Grounded Confidence

Grounded Confidence

Grounded Confidence Podcast is hosted by Coco Duan, a Fortune 500 executive turned Life and Leadership Coach who transformed her own life by building Grounded Confidence. She empowers Successful yet Self-Doubting Women leaders to embrace their true selves, act with courage, and become unstoppable in achieving their goals. In her weekly show, Coco offers eye-opening guidance, practical tips, and inspiration on how to use 7C framework to build your Grounded Confidence: - Connecting with yourself - Clarifying your definition of success - Creating your tribe - Championing your strengths - Committing to aligned action - Celebrating every win along the way, big and small - Cultivate resilience Coco has over 20 years of experience in corporate leadership. She has helped dozens of Asian women leaders worldwide build their Grounded Confidence to become an unshakable Force of Nature! Learn more about her "Build Your Grounded Confidence" VIP Coaching Program to become unstoppable in achieving your goals: https://www.cocoduancoaching.com/vip-coaching.

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February 25, 2025 23 mins

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Have you ever felt like your success was just luck? Like anyone could have done what you did? You're not alone. 

As high-achieving women, we often minimize our accomplishments, dismiss our strengths, and undermine our confidence—without even realizing it.

I used to do the same. Despite climbing the corporate ladder, earning executive roles, and achieving milestones I once thought impossible, I still felt like it wa...

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I’m thrilled to share some exciting news—my book is coming in November 2025! In this episode of Grounded Confidence, I reflect on my writing journey and the nine life lessons I’ve learned along the way—lessons that go far beyond book writing.

I open up about overcoming deep-seated self-doubt, shifting limiting beliefs, and embracing challenges that once felt impossible. From trusting the process to showing up consisten...

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February 3, 2025 11 mins

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In this episode of the Grounded Confidence podcast, I dive into the importance of healthy emotional regulation and how it can transform your life, bringing more energy, joy, and peace. I share a simple yet powerful tool to help you move from unhealthy coping mechanisms—like scrolling on social media or binge-watching Netflix—to productive, positive activities that allow you to discharge negative emotions.

I explain how...

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January 27, 2025 9 mins

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In this episode, I share my personal journey of writing my first book and how challenging yet rewarding the process has been. 

I talk about the transformative power of having someone in my corner, like my book editor and coach, Shanna, who supports, guides, and encourages me. I reflect on overcoming negativity bias, embracing growth, and the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment to achieve g...

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January 20, 2025 25 mins

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In this episode, I dive into the critical role that emotions play in our personal and professional growth. Growing up in a family and cultural environment that dismissed emotions, and later navigating a corporate world that valued intellect over feelings, left me emotionally illiterate.

Now, as a coach, I see how many successful yet self-doubting women executives struggle with similar misconceptions about emotions. Thi...

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In this conversation, Dr. Tanya Raquel and I explore the transformative journey of moving from a high-achieving, work-focused, and performance-driven life to one filled with mindfulness, self-love, and fulfillment. 

Tanya shares her pivotal life moments, including the unexpected passing of her father, which prompted her to reassess her priorities and seek a more meaningful existence. 

They discuss th...

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Happy New Year! 🎉 

I’m kicking off 2025 with excitement and big plans, and in this episode, I’m sharing how to make this your best year yet. 

I’ll walk you through my 4-step approach to goal setting and the 7 mindsets that will help you stay on track, no matter what.

Learn how to set clear, aligned, and achievable goals—and take control of your life with intention.

Plus, I’ll share my perso...

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Ready to make 2025 your year of unstoppable success? In this episode, I’m sharing the one habit that guarantees your success—consistency. 

I’ll break down nine practical strategies to help you cultivate this game-changing habit, from setting priorities to overcoming resistance. You’ll hear how consistency transformed my health and public speaking and how it can do the same for you.

It’s time to break...

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Year-end reflection and celebration are rituals I hold close to my heart—and for good reason. In this episode, I share the two simple yet powerful questions I ask myself (and my clients) every year to spark growth, gain clarity, and build momentum for the year ahead. 

I'll walk you through my own biggest accomplishment and lesson from 2024, how I strengthened my self-worth muscle, and why direction matte...

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December 16, 2024 9 mins

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What does it really mean to be rich? I once thought it was all about money, success, and luxury. Growing up poor in China, I believed financial wealth would solve everything. But after achieving material success, I found myself emotionally bankrupt—lonely, drained, and unfulfilled.

That’s when I discovered the true definition of being "rich": emotional wealth.

In this podcast, I share my journey and...

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In this episode, I’m sharing the three transformative elements that jump-started my transformation journey. It was like flipping a light switch from night to day. 

  1. Allowing myself to feel my emotions.
  2. Stopped hoping that external circumstances would change my internal emotional state
  3. Seeking professional help to guide me through the process. 

With the knowledge of these three key elements, you can proactively cre...

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December 2, 2024 14 mins

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In this episode, I reflect on the transformative power of building a tribe and share my personal journey from feeling profoundly lonely to creating a life full of meaningful connections. From close friendships forged in New York City to rebuilding my support network in Florida, I’ve learned invaluable lessons about the importance of community and belonging.

You will take away a few practical tips I’ve discovered: 
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November 25, 2024 18 mins

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In this heartfelt episode, I reflect on the journey of healing and gratitude through the lens of my relationship with my dad, who is currently battling dementia. I share a pivotal moment in my teenage years when his unwavering belief in me ignited my determination to overcome adversity, shaping the trajectory of my life.

I also open up about the complex evolution of our relationship—moving from fear and resentment to d...

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I have a special guest today - Leticia Escamilla, a meditation teacher, mindfulness mentor, and transformational speaker. 

In our conversation, Leticia and I explore the transformative power of mindfulness and self-awareness. 

Leticia shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, highlighting how mindfulness practices have helped her manage stress and improve emotional well-being. 

We discuss the ...

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November 11, 2024 21 mins

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Have you ever wondered if your definition of success is really yours—or if it’s been shaped by family, culture, or what others expect? 

In this episode, I’ll take you through my journey from living by my mom’s idea of success to finding what truly matters to me. 

For a long time, I chased titles, promotions, and outside approval. But without a clear, personal sense of success, I felt stuck and unsure...

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November 4, 2024 12 mins

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In this episode, I dive into the powerful connection between how you live, look, and feel, revealing how your physical state directly impacts your grounded confidence.

Today, I’m sharing my journey of physical transformation to show how building a strong connection with your body can shape your confidence. I used to struggle with constant breakouts, exhaustion, and insecurity despite trying every product and method out...

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October 28, 2024 16 mins

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"Have you ever been told not to be a quitter? That mentality kept me stuck in things that no longer served me for way too long. It used to be so hard for me to let go, to the point where I stayed in a soul-sucking corporate career for 20 years, a dysfunctional marriage for 12, and even kept going to a dentist I didn’t like for two years. Why was it so hard to walk away? I finally realized it was because I was mor...

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October 21, 2024 14 mins

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Episode 8 - What's Your Gremlin Message?
Episode 9 - Transform Your Gremlin

In this episode, I share a breakthrough that started with what I thought was a money mindset issue. But through coaching, I realized it was actually my Gremlin—the belief that “I’m not successful”—driving my doubts around money. Shifting to “I’m already successful” created a major change in my confidence in how I take action...

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October 14, 2024 19 mins

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Please listen to Part 1 of the Gremlin work - 8: What's Your Gremlin Message?

In this episode, we’ll continue diving into the Gremlin work— transforming the limiting belief that "I’m not good enough" into an empowering truth that "I am good enough." This method is broken down into five transformative steps:

  1. Acknowledging: Identify your Gremlin—the limiting belief that holds you ba...
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October 7, 2024 16 mins

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Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “What will they think?” Whether it’s a work presentation, a networking event, or posting on social media, I used to worry if people thought I wasn’t smart enough, interesting enough, or confident enough.

That fear held me back from speaking up, asking for help, and fully expressing myself. I felt small, constrained, and limited, wanting to be more expressive, confident, and free, bu...

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