The Tao of Self Confidence

Kandy Robertson is a Social Media Expert, who is also Director of Marketing of her Social Media Marketing Agency (Conquer Marketing Agency) with more than 15 years of experience working in the entertainment industry and succeeding with creating her own multiple small businesses, including being an Executive Producer for a Reality TV Show (Kocktales & Kandy). A multi-passionate entrepreneur, she makes it her mission to help small businesses, influencers, and brands succeed. Author of 2 books, 1 named Editors Choice Best Book of 2019 and #1 Short Read for Business and Money and upcoming release of “From Peasant to Empress” on her childhood brought up by Cambodian refugees, overcoming PTSD, domestic violence and abuse, to building empires. In the book you will learn to overcome trauma and manifesting your own empire. She has been featured on Voices of America and the CNN Freedom Project, and a member of For(bes) the Culture. Kandy used to discount her services because she wasn't confident in her abilities even though she had proof of her credibility. When she stopped discounting herself, her confidence grew and believed in herself again. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Kandy's episode, Kandy's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Stephanie Liu is the live video hype queen.  She is an award-winning Digital Marketing Strategist dedicated to empowering business owners like you, skip the guesswork on how to go from unknown to unforgettable and turn your passion project into a profitable business.  Deep in the trenches of agency life, Stephanie spent a decade fine-tuning her skills on all things digital so that all of her client’s marketing initiatives worked in harmony.  From her role as a Search Marketing Manager to Social Media Strategist to Director of Social Strategy, Stephanie honed in a social media framework that resonates with startups, small businesses and Fortune 500 companies alike.  She knows exactly what it takes to get your prospects to stop, look and listen to what you have to say on social media.  Her endless curiosity about human behavior and love for data means you’ll know exactly what type of content and Facebook ads are sparking conversations and keeping your social channels buzzing with activity.  You can count on Stephanie to dig into the numbers and analyze the digital landscape to devise a brilliant plan to get your story heard, all while keeping her finger on the pulse of what inspires your audience to keep talking about you. Stephanie shares the moment in her life that made her realized she was being mean to herself and decided to be more respectful to herself.  She also shares why it's important to respect yourself.   Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Stephanie's episode, Stephanie's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Shirley Yang is the Founder and CEO of Muses which is a network for entrepreneurs and creatives that houses top marketing and creative talents for freelance and remote opportunities. We have 45,000+ members in 121 countries who have joined over 100,000 gigs.  Muses was first launched in 2018 as an influencers network, connecting social media influencers with brands. Soon after launch, they saw many of their users have multiple titles in addition to “Influencers”, they are also “Graphic Designers”, “Makeup Artists”, “Photographers”, etc. so instead of servicing influencers and brands alone, they decided to open up their platform to all digital and creative talents.   Shirley's work has been featured on Forbes, ABC, Glossy and more. Shirley shares her realizations that she does have something to contribute to the world which led her to creating her successful company and becoming the confident woman that she is today. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Shirley's episode, Shirley's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Annie Vovan is a multi passionate entrepreneur on a mission to help all moms get rid mom guilt.  Her passion is to  help female entrepreneurs create massive impact and massive wealth in their business by targeting the right customers with the right message.  If you are a mom, she has created Avenue Mama where you can find her podcast and business workshops and programs for Mompreneurs and mindset.  Annie has also been a lifestyle photographer for 15 years and she is here to support this season of your business, mama! Annie shares how Avenue Mama was created, the struggles she faced growing up as a kid and how she was able to overcome them to become the confident woman that she is today. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Annie's episode, Annie's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Cari Li is a Burnout Recovery Coach who helps women regain their energy, health and confidence using hormonal fitness. As the host of The Good Curves Podcast where she teaches on energy management, fitness and mindset but also loves to connect with others to share their stories and tools. With over 10 years of coaching experience, Cari provides a unique holistic perspective and is extremely passionate in helping her clients up-level in fitness, business and life. Cari shares how she suffered from burnout and how she realized it was hurting her confidence.  She shares how she was able to go from burnout to confidence to be the woman that she is today while helping others in a similar situation. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Cari's episode, Cari's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Karen Chuang is a dancer, teacher, and choreographer based in Los Angeles, California.  As a professional dancer Karen has appeared in a variety of television shows, live events, and toured with iconic artists including Nicki Minaj, Kanye West, and Lady Gaga. Karen is represented by Clear Talent Group, and has been a proud member of Entity Contemporary Dance since 2009.  As a choreographer, Karen meshes her different experiences in the urban, commercial, and contemporary dance worlds. She's presented original works at TEDxUCSD, the Capezio A.C.E. Awards in New York, and the McCallum Choreography Festival in Palm Desert, CA. Recently, Karen was a contributing choreographer for Carly Rae Jepsen’s, “The Dedicated Tour”. Karen was awarded the 2018 Favorite Convention Teacher Award by the Industry Dance Awards. She teaches regularly at Edge Performing Arts Center and is on faculty for Hollywood Vibe Dance Convention. Karen shares how creating a balance for dance as a career and as her passions allows her to do the things that interest her versus seeking external approval.  She also shares her tips that can help you in your own journey to self confidence. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Karen's episode, Karen's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Amira de Vera is a publicist and the founder of Project Four Public Relations. She began her career in public relations in 2009 with an internship at an Entertainment and Lifestyle publicity firm in Toronto, Canada. There she was given the opportunity to work closely with some of the country's top talents and Hollywood's biggest film productions. After completing her internship, she was immediately hired on and her passion for entertainment publicity grew.  Project Four Public Relations was founded in 2017 and it's a Sports and Entertainment Public Relations and Management Firm based in Toronto, Canada representing some of the country’s top talents in the film, television, sports, music and lifestyle industries. They specialize in personal publicity and management services which includes media relations, brand endorsements, charitable partnerships, red carpet attendance, and digital strategies. Amira shares how she was able to have the huge shift to become the confident woman that she is today and create her own path in the process.  Check out her episode to listen to her story. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Amira's episode, Amira's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Jacki Ueng is a world traveller making her dreams come true.  She is the  the founder of Bohemian Vagabond, is a passionate Globe Trotter, Gypsy, Nomad with a Love of the Water and Warm Weather. Maybe it’s the Scorpio in her. Or that Wanderlust Gene. Completely obsessed with indulging in street food around the world and immersing in the local culture through the lens of a Cultural Anthropologist.  On her travel blog, she focuses on focused on Solo Female Travels, Off the Beaten Path Destinations, Local Culture, Ethnic Food, and California Life through the eyes of a Cultural Anthropologist.  Aside from travelling she is also a real estate professional and a certified yoga instructor. Jacki shares how her first solo trip to India gave her the confidence that she has today to live her dream life.  She also shares what it's like to travel to places like The Middle East and talks about the positive things she witnesses to show others the beauty rather than what you see or hear in the media. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Jacki's episode, Jacki's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Tobey Kai  is a classically trained Canadian singer-songwriter. She studied piano and voice from a tender young age in British Columbia and later in Calgary, Alberta. Driven by her compassion for worldly issues, she writes with strong emotion. “I want to use my voice to unite and bring people together, to make people care just a little bit more, not just for the world but for each other. Music is a part of me, I think in music, dream in music, and feel in music. Music is my way of communicating my deepest fears, my ultimate happiness, and my darkest sorrows, when words simply aren’t enough.” Kai is also a  traumatic brain injury survivor who credits music for her tremendous recovery. Among other things, Kai holds a degree in Biology as well as a degree in Economics from the University of Calgary.    Tobey shares the moments in her life when she hit rock bottom, such as her traumatic brain injury, and how it helped her gain her confidence to live the life that she has today.   Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Tobey's episode, Tobey's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Justine Abigail Yu is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Living Hyphen, an intimate journal that explores the experiences of hyphenated Canadians and examines what it means to live in between cultures. She and the publication have been featured on national and local media outlets including CTV National News, CBC Metro Morning, CBC Ontario Morning, and CityTV’s Breakfast Television.  When she’s not working on her passion project, she also works as a freelance communications and marketing strategist for the social impact space. She has worked with organizations operating in North America, Central America, East Africa, and Southeast Asia. Her expertise lies in growing social enterprises from the ground up through strategic digital marketing, compelling storytelling, and genuine community engagement.  Justine Abigail is a fierce advocate for justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her mission is to stir the conscience and spur social change. Justine shares what it means to be your own hype woman and how this has helped her gain confidence and be the powerhouse woman that she is today. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Justine's episode, Justine's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Tanvi Gautam is an award winning keynote speaker, coach, consultant and founder of Leadershift Inc.  She is also awarded the Top 10 Social media influencer.  She works with leaders across the globe helping them raise their potential as impactful, authentic, engaged and inclusive leaders. Tanvi is an (ICF) certified business story coach using this powerful medium for transformational leadership; Purpose based brand storytelling; Change management & more for C-suite leaders, senior partners, sales directors, and more. The list of clients include firms like Microsoft, Exxon, Mastercard, Dell, Medtronics, TNT, Accenture, Merck, NetApp, Juniper, Verizon among others. Tanvi shares the moment she realizes the positive impact she has created and decided to step into her power and greatness.  She also shares her tips that can help you in your own journey to self confidence. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Tanvi's episode, Tanvi's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Chie Tamada is a lettering artist based in San Francisco who enjoys being creative and active.  She also works in the tech industry.  She believes there’s a creator and athlete in all of us, and flexing your creative and physical muscles can lead to a happier and healthier life.  Chie illustrates uplifting messages to spread positivity, promote active living, and encourage others to get creative.  She loves drawing and studying letterforms and she spends most of her life thinking about how she can apply her lettering to a new medium to make it unique and memorable. Chie used to think that her voice never mattered and would keep it to herself.  She shares how she was able to build her confidence when she realized that being authentic is valuable.  Check out her episode to listen to her story. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Chie's episode, Chie's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Miss Casey Carter is a media personality.   A socialite, supporter and hustler by nature, Miss Casey Carter has been on a self-made journey since 2009 after turning her passion for music, events and celebrities into a blog and brand. Working on getting her platform to a larger scale, Casey secured interviews with the biggest artist in the game during the earlier part of their careers including Waka Flocka, DJ Drama, Curren$y and more. Moving forward, she launched an independent music website called TheBlowUp.co in 2015, but laid to rest in 2018. (RIP!) Continuing her passion in supporting artist and creatives, she is now the host of “The Glow Up”, a weekly podcast highlighting art and entrepreneurship, as well as “Miss Casey Carter’s Tea of the Week”, which focuses on her love for all things entertainment and spotlights artist within the NW and beyond. Casey is also the host of KUBE 93.3’s “The Come Up”, which is home to new and local music in the NW.  Casey also continues to work on event production for concerts and parties as well as collaborate with artist for exclusive content. More importantly she is working with her community of creatives to continue to build a strong spotlight on the up and coming. Casey shares that she had to stop beating herself up to be the confident woman that she is today.  She also shares tips that can help you in your own journey to self confidence. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Casey's episode, Casey's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Aimée Suen is certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, author, recipe developer, designer, photographer and podcaster.  Her blog, Small Eats, started in 2013 as a way to share her mostly plant-based recipes and show her friends and family that healthy eating could be tasty after she gained weight in college. It was a creative outlet that gave her purpose and joy. The “small” at the time came from the need to get smaller, the fact that she is small in height, she is under 5 feet tall, smaller portions and the fact that she just cooked for her and her partner.  She also has a podcast called Small Steps which dives deeper into specific topics around health, wellness and the amazing people making a difference and empowering others. Aimée shares how connecting the dots helped her realized her true self to be the woman that she is today.  She also shares tips that can help you in your own journey to self confidence. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Aimée's episode, Aimée's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

Raye Zaragoza (pronounced ray zay-rah-GO-zah) is an award-winning singer/songwriter who carries an acoustic guitar and a message. Her quiet yet powerful song “In the River,” written in response to the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline near the Standing Rock Sioux reservation in North Dakota, garnered half a million video views, national media coverage, and a Global Music Award and Honesty Oscar. Her forthcoming sophomore LP recorded with Tucker Martine (The Decemberists, First Aid Kit) will be released in 2020.  Raye’s debut album, Fight For You (independent, 2017), displays her compassion, dedication to justice and equality for all, and keen eye for the seemingly small daily moments that become our most meaningful memories.  Raye performs her music all over the United States and Europe. Her music has been featured on Billboard, Popmatters, Earmilk, Democracy Now! and on numerous lists of the best modern-day protest songs, including those by Paste Magazine, What Culture, and Overblown. She has also performed live sessions for Paste, Daytrotter, and FNX. Raye shares how she used to be ashamed of herself for being mixed race but when she started seeing other women of color stepping up and owning their true selves, Raye became inspired to do the same and is proud of who she is. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Raye's episode, Raye's website, resources, gifts and so much more.