Ordinary To Badass

Everyone says, “Just be more confident.”
...But no one tells you how confidence actually gets built—especially when you’re a quiet leader in a high-stakes environment.
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In this Badass Debrief, I’m breaking down the real lesson from last week’s conversation with leadership strategist Traci Austin—and translating it into something you can actually use.
This episode isn’t a recap.
...It’s the reframe most women miss.
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We’re talking about:
Why confidence doesn’t come before opportunity—it comes after evidence

How self-doubt shows up when your brain forgets your wins

The hidden cost of waiting to “feel ready”

Why awareness often feels like insecurity (but is actually executive-level thinking)

How to start building confidence without changing who you are

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If you’ve ever thought:
“I know I’m capable… but I hesitate”

“I freeze when it’s time to speak up”

“I need to feel more confident before I go for it”

This episode will change how you see yourself—and how you move next.
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🎯 Plus, I’m giving you one simple action to start building confidence the way leaders actually do: with receipts.
And if you want help turning your proof into words—especially in high-stakes conversations at work—I’ll tell you exactly where to go next.
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Because confidence isn’t something you wait for....
It’s something you build on purpose.
👉 Listen now and start trusting what you already know.

Think you need one more certification, one more year, or one more sign before you go after the role you want?
Think again.
In this episode of Ordinary to Badass, I’m joined by leadership coach and HR expert Traci Austin for a powerful conversation about confidence, self-doubt, and why so many high-performing women underestimate their own qualifications.
This is real, practical career advice for women in predominantly male industries who are tired of playing small, waiting to feel “ready,” and talking themselves out of opportunities they’ve already earned.
From a live coaching role-play to mindset shifts that change everything, Traci breaks down how to separate fear from facts—and start seeing your experience, skills, and leadership potential clearly.
✨ Theme: Mindset Breakthroughs + Visibility & Advocacy
We’re talking confidence, self-trust, and using smart career advice to position yourself for growth without becoming someone you’re not.
You’ll hear:
🔥 Why self-doubt—not lack of skill—is what keeps women from applying for promotions
💡 How to build proof of your impact so you stop questioning your value
💬 The simple shift that turns “I’m not ready” into “I’ve got this”
If you’ve been searching for honest career advice that actually helps you move forward, advocate for yourself, and step into leadership with confidence—this episode is for you.
🎁 Grab Traci’s Tough Talk Blueprint (link in show notes)
💬 DM me on Instagram @ordinarytobadass if this episode hit home
⭐ And don’t forget to rate + review—help another badass woman find the career advice she needs
All links for this episode can be found in the show notes https://ordinarytobadass.com/429/

Ever had a moment at work where your heart dropped… your blood started boiling… and you wanted to say something—but didn’t know how without risking your reputation?
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In this episode, Marie shares a real story about finding out in a group meeting that one of her responsibilities had been taken away—without warning. From there, she breaks down why pushing back at work feels so hard for so many women in predominantly male spaces—and how to do it with calm authority instead of apology, emotion, or resentment.
You’ll learn:
✔️ Why over-apologizing, emotional dumping, and “silent yeses” hurt your credibility
✔️ How to advocate for yourself without sounding defensive or difficult
✔️ A simple framework for professional, strategic pushback
✔️ What to say when you’re overwhelmed, sidelined, or given unrealistic expectations
✔️ How to protect your time, energy, and reputation at the same time
If you’ve ever frozen in the moment, replayed a conversation all night, or wished you’d spoken up differently—this episode is for you.
You don’t need to be louder.
You need better language.
Press play and learn how to speak up without blowing things up. 💛
Click here
https://stan.store/ordinarytobadass for 8 scripts to push back on your boss.

Most mindset work assumes you need more motivation.
Think again.
In this remix episode, I’m bringing back one of the most grounding, steadying conversations in the Ordinary to Badass vault—my interview with Lorna Green, a yin yoga teacher and NLP master practitioner who blends science-backed mindset tools with deep self-trust.
I’m replaying this episode now because honestly?
I almost didn’t record this week.
I was tired. Bone tired.
And this conversation is the reminder I needed—and maybe you do too.
✨ Theme: Mindset Breakthroughs + Ambition Without Burnout
This episode is for the woman who’s:
Doing the work but second-guessing herself

Mentally exhausted from overthinking everything

Trying to lead, grow, and show up without burning herself to the ground

You’ll hear Lorna unpack:
🔥 Why your thoughts only have power if you keep feeding them
💡 How to “take your thoughts to court” instead of spiraling
💬 The difference between reacting and responding—and why that matters when you’re tired
This isn’t hype.
It’s the kind of mindset work that keeps you walking—even with a blister.
🎧 Press play if you need permission to slow the mental noise without shrinking who you are.

Most New Year goal setting assumes you need fixing.
...New year. New you. Try harder. Do more.
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Nope. We’re not doing that here.
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In this episode of Ordinary to Badass, you'll discover a different kind of reset—one that doesn’t ask you to become someone new, but instead helps you become more of who you already are.
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This conversation is rooted in one core truth:
Your next level is already in you. We’re just clearing the noise so she can drive.
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Marie walks through what felt ordinary and what felt badass as she stepped into 2026—from falling into old business patterns, to releasing the pressure to finish everything perfectly, to creating a vision board that finally felt aligned (yes, with a little help from AI and a Walgreens poster print 👀).
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You’ll hear how to:
Stop repeating patterns that quietly drain your energy

Use a Stop / Continue / Start reset instead of overwhelming goals

Build confidence using a Proof Vault—real receipts for the days your brain gets dramatic

Reset quarterly instead of waiting until December wondering where the year went

Reframe “unfinished” as information—not failure

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This episode is for the woman who:
Feels organized but still human

Is tired of beating herself up for not doing “enough”

Knows she’s capable of more—but wants to access it without burning out

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You don’t need a new personality.
...You don’t need louder goals.
...You don’t need to be harder on yourself.
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You just need to become more of you.