GRASP Confidence Podcast
The GRASP Confidence Podcast, hosted by Tara LaFon Gooch, explores faith, healing, identity, and purpose from a Christian perspective. It aims to help listeners release past wounds and step into the life God designed for them. The show features solo episodes and conversations with guests, rooted in the GRASP Method. It has ranked in the top 3% globally with over 3,000 reviews on Spotify.
Episodes
#194: How a PhD Biochemist, Former FBI Informant & Fortune 500 Executive Found His Purpose at Coca-Cola | Dr. Mark Whitacre
What do you do when everything falls apart — publicly, catastrophically, and on the front page of every major newspaper in America? For Mark Whitacre, that was not a hypothetical question. It was his reality. As a rising executive at Archer Daniels Midland — one of the largest agricultural corporations in the world — Mark had everything. A prestigious career. A PhD from Cornell University. A rep
#193: Your Purpose Isn't Lost, It's Remembered | Elzie Flenard III
Your Purpose Isn't Lost, It's Remembered What if everything you've been searching for was already inside you waiting to be unlocked? In this powerful episode of the Grasp Confidence Podcast, host Tara sits down with Elzie Flanard III — entrepreneur, speaker, author, and founder of The Crown Room — for a raw, faith-filled conversation that every Christian entrepreneur needs to hear right now
#192: How One Letter Healed 27 Years of Trauma Through Forgiveness | The TEDx Talk That Never Happened
Have you ever carried a wound for so long that it started to feel normal? So normal, in fact, that you didn't realize how much it was shaping your decisions, your relationships, and your life? A few months ago, I was preparing to deliver a TEDx talk in Los Angeles, CA (a dream for any speaker) on a subject that is deeply personal to me: forgiveness. The talk centered around my 27-year journey o
#191: The Truth About Being "Different" (And Why It's Your Greatest Advantage)| Dan Roth
What if everything you believe about confidence, perfection, and "making it" is wrong? In this powerful episode, Tara sits down with TEDx speaker Dan Roth to unpack the reality behind the red circle and the deeper story most people never hear. "There wasn't a single person that didn't go in nervous… what you're seeing is a very edited version." From the outside, TEDx looks polished. Perfect. E
#190: The Link Between Trauma, Clutter, and Letting Go | Lianne Hofer
What if the freedom and closure you've been searching for… is on the other side of what you haven't let go of? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Lianne Hofer—TEDx speaker, author, and decluttering expert—to explore a conversation that goes far beyond organizing your home. Because what if the clutter in your life isn't just physical… but emotional? Lianne is someone I
#189: Why High Performers with ADHD Thrive (When They Understand This) | Dr. Jennie Byrne, MD, PhD
ADHD Isn't What You Think, It Might Be Your Greatest Advantage What if the very traits that make you feel scattered, overwhelmed, or "too much"… are actually the exact traits that set you apart as a high performer? For so many professionals, ADHD is framed as a limitation. A distraction. A struggle to overcome. But what if that narrative is wrong? What if ADHD, when understood and harnessed corre
#188: From Closet Startup to 600% Exit: The Gratitude Strategy That Changed Everything | Kim Angeli
Why Being "Good" in Business Isn't Enough Anymore In today's noisy, hyper-competitive world, being great at what you do is no longer enough. You can have the best product, the strongest offer, and the most polished brand—but if your audience doesn't remember you, you're invisible. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, we sit down with Kim Angeli—sales leader, gratitude-driven entrepre
#187: What I Shared on a Top 1.5% Podcast About What it Means to Have Calm Confidence | Ashley Henriott
Confidence Feels Different When It's God-Backed This episode originally aired on a globally ranked Top 1.5% podcast, and the conversation was too powerful not to share here. I had the honor of joining Alexandra Henriott on Confidence and Coffee, where we went far beyond surface-level conversations about confidence and into something far deeper: identity, faith, and alignment. Because here's the t
#186: God Removed Everything… Then Rebuilt It Better | Patrick Booth
This Is What Happens When You Let God Lead Your Business What do you do when everything you thought was stable… suddenly shifts? In this deeply moving and faith-filled episode of GRASP Confidence, Patrick Booth shares a real-time leadership story that goes far beyond strategy, performance, or success metrics. This is about surrender, obedience, and what it truly means to let God lead—especially
#185: The Leader Within: Unlocking Your God-Given Potential | Sean Olson
Unlocking the Leader Within What if the biggest thing standing between you and your next level of leadership isn't your talent… but the beliefs you've accepted about yourself? In this powerful episode, Tara sits down with executive coach, keynote speaker, and author Sean Olson for a deeply transformative conversation on leadership, identity, faith, and personal growth. Why Most People Stay St
#184: Connected By Health, A Doctor's Journey to Thought leadership | Krishna Vedala, MD
The Future of Healthcare Isn't More Systems—It's More Connection 🎙️ What if the biggest problem in healthcare isn't lack of innovation… but lack of connection? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Krishna Vedala—dual board-certified physician and host of Connected By Health—to explore what's really broken in healthcare today… and what it will actually take to fix it. Because here's
#183: Inside the Mind of a TEDx Organizer: What Makes a Talk Stand Out | Liam Rogers
What if your story wasn't just meant to be told… but to transform lives? Most people believe storytelling is about sharing what happened to them. But the truth is a powerful story doesn't just inform… it moves people to think, feel, and act differently. In this episode of GRASP Confidence, I sit down with Liam Rogers; founder and CEO of Story Circle, award-winning filmmaker, and TEDx organizer b
#182: From School Dropout at 14 to €25 Million in Sales | Pat Slattery
The Mindset That Turns Ordinary People Into Leaders What does it really take to build confidence, create success, and lead at a high level? In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with internationally recognized life and business strategist Pat Slattery, a man whose journey proves that your starting point does not determine your destination. Pat left school
#181: Aligning Your Heart: Faith, Righteousness, and Spirit-Led Confidence | Hal Blackwell
Righteousness Begins with Heart Posture and Faith What if confidence isn't something you build… but something that flows from your heart posture? In a world obsessed with performance and self-improvement we rarely stop to ask the deeper question: What is the condition of my heart? Because righteousness doesn't begin with behavior, it begins with posture and intention. And faith isn't just belief
#180: Wealth Isn't Money, It's Consciousness in Motion | Christopher Mackin
The Real Reason You Can't Hold Wealth Yet: Self-Worth "Wealth isn't something you chase. It's something you learn how to hold." What if the reason abundance hasn't stuck isn't strategy — but capacity? In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Christopher Mackin, a wealth advisor with over two decades of experience who bridges finance, spirituality, and planet
#179: You Are the Gold: Stop Searching Outside Yourself | Breyn Hibbs
Worthiness Isn't Earned. It's Unearthed. In a world that constantly tells us to optimize, perform, and push forward, many high-achieving individuals still feel an undercurrent of disconnection — from themselves, from their bodies, and from the deeper truth of who they are. We learn to function. We learn to succeed. But we rarely learn how to truly meet ourselves. In this expansive and deeply hum
#178: Why Money Stress Isn't a Math Problem—It's a Mindset Problem | Josh Greenbaum
Confidence, Clarity, and the Numbers Behind a Healthy Business Money is one of the biggest sources of stress for entrepreneurs and yet, it doesn't have to be. If the words cash flow, financials, or numbers make you want to look the other way, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Today on GRASP Confidence, we're reframing the entire conversation around money, leadership, and freedom
#177: Why Confidence Starts in Your Nervous System (And How to Fix It) | Dr. Amelia Kelley
Confidence is often framed as a mindset problem; something you fix with better habits, stronger discipline, or positive thinking. But what if confidence isn't a mindset issue at all? What if it's a nervous system issue? In this powerful and deeply grounding conversation, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dr. Amelia Kelley—trauma-informed therapist, author, professor, and TED speaker to explore why
#176: Life Happens. Positivity Is a Choice. Here's How to Choose It | Russ Hedge
In a world that feels louder, faster, and more negative than ever, confidence isn't just a mindset; it's a choice. And when life throws curveballs (as it inevitably does), the leaders who rise aren't the ones who avoid challenges, but the ones who decide how they respond. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with inspirational speaker, international bestsel
#175: Our Beliefs Can Make You Sick or Well (Here's How to Shift Them) | Dr. Hamad Shirazi
Aligned to Heal: Chiropractic, Consciousness, and Whole-Body Confidence What if your pain isn't a problem to "fix"… but a message to listen to? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, I sit down with Dr. Hamad Shirazi (D.C., M.S.Ed.)—chiropractor, educator, and wellness leader—who introduces a powerful reframe: pain as a teacher guiding you back into alignment. I met Dr. Shirazi in Belize on a priv
#174: The Spiritual Billionaire Code: Turning Vision Into Reality Through Alignment | Jocelyn Luko-Sandstrom
What does it really mean to become a Spiritual Billionaire? In this expansive and activating episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara sits down with global speaker and mentor Jocelyn Luko-Sandstrom, a visionary leader who helps high-performing individuals turn their deepest truths into lived abundance. The two first met on a retreat in Belize last month, where one powerful conversation quickly revealed
#173: The Law of Momentum: Why You're Stuck (and How to Break Free)
Momentum Isn't Motivation: It's a Universal Law Momentum isn't something you wait for, it's something you activate. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with leadership coach and author David Wilkinson to unpack the Law of Momentum and why so many high-achieving leaders still feel stuck, stalled, or one setback away from sliding backward. What if the reason yo
#172: Why Mindset Isn't Fixing Your Burnout and What Neuroscience Says Will | Dr. Susie Hansley
Why You Can't Think Your Way Out of Burnout—and How Biology Shows the Exit What if burnout isn't a personal failure… but a biological response doing exactly what it was designed to do? In this powerful episode, Dr. Susie Hansley, Ph.D. dismantles one of the most damaging myths in modern leadership and high performance: that stress means you're not resilient enough. Instead, she reveals a science
#171: Intention Over Outcomes: Why God Handles the Results (and We Don't Have To)
Do the Work, Release the Results: A Leadership Lesson in Faith and Integrity There's a revelation many leaders, creators, and high performers eventually come to—but often only after burnout, anxiety, or frustration sets in: We are responsible for intention and integrity. God is responsible for outcomes. In this solo episode, I share a recent personal reflection that reshaped how I approach leade
#170: AI Is Moving Faster Than Leadership—How to Lead Without Losing What Makes Us Human
Data, AI, and the Identity Crisis Facing Modern Leadership In this powerful, forward-thinking episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Michael Clark — esteemed strategist, author, and global advisor on artificial intelligence (AI), data, and emerging technologies. If you're a leader, innovator, creator, or change-maker today, you already know this: technology
#169: From CITGO to Caracas: Jose Pereira on Maduro's Capture and Venezuela's New Era
What happens when a nation stands at the edge of history? In this powerful return to GRASP Confidence, former CITGO Petroleum CEO Jose Pereira joins the conversation to unpack the capture of Nicolás Maduro and what this pivotal moment could mean for Venezuela, the United States, and the future of global leadership. Drawing from his experience leading one of the world's most critical energy organ
#168: When Success Outgrows Your Capacity to Hold It | Brent Perkins
What happens when your success outgrows your capacity to hold it? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Brent Perkins, former seven and eight-figure entrepreneur, two-time Inc. 5000 leader, author of Papercuts: The Art of Self-Delusion, and Fractional CEO for high-performing fathers. Brent's story is one many elite leaders quietly relate to: rapid growth, global in
#167: Bishop Kevin Foreman on Faith, Calling, and Becoming Who You're Meant to Be
Have you ever felt like you were made for more but your circumstances don't match your future? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Bishop Kevin Foreman—widely known as "The People's Bishop"—for a grounded, practical conversation on leadership, faith, discipline, and personal evolution. Bishop Foreman shares his journey from humble beginnings in Denver and the inn
#166: From Vision to 500 Million Books: Mark Victor Hansen on Confidence & Calling
The Belief That Built Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mark Victor Hansen on Confidence, Purpose, and Legacy What does it take to create a message that reaches hundreds of millions of people—and still stays rooted in purpose? In this powerful episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Mark Victor Hansen, co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, one of the most i
#165: Why Authenticity Is the Ultimate Advantage in the Age of AI | Harvey Castro, MD, MBA (5x TEDx Speaker)
Thought Leadership Isn't Claimed. It's Proven. In a world flooded with AI-generated content, polished prompts, and recycled ideas, authenticity has become the most valuable currency a speaker can offer. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Harvey Castro, MD, MBA — 5x TEDx Speaker, physician, entrepreneur, and AI thought leader to explore what it actually
#164: Come Off Mute: How Faith-Anchored Confidence Unlocks Women's Leadership With Dr. Rita Renee
What happens when women stop shrinking and finally use the voice God gave them? Too many women are leading quietly; minimizing their voice, second-guessing their authority, and staying hidden in spaces they were called to influence. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dr. Rita Renee, international speaker, author, leadership coach, and TEDx Raleigh 2025
#163: Spell-Casting & the Power of Words: How Language Shapes Reality
🌿 Belize Unlocked: A Three-Part Podcast Journey Recorded At Prana Maya Resort Just off the coast of southern Belize lies a place unlike anything else in the Caribbean; a private island where turquoise waters meet world-class wellness, elevated cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. Featured in Forbes as Belize's newest destination for luxury, privacy, and holistic renewal, Prana Maya Island Res
#162: Building Paradise: The Entrepreneurial Vision and Billionaire Business Advice
🌿 Belize Unlocked: A Three-Part Podcast Journey Recorded At Prana Maya Resort Just off the coast of southern Belize lies a place unlike anything else in the Caribbean; a private island where turquoise waters meet world-class wellness, elevated cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. Featured in Forbes as Belize's newest destination for luxury, privacy, and holistic renewal, Prana Maya Island Res
#161: Transformation Over Motivation: How To Navigate Change With Confidence Featuring Eric Pfeiffer and Dr. Grant Van Ulbrich
Transformation Over Motivation, How Leaders Navigate Change With Eric Pfeiffer & Dr. Grant Van Ulbrich Motivation fades. Transformation lasts. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with executive leadership coach Eric Pfeiffer and change leadership expert, Dr. Grant Van Ulbrich to explore why real leadership change doesn't come from hype, inspiration, or short-
#160: Integrative Wellness & Renewal at Prana Maya Resort In Belize
🌿 Belize Unlocked: A Three-Part Podcast Journey Recorded At Prana Maya Resort Just off the coast of southern Belize lies a place unlike anything else in the Caribbean; a private island where turquoise waters meet world-class wellness, elevated cuisine, and breathtaking natural beauty. Featured in Forbes as Belize's newest destination for luxury, privacy, and holistic renewal, Prana Maya Island Res
#159: So You Want to Become a TEDx Speaker? Nia Luckey Shares Her One Essential Red Dot Lesson
So You Want to Become a TEDx Speaker? Nia Luckey Shares Her One Essential Red Dot Lesson Becoming a TEDx speaker isn't about sounding impressive—it's about being understood. In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host and TEDx coach Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with TEDx speaker & Author, Nia Luckey to unpack the single most important lesson that helped Nia get accepted to TEDx on her very first app
#158: The Go-Giver Mindset: Championing Others for Unstoppable Success
What happens when you bring together three powerhouse leaders to talk about what the world needs most, people who champion others? In this special panel episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Bob Burg, Tammy Appleton, and Kathy Tagenel for a transformative conversation about belief, leadership, and the Go-Giver mindset. If you're a leader, entrepreneur, spe
#157: Emotional Anesthesia: How High Performers Disconnect (And How to Reconnect) With Stephanie Byerly, MD
The Trauma Behind the Drive High performers are celebrated for their discipline, resilience, and drive—but few talk about the emotional cost of constantly operating in survival mode. In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dr. Stephanie Byerly to expose a hidden crisis among leaders: emotional anesthesia—the quiet numbing that happens when unresolved trauma
#156: Wellness Mini-Series Part 3: Why Vitamin D Deficiency Triggers Seasonal Affective Disorder With Josh Rimany
Wellness Mini-Series: Why Vitamin D Is the Hidden Cause Behind Seasonal Affective Disorder With Co-Host Josh Rimany If you've been feeling tired, unmotivated, or emotionally heavy; especially during the fall and winter — this episode uncovers a powerful and often overlooked reason: vitamin D deficiency. Welcome to Part 3 of our Wellness Mini-Series with functional medicine expert and pharmacist
#155: Wellness Mini-Series Part 2: The Anti-Inflammatory Powerhouse Your Brain Is Missing With Josh Rimany
Wellness Mini-Series: Why Omega-3s Are the Key to Lower Stress & Less Inflammation With Co-Host Josh Rimany If you've been feeling inflamed, mentally foggy, or emotionally off, this episode uncovers a powerful — and often forgotten — solution: omega-3 fatty acids. Welcome to Part 2 of our Wellness Mini-Series with functional medicine expert and pharmacist Josh Rimany, founder of Beyond the Pills
#154: Wellness Mini-Series Part 1: Why Magnesium Could Be Your Anxiety Breakthrough
Wellness Mini-Series: Why Magnesium Could Be Your Anxiety Breakthrough With Co-Host Josh Rimany If you've been feeling anxious, restless, or mentally overloaded, this episode uncovers one of the most common and most underdiagnosed causes: magnesium deficiency. Welcome to Part 1 of our Wellness Mini-Series with functional medicine expert and pharmacist Josh Rimany, creator of the Wellness Made Simp
#153: How To Grow an Authentic Personal Brand: My Interview on the Get Authentic Podcast
What if the most powerful version of your brand is the one you've been hiding? In this special episode, Tara LaFon Gooch shares her interview featured on the Get Authentic with Marques Ogden podcast (Top 0.05% globally ranked podcast). In this conversation, Tara breaks open what it truly means to build an authentic personal brand rooted in purpose, calling, and confidence. Originally recorded for
#152: Success Reimagined: Redefining Achievement with Amna Shabbir, MD
Success isn't what you achieve, it's who you become. In this special episode, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with her TEDx coaching client and friend, Amna Shabbir, MD, for a raw and refreshing conversation on redefining success, expanding your brand with purpose, and the courage it takes to share your story with the world. This episode was originally aired on Amna's podcast and it was so powerful, s
#151: Confidence Without Borders: Communicating as a Global Leader With Victoria Rennoldson
Ever walked into a room or logged onto a global Zoom call and felt your voice shrink the moment you realised how many cultures, accents, and expectations were in the mix? You're not alone. In today's world, leaders can't just "speak up"; they have to lead across cultures with presence, clarity, and confidence. In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Victoria Rennolds
#150: Confidence Is a Choice: The Science Behind Self-Belief with Alyssa Dver
Confidence isn't a feeling, it's a choice you make. And once you understand the science behind it, everything in your life changes. In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Alyssa Dver, the world-renowned Confidence Expert, CEO and Co-founder of the American Confidence Institute (ACI), and Founder of the ERG Leadership Alliance. Together, they explore how confide
#149: Stop Living on Autopilot—Start Living with Intention with Andrea Lynn
Have you ever caught yourself moving through life on autopilot—doing all the "right" things, yet feeling completely disconnected from your purpose? You wake up, go through the motions, and wonder when life will finally feel alive again. In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Andrea Lynn — motivational speaker, thought leader, and host of th
#148: The Wrong Mentor Nearly Destroyed His Life—Here's How Daniel Wood Rebuilt Everything
What happens when the person you trust most to guide your success ends up leading you to lose everything? For Daniel Wood, that nightmare became reality. He lost his business, his marriage, and his home; all because he followed the wrong mentor. But out of that devastating experience came clarity, purpose, and a mission. Daniel didn't just rebuild his life—he rebuilt his entire approach to succes
#147: Lucky on Purpose: The Science of Intentional Success with Josée Madison
What if luck isn't random? What if "luck" was never about chance at all—but about choice? This week on GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Josée Madison, international speaker, retreat leader, and creator of the SMARTER Living™ framework, for an eye-opening conversation on the science of intentional success. A former jazz artist who faced addiction and a burnout-induced neurol
#146: Sales, Self-Development, and the Everyday Leader with Drew Norton
What if confidence wasn't something you had to find but something you could build, every single day? In this week's episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Drew Norton, better known as The Everyday Sales Leader — a dynamic self-development coach, sales consultant, and co-host of The Everyday Leader Podcast. With a background spanning sales, hiring, recruiting, and leade
#145: Energy, Alignment, and the Confidence to Create Your Reality
Own Your Apostrophe: Energy, Alignment, and the Confidence to Create Your Reality In this transformative episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Priya Rani—a powerhouse speaker, strategist, and founder of Social Apostrophe Inc., a multidimensional branding and marketing firm dedicated to helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs and leaders rise above the noise with clarity, creat
#144: The Crash That Changed Everything: How Belief and Forgiveness Became Dean Otto's Superpower
What if your entire life...your success, your goals, your identity changed in one single moment? For Dean Otto, that moment came without warning. One minute, he was at the top of his game; leading global sales accounts for world-class brands like Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount Global, and McDonald's. He was a corporate powerhouse, known for his drive, his results, and his ability to lead high
#143: Faith, Focus, and Vision: Dr. Dave Jones on How Mental Toughness and Values Drive Success in Sports, Business, and Life
What if success in life, business, and sports wasn't about chasing quick wins, but about anchoring yourself in vision, faith, and resilience? Too often, leaders and athletes alike search for confidence in the wrong places; chasing trends, relying on surface strategies, or waiting for external validation. But today's guest, Dave Jones, has lived proof that lasting confidence and leadership are bu
#142: Upgrade Your Leadership: Confidence, Trust, and Becoming a Leader Worth Following With Eric Pfeiffer
What if leadership isn't about titles, authority, or control but about upgrading the very system that powers everything you do? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Eric Pfeiffer, author of Upgrade Your Leadership: 8 Foundational Tools to Overcome Drama, Build Trust, and Thrive Under Pressure. Eric believes that most leaders aren't failing because of a lack of int
#141: Made in His Image: How God Fills Us With Purpose
Have you ever felt like you were going through the motions...busy, achieving, and striving, yet still feeling empty inside? It's a tension so many of us live with: the sense that we were created for more, but somehow we're missing the connection that brings life into focus. In this solo episode, I dive into a powerful image that will forever reshape the way you see purpose. Imagine a glove. On i
#140: Three Divorces, Countless Lessons: Beth Fisher on Relationships, Faith, and Leadership
What if your hardest failures weren't the end of your story, but the very steppingstones to becoming the leader, partner, and person God designed you to be? For Beth Fisher, a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience, that question isn't theoretical; it's lived reality. She's not just a woman with an impressive résumé, she's a woman who's walked through heartbreak, picked herself back up
#139: From Corporate Giant to Purpose-Driven Leader: Ahmet Bozer, Former President of Coca-Cola
What does it take to lead one of the most iconic brands in the world across more than 200 countries and still remain grounded in purpose? In this captivating episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Ahmet Bozer, former President of Coca-Cola International, who rose through the ranks over a three-decade career to become one of the most influential business leaders of our
#138: 📞 The Confidence Hotline: Your Questions Answered
What if you could pick up the phone, call a hotline, and ask anything you wanted about confidence? No scripts, no judgment, just a safe space to get answers to the questions that keep you up at night or stop you from showing up fully in your life. That's the idea behind today's special episode of GRASP Confidence. In this solo show, I'm opening up the "Confidence Hotline" and answering real, rel
#137: Deprescribing for a Healthier Future: A Conversation with Josh Rimany, Host of Beyond The Pills Podcast
The Beyond the Pills Movement: Reclaiming Health and Confidence with Josh Rimany On today's episode of GRASP Confidence, we shine a light on a voice that is challenging the very foundation of modern healthcare. My guest, Josh Rimany, known as the Modern-Day Medicine Man, is a nationally recognized pharmacist, speaker, and founder of the Beyond the Pills movement. With decades of experience behin
#136: From Calling to Confidence: A Mother-Daughter Journey of Faith and Purpose with Kelley & Taylor Tyan
What does it take to transform life's greatest battles into victories of faith, confidence, and purpose? In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Kelley Tyan, keynote speaker, breast cancer survivor, 4x National Bikini Champion, and 2x bestselling author of Addicted to the Climb and The ONE Prayer, along with her daughter Taylor Tyan, co-host of the top-rated podca
#135: From Backpacking Africa to Building a Global Company with Confidence
What if the confidence to take one bold step could launch a global movement? That's exactly what happened when Valerie Bowden decided to follow her calling and build CRDLE herself. What started as a one-way ticket to Africa turned into a decade-long journey across the continent, reshaping her view of business, impact, and leadership. Today, Valerie is an award-winning outsourcing pioneer, recogn
#134: The Boutique Solution Helping 10,000+ Entrepreneurs Thrive With Lesley Pyle, CEO of HireMyMom.com
Why Smart Entrepreneurs Are Hiring Moms (and Growing Faster) What if the key to unlocking your business growth isn't found in another marketing hack or expensive hire; but in the confidence and untapped talent of moms ready to re-enter the workforce? With over 5.4 million mothers having paused their careers to raise children, there's a massive wave of skilled, educated, and motivated women read
#133: What If Confidence in Your Financial Future Means Breaking the Rules?
Can You Have True Confidence in a Broken Retirement System? Most people are following the same wealth-building advice they've heard for decades — work hard, save in your 401(k), and hope it's enough for retirement. But what if everything you've been told is wrong? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Bill Fairman — co-founder of Carolina Capital Management an
#132: Be the Ferrari: Why You're Not for Everyone and That's Your Superpower
What if you stopped trying to be everything to everyone and started owning your lane like a Ferrari on the open road? On this episode of GRASP Confidence, we welcome the unstoppable Princess Paula, a keynote speaker, networking strategist, and digital marketing powerhouse who has spent over 20 years helping businesses, nonprofits, and organizations accelerate their impact. Through her signature
#131: Publishing with Purpose: How Liza Marie Garcia Helps Leaders Share Their Legacy
Thinking About Writing Your Story? Here's How to Publish with Purpose What happens when a pioneering tech CEO, now a 6X author and faith-driven entrepreneur, steps boldly into a publishing empire rooted in purpose? You get Liza Marie Garcia whose remarkable story from software engineer to global changemaker will leave you inspired and re-centered in your own divine calling. In this transformatio
#130: Success Without Fulfillment? The Coaching Shift You Didn't Know You Needed with Gary Nowak
How Clarity, Curiosity, and Coaching Unlock Your Next Chapter What happens when a high-achieving consultant with global experience realizes that success on paper doesn't equal fulfillment? In this deeply reflective and refreshingly honest conversation, executive coach and former Big 4 partner Gary Nowak sits down with Tara to explore what it really takes to transition from achievement to alignmen
#129: What If Your Childhood Is Still Leading You? Healing the Roots to Transform Your Future With Dr. Uejin Kim
Have you ever felt stuck in patterns you can't explain—reacting, retreating, or second-guessing yourself in your relationships, career, or even parenting? What if the root of your adult struggles isn't a lack of skill or willpower… but unmet needs from childhood quietly directing your life? In this transformative episode of GRASP Confidence, I sit down with the deeply wise and soul-grounded Dr.
#128: Feeling Stuck? How Kristine Steinberg Helps Leaders Break Through with Clarity and Courage
What if feeling stuck was actually the starting point of your greatest transformation? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Kristine Steinberg, visionary executive coach and founder of Kismet, whose bold, behavioral coaching approach has helped shape leaders at Microsoft, Bain, Chanel, LinkedIn, and beyond. For over 23 years, Kristine has worked with CEOs, ex
#127: From Near Death to New Life: Mindy McManus on Surrender and Spiritual Strength
What if the moment that nearly took your life was the one that finally gave it back? In this deeply inspiring episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch welcomes Mindy McManus, M.Ed., PCC—a Christian executive coach, former Mayo Clinic professor, and the powerhouse behind Mindy's Executive Coaching. With over 19 years of experience developing emotionally intelligent, mission-driven leaders
#126: From Pro Football to Rock Bottom: What Marques Ogden Discovered in the Eye of the Storm
What happens when the spotlight fades, the money disappears, and you're left facing the storm alone? What happens when everything you've built comes crashing down—and you're left with nothing but your faith and the will to survive? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Marques Ogden—former NFL offensive lineman, 8-figure entrepreneur, 5X bestselling author, international
#125: From Kitchen Table to Global Empire: How Jacine Greenwood is Disrupting the Beauty Industry with Confidence and Innovation
What does it take to go from mixing skincare products at your kitchen table to running a multimillion-dollar global brand? In this episode of GRASP Confidence, Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Jacine Greenwood, the visionary founder and CEO of Roccoco Botanicals—the fastest-growing beauty company in the Asia Pacific and the only Australian brand to receive the prestigious Alle' Award for cosmetic
#124: The 'I' of the Storm: Ego, Chaos, and the Path to Calling
🎙️ He Was Called Trash and a Loser, Now He Fights with God-Given Confidence and Purpose This is one of the most meaningful conversations I've ever had on GRASP Confidence, because today's guest isn't just a storyteller with an incredible testimony—he is a very dear friend of mine. David Mulldune's journey is raw, unfiltered, and heartbreakingly real. He grew up in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, labeled "
#123: Lonely in a Connected World? Dr. Lindsay Frey on Healing and Global Wellness
We live in a world that's more connected than ever, yet so many of us feel isolated, anxious, and deeply alone. In this compelling episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Dr. Lindsay Frey, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and founder of Finding Hope Wellness Center in Florida. Dr. Frey has dedicated her career to helping children, tee
#122: Building a Global Brand with Bold Confidence — How Besnik Vrellaku Scaled Salesflow.io to 10,000+ Users
What does it really take to build a company that impacts thousands and do it with confidence, clarity, and vision? In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Besnik Vrellaku, the founder and CEO of Salesflow.io—a breakthrough Go-To-Market platform transforming how B2B companies generate leads and scale with intention. Besnik's entrepreneurial journey didn'
#121: Becoming Unstoppable: Resilient Leadership, Faith, and Confidence with Patrick Mork
What if everything you built—the title, the business, the success—left you feeling more empty than empowered? Despite reaching the top of his game as the former CMO of Google Play, a 3x Silicon Valley startup executive, and a bestselling author, Patrick Mork faced the kind of internal collapse no resume could cover. Behind the accolades and ambition, he hit a breaking point that forced him to co
#120: Faith-Based Strategies to Lead, Overcome, and Thrive in Business With Melissa D. Whitaker
Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right but still feel stuck, unseen, or like God has gone quiet? You're leading the business, following the plan, showing up strong... yet deep down, you're battling doubt, exhaustion, and a quiet ache for something more aligned, more fulfilling, and more divinely led. You're not alone and you're not off track. In this deeply honest and empowering ep
#119: Entrepreneurship Is the Mirror That Reflects Who You Really Are
What if the greatest personal development path wasn't in a book or course—but in the bold decision to build something from your soul? Keocha (K.) LaFleur-Anders is not just a serial entrepreneur—she's a creative force, a TEDx curator, and a visionary leader using media and storytelling to create lasting impact. As the founder of Coffee Milk Media, a social impact strategy and storytelling agency
#118: How to Reignite Your Spark: Break Free and Lead Boldly With Claudia Wyatt
Stuck in Your Head? Here's How to Break Free and Lead Boldly Do you ever feel like you're stuck in your own head—questioning your worth, second-guessing your next move, or waiting for permission to rise? In this powerful episode of GRASP Confidence, host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with transformational leader and international speaker Claudia Wyatt, also known as The Enthusiasm Ignitor and Self-
#117: From Burnout to Bold Faith: Michael Price on Redefining Leadership and Success
From Burnout to Bold Faith: Michael Price on Redefining Leadership and Success What do you do when your success is costing you your soul? In this powerful episode of the GRASP Confidence podcast, I sit down with Michael Price, a respected corporate executive and the newly appointed President of C-Suite for Christ Charlotte chapter. Michael's story isn't just about corporate leadership; it's abo
#116: The Transformative Power of Gratitude: From Pain to Purpose with Valeriya Hjertenaes
The Transformative Power of Gratitude: From Pain to Purpose with Valeriya Hjertenaes What if the very thing that broke you became the catalyst that built you? In this powerful and deeply personal episode of GRASP Confidence, I sit down with Valeriya Hjertenaes, a courageous scholar and rising thought leader whose journey proves that gratitude can be the bridge between pain and purpose. Born and ra
#115: The Mission Within: From Covert Operations to Conscious Leadership with Ido Kalev
The Mission Within: From Covert Operations to Conscious Leadership with Ido Kalev What if true leadership wasn't defined by your title, but by your ability to stay grounded when the world shakes? What if the confidence you seek doesn't come from proving but from pausing? Today's guest knows what it means to lead under fire, literally and figuratively. Meet Ido Kalev, a former elite Israeli secu
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