Jenn Drummond is a friend of mind from the USA and she is a mover and shaker. The number 7 always shows up in her life at the right time.  She has 7 children and has climber 7 summits.  I was born on the 7th and resonate so much with the power of her story and the inner knowing that when you give to yourself you have the ability to give in an even greater capacity to others. A car accident in 2018 left her awestruck and emboldened. Rescue workers couldn’t imagine any scenario where she...

If you are looking to feel motivated about your financial future, today's Powerful Stories episode with Robyn Saranah, National General Manager of Commonwealth Private will inspire you. Robyn is passionate about leading people to achieve their greatest potential and driving client-focused innovation. She is an incredible fan of Powerful Steps and for the past few years we have spoken a lot about financial literacy and female empowerment. What empowers a woman to be independent to climb the...

Ranked by Inc Magazine as "One of the Top 27 Women Entrepreneurs To Change The World" and one of the "Top 40 Millennials To Follow" I was introduced to today’s podcast guest Jules Schroeder through a friend. We committed to a podcast swap as both believe in a mutual exchange of energy by paying forward our life experiences to empower others - ironically we had a shared theme when we spoke, a near death experience which propelled us forward into a life of service to others. Jules founded...

I met Rebecca Christianson when she signed up for our Business Attraction Program and we bonded over a mutual love of empowering others to navigate their way through challenges to thrive as leaders. She is a driven and inspiring Excutibe Coach because she  understands that life at the top in business is a double-edged sword – there are both opportunities and also obstacles as has experienced these highs and the lows herself as a previous Executive and senior leader. She considers herself an...

Are you thriving in optimum health? Or, like so many women, are you relying on coffee to get you out of bed in the morning?   I always say, your health is your wealth. If you want to make an impact and build something powerful, you need to prioritise your body. I’m chatting today with my gorgeous friend, Sarah Di Lorenzo, who is passionate about helping people reach their health goals. She has created a powerful tool kit for people to step into their optimum health, build a healthy...

It’s tough times for many women in our community right now - rising interest rates, inflation and juggling the cost of life.  We spoke with savvy financial advisor Canna Campbell from SugarMammaTV who gave insights on how to build financial independence.   There are many benefits of financial independence, including increased control over your own life and time, greater peace of mind, and more flexibility in pursuing your goals and dreams. One of the most important benefits of financial...

Today’s Powerful Stories podcast guest is the one, and only, Helen Jacobs. Helen is an acclaimed psychic, a channel, a guide, and an author. Her boundless energy coupled with her profound insight into the unseen patterns and rhythms of life make her a true guide in the field. Helen's work is all about guiding others to discover their inner light and find the clarity that exists beyond the noise of the everyday world.   She wrote a book which I love called “You Already Know’ which made...

Trust yourself to claim your power is the theme of today's Powerful Stories podcast chat with the #1 New York City Real Estate Broker and Star of Selling the Hamptons Bianca D'Alessio who manages a $10 billion real estate portfolio for Nest Seekers International.   The energy and the impact Bianca creates is unstoppable. We spoke about what got her to the top of her game. The greatest challenge of her life and how she navigated tough times with the media, her friends and community by owning...

As we launch our brand into the US market I have had the opportunity to meet some incredible thought leaders who pay forward their knowledge to others.  Lynn Smith changed course at the height of her career as a TV Anchor for some of the most watched newsrooms in the United States. In 2001, she kicked things off as an NBC page before she was hired to be an assistant to NBC executives and later, a producer at Today. All three positions opened doors to unforgettable experiences for the TV...

How do you break your own glass ceiling? We have all felt like an imposter at some point in our career. What of we have a million dollar business looking us in the eye but we just could not see it? Today’s Powerful Stories guest is my friend Jamie Hess who is a TV personality and co-creator of the popular Instagram account, @NYCfitfam with her husband George. She is an ex-PR who was at the top of her game in NYC who built relationships with others based on storytelling and authenticity. ...

How do you elevate in life?   By tapping into the power of life experiences and in today’s solo episode I am sharing knowledge, insights and experiences to help you overcome challenges, judgment and imposter syndrome to reach your full potential in your personal and professional life.   Part of growth is continuously seeking out new ideas and approaches to stay ahead in the ever-changing business landscape. I am asking you to push boundaries, think creatively  and challenge the status quo...

Tori Packer is a Year 1 teacher turned social media expert. Two and a half years ago, in the midst of COVID lockdown, her regional town of Armidale, NSW, was turned upside down. With local business barely surviving the drought, followed by bushfires, followed by lockdown, Tori decided to do what she does best - rally! Her deep desire to bring people together, grow with each other, and help people see their true sparkle, has lead to the enormous success of her Instagram community. In today’s...

Some people are clearly motivated by self-mastery — that motivation to develop and grow and I am one of them As humans none of us are perfect. I beleive that if we can take some powerful steps towards increasing our energy and vibration each and every day so that we feel empowered and ready to embrace opportunity we will release judgement and embrace being present  - meaning we can walk towards our highest and greatest potential. To do this you must step outside of your comfort zone. Today...

How do you attract and work with the world’s top celebrities? Read their energy and lean into the power of what you can create together.  Kelly Henderson is a celebrity stylist who works with Grammy award-winning stars and styled the show Nashville.   Topics discussed: I often say a stylist, makeup artist and tastemaker can see someone from the inside out.  They have a natural instinct and feel for what’s going on in someone's life, and I call it intuition.  What Kelly learned from...

Hilary DeCesare is an award-winning business expert, Author of the international bestseller: ReLaunch! Spark Your Heart To Ignite Your Life, and founder of The ReLaunch Company and today we talk about the power of manifesting what you want by believing in the power of YOU.   We speak about how she attracted Diana Ross into her life with the 3HQ method that will change your thinking and your life.   This former Silicon Valley CEO is widely recognized for her work in neuropsychology and is...

Sometimes the best compass to follow is your heart. Actress Rachael Coopes had a serious boyfriend and successful career in Australia when she was awarded a scholarship to study at a renowned clown school in Paris. It was the opportunity of a lifetime, so she upped sticks and fully surrendered herself to the possibilities of Paris. Cue a coveted pied-à-terre with a view of the Eiffel Tower, quaffing champagne at midnight with her glamorous new amies, and learning how to flirt in French. But...

We all want to achieve our career goals, but being a ‘people pleaser’ won’t help you reach your potential. It can actually de-value your skills, create more stress and leave you feeling unhappy at work. Think about the top entrepreneurs  and leaders in the world. Now ask yourself, have any of them achieved greatness by saying ‘yes’ all the time? In order to step into your true power and become a success story, you must first learn to empower others by saying ‘no’ in a meaningful,...

This is a  deep dive conversation on a topic that almost cost me my life. In 2013 I had a near death experience and a long road into recovery after contracting sepsis while in recovery from a burst appendix.    I didn’t realize how close to death I was until later.  Dr Flavia Huygen’s 30-year teaching, research and entrepreneurial career has been focused on molecular microbiology, with a particular focus on human pathogens and I want to share with you just how important this research is to...

In this episode of the Powerful Stories Podcast, we connect with Olympian, mum and founder of ‘Queenhood’, Elka Graham. Elka is a courageous, and confident woman who has a deep-rooted set of values in which she lives her life. The journey to becoming your true self requires a deep sense security in who you are. Elka understood, early on, that there is huge power in embracing the you that you were created to be and grasping this notion allowed her to achieve her dreams of becoming an...

I am so excited to be with you here today because we're going to be talking about the five habits that can improve your well-being. Now we all know as we get to the halfway mark of the year we can start to feel a little bit like a crispy fried chicken meaning we're burnt out, we're stressed, we're overwhelmed, some of us suffer from anxiety and we really need to align our energies for the win.    This solo Powerful Stories podcast episode will inspire you to invest in your wellbeing so...

I am a BIG fan of women in business who create and deliver impact in the wellness category simply because our health is our wealth.  What we place into our bodies and on our skin truly does make a difference to our life force.  In 2001, Vanessa Megan Gray Lyndon, founder and formulator of Vanessa Megan™, was inspired by a comment from her best friend that ‘you should never put anything on your skin you wouldn’t eat.’ This simple concept motivated extensive research into biochemistry and led...

I am so excited to share what I believe is a really powerful chapter in my new book. Self-Belief is Your Superpower, how to unleash your life purpose, own your power, and of course, become a magnet for miracles. It's from chapter 11, and I really feel that this is a powerful lesson for everyone today who wants to know how to cull their tribe. If you don't surround yourself with good people, the ones that light you up from the inside out, how can you propel forward and fulfill your life goals...

Colonel Kim Campbell is a retired United States Air Force officer and Command Pilot. She was decorated for piloting her A-10 Thunderbolt II back to base in southern Iraq after taking heavy anti-aircraft artillery damage in aerial combat over Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003. She served for 24 years as a fighter pilot and senior military leader - she is fearless and most importantly she is now showing up to pay forward her knowledge to others. Topics discussed: 1) You lead a...

Do you struggle with confidence in the workplace? Developing and maintaining confidence is an essential skill that can have a significant impact on your career growth and success. Here are my toptips on how to boost your confidence:1. Identify your strengths: Taken a moment to reflect on your skills and accomplishments. What are you good at? What have you achieved in your career so far? Identifying your strengths can help you feel more confident in your abilities and what you bring to the...

When her husband Ben Walker—founder of outdoor media company Shopper—passed away in his sleep at age 47, leaving her as a single mother of two young sons, Lisa Walker realised the best way to survive her grief was to create a new future.  She decided to turn her pain into purpose to co-found premium Australian wellness brand Eir Women—named for the Norse goddess of healing—in January 2023. . She was in her 40s and had to make some tough decisions.  Tough because most women would not make...