If you've been following this podcast from the beginning, we will have explored together the stories and insights of incredible individuals who have reached that magical tipping point of moving from striving to being in flow. Over a hundred episodes have featured interviews with inspiring business owners, philanthropists, thought leaders and game changers. The wisdom shared by these amazing guests became the foundation for my third bestselling book, Be Brilliant. However, along this journey, ...
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Business Lessons from My 19-Year Old Daughter
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11:43We often look to business gurus, leadership coaches and self-help books for life's most profound lessons. But sometimes, the most powerful insights come from unexpected teachers—like my 19-year-old daughter, Taya. Watching her navigate early adulthood with remarkable intentionality has been nothing short of revolutionary for me. Her approach to lif…
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How I Run My Week Like a Queen: My Power-Packed Workweek Blueprint for Entrepreneurs
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15:58In this episode, we're tackling the ultimate question: Who's really running your week? If you're caught in the cycle of reactive business management, constantly responding to everyone else's demands, this episode is your wake-up call. I share my personal wake-up moment - when a packed calendar and global clients masked a brittle business without a …
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How to Embrace Tech Without Losing Your Soul with Leanne Shelton
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32:22Tech overwhelm. Robot apocalypse fears. It’s everywhere in our industry at the moment - people are either terrified that AI is going to steal their job or frantically trying to jump on every new tech bandwagon. Yep, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the relentless wave of technology. If that’s you, today's episode is going to flip how you think abou…
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10 Actions to Propel Your Business Forward
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21:01Today, you’re listening to a special recast of one of my favourite Unleashing Brilliance episodes. I'm bringing this one back because the message is more relevant than ever - especially given all the conversations I've been having lately with clients about feeling stretched too thin in their businesses. They’re overwhelmed and pulled in multiple di…
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Creating a Successful Business that Aligns with Your Values with Kellie Wilkie
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43:53Starting and running a business is no small feat, especially when you're juggling family, personal dreams and the demands of everyday life. In this episode, I’m sitting down with the incredible Kellie Wilkie, founder of Body System - a leading physiotherapy and exercise physiology clinic in Hobart, Tasmania. With 25 years' experience, a team of 24 …
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Why Discipline is So Damn Difficult (and How to Master It)
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10:04Discipline: we all struggle with it. Yes, even you high-performing, visionary powerhouse women - I see you! So why is it so difficult? Even when we know exactly what to do to get ahead, distractions (scrolling, binge-watching or alphabetising our spice rack) so often manage to pull us away. It turns out, distraction isn't just an obstacle; it's ent…
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Who to Sack From Your Network (Like, Yesterday)
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17:30Let's cut through the noise: Your network isn't just collecting dust in your LinkedIn contacts – it's either rocket fuel for your success or the anchor dragging you down to mediocrity. And if you're reading this while mentally cataloging people who make your stomach clench when their name pops up on your phone, we need to talk. As we’ve all probabl…
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5 Daily Stress Hacks That Keep Me From Losing My Sh*t (Most Days)
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20:51I have had a week from hell. There was no big drama, no catastrophe. Just an explosion of emotions: a snappy tone at my husband, getting shitty with the kids and a general sense that I could burn it all down and move to a hut in the mountains. The kicker here is that it wasn't anyone else's fault. It was mine. Somehow, amidst the chaos, I dropped…
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Beating burnout and finding balance with Melo Calarco
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45:08Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed, exhausted and frantically trying to juggle the demands of work and life, only to feel like you're on the brink of burnout? You're not alone. The struggle to maintain balance while achieving our goals is more prevalent than ever. But don't despair, because I'm here to share insights from an incredible conver…
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Decision Fatigue is Killing Your Business—Here’s How to Fix It
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11:26We’ve all been there. Staring blankly at the screen, your brain flat out refusing to function, keeping you stuck in an endless battle of indecision. Should you launch your new offer now or hold off? Raise your prices or stay put? Post this update on LinkedIn? Suddenly, you're paralysed. Scrolling aimlessly, your momentum for doing anything producti…
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The Resilience Myth: What Successful People Really Do Instead
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9:32It’s time to bust one of the biggest myths around - that resilience is the golden ticket to your success. We’re taught that if we just push a little bit harder, grind longer and prove we can handle it, somehow we’ll win at this game of life and business. Spoiler alert: we’ve been sold a furphy. I’ve experienced firsthand the pressure this creates…
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How to use LinkedIn to build a powerful small business with Karen Tisdell
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53:52 LinkedIn is my primary platform for my business. It's where I share my ideas, connect with amazing people around the world and build my positioning. Many of my clients are successfully using it to build their businesses too. With that said, I understand social media isn’t easy. There are so many do’s and don'ts out there, it can be hard to know ho…
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Why I'm sick of International Women's Day
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11:01I’m going to say it: I’m sick of International Women's Day. Now, don’t get me wrong - I believe in what it stands for. I’m ferociously passionate about empowering and bettering the lives of the women in my community. However, International Women’s Day, in my opinion, has become a predictable parade of pink cupcakes, corporate panels and unpaid spea…
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4 Ways to Break Free from Shiny Stuff Syndrome
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15:50It’s time to talk about the 3 Deadly S’s: Shiny Stuffy Syndrome. Affecting many of us who thrive on innovation and creativity, you’ve likely felt its pull. It's that magnetic attraction to the latest trends and ideas—especially the ones that promise transformative results—which, unfortunately, often derail us from our main objectives. It can be dri…
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Stand Tall: How Emmagness Ruzvidzo Redefines Inclusivity and Self-Worth
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46:55In a world that often tries to put us neatly into boxes, daring to stand out and be true to ourselves can feel daunting. Many of us, at some point, have struggled with the fear of being too much or too little for this world. But what if we stopped shrinking ourselves to fit into spaces that were never designed for our brilliance? What if we dared t…
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Business Growth Through Referrals: 8 Steps to Success
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20:29In this episode, we explore the proven framework for transforming your business into a referral-generating machine. This episode highlights eight strategic steps that successful businesses use to create a sustainable flow of quality leads and valuable referrals. From crafting exceptional customer experiences to implementing effective follow-up syst…
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3 things you must deliver in a sales meeting
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20:12Struggling to turn promising leads into solid sales? You’re not alone. I recently sat down with my inner circle community to discuss this problem and our conclusion was clear. Whether you’re running a million dollar business, or pitching your very first offer, we’re all struggling with the same roadblocks. Clients ghost you, decision times get drag…
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Stop Chasing Work-Life Balance. Do This Instead
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19:38It’s time to debunk one of the biggest myths of modern life: we should all be striving for work-life balance. You might be curious as to how I could pooh-pooh such a sensationalised idea. Yes, work-life balance is a concept that’s been held up high, glittering as the ultimate key to happiness. It promises a neat, tidy split between work and life. B…
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How to Embrace Imperfect Leadership with Louise Gibson
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35:20In a world where perfection is often prized above all, stepping away from this relentless pursuit can feel daunting. As professionals, we frequently don a suit of polished excellence, striving to meet the myriad expectations placed upon us. But what if I told you that imperfection could be your greatest asset? This idea is at the heart of my recent…
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The 4 Pillars of Success: Purpose, Prosperity, Pleasure and Freedom with Repa Patel
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41:05Success in leadership and business. What does it actually look like? And what’s the key to achieving it? As leaders or entrepreneurs, we’re constantly seeking strategies to enhance our productivity, innovation and satisfaction, both in our personal and professional lives. We commonly believe that working ourselves into the ground and forging ahead …
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Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by work commitments, squeezing precious family time into the leftover spaces of your calendar? You're definitely not alone. As we wrap up another year and look forward to the fresh opportunities of the next, I want to share with you a transformational approach to planning—a method I've been honing that prior…
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The Secret to Success in 2025: Reflecting on Glimmer Moments
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13:42As we stand at the edge of another year, ready to leap into the exciting blank canvas that is 2025, I often find myself caught in a whirl of mixed emotions. On one hand, there's the thrill of stepping into the new year, yet on the other, that persistent pressure to reflect on the goals we may not have quite hit. But, what if we shift the focus? Ins…
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Building a Portfolio Career: Ditching Traditional Work for Multifaceted Fulfillment with Anna Mackenzie
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35:23Have you ever felt stifled by the conventional confines of a traditional job? Many of us have had visions of a career that not only secures financial stability but also yearns for creative fulfilment and personal freedom. And you know what? Achieving this is actually possible! I'm thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with an extraordinary in…
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Too many entrepreneurs are playing the waiting game in business. They pour their heart and soul into their business but aren’t able to attract the clients the need because that’s just not enough by itself. Sound familiar? Don’t worry, today I’m sharing five powerful marketing moves you can make that will transform your lead generation. 1. Craft a C…
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Staying Steady When the World Feels Heavy
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24:25Life, as we know it, can sometimes feel like we’re in the midst of a relentless storm. The pressures of expectations in life and business can often feel like they’re closing in on us, and finding a moment of peace is much easier said than done. If you’ve been feeling worn out, weighed down or simply trying to keep it all together, you’re not alone.…
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