In this raw, unfiltered episode, Siobhan Mears—mother, award-winning CEO, and founder of The Mears Collective—reveals how she scaled a multi-six-figure business on maternity leave while battling burnout, societal expectations, and grief.We unpack:The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make when scaling (and how to fix it).How to delegate the “mental load” crushing female founders (and reclaim your energy).Why grief became her fuel to empower thousands of women globally.Her controversial take on “having it all” and redefining success on your terms.Timestamped Highlights (Based on Your Transcript):00:00 – “How I turned pain into purpose (and why burnout was my catalyst).”00:02:05 – “Starting a business on maternity leave: The pivotal moment I said ‘screw fear.’”05:05 – “The mindset shift that saved my business (and sanity).”13:33 – “The invisible ‘mental load’ crushing female entrepreneurs (and how to break free).”20:45 – “How to delegate when you’re terrified of losing control.”27:43 – “Transmuting grief into purpose: Why losing my mother shaped my mission.”34:53 – “My daily ritual to stay present as a mom and CEO (even on chaotic days).”36:00 – “Your energy is your currency. Spend it wisely.”Key Takeaways:60-second unstuck formula: 3 steps to escape burnout TODAY.Elevate Base® secrets: Automate 10+ hours/week with her SaaS platform.Mindset hacks: Rewire limiting beliefs around money, delegation, and self-worth.About Siobhan Mears:A mother, mindset coach, and advocate for women in leadership, Siobhan founded The Mears Collective and Elevate Base® to help female entrepreneurs scale with ease. She’s also a board member for Empower, a global charity supporting girls through mother loss.Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations on energy, entrepreneurship, and living fully.Contact Siobhan:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/themearscollectiveinstagram:https://www.instagram.com/themearscollective/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linktree&utm_campaign=let%27s+connect+on+instagramLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhan-mears/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linktree&utm_campaign=let%27s+connect+on+linkedinwebsite: https://themearscollective.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linktree&utm_campaign=website#ScaleWithoutBurnout #Motherhood #EnergyManagement #FemaleFounders #MindsetMastery #turnpainintopurpose
In this powerful episode of the Success Stories Podcast, I sit down with Aditi Kaushiva, founder of Move to Thrive, to explore how reconnecting with your body, mind, and soul can transform your life. Aditi shares her journey from banking to entrepreneurship, and how her unique blend of Indian dance traditions, mindfulness, and breathwork helps women leaders and entrepreneurs overcome stress, self-doubt, and burnout. We dive deep into: -The importance of body-mind-soul connection for personal and professional growth. - Practical tools to reduce stress, build resilience, and prevent burnout. - How to break free from mental blocks and cultivate confidence in entrepreneurship. - Why small mindset shifts can lead to profound transformation in your life. - Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a professional navigating challenges, or someone passionate about personal development, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you thrive. Key Takeaways: - How movement and mindfulness can heal and empower you. - Strategies to overcome self-doubt and build healthy habits. - The role of emotional resilience in achieving success and fulfillment. About Aditi Kaushiva: Aditi is a movement artist, facilitator, and the founder of Move to Thrive (MTT). With over 15 years of experience in Bharatanatyam, jazz, and contemporary dance, she combines creative expression with mindfulness to help individuals reconnect with their bodies and find clarity amidst chaos. Her workshops have empowered leaders at organizations like Google Cloud Startup Hub and Creative Mornings. Connect with Aditi: Website: www.movetothrive.co Instagram: @aditikaushiva Subscribe & Follow: 🎙️ Subscribe to the Success Stories Podcast on YouTube and your favorite platforms. 🌟 Follow me on LinkedIn and Instagram for more inspiring content. 💻 Visit my website: www.successstoriespodcast.com for resources and upcoming episodes. Timestamps: 00:31 - Who is Aditi Kaushiva? 01:04 - Why did Aditi leave her banking career to pursue entrepreneurship? 01:26 - How can movement and mindfulness transform your life? 02:15 - What happens when you combine dance with mindfulness? 03:09 - What’s Aditi’s dance background, and how did it shape her journey? 06:57 - How did entrepreneurial burnout lead Aditi to rediscover her passion? 07:27 - What are the unique challenges of being a woman entrepreneur? 15:54 - Why is self-care non-negotiable for entrepreneurs? 22:35 - How can mentorship help you navigate the entrepreneurial journey? 29:04 - What is body awareness, and how does it boost confidence? 36:31 - What are Aditi’s top tips for reducing stress and building resilience? Keywords: personal development, overcoming challenges, mental health, body-mind connection, entrepreneurship, success stories, mindfulness, resilience, burnout, confidence.https://www.successstoriespodcast.com/episodes/
In this episode, we're diving deep into the principles of Pilates and how they can be applied to increase self-awareness, manage stress, and achieve personal and professional success. Join us as we chat with Jasmine, a renowned Pilates instructor, about practical techniques, mental health benefits, and much more. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Why Self-Awareness is Key to Success 3:10 - Jasmine's Journey: From Fitness to Whole Body Benefits 7:25 - Mental Health Benefits of Pilates 11:50 - Defining Self-Awareness and Its Importance 15:35 - Managing Negative Emotions Through Acknowledgement 19:20 - Practical Tips for Handling Negative Emotions 23:00 - The Power of Positive Affirmations and Visualization 26:40 - Difference Between Pilates and Other Mindfulness Practices 30:15 - Simple Pilates Exercises for Everyday Situations 34:00 - Incorporating Pilates Principles into Daily Life 37:45 - Addressing Depression and Low Moods with Pilates 42:30 - Tips for Beginners: Starting with Pilates Today 45:50 - How to Reach Jasmine for Personalized Sessions 49:10 - Closing Remarks: Embracing Self-Awareness for Success Keywords: self-awareness, Pilates, mental health benefits, stress management, practical tips, career success, personal growth, mindfulness, visualization, positive affirmations, beginner Pilates, Jasmine Pilates, self-improvement, daily routine, physical fitness, emotional well-being.
Learn expert tips for stress management in this video. Discover how to cope with stress, reduce anxiety, and achieve business success. Contact Annie Mood: Free Stress Relief Session: https://calendly.com/anniemood/stress... website: https://anniemood.newzenler.com/ Facebook: Social Links too: / anniemoodcoaching Instagram: / anniemoodconsulting Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-moo... Join us in this insightful episode where we dive deep into resilience, energy healing, and stress management with Annie, an expert in the field. Discover how increasing self-awareness and managing your energy can help you overcome stress and achieve success in both your personal and professional life. Learn about the different types of energy blockages that might be holding you back and practical methods to deal with them. Annie shares success stories of individuals who have benefited from energy healing, highlighting how these techniques have helped them achieve their goals. We also explore the tapping technique, a quick and effective method for building resilience and relieving pain. Annie explains how tapping can be an alternative to traditional methods for boosting self-awareness and emotional well-being. Understand the impact of emotions on your energy levels and how to prevent immediate stress or negative emotions from turning into long-term stress. Annie provides actionable tips and techniques to help you stay energized and focused, even when facing adversity. Finally, we discuss the importance of recognizing when you’re in a highly stressed situation and the steps you can take to work on yourself. Discover how changing your energy frequency can attract positive outcomes and lead to a more fulfilling life. Timestamps: 01:25 Why are we stressed? 03:38 What is resilience? How is it relevant to stress management? 05:04 - Is resilience similar to energy healing? How is it different? 05:54 - Why do we need to manage our energy first? 06:52 - Can you give an example or success stories of people that you helped achieve great success after doing energy healing? How have they benefited from it? 08:49 - What kind of energy blockages might we have? What’s blocking us and keeping us from taking action? 10:29 - What are your methods to deal with energy blockages? 12:18 - I agree that people have different energy blockages, but is there a method for increasing self-awareness to know what’s blocking them? 15:00 - My favourite part is that I’ve learned the tapping technique to increase self-awareness. (I was not expecting this, it was so much fun!) 19:23 - Tapping helped me with the pain. 21:00 - Tapping could be a quick alternative for building resilience. 22:03 - When we feel out of battery and have no energy to take action, how do emotions affect us? 23:50 - Are there any techniques or tips that we can use to overcome immediate stress or negative emotions to prevent them from building up to become long-term stress? 28:30 - Sometimes we might not realize but stay in a highly stressed situation and not achieve the results we want. How did you discover that you needed to work on yourself? What was the starting point? 37:30 - When you change your energy frequency, you’ll attract great things. Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, please like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more insightful content on managing stress and achieving success. Share your thoughts in the comments below and let us know how you apply these techniques in your life!
Jane Hales established the business without external funding.💥 In this business growth strategy podcast, Jane Hales, an established entrepreneur, shared her unlocking business growth, bootstrapping a startup, bootstrapping success stories, career growth, and a free business plan. This business growth podcast is packed with insights to help you succeed. We discussed how an entrepreneur startup mistakes to avoid, their entrepreneurial journey, competing without funding, and bootstrapping a startup. Jane Hales shared her abundance mindset and free business plan business growth strategies. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Jane Hales: Bootstrapping and Mindset 02:14 – Passion vs. Drive: What Made You a Successful Entrepreneur? 04:35 – Competing Without Funding: How Did You Compete with Established Businesses? 07:52 – Why Was SEO Your Secret Weapon for Business Growth? 09:54 – Is the Ideation Stage Too Early to Seek Funding for Your Startup? 11:48 – Have You Seen Startups Making Mistakes by Sticking to Their Original Plan? 15:01 – How Do You Stay Strong, and What Activities Help Maintain Confidence at Each Stage? 17:58 – Can You Explain to Our Audience What Automation Really Means in a Business? 22:12 – How Can Mentorship Help Founders? 23:50 – Did You Have a Mentor When You First Started? 24:40 – In Terms of Passion and Skills, Should I Go After My Passion or What I'm Good At? 25:56 – What Changes Have Founders Experienced After Working with You on Automation? 28:35 – What Kind of Companies Would Benefit Most from Automation? 29:45 – How Do You Handle Running Multiple Businesses While Having Quality Family Time? 31:40 – Do You Use Any Tools Like Meditation or Have Book Recommendations for Positive Energy? 33:30 – How Long Did It Take for You to Develop a Good Morning Routine? 35:25 – Final Thoughts: Key Takeaways for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 🙋🏻♀️About Our Channel: In this channel, you'll find:
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Soumana Ammar, best-selling author of Without Your Job Title, Who Are You?. Soumana shares her journey of self-discovery, self-leadership, finding purpose, and redefining success beyond job titles. Learn how to manifest your vision, practice gratitude, and unlock your true potential. 📘 Get Soumana's Book: Paperback: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Without-Your-Job-Title-Who/dp/1761241257 Kindle: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Without-Your-Job-Title-Who-ebook/dp/B0CK61S5GG?ref_=ast_author_mpb 👩💼 Connect with Soumana Ammar: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soumanaammar/ 📌 Chapters: 01:16 How I Found My Purpose 02:14 What Inspired Me to Write This Book? 04:21 Is Finding Your Purpose an Endless Journey? 07:38 How I Make Decisions Based on Clarity and Values 10:21 Overcoming Self-Doubt: My Journey with Imposter Syndrome 18:20 What Changed After I Found My Purpose? 25:16 What Was My Purpose Before, and What’s Next for Me? 31:25 Final Thoughts: The Power of Living Authentically
Kamila’s Incredible Journey: How She Rebuilt Her Life Against All Odds Experience the remarkable story of Kamila, a true testament to resilience and courage. In this video, we explore Kamila’s incredible journey of transformation, as she rebuilt her life from scratch after facing life’s toughest challenges. Learn how she discovered her inner strength, overcame obstacles, and emerged stronger than ever. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, motivation, or actionable lessons to apply in your own life, this success story is a must-watch! Kamila’s story isn’t just about surviving—it’s about thriving against all odds. Join us as we dive deep into the strategies, mindset, and courage she demonstrated to rise again. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Success Stories for more inspiring journeys like this one." #KamilasJourney #RebuildLife #AgainstAllOdds #InspiringTransformation #SuccessThroughStruggles Our Guest: Kamila: / artynumpty Timestamp: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Who is Kamila Erkaboyeva, and what drives her? 02:22 - How did Kamila find the strength to fight a pancreatic tumour? 04:38 - What was the hardest part of surviving cancer? 06:30 - How did she escape domestic abuse and start anew? 10:15 - What role did art play in Kamila’s healing journey? 13:02 - How did moving to a new country impact her life? 15:45 - What are the biggest lessons she learned from these experiences? 19:08 - How did cultural influences shape her personal growth? 22:40 - What exciting projects is Kamila working on now? 24:15 - How can creativity help in processing trauma? 28:10 - What advice does Kamila have for those feeling overwhelmed? 30:05 - How do personal challenges impact physical health? 35:27 - What does Kamila believe about intuition and self-reflection? 40:12 - What’s Kamila’s approach to building a personal brand? 44:22 - How can we find joy amidst adversity? 48:58 - What legacy does Kamila hope to leave behind? 53:10 - Guest’s last thoughts & where to connect with Kamila Erkaboyeva #OvercomingAdversity #Resilience #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfDiscovery #NewBeginnings #CourageToRebuild #TriumphOverTrauma #Empowerment #HealingThroughArt #InspiringJourney
Learn how to prevent burnout, align your goals, and enhance well-being with Holistic Coach Capucine Codron. In this episode, I sit down with Capucine Codron, a Holistic Wellbeing and Peak Performance Coach, to discuss her inspiring transition from a tech management role at Wayfair to founding HoloRise. After facing burnout and a lack of fulfillment, Capucine turned her challenges into opportunities, creating a career where she helps entrepreneurs prevent burnout and achieve ambitious goals through holistic coaching. We explore topics like overcoming self-doubt, journaling for clarity, and aligning your life’s purpose with your career. Capucine shares actionable strategies for improving mental, physical, and emotional well-being, making this episode perfect for anyone striving for balance and success. Tune in for insights on meditation, stress management, and finding alignment in your life. Guest Information: Capucine Codron is a Holistic Wellbeing & Peak Performance Coach dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs and changemakers to prevent burnout and achieve ambitious goals. With a background as an ex-founder, consultant, and LBS MBA graduate, Capucine combines her corporate experience with her expertise in meditation and holistic health to help others align their personal and professional lives. Contact Capucine: Email: cap.codron@wellbeingwithcapucine.com Website: https://www.holorise.co Timestamps: 00:50 - Who is Capucine Codron? 02:03 - Why transition from corporate to entrepreneurship? 02:33 - How did you recognize and address burnout? 05:20 - What are the symptoms of burnout? 10:43 - How can journaling improve mental clarity? 16:50 - How do purpose and passion align in work? 24:20 - What role does meditation play in well-being? 25:26 - How to create a daily meditation practice? 27:09 - Where to find guided meditations? 29:40 - How to overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs? 33:02 - What personal lessons did burnout teach you? 35:16 - How do past experiences shape your purpose? 39:10 - What goes into building a holistic coaching business? 41:57 - Final thoughts and free resources.
Discover Sola Osinoiki’s inspiring journey from a security guard to corporate roles to an investor. Learn about investing in people, overcoming self-doubt, managing career challenges, and finding purpose in your ambitious life. 00:00 - How did Sola overcome 100+ job rejections early in his career? 00:41 - Who is Olusola Osinoiki, and what drives his success? 01:39 - What challenges did Sola face in his early career, and how did he navigate them? 03:04 - How can setbacks lead to unexpected opportunities in life? 11:42 - Why is being present crucial for personal and professional success? 18:33 - How can mentorship transform your career and life? 28:03 - What inspired Sola to write 'The Art of Managing Up'? 33:26 - What are the long-term impacts of mentorship? 34:14 - What defines a healthy versus an unhealthy workplace environment? 39:17 - When should you plan your exit from an unsupportive job? 43:15 - How does Sola manage work-life balance as a leader and mentor? 48:23 - What inspired Sola to invest in African startups? 53:07 - What are the defining qualities of a successful entrepreneur? 56:38 - How can mentorship and reading shape your professional journey? 58:59 - What is Mukaddas's personal connection to these themes of growth and resilience? 01:03:29 - What are the key takeaways and the call to action? Learn more about Sola Osinoiki: 🌐 Website: https://www.solaosinoiki.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: / solaosinoiki #SolaOsinoiki #AngelInvestor #InvestingInPeople #CareerMentorship #StartupSuccess #SuccessStories #OvercomingChallenges #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipTips #ResilienceBuilding #EntrepreneurshipJourney #CorporateWellness #WorkLifeBalance #AfricanStartups #TransformationalCoaching #SuccessStoriesPodcast#BusinessGrowth #MukaddasYasen #InspiringStories #SuccessMindset#PersonalDevelopment
In this episode, the host continues their series on the healthy habits of successful people by focusing on the fourth habit: the Law of Attraction. The discussion features special guest Melissa, a concert pianist from London, who shares her journey and how visualizing success and consistent practice have contributed to her achievements. Melissa highlights the impact of key opportunities, such as a transformative event in Switzerland, and emphasizes the role of positive energy and gratitude in manifesting her dreams. The conversation delves into practical strategies like vision boards, meditation, and maintaining a health-conscious diet to foster the right mindset. Together, the host and Melissa explore the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive people, and Melissa also introduces her passion for music education and coaching aspiring musicians.
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Healthy Habits Series
00:35 Introducing Special Guest: Melissa the Pianist
01:31 Melissa's Journey and the Power of Consistency
02:39 Manifesting Success Through the Law of Attraction
06:24 Daily Practices and Maintaining Positive Energy
08:21 Healthy Eating Habits for Optimal Performance
09:33 The Importance of Visualization and Gratitude
18:24 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Motivated
21:05 Future Goals and Giving Back to the Community
23:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts