School of Self-Worth
School of Self-Worth is a purposeful podcast and community for the ambitious woman who knows she is worthy of an astoundingly great life. Join us weekly as we redefine success, set and sustain boundaries, and reclaim your self-worth.
Hosted by Nicole Tsong, bestselling author, former journalist, and work/life balance coach, who helps professional women live an aligned life. We will have diverse and meaningful conversations with successful women from all walks of life who share insight about what it takes to be brave, joyful, and yourself every day.
Every single episode is thoughtfully designed to leave you feeling empowered, with tangible tips and advice that will lead you to your next breakthrough.
Episodes
141 episodes
140: Why you’re still not being seen as a leader, even though you’re capable
In this episode, I dig into why talented, high-achieving women, especially Asian American women, are often overlooked as leaders at work. Here’s the truth — it’s not really about confidence, communication skills, or how much you prepare, even t...
139: How Brilliant Asian-American Women Turn into the Invisible Backbone
You’re the one everyone relies on.You deliver. You solve problems. You hold everything together.So why are you still being overlooked?In this episode, Nicole breaks down the hidden dynamic keeping so many high-perform...
Ep 138: {Alumni Series} Defining Yourself Beyond Your Job with Jenny Zhang
What happens when you stop letting your work define you? In this deeply honest conversation, Nicole sits down with her longtime client, Jenny Zhang—a leader in the oncology and biotech space—whose career once demanded nearly everyth...
Ep 137: {Best of Podcast} Stop Over-explaining for Powerful Communication
We chose to bring this popular episode back because the patterns it speaks to don’t just disappear, they resurface in new seasons.As many of you are stepping into bigger leadership roles or simply having more nuanced conversations at wor...
Ep 136: Do this when you've been passed over for promotion
You’re doing great work. You’re getting positive feedback.So why are you still being passed over?In this episode, Nicole unpacks a pattern she sees in high-performing Asian American women who are praised behind the scenes but over...
Ep 135: Breaking the Model Minority Myth with Pooja Kothari
What does equity actually look like in everyday life—and how do we begin dismantling the systems we’re all swimming in?In this powerful conversation, Nicole sits down with equity educator and former public defender Pooja Kothari to expl...
Ep 134: A Heros Journey
If you set big goals in January and you’re already feeling unsteady about them, this episode is for you.In today’s powerful episode, Nicole introduces a transformative reframe: You are always on a hero’s journey. The question is — ...
Ep 133: {BEST OF PODCAST} 3 Things I’ve Stopped Compromising On About Self-Worth
There are moments in the year that naturally invite recalibration — in our careers, relationships, and how we show up for ourselves. If you’ve been feeling the pull to tighten your boundaries or honor your worth more deeply, this episode is the...
Ep 132: Powerful strategies for fast, intuitive decision-making with mastermind alumni Laura Luna
How do you find yourself again after walking away from the career that once defined you?In the latest addition to our Alumni Series, I sit down with transformational leadership coach Laura Saldivar Luna, founder of Piñata Possible. After...
Ep 131: My Theme for 2026
A new year invites possibility, but only if you make space to step into it.In this episode of School of Self-Worth, Nicole Tsong shares the developmental theme she’s carrying into 2026 and the deeper reflection that led her there. After ...
130: Top 6 Lessons in 2025
What if slowing down, asking for help, and surrendering control are actually the keys to unlocking your next level in 2026? In this deeply personal and expansive year-in-review episode, Nicole reflects on the six most transformative...
129: {Alumni Series Rerun} Pivoting from Corporate to Running a Dream Business with Kim Moy
Have you been considering a pivot from a corporate job to pursue a dream? I’m thrilled to introduce you today to my client, Kim Moy, a YCC and Mastermind alumni. Kim spent years in a corporate job but knew she was being called to so...
128: How Judgement is Making Your Visibility Problem Worse
Did you know that Asian American women make up less than 3% of leadership in corporate America? Those numbers aren’t about ability—they signal something deeper influencing visibility, leadership, and self-worth.In this episode of t...
127: {Best of PODCAST} How to Be Less Emotionally Reactive with Nicole Tsong
Maybe you don’t do this….But I know I tend to pack a LOT into summer.Quick weekend trips, longer vacations, social time with friends outside……. All on top of the work that never stops.Suddenly, you find yoursel...
126: {YCC Alumni Series} Breaking the Cycle of Achievement with Ash
Have you ever reached a huge milestone, only to wonder, “Is this it?”In this YCC Alumni series, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my former client, Ash. When she first came to me, she had just moved to a new city and was feeling mo...
125: What I learned about surrender and rest during pregnancy
Do you ever feel like slowing down means you’re falling behind? Do you have a hard time letting go of control? What if I told you that the moment you surrender is the moment everything could start to align?In this...
124: Dealing with Judgemental People
Have you ever held yourself back because you were afraid of what other people might think?If the fear of being judged has ever stopped you from speaking up, showing up, or going after what you want, then this episode is for you...
123: Rising from Refugee Roots to CEO with Samantha Le
In this episode of School of Self-Worth, I had the pleasure of interviewing Samantha Le, an inspiring Vietnamese American refugee, and CEO of the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. Our conversation dives deep into grit, resilience, and what...
122: How to Unlearn Asian Guilt
Have you ever asked yourself what it would feel like to live a life without guilt? I mean, would that be a gamechanger or what?But guilt, especially Asian guilt, is something that might be haunting you wherever you go. <...
121: {Best of Podcast} 3 Main Causes of Overwhelm
I’m bringing back one of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast because it’s that relevant right now.In this replay, I break down the three biggest causes of overwhelm for Asian-American women — and share one powe...
120: Breaking the Cycle of Financial Anxiety with Shang Saavedra of Save My Cents
Growing up with Asian parents, you might have a frugal money mind-set that makes you risk averse.That’s what happened to Shang Saavedra, personal finance expert and author of "Wealth is a Mindset.”Which is why her story is so powe...
119: The Thing Asian-American Women Get Wrong about Gravitas
Have you ever gotten the feedback that you lack gravitas? Or that you don’t have the presence of a leader?In this episode, I dive into just what gravitas is — and the essential thing you’re getting WRONG about gravitas (and what you real...
118: Uncover Your Full Potential — the 3 Main Blocks
Do you ever feel like you’re not fully living up to your potential? Like you know there’s more inside you, and you’re just not sure how to get that version of you out there? Then today’s episode is for you! I’ve seen so ...
117: Developing Confidence, Strength and Grit with Armoire CEO Ambika Singh
When Armoire CEO Ambika Singh founded her clothing rental company, she had no idea how much grit she was gonna need to source.It turns out it was a lot.I had the opportunity to sit down with Ambika and talk about how much Armoire ...