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Feeling stuck or unsure how to unlock your full potential?
Here's the truth: you are the best person in the entire world at being you - even if you don't quite believe that yet. Through real conversations with innovators, coaches, and everyday people navigating their own personal growth journeys, this podcast helps you gain self-awareness, build confidence, and create lasting change.
Each week, we explore the breakthroughs, struggles, and insights that help you understand what makes you tick and how to become the best version of yourself.
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Send a text Would you say passion and competence are enough to command respect in the boardroom? It depends who you are. My belief is that for many women leaders, there's an invisible rulebook most people never talk about. Pilar Mitchell, senior attorney and partner at Michael Sullivan and Associates, shares her journey from wanting to make her Peruvian grandmother proud to leading multiple offices and pioneering new business divisions. Perfect for: Women in leadership, legal profession...
Send a text Studies have shown that women are exponentially less likely to apply for a role because they don’t have every single qualification and experience listed in the job description. That’s just not cool and it’s a huge loss for the workplace. April shares her journey from foster care to leading Canada's first female-focused tech talent partner. From being diagnosed with ADHD at eight to revolutionizing how companies think about diversity hiring, April reveals why tra...
Send a text How do you learn best on the job - from someone constantly pointing out what you’re doing is wrong, or from a supportive and trust-based dialogue perspective? I know my preference in all areas of my life - not just the classroom. Craig is the creator of Trust-Based Observations and we discuss why traditional teacher evaluations kill innovation and how focusing on strengths transforms teacher experience and entire school cultures. Discover why collective teacher efficac...
Send a text Trauma recovery is not about feeling ready. Bianca, mental health counsellor and co-founder of Evolve Ventures, shares the honest truth about healing from trauma that most therapists won't tell you. From facing severe borderline personality disorder to nearly losing her business partnership, Bianca reveals why there's never a 'right time' to start therapy and why the work will be harder than you imagine - but worth it. Discover why trauma is actually a memory disorder, how y...
Send a text Struggling to understand how to support neurodiversity in your workplace or community? Sam Mitchell, autism advocate and host of Autism Rocks and Rolls podcast, shares his personal journey navigating a world that often misunderstands autism. From facing bullying in mainstream schooling to becoming a Davy Award-winning podcaster and TEDx speaker, Sam reveals why people with autism don't need to be "fixed" - they need opportunity. Perfect for: Leaders, educators, employers, an...
Send a text Think you'll start living deliberately "someday"? Your dying friend would tell you that day needs to be today. Kevin Crowe, founder of Give A Mile, shares the profound lessons learned from walking alongside his best friend through terminal brain cancer. From that heartbreak came a charity that's provided over 1,400 flights to connect dying people with their loved ones for final goodbyes. Discover why the hardest moments reveal what truly matters, how a 650-kilometer Arctic ultra-m...
Send a text Note: This episode was recorded as Courtney was preparing for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic Winter Games. Unfortunately, Courtney suffered a tibial plateau, medial collateral ligament, and meniscus injury competing prior to the Olympics and will miss the games. 💔 Think becoming an Olympian means automatic sponsorships and financial security? Think again. Courtney Hoffos, Canadian Olympic ski cross athlete and World Championship medalist, reveals the hidden business side of elite ...
Send a text Do you struggle to connect authentically with your team or feeling burned out as a leader? This could be caused by a humour deficiency in your life. Karyn Buxman, neuro-humorist and founder of The Human Lab, reveals why humour isn't just about entertainment - it's a powerful tool for influence, wellbeing, and personal growth. We discuss Karyn's three purposes of humour, how to use it without being "the funny one," and why starting your day with humour can rewire your brain f...
Send a text What if you were on the verge of losing it all? How willing would you be to face your reality and make the required changes to your life? My guest, Warren Miles-Pickup, experienced this very situation. He used it as a catalyst for life and career changes that have helped him establish balance where previously there was none. Perfect for: Anyone struggling to find balance between career and family life.Your transformation: You will see a path to a life that will allow you to ...
Send a text Are you struggling to lead authentically while driving real organizational change? Jana Mosley, President and CEO of Toronto Hydro, shares her career journey from a small mining town in Northern Manitoba to leading one of Canada's largest utilities. You'll discover why your most important team isn't the one reporting to you, how intentionality transforms leadership impact, and why gratitude is her secret weapon for staying grounded. Perfect for: Emerging and established lead...
Send a text Are you frustrated trying to learn something new, but traditional methods just aren't working? Patrick's personal growth journey started with one question: why does learning music have to be so hard? His answer is transforming music education and reveals a breakthrough approach to self-improvement that applies far beyond music. Discover why inspiring play beats forcing discipline, and how gamification unlocks lasting change. Perfect for: Anyone stuck with traditional learnin...
Send a text Have you ever fallen into the trap of using all of your energy to please other people while putting your own needs aside? I think we've all been guilty of that from time-to-time. This is a key topic of what Shawn and I discuss in this episode. Who should watch/listen: Anyone seeking authenticity, personal growth, and those interested in the transformative power of community and self-awareness.Your transformation: You will find empowerment by embracing authenticity and ...
Send a text Have you ever died and lived to tell the tale? My guest, Bill Goodwin, has. And what he did next is spectacular. He took that experience and turned it into a deeper life of service for others. Who should watch/listen: Anyone seeking inspiration from transformative life experiences.Your transformation: You will be inspired by Bill's profound inspiration, which will help you to live more intentionally.By not watching/listening: You will miss out on valuable lessons about...
Send a text Sports commentating / broadcasting (particularly ⚽️) used to be a job exclusively for men. Thankfully, that is changing. I had the chance to chat about this with Ellen Ellard who thus far has the Women's Champions League Final, Olympic summer games, and the London Marathon on her broadcasting CV. Who should watch/listen: Anyone interested in the journey of a sports broadcaster, especially those curious about the challenges and triumphs of women in the industry.Your tr...
Send a text Grief is a very difficult life event to navigate. And sometimes the end of life is not the end of the journey and story. This is exactly what songwriter, Saint PHNX lead singer, and philanthropist Stevie Jukes and I discuss in this episode. We discuss the impact of music on mental health, the journey of creating the Happy Place Workshop after the loss of Stevie and Al's father, Bert, and the importance of using music as a tool for healing and resilience. Stevie a...
Send a text Most of us have heard about the importance of regulating our emotions. What about resolving the emotions that no longer serve you? As in completely removing them from the equation. This is the important topic that Cedric Bertelli and I discuss in this episode. Cedric is the founder of the Emotional Health Institute and co-developer of EmRes® (Emotional Resolution®), which is a neuroscience-backed, body-based method that empowers people to permanently resolve limiting e...
Send a text How much do you truly know about menopause? Where can you go to seek help and support in this crucial space? This is exactly what Dr. Kate Hawkins and I discuss in this episode. Dr Kate’s interest in menopause care grew directly from her work in chiropractic, where over time many of my patients began voicing questions and concerns about changes in their bodies as they moved through midlife. Who should watch/listen: Women in their mid-30s to 50s who are navigating the ...
Send a text How do you define success? What costs are you willing to pay for your definition of success? This is what Bennett Maxwell and I discuss on this episode. Bennett has been involved in sales for most of his life, progressing from door-to-door, to solar, to cookies, and now spends a lot of his time selling and supporting franchises and franchisees to success. Who should watch/listen: Aspiring entrepreneurs, especially those interested in franchising, who are looking for in...
Send a text How clear are you on how much growth are you planning for? And how do you plan to look after yourself during this period of growth? This is the foundational topic of my chat with Courtney Intersimone. Courtney helps professionals scale in their career, income and life with a sense of purpose and with ample energy and presence to thoroughly enjoy the ride with more ease and grace. Who should watch/listen: Professionals in mid to senior-level corporate roles who are at ...
Send a text How much innovation do you incorporate into your leadership? How much do you expect your leader to innovate as they grow? That's the theme for this episode where I’m joined by educator and the Dean of the School of Applied Digital Technology at Southern Alberta Institution for Technology, who discusses leadership in education, and where innovation truly comes into play. Cherie is all about achieving excellence in leadership and she does this with passion, energy, and enthusiasm in...
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