9 Confidence Secrets from 9 Amazing Women 💪🌟

International Women’s Day is a celebration of strength, resilience, and the unstoppable power of women. In my book CONFIDENT (OUT NOW!), I had the privilege of interviewing nine incredible women who shared their most powerful confidence-building insights. Their wisdom is proof that confidence isn’t something you’re just born with—it’s something you can build, strengthen, and own.

Here are 9 empowering confidence secrets from 9 amazing women! 

1. Amy Taylor-Kabbaz – Embrace the Amazing Changes of Motherhood 
   "Acknowledge you are a completely different person and give yourself permission to evolve."
   
   Confidence grows when you accept that change is inevitable. Instead of resisting, step into who you’re becoming with self-compassion.
2. Sara Davison, the Divorce Coach – Turn Pain into Power 
   "Screw you, watch this!"
   
   Sara reminds us that setbacks can be fuel for growth. Instead of letting challenges like divorce define you, let them push you forward with determination and strength. 
3. Hannah Porteous-Butler – Celebrate Small Wins 
   "Emotions are like weather—they can change all the time. And as parents, we need to understand our emotions better and recognise that if we’re struggling, it’s just a moment in time. That moment will change."
   
4. Nicolina Andell – Believe in Yourself First 
   "Confidence starts with an unwavering belief in your ability to achieve. If you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will."
   
5. Kim Winser OBE – Confidence Has Four Parts 
    Doing: Prepare well and build your knowledge.
    Feeling: Stay optimistic and secure in who you are.
    Being: Project yourself as relevant, positive, and energized.
    Looking: Radiate confidence by looking the part.
   
6.  Dr. Sarah McKay – Practice Confidence Like a Muscle 
   "Repeatedly putting yourself in challenging situations builds resilience."
   
   Confidence isn’t just a mindset—it’s a practice. Step outside your comfort zone, take social risks, and use failure as a stepping stone. 
7. Claire Hattrick – Break the Silence Around Menopause 
   "You are more resilient than you know, and your confidence can return!"
8. Neelu Agarwal – Embrace Imposter Syndrome 
   "See it as proof that you’re growing, rather than a reason to doubt yourself."
   
   Feeling like an imposter? That’s a sign you’re levelling up! Instead of fearing it, reframe it as growth and keep pushing forward. 
9.  Nicola Bennett - Golf Professional & Coach – Act Like Your Best Self 
   "Act like her"—step into the version of yourself that you aspire to be, even if you don’t feel like it yet.
   

CONFIDENT is more than just a book—it’s a tribute to the resilience, wisdom, and unstoppable power of women everywhere.  These nine women, along with so many others, prove that confidence isn’t about being fearless—it’s about embracing growth, showing up for yourself, and knowing you are enough.

Women are powerful. Women are resilient. Women are unstoppable. And CONFIDENT is here to remind you of that every step of the way. 

Happy International Women's Day!