Her Unshakeable Confidence Podcast

 Have you ever felt like you had to figure everything out on your own?  In this heartfelt episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia reconnect while sharing exciting family updates, including Simone becoming a grandmother. Through conversations about parenting, support systems, postpartum struggles, and advocating for yourself, they explore how confidence grows when we ask for help,...

 Have you ever wondered what real confidence actually looks like?  In this special episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego revisit a heartfelt conversation originally recorded before the release of Simone’s book, REAL Confidence: A Simple Guide to Go From Unsure to Unshakeable, which is now available.  Together, they unpack the REAL Method while exploring self-respect, failu...

 Have you ever held yourself back because you were waiting for someone else to join you? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego discuss Olivia's summer adventure of moving to a new city, living alone for the first time, and stepping into her dream internship. Together, they explore the confidence that comes from trying new experiences, embracing independence, and ta...

Have you ever felt like something was wrong, even when everyone kept telling you that you were fine? In this honest and inspiring episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone shares her recent hysterectomy, the discovery of a chronic infection that had impacted her health for years, and the relief of finally getting answers. Together, Simone and Olivia discuss the importance of listening to your...

Have you ever stopped yourself from doing something because you didn’t want to do it alone? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego explore the confidence that comes from learning to enjoy your own company. From solo dinners and traveling alone to striking up conversations with strangers, they share personal stories about stepping outside your comfort zone and discov...

Have you ever felt like your pain or concerns weren’t being taken seriously?  In this honest and emotional episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego open up about Simone’s ongoing health journey, the trauma of painful medical procedures, and the importance of advocating for yourself when something feels wrong. They discuss women’s health, medical dismissal, finding the right s...

What if the life that looks “perfect” on the outside is actually leaving you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and disconnected on the inside? In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Tia Graham — bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of The Feel Good Club — to talk about the reality of balancing motherhood, career, and personal well-being. Tia...

What happens when success looks good on the outside—but feels overwhelming on the inside? In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Kasey D’Amato—strategic advisor, executive coach, and former dermatology PA turned entrepreneur—to unpack what it really takes to lead, grow, and make high-stakes decisions without losing yourself in the process. Kasey sha...

Have you ever wondered how to know your “next right step” in life? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Kate House — author, speaker, and creator of Live By Design Blueprint: Build a Life You Love. Kate shares her journey of learning to trust her intuition, take action even when outcomes are uncertain, and embrace imperfection as a catalyst for growth. The...

Have you ever wondered how playfulness and humor can unlock confidence and connection in your life and work?  In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with Kelsey Kates — a facilitator, play expert, and advocate for creativity in adulthood. Kelsey shares how embracing low-stakes environments, playful curiosity, and even hands-on tools like LEGO Serious Play c...

Have you ever felt like something was wrong with your body, but no one seemed to listen? In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego open up a vulnerable conversation about self-advocacy in healthcare and what happens when women are told “nothing is wrong” while their symptoms continue to be dismissed. Simone shares her long journey with a ch...

How do we teach our kids the value of money, independence, and confidence while also preparing ourselves for life’s unexpected challenges? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Julia Myers, an expert in financial empowerment and personal growth. Julia shares her practical strategies for raising financially confident children — from budgeting, saving, and gi...

Ever wonder how to stop living by other people’s expectations and start owning your life? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with LaVonna Roth — keynote speaker, leadership coach, and founder of Ignite Your Shine. LaVonna shares candid stories about navigating career pivots, parenting, college pressure, marriage, and divorce, and how she’s learned to balance...

What really builds confidence in daughters—and are we modeling it the right way? In this honest and relatable episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego dive into the realities of raising confident daughters—from childhood to teenage years and into adulthood. They explore how confidence goes far beyond appearance, why modeling behavior matters more than what we say, and how ope...

What if confidence isn’t something you’re born with — but something you earn through the hardest seasons of your life? In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Emily Kendel — aesthetic business coach, founder of Spa Project, and former celebrity makeup artist — to unpack her extraordinary journey from growing up in poverty to building and selling a su...

Ever feel like life’s obligations are taking over your joy? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego explore how to step back, ask yourself what you truly want, and prioritize the moments that light you up. From juggling busy schedules and family chaos to finding joy in simple pleasures like sunny days and meaningful outings, they discuss how reclaiming your time and...

Ever wonder how to help teens and tweens build confidence while navigating judgment, social media, and anxiety? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with Leslie Randolph — a confidence coach for girls — to explore how self-confidence is cultivated from childhood into adulthood. Leslie shares practical strategies to help young people shift from self-doubt...

What if confidence isn’t about fixing yourself—but learning how to trust your nervous system? In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with EFT Master Practitioner, hypnotherapist, and author Theresa Lear Levine to explore adult ADHD, nervous system regulation, trauma, and what real confidence actually looks like. Theresa shares her personal journey of bei...

What if success looked good on the outside—but felt empty on the inside? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with high-performance coach and international speaker Mo Salami to unpack the difference between apparent success and true fulfillment. Mo shares powerful insights on doing hard things before you’re ready, calming your “cautious friend,” and building co...

Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate—or even by the state of the world? In this honest and relatable episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego unpack what stress really looks like in everyday life—from surgery and book launches to school burnout, procrastination, and emotional reactions at the pharmacy line. They introduce Simone’s powerful “Control-Alt-Delete” mind...

What if confidence isn’t about having it all figured out—but about trusting yourself to keep going anyway? In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with nationally renowned interior designer and entrepreneur Susan Semmelmann, founder of Semmelmann Interiors. Susan shares her remarkable journey—from caregiving through her husband’s rare cancer diagnosis to...

How do you stay grounded when everything around you feels out of control? In this timely episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego unpack what it really means to choose your response during moments of chaos, frustration, and uncertainty. From ice storms and power outages to insurance headaches and everyday stressors, they share honest stories about patience, perspective, and e...

What if confidence isn’t something you build, but something you unlock? In this empowering episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Yvonne Trost — subconscious transformation coach, founder of Limitless You, and expert in nervous system rewiring. Yvonne shares how the subconscious mind, conditioning from childhood, and our fight-flight-freeze responses quietly shape t...

What if confidence isn’t about doing more—but about recognizing everything you’ve already done? In this heartfelt and honest episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego reflect on the start of a new year by looking back at accomplishments, growth, and the moments that shaped them—both joyful and painful. From personal milestones and unexpected travel stories to managing health c...

 What would happen if joy, curiosity, and authenticity were at the center of how you showed up at work — and in your life? In this energizing episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone Knego sits down with speaker and leadership expert Jenn Whitmer to explore the idea of Joyosity — a powerful blend of joy, curiosity, and authenticity that transforms how we lead, communicate, and collaborate. To...