What does it take to succeed in one of the most male-dominated and high-pressure industries in the world?
In this episode of The Confidence Doc, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini (Vinaya) Rednam sits down with former racing champion and keynote speaker Julia Landauer to talk about confidence, resilience, and performing under pressure.
Julia shares her journey from starting racing as a child to competing professionally for over 20 years, the lessons she learned from setbacks on the track, and how those experiences shaped her mindset around risk, discipline, and personal growth.
They also explore the parallels between professional racing and surgery; two careers that demand intense focus, preparation, and the ability to perform when the stakes are highest.
In this conversation, you'll learn:
• How to build confidence in male-dominated industries
• Why resilience is key after failure
• The mindset needed to perform under pressure
• How visualization and preparation impact success
• Why taking risks is necessary for growth
If you're navigating your own career, redefining your identity, or chasing big goals, this episode is full of powerful lessons about confidence and perseverance.
🎧 Listen now and discover why confidence isn't something you're born with; it's something you build.
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