Ep 31. From Fear to TEDx: Tara LaFon Gooch on Confidence, Courage & Finding Your Voice

Finding your voice requires courage, persistence, and a willingness to step into the unknown.

In this powerful episode of Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir, MD, I sit down with Tara LaFon Gooch—international TEDx speaker, bestselling author, confidence expert, and the creator of the GRASP Method—to uncover what it really takes to move from self-doubt to the TEDx red dot.

We dive deep into Tara’s personal journey from being terrified of public speaking to becoming a global thought leader, and how she now empowers others to transform fear into confidence, comparison into courage, and ideas into impact.

By the end of this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to get started on your own TEDx journey with clarity and intention
• The biggest mistakes people make when pursuing a TEDx talk—and how to avoid them
• Why “if nothing changes, nothing changes” became Tara’s guiding mantra
• How to transform your biggest fear into your greatest breakthrough
• Why comparison is the thief of confidence—and how to break free from it
• Dr. Amna Shabbir’s reflections and insights from her own TEDx experience on perfectionism and self-doubt

About Today’s Guest:

Tara LaFon Gooch is an international TEDx speaker, bestselling author of GRASP Confidence, and confidence expert who has coached countless leaders to bring their ideas to life on the TEDx stage. She is the creator of the GRASP Method (Gratitude, Responsibility, Action, Sight, Purpose) and is passionate about helping people transform fear into fuel, amplify their voices, and embrace their unique stories.

Connect with Tara:
 🌐 Website: https://taralafongooch.com/  
 📚 Book: GRASP Confidence https://a.co/d/bkztokw
 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-lafon-gooch/

About the Host

Dr. Amna Shabbir, MD, NBC-HWC, CPC is a Dual Board-Certified Physician and TEDx Speaker with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks, coaches, and consults on Perfectionism, Sustainable Success, and the well-being of High Achievers.

Connect with Dr. Shabbir:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/ 

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/ 

🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking

❌ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.

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