's article "How I Found Out I'm a Highly Sensitive Person and Used It To Change My Life" ——————— READY FOR A HUGE SHIFT TO ACHIEVE MORE SUCCESS, IMPACT AND FULFILLMENT IN YOUR CAREER? Work with Kathy and get hands-on, transformative CAREER & LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING SUPPORT today! Join me today in one of my top-requested career and leadership growth 1:1 coaching programs and take 20% off the price this week with coupon code 'FBRAVE20' as my thank-you for tuning in! Visit my Career Help page, or click the links below for more information and to register today and save 20%: – Jumpstart Your Career Success (3 sessions) – Career & Leadership Breakthrough program (6 sessions) – Build Your Confidence, Success and Impact (10 sessions) ——————— GOT A BURNING CAREER OR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH QUESTION? Ask me on Hubble I'm thrilled to join the Hubble Expert Advisory group, a space for thoughtful conversations and honest advice on life, work, business and career challenges. I often hear from people worldwide seeking guidance on careers, leadership, personal growth, and making a bigger impact. Now, connecting and answering your questions is easier than ever—Hubble lets you book a one-off call or recurring sessions with me. Book some time with me here on Hubble - I'd love to support your top goals: https://app.hubble.social/kathycaprino ——————— Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible. Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free ...
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