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The Confidence Chronicles

Erika Cramer
The Confidence Chronicles
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  • The Confidence Chronicles

    Why Slowing Down Is the Fastest Way to Grow

    29/06/2026 | 22 mins.
    Everyone is telling you to move faster.

    Scale faster.
    Launch more.
    Post more.
    Do more.

    But after building a multi-seven-figure business, I learned that the biggest breakthroughs didn't happen while I was moving faster. They happened when I slowed down long enough to build the foundations that could actually support the next level.

    In this episode, I share one of the hardest business lessons I've learned, why slowing down isn't failure, and how creating strong systems, boundaries and alignment can become the greatest growth strategy you'll ever implement.

    In this episode:

    • Why slowing down can accelerate your growth
    • The mistake ambitious entrepreneurs make when scaling
    • What to focus on before chasing the next opportunity
    • How to build a business that actually supports your life

    If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed or like you've lost your momentum, this episode will change the way you think about growth.

    👇 Let me know in the comments:
    What's one area of your business or life that needs stronger foundations before you chase the next goal?

    READY TO BUILD YOUR AUTHORITY, CONFIDENCE & PERSONAL BRAND?

    📖 GET ERIKA'S BOOKS
    → Becoming Magnetic (Penguin Random House, 2025)
    → Confidence Feels Like Shit (2020)
    Available here:
    https://shop.thequeenofconfidence.com/collections/book

    Amazon, Barnes & Noble or any audiobook app

    📩 GROW YOUR FANBASE
    Learn the timeless skill that turned my 1,000 followers into a 7-figure global business.
    → https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/offers/TKhTxM3n/checkout

    ♟️ The Queen's Table
    My high-level mentorship for women ready to step into leadership, visibility and legacy.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/

    ✨ The Next Level
    Build your confidence, audience and income.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-next-level/

    🎤 BOOK ERIKA TO SPEAK
    For keynotes, corporate events and women's leadership conferences in Australia and the USA:
    https://thequeenofconfidence.com/speaking/

    📲 FOLLOW ERIKA
    → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeenofconfidence/
    → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-cramer-queenconfidence/
    → Website: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/about/
    → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeenofconfidence

    👑 LISTEN TO THE CONFIDENCE CHRONICLES
    → Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MUxtupRLNGB8cuNC9mwXI
    → Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-confidence-chronicles/id1439434022
    → All platforms: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/podcast/

    👍 If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, like this video and share it with someone who's building something big. Your support helps us reach more women ready to lead with confidence.

    Chapters

    00:00:00 When Everything Slips Through the Cracks: The Reality of Going Too Fast
    00:00:58 Welcome to the Confidence Chronicles: Stand in Who You Are
    00:01:52 The Hardest Year: Behind the Scenes of Building a Business
    00:02:45 From Dead Broke to Audacious Belief: The Power of Purpose
    00:04:24 The Conversation That Changed Everything: We Need to Slow Down
    00:05:51 Structure: The Word of the Year That Wasn't Exciting
    00:07:02 The Queen Bee Role: Getting Out of Every Department
    00:07:26 Adding University Placement to the Mix: Perfect Timing or Chaos?
    00:08:50 Learning Your Energy Type: Why Being Home Doesn't Work for Everyone
    00:10:11 Seeing the Gaps: What Slowing Down Revealed About the Business
    00:10:41 Too Dramatic or Too Real? From 500 Miles an Hour to Double Brakes
    00:11:53 The 10-80-10 Process: A Game-Changing Framework for Founders
    00:13:45 Organizing Everything: Notion, Google Drive, and House Cleaning
    00:14:42 Sales Over Content: Reorganizing Priorities That Actually Matter
    00:15:36 Cleaning Up the Client Journey: Funnels, Emails, and Simplification
    00:16:01 When You're Bored, Make Your Business Better: The Unsexy Work
    00:16:37 Coming Out of the Cave: WD-40 on My Joints and Cleaning Cobwebs
    00:18:49 Slow Down to Speed Up: The Arrow Analogy That Explains Everything
    00:19:28 Trust the Process: Less Pressure, More Intention, More Wisdom
    00:19:54 You Can't Achieve Big Dreams with Chaos: The Hard Truth
    00:20:15 Your Dream Has Your Name on It: Nobody's Taking It Away
    00:21:00 Get Off Your Phone: Your Brain Is More Messed Up Than You Realize
    00:21:42 It's Not Always Roses and Flowers: The Real Behind the Scenes
  • The Confidence Chronicles

    The Hidden Cost of Chasing Your Dreams

    22/06/2026 | 21 mins.
    What happens when the thing you've been praying for finally arrives?

    In this deeply personal episode, I share the reality of receiving one of the biggest opportunities of my career and the unexpected emotions that came with it.

    Because while social media loves to celebrate success, very few people talk about the sacrifices, guilt, sadness, and complexity that can show up when your dreams start becoming reality.

    This conversation is about ambition, motherhood, purpose, sacrifice, and learning how to hold joy and grief at the same time.

    We talk about:

    the side of success most people never talk about

    why getting what you want can bring unexpected emotions

    how to navigate guilt when your dreams impact the people you love

    the reality of sacrifice, ambition, and building an extraordinary life

    If you're building something meaningful, chasing a big dream, or feeling torn between what you want and who you love, this episode is for you.

    READY TO BUILD YOUR AUTHORITY, CONFIDENCE & PERSONAL BRAND?

    📖 GET ERIKA'S BOOKS
    → Becoming Magnetic (Penguin Random House, 2025)
    → Confidence Feels Like Shit (2020)
    Available here: https://shop.thequeenofconfidence.com/collections/book
    Amazon, Barnes & Noble or any audio book app

    📩 GROW YOUR FANBASE — Learn the timeless skill that turned my 1,000 followers into a 7 figure global business
    → https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/offers/TKhTxM3n/checkout

    ♟️ The Queen’s Table
    My high-level mentorship for women ready to step into leadership, visibility and legacy.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/

    ✨ The Next Level
    Build your confidence, audience and income.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-next-level/

    🎤 BOOK ERIKA TO SPEAK
    → For keynotes, corporate events, and women's leadership conferences in Australia and the USA: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/speaking/

    📲 FOLLOW ERIKA
    → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeenofconfidence/?hl=en
    → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-cramer-queenconfidence/
    → Website: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/about/
    → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeenofconfidence

    👑 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE CONFIDENCE CHRONICLES
    → Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MUxtupRLNGB8cuNC9mwXI
    → Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-confidence-chronicles/id1439434022
    → YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtf2VIsUYg-vkERa16r_VcFNz3Bt6kLI
    → All platforms: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/podcast/

    🙏🏽 ENJOYED THIS EPISODE?
    Please subscribe so you never miss one. It takes 30 seconds and it means everything to us!
  • The Confidence Chronicles

    The Secrets to Becoming Unstoppable

    15/06/2026 | 19 mins.
    What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want... is you?
    In this episode, I'm breaking down what it really means to become unstoppable, and why success has far less to do with talent, strategy, or luck than most people think.
    Inspired by my Becoming Unstoppable masterclass, this conversation explores the hidden ways women hold themselves back, the stories that keep them stuck, and what it actually takes to move through fear, rejection, self-doubt, and visibility blocks.
    Because the truth is, nobody is stopping you.
    The question is: are you willing to stop stopping yourself?
    We talk about:
    the hidden ways you're getting in your own way without realizing it
    why fear of rejection, criticism and visibility keeps so many women stuck
    the mindset shift that helps you keep going when things get hard
    what self-trust, self-leadership and resilience actually look like in real life
    If you've been feeling stuck, playing small, waiting for permission, or questioning yourself, this episode is your reminder that the next level version of you already exists.
    READY TO BUILD YOUR AUTHORITY, CONFIDENCE & PERSONAL BRAND?
    📖 GET ERIKA'S BOOKS
    → Becoming Magnetic (Penguin Random House, 2025)
    → Confidence Feels Like Shit (2020)
    Available here: https://shop.thequeenofconfidence.com/collections/book
    Amazon, Barnes & Noble or any audio book app
    📩 GROW YOUR FANBASE — Learn the timeless skill that turned my 1,000 followers into a 7 figure global business
    → https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/offers/TKhTxM3n/checkout
    ♟️ The Queen’s Table
    My high-level mentorship for women ready to step into leadership, visibility and legacy.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/
    ✨ The Next Level
    Build your confidence, audience and income.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-next-level/
    🎤 BOOK ERIKA TO SPEAK
    → For keynotes, corporate events, and women's leadership conferences in Australia and the USA: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/speaking/
    📲 FOLLOW ERIKA
    → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeenofconfidence/?hl=en
    → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-cramer-queenconfidence/
    → Website: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/about/
    → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeenofconfidence
    👑 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE CONFIDENCE CHRONICLES
    → Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MUxtupRLNGB8cuNC9mwXI
    → Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-confidence-chronicles/id1439434022
    → YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtf2VIsUYg-vkERa16r_VcFNz3Bt6kLI
    → All platforms: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/podcast/
    🙏🏽 ENJOYED THIS EPISODE?
    Please subscribe so you never miss one. It takes 30 seconds and it means everything to us!
  • The Confidence Chronicles

    The Truth About Becoming a Paid Speaker

    09/06/2026 | 24 mins.
    Join me for Paid To Speak on July 8th - apply here: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/paid-to-speak/
    Resources mentioned on this episode:
    How to Get More Speaking Gigs Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-confidence-chronicles/id1439434022?i=1000771404374
    Ready to Build your X-factor and stand out from the crowd? Watch my Stand Out Personal Brand masterclass here: https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/offers/7UiNB2x9/checkout

    This episode is for you if you want to become a paid speaker.
    Most people think getting on stage is the goal. It isn't.
    The stage is just the beginning.
    In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the business of speaking, what actually gets you booked, how speakers make money beyond their speaker fee, and why some people leave an event with applause while others leave with clients, opportunities, and long-term impact.
    If you've ever dreamed of speaking on stages, landing TEDx talks, getting booked for conferences, or building authority through speaking, this conversation is for you.
    We talk about:
    what event organisers are really looking for in a speaker
    why personal branding matters more than your speaking skills
    how one free speaking gig generated over $70,000
    the business systems every speaker needs behind the scenes
    Whether you're a coach, consultant, entrepreneur, thought leader or aspiring speaker, this episode will completely change how you think about getting paid to speak.
    READY TO BUILD YOUR AUTHORITY, CONFIDENCE & PERSONAL BRAND?
    📖 GET ERIKA'S BOOKS
    → Becoming Magnetic (Penguin Random House, 2025)
    → Confidence Feels Like Shit (2020)
    Available here: https://shop.thequeenofconfidence.com/collections/book
    Amazon, Barnes & Noble or any audio book app
    ♟️ The Queen's Table
    My high-level mentorship for women ready to step into leadership, visibility and legacy.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/
    ✨ The Next Level
    Build your confidence, audience and income.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-next-level/
    🎤 BOOK ERIKA TO SPEAK
    → For keynotes, corporate events, and women's leadership conferences in Australia and the USA: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/speaking/
    📲 FOLLOW ERIKA
    → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeenofconfidence/?hl=en
    → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-cramer-queenconfidence/
    → Website: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/about/
    → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeenofconfidence
    👑 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE CONFIDENCE CHRONICLES
    → Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MUxtupRLNGB8cuNC9mwXI
    → Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-confidence-chronicles/id1439434022
    → YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtf2VIsUYg-vkERa16r_VcFNz3Bt6kLI
    → All platforms: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/podcast/
    🙏🏽 ENJOYED THIS EPISODE?
    Please subscribe so you never miss one. It takes 30 seconds and it means everything to us!
    Chapters

    00:00:00 The Most Requested Topic
    00:02:04 How to Get Paid to Speak
    00:03:37 Speaking Is an Opportunity, Not Just a Paycheck
    00:05:13 The Business Behind Speaking: What No One Tells You
    00:07:49 The 70K Speaking fee
    00:09:20 Speaker Fees Breakdown: Australia vs United States
    00:11:49 Your Personal Brand Is Everything: Be Memorable or Be Forgotten
    00:12:25 Speaker Assets You Must Have: Reels, Websites, and Visibility
    00:13:11 The More You Speak, The More You Speak
    00:14:08 Build Your Ecosystem First
    00:17:54 The Backend That Made 20K
    00:21:02 Why You Can't Copy and Paste Your Talks
    00:23:05 Make Your Audience Feel Something: Interaction and Impact
    00:23:57 The Longevity Game: What Happens After You Leave the Stage
    00:26:22 Three Pillars of Paid Speaking: Brand, Business, and Mindset
    00:27:08 You're Here to Serve, Not to Look Cool
    00:28:18 Join me at Paid to Speak
  • The Confidence Chronicles

    Why You Can’t Manifest When You Feel Like Sh*t

    05/06/2026 | 41 mins.
    You cannot manifest what you want when you feel like sh*t.
    Well, technically you can, but you'll probably keep manifesting more of what you don't want.
    In this episode, I'm joined by my husband Hamish to have an honest conversation about manifestation, alignment, energy, and what it really takes to create the life, business, relationships, and opportunities you want.
    When you're operating from stress, scarcity, frustration, overwhelm, or fear, it's easy to fall into the trap of forcing outcomes instead of becoming the person capable of receiving them.
    In this episode, we discuss:
    why you can't create abundance from a place of lack
    what to do when life feels heavy and nothing seems to be working
    how to become the version of you who already has what you want
    the balance between surrender, trust and taking action
    This conversation will challenge the way you think about manifestation and remind you that sometimes the biggest shifts happen when you stop forcing and start trusting.
    READY TO BUILD YOUR AUTHORITY, CONFIDENCE & PERSONAL BRAND?
    📖 GET ERIKA'S BOOKS
    → Becoming Magnetic (Penguin Random House, 2025)
    → Confidence Feels Like Shit (2020)
    Available here: https://shop.thequeenofconfidence.com/collections/book
    Amazon, Barnes & Noble or any audio book app
    📩 GROW YOUR FANBASE — Learn the timeless skill that turned my 1,000 followers into a 7 figure global business
    → https://courses.thequeenofconfidence.com/offers/TKhTxM3n/checkout
    ♟️ The Queen's Table
    My high-level mentorship for women ready to step into leadership, visibility and legacy.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/
    ✨ The Next Level
    Build your confidence, audience and income.
    → https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-next-level/
    🎤 BOOK ERIKA TO SPEAK
    → For keynotes, corporate events, and women's leadership conferences in Australia and the USA: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/speaking/
    📲 FOLLOW ERIKA
    → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeenofconfidence/?hl=en
    → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-cramer-queenconfidence/
    → Website: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/about/
    → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeenofconfidence
    Chapters

    00:00:00 Why You Can't Manifest When You Feel Like Sh*t
    00:02:28 The Energy of Your Home Impacts Your Business: Working as a Couple
    00:03:42 You Can't Attract from Chaos: Why Pushing Through Shitty Feelings Doesn't Work
    00:05:17 When Working Harder Makes Things Worse
    00:06:46 Hamish's Three-Step Formula: Detach, Journal, and Breathwork
    00:08:09 The Information Overload Problem: Why You're Taking Advice That Doesn't Apply to You
    00:09:33 Getting Back to Center: Meditation, Breath Work, and Creative Journaling
    00:13:00 What Erika Does When She Feels Like Sh*t: Crying, Venting, and Getting It Out
    00:21:48 The Danger of Doomscrolling: Stop Researching and Start Creating
    00:22:39 Exercise, Sleep, and Self-Care: The Foundation of Feeling Good
    00:25:08 The Sexiest Part: Hamish's Manifestation Process Explained
    00:27:48 Envisioning Your Reality as a Player of One
    00:29:35 The Peter Pan Principle of Manifestation
    00:30:27 From Head to Body: Feeling It, Not Just Thinking It
    00:32:37 Your Body Doesn't Know the Difference: Living the Vision Now
    00:34:48 The Open-Eye Meditation: Walking Around as the Version Who Already Has It
    00:36:06 Shifting Your Identity: Be the Person Who Already Has What You Want
    00:41:30 The Lottery Exercise: What Would You Do If You Won 22 Million Dollars Right Now?
    00:40:46 You Got to Be Fucking Good: The Vessel Has to Feel Good First
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About The Confidence Chronicles
Welcome to The Confidence Chronicles, a podcast show that's all about empowering women to create self-confidence, to step up and go for what they truly desire. Hosted by award-winning Life Coach and Psychotherapist Erika Cramer, also known as The Queen of Confidence, this podcast will be your go-to source for practical tips and exercises that will help you change your life for the better. With a raw and real approach, Erika will be like a big sister in your ear, hyping you up and encouraging you to be fully expressed, to take up space and stand in your power. Whether you want to start your own business, find your dream job, or improve your relationships, this podcast will give you the confidence and inspiration to take action and create the life you've always wanted. So, tune in and get ready to be amped up, because the truth is you are a Queen, and you can have everything you desire if you're willing to show up and go get it! 👑 Get your free Confidence cheatsheet here
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