On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Louise Southam of Beyond Belief Couching shares her journey from a successful career in recruitment to becoming a leadership and business coach.

She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to pursue her passion for coaching, the challenges she faced as a single mother and the personal growth she experienced during her journey.

Louise emphasises the importance of resilience, manifestation and the power of positive thinking, as well as practical tools like journaling to facilitate self-discovery and empowerment.

Her story is one of courage, determination, and the belief that we can shape our own destinies.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

Transitioning from recruitment to coaching.

Balancing motherhood and career aspirations.

Taking leaps of faith.

How personal challenges can shape resilience and determination.

The importance of manifestation in creating a desired life.

Journaling.

Overcoming fears of public speaking.

The importance of networking and asking for help.

Balancing masculine and feminine energies in leadership.

Values in organisations.

One-on-one coaching.

Creating a supportive work environment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:07 From Recruitment to Coaching

06:07 Motherhood and Career Aspirations

08:49 The Leap of Faith

11:59 Divorce and Self-Discovery

15:11 Manifestation and the Power of Positive Thinking

18:05 Journaling

21:05 Finding Confidence Through Public Speaking

24:01 Building a Coaching Business

26:17 The Power of Helping Others

28:50 Leadership Challenges

30:36 Heart-Centered Leadership and Generational Shifts

32:08 Creating a Supportive Work Environment

35:51 Masculine and Feminine Energy in Leadership

36:43 The Importance of Values in Organisations

40:45 One-on-One Coaching

45:54 Personal Growth and Inner Happiness

49:19 Quickfire Questions

On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Cassidy Macken shares her inspiring journey of starting Cassidy's Beauty Academy.

From her early passion for beauty to the challenges of running a business while raising children, Cassidy discusses the importance of education in the beauty industry and her drive to fill the gaps she identified.

She also opens up about her experience with ADHD and how it influences her approach to business. Cassidy emphasises the significance of securing funding and overcoming fears in the entrepreneurial journey, providing valuable insights for aspiring business owners.

Cassidy shares her journey of entrepreneurship, discussing the nuances of good and bad debt, the challenges of securing funding, and her experiences as a young mother balancing family and career.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

Cassidy's journey in the beauty industry at a young age.

Balancing motherhood and running a business.

Education in the beauty industry.

ADHD in business.

Stepping out of comfort zones.

Adapting to industry trends.

Understanding the difference between good and bad debt.

Securing funding.

Finding the right business location.

Having a clear vision for business growth.

Taking risks when young.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:03 Inspiration Behind Cassidy's Beauty Academy

10:16 From Beauty to Education

20:02 Navigating the Competitive Beauty Industry

22:02 ADHD in Business

27:49 Securing Startup Funding

28:20 Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

29:51 The Journey to Securing Funding

32:53 Finding the Right Business Location

34:27 Resilience in Business

37:40 Balancing Motherhood and Business

40:05 Vision and Goals for the Business

42:17 Staying Focused on Your Goals

47:11 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs

55:32 Defining Personal Success

On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Brendan Hall shares his experiences leading a team in the Clipper Round The World Yacht Race.

He discusses the challenges of managing a diverse group of sailors, the emotional realities of leadership, and the importance of consistency and autonomy in team dynamics.

Brendan reflects on his early leadership challenges, the pressure of performance, and the critical lesson that a leader's mood can significantly impact the team's morale.

He discusses the challenges of leading under pressure during a dangerous sailing race, highlighting the need for transparency and psychological safety.

Brendan reflects on the emotional toll of leadership decisions and the lessons learned from navigating crises. He also offers insights on creating high-performing teams and the challenges of transitioning to life after such a significant achievement.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

• The Clipper Round The World Yacht Race.
• Managing diverse motivations within a team.
• Emotional intelligence in leadership roles.
• Consistency in leadership.
• The influence a leader's mood can have on team performance.
• Empowering team members.
• Letting go of control.
• Transparency and open communication.
• Dealing with high-pressure situations.
• Creating psychological safety.
• Investing in team members' development.
• Life transitions after significant achievements.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:37 Clipper Yacht Race

04:51 Team Dynamics and Leadership Challenges

06:32 Realities of Leadership

09:03 Early Leadership Challenges

15:37 Consistency in Leadership

18:32 Team Autonomy

19:54 The Evolution of Leadership

24:37 Dealing with Pressure

30:28 Resilience in Crisis: A Leadership Test

36:24 Creating High-Performing Teams

37:31 Life After the Race