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Not your typical coffee chats with your host, Heidi Poon. Welcome to Happy Spotless Minds: A weekly business & lifestyle podcast focused on turning the hardships we face in our 20’s into happiness, one chat and lesson at a time. Grab an oat milk latte


    • Apr 5, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 25 EPISODES


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    S2 E7 Not TMI! Talking female empowerment, sustainable period care, and building a business from ground up during Covid-19 with co-founder of Ruth, Anka Chan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 26:14


    A talk with Anka Chan (@anka.chan), the co-founder of Ruth (@getruth.ca) - a sustainable period care startup that aims to ruthlessly make sustainable periods easy for women through compostable and disposable menstrual pads. In this episode, we dive deeper into the world of sustainable period care, how we can create an empowering female community through open dialogue, and tips on starting a business through Covid-19! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    S2 E6 The BTS of the Canadian Fashion landscape: the real scoop on fashion week, difficulty of growing your brand, and how to stand out in the industry with Dee Silkie

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 29:56


    A talk with Dee Silkie (@deesilkie), a fashion designer that blew up tiktok with her "money" coat and the voice she gives to Canadian fashion designers on issues around sustainability and funding in the industry! In this episode, we dive deeper into the real scoop on fashion week, the difficulty of growing your brand in the Canadian landscape, and how to stand out and find your niche in 2021! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    #hearwithheidi: Playing We're Not Really Strangers with Myself for 10 minutes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 11:04


    #hearwithheidi topic of today is SUPER exciting since we're playing one of my favourite games that I've been playing with all my friends over Zoom calls: We're Not Really Strangers! Each card is a different connection card that asks the "deeper" questions we normally don't talk about on the daily, and I answer 3 prompts discussing topics around navigating adult relationships, growing up in today's world, and reminiscing my favourite happy memories. If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode. We're Not Really Strangers Card Game Instagram: www.instagram.com/werenotreallystrangers

    S2 E5 Small Business Talks: Navigating the Covid-19 landscape as an MUA + How to perfect your product through a well-rounded consumer experience with Founder of Emboss Beauty, Julia Vuong

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 26:33


    A talk with Julia Vuong (@juliavng), MUA turned female entrepreneur and founder of Emboss Beauty (@embossbeauty), a Toronto based lash company that specializes in affordable, cruelty-free, faux mink lashes for the everyday and glam occasion! In this episode, we dive deeper into tips and tricks in the MUA industry, the behind the scenes of perfecting a well-rounded product for the consumer, and her passion and goals for the business in 2021! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    S2 E4 Small Business Talks: Improving sustainability in the food/drinks industry and the art of listening to the consumer with Founder of Retea, Toby Zhou

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 25:08


    A talk with Toby Zhou (@imtobyy), the founder of Retea (@reteacups) on her passion behind starting the business, the art of listening to the consumer, and how companies and individuals can practice sustainability on an everyday basis!  Retea is a student-run business with a mission to provide sustainable ways of making and consuming bubble tea! Question of the day; do you call it bubble tea or boba? Let us know on Instagram! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560.  Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    #hearwithheidi: So You're a New Grad in the Pandemic... 3 challenges I faced when starting my corporate job!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 14:42


    #hearwithheidi is back for Season 2! In this week's episode, I am joined by a wonderful cocktail to start the week off as we dive deep into the top 3 things that I wish I knew before going into the corporate world. Tackling topics on (1) the key to organization (2) socializing in an organization and (3) leveraging your "new" card with tips that have been helping me navigate this new yet exciting path. If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode. Make your own cocktail kit mentioned: @saltypaloma on Instagram

    S2 E3 Small Business Talks: Growing your brand and differentiation in a saturated industry with Founder of Silk Labs, Jenna Labiak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 25:28


    A talk with Jenna Labiak (@jenna.labs), the founder of the Silk Labs (@thesilklabs)on growing her brand, the importance of niche targeting, and becoming an expert in whatever industry you're in!  As seen on Vogue, The Kit, and Flare, The Silk Labs is a small business in Toronto that specializes in silk goods such as silk scrunchies, pillowcases, haircare, and more! Join us on an intimate conversation on uncovering the secrets of a small business in a saturated industry! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    S2 E2 Small Business Talks: Time management, overcoming adversity and difficulty, and podcast/creator tips with Behind the Girl Boss host and founder, Amanda Wan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 26:04


    A talk with Amanda Wan (@itsamandawan), the host of Behind the Girl Boss Podcast (@behindthegirlboss), content creator, and founder of her two businesses, Wan Candles and Kooky Apparel. Join us in an open conversation on managing her time amongst all her different projects, overcoming difficulties and adversity as a small business, and her career goals and tips for the future! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    S2 E1 I Miss Podcasting: My vision for Season 2, and my personal & podcast goals for 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 12:25


    Hey everyone - Happy 2021! Can't wait to start my new journey on Season 2 where we explore the key question: Who do you want to be in a couple of years? Join me, Heidi, in my season premiere where we talk about my vision for Season 2, updates on my new grad life, and personal & podcast goals for 2021! If you enjoyed the episode, feel free to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help the Apple algorithm so that more listeners, like yourself, can find the pod and relate to the content! Find the Apple podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-spotless-minds/id1531491560. Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds for updates on new episodes, behind the scenes, and additional clips that didn't make it to the episode.

    S1 E10: Truth or Myth??? Breaking Podcast Stereotypes with Podcast Host, Luke West

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 28:11


    A talk with Luke West (Host of The Imperfect Pod, Talking Hockey, and Executive Corner) on his three podcast platforms and discussing podcast stereotypes and "behind the scenes" insight on what goes into a podcast recording, how to engage with your listeners, and more! Listen to Luke's 3 podcasts below: The Imperfect Pod; A podcast that aims to discuss masculinity intentionally and purposefully: linktr.ee/theimperfectpod Talking Hockey: linktr.ee/talkinghockey Executive Corner: https://open.spotify.com/show/68hM7CvKvxHV3E6lSi5b7C?si=Fi8u886MRny82GQpiRsDNA New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    #hearwithheidi: Top 7 Moments on my 7 Interview Episodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 12:07


    Recap of Season 1 from the very beginning of the journey: Follow me as I reflect through the past 9 episodes and all the quirky, memorable, moments that came along with each recording! Make sure to stay tuned for the season finale coming out next week with my podcast mentor, Luke West, to listen in on his journey and all the podcast tips he has! #hearwithheidi is a mini series that will be posted mid-week with short 10-15 minute episodes on my passions, hobbies, and personal anecdotes to share. They will be posted alongside the normal post schedule of #happymonday episodes! We are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E9 Dear Grads 2020: Covid-19 and the Job Industry, and tips for new grads with HR Business Partner, Sarah Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 29:18


    A talk with Sarah Law, a HR Business Partner at RBC as she gives us the behind the scenes of how hiring works, the key tips for making an outstanding impression, and how Covid-19 has affected the job industry and outlook for new and upcoming grads. How can you improve your resume for your job applications? What are the top things NOT to do while networking? Find out tips for new grads, and more on the importance of diversity and inclusion within an organization. New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E8 From Consulting to Startup: The Career Journey to Three Ships Beauty with Lillie Sun

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 28:41


    A talk with Lillie Sun on her journey from consulting at Accenture to working at Three Ships Beauty, a startup based in Toronto. Lillie leads growth and e-commerce at Three Ships Beauty, but we bring her story back to when she first started university. In this episode, we talk about the business school environment, her past internships and job experiences, and the reason she decided to leave consulting to pursue her passion. If you were Lillie, would you choose stability or passion? Let us know on our instagram: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Make sure to use "HSM15" for 15% off your purchase on Three Ships Beauty: www.threeshipsbeauty.com!! New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    #hearwithheidi: Everything about the Myers Briggs + Enneagram Personality Tests

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 14:44


    So it first started with astrology... then it went to an obsession with Myers Briggs... and now, I can't stop listening to podcasts on the Enneagram. These personality tests never fail to interest me to understand how people are wired, make decisions, and react to different situations. In this mini series episode, we go over what these personality types are, what the difference is, and my results! Take the Myers Briggs Test here: http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/jtypes2.asp Take the Enneagram Test here: https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test #hearwithheidi is a mini series that will be posted mid-week with short 10-15 minute episodes on my passions, hobbies, and personal anecdotes to share. They will be posted alongside the normal post schedule of #happymonday episodes! We are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E7 Pursuing Your Passion in the Film Industry at Paramount and on TikTok with Anna Yang (@kenmasstocks)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 25:26


    A talk with Anna Yang (also known as @kenmassstocks on TikTok/Instagram) as we learn more on Anna's experience interning at Paramount this past summer in the creative affairs team and her growing TikTok platform dedicated to creating digital content around original anime skits. What is the behind the scenes in the film industry? How has Covid-19 affected both the film industry and TikTok? New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    #hearwithheidi: Top 8 Movies/TV Shows to Binge Watch During Quarantine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 15:21


    So... Netflix has just increased their monthly subscription fee to $18.99/month but that doesn't stop us from binge watching our favourite movies and shows while we work or study from home. In today's #hearwithheidi episode I talk about my top 8 movies/TV shows that I highly recommend you watch!! These are movies that I have either discovered through quarantine or are classics that I always find myself rewatching over and over. The top three genres I talk about are romance/drama, psychological thrillers, and comedy! Do you have any recommendations? Be sure to message them to me because I would love to know! Follow us on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. #hearwithheidi is a mini series that will be posted mid-week with short 10-15 minute episodes on my passions, hobbies, and personal anecdotes to share. They will be posted alongside the normal post schedule of #happymonday episodes! We are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E6 What We Don't Know About Being a Digital Content Creator with Lisa Wei (@getawei)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 28:44


    A talk with Lisa Wei (@getawei) on digital content creation, how Covid-19 has affected the lifestyle and fashion community, normalizing different body types and races on social media, and the difficulties and lessons she's learned along the way. New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    #hearwithheidi: Top 3 Lessons I learned in the 2010s

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 12:46


    As we close out the year and look forward to starting 2021 - we start to think back and reflect on what we learned, how we have grown, and the past years in both happy and (not so) happy memories. Join me as I reflect on the past 10 years and talk about the top 3 lessons that I learned through the 2010s. From self awareness to letting go of relationships, I dive deep into the learnings that have made me who I am today on October 21, 2020 at 12PM. #hearwithheidi is a mini series that will be posted mid-week with short 10-15 minute episodes on my passions, hobbies, and personal anecdotes to share. They will be posted alongside the normal post schedule of #happymonday episodes! We are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E5 Normalizing the “Talk”: How are You Feeling? with Anika Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 29:11


    A talk with Anika Lee (@anikaleee), a 21 year old student in her last year of school, on mental health, confidence, and handling stress, and body dysmorphia on social media. New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    #hearwithheidi: Reacting to Your Assumptions of Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 13:37


    Starting off my mini-series with an assumptions video as a way to get to know me! My goal through this episode was to show the vast difference between what we perceive on the outside vs. the people we really are. Many times we project an embellished and perfected version of ourselves to other people and on social media in order to create an illusion that we don't struggle on the inside. I hope we will open up vulnerable conversations on difficulties that we all go through as we're growing up, in order to connect with others on a deeper level - and I hope you will join me as well! #hearwithheidi is a mini series that will be posted mid-week with short 10-15 minute episodes on my passions, hobbies, and personal anecdotes to share. They will be posted alongside the normal post schedule of #happymonday episodes! We are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! This episode was inspired by the Seriously Not Serious Podcast Episode. Be sure to check out their episode and podcast as well: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5yxSGNvzGXLQpZlYNaEC0S?si=-cCC63axT-OLx9c-dCZFHA. Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E4 All About the Relationship Reel with Grace Lin and Anthony Wang

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 32:37


    A talk with Grace Lin (@gracelin_) and Anthony Wang (anthony_wang66) on the ups and downs throughout their 3 year relationship! Major themes of our conversation were around perspectives on jealousy, long distance, maintaining the spark and passion, and more! New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E3 Friendship 101 Pt. 2: Covid-19 Affecting Friendships, the Digital Age with Tiffany, Emily, and Michelle

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 30:10


    Under "popular" demand, we are back for a second part of the Friendship series!! Part Two of our the friendship 101 series from last week with my 3 other best friends of over 15+ years as we shift our perspective to friendships under a Covid-19 lens. How are we handling our friendships now? What are our tips and ways to still connect during this digital age? Be sure to check out our first part before listening to this part here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iBUwvW0RZrsYO43c0FtiX?si=CRMKFGoZSYGAqQcMFBxU_Q. New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E2 Friendship 101 Pt. 1: Toxicity, Confrontations, & Maintaining Friendships with Tiffany, Emily, and Michelle

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 31:24


    Bringing the 2AM deep conversations on life and relationships to the podcast this week: A talk with my three best friends of over 15+ years to discuss everything to do with friendships. The first part of this two part series will concentrate on friendship lessons we learned throughout the years including tips on confrontation, toxic friends, and the secret to maintaining a 15+ year friendship. In next week's episode, we dive deeper into how we are navigating during COVID-19 friendships, the digital barrier, and lessons we learned about ourselves along the way. New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this podcast to other listeners that may enjoy listening as well! Follow us on instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    S1 E1 Heidi Poon on the Journey During Covid-19: Adjusting to a new “everyday”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 23:02


    What happens when you are living your "normal" life one day and the next you're in lockdown? March 2020 was definitely a scary time in the world when everything around us seemed to be shutting down in order to slow down the spread of COVID-19. 6 months later, we have adjusted to this "new normal" - staying at home, wearing masks, and always having a fear of stepping outside. The first episode is an interview with myself. I talk about my personal struggles adjusting to the new normal, and what I wish I had told myself before the year 2020. New episodes out every #happymonday and we are now streaming on Spotify, Anchor, Google podcasts, and Apple podcasts. If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple podcasts as it would help share this platform to other listeners that may enjoy it as well! Follow us on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

    Happy Spotless Minds in under 2 minutes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 1:29


    Well... this has been in the works for over a year, and we're finally here! Join me in the trailer I recorded at 3AM where I give you a sneak peak of what this is all about! An open space for you to let go, be yourself, and express your opinions without judgements... Welcome to the Happy Spotless Minds podcast. Stay tuned for new episodes every #happymonday! Follow our instagram @happyspotlessminds. Music Credits: Acceptance by Benkyou

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