"Start with what you don't want. And what do we want to cut out first? And then another aspect is what is it that just turns you on and lights you up? Your words that you mentioned a little bit ago, what is that for you?" — Linda Yates  I welcome Linda Yates who shares her personal story and vulnerable insights on the power of saying "yes" to yourself and embracing new possibilities. Key Takeaways: 1. The Impact of Confidence: Linda emphasizes the role of confidence in how we present ourselves to others, from our clothing and body language to our words and leadership style. She invites listeners to reflect on areas where they can enhance their self-confidence. 2. Stepping Out of Comfort Zones: we discuss the importance of leaving one's comfort zone to experience personal growth. We encourage you to assess whether you are currently in a comfort zone and if you are ready to take the brave step forward. 3. Saying "Yes" to Yourself: Linda and I stress the importance of believing in what is possible for yourself, even in the face of societal pressures and comparisons on social media. We offer practical strategies to create boundaries, reflect on one's potential, and say "yes" to personal growth.   4. Start with the end in mind: Linda shares a powerful exercise to identify what you really want, starting with the end in mind and allowing yourself to begin with what you don’t want.    Call to Action: Listen to your optional homework to start with the end of your life and then work backward towards how you want to say yes in this phase.  Hot topics from this episode: Importance of what you put out into the world Linda's focus on the power of yes and goal-setting Importance of stepping out of comfort zones Saying Yes to Yourself Balancing Life Choices Navigating Career Transitions Resources in this episode:  Linda Yates: https://lhyatesconsulting.com/ Linda’s Book: Beyond The Clothes: Image & Presence  https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Clothes-Presence-Linda-Yates/dp/1534862250/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1474000694&sr=1-1&keywords=beyond+the+clothes   For more information on how you can build your brave: [email protected] https://tricksteinbach.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nicoletricksteinbach https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoletricksteinbach/ https://www.facebook.com/NicoleTrickSteinbach