52 Weeks of Me

Episode 109: Confidence to Try with Anna Gradie

Jacklyn Osborne & Erika Brooks Season 1 Episode 109

This episode features an interview with Anna, who shares her transformative journey from a challenging personal life event to becoming a confidence coach for women in the male-dominated tech industry. She highlights the importance of confidence and how she empowers women to overcome obstacles and set boundaries.


Anna Gradie is a Confidence Coach for women in tech. Using science-backed tools, she helps her clients 10X their confidence, accelerate their performance, and build strong relationships. In 2010, she co-founded and scaled an EdTech company into a multi-million-dollar business. She was the COO and head of HR but noticed a huge gender gap in the industry.


Highlights:

  • Journey of Self-Discovery: The transformative power of self-discovery and personal growth after facing significant life challenges.
  • Recognizing Gender Disparities: How being in a male-dominated tech industry can drive us to become confident in addressing the gender gap and lack of representation.
  • Setting Boundaries: The significance of setting various types of boundaries to prioritize self-care and assertiveness in personal and professional spheres.
  • Overcoming Perfectionism: Addressing the gendered aspects of perfectionism and its impact on confidence, highlighting the need to challenge societal expectations and promote a growth mindset.


This conversation underscores the power of resilience, self-awareness, and the courage to embrace change. It invites you to reflect on your own journeys, emphasizing the potential for growth and empowerment even in the face of adversity. Anna’s approach to building confidence provides practical tools and guidance for individuals striving to navigate challenges and succeed in both their personal and professional lives.


Connect with Anna via the following:

Book a free 1 on 1 Confidence Booster Session: https://calendly.com/annagradiecoaching/45min?month=2023-09

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