Thereās a difference between hustle and hunger and if youāre a woman in business, you need to know it.Hustle is rooted in fear, scarcity, and survival.Itās that energy that tells you to push harder, do more, prove your worth.But hunger? Hunger is purpose.Itās clarity, desire, and the fire to grow from alignment, not anxiety.In this episode, Iāll break down how to tell the difference between the two, why so many women confuse hard work with self-worth, and how to shift into a place of grounded drive.Because staying hungry doesnāt mean burning out ā it means refusing to settle.If youāve been feeling tired, stuck, or guilty for wanting more, this episode will remind you what ambition really looks like when itās led by confidence, not fear.What Youāll Learn:The real difference between hustle and hunger (and how to know which one youāre in)How fear-based ambition quietly burns you outThe mindset shift that turns overworking into aligned actionWhy ārestā isnāt the opposite of ambition, itās part of itSimple ways to stay hungry for your goals without falling into hustle cultureš Resources & Links:š„ Ready to stop hustling and start leading from hunger? šš½ Apply for The Queenās Table ā where women become the go-to in their industry: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/ š§ Want more episodes like this? Listen to the Business Confidence Playlist on Spotify: Click here to listenš«¶š½ If you loved this episode, please take 30 seconds to rate and review The Confidence Chronicles ā it helps us reach more women ready to rise.Then screenshot your favourite moment, tag me @thequeenofconfidence and tell me what stood out to you the most.
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When did you stop dreaming?
When did you stop dreaming?Not just wishing, not just goal-setting - but audacious, soul-led, goosebump-making dreaming?In this episode, I take you deep into my recent trip back to the States - back to the city where my deepest trauma lived. And I stood on a stage in Boston, pouring power into women, living the vision my 15-year-old self never thought was possible.This one is personal. Itās emotional. Itās for the part of you thatās stopped believing it could be different.What Youāll Learn:Why you MUST let yourself dream again (even if it scares you)What Iāve learned about healing, visibility, and stepping into global stagesThe power of placing your āorderā with the universe - and actually trusting itās comingWhy fear wonāt keep your dreams safe, but courage will move them forwardHow the full-circle moment of Boston reminded me who the f* I amThis episode is for you if:Youāve stopped dreaming, or youāve convinced yourself āitās not realistic.ā If youāre craving more but feel stuck waiting for permission - this episode will reignite your fire.Ready to dream bigger and build a 7-figure personal brand?Apply for The Queenās Table now: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/thequeenstableLoving the podcast? Come connect with me on Instagram ā @thequeenofconfidencešļø Listening on Spotify? Drop me a comment or questionāIād love to hear from you!Mentioned in this episode:Fanbaseš² Ready to grow your fanbase?
I got you! No matter how big or small your audience is this training will support you to build a loyal and connected community of true fans
šš½ Click here to watch: https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/fanbaseformula
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4 Secrets That Built Today's Biggest Personal Brands With Caleb Ralston
You want to build a powerful personal brand.But youāre tired of the noise, the ego, the hype.This episode is your permission slip to do it differently.I sat down with the incredible Caleb Ralston, the kind and humble AF powerhouse behind some of the biggest names in the game ā think Gary Vee, Alex and Leila Hormozi ā and now, a rising go-to voice in the personal branding world in his own right.Calebās no overnight expert. He started hustling at 15, filming bodybuilding legends like Jay Cutler and Ronnie Coleman, before going on to scale Gary Veeās TikTok from 300K to 3.5M in just three months. He helped architect the Hormozisā brand strategy, built and led an 18-person media team generating 3 billion organic impressions in 2024 alone, and has spent over 16 years building content empires across DTC, fitness, tech, and non-profit brands. Now? Heās teaching entrepreneurs how to build magnetic personal brands and media machines that scale.In this raw, thoughtful, fire-filled conversation, we talk about what it really takes to build a brand thatās built to last ā from day one, to day one hundred.AND Caleb doesnāt gatekeep. He drops frameworks, philosophies, and real-world examples you can use today, no bullshit just pure value from him.Inside this episode we dive into:How Crushing It by Gary Vee cracked open his mindset at age 15 and led to a wild personal brand journeyThe Brand Journey Framework: Calebās 4-step process to reverse-engineer your personal brand from vision to actionWhat it really means to document vs create ā and how to use your real life as contentWhy he put a 6-hour free course on YouTube and why most people will never act on itThe truth about originality, copying, and why being copied means youāre leadingHow to build your visibility strategy based on sustainability, not pressureWhat most people get wrong about content and why consistency > complexityWhy your values and vibe ARE your strategy ā not just your visualsWhat to do if you feel like āno oneās picking youā ā especially for women 40+ with receipts and experienceWhether youāre just starting out or youāre sitting on a goldmine of untapped genius, this episode will call you forward into a deeper version of your voice, visibility, and value.This is the conversation we need in the personal branding world right now.ā” LINKS MENTIONED:Calebās YouTube Channel & Free 6-Hour Personal Branding Course : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch4Sl0POBhUBrand Journey Framework workbook (linked inside the video)NEW 3-Hour YouTube Masterclass (also with free workbook) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTKOJo42eKs&t=865sCalebās website: https://calebralston.com/Follow Caleb on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebralstonš„ Screenshot this and tag us @calebralston and @thequeenofconfidence ā tell us what hit home for you.And if youāre tuning in on Spotify, drop me a comment or question below!
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Online VS Offline...Are you aligned?
Most women in business say theyāre building a community - but theyāre ghosting their own audience.Letās get real: if who you are online isnāt who you are in person, thatās not a brand. Thatās a performance.This episode is a love letter and a wake-up call. Iām sharing what happened when I met my community IRL, the shocking truth about online personas, and why congruence is the secret weapon most people are missing.Why showing up fake is hurting your businessThe behind-the-scenes of our brand new home studioWhat real connection looks like (and how to create it)How to build a brand that aligns with who you actually areThis episode is for you if youāre building a brand, a business, or a communityāand you want it to feel authentic, magnetic, and REAL.Ready to build your 7-figure brand? Apply for The Queenās Table: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/thequeenstableš Loving the podcast? Come connect with me on Instagram ā @thequeenofconfidencešļø Listening on Spotify? Drop me a comment or questionāIād love to hear from you!Mentioned in this episode:Fanbaseš² Ready to grow your fanbase?
I got you! No matter how big or small your audience is this training will support you to build a loyal and connected community of true fans
šš½ Click here to watch: https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/fanbaseformula
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Sheās Not Your Copycat. Sheās Lost.
Youāre Not Being Copied - Youāre Just Not Clear on Who You AreLetās get one thing straight: nobody is out here trying to copy you. Whatās actually happening? Women are building businesses without doing the inner work. So they join programs, scroll online, and unknowingly become mini versions of their mentorsābecause they donāt know who they are.This episode is your wake-up call.Why lack of confidence - not plagiarism - is the real problemHow to stop becoming a carbon copy of your coachWhat āthought leadershipā actually means (hint: itās not repeating your mentorās frameworks)The questions you need to ask yourself to find your flavourThis episode is for you if youāve ever lost yourself inside someone elseās strategy.š Ready to stop hiding and start leading? Apply for The Queenās Tablehttps://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/Loving the podcast? Come connect with me on Instagram ā @thequeenofconfidencešļø Listening on Spotify? Drop me a comment or questionāIād love to hear from you!Mentioned in this episode:Fanbaseš² Ready to grow your fanbase?
I got you! No matter how big or small your audience is this training will support you to build a loyal and connected community of true fans
šš½ Click here to watch: https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/fanbaseformula
Welcome to The Confidence Chronicles, a podcast show that's all about empowering women to create self-confidence, to step up and go for what they truly desire. Hosted by award-winning Life Coach and Psychotherapist Erika Cramer, also known as The Queen of Confidence, this podcast will be your go-to source for practical tips and exercises that will help you change your life for the better.
With a raw and real approach, Erika will be like a big sister in your ear, hyping you up and encouraging you to be fully expressed, to take up space and stand in your power. Whether you want to start your own business, find your dream job, or improve your relationships, this podcast will give you the confidence and inspiration to take action and create the life you've always wanted. So, tune in and get ready to be amped up, because the truth is you are a Queen, and you can have everything you desire if you're willing to show up and go get it!
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