Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Why Q4 Is the Time to Go BIGGER with Heather!

Oct 1, 2025

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.

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ADVICE

Make Q4 Your Pitch Window

Pitch raises, promotions, clients, or new initiatives in Q4 because planning and budgets are decided then.
Frame your ask by showing how it delivers future value and outcomes for the organization.

ANECDOTE

Dubai Trip Launched Her Brand

Heather nearly canceled a first trip to the Middle East due to fear but went and expanded her brand dramatically.
That first leap led to major speaking opportunities and boosted her confidence internationally.

ADVICE

Show Up Consistently On Your Brand

Build your personal brand by showing up consistently and adding value on social media to attract opportunities.
Leverage accumulated expertise to teach and showcase your POV so people know, like, and trust you.

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Confidence isn’t something you’re born with, but something you build. In this episode, I share why confidence is always the by-product of action, not a feeling you wait for. I talk about my experience in the C-suite, the fears I carried that turned out to be wasted energy, and how bold moves in Q4 can set you up for massive success next year. I also share how a near-canceled Dubai trip led to interviewing billionaire Peter Jones, who taught me to go BIGGER, and why being called ‘delusional’ might be the best compliment you’ll receive. Get ready to stop overthinking and start showing up as the most confident version of yourself.

In This Episode You Will Learn

Why CONFIDENCE is a by-product of ACTION, not a feeling.
How to ACT confident before you actually feel it.
The BODY LANGUAGE shift that lowers stress and boosts power.
Why Q4 is the BEST TIME to pitch raises, promotions, and clients.
How to LEVERAGE your personal brand for global opportunities.
SALES CLOSING STRATEGIES you can apply to clients, sponsors, or pitches.
The POWER of testimonials, identity, and silence in closing deals.

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