Imagine…walking into any room so confident, nothing — and no one — could shake you.

That’s exactly what the Ignite Your Confidence Podcast is all about.

A powerful mix of strategies and inspiring conversations to activate your courage, fuel your voice, and push you to ask for what you want.
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Karen

Karen delivers the tools leaders need to overcome fear, break through self-doubt, and ask without hesitation.

You’re just one episode away from the mindset shift, clarity, and confidence you’ve been waiting for.

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Proven Frameworks & Strategies
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Karen Laos
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“The most compelling women's leadership podcast that I have listened to. Best of all, Karen provides communication tips and takeaways that can be implemented immediately.”

– Peppy B.

“Karen is passionate about helping women find and use their voices to lead from a place of confidence. Such great, doable steps to overcome the doubt and stop the hesitancy!”

– Chelsea L.

“Karen is such a motivating force! Listening to her podcast empowers and encourages me. Karen brings a great combination of leadership insights and best-friend-vibes!”

– Becca H.

Listen to Recent Episodes

episode 173
episode 173

3 Steps to Convert Self-Doubt into Strategic Momentum

Self-doubt isn’t something to eliminate—it’s something to use. In this episode, Karen shares how high-performing leaders turn doubt into forward movement by breaking it down and taking intentional action.

episode 173
episode 173

The Power of Possibility: Expanding What You Believe Is Available to You

What if the real limitation isn’t your ability—but what you believe is possible?

In this episode of Ignite Your Confidence, Karen explores how expanding your sense of possibility transforms the way you think, speak, and lead. Many high-achieving professionals unknowingly operate within self-imposed limits that shape their decisions and hold them back from bigger opportunities.

You’ll learn how to shift out of default thinking, speak with greater authority, and open new pathways for growth, influence, and impact.

episode 173
episode 173

The Language Shift That Instantly Elevates Your Presence

The words you choose shape more than your message—they shape your confidence, influence, and leadership presence.

In this episode, Karen explores how positive language strengthens communication and leadership impact. Many accomplished professionals unintentionally weaken their message by focusing on problems, hesitation, or what could go wrong.

You’ll learn simple shifts to speak toward outcomes, replace problem-focused language with solutions, and build stronger self-trust through the words you use every day—elevating both your executive presence and leadership communication.

episode 173
episode 173

Self-Trust: The Secret to Commanding Any Room

You can be experienced, prepared, and highly capable—and still find yourself second-guessing your decisions, replaying conversations, or looking to others for validation. In this episode, we unpack what self-trust really is, why so many accomplished leaders struggle with it, and how it directly impacts your executive presence and influence. You’ll learn practical shifts to strengthen self-trust so you show up with calm certainty, clear thinking, and authority.

episode 173
episode 173

Why Smart Women Still Shrink in High-Stakes Rooms and How to Stop

You can be smart, experienced, and successful—and still find yourself shrinking in high-stakes conversations. In this episode, we unpack why this happens to so many accomplished women and why it has little to do with competence. You’ll learn the subtle communication habits that quietly give away authority—and practical shifts you can use immediately to show up with calm certainty, clarity, and presence when it matters most.

episode 173
episode 173

What Confident Leaders Do Before They Speak

In this episode, Karen shares 6 tips on what confident leaders do before they speak and how you can, too. These are things to do before even walking in the room to present or have a conversation.

episode 173
episode 173

How to Speak up for Yourself in Tense Moments

In this episode, Karen shares practical, real-world phrases and mindset shifts to help you hold your ground in conversations, redirect when needed, and communicate with calm confidence — without being confrontational or shutting others down. You’ll learn how to protect your time, set boundaries gracefully, and stay grounded even when dealing with over-talkers, poor listeners, or conversations that go off the rails.

episode 173
episode 173

Create Your Best Year Yet: 2026

Inspired by the book Your Best Year Yet by Jinny Ditzler, join me as I walk through 10 questions to help you reflect back on 2025 and look ahead to 2026, starting with celebrating! And ending with a letter to yourself, written as if it’s December 2026. *** Note: this is a replay from 2024 so that’s why I’m referencing different years – the info is still solid!

episode 173
episode 173

5 Micro-Behaviors That Instantly Boost Your Credibility

Before you say a single word, your presence has already started communicating for you. And the truth is, credibility isn’t built in big, dramatic moments, it’s built in the tiny, everyday behaviors most people never even notice. Try these five to see your credibility soar!

episode 173
episode 173

 Grant Yourself Permission – Stop Waiting

In this episode, you’ll get five simple but game-changing strategies to help you stop waiting for permission and start taking your seat at the table. You’ll learn how to replace permission-seeking with clear declarations, tap into your past wins to fuel self-trust, set boundaries that support your decisions, and take small daily risks that build confidence and unstoppable momentum.

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