Building Confidence: Why Courage and Relationships Matter in Your Career with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media (S10:Epi 279)
Release Date: 03/15/2026
Building Confidence: Why Courage and Relationships Matter in Your Career with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media (S10:Epi 279)
Sweet but Fearless Podcast
In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media, about confidence and how it’s built through courage. Confidence doesn’t appear overnight; it grows each time you step outside your comfort zone and do something you haven’t done before. They discuss why courage is the foundation of confidence, and how taking small, bold actions can expand what you believe is possible for yourself. The conversation also explores the power of relationships at work and why who you know, and who knows about you, can be just as important as what...
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info_outlineIn this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media, about confidence and how it’s built through courage. Confidence doesn’t appear overnight; it grows each time you step outside your comfort zone and do something you haven’t done before.
They discuss why courage is the foundation of confidence, and how taking small, bold actions can expand what you believe is possible for yourself. The conversation also explores the power of relationships at work and why who you know, and who knows about you, can be just as important as what you know.
If you’ve ever hesitated to speak up, reach out, or connect with people who hold more influence, this episode offers practical insight on building the confidence to show up, be visible, and create meaningful professional relationships.
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Podcast: Woman Owned: The Growth Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs
Website – Safi Media
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