Ep 10 | Building Confidence One Step At A Time With Andrew Spackman
Release Date: 04/11/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of From Shy to Seen, I'm joined once again by Andrew Spackman — founder of Ingenious Gifts — for another deep and powerful conversation all about confidence.
We talk through practical tools he's used along the way like the 5 Whys, the Confidence Gap, and the power of reflection.
We also dive into some profound mindset shifts — like the reminder from the Romans to “Memento Mori” (remember death), and how embracing our fears (instead of avoiding them) can actually move us forward.
Whether you're in the thick of self-doubt, navigating a new chapter, or just looking to understand what confidence really means — this episode is full of thoughtful insights and relatable reflections.
✨ Come join the conversation, and remember: the feelings of confidence come after the actions. Sometimes, it just starts with 5… 4… 3… 2… 1.
Links
Check out my clay jewellery designed to spark conversations:
- www.julystudiocreations.com
- Use promo code PODCAST at the checkout to get 10% off your first order!
Let's start our conversations over on...
- Instagram: @julystudiocreations
- Facebook: @julystudiocreations
- Tik Tok: @julystudiocreations
Check out Andrew's website and find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ingeniousgifts/ or https://ingeniousgifts.co.uk/