In this episode of Beyond Success, Melina Linden sits down with Melissa Kwan—Co-founder & CEO of eWebinar—to explore what success really means after three startups, a 2019 acquisition, and a year spent re-evaluating life and work.
Melissa shares how learning self-love changed her leadership, why many founders feel “never enough,” and how to design a business around your values (freedom, remote work, no meetings) instead of the other way around. She talks candidly about navigating family expectations, finding the right community, turning discontent into momentum, and why a supportive life partner can be a decisive factor in an entrepreneur’s success.
We cover:
Self-love vs. self-abandonment (people-pleasing, fear vs. truth)
Enjoying the journey: gratitude, daily wins, and realistic goals
Designing life → then building the company to fit it (remote team, async, no enterprise sales)
Feeling stuck: agency, environment, and creating momentum
Culture, identity, and the courage to celebrate your wins
The underrated role of partnership in founder wellbeing
If you’ve ever felt trapped by “shoulds,” this conversation will help you reclaim agency and design a life that feels like yours.
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In this episode of Beyond Success, Melina Linden sits down with Jara Dekker — Co-Founder of Logos, Founder of A Curious Catalyst, and a mental & emotional strategist helping people reconnect with who they truly are.
Jara shares her powerful journey from corporate project manager to transformation guide, exploring what it really means to face yourself, heal old patterns, and live with depth and authenticity. Together, they dive into:
✨ How our words and thoughts shape the nervous system
✨ Why self-improvement isn’t just about discipline
✨ The loneliness epidemic and emotional connection
✨ Why some people resist healing — and what true transformation requires
This conversation is for anyone on the path of self-awareness, growth, and authentic living.
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Instagram: @jaradekker
Website: www.acuriouscatalyst.com
In this first episode of Beyond Success, Melina sits down with Andy Rourke, Director of a UK-based film production company specializing in nation branding.
Andy’s work lives at the intersection of creativity, culture, and identity — helping countries tell their stories on the world stage. But behind the career highlights lies a deeper story: one of purpose, authenticity, and learning what success really means beyond titles and milestones.
In this conversation, Melina and Andy explore the art of storytelling, the weight of perception, and the freedom that comes from living life on your own terms.
If you’ve ever wondered how to stay true to yourself while building something meaningful, this episode is for you.
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