Embracing Your WEIRDNESS is the Secret to Lasting Confidence with April Diaz

 In this lively episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with April Diaz—leadership coach, speaker, and founder of Ezer + Co. Together, they dive into how embracing your quirks, weirdness, and true self is the secret sauce to building lasting confidence. April shares her powerful journey of raising a not-so-typical […]

My Author’s Journey: Writing with REAL Confidence

People often ask me what it’s like to write a book, and honestly, it’s a pretty interesting experience. It’s definitely not all glamorous—there are plenty of late nights, coffee-fueled mornings, and moments where you stare at a blinking cursor wondering what comes next. So today, I thought I’d pull back the curtain and share what […]

Finding Freedom: Kayla Fite on Letting Go of Perfectionism!

In this inspiring episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with Kayla Fite—mindset mentor, podcast host, and creator behind Habits You Love. During their conversation, Kayla shares her transformative journey of healing, self-discovery, and embracing authenticity, all while discussing the concept of freedom from perfectionism. This transformation came after years […]

How Motherhood Shapes Powerful Leaders

If you had asked me twenty years ago about leadership, I would never have connected it to motherhood. I might have even laughed out loud and said, “Me a leader? Nope, I’m just a mom.” But as the mother of six kids, I’ve learned that there’s nothing “just” about motherhood. In fact, it’s one of […]

Building CONFIDENCE in Law School’s Toughest Moments!

In this episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia Knego reflect on the power of persistence in Confidence Law School. They discuss the importance of asking questions and how confidence builds over time — especially in challenging environments like law school. Olivia opens up about her experience navigating tough first semesters at Confidence Law […]

How Real Friendships Protect Your Mental Health

Have you ever had one of those days when your mental health is plummeting and everything feels overwhelming? You know, the kind where stress piles up at work, traffic is terrible, and all you want to do is climb into bed and pull the covers over your head? Who is it that you reach out […]

Finding Purpose Through LIFE’S Unexpected Seasons with Jenny Townsend

In this powerful episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with Jenny Townsend—author, speaker, and founder of Mikvé Israel. Jenny shares her deeply personal journey of faith, reinvention, and finding purpose through life’s unexpected seasons. Her story highlights the profound journey of Finding Purpose amidst various life stages. From leaving […]

Yes! You Really Are Making a Difference

Have you ever had one of those days when you wonder, “Am I really making a difference?” You’re working hard, pouring your heart into something, but doubt creeps in. Maybe it’s your job, your hobby, your family, or just daily acts of kindness. Sometimes you may feel like you’re throwing pebbles into a vast ocean, […]

Trading Guilt for Serenity: Whitney Faires’ Guide to Freedom

In this empowering episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, hosts Simone and Olivia Knego sit down with Whitney Faires to discuss the challenges of guilt, balance, and living with intentionality. Whitney shares her personal journey of navigating a demanding career, motherhood, and societal expectations, while emphasizing the importance of defining balance on your own terms. She […]

32 Years Together: The Real Secret to a Lasting Marriage

This month marks 32 years of marriage between my husband and me. Wow, just saying that out loud feels surreal. I often get asked by friends, family, even strangers, “What’s the secret? How did you do it?” The truth is, there’s no magic formula or perfect recipe. If I could distill it down to one […]