Confidence Shift Podcast

This one’s for all my chronic over-achievers, overwhelmed go-getters and Type A’s-in-recovery! When you feel stuck at not achieving a goal, there is a shift that can change everything. I discovered it. You can benefit from it. This simple change of perspective and intention about the action plan you’re using to “win” will make all the difference in how you stay balanced and away from burn-out. Find out what it is.I’m releasing my second book! Join my book club here: www.hueandstyle.com/books

Feeling upside down in life? Feeling like life is overwhelming? There’s a secret weapon I use to bust through those feeling and find new momentum. I’m sure it’s not what you expect but it is, oh so powerful. Learn what it is and the 5 amazing shifts it can help you reveal amazing new personal power when you are shown to use it with intention.Sign up for my book club: www.hueandstyle.com/book-club-optinFollow my journey on Instagram too: www.instagram.com/michelecharlesgustafson 

Racism is real and has rocked our beliefs in the recent weeks. In this episode, I share what’s fresh on my mind and heavy on my heart about racism as I see it, as I’ve experienced it and what to do next. It’s an off-the-cuff episode where I just turned the mic on and started talking. Links to my Instagram micro-blog posts mentioned in this episode are here:“Ellipsis: For Words Omitted""Personal Activism”“After The Black Square”There are many resources now listed online to explore your place in this tidal wave shift. Explore how you can connect with the change by seeking them out.

It's easy to get focused on "the clothes" when the world talks about style as an outcome of putting together pieces and accessories. What if there was something more? There is.  Studies show that attaching symbolism to what you wear boosts performance. It's true and it works. I've watched countless women who are my clients do it, but there's more.Discover 2 unexpected benefits of shifting your style. Maybe you need them right now more than ever.*****

How do you celebrate a win? If you only looking at what you completed, you're missing something so much for valuable. Listen as I share what I learned after celebrating that I wrote the first draft of my next book - all 24,618 words in 7 days of it.*****

In times of change, having habits and perspective that help you move toward finding meaning are the most powerful. I’m sharing exactly what I do to manage change and why even in extraordinary times, you can begin developing a series of ways to bounce back from anything. I mention a couple of ways I may be able to help you in the episode. Find the links here:Thrive Global Article: https://thriveglobal.com/stories/helpful-ways-to-move-through-your-feelings/7x7 Journal Project: bit.ly/7x7journalproject#GetUpAndDressed Challenge: bit.ly/start_getupanddressed*****

I thought I had nothing to say during this time of uncertainty and unrest when I hit record but it turns out I always have something to say. It’s simple and imperfect but from my heart. I hope it helps you see an opportunity to see yourself differently now that will be a superpower later - after all this is over.Finding meaning in the craziness comes in a certain way. I explain and give you some insights about how to start now - even amongst the chaos.One way to begin the redefinition I talk about to this episode is to begin or re-adopt a journaling practice. Now it is more important than ever to embrace what you can do to nurture yourself.During your time-off, I want to help you begin creating a personal practice that is so powerful it can actually make you healthier and happier! (True story, studies have shown it.)Begin your own 7x7 Journal Project guided by me (yes, for FREE) >> bit.ly/7x7journalprojectI’ve created all new deep-diving journal prompts and I’m even going t

What happens when someone asks, “Tell me what you do?” Your mindset around how you will be judged is a huge indicator of whether you answer the question with confidence that builds connection or if you freeze and find yourself hiding with what you do. Listen as Michele shares how to see what you do as more than an elevator speech or pitch but as an expression of the inner you. [Adapted from a Facebook Live Broadcast here]*****

Consistency with your style and personal brand image is created with two very specific elements. If you have one without the other, you cripple your ability to create virility that builds a personal brand reputation over time. Michele explains the two parts that create consistency that are outside your closet and how to not fall in the trap of simple “how-to” tips that will produce temporary or short-sighted results.*****

You'll never see me do a recap of the fashion as Hollywood rolls through its awards season. I have a very particular reason why - a bit personal, a little bit philosophy, a lot what I help women overcome. Listen in and see if you can relate and release what I know grips so many women about how they see themselves in the mirror.*****

I learned a few lessons this year. A few of my recent Instagram personal quote posts came right out of my journal and speak the lessons I learned about myself and that can help you too. See what I mean when I write:"Feeling alone is a choice, being isolated is a decision. You get to control both.”"Intention powers miracles.""If it feels light it’s right.""Measure your success in impact.”I hope they help you put your 2019 in perspective and start your 2020 supercharged.*****

Black Friday is the most frenzied shopping time the year. Listen to Michele’s 3 Essentials for navigating your shopping that will help you avoid wasting money and filling your closet with items you’ll forget you own before the new year.Learn why maximizing your wardrobe is a cornerstone of optimizing your impression on others at hueandstyle.com.*****Let's hang out after the episode! You can leave feedback and insights on the episode on the @ConfidenceShiftPodcast Instagram page or you can join my private Facebook group.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/Confidence-Shift-Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Any shift or transition in life has the power to make you feel like you’ve lost your confidence. Don’t worry, you haven’t! In this Season 2 Finale episode, I’m sharingthe simple, yet unexpected, fundamentals that create the confidence to be happy and the #1 skill you need to make your confidence permanent in your life.*****

The way you communicate to others with your words builds rapport and trust. It can bring people together or push them away. Communication can be non-verbal but what you say is verbally is the last piece of being able connect with others. Customer service rides on yours (and your team or organization’s) ability to welcome people using the right words. Listen as I break down two of THE MOST important phrases you need to incorporate today!*****

Wearing color can be fun but consider who you could influence silently if you used it strategically. In this micro-episode adapted from a live broadcast, Michele explains why one hue does not emit one meaning and why typical color psychology color meanings are incomplete for you to use color as a personal brand marketing superpower. Today, you’ve got your Hue and Style® color expert in the house. Tune in!*****

Wardrobe transitions are not just about changing the clothes, they are about finding the best expression of your authentic self. Michele explains the common dressing behaviour symptoms women have when the items in their closet don’t match their mindset and she shares a way to begin seeing the items you own in a way that helps you see if you need an image strategy to help you achieve your confidence and visibility goals.*****

Making your confidence permanent is not done by chance it’s done by living intentionally and committing to growth. In this episode, Michele shares three conventional wisdoms about confidence and why they don’t work to create lasting growing that helps you take on your dreams and serve others. This one is deep, powerful and super thought-provoking.

Every successful person has an origin story.  Origin stories are a foundation for who you are and what you do. They are rarely all victories without some kind of knock-down defeat int here somewhere. I wanted to finally share my story. Why? Because when we have the courage to tell our own story, we give permission to others to explore and do the same. I want to give you that permission.

Time is precious thing. In a busy world, sometimes it’s hard to remember to spend time alone listening for your ‘true self.’ See why spending time alone can be a source of power and joy with a process Michele uses herself twice per year.*****

Finding the motivation to chase your dreams or build your confidence in any part of life is not about what you think. Most people are “trying hard” to be motivated when the secret lies in finding something different inside yourself and then using it to create natural motivation. Listen as Michele breaks down this little-know quality that unlocks massive motivation for your growth and life.*****