Show Up Confident: The Blog by Michele Charles Gustafson

The Truth About "Building Your Brand"

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Everyone says:

“Build your brand!”

“Be an Influencer.”

“Captivate your audience.”

"Tell your story."

You've probably heard all of these and more about how to build your personal brand influence and visibility. Seriously, am I right?

It's mostly well-meaning but too generic and short-sighted.

While there is some truth to having to put yourself and...

How To Find Lasting Body Love [VIDEO]

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The week my clients go through their Body Confidence module is a huge one.

It ALWAYS brings forward so many feelings about change, transition and self-acceptance. So as the new ladies learn the connection between what they feel about their body and their power to own their voices, I support them through the wave of emotion that often comes up.

We are women, which...

Women Change The World With Their Confidence [Podcast]

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It's been a while since I met you all on the 'cast. It simply took some inspiration about the importance and urgency of women owning their confidence to bring me back so I could share a poem.

We'll see where releasing this short episode takes me next.

The world feels upside down and the only thing that sets it right in my opinion is women who are confident enough to do...

Wear A Dress & Change Your Self-Belief

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Dresses can change how much you believe in yourself! It's true! Research shows that how you think you look in your clothing is tied to how you take on your day. If you know your best dress, you will know you look great!

Here's why the science goes with the "dressing" (see what I did there ):

The right dress will flatter all 16 measurements and proportions of your body that make...

Turn The Chore Of Dressing Into A Joy

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The first winter after we moved into our home, I hated to shovel the snow.

It was a chore.

I would reluctantly head out to the driveway and corner sidewalk each time the white stuff fell, and I'd dig my shovel in like it was an unwanted task.

That was until I learned to apply what I teach about shifting perspective in one's closet to shifting my perspective for shoveling...

Creating A Dream Life: A 2021 Reflection

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My husband has repeatedly told me to stop calling myself an image consultant. He demands, "You're a life coach. You do it in a way no one else can."

My clients have even told me, "You show us to do the inside work and then make the outside work." Thanks, Vette.

Here's why I bring this up:

Twenty-twenty-one taught me to own this definition fully because it was the key to achieving my own dream....

Manifest New Year Possibilities 2022 | CTV Your Morning

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At the turn of a new year, it's natural to think about what you want to create next. I share how to approach your new year with a beginner's guide to manifesting your dreams with crystal clear intention and a magnetically optimistic feeling. Watch the segment with Sonia here:

Start now with the limited-time Confident Intentions Planner. CLICK HERE to...

3 Things You Need To Shift Your Confidence [VIDEO]

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To build confidence to stand out, you need a strategy (not just tips)!

I've lined up 3 keys to any confidence-building strategy and the really cool way to match them with your personal brand image helps you feel great when you look in the mirror and feel fearless to take on your day!

Also! I have a quick "homework" exercise you can do to see exactly what's possible!

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How to Crush Imposter Syndrome & Show Up Confident with Victoria | Podcast Interview

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Excellent achievers can come up against a familiar feeling: not feeling like you belong in the success you've created.

Some believe it comes as "imposter syndrome." I think it comes from something else.
In this guest podcast appearance, I sit down with Victoria from BrandWell Design and share what I know after working with 1000s of women who have these...

About Your Confidence Right Now [PODCAST]

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Today I have something to share passionately. Listen why I say 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙡𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜.

And find out what to do about it to make it stick in a time when we've all experienced so much change that it's hard to keep up. No more real lead-up is needed. Just go ahead and listen and let me guide you into a different way of thinking about your confidence right now. Watch or Listen.

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