In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas Podcast

Have you ever been told to be more confident? Society has conditioned us to believe confidence means speaking louder or puffing our chest, but what if we’ve been thinking about it all wrong?   In this episode, Lisa reveals a powerful truth: Confidence is a choice and a mindset before it becomes a behavior. It’s not about bravado or performance; it’s about trusting in your own abilities. We’re all born fully self-confident, but over time, six powerful forces shape our inner critic and hold us back. The good news? You can break free and choose gravitas.   If you’ve ever doubted yourself, this episode will change the way you see confidence, because it’s not about being the loudest in the room; it’s about owning your strengths and stepping into your power.Listen in and discover: Why confidence is a mindset before it’s a behavior The six forces that hold us back (and how to take away their power) How to shift your inner dialogue and take control of your narrative The eight superpowers that redefine confidence, because confidence looks different for everyone ⁠Discover Your Superpowers at MyConfidenceLanguage.com ⁠ 00:00 Intro 01:14 We're All Born Fully Self-Confident 02:40 The 6 Forces That Hold Us Back 07:09 Breaking Free From The 6 Forces 10:48 Confidence Is A Choice 12:18 The 8 Superpowers That Redefine Confidence 18:31 Lisa's Story and How Shifting Your Mindset Can Empower You 21:15 Your Inner Critic 23:01 Recap and Final Thoughts 24:18 Disclaimer   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration: ⁠Visit Our Website⁠ ⁠Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback⁠ ⁠Follow Gravitas on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow Lisa on Instagram⁠ ⁠Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com ⁠  

In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa is joined by her dear friend, Vicky Nguyen, the anchor of NBC Daily News and Chief Consumer Investigative Correspondent for The Today Show. Vicky opens up about her remarkable journey from being a boat baby escaping Vietnam to becoming a trusted national news anchor. She shares insights from her forthcoming book, Boat Baby (out on April 1st), and talks about resilience, vulnerability, and the power of moving forward despite challenges. This episode is a testament to the immigrant experience, the importance of connection, and the strength of family. Listen in for an inspiring conversation full of wisdom and heart.    00:00 Intro 00:48 Vicky Nguyen 02:05 Lisa and Vicky's Friendship 10:04 Confidence and Insecurities at Work and at Home 16:19 Immigrant Experience and Power of Resilience 19:30 Vicky's Book, Boat Baby 25:33 Key Takeaways From Boat Baby 31:13 Era of Transparency and Connection 32:31 Did You Ever Imagine This Life? 36:14 The Real Goal of Boat Baby 39:12 Final Thoughts 39:42 25 Ideas in 2025 to Accelerate Action 40:54 Disclaimer   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration:  Visit Our Website Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback Follow Gravitas on Instagram Follow Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com   Get involved with our 25 Ideas in 2025 Accelerate Action campaign by heading to GravitasNewYork.com to download your very own Checklist of 25 Ideas or to buy our Corazon Suffragist blouse. For all of March, a portion of sales supports Catalyst, a non-profit helping to advance gender equity In the workplace. 

In this mini-episode of In Confidence, Lisa introduces a powerful exercise designed to reset your mindset: "7-5-7." Whether you’re facing a setback, feeling anxious, or simply need a quick boost, this simple meditation can help you recenter your energy. Lisa explains why this exercise is so effective and how she uses it daily, from the beginning of her keynotes to moments of stress. You’ll get a chance to experience it firsthand as Lisa walks you through each step and explains how it can be used to release negative emotions and tap into your personal power. Discover how this small practice can make a life-changing difference on how you take on the day.    00:00 Intro 01:03 7-5-7 Exercise 04:05 The Power Of This Exercise 07:23 Final Thoughts 07:54 Disclaimer   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration: Visit Our Website Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback Follow Gravitas on Instagram Follow Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com   For International Women's Day 2025, Gravitas has brought together 25 extraordinary leaders in business, sports, media, technology, and government to share bold ideas on how we can advance gender equality, NOW. The World Economic Forum predicts it will take 134 years to achieve gender equity at the current pace. 134 years is too long to wait.   Get involved with our 25 Ideas in 2025 Accelerate Action campaign by heading to GravitasNewYork.com to download your very own Checklist of 25 Ideas or to buy our Corazon Suffragist blouse. For all of March, a portion of sales supports Catalyst, a non-profit helping to advance gender equity In the workplace.

Join us for this special In Confidence episode as we celebrate International Women’s Day—a day dedicated to recognizing achievements, reflecting on progress, and taking action for gender equality. On this episode, Lisa dives into the history of International Women’s Day, shares why this day is so important to the mission of Gravitas, and introduces an exciting Gravitas IWD campaign and how you can help Accelerate Action toward gender equity in 2025 and beyond.   Tune in to honor those who paved the way, so we can continue to carve a wider path forward.   00:00 Intro 00:45 History of International Women's Day 01:27 Why IWD is important to us at Gravitas 03:12 Gravitas' IWD 2025 campaign 04:38 How you can get involved   Get involved with our 25 Ideas in 2025 Accelerate Action campaign by heading to GravitasNewYork.com to download your very own Checklist of 25 Ideas or to buy our Corazon Suffragist blouse. For all of March, a portion of sales supports Catalyst, a non-profit helping to advance gender equity In the workplace.   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration: Visit Our Website Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback Follow Gravitas on Instagram Follow Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com

Have you ever found yourself saying "sorry" even when you haven’t done anything wrong? In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa Sun challenges the habit of apologizing unnecessarily and explores how it holds us back. How do we break out of a deficit mindset or shrinking effect? By replacing "sorry" with "thank you." Lisa also introduces the "Sorry Counter," a powerful tool to help you track and reduce the times you apologize when it’s not necessary, empowering you to communicate more confidently.   There’s no time for apologies when you’re stepping into your full power.      00:00 Intro 01:36 Why Do We Apologize 03:47 Replace Sorry with Thank You 04:47 Alternatives to Sorry 09:09 The Sorry Counter 12:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 12:48 Disclaimer   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration:   Visit Our Website Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback Follow Gravitas on Instagram Follow Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com

What if the most powerful leadership tool you have is your own story? In this debut episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares why your life experiences shape how you lead. She takes you through an exercise to identify three defining moments that reveal your leadership strengths, explores the importance of connecting beyond surface-level demographics, and teaches you how to ask passionately curious questions that deepen relationships. Whether you're looking to better understand yourself or create meaningful connections with others, this episode will leave you inspired to own your story with confidence.   00:00 Intro 00:21 The Power of Your Life Story  01:27 Connecting Beyond Demography  03:21 Tools for Telling Your Story  04:48 Three Pillars of Your Life Story  06:16 Lisa's Personal Journey  13:53 Reflecting on Your Moments  20:07 Passionate Curiosity   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration:   Visit Our Website Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback Follow Gravitas on Instagram Follow Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com

What would happen if you let go of fear, stepped off the sidelines, and jumped boldly into the game of life? That’s exactly what we’re unpacking here on In Confidence. Each week, Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas, bestselling author, and confidence expert, this is your go-to space for real talk on personal growth, resilience, and stepping into your power. It's time to get real, have some fun, and start your journey to getting gravitas. Because what we share in confidence helps us grow In Confidence.   Subscribe to In Confidence wherever you listen to your podcasts and follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn so you never miss a moment of inspiration:  @GravitasNewYork and @LisaLSun https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sun-793777/   Find episode transcripts at https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/in-confidence-with-lisa-sun-a-gravitas-podcast    Have any suggestions or questions? Email us at InConfidence@GravitasNewYork.com