Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Heather Monahan | YAP Media

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...

  • 41 minutes 42 seconds
    Confidence Classic: How Exceptional Leaders Map Decisions, Counter Burnout, and Lead Through Crisis with Dr. Richard Winters, Director of Leadership Development, Mayo Clinic

    When a crisis hits, you don’t get a practice round, you get a choice. In this episode, Dr. Richard Winters, Mayo Clinic emergency physician and Director of Leadership Development, breaks down how exceptional leaders move between rapid-fire crisis decisions and group problem-solving. He shares frameworks that help you decide when to call an expert, when to lead from the front, and when to slow down and get the room aligned. We also talk about how to run better meetings, end toxic back channels, spot and prevent burnout, and create engagement that keeps people showing up. 


    In This Episode, You Will Learn

    • How to MAP DECISIONS using the Cynefin Framework.

    • When to CALL an expert and when to BRING A GROUP TOGETHER to build a shared reality.

    • How to run BETTER MEETINGS with breakouts and report-outs.

    • Why the powerful LEADER does less.

    • Ways to IDENTIFY & COUNTER BURNOUT before cynicism spreads.

    • How to TURN BACK CHANNELS into FORWARD CONVERSATIONS.

    • A COACHING APPROACH to help people problem-solve.

    • STEPS to AMPLIFY ENGAGEMENT so people feel seen, aligned, and purposeful.


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    • Learn more about Dr. Richard Winters HERE


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    3 December 2025, 9:30 am
  • 42 minutes 16 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Build Unshakable Confidence Through Movement, Mindset, & Micro-Habits with Robin Arzón

    Confidence is something you can train just like a muscle. In this episode, Peloton Head Instructor and Vice President of Fitness Programming Robin Arzón shares life-changing strategies to help YOU build confidence, rewrite your story, strengthen your discipline, and create a life anchored in intention, energy, and purpose. Robin breaks down how to ditch the labels holding you back, how micro-habits can pull you out of fear and into momentum, and why movement is medicine for your mindset. Get ready to create boundaries that protect your energy, and the mindset shifts that empower you to dream bigger than your circumstances.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • Why confidence is often a side effect of CONSISTENT hustle.

    • How to DROP LIMITING LABELS and rewrite your identity.

    • Why MOVEMENT can transform anxiety, fear, and self-doubt.

    • The 10-MINUTE DAILY EXERCISE that helps you find clarity and direction.

    • How to DREAM BIGGER using vision boards & intentional goals.

    • Why SELF-CARE is a PREVENTION STRATEGY, not an emergency fix.

    • How to surround yourself with PEOPLE who elevate your ambition.


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    2 December 2025, 9:30 am
  • 33 minutes 53 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Negotiate Like a PRO, Build POWERFUL Relationships, & Close BIG Deals with Molly Fletcher

    The secret to winning any negotiation isn’t aggression, but connection. In this episode, I sit down with Molly Fletcher, the former sports agent known as the female Jerry Maguire, who negotiated over $500 million in deals and represented hundreds of the biggest names in sports. Molly shares how she broke into one of the most male-dominated industries in the world, how she reframed being “the only woman in the room”, and why confidence is built the exact same way athletes build muscle. Get ready to take bold action, negotiate with intention, and show up with the ENERGY of a game changer.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • How to REFRAME being “the only one in the room” into an ADVANTAGE.

    • Why CONFIDENCE is a muscle and how to build it through ACTION.

    • How to turn DEFENSIVENESS into CURIOSITY to move conversations forward.

    • Ways to STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS so deals happen FASTER.

    • Why ENERGY, not time, determines your performance and your burnout risk.

    • How to ALIGN your calendar with your VALUES for better results in work and life.


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    26 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 34 minutes 21 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Lead With Realness, Not Perfection With Andrew Metz

    What if the missing ingredient in your leadership playbook is simply being real? In this episode, I talk to sales leader Andrew Metz about how vulnerability on LinkedIn, relentless front-line experience, and small-scale intimacy tactics (think lunches, micro Q&As, mentor pairings) turn average teams into high-performing ones. Andrew shares repeatable ways to build trust, scale connection, and grow leaders from the inside out. Get ready to learn new ways of showing up as a leader.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • WHY showing vulnerability on LinkedIn creates recruitment and retention advantages.

    • HOW to scale intimacy when you manage 20 or 100 people (small groups, lunches, live Q&As).

    • SIMPLE ways to build confidence in new sellers (mentors, catch them doing something good).

    • HOW to reframe imposter syndrome and use failure as a stepping stone.

    • PRACTICAL rituals that changed a leader’s life (running, quitting alcohol, small daily habits).


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    25 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 43 minutes 19 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Finding Gratitude In Your Hardest Moments With “Gratitude Guru” Chris Schembra

    You’ve heard people say “just be grateful” a million times, but what happens when life is falling apart, you’re in real pain, and that kind of gratitude feels fake? In this episode, I sit down with USA Today’s “Gratitude Guru” Chris Schembra to talk about a completely different and honest approach to gratitude, one that doesn’t ignore your hardest moments, but starts with them. Chris shares how producing hit campaigns, dining with world-class leaders, and hosting intimate, high-end dinners still left him feeling lonely and anxious. Get ready to rethink what gratitude really is, stop pretending everything is “fine,” and start using your hard times as a bridge to deeper confidence, connection, and purpose.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • Why the usual “good vibes only” gratitude advice actually keeps you stuck.

    • How one question around a dinner table has made thousands of people open up and connect.

    • How to turn your hardest memories into a source of meaning, empathy, and power.

    • What stoicism really teaches about pain, obstacles, and emotional resilience.

    • Ways to move from rumination and despair into appreciation and agency.


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    19 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 34 minutes 25 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Lead With Empathy, Strength & Purpose with Dalia Feldheim

    What if the traits you’ve been told make you “too emotional” or “too soft” are actually your greatest leadership strengths? In this episode, I sit down with leadership expert and former global marketing executive Dalia Feldheim to talk about the power of leading with purpose, empathy, and humanity, especially in workplaces that reward the opposite. Dalia shares the story behind the iconic Like a Girl campaign, the warning signs of toxic leadership, and the tools she used to rebuild her confidence after years in a hostile environment. She also breaks down the 5P framework for resilience, the science behind happiness at work, and how to create cultures where people feel seen, safe, and inspired. Get ready to rethink leadership, reclaim your voice, and bring more heart into the workplace.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • Why there is NO such thing as a “masculine” or “feminine” brain.

    • How to FIND YOUR PURPOSE at work and align it with what the world needs.

    • Dalia’s 5P RESILIENCE MODEL to protect your confidence in any workplace.

    • What to do when you’re stuck in a TOXIC culture or under a toxic boss.

    • The #1 DRIVER of work resignation.

    • Ways to INCREASE happiness and engagement at work.


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    18 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 30 minutes 8 seconds
    Confidence Classic: How to Drive More Traffic & Turn Visibility Into Sales with Stacy Tuschl

    Your funnel isn’t broken, you’re just missing the right data. In this episode, I sit down with business growth expert Stacy Tuschl, the woman behind The Foot Traffic Formula and Well-Oiled Operations, to talk about the systems and mindset shifts that turn followers into paying customers. Stacy shares how to spot what your competitors are missing, transform visibility into real revenue, and create momentum that doesn’t depend on algorithms. Get ready to take control of your traffic, your conversions, and your confidence.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • How to FIND what your market is missing.

    • The 3T formula to grow your business FAST.

    • Ways to turn followers into leads and leads into PAYING CLIENTS.

    • How to USE data, not drama, to drive your next big business decision.

    • SCRIPT that generated 100+ leads in one morning.

    • The only 2 KPIs your social team should hit (hint: not followers).


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    • Grab a copy of The Implementation Code: Unlock the Secret to Getting It All Done by Stacy Tuschl HERE!

    • Learn more about Stacy Tuschl HERE!

    • Listen to Foot Traffic Podcast HERE!


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    12 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 33 minutes 43 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Make the Leap From Safety Into Purpose with New York Times Best-selling Author Jon Gordon & Co-author Alex Demczak

    When was the last time your integrity was tested? In this episode, 11x New York Times bestselling author Jon Gordon and speaker Alex Demczak share the lessons behind their new book, The Sale, a powerful fable about character, choices, and success. We talk about how to build integrity into your daily habits, the importance of mentorship, and what it really takes to leap from safety into purpose. I also share the moment I made the wrong call in business and how it shaped every decision that followed. Get ready to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and make your move with courage, clarity, and integrity.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • How to CHOOSE INTEGRITY when pressure and money test your values.

    • Why EVERY BIG LEAP requires courage before confidence.

    • How to FIND MENTORS who push you to grow.

    • Ways to BUILD SELF-AWARENESS to avoid blind spots.

    • The TWO-BOAT framework to leap without sinking.

    • How to use FAILURE as fuel for long-term success.


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    11 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Confidence Classic: Your Energy Defines Your Sexual Chemistry (How to Reignite “The Spark” In Your Relationship) with Ashley Stahl & John Wineland

    Today, I’m testing something new. In this episode, I share a conversation from my friend Ashley Stahl’s You Turn Podcast with intimacy teacher John Wineland, and adding my own take on why so many high-achievers feel stuck in love. We dive into feminine vs. masculine energy, how trust and resentment kill desire, shifts to rebuild polarity even in long-term relationships, and MORE. I also share why I’m exploring this topic now, what I’ve learned about my own energy, and how I’m innovating the show to better serve you! Tune in, take notes, and get ready to shift how you show up in love, leadership, and life.


    In This Episode You Will Learn

    • The #1 REASON sexual attraction fades.

    • How to RESTORE sexual polarity.

    • Feminine vs. masculine ENERGY basics you can use today.

    • Why “THE SPARK” is often childhood programming.

    • The cues that make long-term partners FEEL seen and safe.

    • A simple way to TRANSITION OUT OF WORK MODE so love can feel you again.

    • The personal practices that make you MAGNETIC.


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    5 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 46 minutes 1 second
    3 Steps to Handle Any Difficult Conversation & Negotiate With Confidence with Kwame Christian

    Hard conversation on your calendar? Breathe! You’ve got a playbook now. In this episode, negotiation expert Kwame Christian shares how to stay calm under pressure, be heard without getting heated, and turn conflict into collaboration. We break down the 3-step Compassionate Curiosity method, the empathy loop that makes people feel understood, and how to find the leverage you’re missing. Get ready to learn scripts and mindset shifts you can use at work, at home, and anywhere stakes feel high.


    In This Episode, You Will Learn

    • The 3-STEP COMPASSIONATE CURIOSITY FRAMEWORK to handle any hard conversation.

    • How to ACKNOWLEDGE & VALIDATE EMOTIONS to lower the emotional temperature.

    • The OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS that build rapport.

    • How to see the OPPORTUNITY overshadowed by the power element.

    • How to SHIFT from EGOCENTRIC to EMPATHETIC PERSUASION so your message lands.

    • The EMPATHY LOOP that makes people feel heard.


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    • Listen to Kwame’s podcast HERE
    • Learn more about Kwame HERE
    • Grab your copy of Kwame’s book How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race HERE


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    4 November 2025, 9:30 am
  • 38 minutes 51 seconds
    Confidence Classic: Make More Money & Do More Good with Derrick Kinney, CEO of Good Money Framework

    What if the fastest way to grow your income is to give more away? In this Confidence Classic, I sit down with Derrick Kinney to break down the Generosity Purpose framework, which helps you make more money by aligning your business with a cause you care about. We talk about the DM strategy that actually opens doors, why giving back increases trust and referrals, and how to turn a $25 book into $5K-$10K in ROI. Get ready to rethink money, reignite meaning in your career, and learn the moves that simultaneously boost profits and impact.


    In This Episode, You Will Learn

    • How to USE A “GENEROSITY PURPOSE” to differentiate your brand and drive ROI.

    • The RULE OF FIVE daily actions that compound into big outcomes.

    • How to SHIFT from “LOSE-WIN” giving to a WIN-WIN-WIN flywheel.

    • Ways to REWRITE SCARCITY BELIEFS and build a confident money mindset.

    • What to TEACH KIDS about being CREATORS of money.

    • How to set an INCOME TARGET and reverse-engineer it into action.

    • The mindset reframe to break POVERTY BELIEFS and money guilt.


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    • Grab your copy of Derrick’s book Good Money Revolution HERE
    • Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan


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    29 October 2025, 9:30 am
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