Own Your Story: Build Confidence & Be Seen with Thomas R. Wilson

What if the thing that made you feel different is actually one of your greatest strengths? In this episode of Work Besties Who Podcast, Jess and Claude sit down with storyteller, writer and advocate Thomas R. Wilson to explore how owning your story can help you build confidence, embrace creativity and feel more seen. Thomas shares how storytelling became a source of connection and belonging in his own life—and why creativity isn’t reserved for writers, artists or performers. Sometimes it’s problem-solving. Sometimes it’s finding your voice. And sometimes it’s simply creating something because it brings you joy. Together, they talk about perfectionism, learning to trust compliments, strength-based thinking, finding your people and why sharing your story doesn’t mean sharing every part of yourself. Because confidence doesn’t always come before you tell your story. Sometimes telling—and owning—your story is how you build it. IN THIS EPISODE: • How storytelling can help us feel less alone • Why creativity belongs to everyone • Creating something just for yourself • Why perfectionism can become a defense mechanism • Learning to see your strengths differently • Strength-based vs. deficit-based thinking • How community helps us find our voice • Why owning your story doesn’t mean oversharing • How knowing your worth, strengths and power builds confidence QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can owning your story help you build confidence? Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband