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In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastWhy High Achievers Burn Out First (According to a Neuroscientist) | Dr. Helena BoschiHave you ever felt completely exhausted but couldn't explain why? Like you've been busy all day but somehow got nothing done? Or found yourself forgetting things, snapping at people, dreading Sunday nights? Your brain isn't broken. It's burning out.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with neuroscientist, keynote speaker, and author Dr. Helena Boschi to solve one of the most common problems facing high achievers today: burnout and hustle culture. Dr. Boschi breaks down exactly what's happening inside your brain when you run on empty, and what you can actually do about it. In this epi...
2026-06-0937 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastWill AI Take Your Job? Here Is What the Research Actually SaysIf you have ever quietly wondered whether your skills still matter in the age of AI, whether your job is safe, or whether you are already falling behind, you are not alone. The fear is real. But the research tells a very different story than the headlines.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with future of work researcher, TEDx speaker, and Harvard Business Review contributor Dr. Kelly Monahan to answer the question everyone is asking but nobody is answering honestly: will AI replace me? In this episode you will learn:
W...
2026-06-0531 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastPhD Researcher Reveals What AI Can Do For Your Career (And How to Start Today)Everyone is talking about AI, but most of the conversation is about what it might take away. What nobody is talking about enough is what AI can actually give you: time back in your day, clarity on decisions that used to take hours, and the kind of leverage that used to require an entire team.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with future of work researcher, TEDx speaker, and founder of Beyond the Desk, Dr. Kelly Monahan, to cut through the noise and get practical about how AI can benefit your career a...
2026-06-0231 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastWhat It Actually Takes to Make It to the C-SuiteYou are ambitious, you are hungry, and you know you are capable of more. So what is actually standing between you and the C-suite?
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with Harvard Business School executive fellow, bestselling author, and former Deloitte partner Deepa Purushothaman to break down what actually separates great managers from senior executives and what you need to start doing differently right now. In this episode you will learn:
The biggest difference between being a great manager and being a senior executive
Why your work is n...
2026-05-2938 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas Podcast5 Shifts to Get Promoted From Entry Level to ManagementYou are working hard, hitting your deadlines, and doing everything right. So why does the promotion keep not happening? The truth is promotions are not about recognition. They are about readiness and business fit. And most people are never taught the difference.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa breaks down the five shifts that take you from entry level to management, drawn from 25 years in business and a decade of helping people break through to their first leadership role.
In this episode you will learn:
Why working hard is no...
2026-05-2615 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 67: How to Handle Criticism Like a Leader with Michelle LiHave you ever received a piece of criticism that hit you harder than you expected? Maybe it came from a boss, a stranger, or someone whose opinion you cared about more than you wanted to admit. The way you respond to that moment can define your confidence, your career, and how far you go.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with Emmy Award winning journalist, news anchor, and founder of The Very Asian Foundation, Michelle Li, to unpack one of the most universal experiences we all face: how to handle criticism without l...
2026-05-1936 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 66: How to Stop Avoiding Conflict and Start Having Tough ConversationsYou tell yourself it is not worth it. You let it go. But then you replay the conversation in your head for days. That is not peace. That is avoidance. And avoidance has a cost.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares practical steps to stop avoiding conflict and start having the conversations that will actually move your relationships, your life and your career forward.
In this episode you will learn:
Why your brain is wired to avoid conflict and why it is not your fault
How to reframe co...
2026-05-1225 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 65: 3 Steps to Stop Letting External Validation Control Your LifeThe praise, the promotion, the applause. External validation feels good and that is completely human. But when your worth depends on whether your boss approves, your post gets likes, or the award comes through, you are chasing a goalpost that never stops moving.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa breaks down why so many of us are dependent on external validation, where it comes from, and the three steps to build an internal scorecard that puts the power back in your hands. In this episode you will learn:
The three components of e...
2026-05-0533 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 64: The 2 Questions That Will Help You Stop Being a People Pleaser and a PerfectionistDo you say yes when you mean no? Do you hold back your work until it feels perfect, even though it never does? People pleasing and perfectionism might feel like two different problems but they come from the exact same place: fear.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with bestselling author of Unlearning Silence, TEDx speaker, and former Harvard Law School lecturer Elaine Lin Hering to unpack where these patterns come from, why they are so hard to break, and what to actually do about them.
In this epi...
2026-04-2838 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 63: What to Do When You're Left Out of Strategy and Someone Talks Behind Your Back (Part 2)Have you ever felt trusted to get the work done but never included in the decisions that shape it? Or discovered that someone at work has been talking behind your back and had no idea what to do next? Before this season launched, Lisa asked you to send in your real work problems. Now she is answering them directly.
In Part 2 of the Work Problems series, Lisa tackles two of the most personal challenges you sent in, drawing on hard earned lessons from her own career and a book she is currently writing on trust a...
2026-04-2419 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 62: What to Do When You're Excluded or Caught in a Power Struggle at Work (Part 1)Have you ever been left out of meetings you needed to be in, or found yourself caught in a power struggle that was making your work life harder than it should be?
Before this season launched, Lisa asked you to send in your real work problems. Now she is answering them directly with proven frameworks, hard earned lessons, and a personal story she has carried for twenty years. In this episode you will learn:
How to get looped into meetings and information without putting anyone on the defensive
The exa...
2026-04-2123 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 61: Stop Staying Silent: How to Speak Up in Meetings With ConfidenceStaying quiet in meetings feels comfortable, but we live in a world where the people speaking up are the ones moving up. In this episode, Lisa and Naeemah give you the tools to finally speak up with confidence.
Naeemah Elias is a speaker, leadership coach, and founder of Elias Presence Ventures who spent over a decade climbing the corporate ladder before teaching others the secrets she learned along the way. In this episode you will learn:
Why staying quiet is costing you promotions and opportunities
The two-times rule that builds your visibility without overwhelming y...
2026-04-1433 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 60: The 3-Phase Plan When You Make a Mistake at WorkHave you ever messed up at work? Or even worse, it involves someone more senior than you? Before you spiral, over-apologize, or try to disappear and hope it goes away, Lisa is breaking down exactly what to do next.
In this solo episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares her three-phase plan for recovering from a mistake at work. You'll learn:
Why your boss cares more about your response than the mistake itself
The exact script to use when you need to address a mistake with your manager
Why silence erodes trust more than the er...
2026-04-0715 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 59: How to Ask for Anything Without Sounding Difficult with Dethra GilesHave you ever stayed quiet in a meeting because you were worried about how your pushback would land? Or stayed silent about something you deserved because you did not want to rock the boat? That fear of being labeled difficult is costing you more than you think.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with HR expert, four-time TEDx speaker, and author Dethra Giles to solve one of the most requested challenges from our community: how to ask for more at work without sounding difficult.
Dethra shares her D.A.R...
2026-03-3133 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 58: 5 Ways to Stop Being Overlooked at WorkYou raised your hand. You did the work. You were ready. And somehow, you got passed over for the opportunity.
In this episode, we're tackling one of the most searched questions in professional development: how do I stop being overlooked at work? Lisa is joined by Jessica Chen, Emmy Award-winning journalist, Columbia University instructor, and bestselling author of "Smart Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons." Jessica has taught over 2 million people how to communicate with confidence and build visibility at work, and she breaks it all down into f...
2026-03-2430 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 57: Who Are You After Change? with Kelly CervantesWhat if grief and joy could exist at the same time? What if rebuilding your life wasn’t about “moving on,” but about making meaning out of what happened?
Kelly Cervantes, author of The Luckiest and Normal Broken, joins us for a deeply human conversation about loss, identity, and resilience. In this episode of In Confidence, Kelly and Lisa unpack how to live with grief without letting it define you, how to release outdated goals, and how to rebuild a life that reflects who you are now.
What you’ll learn in this episod...
2026-01-1641 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 56: Micro-Moment #10: Rewire a FailWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
Our final micro-moment is Rewire a Fail. Setbacks are inevitable. What determines your confidence is not whether you fail, but how your brain processes the failure afterward. When something does not go as planned, your mind can default to shame and rumination. Rewiring a fail means separating who you are from what happened and turning disappointment into learning and forward motion.
Try it...
2026-01-1313 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 55: This Is Why Winning Never Feels Like Enough with Ruchika T. MalhotraWhat if success wasn’t a scorecard, but a sense of connection? What if the most powerful thing you could do this week was to stop treating life like a zero-sum game?
Ruchika T. Malhotra, author of Uncompete and Inclusion on Purpose, joins us for a conversation about redefining success, rejecting scarcity thinking, and building a life rooted in community.
In this episode of In Confidence, Ruchika and Lisa unpack how to reject competition and the five principles of Uncompete that make confidence feel steadier and more sustainable.
What you'l...
2026-01-0946 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 54: Micro-Moment #9 Worst, Best, Most LikelyWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Worst, Best, Most Likely. When we face uncertainty, our brains tend to jump straight to the worst case and treat it as fact. This practice helps you widen the lens. By naming the worst case, imagining the best case, and grounding yourself in the most likely outcome, you interrupt fear, regain perspective, and create more choices. Perspective itself becomes a confidence practice.
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2026-01-0615 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 53: Plan Your Life Like a CEOEvery January starts the same way.
Big goals. High hopes. And a familiar sense of pressure.
But not this January.
In this solo episode of In Confidence, Lisa Sun shares a practical planning strategy designed to help you step out of resolution pressure and into clarity. Drawing on 11 years advising Fortune 500 CEOs and more than a decade building Gravitas through growth, setbacks, and reinvention, she adapts how companies plan their one year and three to five year strategies and applies it to your life.
You will learn how to:
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2025-12-3037 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 52: The Real Reason We Judge People with Kim LearWhy do we judge so quickly, especially at work, across generations, and in moments of change? What if the real reason is simpler than we think, and what if curiosity is the fastest way back to connection?
Kim Lear, generational researcher and speaker, joins to unpack how culture, technology, and the events of our formative years shape what we value, what we fear, and what we are willing to sacrifice. Through stories from her research and Lisa’s own life, Kim shares how to ask better questions, lead with compassion, and still keep your backbone.
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2025-12-1944 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 51: Micro-Moment #8: Lead with Compassion and CuriosityWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Lead with Compassion and Curiosity. The easiest thing to do when someone frustrates you is to judge. The hardest thing, and the one that builds confidence, is to stay curious. When you take a moment to ask what else might be true, you shift from reacting to reflecting, and you open the door to connection rather than conflict.
Try...
2025-12-1615 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 50: Why Awkward People Rise Faster With Henna PryorWhat happens when the fear of looking awkward keeps you from speaking up or trying something new? How do you stop chasing perfection and start building courage instead? And what if awkward moments are actually proof that you are growing?
On this episode of In Confidence, Henna Pryor, workplace performance expert, two-time TEDx speaker, and author of Good Awkward, joins Lisa to talk about awkwardness, the science of discomfort, and the confidence that comes from being brave before you feel ready. Through her research and personal stories from early career missteps to jokes that fell flat...
2025-12-1240 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 49: Micro-Moment #7 Try Something NewWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Try Something New. Confidence grows in moments of discomfort. Every time you try something new, you stretch your comfort zone, build resilience, and prove to yourself that you can handle uncertainty. The goal is not to be perfect. It is to be a beginner. Let go of the need to get it right and focus instead on being brave enough to start.
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2025-12-0914 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 47: Micro-Moment #6 Superhero FaçadeWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Superhero Façade. It is about dropping the cape of perfection and asking for help instead of doing it all yourself. When you let others in, you create connection and remind yourself that strength is not about carrying everything alone. Vulnerability does not weaken confidence. It deepens it.
Try it today. Ask for help with something, share how you r...
2025-12-0212 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 46: Learn How to Experience Luxury Every Day with Neen JamesWhat if luxury was about time, attention, and intention? How do you protect your energy, stay confident, and say no without guilt?
Neen James, Client Experience Expert, keynote speaker, CEO coach, and author of Exceptional Experiences, joins to talk about confidence, generosity, and redefining luxury as the art of making people feel seen, heard, and valued. With her signature wit and wisdom, she shares how saying no can be the most luxurious and liberating choice you make.
What we cover in this episode:
How to Systemize Thoughtfulness so you can...
2025-11-2153 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 45: Micro-Moment #5 Say NoWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Say No. It is about protecting your time, energy, and focus. Every confident no makes space for a more intentional yes. When you say no, you teach others how to value your time and remind yourself that boundaries are a form of self-respect.
Try it today. Say no to one thing that does not serve you. Notice how it feels t...
2025-11-1815 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 44: Creating Space & Thriving with Anna KaiserWhat anchors you when life feels full? How do you find strength, energy, and presence when your confidence wavers? What if fitness were about energy, longevity, and joy, not punishment.
Anna Kaiser, global fitness expert, entrepreneur, celebrity trainer, mom of three, and founder of Space with Anna Kaiser, has built a movement empire around the belief that movement should be smart, safe, and most importantly, fun. In this conversation, Anna shares how joy, breath, and discipline can help you create space in your life, strengthen your body, and anchor your confidence.
Wh...
2025-11-1451 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 43: Micro-Moment #4 Confidence AnchorWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Confidence Anchor. It is about grounding yourself in a moment, memory, or mantra that reminds you who you are when doubt tries to take over. By revisiting a time when you felt proud, capable, or strong, you signal to your brain that you have been here before and you can rise again.
Try it today. Choose a confidence anchor...
2025-11-1111 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 42: You Don't Need to Shape-Shift with Erin GallagherWhat happens when women stop competing and start hyping each other? How do you trust your intuition, set boundaries, and build a circle that actually has your back?
Erin Gallagher, CEO and founder of Hype Women and author of Hype Women, shares how healing, self-trust, and collective action unlock real power and sustained success.
What we cover in this episode:
How to break scarcity conditioning, trust your intuition, and choose sisterhood over comparison.
A practical playbook for hype: using human, social, political, and financial capital to lift others and ask for...
2025-11-0757 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 41: Micro-Moment #3 Compliment RippleWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Compliment Ripple. It is about turning outward and recognizing the good in others. When you give a genuine compliment, you not only lift someone else up, but also light up the same reward centers in your own brain. A simple compliment can spark connection, boost confidence, and remind both of you that kindness has power.
Try it today. Te...
2025-11-0410 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 40: You're Not Bluffing Big EnoughWhat does it take to trust your instincts when the odds are stacked against you?
How do you balance strategy, intuition, and risk without letting self-doubt creep in?
How do we celebrate our wins in an authentic way?
Jennifer Shahade is a three-time US Women’s Chess Champion, professional poker player, and author. She brings world-class lessons from chess and poker to everyday life, showing how to merge confidence and calculation so you can make better choices under pressure.
What we cover in this episode:
Why if you’re never caught bluffing, you may not be going big...
2025-10-3156 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 39: Micro-Moment #2 MicrobragWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
This week's micro-moment is Microbrag. It is about celebrating your wins and taking credit for them. By saying them out loud, your brain processes the win both as speaker and listener, reinforcing the belief that your progress is real and worth celebrating.
Try it today. Share one thing you are proud of, big or small, with someone else. Let it be genuine an...
2025-10-2812 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 38: This Is What Happens When You Unleash Yourself with Carla Piñeyro SublettWhat happens when you stop leading with armor and start leading with your whole heart? How do you navigate success, rejection, and change while staying true to yourself? How have you gotten stronger and where do you want to grow?
Carla Piñeyro Sublett, C-Suite coach, former IBM and NI CMO, and podcast host of Let’s Go There, has lived at the highest levels of corporate leadership and then chose a different path rooted in service, authenticity, and humanity.
What we cover in this episode:
- How namin...
2025-10-2456 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 37: Micro-moment #1 Most Improved PlayerWelcome to Season 3, the Last Quarter Challenge. Think of it as a training plan for your confidence with weekly micro-moments that ladder up so you enter 2026 stronger than ever.
The first challenge is Most Improved Player. Instead of chasing MVP status and external applause, we’re practicing MIP: noticing how you’ve gotten stronger. This quick reflection builds resilience, rewires your brain to see progress, and compounds into lasting confidence.
Try it today: ask yourself, “How have I gotten stronger this week?” Write it down and let that acknowledgment be your win.
2025-10-2114 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastWelcome to Season 3 of In Confidence: The Last Quarter ChallengeThis season is your training plan for confidence: bite-sized, science-backed micro-moments designed to help you finish the year strong and start 2026 even stronger.
Every Tuesday, Lisa introduces a two-to-five-minute challenge rooted in neuroscience and everyday courage. Every Friday, a special guest joins to share how that week’s challenge has shaped their own life and leadership.
By the end of the season, you’ll have a toolkit of small habits that create big change. Together, we’ll finish the year grounded, brave, and ready for what’s next. Because what we share in c...
2025-10-1203 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 36: Social Media Series, Part 2: Post with PurposeIn part two of our social media series, Lisa shifts from mindset to method, focusing on how we can engage online with intention, compassion, and clarity. Social media is not just a one-way broadcast.
It is a two-way street. From LinkedIn streams of accomplishment to TikTok scrolls of distraction, Lisa explores how to bring your self-sustaining superpower to the forefront so you're not defined by likes or comments.
In this episode, you learn:
The tests Lisa uses before posting
Why celebrating others creates a butterfly effect of connec...
2025-09-0516 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 35: Social Media Series, Part 1: Rethink Your ApproachWhy do we keep reaching for our phones, even when we know too much scrolling isn't good for us? In Part 1 of this two-part series, Lisa unpacks our relationship with social media and shares a healthier way to approach it.
Key moments from this episode:
The brain science that explains why social media feels addictive
A four-part framework to define your relationship with each platform
How to spot pitfalls like comparison, FOMO, and the “superhero facade”
Mindset shifts that move you from validation-seeking to abundance
This series is not about quitting social...
2025-09-0233 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 34: How to Actually Make Friends as an AdultFriendships are vital to our health and happiness. When they are good, they give us energy, support, and joy. But even with those benefits, many of us still struggle to make and keep friends as adults. Between shifting life stages, busy schedules, and the awkwardness of “friend dating,” connection can feel daunting.
In this episode, Lisa explores:
Why making friends as an adult feels so daunting and how to overcome the “friend dating” stage
The circles of friendship: leaf, branch, and root people and how to know who belongs where
Simple...
2025-08-2928 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 33: Keep Marching on Women’s Equality Day with Jill FurmanEvery great movement needs its storytellers. On this Women’s Equality Day, we’re going behind the curtain with Jill Furman, Tony Award-winning producer of In the Heights, Hamilton, and now Suffs, the Broadway musical about the women who fought for the right to vote. From tough rewrites to building inclusive teams, Jill shows us how producing art can shape how we see equality, leadership, and each other.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
The behind-the-scenes journey of Suffs and its Tony wins
Why progress is messy, but still worth marching for
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2025-08-2643 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 32: The Leadership Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making with Sabina NawazPower and pressure can bring out your best or quietly push you into habits that damage trust, communication, and confidence. In this conversation, Lisa sits down with Sabina Nawaz, best-selling author of You’re the Boss, global executive coach, and former senior leader at Microsoft, who has spent her career helping leaders at the highest levels navigate these forces with clarity and humanity. Sabina shares proven strategies and simple tools anyone can use to lead (and be led) better.
You’ll learn:
Why pressure, not power, corrupts and how to keep it from squeezing out yo...
2025-08-2254 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 31: Ask Lisa Anything: Workplace Conflicts, Tough Feedback, and Office GossipHave you ever finished one of our In Confidence episodes feeling inspired, only to face a situation that puts those ideas to the test? In this “Ask Lisa Anything” episode, Lisa answers three listener-submitted workplace dilemmas and shares the tools to navigate them with confidence.
In this episode, we tackle:
A respectful, trust-building way to challenge a higher-up’s decision
How to process and act on tough feedback without losing momentum
Practical steps to avoid the gossip trap and strengthen workplace relationships
W...
2025-08-1920 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 30: Why the Secret to Success is Chasing Failure with Jane ParkWe’re taught to chase success, but what if the real growth comes from chasing failure? In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with her best friend, Jane Park, founder of Julep and Tokki, and former director at Starbucks and leader at BCG, to talk about why she sets “failure goals” on purpose. Jane shares how reframing failure as a target instead of a setback can help you aim higher, take bigger risks, and uncover who you’re truly meant to be.
You’ll learn:
Why avoiding failure is the enemy of growth and h...
2025-08-1556 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 29: How to Own the Room (Even If You Hate Public Speaking)Only 12% of people feel confident speaking in front of others, which means the rest of us are winging it, sweating through it, or avoiding it altogether. Are you part of the 88% who don’t feel ready for the spotlight? Let’s change that.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares the rituals, strategies, and mindset shifts that helped her go from a shy immigrant kid to a confident keynote speaker.
What you'll get from this episode:
Lisa’s 3-part framework for public speaking (no stage required)
How body language, breathwor...
2025-08-1222 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 28: Why K-Pop Matters More Than You Think with Dr. Grace KaoThis week on In Confidence, Lisa sits down with Dr. Grace Kao, IBM Professor of Sociology at Yale University and K-pop expert, to explore why Korean idol groups have taken the world by storm and what their global rise reveals about identity, belonging, and the forces that shape confidence.
This episode unpacks:
The rigorous training system that gives idols unshakable confidence
How fandom creates deep belonging and challenges stereotypes
Why K-pop may be shifting how the world sees Asian identity
Stay with us because this isn’t j...
2025-08-081h 03In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 27: The Key to Understanding Your Coworkers, One Generation at a TimeThink your coworkers are difficult or you just can’t seem to work well together? With Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z all sharing the same workplace, it’s no wonder that collaboration can feel harder than it should. In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa breaks down the values, habits, and communication styles that shape each generation and how to use that insight to build stronger team dynamics at work.
You’ll learn:
Strengths and triggers of each generation and how they show up at work
Why trust starts with curiosity, openness, and acce...
2025-08-0532 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 26: What It Really Takes to Make a Career Pivot with Nikkia ReveillacCareer pivots can feel overwhelming, but moments of uncertainty are often turning points. Whether you're stuck in a role that no longer fits, scared to take the leap, or navigating a change you didn’t choose, these crossroads offer a chance to grow in new and meaningful ways.
In this episode of In Confidence, Nikkia Reveillac—former professional dancer turned corporate leader at Netflix and Twitter, now entrepreneur and speaker—joins Lisa to reflect on the mindset, courage, and strategy behind her major career pivots. Each transition has helped her begin breaking free from her cage, an...
2025-08-011h 23In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 25: Feedback Is a Gift: How to Ask for, Give, and Receive It with ConfidenceWhat if the conversation you’ve been avoiding could be the one that helps you grow most?
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa breaks down the skill of feedback: how to ask for it, how to give it, and how to receive it with openness and grace. Feedback can feel like dynamite or a gift and your mindset makes the difference. With stories from the workplace and personal life, Lisa gives a practical, trust-based roadmap to feedback that builds relationships, not resentment.
What you’ll learn:
A simple, effective wa...
2025-07-2923 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 24: How to Ask For a Raise or Promotion with Meggie Palmer, Part 2Whether you're negotiating for a raise, a new title, or better work-life balance, this episode is your tactical roadmap. In Part 2 of this series, Meggie Palmer joins Lisa to break down what to say, how to say it, and most importantly, how to believe you deserve it.
Prepare for any outcome. Every negotiation ends in Yes, No, or Maybe.
Define your Wish, Want, and Walk figures before you walk into the conversation.
Ask for more than money. Salary is just one part of your total life P&L.
A No today does not mean No forever. Fo...
2025-07-251h 18In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 23: How to Ask For a Raise or Promotion, Part 1Ever felt ready for more responsibility, recognition, or compensation, but held back from asking? In this solo episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares a powerful reframe: asking for a raise or promotion isn’t about demanding. It’s about declaring your worth. Drawing from her Gravitas superpower framework, she breaks down how to lead the conversation with clarity, strategy, and self-belief.
This conversation sparked so much interest that we decided to turn it into a two-part series. Stay tuned for Part Two with negotiation expert Meggie Palmer, where we dive even deeper into tactical tips, scripts...
2025-07-2223 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 22: The Secret to Looking Good on Camera with Peter HurleyThe secret to looking good on camera isn’t about being flawless. It’s about capturing a moment you’ll want to remember. That’s what world-renowned headshot photographer Peter Hurley has learned after two decades behind the lens. Lighting is important, but it’s the memory the photo holds that matters most.
On this episode of In Confidence, Peter shares why so many of us fear the camera, how to quiet the inner critic, and what it really takes to feel good in front of the lens. You’ll also hear his five go-to tips for being p...
2025-07-181h 08In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 21: How to Reset After a Job LossWhat happens when your title is stripped away, your inbox goes quiet, and your Monday morning feels like a void? In this deeply personal episode of In Confidence, Lisa opens up about her own experience being fired as a startup CEO and what came next. Whether you've been laid off, restructured out, or let go, Lisa shares emotional insights, mindset shifts, and practical strategies to help you move forward.
You’ll learn:
What happens in your brain and body after a professional loss
How to quiet your inner critic and confront sham...
2025-07-1527 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 20: Heal Your Busy Brain Before You Burn Out with Dr. Romie MushtaqBurnout isn’t just feeling tired. It’s a brain and body stuck in survival mode.
In this powerful episode of In Confidence, Dr. Romie Mushtaq, brain doctor, Chief Wellness Officer, and bestselling author of The Busy Brain Cure, joins Lisa for a candid conversation about how stress rewires your brain, why so many of us are operating in "busy brain" mode, and how to heal using real science.
What you’ll get from this episode:
-How to decode your Busy Brain Score and what it reveals about your...
2025-07-1145 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 19: How to Strengthen Every Relationship in Your LifeIn our first episode of Season 2, Lisa shares why trust is the next big idea she’s exploring—drawing from two decades of consulting, leadership, and personal reflection. You’ll learn why trust is often fragile, how our brains process betrayal more intensely than connection, and her four-part framework to help you turn trust into an intentional skill set in every area of your life.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why trust is the foundation of strong relationships
How to turn trust into a teachable, practical skill
The 4 components of trust...
2025-07-0833 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 17: The Art of Small Talk: A Guide for When You Don’t Know Anyone in the RoomLike it or not, small talk is part of life. And whether you love it or dread it, it helps to have some gravitas going into the room.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares how to approach small talk with intention so you’re not just getting through it, but actually making the most of it. Whether you’re at a networking event, a wedding where you barely know anyone, or like Lisa, your college reunion, these moments can turn into something meaningful.
What you'll get from this episode:
2025-05-1611 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 16: Have You Ever Been Called Bossy? You're Not Alone and You're Not The ProblemHave you ever been called bossy, cold, or intimidating at work? Or been told you're too quiet to lead? In this episode of In Confidence, we unpack the triple standard women face at work and how it affects how we’re perceived, promoted, and valued. Through personal stories, surprising research, and tactical ways to reframe the narrative, Lisa shares how the Leading superpower can be both your greatest strength and your most misunderstood quality. Learn how to expand the scorecard for success, advocate for yourself in real time, and lead with both clarity and connection.
Let’...
2025-05-0915 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 15: Scaling Magic While Normalizing Wobbliness with Lindsay ShookusIn this episode of In Confidence, Lisa sits down with Lindsay Shookus—former SNL producer, co-founder of Women Work F#cking Hard, and speaker—to talk about reinvention, resilience, and redefining success.Lindsay shares what it looks like to embrace uncertainty, build a “portfolio life,” and trust in your own talents, even through wobbly moments.
Key Takeaways:
Why “normalizing wobbliness” is crucial when navigating career transitions or reinvention
How to build a portfolio career based on energy, joy, and trust in your talents
Strategies for making meaningful connections (even if you're introverted)
Why showing up, especiall...
2025-05-0242 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 14: Your Guide on How to Break through Setback With The Power You Already HaveThis episode of In Confidence gives you two tools to name what’s holding you back and recognize the strengths already within you that will help you push through it. Lisa walks you through a weekend reflection practice on the six forces that fuel your inner critic and invites you to rediscover your confidence through the Gravitas Confidence Language Quiz.
You’ll leave this episode with more clarity, more self-belief, and a simple mindset shift: the thing standing in your way isn’t stronger than the power you already have.
Take our Confid...
2025-04-2507 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 13: The Performing Superpower and How to be Great at Karaoke with Ada TsengOnly 12% of people have the Performing superpower—the ability to shine in front of others with ease. But what if you could practice it in a way that’s low-stakes, joyful, and just plain fun?
In this episode, Lisa explores how karaoke can be a powerful tool for building confidence in everyday life. She’s joined by writer, editor, and karaoke journalist Ada Tseng, creator of the LA Times Karaoke Generator, to talk about how karaoke helps us get comfortable with the spotlight on our own terms.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
2025-04-1847 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 12: Inventions That Changed Our Lives and It's All Thanks to WomenIn this special episode of In Confidence, Lisa shares the story of a tiny plaque on the Brooklyn Bridge that sparked a big realization: women have built the world we live in, but their names are often left out of the story. From Wi-Fi to Monopoly, dishwashers to life rafts, Lisa highlights five surprising everyday inventions created by women and why it’s time we give them the credit they’ve always deserved.
This episode is both a celebration and a reclamation. It’s a reminder that behind every great invention, there’s often a woman whose...
2025-04-1507 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 11: Art That Meets The Moment with Schele WilliamsFrom performing in Rent and Aida to directing The Notebook and The Wiz, Schele Williams has built a legacy not only through what she’s accomplished, but through how she leads.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa and Schele sit down to discuss how the discipline, heart, and conviction she’s carried through her career have shaped the way she shows up.
What You’ll Learn:
Why representation behind the table can change the entire story.
How to shift from scarcity to a purpose-driven mindset.
What it takes to overcome stage f...
2025-04-1159 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 10: Transform Any Moment Into A Win-Win with Dr. Wendy BorlabiBefore success happens in reality, it happens in the mind. Whether it’s sinking the game-winning shot or stepping confidently into a high-stakes meeting, elite performers don’t just hope for success, they start out by visualizing it. Dr. Wendy Borlabi, a high-performance expert and sport psychology consultant, has spent her career helping top athletes and leaders harness the power of mental preparation to perform at their peak.
In this episode of In Confidence, Lisa and Dr. Borlabi explore how your mindset shapes outcomes and the mental resilience required to stay focused under pressure and bounce...
2025-04-0436 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 9: The Mindset Shift You Need for Returning to OfficeApril 1 marks the calendar for office mandates saying it’s time to go back to working in office 4 to 5 days a week. But for many, this return feels like more than a logistical shift. It’s emotional. It’s generational. And it’s bringing up big questions about purpose, productivity, and power. In this episode, Lisa unpacks why the return-to-office conversation hits such a nerve and how we can make this moment work for everyone.
We cover:
Why returning feels so personal and what generational tensions have to do with it.
The pros and cons of w...
2025-04-0130 min
In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 8: Why Women Love Romantasy NovelsIn this episode of In Confidence, Lisa is joined by friends, Marybeth Coleman and Lauren Wolf, for a laugh-filled deep dive into romantasy: the genre where fantasy and romance collide. This once quietly passed–between-friends genre has turned into a full-blown cultural moment and offers much more than just dragons and slow-burn romance.
From the book boyfriends of Fourth Wing and the favorite tropes of A Court of Thorns and Roses to the ways these heroines help us reconnect with our own strength, navigate healing, and reflect on the relationships we choose, this is a cozy, ca...
2025-03-2844 min
In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 7: If We Had Our Own Place with Jenny Nguyen"The only way we're ever going to watch a women’s game the way it deserves to be watched is if we had our own place.”
It was a passing comment made out of frustration, but for Jenny Nguyen, it sparked a vision that turned into The Sports Bra, the first-ever sports bar dedicated 100% to women’s sports.
In this episode, Jenny, CEO and Founder of The Sports Bra, shares how that one moment changed everything, the risks and triumphs of building something groundbreaking, and why we’re witnessing a turning point for w...
2025-03-2155 min
In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 6: You've Been Thinking About Confidence All Wrong. Here's The Truth.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 choos...
2025-03-1824 min
In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 5: Keep Moving Forward With Vicky NguyenIn 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...
2025-03-1441 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 4: You Only Need 19 Seconds to Tap Into Your Full PotentialIn 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...
2025-03-1108 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 3: This is How Gravitas is Celebrating International Women's DayJoin 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.
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2025-03-0805 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 2: Stop Apologizing. Say This Instead.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...
2025-03-0613 min
In Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastEpisode 1: Your Life Story is Your Leadership StoryWhat 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 P...
2025-03-0629 minIn Confidence with Lisa Sun: A Gravitas PodcastTrailerWhat 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.
Connect With Us So You...
2025-02-2402 min
Future of HR“Gravitas: The Eight Superpowers of Confidence” with Lisa Sun, Entrepreneur and AuthorHow can feedback lead to personal and professional growth?Why should HR leaders be more confident in who they are and the value they deliver? My guest on this episode is Lisa Sun, who is an entrepreneur and author, “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence.”During our conversation Lisa and I discuss: Why feedback is a gift that can lead to personal growth and transformation.Why confidence is not about external validation, but about understanding and appreciating your own abilities.How the traditional definition of confidence ofte...
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Unscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]Revisiting Confidence: A Special Re-Release with Lisa Sun, CEO of GravitasToday, Danielle revisits her conversation with Lisa Sun, the visionary behind Gravitas, a brand revolutionizing fashion with size-inclusive apparel and empowering women from within. Lisa’s new book, *Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence*, helps women build self-worth on their terms. Danielle shares a personal story about meeting Lisa at a conference and the profound impact Lisa had on her confidence and self-perception. Get your copy here! Lisa talks about her approach to fashion, emphasizing confidence and self-belief over societal standards. She explains why there are no mirrors in G...
2024-07-1754 min
The Toastmasters Podcast#255: Gravitas Personified: Meet the 2024 Golden Gavel Recipient – Lisa SunLisa will be presented with her Golden Gavel award during the Toastmasters International's 100th Anniversary Convention being held in Anaheim, California August 14-17, 2024.The award ceremony and presentation can be seen live and live streamed on Friday, August 16, 1:30 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)/Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) -7. You can also meet Lisa in person at 2:30PM following her presentation.Lisa is also featured in the cover story in the May 2024 issue of the Toastmaster Magazine, entitled "Lisa Sun Redefines Confidence; The 2024 Golden Gavel recipient has gone from lacking gravitas to owning i...
2024-07-0100 minThe Toastmasters Podcast#255: Gravitas Personified: Meet the 2024 Golden Gavel Recipient – Lisa SunLisa will be presented with her Golden Gavel award during the Toastmasters International's 100th Anniversary Convention being held in Anaheim, California August 14-17, 2024.The award ceremony and presentation can be seen live and live streamed on Friday, August 16, 1:30 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)/Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) -7. You can also meet Lisa in person at 2:30PM following her presentation.Lisa is also featured in the cover story in the May 2024 issue of the Toastmaster Magazine, entitled "Lisa Sun Redefines Confidence; The 2024 Golden Gavel recipient has gone from lacking gravitas to owning i...
2024-07-0100 min
Virtual Water Cooler ChatGRAVITAS with Lisa Sun | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Episode 46This episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features Lisa Sun, CEO of GRAVITAS a company on a mission to catalyze confidence.
Lisa has often been called the “dress whisperer.” Her company, GRAVITAS, offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make women from the inside out. Before founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues. Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, People, and The Today Show in th...
2024-05-0638 minVirtual Water Cooler ChatGRAVITAS with Lisa Sun | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Episode 46This episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features Lisa Sun, CEO of GRAVITAS a company on a mission to catalyze confidence.
Lisa has often been called the “dress whisperer.” Her company, GRAVITAS, offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make women from the inside out. Before founding GRAVITAS, Sun spent 11 years at McKinsey & Company, where she advised leading luxury fashion and beauty brands and retailers in the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America on strategic and operational issues. Her first collection was featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, People, and The Today Show in th...
2024-05-0638 min
Hype WomenLisa Sun: GravitasToday we are spending time with Lisa Sun.Only with Lisa can I cover generational trauma, the escape from corporate America, the discovery of entrepreneurship…and bangs in one conversation. Be prepared to be taken on a ride, people. Buckle up. Lisa has built a company and a movement to help women catalyze confidence.And I LOVE talking to herBut it is *listening* to Lisa that has had the most profound impact on me. It is essential that I always carry a notebook when connecting with Lisa...
2024-04-111h 06
How to Be Awesome at Your Job936: The 8 Super Powers that Unlock Gravitas with Lisa SunLisa Sun shares her tools for building true, lasting confidence. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What gravitas really means2) The Six Forces ruining your confidence3) How to discover your “confidence language”Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep936 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LISA — Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the inside out.
2024-02-1538 min
THE POWER OF REINVENTION with Kathi Sharpe-RossE119: Gravitas: Confidence Redefined with Lisa SunIn this episode, Kathi Sharpe-Ross interviews Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas and author of 'Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence.' They delve into the concept of gravitas, which encompasses not just confidence but also influence, presence and the ability to inspire respect. Lisa shares her childhood experiences and early influences, revealing how they shaped her holistic view of this powerful quality and its impact on personal and professional development.
The conversation explores living life with self-assurance, addressing the challenges and fears of entrepreneurship and the importance of having a support system. Lisa emphasizes...
2024-02-0156 min
The Bold LoungeLisa Sun: Superpower Synergy- Embracing Your Bold ConfidenceSend us Fan MailAbout This EpisodeLisa Sun, CEO and founder of GRAVITAS, is an expert voice on the topic of confidence and being your truest self. This discussion provides a multifaceted view of what it means to live a life characterized by boldness and gravitas. Lisa emphasizes how our mindset drives our behavior, and she explains the internal and external forces that can influence our sense of self-worth and confidence, providing examples from her own professional journey shifting from the corporate world to founding her own business. Lisa also describes the 8...
2024-01-3144 min
Flourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish KothariFinding Your True Confidence with Lisa SunTrue confidence is really about believing in what you're good at and feeling sure about yourself. It's not about trying to be perfect or fearless. Instead, it's about knowing your own strengths and what makes you special, and facing challenges bravely by making the most of your talents. Did you know that being confident is something you can work on? If you're ready to grow your confidence language and embrace your superpowers, get ready for our next guest. Meet Lisa Sun. She grew up in California as the daughter of Taiwanese immigrant parents. She was an...
2024-01-1652 min
EntreprenistaBuilding Gravitas and Catalyzing Confidence with Lisa Sun“When we tie so much of our happiness to [the] brass ring… It really just keeps us even more insecure and more overachieving.” -Lisa SunIn this episode of Entreprenista, we sit down with fashion entrepreneur Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas New York, a lifestyle and apparel company that’s revolutionizing the concept of shapewear. Lisa is also the best selling author of Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence, a book that aims to teach women to own their power. Learn how Lisa developed her entrepreneurial spirit, how her experience in the corporat...
2024-01-0858 minUnscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]Redefining Confidence: A Conversation with Lisa Sun, CEO of GravitasIn this empowering episode, Danielle engages in a candid and insightful conversation with Lisa Sun, CEO of "Gravitas" and author of the book "Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence".Key Points:Redefining Confidence: Lisa discusses the need to change the scorecards by which success is defined and how behaviors should be rewarded instead of asking individuals to "be more confident."The Gravitas Clothing Brand: The fashion brand which aims to catalyze confidence through clothing.The Confidence Closet: Lisa describes her pop-up shops, where women are encouraged to focus on their strengths...
2023-11-0153 min
The Wellness Driven Life Show🔮 Unveiling the Power of Gravitas with Lisa Sun: Redefining Confidence & Embracing Authenticity 🎙️Join us for an enlightening conversation 🗨️ with Lisa Sun, the acclaimed author of the national best-seller, 'GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence' 📚. Dive into the depths of genuine self-assurance as Lisa demystifies popular misconceptions around confidence and gravitas 💡.In this interview, Lisa shares her insights on why the famous mantra 'fake it until you make it' doesn't always work 🚫 and how performative confidence differs from genuine gravitas. Discover why, sometimes, the most influential voice in the room isn't the loudest 🤫.Lisa also talks about the tendency to over-apologize and how to break free...
2023-10-311h 06
The Remarkable Leadership PodcastThe 8 Strengths that Redefine Confidence with Lisa Sun We are born self-confident. By the time we hit our teen years, that self-confidence dwindles. Lisa Sun suggests confidence is a mindset and we get to choose to be confident. Lisa joins Kevin to discuss the concept of gravitas and confidence. She realized that gravitas is about believing in yourself on the inside before projecting it outward. Lisa also shares the eight forms of confidence that she discovered through research and surveys and recognizes that all eight forms are valid, and each person's confidence language is unique. Leaders need to replace vague advice like "be more confident" with specific...
2023-10-1137 min
NXTLVL Experience DesignEp.58 Gravitas with Lisa Sun Founder and CEO, GRAVITASABOUT Lisa Sun:Lisa's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sun-793777/Websites:To learn more about Lisa’s book: https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/gravitas-book-the-8-strengths-that-redefine-confidenceLearn more about our forthcoming book, GRAVITAS: The 8 Strengths That Redefine ConfidenceTo discover your superpowers: www.MyConfidenceLanguage.comwww.GravitasNewYork.comBIO:Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over women from the i...
2023-09-301h 08
SUCCESS PodcastsIn the Details - GRAVITAS: Activate Your Confidence Superpower with Lisa SunThis week on In the Details, Karen is joined by the dynamic Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun. On a mission to inspire and empower women from the inside out, Lisa works to instill and build confidence by helping them discover their confidence superpowers. Lisa shares her own journey of finding gravitas with listeners as well as how she cracked the code to help women build self-worth on their own terms. Karen and Lisa explore how to identify your strengths and own your power, as well as how to choose confidence during life's transitions. Tune in...
2023-09-2643 min
In The Details with Karen AllenGRAVITAS: Activate Your Confidence Superpower with Lisa SunThis week on In the Details, Karen is joined by the dynamic Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun. On a mission to inspire and empower women from the inside out, Lisa works to instill and build confidence by helping them discover their confidence superpowers. Lisa shares her own journey of finding gravitas with listeners as well as how she cracked the code to help women build self-worth on their own terms. Karen and Lisa explore how to identify your strengths and own your power, as well as how to choose confidence during life's transitions. Tune in...
2023-09-2643 minSUCCESS PodcastsIn the Details - GRAVITAS: Activate Your Confidence Superpower with Lisa SunThis week on In the Details, Karen is joined by the dynamic Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun. On a mission to inspire and empower women from the inside out, Lisa works to instill and build confidence by helping them discover their confidence superpowers. Lisa shares her own journey of finding gravitas with listeners as well as how she cracked the code to help women build self-worth on their own terms. Karen and Lisa explore how to identify your strengths and own your power, as well as how to choose confidence during life's transitions. Tune in...
2023-09-2643 minSUCCESS PodcastsIn the Details - GRAVITAS: Activate Your Confidence Superpower with Lisa SunThis week on In the Details, Karen is joined by the dynamic Founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun. On a mission to inspire and empower women from the inside out, Lisa works to instill and build confidence by helping them discover their confidence superpowers. Lisa shares her own journey of finding gravitas with listeners as well as how she cracked the code to help women build self-worth on their own terms. Karen and Lisa explore how to identify your strengths and own your power, as well as how to choose confidence during life's transitions. Tune in...
2023-09-2643 min
Listen to Best-Selling Audiobook Collection on Any DeviceGravitas [Written by Lisa Sun]Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/712102 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Gravitas
Author: Lisa Sun
Narrator: Lisa Sun
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 16 minutes
Release date: September 12, 2023
Genres: Career Development
Publisher's Summary: In her groundbreaking book, fashion entrepreneur Lisa Sun challenges traditional notions of confidence with a new approach to living with self-assurance. What she's learned from thousands of conversations with women from dressing rooms to boardrooms is that we feel genuinely confident when we value and deploy our strengths. Those strengths come in many forms, not just a singular ideal. Backed...
2023-09-138h 16
New Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentGravitas by Lisa SunPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/712102 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Gravitas Author: Lisa Sun Narrator: Lisa Sun Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 16 minutes Release date: September 12, 2023 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: In her groundbreaking book, fashion entrepreneur Lisa Sun challenges traditional notions of confidence with a new approach to living with self-assurance. What she's learned from thousands of conversations with women from dressing rooms to boardrooms is that we feel genuinely confident when we value and deploy our strengths. Those strengths come in many forms, not just a singular ideal. Backed by quantitative research, Sun expands the definition...
2023-09-1203 min