Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Kute Blackson is a transformational teacher and bestselling author, known for his insights on surrender and authentic living. In this discussion, he redefines surrender as a powerful pathway to freedom rather than a sign of weakness. Kute highlights how the ego's control limits opportunities and explains that true surrender requires grieving what’s lost. He emphasizes the importance of truth-telling and recognizing pain as feedback for realignment. Ultimately, he shares how letting go creates space for greater blessings and alignment with our deeper purpose.

Join Jamie Kern Lima, founder of IT Cosmetics, who turned rejection into a billion-dollar success story. She shares her journey from her living room to becoming the first female CEO of L'Oréal. Jamie discusses the importance of trusting your intuition over critics and how setbacks can lead to greater success. Learn about her unique ‘microphone’ tool to protect your energy and the visualization technique that helped her ace a pivotal QVC pitch. This inspiring conversation emphasizes believing in yourself even when the world says no.

Confidence is built through action, not a feeling to wait for. Learn how to act confidently, leverage body language, and pitch bold initiatives in Q4 for next year’s success. Heather shares her experiences with imposter fears and how being called ‘delusional’ can actually be a compliment. Discover effective sales strategies and the importance of personal branding for global opportunities. Plus, hear about her interview with billionaire Peter Jones, whose advice encourages going bigger and embracing risks.

In this engaging discussion, Ben Newman, a performance coach and bestselling author who has guided Fortune 500 leaders and top athletes, shares his insights on overcoming adversity. He highlights how challenges can lead to significant victories and the importance of having a strong purpose. Ben emphasizes the necessity of coaches and accountability for personal growth, describes his life-changing daily prayer, and introduces the Prizefighter Day framework to enhance daily consistency and build confidence. Tune in for actionable strategies to ignite your inner fire!

Explore the power of surrendering control and embracing uncertainty as key to personal growth. Discover how emotional outbursts can disrupt team dynamics and the importance of surrounding yourself with true champions. Learn from real estate stories that highlight trusting the timing of life and the magic of flexible expectations. Heather also emphasizes the value of effective communication in relationships to prevent distance, and the significance of self-care on mood and performance. Get inspired to cultivate faith in yourself!

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