Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Perfectionism isn’t one-size-fits-all. It shows up in ways you may not even realize. In this episode, I sit down with psychotherapist and author Katherine Morgan Schafler to talk about how perfectionism fuels growth instead of stress. Katherine shares the five types of perfectionists, how to identify your own patterns, and why perfectionism without boundaries often turns destructive. We also dive into how to channel perfectionist tendencies into self-awareness, resilience, and real power rather than burnout or fear. Tune in to discover how to reframe perfectionism not as a flaw to fix, but as a signal of your drive and potential. In This Episode You Will Learn PERFECTIONISM is not a flaw but a POWER with the right boundaries. The DIFFERENCE between manipulation and influence. The 3 STEP SELF-COMPASSION framework that builds resilience and confidence.  Why PERFECTIONISM in men is celebrated but in women criticized. Why asking for HELP is actually a SIGN OF DETERMINATION. How REFRAMING control shifts your approach to goals. The FIVE TYPES of perfectionists and how each one shows up in life and work. Resources + Links Learn more about Katherine: ⁠www.katherineschafler.com⁠ & ⁠www.perfectionistsguide.com⁠ Read ⁠The Perfectionist's Guide To Losing Control⁠  Take the ⁠Perfectionism Profile Quiz⁠ Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Katherine on Instagram

What separates the best of the best from everyone else? In this episode, I sit down with performance coach and bestselling author Alan Stein Jr., who shares habits behind NBA icons like Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Kobe Bryant, and how the same principles apply to business, leadership, and life. We talk about standards vs. goals, blending confidence with humility, purposeful practice in the “unseen hours,” and why discipline creates freedom. Alan also shares the strategies to reduce stress, escape stagnation, and prevent burnout, including my traffic gratitude hack. Get ready to master your craft with daily choices that build tomorrow’s results. In This Episode, You Will Learn Why STANDARDS > GOALS and how today’s choices build tomorrow’s results. Why DISCIPLINE creates FREEDOM in every area of life. How purposeful PRACTICE and REPETITION lead to mastery. Steph Curry’s FREE-THROW STANDARD that separates the greats. How HUMILITY and COACHABILITY fuel continuous growth. Why KIND SELF-TALK and VULNERABILITY build unshakable confidence. Resources + Links Get your copy of Alan’s “Sustain Your Game” HERE⁠ Learn more about Alan at ⁠alansteinjr.com⁠ & ⁠strongerteam.com⁠  Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Alan Stein Jr. on LinkedIn⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, Instagram & X

Getting fired doesn’t mean you failed. It means you’re in powerful company and standing at a new beginning. In this episode, I share how getting fired pushed me out of a life I’d outgrown and into my purpose. I break down how to turn uncertainty into possibility, why responding, not reacting, gives you instant power in any room, and a sample script for confronting workplace bullying. Get ready to choose FAITH over fear so the right doors start opening. In This Episode You Will Learn Why GETTING FIRED puts you in GOOD COMPANY. How to spot your “MAGIC moments” and turn them into a purpose. A sample SCRIPT to ADDRESS workplace bullying with confidence. How to SPOT and ASK for signs that confirm your direction. Framework to PROTECT your mindset during setbacks. PRACTICES to lead with gratitude, and move with faith over fear. Resources + Links Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

What if the lowest point of your life became the turning point toward your greatest success? In this episode, I sit down with Glenn Lundy to talk about how your mindset and energy shape your reality, why sharing your story inspires connection and service, and how the L.E.A.D.D. framework transforms leadership in life and business. Glenn also shares how to connect with anyone, why a people-first approach drives success, and the morning routine that resets your mindset. Tune in to discover how to communicate with impact, lead with confidence, and attract bigger opportunities. In This Episode, You Will Learn How frequency and energy shape the opportunities you see and attract. Why sharing your story (even the hard parts) inspires and heals. The L.E.A.D.D. framework for becoming a stronger leader. How to use the tone scale for better communication. Morning routine to protect your mindset and momentum. Resources + Links Visit Glenn’s Website: ⁠glennlundy.com⁠ Join ⁠800% Elite Automotive Club⁠  Listen to ⁠#RiseandGrind w/Glenn Lundy⁠ & ⁠Breakfast With Champions⁠   Read Glenn’s book ⁠The Morning 5 ebook⁠ Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Glenn on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook & X

Are you waiting for the “perfect moment” to chase your dreams, or hesitating because of fear? In this episode, I share why you must act before you feel ready and how I built confidence after being fired from corporate America. I also break down how a 30 day plan helped me rebuild self-trust, why fear signals you’re on the right path, and how to find the right “room” of supporters, like those I found during the pandemic. Get ready to trade hesitation for action and unlock the confident version of yourself. In This Episode, You Will Learn Why fear signals you’re on the right path. How to stop overthinking and start doing. The 30 day plan that helped me rebuild self-trust after setbacks. Why waiting for confidence actually keeps you stuck. How to reframe setbacks as the setup for your next breakthrough. Resources + Links Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn

What if your dream comes true, but your health collapses the same day? In this episode, Lisa Bilyeu, co-founder of Quest Nutrition and president of Impact Theory Studios, gets radically honest about how she went from supporting her husband’s dream to co-founding a billion-dollar brand, overcoming a devastating health crisis, and learning to set boundaries. We talk about how to break free from the “purgatory of the mundane,” the years you lose by putting your own dreams on hold, the mindset for moving forward before you feel ready, and how to take full ownership of your life without falling into blame. Tune in and discover how to create confidence, protect your health, and finally build a life that feels true to YOU. In This Episode You Will Learn Why mindset + health are THE NON-NEGOTIABLE in business and life. The radical confidence FORMULA to move forward without waiting to “feel ready”. How to BREAK FREE from the sunk cost fallacy keeps you stuck. The daily PRACTICES Lisa used to rebuild after a health collapse. How to REALITY CHECK your goals and tradeoffs to align with your life. How to set BOUNDARIES with clarity, repetition, and grace. Resources + Links Grab your copy of Lisa’s book “Radical Confidence” at radicalconfidence.com Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Lisa on Instagram & X

What would you do if you built a career most people envy, but deep down, you knew it wasn’t the life you truly wanted? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Gail Saltz about the courage it takes to make a massive life and career pivot, even when it means facing judgment, stigma, and fear head on. Dr. Saltz shares how to navigate criticism from colleagues, let go of shame, and build a career that aligns with your passion and purpose. We also dive into how to reframe “disabilities” as unique strengths, move past fear, and own the truth of who you are. Give yourself the courage to unlock your unique gifts, reframe challenges, and use your voice to make a bigger impact. In This Episode You Will Learn How to PUSH THROUGH STIGMA and judgment when making a big change. Why LETTING GO OF SHAME is essential to living authentically. Mindset SHIFTS that help you move past fear and self-doubt. Tips to recognize your UNIQUE STRENGTHS. How to BUILD a life and career that’s aligned with who you really are. Resources + Links Buy Dr. Gail’s book ⁠The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder and Genius⁠ Check out ⁠The National Institute of Mental Health⁠ Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Dr. Gail on Website & ⁠Twitter

Have you ever second guessed yourself or worried about not “fitting in”? In this episode, I sit down with Peloton Master Instructor Cody Rigsby to talk about what it really takes to build confidence, stand out, and stay grounded while chasing your goals. We dive into how Cody turned self-doubt into presence, how to handle criticism without shrinking, and why your quirks are actually your superpower. I also share how to reframe failure as feedback, why confidence is built through action (not waiting until you feel ready), and how rejection can actually become your best redirection. Get ready to let go of the pressure to be perfect, and learn how to own what makes you… YOU. In This Episode You Will Learn How to REFRAME failure as FEEDBACK. What to do when CRITICISM or JUDGMENT makes you want to shrink. How to recognize your QUIRKS as your SUPERPOWER. Why AUTHENTICITY attracts more opportunities than PERFECTION. Daily habits that help you show up CONSISTENTLY with energy. How to stop COMPARISON from stealing your confidence. Resources + Links Cody’s Website: ⁠https://www.onepeloton.com/instructors/bike/codyrigsby Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Cody on Instagram

Explore the journey from waiting tables to leading as a Chief Revenue Officer! Discover how confidence, branding, and sales intertwine for success. Learn tactics to sell fearlessly and transform selling into a service. Unlock effective strategies for personal branding using AI and impactful communication. Gain insights on negotiating with skill and turning objections into opportunities. Plus, embrace a mindset that reframes sales as helping others and boosts your confidence in every situation!

What if you could face fear head-on, own your power, and finally stop holding yourself back ALL at the same time? In this episode, I’ve pulled together three of my most impactful solo episodes to give you the ultimate confidence reset. I talk about how to find courage when you feel completely intimidated, why trusting yourself is the fastest way to quiet fear, and how to take back your power in any situation. I also dive into the truth about “bad timing,” why self-doubt is a signal to move forward (not stop), and how embracing your authentic self opens the door to new opportunities. Tune in and get ready to take back your power and make your move confidently. In This Episode You Will Learn How to GIVE YOURSELF GRACE during challenges and setbacks. Finding COURAGE when you feel completely intimidated. Why TRUSTING YOURSELF beats listening to your fears. The SECRET to TAKING BACK YOUR POWER in any situation. Believing in your POTENTIAL even when the timing feels wrong. Facing SELF-DOUBT HEAD ON so you can grow faster. Why AUTHENTICITY attracts more opportunities and respect. Resources + Links Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn