Summary
In this episode of Deals with Heals, host Debra Bowers interviews Simone Knego, an international speaker and author, who shares her journey from being a CPA to a successful entrepreneur. Simone discusses her experiences climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the lessons learned from her failures, and the importance of self-respect and confidence. She introduces her REAL method for building unshakable confidence and emphasizes the significance of self-talk and setting boundaries. The conversation also touches on her mother-daughter podcast and the impact of sharing personal stories.
Takeaways
- Simone Knego transitioned from a CPA to an entrepreneur after discovering her passion for storytelling.
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro was a pivotal experience that helped Simone overcome self-doubt.
- The little choices we make every day can lead to significant changes in our lives.
- Simone's new book, 'Real Confidence', focuses on building confidence in women.
- The REAL method stands for Respect Yourself, Embrace Your Failures, Ask Yourself What You Want, and Live Without Limits.
- Self-respect is crucial for personal growth and setting boundaries.
- Embracing failure is essential for learning and growth.
- Women often struggle to prioritize their own needs and desires.
- Positive self-talk is vital for building confidence and self-esteem.
- Sharing personal stories can foster connection and understanding.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Simone Knego
01:12 Simone's Entrepreneurial Journey
02:46 Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: A Life-Changing Experience
06:00 Books and Writing Journey
10:31 The Mother-Daughter Podcast
16:26 The REAL Method for Building Confidence
27:40 Living Without Limits and Self-Respect
Simone's second book is coming out 2/3/2026. REAL Confidence: A Simple Guide to Go From Unsure to Unshakeable
Find out more and preorder her book on her website https://simoneknego.com/
Connect with Simone at simone@simoneknego.com
or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-knego-7965701a3/
Listen to her podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/her-unshakeable-confidence-podcast/id1667058474
You can learn more about us and our host Debra Bowers on our website https://www.dealswithheels.com
Learn more about Debra's advertising agency Hexagon Media at https://www.hexagonmedia.net
Connect with Debra on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-bowers/
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