An Espresso Shot Of Confidence

An Espresso Shot Of Confidence

Welcome to An Espresso Shot of Confidence, the podcast that empowers people to share their awesomeness with the world LOUDLY and PROUDLY. When you feel confident in yourself, your values, and your actions, you have the power to smash through blocks, change negative narratives and smash through blocks. Each week, we will explore confidence from many different angles and discover how living authentically gives you the power to make magic. There will be regular guests that inspire, empower, give food for thought, and challenge taboos. They have all decided to challenge their stories and make things happen. And, as always Don’t Forget To Be Awesome

Episodes

December 18, 2024 28 mins

Breaking Free from Social Media: Rediscovering Confidence and Your Own Path

Have you ever found yourself doing things because you feel you have to rather than because you want to? 

It was the realisation that I was jumping through hoops on social media that caused me to step away from 'creating content' and in this episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence' I explore my decision to step back from social media and the business worl...

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Having The Confidence To Be You as you negotiate the ups and downs of life. 

In this episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence,' host Ashley Griffiths converses with Tom Jepson about the highs and lows of this journey through life. Taking in everything from mental health challenges to discovering what truly brings joy and the significance of embracing one's unique perception of fun.

They discuss the struggles of societal expectati...

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November 6, 2024 26 mins

Finding Confidence: Sharing Your Story to Improve Mental Health

Are you struggling with the thought that your story isn't worth sharing?

In this episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence,' host Ashley Griffiths challenges that belief and emphasizes the importance of sharing personal experiences, especially those related to mental health.

Through his own journey, Ashley discusses overcoming the fear of judgment, the power of storyt...

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October 30, 2024 24 mins

Not feeling good enough is something that seems to be a fact of life. In work and life in general, you often find yourself questioning if you can do something or finding excuses to not do it. Sound familiar?

Then join me for the latest episode of An Espresso Shot of Confidence where we dive into the challenges of not feeling good enough and how self-belief can power you forwards in life. 

Discover practical strategies to combat sel...

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July 31, 2024 25 mins

Embrace Wanderlust: Building Confidence for Solo Travel Adventures

Have you ever caught yourself saying, I would love to go there, BUT, I never will?

Then this episode is for you!

From a young age I was filled with a wanderlust and love being able to hit the road. Yet, I know for many people this is a way too far outside of their comfort zone.

In the this episode of  'An Espresso Shot of Confidence', I share my journey of embracing...

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July 17, 2024 56 mins

Unlocking Confidence: Overcoming Public Speaking Fears with Ricky Locke

Are you struggling with confidence when it comes to presentations, public speaking, doing videos or promoting your business? 

Then join us for this week's episode of An Espresso Shot Of Confidence, where we will be unlocking your confidence so you can overcome your public speaking fears and WOW your audience!

In this episode, I am joined by Ricky Locke, the Chi...

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How do you feel about change? Scary, worried, excited...

6 years ago I was made redundant and I had a choice...continue on the path I didn't want to be on or start something new! I opted for the second and in this episode, I share my personal journey of embracing change by starting a business after redundancy, and encourage you to take steps into the unknown and the infinite possibilities that await you when you do!

Grab a cup of c...

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Put the YOU in Your Marketing: Ditch the Shoulds for Authentic Confidence

Do you struggle with confidence in your marketing?

Tired of the noise and conflicting advice about how to 10x your sales or gain thousands of leads overnight?

In this episode of An Espresso Shot of Confidence, we dive into how you can navigate the overwhelm and start marketing in a way that feels authentic and empowering.

Learn how to focus on what truly matt...

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Do you feel like you don't fit in? That no one gets you or that you have to do things to conform that make you cringe inside?

I hear you! That was my life for many years! Trying to fit in. Doing all the things that 'proper' business people do!

Well...balls to that! Not anymore...It is time to own your awesomeness, your uniqueness and do what lights you up! And, the good news is when you do that you attract the people that you love ...

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How do you feel about sales and marketing in your business?

For many people it feels icky! Let's change that today. 

In the latest episode of An Espresso Shot of Confidence, I am joined by Janine Coombes, a sales and marketing expert who is all about removing the ick and finding a strategy that works for you!

During our chat, we explored:

  • how to tackle the ick factor in sales and marketing.
  • ways to find the confidence to sell y...
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Unleash Your Authentic Self: Stop Self-Censoring and Own Your Voice   Are you tired of censoring yourself online and offline?   In this episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence,' we explore the importance of showing up as your true self. Learn why dropping the façade, embracing authenticity, and owning your journey can attract the right people and opportunities to your life.   Discover how to break free from self-imposed limits a...

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May 22, 2024 43 mins
The saying goes that 'everybody has a book in them!' However, do you ever think that you can't write or that you are not creative? What does that thought stop you from creating?   In the latest episode of An Espresso Shot Of Confidence, I speak with Jennifer Jones to explore the transformative power of writing so you can unlock your writing potential.    Jennifer shares her journey from teaching writing during her PhD to embracing ...
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There is a lot of noise online and it can get overwhelming at times, especially when running a business. 

Join me for the latest episode of  'An Espresso Shot of Confidence' as we explore the challenges of navigating the attention economy and how you can show up in a way that works best for you and your business.

Over 30 minutes, you will get to learn all about:

  • how to make an impact online amidst constant notifications and soc...
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April 24, 2024 64 mins
Empowering You To Show Up In A Way That Works For You   We live in a world full of shoulds and people telling you that you should fit into a box. In this episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence' lets throw that notion in the bin so you can show up in all your awesome glory!   I am joined on the episode by Athole Forbes, founder of AF Insights, who shares stories about her journey and offers powerful wisdom on the importance of s...
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    Is Going Viral Good For You and Your Business?    Some people would say yes and others will say no thanks! Either way, business owners and people in general spend a lot of time trying to get more attention on their social media profiles.    Using viral trends, hacks and cheat codes, it is easy to start chasing your tail and losing your confidence when you are not as popular as other people!   In this episode, I dive into the concep...
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    April 11, 2024 25 mins
    Confidence is your super power!    Yet, many of us constantly tell ourselves that we can't do something and stay stuck as a result! Let's change that narrative today and build up the confidence and self-belief to smash any action.   In the latest episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence', we will dive deep into understanding and building confidence. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, the discussion debunks common mi...

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    April 3, 2024 20 mins

    Theodore Roosevelt described comparison as the thief of joy. Let's change that today. 

    In this episode of 'An Espresso Shot of Confidence', I explore the detrimental practice we all grapple with: comparing ourselves to others in all aspects of our lives.

    As business owners we often set unrealistic expectations and make unfair comparisons with more established businesses. We also fall victim to the smoke and mirrors of social media ...

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    March 27, 2024 15 mins

    Do you ever spend your time thinking about what if? What if things go wrong? What if you hadn't done something? Of course you have, most of our actions and thoughts are often dictated by the question "What if?"

    In the latest episode, we explore how  "what-ifs" often hold us back from stepping out of our comfort zones — whether it's the hesitation in posting a video online or refraining from speaking publicly.

    Over 18 minutes, I sha...

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    March 13, 2024 47 mins

    In this episode of "An Espresso Shot of Confidence" Podcast, host Ashley Griffiths chats with Zane McCormack, Founder of 'The Assured Man', about his real-life struggle with burnout, mental health, and building resilience.

    During our chat, we discuss: 

    • The five stages of burnout: what to look for to stop yourself from burning out
    • The impact of burnout
    • The importance of healthy habits ALL THE TIME
    • The concept of work-life balanc...
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    Do you struggle to truly express yourself in the online world? Are you tired of all the advice from influencers, unicorns and AI avatars?

     

    In the first episode of An Espresso Shot of Confidence in 2024, we are going to dive deep into the challenges posed by advanced technology, specifically Artificial Intelligence, to authenticity and genuine human connections.

    In this 25 minute episode, we will explore:

    • how to navigate the tr...
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