Confidence Classic: Start Before You Feel Ready, With Heather!

Confidence Classic: Start Before You Feel Ready, With Heather!

July 1, 2026 · 32 min · Episode 639

About this episode

Heather Monahan discusses the importance of taking action before feeling ready and shares personal stories of overcoming setbacks and building valuable connections.

Are you waiting until you feel more ready before taking the next step? In this episode, I share why waiting for perfect timing could be the very thing holding you back from the opportunities you've been hoping for. I break down the mindset that helped me stop overthinking, embrace imperfect action, and trust that clarity comes through action. I also share the stories of how I landed guests like Gary Vaynerchuk and Sara Blakely, why leading with value has opened doors I never could have forced, and how setbacks that once felt like failures ultimately became stepping stones to something even bigger. Get ready to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start creating the future you want today. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why waiting for perfect timing is keeping you stuck. What a failed Perry Ellis partnership taught me about taking risks. The networking strategy that helped me connect with Gary Vaynerchuk. Why adding value first creates unexpected opportunities. How building genuine relationships eventually led me to interview Sara Blakely on stage. How setbacks redirect you toward something even better. Why your personal brand creates opportunities before you ask for them…

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