
Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan
Looking to take your life to the next level? Each week Heather sits down to share with you the techniques and strategies to create your confidence, pursue your dreams and leapfrog the villains you’ll meet along the way. After successfully shattering the glass ceiling in corporate America, Heather is now a best-selling author, professional speaker and entrepreneur. She is currently pulling back the curtain to expose what it takes to get ahead in business and life so you can claim the greatness that you deserve. Find out why USA Today, CNN, and Steve Harvey have all featured her and most recently seen as a guest lecturer at Harvard.
Latest episodes

Mar 19, 2024 • 28min
#410: What To Do BEFORE You Get Fired: Build Your Brand, Find Opportunities, & Stay Resilient with Heather!
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
What you need to start building your brand today
How to not be caught off guard if you are fired or laid off
Why you need to ask for HELP when you need it
The step by step list for getting back on your feet
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Visit CBDistillery.com and use code CONFIDENCE for 20% off.
Show Notes: When I was fired, I was totally blindsided. I was not prepared and that terrified me. But being fired ended up being such a blessing! I was able to turn that tragedy into OPPORTUNITY. And so can you! So you aren’t caught unawares like me, here is what I wish I knew back then. I’ll share all my best tips for building up your own brand, generating new opportunities, and building a solid support network. Start creating your confidence now! And if you have been fired, remember that you are in GOOD company! If You Liked This Episode You Might Also Like These Episodes:#373: Become LIMITLESS: Unlock Your Brain's Full POTENTIAL with Jim Kwik #1 Brain Coach#397: REBUKE The Negativity: Be The Joy You Want To See with Heather!#376: My Top Tips to MASTER Positivity When Things Keep Going Wrong with Heather!

Mar 13, 2024 • 28min
#409: Why Fear Is a Greenlight That Says GO: Day 1 In Saudi Arabia With Heather!
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
Why I was so wrong to be nervous about my trip to Saudi Arabia
My huge revelations from taking bold action at LEAP
Not letting fears get the best of you
Why you have to be able to roll with the punches
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Follow me on instagram: @heathermonahan
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Show Notes: I’m back from Saudi Arabia! And let me tell you, I have a ton to share. You know that last week I was so nervous for this trip. But I have learned that worrying never helps anyone. It is so much better to just have faith it all will work out instead. And guess what? My first day in Saudi Arabia was incredible! A total whirlwind with some unexpected twists and bumps to be sure. I am so thankful for all the people who extended their hospitality to me and all I learned that day. Want to know everything that went down? Listen in!

Mar 12, 2024 • 39min
#408: BEST OF - The Power of Changing Your HABITS: My Favorite Strategies for Career & Relationship Growth with Amy Morin, Katy Stoka, & John Assaraf
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
The truth behind the hierarchy for habit change
The easy way to start replacing automatic negative habits with positive ones
How self-awareness and accountability will dramatically transform your day to day routines
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Show Notes: Are you STUCK in a habit? We all know that nothing happens if we don’t change our go-to behaviors. But it can feel insurmountable to tackle those long ingrained habits! When times get tough, I also fall back on my familiar patterns. But these habits are holding us back! So today let’s spend some time with some of my favorite experts on breaking bad habits and building positive growth. I’ve collected the most impactful bits of advice from past episodes so we can supercharge our routines. Let’s embrace this change together!-01:32 Amy Morin- #305: The 13 things Mentally Strong People DON'T Do-12:19 Katy Stoka- #375: How To Identify and ELIMINATE The Habits Holding You Back-23:48 John Assaraf- #361: Rewire Your Brain to UNLOCK The Science of SuccessIf You Liked This Episode You Might Also Like These Episodes:#393: LEAVE The Past, EMBRACE The Present, & FORECAST The Future With Heather!#371: STOP Struggling with Anxiety: The 9 Best Tools To Thrive in a Stressful World with Dr. David Rosmarin Harvard Medical School Professor, Program Director at McLean Hospital, & Founder of Center for Anxiety#383: The Stop Apologizing Challenge: How To Empower Yourself In Work & Relationships With Heather!

Mar 6, 2024 • 32min
#407: Listener Favorite- Plant The Seed: Harnessing the Power of New Opportunities With Heather!
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
Clearing your queue & leaving room for new opportunities to populate
Creating clarity around what you want & attracting it
Giving yourself time to generate the results you are looking for
Getting ready for massive change
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free, at NetSuite.com/monahan
Start your free month now at justworks.com/confidence
Show Notes: Change takes time! I always say that you can’t expect the seeds you plant today to immediately flourish. But sometimes miracles do happen in an instant. It’s about leaving the space open for changes to occur. Sometimes you have to wait years and sometimes it all transforms at once. The point is to be clear on what you want and create the space for it to happen! You will see results. I just know it!

Mar 5, 2024 • 56min
#406: You Can Be REMARKABLE: The Guide To Growth, Grit, & Grace with Guy Kawasaki Chief Evangelist of Canva & Remarkable People Podcast Creator
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
The straightforward guide to becoming remarkable
How you can shift your mindset to building a better future
The power of doing good & how it reflects back on you
The common denominator between 200 remarkable people
Resources:
Website: guykawasaki.com
Read Think Remarkable
Listen to Remarkable People Podcast
Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram & LinkedIn: @GuyKawasaki
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free, at NetSuite.com/monahan
Start your free month now at justworks.com/confidence
Show Notes: What if you could be remarkable? Today we are beyond thrilled to share the microphone with none other than Guy Kawasaki, a beacon of ingenuity and the mastermind behind the Remarkable People podcast and author of Think Remarkable. He is here to break it down! After interviewing 200 remarkable people, Guy has determined the common denominator and is here to share it with us. Let’s take this wisdom and run with it! Are you ready?If You Liked This Episode You Might Also Like These Episodes:#374: How I Get Through Tough Times & Find My Happiness with Heather!#391: Plant The Seed: Harnessing the Power of New Opportunities With Heather!#395: Embrace Faith, Let Go Of Fear, & Make Room For The BLESSINGS with Heather!

Feb 28, 2024 • 18min
#405: The Art Of Challenging Yourself: My Tips For Leaning Into Fear With Heather!
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
How I multiplied one opportunity into many by saying YES
The best tips for finding common ground in new situations
Stepping into fear and embracing risk
Why you need to follow me as I go to Saudi Arabia for the first time!
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Follow me on instagram: @heathermonahan
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Use promo code CONFIDENCE for 15% off sitewide at https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/Confidence
Show Notes: Are you ready for my latest adventure? I am currently gearing up for a monumental event in Saudi Arabia and I am beyond excited. This is totally new for me. But I've been immersing myself in the unknown, facing fears, and seizing every opportunity that comes my way. Join me as I take you through the exhilarating journey of stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing growth. How are you challenging yourself this week?

Feb 27, 2024 • 39min
#404: BEST OF - Top Tips On Navigating CHANGE From Holding On To Moving Forward
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
Embracing uncertainty and unexpected opportunities
What happens when you let go of what is holding you back
Setting yourself up for massive growth
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Use promo code CONFIDENCE for 15% off sitewide at https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/Confidence
Show Notes: One of the top things people fear is CHANGE! But change can be a blessing in disguise. Today, we're diving into a special compilation of insights and stories that celebrate resilience, growth, and the importance of navigating change in both our personal and professional lives. We need to stop choosing the safe path. Let’s embrace change for what it really is: a signal for new opportunities. It may be scary but we can face it head on, together!-00:50 Heather Monahan- #391: Plant the Seed: Harnessing the Power of New Opportunities-10:25 Lori Harder- #378: Pivot Mastery Unleashed -22:32 Heather Monahan- #370: Your Roadmap To Navigating ChangeIf You Liked This Episode You Might Also Like These Episodes:#387: Become The BEST Version of Yourself in 2024! With Heather!#372: Top Secrets for Unshakeable Confidence with Heather!#389: STOP Settling & START Pursuing Your Potential In 2024 With Heather!

Feb 21, 2024 • 17min
#403: Your Empowerment Blueprint: Mastering Confidence & Boundaries with Heather!
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
The best ways to handle people dedicated to bringing you down
What happens when you stop waiting on others to change
How leaving negativity will change your life for the better
Resources:
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Visit CBDistillery.com and use code CONFIDENCE for 20% off
Show Notes: Do you have villains bringing you down? Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's close to my heart – dealing with workplace bullying and disrespect. I received a powerful message from a listener who's grappling with this very issue, and you know I get it! It's essential to remind yourself that you deserve better and have the power to make a change. The haters are always going to hate! You just need to decide: are you going to listen?

Feb 20, 2024 • 46min
#402: Conflict into Connection: The Art of Effective Communication with Charles Duhigg Pulitzer Prize-winning Reporter & Bestselling Author
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
How to stop controlling conflicts & start collaborating on them
The key to listening
Why you have to do this 15 second exercise before every hard conversation
How making connections leads to happiness
Resources:
Website: www.charlesduhigg.com
Read Supercommunicator: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection
Listen to How to!
Email charles@charlsduhigg.com
Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn: @Charles Duhigg
Twitter: @cduhigg
Visit heathermonahan.com
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
Visit CBDistillery.com and use code CONFIDENCE for 20% off
Show Notes: Have you ever gone into a hard conversation and seen communication completely break down? What is the best way to get on the same page with someone? How do we get our point across or simply support someone going through a tough time? Thankfully, good communication doesn’t have to be a guessing game! To share all of his best strategies with us, we have Charles Duhigg, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and acclaimed author of "The Power of Habit" and brand new book, “Supercommunicator: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection”. Let’s be done with boring small talk and miscommunication! Together we can start building connections instead.If You Liked This Episode You Might Also Like These Episodes:#314: How To Go From Intimidated To EMPOWERED with Heather!#358: The Key To Turning Tragedy Into Triumph With Heather!#313: Listener Favorite: Get UNSTUCK From Your Negative Thoughts with Trish Blackwell Top-Ranked Podcast Host & Confidence Coach

Feb 14, 2024 • 33min
#401: Listener Favorite- How To Get Motivated When YOU Aren't Feeling It, with Heather!
In This Episode You Will Learn About:
Hear the top hacks Heather has learned this week from interviewing countless founders and billionaires for upcoming episodes.
Be reminded of some of the most simple hacks to get what you want but you’ve probably forgotten.
The simple 4-step process to living your best life this year!
Resources:
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator
Check out my reel and let me know what you think
Watch the Vous Church sermon
Show Notes: We always forget how strong we TRULY are. Take some time to reflect and cheer yourself on; you’re capable of way more than you know! I recently injured myself and I’m finally back to my regular schedule, and it feels GREAT! I’ve been chatting with some incredible guests for the new year, and it reminded me just how IMPORTANT focusing on the solution is, instead of dwelling on the problem. Your positivity will be contagious and attract even more success!