Grounded Confidence
Grounded Confidence Podcast is hosted by Coco Duan, a Fortune 500 executive turned Life and Leadership Coach who transformed her own life by building Grounded Confidence.
She empowers Successful yet Self-Doubting Women leaders to embrace their true selves, act with courage, and become unstoppable in achieving their goals.
In her weekly show, Coco offers eye-opening guidance, practical tips, and inspiration on how to use 7C framework to build your Grounded Confidence:
- Connecting with yourself
- Clarifying your definition of success
- Creating your tribe
- Championing your strengths
- Committing to aligned action
- Celebrating every win along the way, big and small
- Cultivate resilience
Coco has over 20 years of experience in corporate leadership. She has helped dozens of Asian women leaders worldwide build their Grounded Confidence to become an unshakable Force of Nature!
Learn more about her "Build Your Grounded Confidence" VIP Coaching Program to become unstoppable in achieving your goals: https://www.cocoduancoaching.com/vip-coaching.
Episodes
33 episodes
From Boss to Dear Friend: A Journey of Leadership, Healing, and Transformation
In this special episode, I sit down with my former boss turned dear friend Carmela—a woman who deeply shaped my journey as both a leader and a human. We reflect on the moments that made our bond so meaningful and how her heart-centered leadersh...
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Episode 32
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31: 3 Steps to Break the Perfection Trap
If you’ve ever spent hours tweaking one email… or rehearsed your presentation a dozen times and still felt “not ready”… or said no to an amazing opportunity because you didn’t feel perfect yet—this episode is for you.In this deeply perso...
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Episode 31
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35:55
30: 10 Common Pitfalls of Processing Your Emotions (And How to Avoid Them)
In this episode, I walk you through 10 common mistakes I see people make when learning how to process emotions. From overthinking instead of feeling, to using toxic positivity or numbing with busyness, these patterns can quietly sabotage your e...
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Episode 30
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21:55
29: 4-Steps to Feel and Process Your Emotions
Most of us were never taught how to feel our emotions—let alone process them in a healthy, grounded way. In this episode, I walk you through a powerful 4-step method I use for myself and with my clients to help you shift from ...
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Episode 29
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27:21
28: The Power of Asking for Help
Have you ever struggled to ask for help? You’re not alone. In this episode, I open up about my own journey—from growing up fiercely independent to realizing that strength isn’t about doing everything alone. I share personal stories,...
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Episode 28
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27: Two Powerful Tools To Rewire Your Confidence From The Inside Out
Have you ever felt like your success was just luck? Like anyone could have done what you did? You're not alone. As high-achieving women, we often minimize our accomplishments, dismiss our strengths, and undermine our confidence—with...
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Episode 27
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23:25
26: What Writing My Book Taught Me: 9 Life Lessons
I’m thrilled to share some exciting news—my book is coming in November 2025! In this episode of Grounded Confidence, I reflect on my writing journey and the nine life lessons I’ve learned along the way—lessons that go far beyond book w...
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Episode 26
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32:20
25: Are You Coping Or Regulating?
In this episode of the Grounded Confidence podcast, I dive into the importance of healthy emotional regulation and how it can transform your life, bringing more energy, joy, and peace. I share a simple yet powerful tool to help you mov...
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Episode 25
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11:30
24: Who Is In Your Corner?
In this episode, I share my personal journey of writing my first book and how challenging yet rewarding the process has been. I talk about the transformative power of having someone in my corner, like my book editor and coach, Shan...
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Episode 24
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9:30
23: Debunking 9 Misceptions About Emotions
In this episode, I dive into the critical role that emotions play in our personal and professional growth. Growing up in a family and cultural environment that dismissed emotions, and later navigating a corporate world that valued intellect ove...
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Episode 23
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25:50
22: Inspired Action: Turning Dreams into Reality with Dr. Tanya Raquel (Performance & Executive Coach)
In this conversation, Dr. Tanya Raquel and I explore the transformative journey of moving from a high-achieving, work-focused, and performance-driven life to one filled with mindfulness, self-love, and fulfillment. Tanya shares her...
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Episode 22
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21: Design Your Best Year Yet: How to Set Goals You’ll Actually Achieve
Happy New Year! 🎉 I’m kicking off 2025 with excitement and big plans, and in this episode, I’m sharing how to make this your best year yet. I’ll walk you through my 4-step approach to goal setting and the 7 mindsets th...
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Episode 21
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26:12
20: The One Habit That Guarantees Success in 2025
Ready to make 2025 your year of unstoppable success? In this episode, I’m sharing the one habit that guarantees your success—consistency. I’ll break down nine practical strategies to help you cultivate this game-changing habit, fro...
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Episode 20
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23:19
19: Two Powerful Questions to Reflect and Celebrate Your 2024
Year-end reflection and celebration are rituals I hold close to my heart—and for good reason. In this episode, I share the two simple yet powerful questions I ask myself (and my clients) every year to spark growth, gain clarity, and build momen...
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Episode 19
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13:05
18: What Does It Really Mean To Be Rich?
What does it really mean to be rich? I once thought it was all about money, success, and luxury. Growing up poor in China, I believed financial wealth would solve everything. But after achieving material success, I found myself emotionally bank...
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Episode 18
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9:44
17: 3 Keys to Accelerate Your Transformation
In this episode, I’m sharing the three transformative elements that jump-started my transformation journey. It was like flipping a light switch from night to day. Allowing myself to feel my emotions.Stopped hoping that...
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Episode 17
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15:29
16: 6 Tips To Rebuild Your Tribe
In this episode, I reflect on the transformative power of building a tribe and share my personal journey from feeling profoundly lonely to creating a life full of meaningful connections. From close friendships forged in New York City to rebuild...
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Episode 17
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15: From Resentful To Grateful
In this heartfelt episode, I reflect on the journey of healing and gratitude through the lens of my relationship with my dad, who is currently battling dementia. I share a pivotal moment in my teenage years when his unwavering belief in me igni...
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Episode 16
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18:03
14: Embrace Mindfulness: Transforming Your Life One Breath at a Time with Leticia Escamilla
I have a special guest today - Leticia Escamilla, a meditation teacher, mindfulness mentor, and transformational speaker. In our conversation, Leticia and I explore the transformative power of mindfulness and self-awareness.
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Episode 15
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37:06
13: What's Your Definition Of Success?
Have you ever wondered if your definition of success is really yours—or if it’s been shaped by family, culture, or what others expect? In this episode, I’ll take you through my journey from living by my mom’s idea of success to fin...
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Episode 13
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21:25
12: From Dull To Radiant
In this episode, I dive into the powerful connection between how you live, look, and feel, revealing how your physical state directly impacts your grounded confidence.Today, I’m sharing my journey of physical transformation to show how b...
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Episode 13
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12:46
11: To Quit Or Not To Quit
"Have you ever been told not to be a quitter? That mentality kept me stuck in things that no longer served me for way too long. It used to be so hard for me to let go, to the point where I stayed in a soul-sucking corporate career for 20 years,...
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Episode 12
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