Building Confidence Through Authenticity and Visibility with Denese Longsworth
1h 7m | Sep 16, 2026This episode is for you. You have that idea on your mind, but you’re letting what you don’t have get in the way of what you could have. You feel fear, doubt, and all the other things holding you back. And, you just need that bit of encouragement. Well, here it is! In this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, I sit down with Denese Longsworth and we discuss the importance of asking for help, building visibility, and fostering community engagement. Denese is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, creator of community, podcast producer, voice over artist and public speaker.
In this episode, Denese shares her journey in both navigating the podcasting industry and creating her own social work agency. She highlights the importance of community, collaboration, and support among Women of Color. And, she discusses her experiences and challenges in creating Podcasters of New Jersey and the PODWORK Virtual Summit.
Denese and I emphasize the value of relationships and the lessons learned from rejections, ultimately advocating for supportive communities that foster growth and empowerment. We explore how to build confidence through authenticity, embrace your unique journey, and prioritize your well-being while pursuing your goals.
We talk:
09:04 - The importance of asking for help
11:58 - The role of community in growth
21:10 - The value of relationships in entrepreneurship
34:58 - Visibility and community engagement
40:31 - Building confidence through authenticity
54:19 - Entrepreneurship: responsibility and freedom
Episode References:
Building Confidence and Success Through Affirmations with Deandre Raquel Bacon
Discovering Your Calling through Connection and Resilience with Erin Pompa
From Dream Job to Dream Life: A Cannabis Journey with Lucille Verde
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