How DOES she do it?!

Today I speak with Kate Eckman, a broadcast journalist, TV personality and author of The Full Spirit Workout: A Ten-Step System to Shed Your Self-Doubt, Strengthen Your Spiritual Core, and Create a Fun and Fulfilling Life.   Kate brings her expertise in communications, performance, and mindfulness to her practice as a success coach for business leaders and professional athletes. Passionate about mindfulness practices for both brain and body health, she is also a meditation teacher and course creator for the Insight Timer app.   It is important that I let you know that we speak about suicidal thoughts and indeed suicide of loved ones in this episode, and so if this is something you might find triggering, it might be best to skip this one.   In this conversation, we cover the importance of talking about our struggles, and Kate shares how she has been thankful for complete turmoil at times in her life, deeming it a gift and a treasure once out the other side. We of course talk about her book and she shares how once you get to a certain level of inner spirit fitness you will see the effects across your life … improved relationships, more creativity, higher level performance to name but a few!   For those who have never done a spiritual practice, Kate has a fabulous and achievable starting point for you, so tune in to find out. We cover so much in this deep and meaningful conversation and I know you will take so very much from it … Enjoy the show!   Connect with Kate:   www.kateeckman.tv    www.thefullspiritworkout.com   https://www.instagram.com/kateeckman/      Connect with Venus Nutrition:   Our sponsor today is Venus Nutrition, a team of health specialists supporting women through all stages of life. Venus are offering 10% off their programmes, just click on the below link and mention this podcast when booking: https://www.venusnutrition.co.uk/venus-one-to-one-reset   Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

Today I speak with Ciara Attwell founder of My Fussy Eater & Pick Plates. As well as running two businesses, Ciara is a food writer, photographer and cookbook author too! Through her own personal experience of fussy eating kids, Ciara gives practical advice on how to overcome picky eating at home and encourage a more varied and healthy diet. Since launching her website in 2014, Ciara has gone on to help thousands of families with her quick and easy recipes and food ideas for children. In 2018 Ciara launched her recipe App and also published two cookbooks, both of which have been bestsellers in their categories – her third cookbook hit the shelves at the beginning of 2023.   In 2020 Ciara launched Pick Plates, a children's tableware brand designed to help picky eaters, children with autism or children with sensory food aversions to improve their eating and overall relationship with food.   In our conversation Ciara shares her journey from the very beginning which I always find so very fascinating! She offers an insight to so many of the wise moves she made along the way, where she learned her online business skills from and how she did it, whilst parenting a toddler and a new born. There are so many golden nuggets for you to feast on! Ciara's business has continued to grow from strength to strength and there is no sign of this go-getter easing up as she continues to develop new ideas, business areas and her team as well. Enjoy this chance to get inside the head of a bold and fearless business owner who has so much to share! It was an honour to chat with Ciara and I know you'll take so much from it too. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Ciara:   https://www.myfussyeater.com https://pickplates.com https://www.instagram.com/myfussyeater/ https://www.instagram.com/pickplates/   The Fuss-Free Family Cookbook https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fuss-Free-Family-Cookbook-separate-children/dp/1788707532/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ciara+attwell&qid=1678965758&sprefix=ciara+%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-1   We're Hungry! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Were-Hungry-Cooking-Family-Fuss-Free/dp/1788703596/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=ciara+attwell&qid=1678965758&sprefix=ciara+%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-4   My Fussy Eater https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0799MMLSD/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i2     Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

Today's conversation is with Caroline Stafford, founder & creator of The Kitsch Hen. The powerful mission of this beautiful business is to spread kindness and brighten people's days with hand-stamped biscuits.    As with so many of the business owners I interview, Caroline didn't ever ‘plan' to launch a business in biscuits and it was nothing like her previous jobs, rather it evolved directly from her heart, when despite going through a horribly tough time in her own life, she thoughtfully crafted hand-stamped biscuits with messages of love, hope and encouragement for those she knew who were also facing struggles. Of course these biscuits were gratefully received and Caroline realised that if she loved sending them to friends and family in their moments of need, then she surely couldn't be the only one. And so her business journey began. Caroline speaks with grace & vulnerability as she shares the tough times she faced during a 10 year long IVF journey; she shares how the business was one of the things that kept her afloat. The Kitsch Hen is something Caroline has nurtured and loved and it gives her true sense of purpose and meaning.   We talk around the ups and downs of running a business and how slowing down when you run a business is hard yet so important. We also touch on finding balance (and if it's even possible!) as well as creating a life that feels good over looking good.   Listen on to hear more of Caroline's story & wisdom and be sure to check out her website too!   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Caroline: https://www.the-kitsch-hen.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/thekitschhen/   Our sponsor today is female owned business Urbansize, a furniture brand founded by Sallie King following a fruitless search for stylish furniture for her tiny Greenwich flat. Listen to hear how Urbansize pieces can help to maximise space in smaller homes, making the most of those precious square feet. Connect with Urbansize:   https://urbansize.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/urbansize_home/   Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

Today's conversation is with Sallie King, a former lawyer turned furniture designer who started her own furniture brand Urbansize in 2015. Having grown frustrated at the lack of petite furniture basics when she moved into her flat in Greenwich, Sallie decided to design her own instead, before making the bold move to build herself a new career entirely.     We talk about her sources of inspiration, her determination not to take ‘no' for an answer, and some of the personal obstacles she has had to navigate throughout the process. Sallie shares so much authenticity and wisdom in such a relatable way, I just know you'll find it as inspirational as I did!   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Sallie: https://www.instagram.com/miss.sallieking/  https://www.instagram.com/urbansize_home/  www.urbansize.co.uk     Our sponsor today is female owned business Dr Bri's Vibrant Pelvic Health. Check out her fabulous offer to listeners of the podcast, who can enjoy $20 off her BEGIN mini course to support Pelvic Floor function, and see a short video explaining more about it too.   Link to discount & explanatory video: https://bit.ly/begin20off   Connect with Dr Bri:   https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/   https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com     Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

This week's interview is with Anna Coates, a Hatha yoga teacher and accredited Menopause Yoga teacher with an endless passion for sharing the magic of yoga with her community.   After experiencing first hand how yoga can provide support and comfort as she navigated a challenging phase of her life, Anna is now on a mission to create nurturing, friendly and supportive spaces for her students to enjoy the incredible range of physical and emotional benefits that yoga has to offer.    In today's conversation we talk peri menopause and menopause, and how yoga can be such a beneficial practice during this time. In this accessible and informative chat, you'll just love Anna's smooth and reassuring voice. Anna shares with such openness and vulnerability which will touch you all deeply. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Anna:   www.annacoatesyoga.com   https://www.instagram.com/annacoatesyoga/     Our sponsor today is female owned business Dr Bri's Vibrant Pelvic Health. Check out her fabulous offer to listeners of the podcast, who can enjoy $20 off her BEGIN mini course to support Pelvic Floor function, and see a short video explaining more about it too.   Link to discount & explanatory video: https://bit.ly/begin20off   Connect with Dr Bri:   https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/   https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com     Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

Today I'm excited to bring you Kendra Alley, a barre instructor and so much more. Kendra's business, barreALLEY, is a virtual fitness company offering new classes each week that are jam-packed with low-impact, dynamic movements of opposition paired with balance and cardio to promote proper body mechanics, endurance and posture. In this episode, Kendra explains how fracturing her back as a gymnast in her twenties led to her unexpected discovery of Yoga, which went on to change her life in many wonderful ways. She shares how doing her own thing attracted the interest and intrigue of others which then lead to her friends asking her to teach them, and so a successful and extremely positive business was born.   We talk about how consistency is Kendra's superpower, and about what happened when her passion-fuelled business ‘ran out of fuel' and what she had to do for herself, her health and her three children too.   So much is shared and uncovered; I know you'll find it fascinating!     Connect with Kendra:   https://www.instagram.com/barrealley/   https://www.barrealley.com   Watch Kendra's Instagram reels video we mentioned here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cl4pBFeggL1/   Our sponsor today is female owned business Dr Bri's Vibrant Pelvic Health. Check out her fabulous offer to listeners of the podcast, who can enjoy $20 off her BEGIN mini course to support Pelvic Floor function, and see a short video explaining more about it too.   Link to discount & explanatory video: https://bit.ly/begin20off   Connect with Dr Bri:   https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/   https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com     Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

In today's episode, I'm delighted to be joined by Kelly and Gemma, the founders of Songbird Sessions, providers of inspired song and vocal coaching, and so much more! Having worked with a host of superstar artists, and featured on some of your favourite prime time television shows, its no wonder that this conversation relays observation, wisdom and inspiration in equal measure. If you're even slightly lacking faith in your life path, this episode will re-energise your journey and give you the confidence to know the way! Enjoy!   Connect with Kelly & Gemma:   www.songbirdsessions.com   https://www.instagram.com/songbirdsessions/   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

In today's episode, I introduce my first mystery guest! Not only that, but this guest is a little different from those I've interviewed in the past, but I can assure you, it's well worth tuning in to …!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

In today's very personal solo episode, I confess how my need for connection lead to a moment of clarity, a change in circumstance and a change for the better. Intrigued? Listen on for more..!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at our December networking event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-guildford-december-tickets-347280895507   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

A super-short podcast this week; you'll have to listen in to hear why!   Links to the forthcoming networking events are below; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/jo-ferrone-11268419623   Tickets are limited so book yours as soon as you can!  

Esther Bullock started The Goldfinch Kitchen to showcase her talent for creating honest, natural and delicious cakes and patisserie. A former HR professional, Esther started her venture after having her two children, when she turned her passion for baking with natural ingredients into a thriving and successful business. Based in the heart of Surrey, she is renowned for her unique and artistic wedding and celebration cakes, and is a highly commended finalist in the Surrey Life Food & Drinks Awards, a finalise in The Family Network Best New Business Awards, and she has delivered more than three hundred cakes to a wealth of happy recipients!   This conversation has a beautiful energy to it, and it was wonderful to hear Esther's joy and passion flow as she talked about creating delectable cakes for special occasions, and I loved hearing about all the layers of connection that occur in her work.   This business is personal and the unique experience Esther offers is something very special indeed.   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/     Connect with Esther:   www.thegoldfinchkitchen.com   https://www.instagram.com/thegoldfinchkitchen/   https://www.facebook.com/thegoldfinchkitchen     Book recommendations from Esther:   Let it go - Dame Stephanie Shirley https://www.amazon.co.uk/Let-Go-Extraordinary-Entrepreneur-Philanthropist/dp/0241395496   The Discomfort Zone - Farrah Storr https://www.amazon.co.uk/Discomfort-Zone-What-Living-Fearlessly/dp/B07D5HY1PF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+discomfort+zone&qid=1664481346&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjI5IiwicXNhIjoiMS43MyIsInFzcCI6IjIuMTEifQ%3D%3D&s=audible&sprefix=the+discomfort+zone%2Caudible%2C99&sr=1-1   The Invisible Revolution- Nicola Huelin https://www.amazon.co.uk/Invisible-Revolution-empowered-Mumpreneurs-Inspiration/dp/1910056618/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=25AKQFZJ6359I&keywords=nicola+huelin&qid=1664461380&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjgwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=nicola+huelin%2Caps%2C84&sr=8-2   Quote from Ruth Oshikanlu “It has taken a village to raise the mother who can raise her child and grow her business at the same time.” 

My conversation with Forest school trailblazer Florence Lacroix was a sheer delight, and I just love all she shares, from her raw honesty about the career she stepped away from to the many gems of wisdom that she offers.   She reveals how she left her teaching role to open a beautiful Forest School in Buckinghamshire called Tales and Trails, only to have the pandemic wreak havoc with her newly formed business. Undaunted, she started running ‘Mindfulness in Nature' workshops, helping realise the magic that shines when like-minded women get together and allow themselves to be all that they are.   Her latest offering, titled ‘Your Path,' goes further still, providing workshops, mindful walks and an online library of guided meditations to listen to on-the-go or at home; all with one purpose in mind, to allow every woman who crosses her path to discover their inner light and shine it on the world.    This episode is gentle, nurturing and I believe exactly what we need right now … enjoy the show.      Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Florence: https://www.instagram.com/to_your_path/  https://www.facebook.com/toyourpath  https://www.instagram.com/talesandtrails_forest_school/  https://www.facebook.com/talesandtrailsforestschool  Email: florence@talesandtrails.co.uk 

Mel Hemmings launched Bare + Fair ‘zero waste' & refill shop after being inspired by the Zero Waste movement and her own family's attempts at living more sustainably. Mel is passionate about encouraging people to take their next sustainable step, wherever they're at on their journey. In this inspiring and educational conversation that we all need to hear, Mel talks of how her shop really began from the seed of an idea in her home and how her support network meant she could make this goal reality, during a pandemic no less! We talk around where our recycling can actually end up once it's left our roadside collections, how we can start doing our bit by making small changes and Mel also shares the reality of growing a business alongside a family. Enjoy the show!!     Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Mel: https://bareandfair.co   https://www.instagram.com/bareandfair.co/

Riyaza Rodriguez is the Founder and creative vision behind Rock Paper Roses, a female led family owned online jewellery store. We cover so much in our conversation, including taking a career break after a health diagnosis, how Rock Paper Roses started small with just 4 products in the initial launch and Riyaza's customer base starting from tapping into her local community of friends and family before taking off from there. We talk about how simple styling with jewellery can really boost your confidence as well as transform your outfit, and the importance of finding boundaries with social media in our businesses – down to recognising if an account triggers us and how do deal with it as well as how to monitor and limit our overall phone use. So many ideas shared! Riyaza has also made available a very kind offer of a discount code for ALL of my podcast listeners; simply head on over to https://rockpaperroses.com and enter the code Jo15 at the checkout in order to get 15% off your purchase.   Enjoy the show!!     Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/     Connect with Riyaza: https://rockpaperroses.com

My guest this week is the sassy and vivacious Susie Hasler, founder of Styled By Susie – a business (and movement!) helping women with their confidence by dressing for their body shape and colour.   Susie's life purpose is to show every woman her true and full potential, and to look and feel good in her clothes without permission from anyone else. Though she's a personal stylist, Susie says that style goes so much further beyond clothing alone.   We get personal in all senses of the word in our conversation; Susie shares wisdom, tips and reassurance as a personal stylist around finding style confidence and she talks with openness and authenticity about herself; not just running her business but in life as well.   I know you're going to love this episode and all the takeaways it offers you, so thanks again for listening, and enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Susie: Website: https://styledbysusie.co.uk   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/styled.by.susie/

My guest this week is Izi Friend. Izi runs The Piltatiz Tribe – which offers online pilates at home or on the go. Izi created this flexible space to ease any aches and pains and help you achieve a supple body and adaptable mind.   As you listen to our conversation, you'll hear that Izi indeed practices what she preaches and like so many of my guests, it was through her own health challenges that she came to find something that made an incredible difference to her life and so to then train and offer this gift to many others has been a beautiful and rewarding part of her journey.   Izi has been starting her day right for a few years now, and I don't doubt that focussing on that helped her to make a big and brave move during the worldwide pandemic which we talk about.   In this heartfelt and vulnerable conversation, Izi shares so much and offers hints and tips for you all too. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Izi:   The Pilatiz Tribe: https://www.pilatiztribe.com https://www.instagram.com/izifriend/ 

And so, today I chat with the fabulous Helen Moynihan! My wonderful guest today is Helen Moynihan; a Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach and owner of Venus Nutrition. Together with her colleague Victoria she supports women who want to invest in their health and get back to their 'best self'. They have a specialist interest in diabetes, pre-diabetes and other metabolic disorders. They also support clients to regain energy, reach a healthy weight, combat symptoms and with conditions related to hormonal disruption such as PCOS, endometriosis, sub fertility and menopause. Helen is also the resident nutritionist for The Fertility Method, is a senior business mentor at Zest4Life and a guest lecturer at The Institute for Optimum Nutrition.  This is a fabulous conversation to return with as it is super-relatable for us all, as we are human beings! Amongst other things, Helen is here help make you aware of and guide you towards balancing your blood sugar. You might be struggling with your energy, sleep or need guidance on getting on top of meal planning. Helen shares some incredible guidance, as well explaining why following it works. Best of all, you can start today and you'll notice the positive differences quicker than you might think! Helen's guidance is totally accessible and if you're not sure where to start on your journey to better health, then listen on – this can be your first step … Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Helen: Website www.venusnutrition.co.uk Free facebook group – Venus Health Hub https://www.facebook.com/groups/736999803134503  Instgram https://www.instagram.com/venusnutrition/  Free 30 minute Health & Energy Review https://linktr.ee/venusnutrition  Menopause Café - https://linktr.ee/venusnutrition   

Today's conversation is with the wonderful Helen Snape, a Healthy Relationships Coach who helps ‘good girls' grow their guilt-free ‘No' and find fulfilling relationships by building boundaries, confidence and effective communication skills. Helen has been coaching for over 10 years now and is qualified in mindfulness, body-oriented coaching and coaching with trauma as well as having a degree in psychology.   There were so many ways I could have taken our chat, but I chose the over-arching topic of people-pleasing for us to break down and share with you – I don't doubt you'll find it as fascinating as I did. As well as learning about the effects of and potential reasons behind people pleasing, I made sure to ask Helen for some easy tips for any of you who recognise this trait and might like to begin alleviating it from your lives, whether personal or professional – Helen's tips will help all round!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/     Connect with Helen: Free download of 'Building Healthy Boundaries - an over-giver's guide on when to say Yes and how to say No in relationships': https://www.helensnape.com/free   Follow Helen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helen.snape/  

In an era with so much external messaging cluttering our minds, Jo feels its important to get quiet, thoughtful and focussed on ourselves every now and then. In this episode Jo shares her belief in the power of stepping back, reflecting on what has been, and then using this opportunity to think clearly about how to move forward at the beginning of a new year. Doing so allows clarity of mind with which to identify a personal theme or focus with which to guide yourself through the year. Jo shows her ‘word of the year,' and poses a series of questions to help you identify your own.   Connect with Jo:   Purchase tickets for the Reflection Workshop here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2021-reflection-workshop-with-jo-ferrone-tickets-261767161627?fbclid=IwAR2xc8mAAgCp3ICmCfd633wg8Ir6d6Bo3A9OT0xCTyIk0qFKRrtAgzhJ27g Learn more about my Mastermind here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZZAqH5qbYZ/?utm_medium=copy_link Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

I know you're going to love this episode with award winning coach, speaker and author Natalie Costa, whose ‘Power Thoughts' coaching has helped thousands of children worldwide discover the tools to help them feel calmer, happier and more empowered! This conversation is SO interesting and there is much variety as the episode unfolds; Natalie's journey to becoming a business owner, the way her business has morphed over time and how things are so different now regarding talking openly about emotions and mental health. We of course cover topics around parenting where Natalie shares some gorgeous mantras, but there is lots for all of us adults to take away for ourselves too, whether you're a parent or not. Enjoy!!! Connect with Natalie:   Website: https://www.powerthoughts.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerthoughtsnc/   Free PDF '5 steps to navigate big feelings: https://www.powerthoughts.co.uk/big-feelings   Connect with Jo: Learn more about my Mastermind here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

Suzy Reading is so many things, all wrapped up into one incredibly powerful whole; a mother of two, an author, a chartered psychologist, a yoga teacher, a leading practitioner and advocate of self care, and so much more. In this conversation, we explore how her passion for self care was sparked when her experience of motherhood collided with the terminal illness of her father, and how she has subsequently channelled that in order to help other people manage their stress, their emotions, and to re-charge their ‘energetic bank balance.'   In this wonderfully open and insightful conversation, we discuss topics such as; - How she accidently moved to the UK, when a two month holiday turned into a seven year stay! - Starting a personal training business whilst at University - When she moved back to Australia to start a family, she was faced with the terminal illness of her father, an especially tough chapter, though one that was to set her on the path back to her psychologist roots. - how even she remains susceptible to life's stresses, despite all of her accumulated tools, experience and skills, because no one is immune from stress, overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, or grief. - How she embraced extending compassion towards herself   - How the pandemic has encouraged people to talk more around self care. - That though grief is a universal experience, we still don't talk about it enough. She goes on to share some wonderful insight as to how to try to support those who might be grieving. - We also talk healthy foundational habits, including sleep, rest, relaxation, breathing, food, hydration, and movement, and how these elements combine to make Suzy's ‘scaffolding.'   You are going to get so much out of this, so I advise you to have a pen and paper to hand to make notes! Connect with Suzy:   https://www.instagram.com/suzyreading   Website: https://www.suzyreading.co.uk   Connect with Jo: Download my Mastermind infographic here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

Catherine has a unique place in the story of the HDSDI podcast, but as well as revealing exactly what that was and how it came about, there is SO much more to her story that we explore in this episode. Marrying her prowess as an incredible musician with the power of manifestation, she reveals how she created her own business right from the very start of her career, and how she has expanded her services in order to fit her own lifestyle, and deliver a broad range of musical offerings to prospective clients.   Listen on to hear how Catherine:   - Realised that her university degree wasn't for her, and how she was brave enough to move courses.   - Learned and applied the principles of manifestation in her early twenties   - Devoured business principles and theories of positivity on her daily commute to University   - Pivoted during lockdown in order to become less dependant upon live gigs, offering instead a musical branding service to a range of business clients   - Places wellbeing and great energy at the centre of her approach   - Uses principles around musical frequency and energy in order to create truly bespoke results for her customers   If you love the Law of Attraction, you will love this episode! Connect with Catherine:   Website: http://www.belightfulmusic.co.uk/index.php/albums     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belightful_music/   https://www.instagram.com/catherinerannusmusic/   Connect with Jo: Download my Mastermind infographic here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind   Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/  

Today the tables are turned and Jo is a guest on her own podcast! In this unique episode, Resilience Coach Pam Cottman is the one asking the questions as Jo shares her story for the first time. Pam is an amazing guest host and Jo felt privileged to have this opportunity. Sharing her journey from corporate career to motherhood and how her own experiences helped shape How DOES she do it?! as it is today. The conversation includes: - Why her corporate career was cut abruptly short - How Jo overcame her own lack of confidence to embrace running her own networking events - The importance of pro-actively stepping out of her comfort zone - The evening that proved to be a pivotal point in her life - The power of the How DOES she do it Community Connect with Jo: Download my Mastermind infographic here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Pam: Website www.pamcottman.com  

A mini-sode today made up of an open & transparent conversation between Jo and Pam Cottman. This originally formed the beginning of tomorrow's episode (which in itself is ‘different' as Pam steps in as guest host, interviewing Jo! You're going to LOVE it!), but Jo felt this short conversation required a platform of its own, as she believes many women are feeling stretched and tired right now, but might assume they're the only one. If that sounds like you, then listen on… Together we're stronger – reach out and connect with a business friend today – ask how they really are … Connect with Pam: Website www.pamcottman.com   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

My guest this week is Roxy Holdstock, the dynamic and energised founder of Roxify, her business dedicated to decluttering and reorganisation. Roxy is a solution-based organiser who has a natural flair and passion for decluttering. She takes on board the emotional attachment to objects as well as the practical need for living space too, assisting clients to turn their place of focus into somewhere they love once more. In this conversation, Roxy tells me how working for herself happened almost by accident following a very different job working for the Probation Service, and we cover so much more from that part of her story onwards. I love Roxy's energy and hearing how she embraced her natural tendencies in creating her new business. We cover so much, including: - self-kindness and a huge change Roxy made following one of my networking events. Seriously, it is amazing and gave me all the tingles! - Talking permission and how we so often listen to others having ignored the signs within us beforehand. - Her passion comes from within – she loves to help people – that is the heart of it and the heart of Roxy! - Her work is so ‘person based' and for most people it's not just about the stuff, but the emotion surrounding it - The benefits of being part of a community both at my networking events and with fellow ‘de-clutterers' - The best thing about the business being the reward of helping people. Connect with Roxy: Website https://roxify.net   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OrganiseWithRoxify/ Connect with Jo: Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

Well, this is different! A shorter than planned episode because, well… take a listen and I'll tell you why! In this easy to digest solo-cast, I let you know how life has challenged me in the past few weeks, I share a hurdle I've worked hard to overcome recently thanks to the help and accountability of a beautifully kind and supportive business buddy, a poem I wrote the last time I took a holiday (which I hope will bring you a moment of stillness & joy) and some words of reassurance if you've contemplated networking but not quite taken the step yet. Connect with Jo: Join us at the online networking event I mention, taking place on Tuesday 2nd November: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

Today's guest is Jen Thomas. Jen is an intuitive coach and spiritual mentor helping business owners unlock their intuition and harness the power of their emotions to create super successful businesses. With a 20 year corporate background, Jen knows what it is to exist in a fear-based energy and how disconnected and isolating that can feel. She also knows what a transformational journey it is to break free from the 'institution' and blaze your own trail, leading from the heart rather than financial gain. She has been on her own transformational journey from that place of fear to one of love where she can be her true and powerful self. In this conversation, we touch upon… - Jen's deep denial as she headed towards burnout. - How she needed to break free and immerse herself in something more fulfilling. - How her spiritual side began to develop, and became incorporated into her approach to business. - I ask Jen what she would recommend to someone who feels they might be heading towards burnout. - Jen shares her daily practices to ensure a happy & healthy life. Enjoy the show … Connect with Jen: Website https://www.revitalisecoaching.co.uk Instagram https://www.instagram.com/revitalisecoaching Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jenthomas Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/soulpreneurssanctuary Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

If you want to know how to make mindfulness work for you, then hit ‘play' on this week's podcast. Our guest is mindfulness practitioner Emma Martin, who relays the journey she embarked upon following her recovery from postnatal depression, before going on to train in mindfulness, counselling skills and mental health. This truly authentic conversation touches upon topics around post-natal depression, how Emma came to be on her mindfulness journey and relays how we constantly need to work on developing our own minds. Emma and I realised quite a while ago now that we share similarities in our outlook, vulnerability and most definitely in helping others too, and so our conversation was incredibly heartfelt and the energy was divine. We touch upon… - How quickly mindfulness can take effect, and how simple exercises can make a difference. - Some fabulous insights into Emma's world including incredibly accessible mindfulness ideas that you can put into practise right away. - Both the toughest and the best parts of Emma's experience working for herself as she shares what she chose to let go of, in order to ensure a happy, healthy and liberated life. - Her new ‘Mindfulness in a Box' offering, which brings the magic of self care and mindfulness to your doorstep! Enjoy the show … Connect with Emma: Website www.emmamartinmindfulness.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emmamartinmindfulness/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/emmamartinmindfulness/ Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

Where are you at right now? Many of us aren't glowing with that ‘back to school' feeling that has felt so familiar in the past. Have you hit the ground running or are you a little tired and ‘out of sorts'? Whichever way you answer this question, you're not alone! There is no right or wrong, and some of us (ummm, me) haven't returned to social media yet after an extended break from it … but that's ok. So how are you? It's ok if you're feeling a little jaded – listen in to hear what Jo does (unapologetically) when she is in need of a recharge. Enjoy this pick & mix collection of ideas & options that you can choose to implement, wherever you're at in life and business right now – the key message across Jo's suggestions is to embrace slow, and do what works for you. Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

This week's guest is Alix Hubble, founder of ChickFit, a women's health and fitness coaching business, where she works one to one, in groups and online with women at all ages and stages, from pregnancy right through to the menopause years. Alix focuses upon giving a healthy and holistic approach to healing the body and regaining fitness, by combining exercise with soft tissue and massage therapy, nutrition, self-care and day to day strategies. In this insightful conversation, we explore; - How she moved from a successful career in advertising in order to set up her own business as a personal trainer, and how that business has continued to evolve ever since - How even she doesn't spring out of bed desperate to do a workout every day and it's ok to have ups and downs - How we simply have to stop ignoring ourselves and rather to really look after ourselves as we get older - That we can fall into a vicious or virtuous cycle … this was such a lightbulb moment for me - The importance of starting small with looking after ourselves - Her wonderful recommendation of what to do if we literally only have two minutes to ourselves As well as all of this and so much more, of course I ask Alix the toughest and best part of being a business owner as well as How DOES she do it?! Connect with Alix: Website www.chickfit.co.uk Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alixchickfit/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alixchickfit Podcast www.podfollow.com/chickfit   Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

This week's guest is Pam Cottman, a resilience coach, trainer, speaker and a mum of two boys. Pam tells the story of how she rose to become a school assistant headteacher, with a specific focus upon the personal and professional development of young people, her colleagues and her teams through teaching, mentoring and coaching. A passionate believer in unlocking untapped potential, Pam set up her own business in 2018 and is now an ICF accredited coach supporting individuals, schools and organisations to reach their potential by building resilience. During our conversation, we touch upon; - Her pastoral role in her career in education - How going back to school after maternity leave was a real turning point - How friends noticed before she did that she'd lost her sparkle - Her observation that noticing what you do for yourself has an impact on those around you - How a coaching taster course she signed up for ‘felt like home' - Her joy in giving people the time, space & focus they need - Guidance for you if you're not sure which way you're heading right now - The importance of choosing a pathway that ‘lights you up!' Of course I asked Pam to share the toughest & best things about working for herself … listen to hear her wonderful answers! Connect with Pam: Website https://pamcottman.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pamcottman/ Resilient Women Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/231010054480969 Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

This week's guest is Dr Brianne Grogan, a leading voice in the field of health and wellness through her FemFusion Fitness brand, and a pelvic health specialist. Dr. Bri is a breath of fresh air and all women need to be taking heed from her wealth of content across her various platforms, including her YouTube channel, podcast and online courses, to name but a few! In today's conversation we talk about Bri's business, and focus in on her area of specialism, that of pelvic health. It's a conversation for all women (whether you have given birth or not) and we cover many topics, including: - Simple things we can all do for ourselves … such as holding your body with better posture, and keep your exercises safe with correct breathing. - How prevention is best, though if you already have an issue – there is still so much hope - Helping her clients move from fear to vibrancy! - The ripple effect of having conversations around pelvic health - How pelvic fitness can be fun - Three of the most important things YOU can do to keep your health in tip top condition! As with all of my wonderful guests, Bri speaks with true passion and her expertise shines brightly through all that she shares. Connect with Dr Bri: Website https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/femfusionfitness All other links, including podcast, book, courses etc https://linktr.ee/femfusionfitness   Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

This week's guest is Emily Watson, an honest & empowering fitness and wellbeing guru. Her business, Whoop Fitness & Wellbeing is an uplifting lifeline for so many who are lucky enough to have discovered her dance classes, both online and in person. We cover so much in our conversation – with light-hearted chuckles along the way, before delving deeper into some incredibly vulnerable and important topics. Emily shares so much; - From how she fell into psychology, and went onto complete a degree and masters, and even how she also fell in love with the idea of dance fitness whilst attending a class herself. - her vow to never allow things she'd experienced as a member of a gym class to happen at Whoop classes. - how she role-models a kind and friendly welcome to each and every customer who steps into her classes. - the pivot to online workouts during the pandemic that was enabled thanks to her fabulous husband, who actually went on to contract covid, ending up seriously ill in hospital. We talk lack of boundaries, the struggle to switch off from business and have a refreshing chat around embracing our bodies, our mistakes and much more. You're going to love this one! Connect with Emily: Website https://whoopfitness.co.uk Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whoopfitnessandwellbeing/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whoopfitness/   Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

In this episode I open up about my own personal journey through recognising my perfectionist ways, and the subsequent impact they've had on areas of my life such as decision making, mental health and business. I explore how acknowledging our own tendencies, being thankful for them, but then tweaking them with kindness leads to positive results and a happier life.   I have also selected a handful of tips to share which might support those of you with similar perfectionist tendencies, to harness your desire to set high personal standards, without allowing that to prevent you realising your ambitions.  I delve into: Where it all began for me How lockdown prompted me to observe my patterns Real life examples of me overcoming the hold of perfectionism Why I hope I don't pass this trait onto my children Confessing that I'm not ‘there' yet! As well as my own thoughts and learnings, I reference the wonderful Brené Brown, sharing a short passage from her incredible book ‘The Gifts of Imperfection' which I strongly recommend you all go out and buy. Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

My guest this week is Rameeza Rayner who is an authentic and highly experienced cook, and a truly inspiring teacher. Her business ‘Rameeza's Repertoire' bloomed from her lifelong love of cooking. Specialising in teaching Indian and International cuisine, Rameeza runs cookery workshops empowering people to create the flavourful food they love! In this conversation, Rameeza tells me how her life pivoted from a career in the city, before relocating to Paris, and starting on the path to creating her very own cookery business from scratch. I adore Rameeza's honesty, authenticity and story too. We cover so much, including: - How she overcame the fear of judgement by allowing her creativity to flow freely and not worry! - How being herself and doing what she feels is right for her has been a great way of moving forward. - How she felt a need for connection during the pandemic, leading to her running free online cookery workshops for families.   - That the toughest thing about running her own business is the lack of accountability and how being on my Mastermind helped counter this. - That creative freedom and flexibility are two huge bonuses working for herself. Connect with Rameeza: Website: https://www.rameezasrepertoire.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/rameezasrepertoire Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/rameezasrepertoire/ Connect with Jo: If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events:  https://howdoesshedoit.life/events/  Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

In this week's episode I interview the wonderful Jane Kent, of Jane Kent Studio, who manages to blend both her creative and entrepreneurial sides to incredible effect. Jane reveals how her business grew and developed from its origins as she sought to build a lifestyle around being a mum, and then how her subsequent success has taught her the value of forward planning and boundary setting alike. You're certain to take inspiration from Jane's approach, as she relays the importance of connection and the personal touch with her customers. Enjoy! Connect with Jane: https://www.janekentstudio.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/janekent_studio/ https://www.facebook.com/janekentstudio Connect with Jo: If you're interested in support to grow your business & confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/events/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life    Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife  

In this week's episode I interview the wonderfully warm Phoebe Scaife, who is not only the founder of Ruby Moon VA, and therefore provider of support (with a smile!) to business owners, but also wife, mum of two, and so much more. We explore how she specifically sought to tailor her business to suit her own personality, working preferences and lifestyle; she's an example to us all! Phoebe relays her story, from how she overcame dyslexia to recognise, embrace and harness her strengths, through first attending networking before she even had her own business, to balancing work with the demands of motherhood. She provides insight as to how she intentionally designed a business model around her own lifestyle, as well as the sense of achievement she has experienced from running it successfully. I'm delighted to provide this opportunity for Phoebe to share her capacity for calmness, clarity of thought and overall warmth of personality. There is much to enjoy and learn from here, I'm sure you'll agree. Connect with Phoebe: Website: www.rubymoonva.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rubymoonva/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/rubymoonva Connect with Jo: If you're interested in support to grow your business & confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/  Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/events/  Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife 

In this episode I explore how we can make the most exciting things happen by consciously stretching beyond the confines of our own personal comfort zones. It was Henry Ford who stated that ‘if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got,' which seems to me to be both startingly simple, yet also wonderfully inspired. Drawing upon my own experiences in life and in business, I relay how I've had to first acknowledge my own personal fears, before embracing the challenge of the new, and the inevitable anxieties that I've encountered along the way, before experiencing the joy that results. I have cherry picked a few of the best tips that I've acquired over the years, and in this episode I share them with you in order that you too can enjoy the many benefits that inevitably follow a conscious effort to embrace and push through your own fears. I delve into: Accepting that pushing through personal boundaries can often feel deeply uncomfortable Applying these principles in both spontaneous and longer term situations Understanding that there is no failure, only the opportunity for growth That when embracing stepping out of our comfort zones often enough, we quickly begin to appreciate that anything really is possible! Connect with Jo: If you're interested in support to grow your business & confidence, learn more here: Work with me Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: Networking Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: Website Follow me on Instagram Join my free Facebook community

In this week's episode I interview the truly inspiring Louise Brooks, owner of Parenting Success (and hence provider of guidance, comfort and wisdom to many a parent), about her experiences both as an entrepreneur, and on her own personal journey as an individual. If ever you feel the need to draw inspiration from someone who appears on the surface to have an innate sense of natural confidence, this interview is for you! Louise tells her story, from growing up in Denmark, relocating to the US, her fascination with the study of psychology, and how she subsequently applied that and her own life experiences into her own business providing support and advise for parents. In telling her story, she explains how ‘Louise questions' helped define her career path, how she overcame being a ‘safety junkie' and employed the value of her message as a means of overcoming her inner doubts. Louise's empathy and insight are a delight to share with you, and I'm confident you'll take as much from listening to her wisdom, as I did myself. We delve into: How Louise overcomes challenges, pushes out of her comfort zone and always tries to follow her heart. Listening to your inner child That the process of embracing our fears has distinct phases, the last of which makes all of those before it more than worthwhile! Inviting fear along for the journey, without letting it drive Removing our own personal shield in order to encourage others to reciprocate and do the same Being relatable, not perfect How Louise achieves balance between running her business, with being a mum and wife Realistic expectations for parents Being fully present as a mum The value of exercise as a non-negotiable Lowering the bar to make space for life Connect with Louise: Website Instagram Facebook Boost your child's self-esteem course Connect with Jo: If you're interested in support to grow your business & confidence, learn more here: Work with me Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: Networking Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: Website Follow me on Instagram

If you've ever let nervousness or anxiety hold you back from attending a networking event, you're not alone! Many people describe networking as scary or intimidating, but making these authentic connections is so VITAL to achieving your goals and maximizing your business's potential. In this episode, I'm giving you my BEST tips to flip your mindset to be confident and prepared to reap the benefits of your next networking opportunity. You'll hear all about what you SHOULD do at networking events to get out of your comfort zone, actively participate, and have FUN making meaningful connections!   I'm diving into:    Why making connections is more vital now than ever before, especially for small business owners What you SHOULD do at a networking event to make authentic connections — plus, what to avoid Disproving some common misconceptions about networking events  Why ALL networking connections and events are valuable — no matter the size! Simple actions you can take to beat anxiety and flourish at networking functions (plus, an invitation from me!) A visualization activity to BOOST your confidence for your next event And so much more!   If you are interested in 1:1 support to build your confidence in business or networking events, register here for REV:YOU: https://howdoesshedoit.life/revyou/   Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/events/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

Do you believe you have to do everything, all the time? What does busy mean to you? It seems that being busy has become synonymous with being accomplished, and that you can only be successful if you are constantly doing things. But, being so busy leads to one thing — burnout. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite tips to help you concentrate on what you need to do, simplify your routine for tackling tasks, and have the confidence to do less and be as productive as ever!   I'm diving into:   Why you NEED to create boundaries to get things done My favourite strategies to get you single-tasking and back on track Easy ways to break down your day into manageable pieces  The technique I LOVE (and how you can use it to bring calm and focus to your tasks) A fun way you can get involved in community, even during the pandemic The TOP 5 steps you can take RIGHT NOW to save time and get important things ticked off your list Some words to inspire you to take control and assess your life & business And so much more!   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?! here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Join us at our next networking event!  https://howdoesshedoit.life/events/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

As a woman, you've got a lot on your plate. Between work, family, and life, if you're often feeling burnt out, you're not alone! On this very first episode of the How Does She Do It?!, I want to share with you the ONE thing you are leaving off of your to-do list that is VITAL to prioritize so that you can bring calm and peace in your life. Let's dive into some of my favourite (and FREE!) tips to start incorporating self-care into your day to give you the energy boost you need to put your BEST into your life and business.  I'm diving into:   My FAVOURITE ways to practice self-care (and it doesn't have to cost money!) A sneak peek into what you can expect this season on How Does She Do It?! Why you MUST be self-aware of your challenges and strengths to put your best into your life and business These simple steps will help you create a rejuvenating evening routine to nourish your soul One simple way to incorporate self-care (and an energy boost!) into your day, even if you have no time at all And so much more!   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?! here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/