Welcome to the Style and Confidence podcast; a weekly show full of insights and ideas to help you elevate your personal style and confidence to drive your business success.
Join Clare Silk, ICF accredited transformative life coach and personal stylist, of Silk Styling, for weekly episodes talking about style, confidence, mindset and fashion psychology.
Be sure to subscribe and follow to be the first to hear about new episodes.
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Welcome to the Style and Confidence podcast; a weekly show full of insights and ideas to help you elevate your personal style and confidence to drive your business success.
Join Clare Silk, ICF accredited transformative life coach and personal stylist, of Silk Styling, for weekly episodes talking about style, confidence, mindset and fashion psychology.
Be sure to subscribe and follow to be the first to hear about new episodes.
Connect with me on LinkedIn.
or find me on Instagram.
Have you worked on your confidence but still feel something is missing or upgraded your wardrobe,felt amazing for two weeks only for self-doubt to creep back in?
In this episode, I'm introducing the Transformation Triangle, a holistic framework that explains why sustainable confidence comes from aligning three key elements: your inner self-belief, your external presentation and your professional brand.
You'll discover:
This works to bring the parts of you that already exist into coherence with each other.
If you've been working on these elements separately and wondering why it's not adding up, this episode is for you.
FREE guide: 5 Ways to Improve Your Style and Confidence
Connect with me:
Email: clare@claresilk.com
Visit claresilk.com to explore how to work with me
Landing page designer Alina Koerts reveals why most coaches rush their launches and why that's costing them clients.
Learn the essential groundwork needed before you hit publish, how to write sales page copy using your ideal client's own language and why market research is your secret weapon for conversions.
Alina also shares her journey building a business alongside motherhood and a part-time job, proving that slow progress is still progress.
Perfect for coaches and service providers who want to launch successfully without the overwhelm.
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Have you ever noticed how you feel like you could take on the world in certain outfits. That's down to the psychology of style and it's your finishing touch to building your confidence.
In the final episode of the SILK Method™ series, confidence I look at how to use your wardrobe as a strategic tool to support your goals and express your personal brand authentically.
You'll discover:
· How what you wear changes how you think and act
· Why dressing for who you're becoming matters, rather than dressing for who you've been
· How to develop your signature style that makes you memorable for all the right reasons
Plus: The Style Audit technique: how toidentify your most confidence boosting outfit and leverage its power strategically.
Perfect for ambitious women who feel like their wardrobe doesn't match their ambitions, want to be remembered and taken seriously or struggle with what "professional style" means for them.
Ready to make your style work as hard as you do?
The complete SILK Method™ series:
Episode 1: Self-Belief Episode 2: Inner Strength Episode 3: Leadership Presence
Why do some people walk into a room and immediately command attention, whilst others struggle to be heard despite having great ideas?
We can't all be the loudest person in the room, you need leadership presence.
In Episode 3 of the SILK Method™ series, I talk about how to develop a leadership presence and share simple adjustments that instantly make you feel and look more confident in any professional setting.
You'll discover:
Plus: The Power Pose & Pause technique, a 2-minute practise that changes your body chemistry and boosts confidence before any important meeting.
Perfect for ambitious women who have great ideas but struggle to be heard, want to be seen as leadership material or feel invisible in meetings despite their expertise.
Ready to stop being overlooked and start commanding attention?
Previous episode: Inner Strength: Resilience in the Face of Fear
Next episode: Killer Style: Expressing Your Personal Brand
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Ever find yourself saying "I'll do it when I feel more confident" or "I'm just waiting for the right time" or "when I'm ready"?
But, will you ever feel 100% ready?
In Episode 2 of the SILK Method series, I look at how waiting to "feel ready" is keeping successful women stuck and how to build the inner strength to take action, even when fear kicks in.
You'll discover:
Plus: The Visibility Ladder exercise. Three levels of visibility actions you can take this week to start building your courage.
This episode is perfect for ambitious women who know what they want but struggle with taking the leap, perfectionist tendencies or analysis paralysis.
Ready to stop waiting for courage and start building it instead?
Previous episode: How to Build Self-Belief (SILK Method #1)
Next episode: Leadership Presence — How You Show Up in the Room (SILK Method #3)
Why do some women with average skills get promoted while brilliant women stay invisible?
I have created a four part series taking you through my SILK method. This is the method that I take my clients through in my programmes. In this first episode of the SILK Method series, I reveal why people hire confidence, not perfection, and share the hidden cost of self-doubt that's keeping you from the opportunities you deserve.
You'll discover:
Perfect for ambitious women who know they're capable of more but struggle with impostor syndrome, self-doubt or feeling "not ready yet" or "good enough".
Next week: Episode 2 covers Inner Strength how to build resilience and take action even when fear shows up.
Join the waiting list for my new digital programme CONFIDENTLY YOU.
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Email me: clare@claresilk.com
In this episode I am joined by mindset personal stylist, Emma Storey who shares her incredible transformation from struggling with body image to becoming obsessed with herself in the best possible way.
Emma opens up about her lifelong battle with weight, being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and how she discovered the power of dressing for her body shape rather than hiding from it. She reveals how the right clothes became her armour, transforming not just how she looked, but how she felt about herself.
Key topics covered:
About Emma Storey:Emma is a mindset personal stylist who specialises in helping women learn to dress for their body shape.
Connect with Emma:
@thesuccessstylingco on Instagram and TikTok.
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Join the waiting list for Confidently You, my new digital programme launching 15th September and receive exclusive bonuses.
Would you like to understand the secret behind women who seem to effortlessly command respect and recognition?
In this episode, I'm exploring how strategic wardrobe choices can rewire your brain for success.
Discover the difference between executive presence and personal brand authority and learn how to use both to accelerate your professional growth through what I call "the confidence-authority loop."
In this episode, you'll learn:
Perfect for you if:
Join me, Clare Silk, as I look at the strategy behind building authentic authority through strategic style choices, because when you understand the confidence-authority loop, you can accelerate your success exponentially.
Keywords: executive presence, personal brand authority, confidence building, enclothed cognition, professional style, authority building, leadership presence, style psychology, career advancement
Are you feeling confident on paper but shaky in real life?
In this episode, I explore why true confidence is built on alignment.
Discover how connecting with your deeper purpose and values creates lasting self-assurance that doesn't depend on external validation.
Learn about the psychology of intrinsic motivation, how your style can reinforce your identity and get practical steps to uncover your personal "why."
Plus, find out why that "nothing to wear" feeling might actually signal personal growth.
I have created a free worksheet to help you identify your values and craft your own purpose statement for confidence that comes from within.
Perfect for high-achieving women navigating leadership roles, life transitions or anyone ready to build authentic confidence grounded in purpose rather than performance.
✨Download your accompanying workbook here
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Email: clare@claresilk.com
Do your clothes not feel like you anymore? Do you long for something more powerful to wear?
In this episode, I talk about the powerful connection between your style, identity and personal brand.
Discover why your wardrobe is either building your personal brand or sabotaging it (there's no room for neutral) and learn the psychology behind why aligned style creates effortless confidence and makes you unforgettable.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Perfect for you if:
Join me as I blend findings from fashion psychology with personal branding strategy to help you dress like you, lead like you mean it and build a brand that's impossible to ignore.
Resources mentioned:
Connect with me:
Email me on: clare @claresilk.com
Keywords: personal branding, style psychology, confidence building, authentic leadership, wardrobe strategy, fashion psychology, personal brand style
Wardrobe full of clothes but nothing to wear? This week, my very first guest has the solution you've beenlooking for.
Meet Julia Dietmar, a former Silicon Valley software engineer turned fashion tech entrepreneur, who's on a mission to democratise personal styling and make sustainable fashion accessible to everyone. After working at major companies like Walmart and Yahoo Julia combined her technical expertise with her passion for retail and sustainability to create Open Wardrobe, an AI-powered app that's transforming how people interact with their wardrobes.
Julia shares fascinating insights from her journey throughthe dotcom boom, her education in retail at Walmart and how working withfashion brands revealed the massive overproduction problem in the industry. She also opens up about her own transformation from someone who bought new pieces weekly to someone who rarely shops but feels more creative and confident than ever.
Whether you're a busy parent looking to streamline yourmorning routine, someone interested in reducing your environmental impact or just wanting to feel more confident and creative with your personal style, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and inspiring ideas.
Connect with Julia and try the Open Wardrobe app at
Or search for OpenWardrobe on Apple or Google Play stores
Connect with Julia on hi@openwardrobe.co
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Have you ever wondered why you feel unstoppable in that one blazer or why certain outfits leave you feeling off?
This episode looks at the fascinating psychology behind how your clothing choices directly impact your confidence, mood and performance.
Learn how your brain takes powerful cues from what you wear. From Galinsky's lab coat study that proved clothes literally change how we think, to practical strategies for dressing with intention, this episode will transform how you approach your wardrobe.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Whether you've ever stood in front of your wardrobe feeling unsure or invisible or you're ready to use style as a strategic tool for success, this episode gives you the science-backed methods to dress in a way that makes confidence feel natural and undeniable.
Perfect for: High-achieving women who want to harness the power of psychology and style to elevate their confidence and professional presence.
Ready to create a style that supports your leadership journey? Connect with me at
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Have you ever wondered why you feel more confident in certain colours, or why that navy blazer seems to make client meetings go smoother? There's science behind it and it's not just in your head.
In this episode, I look at the fascinating world of colour psychology and how you can use it strategically to boost your professional presence.
You'll discover why certain colours change the brain chemistry of everyone in the room, how to choose colours for different business outcomes and the cultural factors that influence colour perception.
What you'll learn:
Key takeaways:✓ Navy blue is scientifically proven to be the most trusted colour across cultures✓ Your outfit is having a conversation before you even speak✓ Every colour choice is a strategic choice that can support your goals✓ The shade and saturation of colours matter just as much as the colour itself
Whether you're preparing for a big presentation, important client meeting or networking event, this episode will transform how you think about getting dressed. You'll never look at your wardrobe the same way again.
Perfect for: Business professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to use psychology to enhance their professional presence and confidence.
Website: claresilk.com
Ever walked into a networking event convinced everyone is judging your outfit, your presence or your every move?
You're experiencing the "spotlight effect" and you're definitely not alone. In this episode, Clare explores this fascinating psychological phenomenon that makes us overestimate how much others notice our mistakes and awkward moments.
Discover the science behind why we feel constantly scrutinised, plus five practical strategies for managing self-consciousness in business settings. Clare also introduces "micro-styling for macro-confidence", how small, intentional choices in your appearance can become powerful confidence anchors when that spotlight feeling strikes.
You'll learn how to shift your perspective, reframe mistakes as connection opportunities and build your own toolkit of meaningful "power pieces" that ground you in challenging situations. The truth? Most people are too busy worrying about themselves to scrutinise you the way you think they are.
What You'll Learn:
Perfect for anyone who wants to show up confidently in business situations without the constant worry about being judged.
Find out more about my Style & Confidence Accelerator
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Ever walked away from an opportunity thinking "what if I had just been brave enough to try"?
If self-doubt has cost you that promotion or kept you playing small, this episode is for you.
Discover why your comfort zone is keeping you stuck, the psychology of "strategic discomfort," and how to use your personal style as a confidence tool. You'll learn a practical framework for expanding your comfort zone without overwhelming yourself, plus why every "failure" is actually building your confidence muscle.
Perfect for you if you've:
By the end, you'll have a roadmap for becoming the person who goes after what they want instead of letting fear decide.
Ready to dive deeper? Learn about my Confidence focused programme: I Am Enough: Confidence Reboot
Book a FREE call to see what is right for you
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Email: clare@claresilk.com
Website: claresilk.com
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What would you attempt if you knew you couldn't fail?
The difference between those who chase their dreams and those who stay stuck often comes down to one thing: self-belief. But an enormous 70% of people struggle with impostor syndrome and self-doubt, even when they're achieving success.
In this episode, I talk about the psychology of self-belief and give you a roadmap to transform self-doubt into self belief.
What You'll Discover:
Key Takeaways: Evidence Collection: How to train your brain to notice your wins Challenge Graduation: The smart way to expand your comfort zone Intelligent Failure: Why failing in the right way builds confidence Future Self Visualisation: Programming your mind for success
Perfect for: Anyone struggling with self-doubt, impostor syndrome or feeling stuck despite their achievements. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative or professional looking to unlock your potential.
Don't let self-doubt rob you of the life you're meant to live. Your breakthrough is closer than you think.
Learn more about my confidence only programme; I Am Enough: The Confidence RebootBook a FREE call to discuss what is right for you.
Connect with me
Email me: clare@claresilkcoaching.com
Website: claresilk.com
#SelfBelief #Confidence #PersonalDevelopment #Psychology #Mindset #ImposterSyndrome #SelfDoubt #GrowthMindset #Success #Motivation #confidencecoach #lifecoach
Did you know that standing in a Wonder Woman pose for just 2 minutes can increase your confidence hormones by 20%?
Research in embodied cognition reveals that your body isn'tjust expressing your thoughts, it's actually creating them.
In this episode, I'm sharing fascinating evidence thatproves your posture, clothing and movement are secretly controlling your performance, creativity and success. This is more that looking confident, this is about rewiring your brain through your body.
What You'll Discover:This episode will give you tips you can use when you preparefor important meetings, presentations, negotiations and creative work. You'll never think about your wardrobe or posture the same way again.
Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, creatives and anyone who wants to optimise their mentalperformance using science-backed strategies.
Find out more - Style& Confidence Accelerator Programme
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Email: clare@claresilkcoaching.com
#EmbodiedCognition #PowerPosing #BodyLanguage#FashionPsychology #PeakPerformance #Confidence #Success #ExecutivePresence#Mindset #Psychology #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #Productivity#NeuroscienceOfSuccess
We've all been there, that moment when your confidence takes a serious hit. Maybe it was harsh feedback, a rejection, or a setback that left you questioning everything about yourself.
But what if I told you that a confidence knock could actually be the catalyst for your greatest comeback?
In this episode, I'm sharing a 5-step framework for transforming any confidence crash into resilience fuel.
You'll discover why these knocks hit us so hard, how to separate facts from the stories we tell ourselves and a fascinating insight from fashion psychology, how strategic clothing choices can actually accelerate your confidence recovery.
What You'll Learn:
Whether you're recovering from a recent setback or want to build bulletproof resilience for the future, this episode gives you the roadmap to bounce back stronger than ever.
Ready to fast-track your confidence and resilience? Check out my accelerator programme designed for ambitious people who want to turn setbacks into a setup for success.
#Resilience #Confidence #PersonalDevelopment #FashionPsychology #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SelfDevelopment #Comeback #MentalStrength #LifeCoach
Style & Confidence Accelerator
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Did you know it takes just one tenth of a second for someone to form a first impression of you? In this episode, I investigate the psychology behind first impressions and how to make yours powerful, authentic and unforgettable.
Join me, a transformational life coach and personal stylist, as I unpack:
✨ The neuroscience behind snap judgments and the "halo effect"
✨ How your style impacts not just how others see you but how you see yourself
✨ The concept of "strategic authenticity" expressing your true self whilst honouring your professional environment
✨ Three practical tools you can implement this week to instantly elevate your first impression
Whether you're walking into a job interview, client meeting or networking event, this episode will equip you with the mindset and strategies to take control of those crucial first moments.
Ready to stop being invisible and start being unforgettable? Press play and let’s shift how the world sees you.
🔗 Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about the Style and Confidence Accelerator Programme here.
📞Book a FREE discovery call with me
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If the fear of judgment is holding you back from showing up, speaking up or even wearing what you really want to wear , then this episode is for you.
I’m sharing why so many ambitious women stay stuck in the “what will they think?” spiral, how it silently sabotages your confidence and some mindset shifts that will set you free.
You’ll learn:
💭 Why we care what others think (and how to break the habit)
🔥 Four powerful strategies to stop playing small
💃 How to use your personal style as a confidence catalyst
If you're ready to stop shrinking and start shining, this is your moment.
✨ My 4-week 1:1 coaching experience, the Style & Confidence Accelerator. Where we blend mindset work with powerful personal style so you can show up as the most magnetic version of YOU.
🔗 Style & Confidence Accelerator
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