Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

You could be leaving hundreds of thousands of dollars on the table simply because you're not asking for what you deserve at work! I'm sitting down with negotiation expert Kathryn Valentine to reveal the research-backed strategies women can use to negotiate higher salaries, secure promotions, and advocate for themselves without risking their reputation. We're breaking down 3 powerful negotiation techniques, how to confidently ask for more without becoming confrontational, and the surprising reason you need to start these conversations BEFORE your annual performance review. If you're ready to stop waiting for someone to recognize your value and start creating opportunities to earn more and advance your career, this episode is for you!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The 3 research-backed negotiation strategies that help women get better results.

How to ask for more money, promotions, and opportunities without creating conflict.

The costly mistake that could leave you working years longer than necessary.

How to use AI to prepare for high-stakes conversations and negotiate with confidence.

Why you need to advocate for your next raise or promotion BEFORE your annual review.

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Resources + Links

Get Kathryn Valentine's free list of 76 things you can negotiate: 76things.com

Learn more at https://worthmorestrategies.com/

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What if I told you the biggest opportunities out there for you are waiting for YOU to create them? In this final episode of our Visibility Is the New Security series, I'm sharing how to stop being overlooked, build a personal brand that makes your value impossible to ignore, and start attracting the promotions, clients, speaking opportunities, and income you deserve. I'll share how I turned a speaking opportunity I was initially passed over for into a career-changing breakthrough, how you can use AI to build your visibility without spending hours creating content, and the steps you can take right now to build a reputation that no company, job title, or changing technology can take away from you. You don't need a massive following or a perfect plan. You need to start showing up for yourself. Let's go!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to become more visible and attract career-changing opportunities without waiting for someone to choose you.

How to turn your unique expertise and experience into a personal brand that creates more income, influence, and freedom.

How to use AI to grow your visibility and build a brand in as little as 30 minutes a day.

What you can do to stand out in a crowded industry and become harder to overlook.

How to overcome the fear of judgment and start putting yourself out there with confidence.

How to build career security that doesn't depend on your employer, job title, or the changing job market.

The biggest mistake that could be costing you promotions, clients, and opportunities right now.

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Sequencing - Right now, sequencing.com is offering our listeners up to 10% off your full Genome test, plus free shipping. Go to sequencing.com, and use promo code CONFIDENCE for 10% off.

NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, get our free business guide, Aligning for the Agentic Era: How AI Is Changing Everyday Work at netsuite.ai/MONAHAN.

Monarch - Write your own money story with Monarch. Use code CONFIDENCE at monarch.com to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50.

Hostinger - Go to hostinger.com/CONFIDENCE and use code CONFIDENCE for 10% off now.

Resources + Links

Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!

Visit heathermonahan.com

Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/

Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com

If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator

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What if you already have everything you need to create more opportunities, but you’re not showing it? In Part 2 of this series, I break down how to turn your experience, expertise, and personal story into a personal brand that creates opportunity, income, and security. I share the AI tools and strategies I’m using to work faster, why confidence has to come before your brand, and what happens when you stop hiding, start owning your expertise, and show up as the real you. Tune in and learn how to turn what you already bring to the table into something people can see, remember, and value.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to use AI to make better decisions, save time, and create more opportunities.

Why AI should amplify your expertise and humanity instead of replacing your voice.

The 3 pillars that make up the Bold Brand Trifecta.

Why confidence is built through action, not something you have to wait to feel.

How showing up as your authentic self attracts better opportunities and relationships.

Ways to turn your accomplishments into proof of your unique value.

The power of building deep expertise while staying broad and versatile.

Why consistency matters when you want people to remember your message and expertise.

How to turn your visibility into real opportunity, income, and security.

Check Out Our Sponsors:

Sequencing - Right now, sequencing.com is offering our listeners up to 10% off your full Genome test, plus free shipping. Go to sequencing.com, and use promo code CONFIDENCE for 10% off.

NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, get our free business guide, Aligning for the Agentic Era: How AI Is Changing Everyday Work at netsuite.ai/MONAHAN.

Monarch - Write your own money story with Monarch. Use code CONFIDENCE at monarch.com to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50.

Hostinger - Go to hostinger.com/CONFIDENCE and use code CONFIDENCE for 10% off now.

Resources + Links

Explore GitHub: github.com

Try Claude Cowork: claude.com/product/cowork

Learn more about Searchable: searchable.com

Try Monologue: monologue.to

Learn more about Mindstone Rebel: mindstone.com/rebel

Explore Vocable AI: vocable.ai

Explore Stanley AI: getstanley.ai

Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!

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Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com

If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator

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What if working hard isn’t enough to protect your career anymore? In Part 1 of this series, I break down why visibility is the new security, how to use AI to move faster, and how to stop waiting to be noticed, start becoming known for what you do best, and build a personal brand that creates opportunities. I also share lessons from my own career reinvention and why your value doesn’t disappear when your title does. Tune in and get ready to rethink how you show up, make your expertise known, and create your next opportunity.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Why visibility is the new job security and why doing great work alone isn’t enough.

How to use AI as a competitive advantage without losing your human edge.

Tips for prompting AI for strategic thinking instead of generic answers.

Why you don’t need to become an influencer to build a powerful personal brand.

Ways to make your stories, experiences, and point of view more memorable.

Why your skills need to be portable in a rapidly changing workplace.

What being fired taught me about reinvention and resilience.

The 3 lies that keep talented people invisible.

Self-promotion isn’t bragging when you’re sharing your value.

Why you need to build belief before brand, message, and revenue.

Check Out Our Sponsors:

Sequencing - Right now, sequencing.com is offering our listeners up to 10% off your full Genome test, plus free shipping. Go to sequencing.com, and use promo code CONFIDENCE for 10% off.

NetSuite - If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, get our free business guide, Aligning for the Agentic Era: How AI Is Changing Everyday Work at netsuite.ai/MONAHAN.

Monarch - Write your own money story with Monarch. Use code CONFIDENCE at monarch.com to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50.

Hostinger - Go to hostinger.com/CONFIDENCE and use code CONFIDENCE for 10% off now.

Resources + Links

Learn more about Mindstone Rebel: mindstone.com/rebel

Explore Sandcastles: sandcastles.ai

Read Stanford’s 2026 AI Index Report: Stanford 2026 AI Index Report

Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!

Visit heathermonahan.com

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Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com

If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator

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Have you ever had a moment that felt too perfectly timed to be a coincidence? In this episode, I share some of my favorite lessons on faith, manifestation, gratitude, and trusting that God is guiding the path ahead. I talk about the signs that have reminded me I’m on the right path, why I’ve learned to prepare for what I’m asking for, and how some of the biggest challenges in my life have turned into unexpected blessings. I also share a story that reminded me that miracles are still possible when we stay open, believe, and trust. Tune in to discover how faith can help you move through fear, recognize possibility, and create a life filled with more purpose and joy.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to SPEAK YOUR DREAMS into existence by being intentional with your words.

Why choosing FAITH OVER FEAR can help you keep moving when you don't know what comes next.

How to prepare for what you’re praying for as if it’s already on its way.

How surrendering control helps you trust that the right path will unfold.

Why setbacks and unexpected challenges can become BLESSINGS IN DISGUISE.

How to stay open to SIGNS, MIRACLES, AND NEW POSSIBILITIES in your life.

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Resources + Links

Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!

Visit heathermonahan.com

Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/

Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com

If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator

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Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn