The Truth About Confidence with TEDx Speaker Nina Perez

What if confidence wasn’t something you had to fake, but something you could feel? In this episode, I reconnect with the lovely and wise Nina Perez; transformation coach, TEDx speaker, and someone I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for years. We talk about the real roots of confidence, and why the old “fake it till you make it” advice can actually backfire. Nina shares her journey from being a self-described shy girl to stepping into the spotlight, not by pretending to be someone else, but by learning to feel confident from the inside out. We also explore how small, everyday habits (Nina calls them “micro-habits”) help you show up as your most grounded, magnetic self, whether you are leading a team, speaking to an audience, or just trying to feel good in your own skin. I especially loved her perspective on using body language and storytelling to create genuine connection, and how she helps clients balance both warmth and authority. This is a conversation full of “aha” moments, some great stories, and practical wisdom for anyone who wants to lead with presence, not performance. What you’ll hear in this episode:Why confidence is something you practice, not performThe real reason “fake it till you make it” doesn’t work, and what to do insteadWhat micro-habits can do for your daily energy and presenceHow storytelling builds trust faster than facts ever willWhy everyone has charisma. It’s just about finding your unique flavor Connect with Nina Website: https://thrivetoday.fun/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connectwithnina/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BailaNinaPerez Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connectwithnina/ In appreciation for being here, I have some gifts for you: A LinkedIn Checklist for setting up your fully optimized Profile: An opportunity to test drive the Follow Up system I recommend by checking this presentation page - you won’t regret it.  AND … Don’t forget to connect with me on LinkedIn and be eligible for my complimentary LinkedIn profile audit – I do one each month for a lucky listener! Connect with me: http://JanicePorter.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/janiceporter/ https://www.facebook.com/janiceporter1 https://www.instagram.com/socjanice/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment...