The Confrontationalist With Danielle Gibson

“Binge eating was another one that I struggled with. You know, it’s more than just wanting to be skinny. It’s a relationship with food that becomes a way of speaking. It looks like that and it fronts like that, and that’s usually the impetus for the beginnings of it—some kind of social pressure, often parental pressure,” shares Stefanie Michele, a binge recovery and body image coach. In this episode, she opens up to Danielle Gibson...

“I became committed to helping others shift out of those patterns because it all starts there. It all starts with how we think about ourselves. Once we can confront our own thought patterns and change them, everything can change,” says Nancy Burger, a communications strategist and founder of the Fear Finding Project. In this episode, she joins Danielle Gibson to explore the transformative power of self-confrontation in reshaping bo...

“There still is a massive gender pay gap. I don’t need to say what the statistics are—they’re alarming. I feel like it’s my duty to help close that gap,” shares Keri-Lynne Shaw, the founder of The Salary Bump, a consultancy dedicated to helping individuals negotiate better compensation packages. In this episode, she joins Danielle Gibson and reveals that less than 50% of people negotiate their salaries, with the numbers even lower ...

“I think some women don’t want to see others shine. Not everyone, but the more we can shine light on others and continue to build that, the more it gives permission for other people to do the same. That’s how I always view it,” says Dr. Caroline Iscovitz, also known as Dr. C. In this episode, she joins Danielle Gibson to discuss her ventures and the journey of women in business. 

Reflecting on challenges such as people-pleasing, ...

Do you fear making the wrong decision? In this episode, Danielle Gibson delves into the art of decision-making, using her own experiences with a major apartment renovation as a starting point to explore how we can all become more decisive and confident. She shares how she faced overwhelming choices—from selecting tiles to choosing wood for floors—and learned to trust her intuition. 

Danielle offers strategies to combat decision-m...

Danielle Gibson redefines the art of selling by turning the traditional sales approach on its head. Drawing from a conversation with a colleague about the common hurdles faced by those in sales roles, Danielle dives into a story of a former client from a startup who found herself crippled by the fear and pressure of meeting sales targets.

Steering the narrative away from the conventional transaction-focused tactics, Davielle advo...

Self-care goes beyond simple pleasures like lighting a candle or taking a bath. In this episode, Danielle Gibson discusses an interaction with a potential coaching client who was struggling with job interviews, particularly in addressing an employment gap she believed was affecting her job prospects. Danielle delves into the possibility that the issue may not lie with the gap itself, but with the client’s self-perception and lack o...

"Sometimes, the thing you think you need to do is nothing," says Danielle Gibson, sharing invaluable insights for those struggling with confrontation and direct communication. She reflects on her early sales career, navigating the high-pressure environment of a trend forecasting firm led by a CEO quick to fire.

With a visit from the CEO approaching and receiving advice from colleagues to make a preemptive plea for her job, Daniel...

Ever felt like you lost a piece of your confidence at a job interview? Danielle Gibson breaks down job interviews and the often accompanying fear of facing someone head-on. This reflection stems from a recent conversation she had, exploring the challenge faced by individuals skilled at securing interviews yet struggling with effectively presenting themselves.

Danielle argues against traditional interview preparations, advocating ...

The fear of public speaking is the number one fear people have. Second is the fear of death. In this episode of The Confrontationalist, Danielle Gibson tackles the daunting challenge of public speaking. Danielle dives deep into the roots of this fear, from childhood experiences to societal pressures. She unveils the hidden impact of shame, trauma, and perfectionism on our ability to speak in public. Listeners will discover the insi...

Ever wonder why the comments section on social media can turn into a battleground? In this episode of The Confrontationalist podcast, Danielle Gibson takes a deep dive into the world of online aggression and compares it to road rage. It's an eye-opener into why we sometimes lose our cool behind a screen or a steering wheel.

Danielle kicks things off with road rage, talking about how stress, anxiety, and other emotional triggers c...

Why is saying no important for personal growth and well-being? Danielle Gibson, our host, begins by highlighting the difficulty many people, especially women, face when it comes to saying no. She explores the reasons behind this discomfort, including fear of disapproval, desire for acceptance, gender stereotypes, and lack of role models.

Gibson emphasizes the negative impact of constantly saying yes when you actually want to say ...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where speaking up seemed almost impossible? In this episode of The Confrontationalist, our host, Danielle Gibson, a seasoned communication expert, delves into the complex art of knowing when to speak up and when to remain silent. Her insights, grounded in extensive experience, explore scenarios where silence can be golden, such as when lacking knowledge on a topic or when emotions run hig...

Have you ever backed down from a tough talk, worried about what might happen? This episode of "The Confrontationalist" with Danielle Gibson dives into why facing these tough moments is crucial. Danielle shares her journey and the lessons from her clients, many of whom are women who've struggled with the fear of confrontation. She talks about how this fear often pops up in daily life - like in hard conversations, when setting bounda...