Finding Purpose Over Perfection: A Waggle Dance with Courtney Youngs

In this heartfelt episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego are joined by special guest Courtney Youngs, author of The Waggle Dance and corporate storyteller. Courtney opens up about her journey through life’s unexpected twists, from finding love to becoming a mother, and how these experiences inspired her to write The Waggle Dance. […]
The Vital Importance of Mentorship for Women

Let me start by saying this: mentorship isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential—especially for women. Whether in our personal lives or our careers, having someone in your corner to guide, encourage, and inspire you can be the key to unlocking your true potential. Yet, so many women overlook its power. Maybe we feel we have […]
Saying Goodbye With a Wink and a Smile

I’ve never really been one for goodbyes—especially when saying goodbye to my adult children who are leaving home for their own adventures. Still, I know that inevitably my children will leave the nest. It’s what they are supposed to do, after all. That’s the natural process of raising children. So, goodbyes are going to happen. […]
Gratitude Unleashed: Cultivating Daily Practices for Unshakeable Confidence

Do you struggle to find gratitude when times are tough? In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego dive deep into the practice of gratitude and how it can transform your mindset, even when life throws challenges your way. Simone opens up about her recent experience recovering from COVID, explaining how she […]
Here’s What to Do When You Have a Bad Day

Have you ever had one of those days? I’m talking about those days when you feel like you have things all together. You’re on a roll and getting everything done. But then—something shows up that causes everything to go off track. Well, between yesterday and today, I’ve experienced that kind of day two days in […]
Unlock Your Potential: Harness the Power of a Reset Mindset with Penny Zenker

In this episode of “Her Unshakable Confidence,” Olivia and I, Simone Knego, are thrilled to welcome the dynamic Penny Zenker, known as the “Focusologist.” Penny is an international speaker, author, and productivity expert who helps individuals and organizations eliminate distractions and self-sabotage to achieve extraordinary results. We dive into Penny’s innovative concepts, including her new […]
Stress Happens, But You Can Manage It

Everybody has stress. But not everyone knows how to manage it. Still, there are steps that we can take so that stress doesn’t overwhelm us. Stress Often Comes from Life’s Circumstances It’s back to school time right now, and as parents, we are stressed about getting everything ready. We’ve taken a break all summer long. […]
Being Okay With Not Being Okay

In this episode of the Her Unshakeable Confidence podcast, Simone and Olivia Knego dive into the importance of being okay with not being okay. They explore how past generations often embraced the “fake it till you make it” mindset, and how today’s society, particularly younger generations, are shifting towards a more authentic and open approach […]
How to Face Disappointment With a Smile

We all have disappointments. We all have things that we’re hoping will happen, but they just don’t happen in the end. So, what do we do when those disappointments come? How do we deal with those things that don’t go the way we were hoping for? Managing My Own Disappointment This week, I was supposed […]
More Style, Less Mess: How to Create a Home You Love with Shannon Acheson

In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with special guest Shannon Acheson, a home stylist and author, to explore how to transform your living space into a home you love. Titled “More Style, Less Mess: How to Create a Home You Love,” this episode dives into practical tips for […]