Focus on WHY
Seeking fulfilment and purpose in your life? The intention of this podcast is to encourage you to focus on your WHY which will enable and empower you to achieve your desires. Creating positive, global ripple effects, guests from all walks of life and at differing stages in their business, career and life speak with podcast host, Amy Rowlinson, sharing their unique perspectives on purpose in relatable, uplifting and inspiring conversations. Have a Purpose. Have a Plan. Focus on WHY.
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465 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
06/03/2025
465 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, focusing on specific topics, unravelling different threads and diving deeper into the moments which sparked my curiosity. In this episode, I explore themes such as legacy, transformation, gratitude, meaningful success, work-life balance, adversity, authentic living, motivation, fulfilment, sharing my Reflections with Actions drawn from these five recent podcast conversations: 460 Purpose Over Pace with Holly Rowlinson 461 Human Flourishing in All Seasons of Life with Christian Ray Flores 462 Journey and Adventure Within with Harriet Bratt 463 In Pursuit of Better with Pete Cooper 464 Purposeful Consolidation with Elliot Kay KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Fulfilment isn’t a one-time achievement. It’s the result of consistently living in alignment with what truly matters. If you’ve ever felt off-balance, uninspired or stuck, it might be a signal that your values and behaviours are out of sync.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* FINALIST IN 2025 BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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464 Purposeful Consolidation with Elliot Kay
05/28/2025
464 Purposeful Consolidation with Elliot Kay
What if chasing more was keeping you from what truly matters? Elliot Kay shares his powerful journey of stepping back from multiple ventures to realign with purpose. With unfiltered honesty, he explores how choosing consolidation over constant hustle brought clarity, joy and deeper presence in both life and work. Elliot redefines success not by income, but by impact, connection and legacy. From being more present as a father to transforming the speaking industry, his story offers inspiration for anyone at a crossroads. Perhaps it’s your turn to embrace a purposeful consolidation. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘What I’m actually focused on is consolidation, on pulling in my life, focusing on becoming a better father on a daily basis so I can be more present and a bit more fun for my kids. Every day I focus on trying to be a better person.’ ABOUT ELLIOT Elliot Kay’s journey is one of resilience, transformation and purpose. Growing up amid addiction, neglect and violence, he faced immense struggles, including dyslexia and a devastating assault at 13. But he refused to be defined by his past. Instead, he built a thriving business and became a powerhouse in leadership communication. Now an award-winning UK speaker, trainer and author, Elliot helps others harness their voices for impact and success. His mission is clear: to empower individuals to own their stories, rise beyond circumstances and lead with confidence—because your past doesn’t define you. You do. CONNECT WITH ELLIOT ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Shortlisted in The Business Book Awards 2025 (Work and Life category): Focus on Why: Create a Purposeful Way of Life by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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463 In Pursuit of Better with Pete Cooper
05/20/2025
463 In Pursuit of Better with Pete Cooper
What does it truly mean to be a better human? How can you pursue better without falling into the perfectionism trap? Business Book Awards 2025 Finalist, Pete Cooper, challenges the myth of perfection and advocates for the ongoing pursuit of better. Discover his three strands of fulfilment, align your behaviours with your core values and explore the importance of diversity, intention and authentic leadership. Whether you’re seeking clarity in your life’s direction or aiming to make a genuine difference in your career, Pete shares powerful, practical strategies to help you grow with purpose. Begin your journey of conscious transformation today. Be in pursuit of better. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘It’s better, not best. Best, for me, implies a limit, whereas better just is quite a filling objective in that we can always be better, and it steers away from that risk of perfectionism.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* The Better Human Blueprint by Pete Cooper - Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown - Daring Greatly by Brené Brown - PODCASTS The Diary of a CEO with Steven Barlett The High Performance Podcast ABOUT PETE Pete Cooper is a dedicated talent and culture specialist with over a decade of experience in organisational and talent development. Holding an MSc in Occupational Psychology, Pete leverages evidence-based practices to drive meaningful change within organisations. As the chairperson of a sports club, he excels in building high-performance teams and shaping organisational cultures. Pete has developed early career programmes, created career development frameworks and led strategic talent initiatives with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. His experience spans leading talent and culture transformations and consulting across public, private, and charitable sectors worldwide. In his debut book, The Better Human Blueprint, he offers practical advice on achieving personal and professional fulfilment, guiding readers on a journey of self-discovery and continuous improvement. CONNECT WITH PETE ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Shortlisted in The Business Book Awards 2025 (Work and Life category): Focus on Why: Create a Purposeful Way of Life by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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462 Journey and Adventure Within with Harriet Bratt
05/13/2025
462 Journey and Adventure Within with Harriet Bratt
International speaker and trainer Harriet Bratt reveals her inspiring evolution from being silenced by self-doubt to creating real impact through confidence and clarity. She discusses the value of genuine self-expression, ongoing personal development and staying focused amidst everyday distractions. Harriet also shares insights into her healing journey, transformative routines and deep commitment to helping others find their voice and live intentionally. Whether you’re facing inner struggles or simply craving greater purpose, Harriet’s story invites you to explore your own Journey and Adventure Within. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘I've got a little saying; 'grow till we go'. I believe there will always be further expansion. There'll be areas that are blind to me right now that will evolve through healing, through growth, through expansion. But I would also say, I've done a lot of the work. I've got a lot of the internal foundations now.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod - ABOUT HARRIET Harriet is a powerhouse speaker and mentor on a mission to help ambitious entrepreneurs own the stage, elevate their income and make serious impact - whilst having a lot of fun along the way. It’s one thing to speak, another to IMPACT! With her Warriors’ approach to mindset, public speaking and business growth, Harriet supports you to step fully into your power and turn information into unforgettable messages. Having provided keynotes and ran live events for thousands around the world, plus training hundreds of speakers - along with her online membership Impact, Harriet empowers female entrepreneurs to play with fear, confidently captivate audiences and create magic on both live and virtual stages. When she’s not teaching others to keep their fire burning & continue to inspire, you’ll find her outdoors with her dogs, embracing travel or dancing around the house. If you’re ready to amp up your impact, income and speaking game, she’s here to get you there with flair! CONNECT WITH HARRIET Facebook Speak with Soul - public speaking group Instagram LinkedIn Website ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Shortlisted in The Business Book Awards 2025 (Work and Life category): Focus on Why: Create a Purposeful Way of Life by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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461 Human Flourishing in all Seasons of Life with Christian Ray Flores
05/06/2025
461 Human Flourishing in all Seasons of Life with Christian Ray Flores
Christian Ray Flores shares his remarkable journey from refugee to international pop star to purpose-driven high-performance coach. In this inspiring conversation, he explores the themes of resilience, antifragility and legacy. Offering powerful insights into personal growth and transformation, Christian Ray unpacks the importance of self-awareness, the fuel of pure motivation and love as a catalyst for lasting change. Through compelling stories and practical strategies, he shows how to reframe adversity into opportunity and highlights the profound impact of serving others on the path to true Human Flourishing in all Seasons of Life. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘The good news is that in every season, you can flourish tremendously, and the flourishing never ends.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho - Little Book of Big Reasons to Love America: A Love Letter From An Immigrant by Christan Ray Flores - From Strength to Strength by Arthur C Brooks - ABOUT CHRISTIAN Christian Ray Flores is an entrepreneur, international recording artist, philanthropist and high-performance coach. His extraordinary journey from a child refugee in Chile to entertaining millions as a pop star in Eastern Europe, leading philanthropic projects internationally, to planting churches and founding entrepreneurial projects in the US – makes Christian a uniquely dynamic speaker and compelling leader. With a master's degree in economics and fluency in four languages, he is a versatile communicator. Based in Austin, Texas, he co-founded Third Drive Media, creating award-winning media projects and raising millions for startups and the non-profit Ascend Mission Fund, serving children in Mozambique and Ukraine. Through Xponential, his high-performance coaching for purpose-driven professionals, Christian empowers business and non-profit leaders to reach and stay at the top of their game. Christian has been a pastor for 25 years and loves coaching pastors. He is the host of the "Headspace by Christian Ray Flores" podcast and author of Little Book of Big Reasons to Love America. CONNECT WITH CHRISTIAN Newsletter: LinkedIn: Facebook: X: YouTube: Instagram: Tiktok: ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Shortlisted in The Business Book Awards 2025 (Work and Life category): Focus on Why: Create a Purposeful Way of Life by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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460 Purpose Over Pace with Holly Rowlinson
05/04/2025
460 Purpose Over Pace with Holly Rowlinson
After collapsing from heatstroke during the 2024 Brighton Marathon, Holly Rowlinson faced heartbreak and the loss of a long-held goal. With reflection and the support of St John Ambulance, Holly turned her setback into a purpose. A year later, she ran the 2025 London Marathon, raising over £2,000 for the charity who helped her back to her feet. Holly’s story is a testament to community, gratitude and the strength created from having a meaningful why. With this clarity and determination, Holly focused beyond the finish line. Reframing failure, she chose not to run for time but for something greater. Holly chose purpose over pace. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘We both pushed each other over that line and that's the spirit of the marathon.’ RESOURCE Holly’s Fundraising page: ABOUT HOLLY Holly is a final year English undergraduate at the University of Exeter, having spent her third year studying at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She loves skiing, playing university cricket and parkrun tourism both as a runner and volunteer. CONNECT WITH HOLLY ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Shortlisted in The Business Book Awards 2025 (Work and Life category): Focus on Why: Create a Purposeful Way of Life by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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459 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
04/29/2025
459 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
Celebrating five years of the Focus on WHY podcast - 30.4.2020 - 30.4.2025! After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, focusing on specific topics, unravelling different threads and diving deeper into the moments which sparked my curiosity. In this episode, I explore themes such as The Business Book Awards 2025, promises, core values, compassion, resilience, authenticity, intuition, courage, mental health stigma, meaningful success and marathon finishers, sharing my Reflections with Actions drawn from these five recent podcast conversations: 454 Breathing Life into Conversations with Shelly Starks 455 Autonomous Awakenings with Rachel Power 456 Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You with Lucy Henshall 457 Walk Alongside You with Rhona Morrison 458 Feel the Meaning with Dave Pounds KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Life’s greatest victories are sometimes born out of your greatest trials. Setbacks can be the start of something even more beautiful. It’s all about the meaning you choose to give them. The moments that break you open are the ones that show you who you really are.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* FINALIST IN 2025 BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – RESOURCES Holly’s Fundraising page: Bryony’s Fundraising page: Extended DISC - ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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458 Feel the Meaning with Dave Pounds
04/22/2025
458 Feel the Meaning with Dave Pounds
How do you transform deep trauma into purpose and meaning? Dave Pounds, founder of Be Remarkable, shares his powerful journey from personal tragedy and PTSD to creating a life and coaching program rooted in resilience and fulfilment. Dave discusses the impact of finding purpose, moving through addiction and the lessons learned from decades of searching for healing. With raw honesty, inspiration and actionable insights Dave reveals why it’s essential to feel the meaning. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘If you layer your skills and your passions, you can deliver a purpose that makes a difference to somebody else. The sense of meaning you get back from delivering that purpose, once you've got that, in my view, I think you've cracked one of life's biggest challenges and it all begins to make sense.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk - The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy - Belonging by Owen Eastwood - ABOUT DAVE At 12, Dave’s world was shattered when he witnessed the murder of his mum. Left to ‘carry on as normal,’ he battled PTSD, fear, and at its worst, alcohol abuse and rehab. Yet, through self-leadership, he built resilience and found meaning by living out his purpose—helping others do the same. Now, through A Design for Life, his self-leadership coaching program, Dave guides individuals and teams to discover their values, define their purpose, and build the tools to thrive. His message is clear: purpose isn’t found—it’s chosen, and it has the power to transform everything. CONNECT WITH DAVE ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* SHORTLISTED FOR THE BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – FINALIST IN 2025 BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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457 Walk Alongside People with Rhona Morrison
04/15/2025
457 Walk Alongside People with Rhona Morrison
Have you ever wondered how your life experiences could become powerful stories of change and inspiration? Rhona Morrison shares her extraordinary journey from forensic psychiatry to cruise ship lecturing. A passionate advocate for mental health, Rhona draws on decades of professional experience and personal loss to challenge stigma and promote understanding. Her work with mentally ill offenders, alongside caring for her sister and grieving her husband, has shaped a mission rooted in compassion. Through her books, public speaking and evocative art, she invites us to rethink how we view mental illness. Rhona’s story is one of resilience, reinvention and hope showing that purpose can thrive after adversity. Her enduring message? See beyond the labels, embrace life’s transitions and choose to Walk Alongside People. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘It's a journey. We walk alongside people. You can't cure major mental illness like schizophrenia, so we're walking on a journey with them and it's a privilege. You get to meet the people behind the headlines, the human beings.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* I Don’t Talk to Dead Bodies by Rhona Morrison - From Crime Scenes to Cruise Ships by Rhona Morrison – Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – ABOUT RHONA Rhona Morrison is a retired Forensic Psychiatrist who worked in the NHS in Scotland for 32 years. She has a grounded approach to life, a generous helping of humour and an adventurous spirit. Her bestselling memoir, I Don’t Talk to Dead Bodies, shared bizarre, funny, and at times, scary stories about her life and work with mentally disordered offenders. The second instalment of her memoir, From Crime Scenes to Cruise Ships, follows her journey through bereavement after the loss of her husband and embracing her retirement as a solo traveller in life, while also offering the reader a lesson in seizing the day. When not writing about her fascinating life, Rhona is an artist and a globetrotting cruise line speaker. CONNECT WITH RHONA ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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456 Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You with Lucy Henshall
04/08/2025
456 Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You with Lucy Henshall
What if the life you’ve planned is only the beginning of who you’re truly meant to become? In this powerful episode, Lucy Henshall shares how a health crisis steered her from a conventional career as a GP onto a path of purpose, freedom and self-discovery. Guided by intuition and courage, Lucy now empowers others to embrace change and live authentically. From cycling across Cuba to mentoring fellow doctors, her story is a call to trust the unknown, embrace vulnerability as a strength and what it means to Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You. It’s an invitation to live and to live fully and richly and go for it because you cannot get it wrong.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield - ABOUT LUCY Lucy’s GP career was defined by her love of people. She thrived on the human interactions and shared problem-solving with her patients. She intended to practice into her 60s, but shortly after her 50th birthday, a life-changing experience derailed everything. Lucy’s second career grew from the ashes of her first - and for the last 8 years Lucy has supported other GPs who seek to resume work after unexpected time out. In 2018 she founded and she is now a respected expert, leader and speaker in this field. Having found her Ikigai, Lucy is now thriving and loving life. CONNECT WITH LUCY ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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455 Autonomous Awakenings with Rachel Power
04/01/2025
455 Autonomous Awakenings with Rachel Power
After being told she’d reached her potential in the corporate world, Rachel Power embarked on a journey from burnout to purposeful living. She now helps others align personal values with professional goals, build meaningful relationships and navigate change without sacrificing wellbeing. Rachel emphasises self-care, boundaries and intuition in decision-making, advocating for a compassionate and balanced approach to work and life. By encouraging self-awareness and personal responsibility, Rachel empowers individuals and teams to redefine success on their terms. Tune in and take the first step toward your own autonomous awakenings. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘We've got all the parts of the jigsaw. Just, at the moment, the parts of the jigsaw are not in the right places.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Redefining Career Success by Rachel Power - The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk - ABOUT RACHEL Rachel Power, Amazon best-selling author, licensed career coach and certified women's coach, is the founder of Power Your Potential. Her mission is to educate, empower and enlighten leaders and teams about the impact of trauma in the workplace, aiming to create a kinder world. Using her P.O.W.E.R. approach, she blends deep-rooted healing with practical strategies, guiding professionals to build resilience, enhance performance and become their best selves via her book, workshops, and 1:1 coaching CONNECT WITH RACHEL ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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454 Breathing Life into Conversations with Shelly Starks
03/26/2025
454 Breathing Life into Conversations with Shelly Starks
Communications coach Shelly Starks shares how to connect authentically while staying true to yourself. She explores behavioural analysis tools like Extended DISC and the impact of life experiences on purposeful communication. Shelly discusses how understanding communication styles enhances conversations, creativity and team productivity. She also reflects how a radical hysterectomy reshaped her priorities. Emphasising boundaries and intentional connections, trust your instincts and embrace authenticity and hear how Shelly is breathing life into conversations. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘One of the challenges I see is that we're treating everybody the same, across the board and individuals are individual, so it's important that we meet them where they are, in the way that they communicate, problem-solve and make decisions.’ ABOUT SHELLY Shelly Starks, CEO of Inline Consulting Services, LLC., has an impressive tenure of over 20 years in both Extended DISC® coaching and business advising and has been an instrumental force for communications coaching in the business community. For her clients, the real measure of success is in the tangible progress they achieve. By understanding behavioural styles and focusing on team dynamics, individuals and businesses alike can unlock avenues for scalable growth. Her passion is helping businesses find the ROI investing in their people! CONNECT WITH SHELLY ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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453 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
03/19/2025
453 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
453 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, honing in on specific topics, unravelling different threads and diving deeper into the moments that sparked my curiosity. In this episode, I explore themes such as storytelling, neurodiversity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), motivation, mastery, autonomy, truth and rigour, sharing my Reflections with Actions drawn from these five recent podcast conversations: 448 Health, Wealth and Happiness with Gurps Khaira 449 Keys to Self-Compassion with Charlie Hart 450 Redesigning for Difference with Nadia Nagamootoo 451 Reveal Your Brilliance with Sarah Stones 452 Storytelling with Substance Simon Raybould KEY TAKEAWAY ‘If you’re striving toward your own version of meaningful success, remember, success isn’t just about the outcome. It’s about who you become in the process and the lives you impact along the way.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Drive by Daniel Pink - When by Daniel Pink - To Sell is Human by Daniel Pink - Traction by Gino Wickman - Good to Great Jim Collins - Start with Why by Simon Sinek - How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie - Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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452 Storytelling with Substance Simon Raybould
03/12/2025
452 Storytelling with Substance Simon Raybould
Dive into the fascinating world of storytelling with Dr Simon Raybould, as he unravels the power behind the stories we tell. Simon challenges the traditional approach of parroted tales and introduces a more forensic use of stories to inspire true change. From prioritising factual storytelling over fictional narratives to emphasising truth and rigour in your information consumption, Simon's insights will reshape how you perceive stories, transforming them into powerful tools for real change. If you want to make a difference, embrace storytelling with substance. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘If it inspires you at all, that inspiration lasts no more than a few minutes biochemically and a few hours psychologically and maybe at best, a few days behaviourally.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Factfulness by Hans Rosling, Ola Rosling, Anna Rosling Rönnlund - StoryMaking by Dr Simon Raybould - ABOUT SIMON Simon Raybould began his career as a university researcher, with his PhD focusing on environmental factors that may contribute to childhood leukaemia. His work was primarily rooted in complex statistical analysis rather than medicine and he and his colleagues made significant progress in understanding how to prevent the disease. He went on to spend over 24 years as a professional researcher in academia. Beyond research, Simon has worked as an actor, lighting designer and even a fire-eater. His diverse experiences led to a keen interest in communication particularly in conveying complex research findings to politicians and policymakers in a clear, accessible and unambiguous manner, often in high-pressure situations. This meticulous attention to precision and clarity now underpins his work as a trainer, speaker and author, ensuring that his insights are both rigorous and easily understood. CONNECT WITH SIMON LinkedIn: Website: Instagram: ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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451 Reveal Your Brilliance with Sarah Stones
03/05/2025
451 Reveal Your Brilliance with Sarah Stones
How might you be unknowingly obscuring your own natural brilliance and blocking your potential? Motivation Specialist Sarah Stones unpacks the transformative power of understanding personal motivational drivers and aligning them with work and life. She shares insights on uncovering your motivational blueprint, identifying misalignments, reflecting on energy levels and creating environments that fuel your unique strengths. Whether you're seeking fulfilment, navigating a career transition or leading a team, Sarah provides the keys to motivation and self-discovery-showing how one conversation can spark a lifetime of purpose and reveal your brilliance. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘I believe that if we are supporting someone's motivation, then by default, we’re supporting their mental health and wellbeing.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Drive by Daniel Pink - ABOUT SARAH Sarah Stones is a Motivation Specialist, professional speaker, coach and trainer who helps individuals and organisations understand what truly drives them. Using innovative tools such as Motivational Maps® coupled with her professional background in HR and passion for empowering people to fulfil their potential, Sarah offers keynotes, workshops, and career and life coaching, training. Drawing from her personal journey of resilience (living with cerebral palsy and overcoming cancer) Sarah brings warmth, expertise and practical tools to inspire people to navigate life’s challenges and find purpose. Are you looking for a motivational speaker with a difference? Sarah is not a motivational speaker. She is a Motivation Specialist who speaks about motivation. She doesn’t believe anyone can stand up in front of an audience and motivate them. Other motivational speakers inspire their audiences. Sarah gives individuals the insight and tools to motivate themselves. CONNECT WITH SARAH ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Work with Amy to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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450 Redesigning for Difference with Nadia Nagamootoo
02/26/2025
450 Redesigning for Difference with Nadia Nagamootoo
Nadia Nagamootoo, a Chartered Business Psychologist, drives systemic change through diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in organisations. She emphasises the need to uncover and address the invisible, historical biases embedded in systems designed by and for the majority. Urging leaders to reflect on their beliefs and develop emotional intelligence, Nadia encourages them to embrace complexity and engage in open-minded conversations to navigate DEI effectively. Nadia advocates for a more inclusive world through storytelling, self-awareness and a willingness to embrace redesigning for difference. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘We need to start redesigning for difference and that means leaders being comfortable moving away from the binary and making the most of who they’ve got in their team.’ RESOURCES & BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Why Care? Podcast - Beyond Discomfort: Why inclusive leadership is so hard (and what you can do about it) by Nadia Nagamootoo - Read This To Get Smarter by Blair Imani - ABOUT NADIA Nadia Nagamootoo (she/her) is the founder and CEO of Avenir. She’s a Chartered Psychologist, a MBA and accredited coach with 20 years’ experience in the field of leadership development, culture change and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. She’s host of the popular podcast, Why Care?, where she delves deeply into the complex and uncomfortable world of DEI. Her bestselling book, Beyond Discomfort: Why inclusive leadership is so hard (and what you can do about it) was published in March 2024. She continues to be publicly recognised for her passion, drive and thought-leadership. In 2023, she was listed as HR Most Influential Thinker and named HR Champion of the Year at the European Diversity Awards. CONNECT WITH NADIA LinkedIn: Insta: ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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449 Keys to Self-Compassion with Charlie Hart
02/19/2025
449 Keys to Self-Compassion with Charlie Hart
Professional keynote speaker and neurodiversity advocate Charlie Hart, known as ‘Ausome Charlie,’ shares her journey of being diagnosed with autism and ADHD later in life. She highlights the profound impact of her diagnoses, the power of self-advocacy and the strength found in self-acceptance. Charlie’s story is a testament to embracing differences and breaking down barriers, discrimination and stigma. By championing a world where every mind is understood, valued and celebrated, she reminds us that true self-compassion begins with clarity and embracing our uniqueness. These are the Keys to Self-Compassion. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Each of my diagnoses is a key to understanding how my mind works and then it's also a key to self-compassion.’ CONTENT TRIGGER WARNING In this podcast conversation Charlie talks about suicide. If you would like to avoid these particular sections of the episode, please stop listening at 13:46 and resume from 19:24 and again from 24:36 resuming at 25:44. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Neuroqueer Heresies by Nick Walker - ABOUT CHARLIE Charlie Hart, also known as social media neurodiversity advocate ‘Ausome Charlie’, is a professional keynote speaker with CIPD qualifications and 20-year background in HR Analytics. Charlie is multiple-neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD and Complex PTSD), bisexual and gender non-conforming. She speaks passionately about neurodiversity acceptance and inclusion, often through an intersectional lens, specialising in the ‘double rainbow’ intersection: LGBTQIA+ and Autistic. Combining neurodivergent lived experience with expertise in HR and inclusion, Charlie delivers engaging, impactful talks infused with humour and unapologetic neurodivergent quirkiness. Charlie speaks of dark clouds and silver linings, of adversity and resilience, and will leave you inspired and hopeful. CONNECT WITH CHARLIE Email: ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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448 Health, Wealth and Happiness with Gurps Khaira
02/12/2025
448 Health, Wealth and Happiness with Gurps Khaira
Born into the turmoil of civil war in Punjab, Gurps Khaira faced unimaginable challenges, including the tragic loss of his mother at just five years old. Rather than succumbing to adversity, he transformed his pain into purpose. After moving to England, he built a life rooted in structure, discipline and resilience, finding success in the banking and fitness industries. Emphasising the power of a clear why and his Decide, Define and Do mantra, Gurps shares his powerful and effective triangle framework for balancing health, wealth and happiness. CONTENT AND TRIGGER WARNING In this podcast conversation Gurps talks about suicide. If you would like to avoid this section of the episode, stop listening at 11:20 and resume listening from 12:23. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Healing doesn't come from knowing about it or reading about it. It's only if you apply that knowledge.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey and Sean Covey – ABOUT GURPS With over 15 years of wrangling high-stakes projects across Cybersecurity, IT, Banking and even Construction, Gurps has mastered the art of managing chaos under tight deadlines and tighter budgets. Think of him as the Superman of organisational change—except with fewer robes and more action plans. Gurps is your go-to guru for navigating the wild world of change. CONNECT WITH GURPS ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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447 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
02/10/2025
447 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
After every five guest interviews, I reflect on each of the individual episodes and focus in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued my interest. In this episode, exploring role models in STEM, intentional choices, authenticity, hope, generational diversity, meaningful work, balancing freedom and responsibility, commercial karma, meaningful work, core identity, strategy and sustainable growth, I share my Reflections with Actions from these five recent podcast episodes: 442 Making Intentional Choices with Hannah Roberts 443 Sense of Aliveness with Claire Auchmuty 444 Drive Sustainable Change with Iryna Manukovska 445 Human Business Thinking with Bryony Thomas 446 Core and Strategy with Heather Wright KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Reflection with action leads to deeper understanding and meaningful living.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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446 Core and Strategy with Heather Wright
02/05/2025
446 Core and Strategy with Heather Wright
Are you ready to question everything? Heather Wright explores character goals, critical thinking and the balance between core values and strategic action—how who you are shapes what you do. Through engaging anecdotes, she shares how neuropsychology helped her rewire her brain, overcome overthinking and embrace critical thinking. To live with purpose and impact, Heather encourages you to cultivate curiosity, confront tough questions and rethink your approach to identity and personal growth. To align your values with action and create meaningful change, Heather key message is focus on your core and strategy. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Whenever somebody asks you a question, I think often the answer has to start with, ‘Well, that depends’ but people aren't ready for that.’ ABOUT HEATHER Heather Wright has dedicated over 25 years to empowering individuals, teams and organisations to transform their lives and businesses for the better. With a deep understanding of the neuropsychology of behaviour and influence, Heather combines her expertise with her engaging style to inspire and drive results. Her comprehensive knowledge is distilled into practical, teachable tools that help others break free from limiting habits and behaviours. As a skilled facilitator, expert in performance, and results-driven professional, Heather uses humour to put people at ease and unlocks innovation and resourcefulness within individuals. Her arsenal of tools and techniques enables her to adapt to diverse contexts and stimulate breakthroughs. As a captivating speaker, Heather has delivered masterclasses, training sessions, keynote speeches and workshops globally. Her reputation for professionalism, accessibility and infectious energy has earned her the trust of clients worldwide. Her impressive client list includes prominent organizations such as Boots, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover, The National Trust, and Pepsi Lipton International. Married with 2 children, Heather is a published author, has attained black belts in 4 martial arts and also keeps bees. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss - CONNECT WITH HEATHER ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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445 Human Business Thinking with Bryony Thomas
01/29/2025
445 Human Business Thinking with Bryony Thomas
Exploring the transformative power of empathy, nourishment and positive impact in business, Bryony Thomas dives into human-centric entrepreneurship. Balancing purpose, profitability and creating meaningful work, Bryony explains the need to shift away from business narratives to instead embrace commercial karma for better decision-making and lasting impact. Highlighting the three distinct phases of her life – rebellion, creation and reflection – in making active, respectful choices, Bryony continues to create watertight business practices through the lens of human business thinking. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘When we use this as a lens, like looking through a droplet of water, it turns the way we see things upside down.’ ABOUT BRYONY Bryony Thomas is a strategic marketing consultant, working with small and medium sized businesses to support them in creating meaningful work for brilliant people. She is the author of Watertight Marketing, which is a game changing book that translates marketing strategy into practical next steps. Bryony describes her route into business as a curious rebellion from her alternative upbringing in the hills of west Wales. She’s a pancreatic cancer survivor, who now campaigns for earlier diagnosis and better treatment of this devastating disease. BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Watertight Marketing by Bryony Thomas - CONNECT WITH BRYONY https://www.watertight-thinking.com/ ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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444 Drive Sustainable Change with Iryna Manukovska
01/22/2025
444 Drive Sustainable Change with Iryna Manukovska
Focused on sustainable change management, personal growth and the balance of life, Iryna Manukovska explores the art of driving organisational change by building on existing structures, navigating multi-generational workforces and blending innovation with experience. Fuelled by freedom, curiosity and adventure, she reflects on imposter syndrome, parenting challenges and the pursuit of purpose, Sharing her philosophy of balancing adventure with responsibility, Iryna offers a fresh perspective on achieving fulfilment and how to drive sustainable change. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘Now my big question is how to drive changes within organisations in a sustainable manner so we don't break but we rebuild.’ ABOUT IRYNA Iryna Manukovska, VP of Innovation at XME.digital. Makes innovation work across tech companies. She has a MSc in Applied Mathematics and has worked across the service, marketing and entertainment industries. Iryna's passion is about bringing a new perspective and building a system of growth on top of it. Works as a mentor and guest lecturer on micro and women entrepreneurs programs. Hard LEGO fun and family hiker. As a second career she works as a contemporary interdisciplinary artist who uses open questions and philosophical essays with abstract paintings to ignite the inner dialogue. CONNECT WITH IRYNA ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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443 Sense of Aliveness with Claire Auchmuty
01/15/2025
443 Sense of Aliveness with Claire Auchmuty
How does exploring one's identity post-trauma or significant life change impact personal growth? Relationship and divorce coach Claire Auchmuty, with a background in nursing, shares her transformative journey post-divorce. She highlights the power of self-discovery, resilience and purposeful living, emphasising the importance of hope, kindness, compassion and emotional stability. Claire delves deep into the heart of relationships, illustrating how understanding personal strengths and weaknesses can lead to meaningful change. Her insights on personal growth, rediscovering identity and fostering sustainable relationships inspire a sense of aliveness. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘What happens is we lose our sense of aliveness. We lose our sense of joy, we lose our sense of fun. Fun is the last thing in the world that you have when a relationship is breaking down.’ ABOUT CLAIRE Claire Auchmuty is a Professional Relationship and Divorce Coach dedicated to helping individuals navigate the emotional chaos of any relationship breakdown. Inspired by her own tumultuous divorce, she guides others toward clarity and empowerment by empowering them to understand the underpinning dynamics and patterns at play. Not all breakdowns need to end in divorce—healing is often possible. With over 36 years in nursing, including Paediatrics and Emergency Medicine, Claire blends empathy and analytical insight in her coaching. She believes in the power of questions to unlock new possibilities and support the journey to a brighter future. CONNECT WITH CLAIRE ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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442 Making Intentional Choices with Hannah Roberts
01/08/2025
442 Making Intentional Choices with Hannah Roberts
Are you seeking more fulfilment and intentionality in your career? Dr Hannah Roberts reveals how aligning your natural talents with your career values can lead to mastery and joy. Hannah discusses personal accountability, the importance of female role models in STEM and overcoming imposter syndrome. She envisions a world where everyone is equally valued and respected for their contributions. From the benefits of quarterly reflection to blending creativity with logic and science and the pursuit of gender parity, Hannah paves the way to meaningful change through making intentional choices. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘What is the lesson that you need to learn to set yourself free?’ ABOUT HANNAH As founder of Intentional Careers™, author of Amazon #1 bestseller Intentional Careers for STEM Women and host of a top 5% global podcast, Women in STEM Career & Confidence, Dr Hannah Roberts is an award-winning coach on a mission to eradicate inequity in the workplace by guiding professionals to design careers for fulfilment with a mindset for leadership to build progressive workplace cultures where every individual feels valued. Hannah is uniquely positioned as a scientist, mum of three with a background in corporate and academia. She has been a certified coach since 2019 and member of the Forbes Coaches Council since 2022. CONNECT WITH HANNAH Free : Free : ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Read The Book '' Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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441 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
01/06/2025
441 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson
After every five guest interviews, I reflect on each of the individual episodes and focus in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued my interest. In this episode, exploring transformative leadership, storytelling, coaching, mentoring, identity crises, choices, responsibility, change, divergent thinking and elite sport, I share my Reflections with Actions from these five recent podcast episodes: 436 Drive Change for Good with Steve Howe 437 Wisdom of the Wolves with Claire Payne 438 Finding Alignment with Emma Menzies 439 Own Your Narrative with Natsuko Suwaki 440 Path to Gold with Aaron Phipps and Jon Cooper KEY TAKEAWAY ‘If you don’t ask, you don’t get. If you do ask, opportunities will present themselves in abundance.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – Mentoring - A Complete Guide to Effective Mentoring by Andy Lopata and Dr Ruth Gotian - EPISODES REFERENCED 180 Eliminating Stress with Ruth Fogg - 283 Professional Relationships with Andy Lopata - 204 Money Mastery with Lesley Thomas - 129 Unconscious Competence with Jackie Handy - and 362 Exploring Life’s Path with Jackie Handy - 427 The Web of Life with Manda Scott - ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist, podcaster and mastermind host helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to live with clarity of purpose. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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440 Path to Gold with Aaron Phipps and Jon Cooper
01/01/2025
440 Path to Gold with Aaron Phipps and Jon Cooper
Paralympian gold medallist Aaron Phipps and his coach Jon Cooper share their incredible journey from the heights of elite sport to empowering others through their collaborative motivational keynote. As a dynamic duo, Aaron and Jon dive into the highs and lows of competition, the transformative power of partnership and how creative training and mental resilience propelled Aaron’s performance beyond all expectations. With lessons on innovation, adaptability and the joy of preparation, Aaron and Jon reveal how adopting a divergent mindset helped create their unique path to gold. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘There's a difference between putting the person at the centre of the journey and relying on the person to navigate the journey.’ ABOUT AARON Aaron Phipps MBE competes on the world stage as a three time Paralympian. He pulled himself from an impossible situation as a teenager to become the best in the world in what he does. He is a keen charity fundraiser and in 2016, set himself the biggest challenge yet to scale Mount Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair. He has been ranked in the top 100 most influential people in the UK with a disability and his story moves audiences across the globe. Aaron describes Jon as his biggest cheerleader and harshest critic yet the best coach he’s ever worked with. ABOUT JON Jon has been a performance coach in elite level sports for over 12 years, training a range of athletes from professional football, Olympic sailing and international athletics. He is also a PhD candidate, published researcher and university lecturer in sport science and coaching. Jon describes Aaron as an inspiration, a truly great athlete and the most driven person he’s ever met which is both a blessing and a curse being his coach! CONNECT WITH AARON AND JON ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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439 Owning Your Narrative with Natsuko Suwaki
12/18/2024
439 Owning Your Narrative with Natsuko Suwaki
Are you owning your narrative? Dr Natsuko Suwaki shares her empowering journey of navigating life’s complexities with intention and balance. Reflecting on her experiences as a mother, wife and professional scientist, Natsuko highlights the importance of shifting from autopilot to intentional living. She discusses avoiding the ‘superwoman mode,’ prioritising work-life balance and embracing choices that bring true joy and fulfilment. Through authentic reflections, Natsuko advocates for living in the present, making mindful decisions and owning your narrative. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘It’s about owning my narrative and being comfortable with it.’ ABOUT NATSUKO Dr Natsuko Suwaki is a scientist turned corporate compliance professional who is passionate about empowering women. Through her own personal growth journey, she firmly believes it is possible to build a successful corporate career and maintain balance and purpose. While continuing to excel in her corporate role, she has recently certified as a women's coach and is in training to become a professional trainer and an embodiment coach. She is on a mission to inspire and support other women to navigate the demands of work and personal life, and embrace their vision with ease and joy. CONNECT WITH NATSUKO ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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438 Finding Alignment with Emma Menzies
12/11/2024
438 Finding Alignment with Emma Menzies
How can personal pain, loss and grief lead to purpose? Former employment lawyer turned fertility at work coach Emma Menzies reflects on her 11-year struggle with infertility and loss, sharing how these challenges reshaped her life's purpose. Emma discusses overcoming identity crises, societal expectations and finding fulfilment beyond motherhood. Her inspiring story highlights the power of storytelling, self-reflection, resilience and transforming adversity into growth. With practical insights, Emma offers guidance on navigating life's transitions and how she is now finding alignment in all aspects of her life and work. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘I firmly believe in the power of talking and sharing. In a lot of the work that I do, I think the most powerful part of it is the storytelling.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* The Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown - ABOUT EMMA Emma is a Coach, former Employment Lawyer, and mother to one, following an 11 year journey of unexplained infertility, recurrent treatment failure and recurrent loss. While Emma enjoys coaching clients on a variety of career matters, her specialism is fertility at work. Drawing on her personal and professional experience, she helps her clients manage the impact of fertility challenges on their career, so they can live a happy, healthy and fulfilling life on their path towards parenthood. She also works with organisations and through coaching, speaking and policy guidance, she helps them manage fertility in the workplace. CONNECT WITH EMMA Website: LinkedIn: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readysteadycoach/ ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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437 Wisdom of the Wolves with Claire Payne
12/04/2024
437 Wisdom of the Wolves with Claire Payne
What if the key to career fulfilment lies in rethinking everything you know about leadership? Claire Payne, founder of Orthelian, shares how the wisdom of wolves, ex-racehorses and neuroscience combined is revolutionising leadership coaching and training. In revealing how to break free from workplace dissatisfaction, embrace joyful, meaningful work and spark innovation and authenticity, Claire is challenging outdated corporate norms and education systems. Empowering exceptional leaders to have world-changing impact with purpose, learn how to reclaim your authentic self and activate the operating system that is lying dormant within you using this incredible wisdom of the wolves. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘The brilliant thing is that our collaborators from our journey of evolution, the wolves, have almost kept the pages of the manual safe for us so we can go back and relearn it from them.’ BOOK RECOMMENDATION* ADHD A Hunter in a Farmer’s World by Thom Hartmann - ABOUT CLAIRE Claire Payne enjoys a fulfilling and impactful portfolio career. Alongside being a Partner in an international law firm, a Tribunal Judge, a Non-Executive Director, and an Academic, she delights in providing training, coaching, and immersive learning experiences that empower exceptional leaders to step up, have the impact they desire, and discover their path to joy and fulfilment along the way. She established Orthelian in 2016, which has gone from strength to strength as an increasing number of leaders discover a better way, not only for their own benefit but also for those who follow in their footsteps. CONNECT WITH CLAIRE ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
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436 Drive Change for Good with Steve Howe
11/27/2024
436 Drive Change for Good with Steve Howe
Are you feeling overwhelmed by work and life? Steve Howe shares how a single life-changing moment inspired him to realign his work with his values, focusing on resilience, empathy and meaningful pursuits. By adopting these practices, Steve believes you can reduce stress, foster engagement and achieve fulfilment. He reveals how to balance work and life through personal alignment, building resilience and embracing transformative leadership. His story is a powerful reminder of the rewards of aligning actions with values especially if you choose to drive change for good. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘I wanted to do something rather that actually was much more meaningful and hopefully would drive change for good and that pivot into that world was a bit of a leap of faith.’ RESOURCE Hofstede research - ABOUT STEVE After 30 years as a senior leader in the IT services sector, Steve now works with individuals, teams and organisations to help them better cope with stress, adversity and change by building their resilience. Based on extensive research and personal experience, Steve created the ResilienceBuilder® model and Assessment Tool, a resilience framework which helps people understand their current level of resilience and provides recommendations and practical advice for further development. ResilienceBuilder® is now being used by organisations, teams and individuals across various sectors including technology, financial services, public sector, retail and higher education, delivered through a combination of group workshops and 1:1 coaching. During his corporate career, Steve held various senior leadership roles for companies such as Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Schlumberger, and Sema Group. At Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Steve was Vice President of Global Sales for HPE’s Consulting business, and held senior roles at both a country, regional and global level in the IT Services Industry. Today Steve provides consulting, facilitation and coaching services to individuals, teams and companies globally, and has an International Coach Federation (ICF) certificate in coaching. Steve is also an Associate Lecturer at Coventry University’s Business and Law Faculty with a focus on Leadership, Strategy and Resilience. CONNECT WITH STEVE ABOUT AMY Amy is a life purpose coach, author, podcast strategist, global podcaster, professional speaker, trainer and mastermind host. Helping you to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment in your everyday life and work. Prepare to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration to have clarity of purpose and create a more purposeful, sustainable and fulfilling way of life. WORK WITH AMY If you’re interested in how purpose can help you personally and professionally, please book a free 30 min call via KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - CONNECT WITH AMY HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
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