In this electrifying episode, I sit down with the brilliant Alison Fragale—a professor, distinguished scholar of organizational behavior at UNC Chapel Hill, and the powerhouse author behind the transformative book Likable Badass. Alison brings her sharp insights and relatable wisdom to help us understand the delicate balance between being liked and being respected, and how we can do BOTH to maximize results in personal and professional lives! Great advice across the board, for life AND love!

We talked about:

HOW to be a likable badass! What the difference is between being likable and being respected—and why you shouldn't have to choose.

Practical strategies for showing up confidently without sacrificing authenticity.

How to overcome the fear of being judged when speaking up.

Alison's personal journey and the inspiration behind Likable Badass.

The science of confidence and how small mindset shifts can create big results.

Tune into this episode if you're ready to own your space, amplify your voice, and develop your inner & outer "likable badass!"

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153: Unlocking Authentic Confidence for Dating and Beyond with Alison Fragale