In this episode, we sit down with Emily-Jane Sarroff—business mentor, life coach, social media figure, and host of the Empower with Em Podcast. As a six-figure business owner, Emily-Jane shares her journey of managing wellbeing while building a thriving business. We explore her personal health journey, how she maintains work-life balance, and her approach to integrating branding with marketing psychology. Emily-Jane reveals why branding isn’t just about aesthetics but about creating meaningful connections that captivate and convert.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Emily-Jane manages her wellbeing while running a successful business
• The importance of work-life balance for entrepreneurs
• Insights from her personal health journey and self-care practices
• The psychology of branding and why it’s essential for everyone
• How to create a brand that connects deeply with your audience
• The intersection of creative branding and strategic marketing.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ray Pang SH, a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to reshaping the education system through innovation and collaboration. As the founder of Global Freedom Initiative, Ray has worked with schools worldwide to reform curriculums and provide professional development for educators, parents, and students. With a background in launching multiple startups and scaling two businesses to multiple 7-figures, Ray is on a mission to shift education from a rigid system of imprinting to an empowering journey of co-creation.

We dive deep into:

• Identity shifts and how to navigate pivotal moments in life and business
• Trusting the unknown and embracing uncertainty as part of growth
• The future of education – how Ray is leading change in schools globally
• The power of intentional collaboration and redefining learning for the next generation

This conversation is packed with insights on transformation, leadership, and rethinking traditional systems. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, educator, or someone navigating change, you won’t want to miss this one!

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Burnout is an all-too-common struggle, especially for entrepreneurs trying to balance success with well-being. But what if the key to sustainable success isn’t working harder—but being more compassionate with yourself?

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Hayley D Quinn, an anti-burnout business coach, speaker, trainer, author, and former clinical psychologist. As the founder of Welcome to Self®, Dr. Hayley helps women entrepreneurs build thriving businesses without compromising their well-being. Having faced burnout herself, she discovered the transformative power of self-compassion and now guides others to step into their authenticity and create sustainable success.

In this conversation, we explore:

✔️ How compassion can transform your approach to work and life

✔️ Practical ways to incorporate self-compassion into your daily routine

✔️ The biggest lessons Dr. Hayley learned from burnout

✔️ How to recognize early signs of burnout and take proactive steps

✔️ Why authenticity is key to building a business that truly nourishes you

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone navigating burnout, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you succeed—without sacrificing yourself in the process.

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Michelle Cassidy, a twin mother, devoted wife, yoga & Pilates teacher trainer, and landcare conservationist. With over 20 years of experience teaching yoga and Pilates, Michelle shares how she has built an incredible career in wellness while balancing family life, running Australia’s largest yoga and Pilates teacher training company, and staying grounded in her mission to protect the environment.

Michelle opens up about:

• How following her heart shaped her journey in wellness.
• Practical tools for quietening the mind and improving mental health.
• Simple, actionable steps you can take today for your wellbeing.
• Her secrets to juggling family, business, and personal wellness.
• Insights from managing over 60 staff and ensuring their wellbeing remains a priority.
• Corporate wellness strategies and her work with major organizations like Westpac, Commonwealth Bank, Versace, and KPMG.

Whether you’re a corporate leader, a busy parent, or someone passionate about wellbeing, this episode offers invaluable advice and inspiration to help you thrive.

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In this episode, we’re diving into a game-changing approach to sustainability in the workplace—one that doesn’t rely solely on executives or sustainability officers but instead empowers the unsung heroes within an organisation. Our guest, Dr. Aurora Dawn Benton, is the Founder and Chief Change Agent of Astrapto LLC, a company dedicated to making sustainability practical and accessible for those who may not have “sustainability” in their job title but have the power to drive real change.

Dr. Benton has worked with global organizations like Hilton, Hard Rock International, and the World Wildlife Fund, helping them engage employees at all levels in sustainability efforts. In this conversation, she shares her insights on why employees are the missing ingredient in most corporate sustainability programs, how to empower impact champions, and why engaging traditionally overlooked staff can be the key to lasting change.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in your organisation—or simply curious about how small shifts can create exponential impact—this episode is for you!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why most corporate sustainability programs overlook the most critical change agents—employees.
• How to recognise and support sustainability champions in any organization.
• The power of empowerment: what happens when people are given the tools and encouragement to drive change.
• Practical strategies to engage frontline staff and other often-overlooked employees in sustainability efforts.
• Lessons from Dr. Benton’s work with major brands in the hospitality and event industries.
• Insights from her new book, Exponential Impact: Harnessing Human Potential to Drive Sustainability in Organisations.

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In today’s episode, we sit down with Tom Cronin, a former high-stakes finance executive who found himself at a breaking point—until meditation changed everything. Now, as the founder of The Stillness Project, he’s on a mission to help one billion people discover the power of stillness in their daily lives.

We dive deep into Tom’s incredible transformation from a bond trader drowning in chaos to a global leader in mindfulness. We explore how meditation is reshaping corporate culture, the biggest workplace trends for 2025, and simple yet powerful strategies to bring more clarity, peace, and focus into your life.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• The moment Tom knew he needed a radical change
• How meditation rewires the mind and reduces stress
• The rise of mindfulness in corporate leadership & why top companies are embracing it
• Key shifts happening in workplace wellness in 2025
• Simple, practical meditation techniques anyone can start today
• Tom’s biggest lessons from launching The Stillness Project

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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Tessa Bailey, CEO and Principal Psychologist at the OPUS Centre for Psychosocial Risk. As one of the leading experts in workplace mental health and psychosocial safety, Dr. Bailey brings over a decade of research and applied practice to the table. Her work focuses on creating healthier, more productive workplaces by tackling psychosocial risks and designing sustainable interventions.

Together, we explore:

• What psychosocial hazards are and how they impact workplace wellbeing.
• Evidence-based strategies to manage workload—even when it can’t be reduced.
• The importance of creating a "third space" to decompress and set boundaries between work and personal life.
• Practical ways to build boundaries for improved work-life balance and mental health.
• How organisations can foster psychologically safe environments to support their teams.

Dr. Bailey shares actionable tips and relatable stories that are perfect for leaders, HR professionals, and employees looking to create more sustainable ways of working. This episode is your guide to better understanding psychosocial safety and finding ways to thrive—even in high-pressure environments.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Tuckwood, a sales expert, entrepreneur, and founder of SWISH (Selling With Integrity & Selling Honestly). With over 15 years in the sales world, Ryan has transformed how professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs approach selling—focusing on authenticity, ethics, and relationship-building.

Ryan shares his incredible journey, from struggling in sales to securing investment on Shark Tank Australia and building one of the world’s leading online sales training platforms, The SWISH Academy. He also breaks down:

✅ Why he believes everyone can sell—and the biggest mistakes people make

✅ How DISC profiling helps improve communication and sales success

✅ The psychology behind inspiring action and ethical persuasion

✅ His game-changing insights from spending five days with Sir Richard Branson

✅ How he balances being a business leader, advisor, speaker, and father—while prioritizing his well-being

If you’re looking to level up your communication, sales skills, and business mindset, this episode is packed with value!

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