(337) How To Build Unshakable Confidence

Sep 9, 2025

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(337) How To Build Unshakable Confidence

In this episode, we debunk the myth that confidence is innate. We explain that true confidence is built through consistent, small actions and self-trust, not quick fixes or affirmations.

By sharing personal stories, we illustrate how stepping outside your comfort zone, tracking progress, and embracing discomfort are key to developing unshakable confidence.

✨ What’s Inside This Episode:

🎙️ 00:03 – Introduction & Common Misconceptions About Confidence
🌀 01:05 – The Myth of Innate Confidence & Why Affirmations Alone Fail
🚀 02:07 – Building Confidence Through Action & Proof to the Brain
📖 03:09 – Personal Story: Public Speaking, Toastmasters & Podcasting
🌱 04:13 – Start Small & Embrace Discomfort Like Training a Muscle
♻️ 05:12 – Repetition & Mastery of Discomfort Over Time
🚫 06:13 – No Comparison: Focusing on Your Own Progress
📊 07:11 – Tracking Wins & Progress to Boost Motivation
📌 08:15 – Three Core Truths: Not Innate, Take Action, Track Progress
😨 10:23 – Embracing Fear as a Normal Part of Growth
📢 11:21 – Outro, Feedback Invitation & Call to Subscribe

💫 About Katie Stoddart:

Katie is the founder of The Focus Bee, an international high-performance coach, speaker, author, and host of The Focus Bee Show. She supports founders, CEOs, and high achievers to reach and sustain peak performance through focus, leadership, stress management and alignment. Her mission is to create purpose-driven leaders worldwide.

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