Why I Wrote REAL Confidence (and What I Hope It Gives You)
For a long time, I thought I was the only one. The only one who second-guessed her choices. The only one who replayed conversations in her head at night, wondering if she said the wrong thing. The only one who looked around at other women and thought, They’ve figured it out. They belong here. I’m […]
What is the SECRET to Owning Your VOICE with Sabine Kvenberg
In this inspiring episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Sabine Kvenberg — confidence coach, author, and former performer — to explore how we can all learn to step into our presence and the art of owning your voice. Sabine shares her powerful OWN Method (Own your voice, Own your presence, […]
The Hardest Speech I’ve Ever Given
I’ve given a lot of speeches in my life. Keynotes to corporate leaders. Workshops for women’s groups. TEDx talks under bright lights with cameras rolling. I’ve stood on stages in front of thousands of strangers without my heart skipping a beat. But the most stressed I have ever been about giving a speech wasn’t at […]
Owning Your Story: Confidence in Imperfection and Growth
In this uplifting and thought-provoking episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego dive into the messy, imperfect, and beautiful truth of owning your story. From childhood memories of not fitting in, to the life lessons found in mistakes and failures, they explore how the stories we carry shape our confidence and self-worth. […]
The Power of Women, Together
I wish I could bottle the feeling of being in that room, experiencing the Power of Women firsthand. Imagine one hundred women gathered together, side by side, leaning in as each voice filled the space with honesty. Some shared their wins, others shared their struggles, but what struck me most was this: they did not […]
Overwhelmed to Aligned: Boundaries, Change, and Confidence
In this timely episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia talk candidly about overwhelm—especially during transitional seasons like back-to-school and the fall speaking circuit. From travel stress (hello, delays and cramped flights) to the reality of heavier course loads, new routines, and planning a senior convocation speech, they unpack how quickly life can pile […]
Why Failure Is the Best Teacher You Didn’t Ask For
Nobody likes to fail. Let’s just say that upfront. Whether it’s tripping over your shoelace in front of a crowd, bombing a presentation you practiced for weeks, or realizing the big idea you stayed up all night working on is not actually that brilliant, it never feels good. But here’s the thing: somewhere between learning […]
Declutter Your Space, Free Your Mind: The Confidence in Letting Go
In this honest and energizing episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego explore the transformative power of decluttering — both in your home and in your mind. From the challenges of moving to the emotional weight of possessions, they share personal stories of letting go, organizing with intention, and creating space for what […]
Letting Go: Watching My Fifth Child Head Off to College
Nineteen years ago, my oldest son Jacob and I traveled to South Korea to bring home a baby boy. He was just four months old, bundled up and wide-eyed, and the moment I held him, I knew my life had changed forever. Like each of my children, his arrival did not just fill a space […]
Expectations vs. Reality: Embracing the Messy Middle
Life has a way of taking our perfectly crafted plans and tossing them out the window—especially when it comes to summer breaks and back-to-school season. Expectation VS. Reality often collide in surprising ways. In this episode, Simone and Olivia share their own real-life stories, from the infamous “Poop Cruise” to the everyday chaos of parenting […]