Confident Leadership. In Colour.

What kind of meeting place do you create around you?

In this special re-introduction episode, Hanna Zaxmy reflects on a simple Swedish road sign that became a powerful leadership metaphor. Along the way, she shares more about her own journey, why she created Confident Leadership. In Colour., the story behind the Leadership Palette, and how self-leadership shapes the way we lead others. Based on the episode transcript.

Whether you're a new listener or have been walking this journey for a while, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect and strengthen your confidence as a leader.

Chapters00:00 Welcome to the Meeting Place
01:03 The Swedish "Mötesplats" Road Sign
02:12 What Kind of Meeting Place Do We Create?
03:31 Leadership Is the Atmosphere We Create
04:15 Meet Hanna Zaxmy
05:54 Leadership Lessons from Church Life
07:16 Why Leadership Is Not Black and White
08:27 Why "In Colour"?
09:29 Your Leadership Palette
10:53 Why This Podcast Exists
11:39 Leadership, Faith and Life Journey
12:08 Bringing Out the God-Colours
12:51 The CONFIDENT Framework Overview
13:47 What You Can Expect From This Podcast
14:27 Is This Podcast For You?
15:15 Reflection Questions
16:00 A Meeting Place Along the Road
17:16 Be Confident. Be You.

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What if you’ve been climbing the right ladder… but it’s leaning against the wrong wall?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy reflects on one year of podcasting — with nearly 250,000 streams — and shares a powerful perspective on growth, direction, and self-leadership.

Through the metaphor of the ladder and the attic, you’re invited to explore what it really means to grow — not by finding the “perfect path”, but by staying connected to your direction as it evolves.

This episode is for you if you:

• Feel stuck or uncertain about your next step
• Are navigating change in your career or leadership
• Want to lead yourself with more clarity, confidence, and courage
• Why consistency matters more than motivation
• How to recognise when something no longer feels aligned
• A new way to think about growth beyond right or wrong decisions
• The role of longing as a guide in life and leadership
• How your experiences come together over time to shape your direction

Where is your ladder placed right now — and what is calling you to explore next?

Confident Leadership. In Colour. is a leadership podcast for thoughtful, high-performing leaders who want to grow with clarity, courage, and authenticity. Each episode blends personal stories, coaching insights, and practical reflections to support you in leading yourself — and others — with confidence.

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What are you carrying into your next chapter… and is it actually helping you move forward?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy explores self-leadership in times of change — and how to consciously choose what you bring with you when life shifts.

Because whether you are stepping into something new… or navigating a change you didn’t choose…
you don’t have to carry everything with you.

Through a personal story and a simple, powerful reflection, you’ll be guided to sort what you are holding onto — in your relationships, your mindset, and within yourself — so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and intention.

⏱️ Chapters✨ In this episode, you’ll explore:

00:00 Introduction – A Door You Can Feel But Not Yet See
00:33 Moving Closer – Sensing the Next Step
01:31 The Moving Metaphor – What Do You Bring With You?
02:13 Self-Leadership in Change – More Than Just Moving
02:24 What Are You Carrying Forward?
02:50 What You Carry By Default
03:04 When Change Isn’t Your Choice
03:27 A Simple Way to Sort What You Carry
03:43 The 3 Words: Thank You, Help, Forgive
04:08 Relationships – Who Do You Appreciate?
04:56 Asking for Support – Where Do You Need Help?
05:20 Letting Go – The Power of Forgiveness
06:01 Carrying Things for Years – A Personal Story
06:40 Turning Inward – Forgiving Yourself
07:06 Carry the Learning, Not the Weight
07:19 What Support Do You Need Going Forward?
07:42 What Are You Proud Of?
08:16 Creating Space for Growth
08:33 You Don’t Need to Carry Everything
08:42 You Get to Choose
08:50 Reflection & Closing

💡 Reflection to take with you:

• Self-leadership during change and transition
• What you may be carrying by default — without realising it
• How to let go of emotional weight and move forward with more clarity
• The difference between conscious choices and automatic patterns
• A simple reflection using: Thank you, Help, Forgive

What are you choosing to carry forward?
And what are you ready to leave behind?

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What if one of the most important leadership skills isn’t taking control — but learning when to let go?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., leadership coach Hanna Zaxmy explores a powerful leadership lesson about trust, delegation, and developing confident teams.

Using the simple but revealing experience of sitting in the passenger seat while someone else learns to drive, Hanna reflects on a leadership dynamic many managers recognise: the instinct to step in and take over when something feels uncertain.

But real growth rarely happens when the leader grabs the wheel.

Instead, leadership is about creating the conditions where other people can learn, practise, make decisions, and build confidence over time.

This episode invites you to reflect on your own leadership and consider where stepping back slightly might actually allow others to step forward.

Because good leaders don’t create passengers.

They create more drivers.

• Why letting go of control is a key leadership skill
• How delegation helps teams build confidence and competence
• Why leaders sometimes intervene too quickly
• The difference between controlling outcomes and developing capability
• How to create space for learning and growth in your team

Who are you becoming — beyond your title or role?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., leadership coach Hanna Zaxmy reflects on identity, personal growth and self-leadership. Through a personal story about preparing for something she has never done before, she explores how identity shapes our choices, our leadership and the direction of our lives.

You’ll hear reflections on:
• Identity beyond roles and titles
• The “change pyramid” and how identity influences behaviour
• The quiet process of personal growth and becoming
• A powerful question to help you understand your own identity

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When something feels uncomfortable or uncertain, it’s easy to zoom in on the moment and overthink every detail. But what if confidence grows when we zoom out instead?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy explores how shifting perspective can reduce self-doubt and help you take action even when things feel awkward or uncertain.

Through personal stories and reflections, you’ll discover how the “zoom out” mindset can make difficult moments feel lighter — and help you strengthen your confidence over time.

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How do you stay grounded when the world feels unstable?

In uncertain times — shaped by economic shifts, political tension, war, or constant news exposure — it’s easy to carry more than is actually yours. That quiet over-responsibility drains energy, increases anxiety, and eventually leads to burnout.

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., I share the 3 Circles of Control framework — a simple but powerful leadership tool to help you focus on what you can control, release what you cannot, and lead sustainably even when the world feels heavy.

We explore:

(00:00) Finding Peace in an Unstable World
(01:14) When the World Feels Heavy – Leadership & Mental Energy
(02:50) The Hidden Anxiety Behind Global Uncertainty
(03:41) The 3 Circles of Control Framework Explained
(04:24) My Business vs Other People’s Business
(04:59) God’s Business – Letting Go of What You Can’t Control
(05:55) When News Feeds Fear
(07:06) The Burnout Line: Carrying What Isn’t Yours
(07:44) Faith as Release – Not Escape
(08:38) A Simple 3-Step Reflection Practice
(09:49) Carry What’s Yours. Release the Rest.

You’ll walk away with clarity around:

• What you truly control

• Where burnout begins

• How to protect your mental bandwidth

• A practical reflection practice you can use immediately

Leadership isn’t about carrying everything.
It’s about carrying your part — and releasing the rest.

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Changing jobs is more than accepting a new offer.

It’s a shift in identity, expectations, culture — and often in how you lead yourself.

In Part 2 of my conversation with Linda Lenox, we explore career change as a real change process. Before you say yes to a new role, there are questions that can protect you from repeating the same patterns in a different organisation.

In this episode, we explore:(00:00) Why changing jobs is a real change process
(02:00) Understanding your true reason for leaving
(03:45) Interviewing the company — not just being interviewed
(06:30) Defining success: 30-60-90 day clarity
(09:00) Company culture and values — real or just words?
(12:30) The honeymoon phase after a job change
(14:00) When the pattern you’re escaping might be your own
(16:30) Boundaries, over-functioning and self-leadership
(18:40) Identity, instinct and long-term career decisions
(20:00) Reflection questions before saying yes

If you’re considering a career move — or already navigating one — this episode will help you pause, reflect, and choose more consciously.

And if you want practical tools to strengthen your self-leadership in times of transition. Here is more info about my upcoming membership and articles Linda has written.

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Leading change isn’t just about frameworks, strategy or project plans.
It begins with a more uncomfortable question:

Is the organisation truly ready for change?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., I’m joined by returning guest Linda Lenox as we explore what really determines whether organisational change succeeds — or quietly fails.

Many change initiatives don’t break down because of poor methodology. They fail because the people involved are not fully ready, aligned or supported.

We talk about:

(00:00) Are Organisations Truly Ready for Change?
(01:32) Why Change Fails: It’s About People, Not Plans
(04:33) “Everyone Should Change… Just Not Me”
(06:06) Identity Shift, Authority & Resistance
(07:11) Outsourcing & Extreme Organisational Change
(09:29) Interviewing the Employer Before You Say Yes
(11:23) The GPS Metaphor: Who Sets the Destination?
(12:33) When Senior Leaders Disengage
(14:43) What a Strong Change Setup Looks Like
(16:03) Red Flags: Vague Vision, No Budget, No Authority
(19:20) What Does Success Actually Look Like?
(21:33) Why 60–70% of Change Projects Fail
(23:00) Technical Success vs Real Business Success
(24:01) Doing Change For the Business — Not To IT
(26:06) IT as an Enabler of Business Transformation
(27:33) Final Reflection: Is This Change Real?

If you are stepping into a new role, being hired as a change agent, or leading transformation internally, this conversation will help you ask better questions — and protect both your credibility and your energy.

What does success really mean — for you?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy invites you into a calm, reflective conversation about redefining success in life and leadership. Beyond titles, money, performance, or external validation, this episode explores what success looks like when it’s rooted in wellbeing, clarity, confidence, and alignment.

This is not an episode about hustling or doing more.
It’s an invitation to pause — and to listen inward.

You’ll explore:

• What success means when it’s defined from the inside out

• Why comparing yourself to others quietly drains clarity and confidence

• How defining success reduces pressure and makes decisions feel lighter

• What it means to stop dimming yourself to fit expectations

• How success can become a compass for your next step in leadership and life

Hanna also shares a personal story about identity, confidence, and learning to show her full colours — and why that, today, is one of her clearest signs of success.

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Are you truly in your business — or are you just busy reacting to everything around you?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy explores the subtle but powerful difference between being busy and being in business — and why so many capable, committed leaders slowly lose focus without noticing.

Through a personal story from a hotel rooftop in India, and a real client example, this episode unpacks how ownership and focus shape the way we lead ourselves, make decisions, and create long-term impact.

You’ll be invited to reflect on:

• Why being busy doesn’t automatically mean you’re leading

• How short-term urgency can quietly replace long-term direction

• What it really means to take ownership of your focus

• Where your energy is best spent — and where it isn’t

If you’ve ever felt productive yet slightly off track, or ended a week wondering “Did this actually move what matters?”, this episode is for you.

This is a reflective, grounded conversation about leadership, responsibility, and choosing where to place your attention — with intention.

Delivering results, meeting expectations — and still longing for direction?

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., leadership coach Hanna Zaxmy explores why chasing goals alone is not enough — and how values are the inner compass that create direction, confidence, and sustainable leadership.

Many leaders set goals with good intentions, yet lose momentum, meaning, or connection along the way. In this reflective conversation, you’re invited to pause and reconnect with what truly keeps you going — not just what you’re trying to achieve.

This episode builds on the previous reflection around direction and offers a deeper foundation for leading yourself — and others — with clarity and intention.

• Why goals often fade — and what actually keeps leaders going

• How values guide decisions when motivation drops

• The difference between achievement and alignment

• Why leadership needs more than plans, targets, and to-do lists

• How values create clarity, confidence, and long-term impact

This episode also sets the scene for the next conversation, where habits become the bridge between values and everyday leadership.

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In this episode, we continue the rich and insightful conversation with IT executive Linda Lenox, diving even deeper into fear, trust, decision-making and psychological safety in leadership.

If Episode 31 explored how fear shows up, this episode explores how leaders can shift out of it — especially at senior levels where culture and behaviour take shape.
We talk about how fear travels through an organisation, the impact of presence and emotional regulation, and the practical actions leaders can take to build trust and safety every day.

Linda brings decades of experience from roles such as Director of IT, VP of Technology Operations and Programme Delivery Director, offering real, relatable stories that illuminate what courageous, human-centred leadership looks like in action.

• How fear influences decision-making and team behaviour
• Why leaders must go first when creating psychological safety
• The power of presence and honest communication under pressure
• How trust is built through small, consistent actions
• Practical ways to lead with clarity, calm and confidence
• How courage shows up in real organisational life

In this episode, I’m joined by IT executive and leadership role model Linda Lenox for a powerful exploration of fear, courage and psychological safety at work.
We talk honestly about how fear shows up in modern organisations, how blame cultures block innovation, and what great leaders actually do to create trust and safety.

Linda shares stories from her senior leadership roles — Director of IT, VP of Technology Operations, and Programme Delivery Director — offering grounded insights into leading with presence, honesty and responsibility.

Whether you’re a female leader, an aspiring leader, or someone who wants to build a more human, emotionally intelligent workplace, this conversation will give you new perspectives and practical takeaways you can use straight away.

• What fear looks like in leadership and team dynamics
• How to build trust through honesty and consistent behaviour
• Why blame-free cultures accelerate learning and innovation
• How senior leaders influence team behaviour more than they realise
• The foundations of psychological safety — and where to start
• Why authenticity matters more than perfection

This is part 1 of our conversation.
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"Maybe it’s not the right time to change job. I’ll just stay where I am a bit longer.”
If you’ve ever said something like this to yourself, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., I share a real story from a cloakroom in Stockholm – where my manager gave me an ultimatum:
leave my leadership training immediately or risk losing my job.

Caught between fear of losing my role and fear of abandoning myself, I had to decide:
stay or go?

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How fear often hides behind “not the right time”

• The turning point that helped me reconnect with my values, vision and passion

• Why clarity doesn’t always mean changing job – sometimes it means owning where you are

• A reflection exercise to help you notice what has guided your own big decisions

You’ll also hear how this moment shaped the way I work with leaders today, and why Clarity is the first step in the CONFIDENT framework.

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., HannaZaxmy continues her conversation with Sophie Hussey— public speaker, mentor and author of Dramatically Honest.
You’ll hear what confidence really looks like in practice — not performance, but courage, clarity and self-awareness.

Together, they explore:
💜 Why confidence is courage in action
🎯 How to lead from your values and recognise whenthey’re misaligned
🌈 The importance of being yourself —even when you’re the quietest voice in the room
🤝 How mentoring and empathy create workplaces where everyone can thrive

Whether you’re leading a team, stepping into a new role, orlearning to own your voice, this conversation will remind you that authentic leadership starts with knowing — and showing — who you are.

✨ Takeaways:
1️⃣ Confidence is courage —speak up, and don’t fear saying “I don’t know.”
2️⃣ Lead from your values — they’re your compass for decisions, boundaries and belonging.

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What does it really mean to lead with empathy — and to staytrue to yourself in every room you walk into?

In this episode, Hanna Zaxmy talks with Sophie Hussey, public speaker, mentor, and author of DramaticallyHonest. Together they explore how to stop dimming your colours, handle imposter thoughts, and create teams where every voice — even the quietest one — is heard.

You’ll also hear practical tools, from box breathingbefore speaking to inviting shy team members intothe conversation, and a reminder that authenticity isn’t aperformance — it’s a practice.

💜 Takeaways:
• Lead with empathy, not just niceness — be human-centred and intentional.
• When you speak, remember: no one else knows your script.

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Sometimes the most powerful lessons show up in the most unexpected ways — like when you find yourself dressed up as a door at a party. 🚪

In this episode, Hanna Zaxmy shares a light-hearted yet deeply reflective story about discovering courage, opportunity, and the boundaries that define what’s truly yours to open.

Through the metaphor of a door, you’ll explore:
💡 What keeps us from stepping through new opportunities
💬 How to know which “knocks” in life are yours to answer — and which are not
✨ Why confidence often begins with closing one door before opening another

It’s a warm, thoughtful reminder that leadership — and life — isn’t about rushing through every open door, but about finding the courage to choose the ones that align with who you are.

If you’ve ever hesitated before taking a step towards something you really want — this one’s for you.

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How do you actually work with Imposter Syndrome — beyond understanding what it is?
In this second part of the conversation, Hanna Zaxmy continues her talk with Beatrice Bexelius, senior project manager, researcher and author, exploring how to transform self-doubt into self-trust and confidence in action.

Together, they unpack:
💡 How to manage Imposter Syndrome when stepping into new roles or challenges
💬 What self-leadership tools can help you regulate the inner critic
🎨 Why self-compassion, reflection, and perspective-taking matter in leadership
🌈 Practical steps to stay grounded, confident and resourceful — even when doubt shows up

This is a warm, thoughtful, and insight-rich conversation that will help you lead yourself — and others — with more confidence, authenticity, and clarity.

🎙 Hosted by Hanna Zaxmy, Leadership Coach & Founder of Confident Leadership. In Colour.
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Even the most experienced leaders sometimes question themselves.
In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy talks with Beatrice Bexelius – senior project manager, researcher and author – about what Imposter Syndrome really is and how it shows up in leadership and self-leadership.

Together, they explore why high-achieving professionals often feel like they’re not enough, how this affects confidence and communication, and what you can do to lead yourself – and others – through those moments of doubt.

You’ll hear about:

• The psychology behind Imposter Syndrome in leadership

• Common triggers and how to recognise them

• Practical tools for building confidence and self-trust

• How to turn self-doubt into sustainable growth and authentic impact

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to strengthen their self-leadership, support their team with more empathy, and lead with both confidence and heart.

🎙 Hosted by Hanna Zaxmy, Leadership Coach & Founder of Confident Leadership. In Colour.
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What if confident leadership could be built on just three simple words?
In this episode, Hanna shares a deeply personal story about learning to say sorry — to herself and to others — and why thank you, help, and sorry are powerful keys to trust, connection and authentic leadership.
Inspired by Google’s Project Aristotle and real-life reflection, this is an invitation to lead with heart, honesty and humanity.

🎧 Listen to explore how small words can make a big impact — in your leadership, your team, and yourself.

It’s easy to get caught up in the sprint — the deadlines, the targets, the push to deliver results before year-end. But what if success isn’t about how fast you run, but how well you sustain the pace?

In this episode, Hanna Zaxmy explores what it really means to measure what matters — in business, leadership and life. From personal stories about health goals and sustainability, to lessons from the Gymshark founder Ben Francis and the CONFIDENT framework, you’ll discover a new way to track progress that lasts.

💡 You’ll learn:
– Why “What gets followed up on, gets done.”
– How to measure beyond the numbers: results, routines and resilience.
– How the CONFIDENT framework can guide sustainable leadership.

🎯 Perfect for leaders ready to shift from quick wins to meaningful, long-term growth.

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Some days confidence just doesn’t show up. You don’t want to. You don’t know how to. And it feels like there’s no chance you can make it work.

In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna Zaxmy shares a personal story of stepping into a new leadership role with a team on the edge of burnout and resignation. What followed was a turning point that shows how confidence can be rebuilt – one conversation, one step at a time.

🎧 In this episode you’ll learn:
– Why “I don’t want to, I don’t know how to, there’s no chance” are not complaints but signals
– How to spot where confidence is missing: motivation, clarity/competence, or belief
– A practical 0–10 exercise to find your confidence gaps and build momentum
– How small actions can shift a team from hopelessness to hope

Whether you’re leading a team or leading yourself, this episode will help you identify where confidence is missing – and how to fuel it again.

When confidence feels shaky, do you reflect the room—or set the tone? In this episode, leadership coach Hanna Zaxmy explores confidence through two vivid metaphors: light (lux levels) and temperature (thermometer vs thermostat). You’ll hear a personal story about work-related stress, recovery, and how clarity, choice and tiny next steps can turn the dial back up. We also unpack the CONFIDENT framework (Clarity, Ownership, Nurture, Focus, Intuition, Discipline, Empathy, Next Step, Truth) to help you lead yourself—and others—with steadier confidence.

In this episode

• Confidence as light: raising your “lux level”

• Confidence as heat: thermometer vs thermostat leadership

• A real moment from Hanna’s mastermind & a gentle reset from burnout signals

• How to apply the CONFIDENT framework in stormy times

• Micro-moves to build leadership confidence today

  Reflection prompts

1. Where is your focus—on the waves around you, or on your direction?

2. If confidence were light, how could you turn it up one step?

3. Which CONFIDENT element is low on energy right now? What’s your next small step?

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Entrepreneur, mentor and author Hussein Hallak returns for Part 2 of his conversation with host Hanna Zaxmy. 🌟 Together, they dive deeper into leadership as an adventure – where every choice opens the door to curiosity, play and growth.

Entrepreneur, mentor and author Hussein Hallak joins host Hanna Zaxmy to talk about leadership, choice and life as an adventure. From Syria to Dubai to Vancouver, Hussein shares how bold choices shape confidence, resilience and direction. ✨ This is Part 1 – don’t miss the continuation in the next episode.

✨ In this episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., host Hanna Zaxmy talks with entrepreneur, mentor and author Hussein Hallak in a engaging conversation about leadership, choice and the adventure of life.

From growing up in Syria, to building ventures in Dubai, to leading one of Canada’s top tech incubators – Hussein shares how stepping in, making bold choices, and embracing uncertainty have shaped his journey. We explore why leadership often begins with a single choice, how challenges build confidence and resilience, and why leading yourself is the foundation for leading others.

Some dreams just won’t leave us alone, right?
They whisper. Circle. Stay in our minds – waiting for us to do something.

In this episode, I share how we can move from dreaming to doing – with a simple fold, and a gentle throw. You’ll hear a story from one of my coaching clients, a bit about my own first (wobbly) launch… and how confidence grows not from waiting, but from trying.

This one’s for you if there’s something you’ve been circling around – an idea, a wish, a shift you’re longing to make.

🛩 Let’s fold the plane. And make a test throw.

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✨ Turn micro-management into collaboration with the power of curious questions.

Ever felt drained by a micro-manager’s endless demands? In this episode, I share a personal story of frustration turned insight — and how one simple shift in asking curious questions can transform control into genuine collaboration. Walk away with practical tools to ease tension, build trust, and get your manager on your side.

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What does momentum really mean in leadership and life? It’s not just about moving fast – it’s about choosing to move forward with intention, even when the path isn’t clear. In this episode, Hanna continues her conversation with leadership coach Tom Rosenak to uncover how momentum is both a choice and a process.

✨ You’ll explore:
🔹 How to reconnect with your core intention to fuel your actions
🔹 Why making clear agreements with yourself and others matters🔹 The power of managing commitments to build sustainable progress🔹 How self-awareness, relationships, and priorities influence momentum🔹Practical ways to keep moving forward, even through setbacks

💡 Expect honest stories, actionable insights, and thoughtfulreflections to inspire steady movement – no matter the challenges ahead.

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What does clarity really look like when life gets messy? Maybe that’s exactly when we need to pause, reach higher – and recheck our priorities. In this episode, Hanna sits down with leadership coach Tom Rosenak to explore how to find clarity from the inside out – not by having all the answers, but by listening deeply to what matters most.

✨ You’ll explore:
🔹 Why clarity is a process, not a fixed point
🔹 How values and energy can guide your choices
🔹 The “thinking hats” tool to shift your perspective
🔹 Simple reflection questions to help you realign
🔹 What it means to lead with intention – not just reaction

💡 Expect honest stories, practical tools, and grounded insights to help you reconnect – even in the middle of uncertainty.

In this second part of the guest conversation with leadership coach and speaker Caroline Grégoire, we dive even deeper into what it really means to lead from your colours – and why confidence is more about presence than performance.

Together with Hanna, Caroline shares stories about identity, the zone of genius, and how to stay aligned in a world that constantly asks for more. You’ll hear insights on how to let go of what no longer serves you, and how to take small, powerful steps towards showing up more fully – in life and leadership.

🎯 A warm, vibrant and honest conversation about finding your way, reconnecting with your own vibe, and daring to lead from within.

📍 Guest: Caroline Grégoire
💡 Topics: Zone of genius, self-leadership, identity, alignment, confidence

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In this special guest episode of Confident Leadership. In Colour., Hanna welcomes leadership coach and speaker Caroline Grégoire for an energising and heartfelt conversation about showing up with confidence, clarity and joy – in life and leadership.

Together, they explore how identity, presence and purpose shape the way we lead – and how you can cultivate authentic impact without losing yourself in the process.

📍 Guest: Caroline Grégoire
💬 Topics: Confidence, identity, leadership development, authentic presence

Who are you when no one’s watching?

In this episode, its time to go to the last letter in the CONFIDENT framework, where I'll invite you to reflect on your identity — not the roles you play or the titles you carry, but who you are underneath it all. We talk about Truth — what it means to lead from your inner compass rather than performance.

You’ll hear the story of how a silent retreat helped me reconnect with my direction, and I’ll share a powerful phrase I live by: “The more I rest in my identity, the more joy and creativity pulse through what I do.”

This episode is for you if you’re longing to feel more aligned, more grounded, and more you in how you lead.

💭 You’ll get:
– Real talk about identity, values and inner clarity– Reflection prompts to help you rediscover your truth– A reminder that you are more than what you deliver– A colourful image for what Truth could look like in your leadership

What if your next breakthrough isn’t a big leap – but just one thoughtful step?

In this episode, we explore N = Next Step in the CONFIDENT framework. I share how I built my group coaching programme Färgrikt Ledarskap from scratch in just 12 weeks, and how taking consistent, small actions shifted everything – for me and for the leaders I work with.

You’ll hear a client story about how a simple check-in transformed team energy, and I’ll guide you through how to find your Act +1 – a mindset and practice for moving forward without overthinking.

💡 Whether you're stuck, overcommitting, or just feeling the pull to grow, this episode will help you shift from hesitation to action – one step at a time.

Empathy isn’t just something soft and nice – it’s a must-have in leadership today. In this episode, I talk about what empathy really means to me: being present, building trust, and meeting people where they are – not just when things go well, but also in difficult moments.

I share personal stories from my journey as a leader, employee and coach – and offer simple tools you can use to listen with heart. Not just to respond, but to truly understand.

We also talk about something that often gets forgotten: giving empathy to yourself.

This episode is for you if you want to lead with more humanity, curiosity and presence – in a fast-moving world where real change still begins in the space between people.