Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

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.

Episodes

September 24, 2025 55 mins
Uncertainty can feel overwhelming, but it’s also where the biggest breakthroughs happen. In this episode, I share stories from my own life about letting go of control, trusting the process, and watching miracles unfold when I stopped forcing outcomes. I share how setbacks turned into blessings, why the people you surround yourself with matter so much, and how to step into opportunities that are bigger than what you imagined. Get re...
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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 t...
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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 crea...
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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...
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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 morn...
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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 t...
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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 yea...
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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 ...
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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 fail...
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Have you ever felt like you’re showing up for everyone else, but not yourself? In this episode, I share the story of going from waiting tables to becoming a Chief Revenue Officer and the lessons I learned along the way about confidence, branding, and sales. I share strategies that helped me rebuild after being fired, the tactics I use to sell without fear, and the practices that keep me showing up confidently in any room. We also t...
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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 t...
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How do you sell with authenticity and keep raising your limits? In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Serhant, star of Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing New York, CEO of SERHANT., and bestselling author of Sell It Like Serhant, to share the strategies for sales success and confidence building. Ryan shares how he went from renting $1,000 apartments to closing billion-dollar deals. I also open up about overcoming a canceled NYC event an...
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How often do you prioritize your own needs? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Pendrick, self-love advocate and founder of GirlTalk Network, to talk about how to live authentically and confidently. We dive into setting boundaries, overcoming burnout, addressing self-doubt, and why self-love is essential. Get ready to learn to take responsibility for your energy and worth, and discover how to align with your true self.  In Th...
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What if the stress, anxiety, and burnout you’re experiencing aren’t just mental, but stored in your nervous system? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nima Rahmany to talk about the root of our emotional struggles and how to actually heal. Dr. Nima created The Overview Method after years as a chiropractor, and now teaches people around the world how to address emotional trauma stored in the body. We dive into attachment wounds, g...
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What’s really holding you back from going after the life you were meant to live? In this episode, the legendary speaker Les Brown shares the mindset that transformed him from a child labeled “educable mentally retarded” to a voice inspiring millions. We talk about how to shift your belief system, speak with power, and take the kind of action that transforms your life. Tune in to learn how to become the kind of person who acts in sp...
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Struggling to stick to your goals? THIS could be why. In this episode, I sit down with happiness expert and bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to break down one self-awareness tool that will help you finally build the habits that WORK for you. We dive into the Four Tendencies framework behind why some people need accountability and others need freedom to thrive. We talk about why understanding your type completely changes how you sh...
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Have you ever crushed a goal and still felt empty? In this episode, I sit down with best-selling author, keynote speaker, and former White House appointee Laura Gassner Otting to talk about why success isn’t always what it seems and what it means to break the “shoulds”. We dive into the difference between being impressive and being fulfilled, how chasing external validation leads to burnout, and why confidence doesn’t come from ple...
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Success isn’t about being loud; it’s about being clear on who you are and doing the work to back it up. In this episode, I sit down with Tiffani Bova, the Chief Growth Evangelist at Salesforce, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and master of sales, strategy, and innovation. She shares how to identify your unique superpower, double down on your strengths, and strategically fill the gaps as you scale. We also talk about the rea...
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Ever wonder how some entrepreneurs seem to blow up on Instagram while others stay stuck? In this episode, I am joined by Natalie Elizabeth Ellis, founder of BossBabe, to share tips and strategies for growing your audience and making stronger connections via Instagram. She shares the viral content strategy that helped her grow 1.7M followers in just 18 months, hacks to grow 28,000 Instagram followers per week, and how you can moneti...
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What if the hardest moment of your week held the key to your biggest growth? In this episode, I share what happened when my son landed in the ER across the country and I couldn’t be there. I break down the lessons I learned about control, compassion, and mindset, and my son ended up reminding me what strength really looks like. I also read a chapter from my first book, Confidence Creator, the story behind one of the biggest keynote...
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