MindStyling for Entrepreneurs

In part two of our MindStyling End of Year Special, Amy chats with Becky about her decision to leave Interactive Scientific in 2019.  We reflect on:The gifts and challenges of being a start-up CEOThe unsustainable frenzy of a constant sprintSaying no to bad behaviour and toxic relationshipsHow do you know when it's time to walk away? Is a graceful landing possible?For Becky, a trusted mentor, supportive Chair, and compelling Vision Board played important roles in helping her to bring to a close her time at Interactive Scientific, and open the door to a raft of new opportunities.  Which of these are playing a positive role in your life at present?  How have endings brought you gifts over the past year?About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/mindstylingpodcastHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: www.amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.com

As 2021 draws to a close, MindStyling enjoys two end-of-year special podcasts, reflecting on the gifts in endings.In part one, Amy Armstrong and Dr Becky Sage catch up with Nathalie Alpi to reflect on the acquisition of Cookies HQ.  We discuss:Pivoting and purposeWhen pressure is unsustainable and change is necessaryThe value of sleep!Creating space for opportunityNavigating an exit with values intactThe challenge of redundanciesReconnecting to joy and purpose at work each dayWe ask, how can you create hope for yourself in 2022?If you would like to hear more about Nathalie's experiences, enjoy our first interview with her published on 31 August 2020: 'Nathalie Alpi: Relationships are at the core of everything we do' https://themindstylingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1032514/5174497About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comGuest: Nathalie AlpiTwitter: https://twitter.com/natalpiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nat_alpi/

In today's Top Tips episode, Amy and Becky reflect on Kerstyn and Suzi's warning:"Don't kitchen-sink it: keep it simple. It's all about the problem."We muse how easy it is as entrepreneurs and instinctive innovators, to try to do everything, and be everything, to everybody.  Instead we think about:How to say no, and prioritise effectively.Finding the sweet spot where the needs of your customers, the needs of your audience, and your own needs overlap.The power of mastery and getting really good at one key area of focusAmy asks, when you say yes to one idea, what are you saying no to?  The 3 P's can help you refine your focus and clarity on how to organise your resources:Projects: What projects do you need to abandon or postpone? What meetings will you no longer attend? What resources do you need to divert to the yes? People: What expectations do you need to manage? What relationships will be affected? Patterns: What habits do you need to break? What old stories or dated ambitions you need to update? What beliefs about yourself do you need to let go of?Finally, Becky flags the importance of taking others with you, and nurturing relationships when you implement change.Do you share our tendency to 'kitchen-sink' it?  How do you get clear on what to say yes to, and therefore say no to, too?  We would love to hear your thoughts and experiences.  Please rate, review, and subscribe to The MindStyling podcast and newsletter. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout MeeToo, founded by Kerstyn Comley PhD and Suzi GodsonWebsite: https://www.meetoo.help/how-meetoo-works

Kerstyn Comley PhD and Suzi Godson, soon to be PhD are co-founders of MeeToo, an app that allows people to talk anonymously about difficult things with other people of a similar age or experience. The MeeToo mission is to provide mental help to everyone, everywhere by delivering pre-moderated, anonymous digital peer support which is effective, accessible, cheap, safe and scalable.  Co-CEO Suzi Godson has been The Times sex and relationships columnist for 16 years and her books have been translated into fifteen languages. Co-CEO Kerstyn Comley  has twenty years experience in development, product and business management. Before starting MeeToo she founded a successful IT consultancy and co-led a project to open a new Free School. We discussed:Lean methodology and misconceptions around what an MVP isThe value of going slow whilst you still canGetting impact investmentHow writing a book helped their businessMental ill health and the impact of COVID on their businessAbout MeeToo:Website: https://www.meetoo.help/how-meetoo-worksAbout MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.com

In this episode Becky and Amy reflect on the criticality of Heather Lyons' Top Tip: "Hire really good people."No business leader would dispute the value of this; for founders, great hires are particularly important.  We muse on the common pitfalls around hiring for start ups.We emphasise the value of hire slow and fire fast:The wrong people can be extremely distructive, especially for small teams.Don't be scared to ask too much: get clear of what you are looking for.Don't assume others won't be as excited and motivated by the business' mission as much as you are.Get training and support in how to hire and how to manage well.Factor in time to build strong team foundations and nurture team growth.Take care not to feel obliged to give early supporters a share of the business or take a salaried role.Get creative with short contracts initially focused on discrete packages of work with clear KPIs.Importantly, take the long term view and work back from your vision for the business: design an organisation that allows you to be in your zone of genius!We would love to hear about your experiences with hiring. Please connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter using the links below; and subscribe to The MindStyling podcast and newsletter.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Heather Lyons and Blue Shift CodingWebsite: https://blueshiftcoding.com

Heather Lyons is the co-founder of Blue Shift Coding, a company on a mission to empower young people to be more than tech consumers, to be digital creators!Heather originally trained as an architect, but had always worked in technology as a user experience (UX) designer. In 2013, Heather was approached by some mums who were keen for their children to learn to code. Heather had been teaching computer-based design at university level in London and had children of my own. She was also passionate about empowering children to create with code as opposed to simply consuming technology through yet another device. With this in mind, she set about teaching code. Their first term started with eight children in her garden! Those eight children all re-enrolled and they soon started running after-school clubs at a nearby girls' school.Now Blue-Shift offers online classes, after school clubs, holiday camps and private tuition to lots of young people who are getting excited about being tech creatorsHow important it is to gather evidence for your productOpportunities to design better educationHow she helps her team avoid burnoutBuilding the right team and the value of a company scorecardFor more information on the Women in Innovation award: https://info.ktn-uk.org/p/2VFU-7DT/women-in-innovation-newsletter-sign-upAbout Blue Shift CodingWebsite: https://blueshiftcoding.comAbout MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.com

In this week's Top Tips episode, Becky and Amy celebrate Kate Dimbleby's Top Tip:"Ask yourself questions.  Keep talking to yourself because you'll find some really interesting answers.  Ask is that true?"As business leaders, an ability to step back and understand the context within which we are making decisions is invaluable for our personal and business' growth.Reflective Practice gives us the tools to gain perspective.  We ponder how to reflect  effectively:Where you are on the blame continuum? Are you assigning all fault to yourself for things which have gone wrong , or are you blaming everyone but you?!In a lean culture, learning is a metric for success: move away from blame towards lessons learnt.Move from being reflective to reflexive - take into account possible unconscious biases, and underlying assumptions.Consciously create a positive environment which supports good quality thinking.Check in with yourself: ask if your negative thoughts about yourself are really true? Take care to focus on what's working well.We discuss Rolfe's simple three step model to support reflection which moves you forward.  Ask:1.  What?  What was I trying to achieve?  What happened?  What were the consequences?  What patterns, habits, strengths, weaknesses have I demonstrated?2. So What?  What does this teach me?  What does this imply?  What other knowledge could I have brought to this situation?  What resources could I have used?  What could I have done differently?3. Now What?  What do I need to do to improve things?  What broader issues need to be considered?  What do I need to work on and learn about?  What shall I do differently going forwards?Move from big picture reflections, to the critical next step.  Keep asking those questions, positively and pragmatically!We would love to hear about your reflective practices and how you enable yourself to keep moving forwards. Please connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter using the links below; and subscribe to The MindStyling podcast and newsletter.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Stornaway.io and Kate DimblebySign up: https://www.stornaway.ioTwitter: https://twitter.com/stornaway_ioLinked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/51624573/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stornaway.io/

Kate Dimbleby, co-founder of Stornaway.io has been working for 25 years as a producer, performer, singer, songwriter, teacher and facilitator. She has recorded 6 albums and has toured the world with theatrical music shows, working with world-class musicians, writers and other artists to tell stories about women's voices. Kate has developed a structure for writing and developing her ideas to allow for maximum creative freedom and flexibility particularly live on stage. This has informed the creation of the story map and writing tools for Stornaway.io - a ground-breaking interactive filmmaking platform that she launched in May 2020 with her husband filmmaker and technologist Ru Howe.  Stornaway.io's drag and drop authoring tools enable creators in Entertainment, Business, Learning and Agencies to easily craft and pre-vis compelling interactive video stories for delivery to websites, social media, VOD platforms and YouTube!We discussed:Moving from the music industry to a tech startup Getting out of the buildingReaching out to people we knowShifting cultures as you shift to different marketsWaiting for the right time to target you marketAbout Stornaway.io and Kate DimblebySign up: https://www.stornaway.ioTwitter: https://twitter.com/stornaway_ioLinked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/51624573/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stornaway.io/

In this week's Top Tip episode, Becky and Amy reflect on Alison Wood's Top Tip to add "in your opinion" to any advice you are given.  She urges us to remember opinions are not facts.  You get to collate opinions and decide what to do with them.  Becky and Amy reflect on:The importance of getting clear about your core purpose, big vision, and the steps on the journey.  The value of strategic objectives, and your thematic goal - i.e. your number one priority right now*.The courage required to say yes to your core purpose and no to everything else.The power of trusted advisors, and how to build that trust between you.  The risk of overwhelm when well-meaning experts are bombarding you with diverse and contradictory advice.Learning as a critical metric of success throughout the business lifecycle.We enjoy the idea of experimenting with the house-rule of 'one in, one out,' to help remind us to be mindful of which advice we take on and allow to influence the direction of our business.What's your approach to protecting yourself from the key ideas others want to introduce to your space?  How do you decide which to say "yes" to, and "no" to everything else?  We would love to hear your experiences and insights.  Please connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter using the links below; and subscribe to The MindStyling podcast and newsletter.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Alison Wood and LilypadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilypads.uk/?hl=enOther links: https://www.lilypads.org.uk/links/

Alison Wood is the founder of Lilypads, a social venture which aims to ensure menstruation is not a barrier to education through the sale of affordable reusable sanitary pads and provision of menstrual health education. She created Lilypads after learning that schoolgirls in Kenya were exchanging sex for sanitary pads, to remain in education. Through an innovative business model Lilypads subsidises their work internationally through the sale of a pad in the UK, this enables them to support girls most in need. We discussed:Why investment isn't always the best routeHow to take advice mindfullyTaking risks in order to build a purpose led businessHow to block out the noiseThe value of having a vision you can believe inAbout MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout LilypadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilypads.uk/?hl=enOther links: https://www.lilypads.org.uk/links/

In today's episode, Amy and Becky reflect on Sam Woodham's top tip, to never underestimate your unique perspective.  "If you're lucky enough to have an idea, don't let it go. Give it a go."We discuss the challenges of how to stick with an idea, and persist against the odds as you transform it from just a niggle in your head into a service or product that people love and want to buy.As an entrepreneur doing something not done before, in a way not done before, validation is unlikely to come easily.We ask how to: Make peace with feeling uncomfortable when self-doubt is rampant.Make decisions based on objective information not just personal interpretation.Operate from the positive, intellectual part of the brain where you can make sophisticated decisions, rather than your limbic system designed to protect you from pain at all costs.We reflect on:The Five Why method of root cause analysis: ask "why?" five times, to drill down to the core issues behind any set-backs or challenges. The importance of building self-awareness so that you can identify when you are being triggered negatively.The five BASIC social needs of humans: Belonging (B), Autonomy (A), Status (S), Integrity (I) and Certainty (C).Not to quit on a bad day: wait until you've had a really great day, and make the decision then.Schedule time to reflect on any persistent concerns, and consciously create an environment that will support you to do your best thinking. We would love to hear your experiences of persevering through challenges to make your ideas a reality.  What has worked for you?  What have been your hardest battles?  How do you make the peace and space to listen and act on your ideas?  Please connect  with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter using the links below; and do subscribe to The MindStyling podcast and newsletter.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout The Divorce Surgery and Sam WoodhamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedivorcesurgery/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DivorceSurgeryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-divorce-surgery-b946a3164/Website: https://www.thedivorcesurgery.co.uk/

Samantha Woodham is an award winning family law barrister. With Harry Gates she co-founded The Divorce Surgery, which turns the traditional model of bitter adversarial legal proceedings on its head. Their unique model offers one lawyer for one couple, at a fixed fee many, many times lower than the average cost of legal proceedings.  The Divorce Surgery has won a raft of awards as a result including Winner of the Financial Times Intelligent Business award, The Lawyer Awards for Best client service innovation, Lexis Nexis Legal Awards, and Legal Innovation Awards.  This year, Citywealth has made Samantha their Powerwomen Champion of the Year Gold 2021, and most recently she has won a Women in Innovation award as an entrepreneur tackling society's challenges.We discuss:Transforming traditional narratives to remove the stigma of divorce and re-frame it in a positive light;High stress moments of speaking in court vs. live on BBC News and how to manage fear of public speaking;Maintaining your mental health in an intense, emotionally driven work environment where conflict is rife; The value of compartmentalization and balance for good mental health;The power of purpose and how it's those things which make you smile and want to get up in the morning which are what job satisfaction is all about. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout The Divorce SurgeryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedivorcesurgery/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DivorceSurgeryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-divorce-surgery-b946a3164/Website: https://www.thedivorcesurgery.co.uk/

In her interview with MindStyling, Deborah Coughlin, founder of Method X gives a rallying call to women, challenging us all to value ourselves professionally at a higher rate.In this episode, Amy and Becky recognise the gender pay gap is as critical an issue for entrepreneurs as it is for large corporate employees:Research in 2018 revealed that self-employed women in America earn 28% less than self-employed men. Another study shows men freelance creatives charge on average 47% more than women. We reflect on the importance of a positive, empowered money mindset for entrepreneurs.  Looking at how limiting beliefs ingrained from birth can hold us back, and what we can do to overcome them, we discuss:The risk of conflating ‘I'm not worthy' with the fee you charge.How money means different things to different people: values and beliefs around money tend to be deep-rooted.How money works as an amplifier, enabling you to be more of who you are and do greater things than you'd be able to do otherwise.The importance of raising the right level of investment to enable your business to fulfill its optimum potential rather than just scrape by.We ask who are you to stay in the way of you? We discuss how to move from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance and growth and recommend you:Ask for what you need, not what you can get by on. Price according to value added, not at an hourly rate. Ask for help from skilled mentors if you are working on shifting your mindset. Accept new behaviours around money will be uncomfortable at first.  Keep practising, keep learning, and lean into the experience. Celebrate your wins!Please share with us your experiences around money: is this an area of strength for you, or is it still a work in progress?  Perhaps it's an skill set you really struggle with?  We would love to hear your thoughts.   Please share your insights and experiences with us on Instagram, LinkedIn Facebook and Twitter using the links below. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.com About Method X and Deborah CoughlinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deborahcoughlin/ Website: https://www.methodxstudios.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodxstudios/ 

Deborah Coughlin is the founder of Method X, an organisation that is creating scalable prevention of poor mental health for the mass market.  Her mission is to democratise good mental health, and end the mental health poverty gap. Deborah is a creative innovator and entrepreneur who often subverts the usual way we look at things. She's a creator of stories, products, communities, and business. They're all designed to empower. In addition to everything else she's done, Deborah has presented for The Guardian, BBC and Radio 4.We discussed:Disruption and creative problem solving.The power and importance of talent diversity within a team.The value of incubators, and Deborah's transformative Zinc incubator experience.Shifting from deep discomfort with money and a poverty/scarcity mindset, to raising pre-seed funding of £400,000 in the midst of the pandemic.Creating something out of nothing when you feel passionately it needs to exist; and the risk of building unsustainability rather than scale into the heart of a project.Human being as well as human doing, and how to make taking care of mental health part of your team's business routine.How can you be outspoken? How do you get down to your authentic voice? About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.com About Method X and Deborah CoughlinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deborahcoughlin/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/deborah-c-a7894b183Website: https://www.methodxstudios.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodxstudios/     

Helena's Top Tip is that there is no silver bullet out there.  Rather success is all about consistent force in one direction.In today's episode, Amy and Becky reflect on the importance of this insight, and how:Searching for your silver bullet can distract you from  doing the crucial work.It is the accumulative impact of all of your actions which turns the flywheel of your business: the individual action is  responsible for your results becomes impossible to determine.Alignment of your team in its understanding of your vision, values, behaviours, and objectives is crucial for your flywheel to start to move and gather momentum. The flywheel effect was first popularised by Jim Collins in his iconic book,  'Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...and Others Don't.'   We invite listeners to reflect on their personal or business' flywheel.  What are your drivers of momentum and how do they work together?   Amy adds in the powerful questions from the playbook set out by Patrick Lencioni in 'The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else In Business.'   What are your answers to:Why do we exist?How do we behave?What do we do?How will we succeed?We'd love to hear your insights and reflections.  How does the flywheel play out in your business?  What else can you do to increase your focus of energy in one consistent direction?  Do let us know using the social media links below.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout TrueStart Coffee and Helena HillsInstagram: https://www.truestartcoffee.comWebsite: https://www.truestartcoffee.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truestartcoffee

In the second part of our interview with Helena Hills from TrueStart Coffee. We dug deep into how the TrueStart team invested every penny they had to rebrand and ensure that the visual representation of the brand was truly reflective of the values, vision and energy that they wanted to convey. This unleashed a whole new trajectory for TrueStart and the team. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout TrueStart Coffee and Helena HillsInstagram: https://www.truestartcoffee.comWebsite: https://www.truestartcoffee.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truestartcoffee

Helena Hills is the founder of True Start Coffee, we talked about so much that we decided to  split this episode in two.....Next episode coming soon. In this episode we focused on the value of positive energy and ADHD. In part two we discuss rebranding and learning as you go when you build a business from scratch. TrueStart is feel-good coffee that exists to spread massive positive energy It is a Multi-award-winning challenger coffee masterbrand with vibrant, clean, healthy coffee for every occasion, at it's core it is an ethical family business that puts people first.As well as being an energetic ethical CEO, Helena is extremely passionate about the importance of championing neuro-diversity We discuss: ☕Positive emotions and how to harness them☕The power of “clean coffee” (for those who aren't allergic to caffeine) ☕How it started in a field in Taunton☕ How ADHD doesn't mean someone needs fixingAbout MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout TrueStart Coffee and Helena HillsInstagram: https://www.truestartcoffee.comWebsite: https://www.truestartcoffee.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truestartcoffee

This week, Amy and Becky sit down to share stories and ponder on the challenges and wonders of finding and doing what comes from the heart.  First though, we start with the complexities behind Keri's rallying cry - 'you are not your circumstances.'We reflect that:Perspective and understanding of our circumstances can support us to shake off being defined by the constraints we face.How the question, "what's stopping you?" can throw a light on limiting beliefs and give us the choice to step beyond them.Becky invites Amy to reflect on her career journey to find purpose, from advertising, to television, to adult education and EdTech, to her current eleven year preoccupation with 'what helps humans shine?'Purpose can be found in many places, and there's not just one answer for each of us.   It could be in one or many areas. Perhaps in:a sector that resonates;a skill set that you love;a hobby rather than a money-earning venture; oran outcome you are passionate about.Research shows that our core motivations for work are not focused on salary, but rather the opportunities for:Mastery;Autonomy; andPurpose.Perhaps it is this 'MAP' which can help us plot a route out of our circumstances.Do you agree?  Is this your experience?  Please share your stories with us using the social media links below.  Are you managing to do what comes from your heart?  How have you managed to grow beyond your circumstances?  What helps you shine?  We would love to hear from you.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Keri Andriana and AmschelaWebsite: https://amschela.co.ukTwitter: https://twitter.com/AmschelaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amschela/Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/amschela-ltd/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amschela/

Keri Andriana is a multi award winning handbag designer, CEO & Founder of UK affordable luxury handbag brand Amschela. Following the loss of her 15 year legal career, Keri also experienced a relationship breakdown which resulted in the loss of her family home. Homeless, with two children the brand was created as Keri pondered on what to do next.Since launching in 2017  the brand has become a celebrity favourite and has appeared at London Fashion Week to The BAFTAs, and has caught the eye of high-end magazines, featuring as a Style Obsession for 2018; Vanity Fair UK (March 2018 Issue), Tatler, British GQ and cited by the coveted fashion bible; British Vogue (June 2018 Issue) as ‘one to watch' in its Designer Profile pages. Keri was named as a Fashion Award 2020 Nominee as a leader of change. Other noted nominees were Rihanna, Naomi Campbell and mainstream luxury fashion houses such as Gucci & Louis Vuitton. In her spare time, Keri enjoys working with disadvantaged young persons seeking to enter the fashion industry via mentoring and internships within the brand. We discussed:Creating a secure future through creating a handbag line (with the support and motivation from her family;

Do you have laser focus?  This is Mel Rodrigues' Top Tip for listeners.In this episode, Amy and Becky consider the value of focus at a macro and a micro level in business, and how neither is necessarily easy to achieve.  Sometimes it's not even appropriate.Are you at the stage in your business cycle where you have sufficient information to be able to pursue strategic laser focus?Are money and impact to be found in the same place; or are they in entirely different directions, which is so often the case if you're thinking disruptively or in an impact space.Is your team aligned or pulling in different directions?Perhaps you at the early stage of a start-up where your very focus is on defining your focus!We refer to Eric Reis' classic book ‘The Lean Start Up' and ‘The Start Up Owner's Manual' by Steve Blank and Bob Dorf.  In these learning is a key measure of success.  The lean methodology can be your guide as you find your answers to what is the best business model, market and product for you.We discuss the challenge of remaining on topic during team meetings, when ideas can come thick and fast.Research shows that when we are distracted by something, on average we take 23 minutes to return to the task we were originally working on.We recommend the use of an ideas list or ‘bucket' to capture ideas on-the-hoof, to help you stay on topic.Amy outlines her prioritisation tool to help you identify which ideas to pursue quickly and easily.  For each idea assess their impact and ease of implementation. Prioritise the high impact, high ease ideas.Amy recommends Greg McKeown's book, ‘Essentialism: the disciplined pursuit of less' and his interview by Tim Ferris.  His core principle is decide on what matters most and say no to everything else.How you manage to achieve laser focus?  What helps?  What doesn't?!  Do you agree with our approaches?  Do you have better ones to recommend?  Please let us know using the social media links below. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.comAbout Gritty Talent: Website: https://www.grittytalent.tv Twitter: https://twitter.com/grittytalent?lang=en Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/GrittyTalent/ Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gritty-talent/ 

Mel Rodrigues is Founder and Creative Director of Gritty Talent – a Bristol based company designing inclusive technology for the TV and Film sector to help bridge its talent gaps.Gritty Talent is a Bristol based start-up, designing smart, inclusive technology for the TV and Film sector to help bridge its talent gaps. The free app will be available to download by aspiring talent from late March 2021, and the industry will be able to use it to find exciting and diverse new talent from May onwards. We discussed: Moving from the TV industry to being a tech entrepreneurThe value of TedX and building ecosystemsReshaping skills for the tech sectorHaving long COVID and dealing with COVID whilst pivoting a start up at a very early stageSlowing downHaving laser focusAbout MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Gritty Talent: Website: https://www.grittytalent.tvTwitter: https://twitter.com/grittytalent?lang=enFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/GrittyTalent/Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gritty-talent/

In today's episode, Amy and Becky reflect on this week's Top Tip from Heidi Gardner: Ask for help - it is what will grow your business.This week, we decided we'd turn this into an action, and posed ourselves the very specific question:“What can we ask for help with to maximise growth and impact?”  In our conversation about our conclusions for MindStyling, we talk about:How to engage better with our listeners?What makes a community?The importance of making space for insight: the power of switching off from tasks and noise and allowing our mind to percolate.How meditation or journaling can help us think through key questions.The value of breaking down our life or work into priority areas – perhaps using a wheel of life model - and posing the question specifically for the area which will make the most difference to you now.   We concluded that it is our listeners who we would most value help from at this stage.  We would love to know from you what we could do to serve you all even more powerfully.Please let us know what help you would value most from us to help you maximise your growth and impact, using the links below. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.com About Science on A Postcard: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scienceonapostcard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ScienceOnA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScienceOnAPostcard/ Website: https://scienceonapostcard.com 

Subscribe and Share to help Heidi's inspiring story reach more people. Dr. Heidi Gardner is the founder of Science on a postcard and a Research Fellow at the University of Aberdeen, focusing on efficiency of clinical trails. She started science On A Postcard to demonstrate that scientists are people just like everyone else, a diverse group of people from all kinds of backgrounds, beliefs and genders, and the diversity in characteristics only serves to improve the science that is done!!Science On A Postcard started in 2017, with two postcard designs and an Instagram account.Today there are over 100 different products for sale; you can buy enamel badges, lanyards, tote bags, notebooks and lots more science goodies. These products have been supporting fabulous causes, scientists and science enthusiasts all over the world.We discussed: How Science on a Postcard is smashing stereotypes, creating a community and shining a light on bad culture. Going from the idea to establishing the business all in the space of a domestic flight;Optimising your working time and spaces to best suit your needs;How to have a significant side hustle whilst still doing a job you love;Spotting the signs of depression and managing it;Rebranding whilst maintaining the brand essence. About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Science on A Postcard:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scienceonapostcard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ScienceOnAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScienceOnAPostcard/Website: https://scienceonapostcard.com

In today's Top Tip episode, Amy and Becky reflect on Jillian Kowalchuk's advice to,“You need to build yourself first”Are you secure in yourself?  Who you are?  What you stand for?Amy and Becky get under the skin of what this means in practice. How can we get more comfortable with trusting ourselves to make decisions, take action, and move through challenging times?We reflect on:Self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence – what they are and how they interconnect;What it means to really esteem yourself;How self-confidence is about trusting  yourself to grow and learn from your experiences;The importance of getting comfortable with our vulnerabilities and accepting our mistakes;The power of learning to frame moments of difficulty into questions which can connect us to our passion and purpose;The significance of storytelling to build relationships of value and influence; and critically, How to move from reflection through to action and impact. When we are secure in ourselves – who we are and what we stand for – moving forwards with clarity and confidence becomes possible.We would love to hear what you have found helpful in your journey.  What have you done – what are you continuing to do – to help you build your sense of self and find the strength to keep getting back up when events knock you down?  Please share your insights and experiences with us on Instagram, LinkedIn Facebook and Twitter using the links below.About MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy ArmstrongWebsite: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.com About Jillian & Safe & the City​www.safeandthecity.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/safeandthecity www.instagram.com/jilliankowalchuk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/safeandthecity Personal: https://twitter.com/kowalchuk_jill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kowalchuk https://www.linkedin.com/company/safe&thecity YouTube ​ | Safe & the City YOUTUBE.COM | ​TEDx Talk: Equality by Design | Jillian Kowalchuk | TEDxSquareMile YOUTUBE.COM | ​ 

Jillian Kowalchuk is an award-winning entrepreneur as the Founder & CEO of Safe & The City, using technology and data intelligence to design safety in digital and physical spaces. She was given the Exceptional Talent in Technology by the U.K. Home Office, winner of JCI Contribution to Human rights and was listed as the Top 20 Women in Data in the U.K. She sits on the Commonwealth Businesswomen Executive Team and the Department for International Trade's Global Entrepreneurial Programme Female Founders Advisory Board. Jillian is a TEDx speaker and business coach sharing her knowledge and experience of traveling to over 50 countries and breadth of knowledge on gender equality, tech4good, women in STEM to inspire and motivate others to take innovative action to solve meaningful problems.Her own experience of being in an unsafe situation whilst walking in the city, led to the creation of Safe in the City. We spoke about: The events that led to the founding of Safe & the CityViolence against women, especially in the aftermath of Sarah Everard's murder The connection between advocacy and entrepreneurship.Intersections between different issuesLooking through the lens of a purpose-driven businessHow to build your communityAbout MindStylingSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Jillian & Safe & the City​www.safeandthecity.comios & Android app: http://onelink.to/nmjg74 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safeandthecity www.instagram.com/jilliankowalchuk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/safeandthecityPersonal: https://twitter.com/kowalchuk_jillLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kowalchuk https://www.linkedin.com/company/safe&thecityYouTube ​ | Safe & the City YOUTUBE.COM | ​TEDx Talk:Equality by Design | Jillian Kowalchuk | TEDxSquareMile YOUTUBE.COM | ​

Dr Chen Davies' Top Tip urges us to remember,“It is a marathon. You have to pace yourself…. Be patient - things will happen, when you try your best.”In today's episode, Amy and Becky reflect on how we can keep going, despite no evident results.  We open with Chen's reference to Chinese Bamboo, the fastest growing tree on the planet.  Its seed lies dormant for years of watering and fertilizing before finally shooting through the earth, growing at an astonishing rate of 1.5 inches per hour in its fifth year of life.  How can founders and professionals keep showing up, even when results aren't yet apparent?Together we reflect on the four key areas which can help us all sustain a STAR performance. STAR stands for:·        Sustain sustainable behaviours·        Tune in and turn up positive thinking·        Activate your strengths and celebrate your successes·        Remember your relationships We invite listeners to:  Keep an eye on the future.  When growth comes, will you be able to respond or will you be just too exhausted?  Ask “Am I healthy?”  “Can I keep this up?”Take care of your daily habits – sleep, exercise, eating well.  Create space for learning.  A learning mindset can turn a tricky situation into something rich and meaningful, in turn fuelling growth. We notice:The power of moving from “I can't” thinking to “How can I?” questioning.How tuning into your strengths and successes – micro and macro – amplifies your positive thinking and capacity to do your best work (cf. Sean Achor's excellent TED talk, ‘The Happy Secret to Better Work).We remember:How our relationships and care for the important people in our lives are so often at the heart of our purpose.We ask:Who are the people you are getting up for every day?Please share with us your experiences of pressing on.  How do you build your resilience and enable yourself to keep moving forward? We'd love to hear from you via the links below.About The MindStyling PodcastSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.com About LatchAid Website: https://latchaid.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/LatchAid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LatchAidLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/latchaid/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_latchaid/

Dr. Chen Mao Davies is the Founder and CEO of LatchAid. She holds a PhD in Computer Graphics and has over 15 years software R&D experience. She spent the past 10 years working in a world-class R&D team to create stunning Visual Effects for feature films including the Oscar & BAFTA award-winning Gravity and Blade Runner 2049. Chen had a dream career but in 2015 when she had her son she had some personal struggles with breastfeeding. These struggles changed her life course and now she is using technology and innovation to revolutionize breastfeeding support.Being a visual person and why that is important for her product. Where the tipping point is when you decide to leave your day job before focusing fully on your business. What happened when she took a 9-week old baby into Cambridge Judge business schoolHow to make the hard things enjoyableHow to ask for help and reframe situationsAbout The MindStyling PodcastSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout LatchAidWebsite: https://latchaid.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/LatchAidFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LatchAidLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/latchaid/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_latchaid/

Caz Ike's Top Tip was to learn how to be restful and relax your mind one short moment at a time.In today's episode, Amy and Becky reflect on their different responses to this perennial challenge, and invite listeners to get curious about what works best for them.Together we reflect on:How to create stillness and peace, from simply switching off the noise, to sitting in silence.The value of others curating the space for peace for us through a class, versus the discipline often required for a personal yoga or mindfulness practice.The delight of giving oneself permission to pause and enjoy mindful activities for their own sake - from puzzles, to sewing, crafting and art.  From reading, to exercise, journaling and more.We note how our needs are so often seasonal, changing over time, and differing according to our circumstances and personalities.We ask how can mindfulness help us as business leaders and entrepreneurs? How can being clear of the meaning and purpose of a task help us to step into the flow of the task?Why is it important to be prepared, and write our ideas down?Why do we have our best ideas in those moments of quiet and downtime?How do we harness and enhance our brain's natural creativity?We'd love to hear how you are able to be restful, relax your mind, and be in the moment.  Please do share your experiences and top tips using the links below:About The MindStyling PodcastSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost: Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.comAbout Caz Icke and SoleSenseWebsite: http://solesense.co.uk 

This is the first episode in our series featuring the 2021/22 Innovate UK Women in Innovation award winners. More details about the programme can be found in the links below. Caz Icke is a specialist Physiotherapist with over 13 years of neurorehab experience both in the UK and Canada, and is currently practicing at the Frenchay Brain Injury Unit in Bristol.  Caz founded SoleSense in 2018 in response to the chronic under-resourcing within the UK health system which often results in lack of therapy intensity for those that need it most.  SoleSense uses wearable technology to provide a digital rehabilitation platform,  where real-time biofeedback is delivered to the user to enhance balance and gait performance outside of therapy contact time.  Caz has recently won one of the "Women in Innovation Awards' from Innovate UK and is set to develop her second prototype and prepare for multi-center clinical feasibility testing next year.  We discussed: The development of her business, which will enable more therapy, more quickly to more people who need neurorehabilitationBeing a Women in Innovation winnerFinding calm in her mindFinding a support systemBuilding a business at a pace that feels right for youAbout The MindStyling PodcastSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysageTwitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sageWebsite: www.beckysage.comAbout Caz Icke and SoleSenseWebsite: http://solesense.co.ukAbout the Women in Innovation Programme: Website: https://ktn-uk.org/programme/women-in-innovation/

In this MindStyling Top Tips episode, join Becky and Amy as they reflect on Miisa Mink's invitation to us all to ask, “What's keeping me small?”In line with Miisa's urging not to rush the process, Becky and Amy ponder the questions beneath the question:Do I feel small?  If so, when?  What are my triggers?Why am I triggered?What is holding me back from making the impact I want?We discuss: The brain science behind feeling small and the automatic stress responses of fight, flight, and freeze, as well as ‘please', a learned stress response.How a perceived threat to our status fires up the same part of the brain as a threat to our physical safety.Recognition of the danger of black and white thinking, and the value of identifying the nuances of those situations which might cause us to feel and act small.We invite listeners to get curious about what it is that helps them to stop feeling small.We talk about:The importance and impact of managing our thoughts positively - consciously connecting to our personal strengths, values and purpose.The power of perspective and decoupling the outcome of a moment from our sense of self.Our experiences of goal-setting and the value of meaningful milestones to beat overwhelm.How our feelings are often the last to change, as a result of a conscious shift to more positive, empowering thoughts and behaviours.We'd love to hear about your experiences and reflections on this important topic.  Please let us know using the links below: About The MindStyling PodcastSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.comAbout Miisa Mink and DrivenWomanJoin DrivenWoman membership and global community at www.driven-woman.com.  Join the DrivenWoman's FREE Facebook group - Doers Tribe.You will find DrivenWoman on socials:https://twitter.com/DrivenWomanNetwhttps://www.facebook.com/drivenwomannetworkhttps://instagram.com/drivenwomannetwMiisa's personal handle is: @miisamink on Instagram, Twitter and Clubhouse 

Miisa Mink is an award-winning women's empowerment activist and founder and chief doer at DrivenWoman – a fast-growing empowerment platform and a global community for ambitious women who want to achieve their goals and aspirations.She's a serial entrepreneur who started her career in marketing and branding, building a successful branding agency network for one of the world's leading advertising giants. She has been involved in various start-ups as an investor, advisor and founder.We discussed: The power of doing things the feminine wayDemystifying the idea that success and hours worked are the same thingEmbarking on journey's even when we might be uncertainHow you tell the difference between your ego and your callingIf you want to get news about what is going on at MindStyling, sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.comJoin DrivenWoman membership and global community at www.driven-woman.com.Join the DrivenWoman's FREE Facebook group Doers Tribe to connect with other ambitious women and where Miisa regularly answers questions about finding your drive and stepping out of comfort zone to make your goals happen.You will find DrivenWoman on socials:https://twitter.com/DrivenWomanNetwhttps://www.facebook.com/drivenwomannetworkhttps://instagram.com/drivenwomannetwMiisa's personal handle is:@miisamink on Instagram, Twitter and Clubhouse

In this episode Amy and Becky reflect on the top tips from Olga Kravchenko of Musemio: “Just do it!” and “Don't be afraid to follow up with people you haven't spoken to in a while.”Join us as we ponder how easy it is to get caught up inside our own heads, and let distorted thinking stop our instinct to reach out for support and feedback.  We ask:Are the concerns holding you back, true? Or are they just FEAR (“False Evidence Appearing Real”)?Might your contact have been following you with interest, without you being aware?   Showing up consistently; asking the hard questions; being passionate, vulnerable and able to connect even when things aren't perfect – these are all behaviours people respect and support.So often your greatest supporters are invested in you, even more than your product or business.  Reach out – “just do it!” You're likely to be pleasantly surprised at your reception.We'd love to hear where you are on your journey and how you have navigated your fears and hesitations about contacting others for advice and support.   Let us know what works for you and helps you, “Just do it!” using the links below:About The MindStyling PodcastSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook: www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.comAbout MusemioSign up to the Musemio app here:  https://musemio.com/download Dowload the Musemio in partnership with Royal Museums Greenwich App: iOS:  https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/moon-viewer/id1540937816Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Musemio.MoonViewer&hl=en&gl=USTo connect with Musemio, email  info@musemio.com or add Olga on linked in. 

Olga Kravchenko​ is ​CEO​ of ​Musemio​, an award-winning virtual reality educational platform that brings culture to children in a way they enjoy the most - by playing. The company's vision is to make arts and cultural education accessible to every child across the globe. Musemio has received international recognition by winning numerous awards, being published in leading media such as the Financial Times & the Telegraph and working with leading cultural institutions around the globe. In 2019 Olga was awarded Women in Technology Scholarship by Sky, recognizing her as an emerging leader in the technology sector. Apart from running an exciting venture, Olga has been actively involved in helping other early-stage entrepreneurs to start their business or transition into tech career. We spoke about many of the challenges and opportunities  of running a high tech start up including: Making culture engaging The power of curiosity How to be resilient as your startup matures and you have more people to support;Tips for helping you feel less stressed about presenting your workIf you want to get news about what is going on at MindStyling, sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.comAbout MusemioSign up to the Musemio app here:  https://musemio.com/download Dowload the Musemio in partnership with Royal Museums Greenwich App: iOS:  https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/moon-viewer/id1540937816Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Musemio.MoonViewer&hl=en&gl=USTo connect with Musemio, email  info@musemio.com or add Olga on linked in. 

Our guest and founder of Tortoise, Katie Vanneck Smith firmly believes that we can all do work that we believe in and enjoy. Her point is that we're living the 100-year life so don't spend it by doing something that you don't love and doesn't bring you joy.Work matters to us, we have to recognise that. On this top tips episode we discussed: The tension between finding work you love and having financial security;Having psychological safety before we can get to fulfillment;The things that you have to go through before being able to get all that you are looking for.We ask the question: Are you spending your time living someone else's dream?Have you set off on one path but ended up somewhere that doesn't align with your values?Can you find ways to enjoy your work even if you don't feel like you are in the right place yet. We think you can. Listen to our stories in this episode to help you turn up the joy factor in your work. If you want to get news about what is going on at MindStyling, sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.comTortoise Media  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tortoisewww.tortoisemedia.com 

Katie Vanneck-Smith is the Co-founder and Publisher of Tortoise Media with James Harding and Matthew Barzun. Tortoise is a slow media news platform that is committed to looking at what is driving the news and is built on a membership model that is inclusive and open - www.tortoisemedia.com Prior to this new adventure as an entrepreneur, Katie was the President of Dow Jones and publisher of The Wall Street Journal, where she led the company to over 3m subscribers, the largest number in WSJ history. She has previously worked at the Telegraph Media Group and The Times, where, as Chief Marketing Officer, she was the architect of the newspaper's early move to paid digital subscriptions. We discussed: How she stood strong in the problematic culture of newspaper publishing in the 1990's and 2000sHow she has developed her thick skinWhy she was locked in a cupboard by her boss early in her career If you want to get news about what is going on at MindStyling, sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.comTortoise Media  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tortoise

Sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/Polly Crook from The HOW People was straight to the point with her Top Tip:“Find your passion!”In today's new episode, Becky and Amy reflect on what has helped them find and live their passion, and what has held them back.Are you living a life that serves you most powerfully?  Or is it one designed by Society and what your ego tells you is, or is not, the right path to follow?  Why have you made the choices that you have?We talk about how you might find your passion, and the value of identifying the key ingredients to your best life.  Do you find constructing a Wheel of Life – or even a Pizza of Life! - helpful?  Or is Ikigai more meaningful for you?  Helping you to find your sweet spot for life, where your passions and talents converge with what the world needs from you and is willing to pay you for.What if the pursuit of being paid to do what you love, simply won't fulfil your financial goals?  What if you are doing something you love, but in a toxic work environment you hate? What if your clarity of thought is clouded with self-doubt, anxiety, or depression?  How can you clear the space for yourself to consciously design a life you love?During our discussion we reference a range of excellent books, and even a video, to help you take practical steps, and give yourself the clarity to: -        start to move forwards-        say no to the things which aren't working for you, and -        believe you can build a passion-filled life.Our recommendations include:-        ‘The Code of the Extraordinary Mind', by Vishen Lakhiani  -        ‘The Passion Test' by Janet Attwood and Chris Attwood-        ‘What Colour is your Parachute?' by Richard Bolles-        ‘How to get a job you love' by John LeesWe would love to hear what works for you.  Let us know on social media using the links below: The MindStyling PodcastInstagram:  www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcastTwitter:  www.twitter.com/mindstylingpodFacebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcastWebsite: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong:Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyarmstrongcoach/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoachingHost: Dr Becky SageInstagram: www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter: www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website: www.beckysage.com Lakhiani's concept of BRULES  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oq3TG2CEiWw 

In today's episode we explore the Top Tip prescribed for us by Dr. Jo Watkins of the HOW People:“One small change or decision every day”Join Becky and Amy as they celebrate how a focus on one small change each day, or getting 1% better, can vanquish overwhelm and help defend us from the perils of perfectionism.  We reflect on how continuous improvement builds momentum in business – and in sport.  -       How does breaking a massive goal down into small steps help you?-       What are the metrics that work to power your success?-       Do you get the support you need?-       And how do you pace yourself in business, so you can keep delivering the high performance when it arrives? During our discussion, we reference ‘Winning!' by Clive Woodward (Hodder and Stoughton Ltd. 2004).Sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/We would love to hear what works for you.  Let us know on social media using the links below: About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

This week we are speaking to The How People founders, Polly Crook and Dr. Jo WatkinsThe HOW People connects teenage girls between 11-16 yrs to role models, mentors, coaching and community in a unique and exciting digital membership platform. The first of its kind in the UK, content is delivered via interactive live zoom calls weekly which are recorded and stored exclusively for the members in easy to use software.We spoke to Jo and Polly about: How they turned “usual” models upside down to account for momentum and COVIDGetting the Co-founder balance The habits that keep their energy goingHow they have kept teenagers connected during lockdownHaving a winding road through your careerHow telling your story can help other people If you want to get news about what is going on at MindStyling, sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com Contact The How Peoplewww.thehowpeople.comThe How People on  LinkedInThe How People on  InstagramThe How People on  Facebook

Cat Wildman from GEC gave us a Top Tip that we love. “Never, never stop ever. So get knocked down,  dust yourself off and try again, and just keep on coming on it. If it's something that you think about all the time, and it's a real passion in your heart.“Becky and Amy discuss how they use their work ethic to push forward and be resilient. We talk about how you can never give up on the passion but get curious about the signs sometimes you might not be fulfilling your passion in the right way. There are so many ways we can fulfill our purpose sometimes we can get lost. Immense work ethic and passion have to be channeled well.Our advice is to be wise. Be wise to both your strategy and your instinct (head and heart). So that when you get to where you want to be you show up as the person you want to be. Where are you on that journey? Are you close to giving up and you need motivation and support to keep going?Are you pushing too hard in the wrong direction?Let us know by connecting below.Sign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

Amy and Becky talk about Nic Ponsford's top tip: You are not going to have all the skills you need so build a support network around you. Many of us are very independent, driven people and we have often been trained, through our upbringing to be very individual in our approaches to our work. This is an admirable trait, however, we are never going to have all the skills we need to make the changes that we want to make,  so we have to get the right network around us and learn how to pull from them. Some of the thing that can help us to do that include:Acknowledging that you can't do everythingSeeing the value of the communityBeing prepared to have  healthy debate when you do bring others inYou don't have all the skills you need, you need to draw from the communitySign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com Recommended Video: Forget the pecking order at work Margaret Heffernan https://www.ted.com/talks/margaret_heffernan_forget_the_pecking_order_at_work?language=is

We have been joined by Nic Ponsford and Cat Wildman, co-founders of The Global Equality Collective (GEC).The Global Equality Collective, an app that gives leaders all the data, information and education they need to break their own new ground in gender equality and inclusion.We discussed:How a business came out of a twitter accountBuilding a platform, launching and piloting in lockdownHow to balance high energy problem solver people with more grounded influencesGender equality in educationSign up for the MindStyling Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com About The GEC:www.TheGEC.org | @GECcollect (twitter and Instagram)

Language is a powerful tool that we have at our disposal, allowing us to: Connect with othersBuild RapportDevelop an increased understandingBut when you are an entrepreneur or leader you are constantly having to interact with people who use very different every-day vocabulary.In this episode Becky and Amy discuss the value of active listening, being brave enough to ask if you aren't sure, and the importance of thinking about language when we create inclusive environments. Alison and KT spoke about being playful with how they look at language, get curious, and ask questions. How does language affect your confidence and your role as a leader?Let us know by getting in touch below. About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

When was the last time you played? When was the last time you purposefully injected fun into your life ? We talked to Alison Cryan and Dr KT Cooper, the co-founders of A&K's Playground. They believe everyone can embrace play. You might just need a little helping hand to get started, and that is where they come in. Using intergenerational play, Alison and KT design and deliver creative and imaginative person-centred experiences encouraging people to become more open to play no matter how old they are.We discussed: The importance of play at every age and stage of your life;How to inject play into your life;How Alison and Katie are creating a business out of play;Being a co-founder and how they make it work together;Why they chose to set their business up as a CIC (community interest company);How they pivoted during COVID.About MindStylingInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com About A&K's PlaygroundInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aksplayground/Events: https://bookwhen.com/aksplayground#focus=ev-s8ze-20210213103000Website: https://www.aksplayground.com

In today's new episode we discuss Amber Probyn, co-founder of Satis Urinal's Top Tip: "Always Bring Your Own Tone"Do you ever minimise your energy because of other people in the room?If they are at a 4/10 don't match them. If you are at an 8/10 - stay at an 8/10. We talk about:

Amy and Becky are bringing their skills as educators in Cardiff and Exeter business schools respectively to discuss Hazel's top tip about being careful who you bring with you on your entrepreneurial journey. We started by talking about the topic of bringing people around you, which led us to think about:how we understand each other;how we design our teams;how to build and work in diverse teams and how to be mindful with the development of your team. Some of our tips about building your team include:If you have identified particular skills or connections ALWAYS pay attention to the values fit tool. When you talk about values - make sure that you also talk about the behaviour associated with those values. Use the probationary period well. Manage behaviours as well as outputsJoin us on our social channels to ask questions about building teams and relationships to support your business or leadership role?Sign up to the MindStylng Newsletter: https://mindstyling.group/sign-up/About Satis Urinals:Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/satisurinalsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/satisurinals/Website: https://www.satisurinals.comAbout The MindStyling PodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

Amber and Hazel chose to do a degree that included an Innovation module and, through that, they found each other and bonded around the issue of pee inequality. From that their company Satis Urinals was born.We discussed:⁠

Fab broke down asking for help into three categories: Accountability and supportHelp with something we don't knowOffloadingAmy and Becky discuss how to ask for help in different scenarios and how to overcome some of the common challenges of asking for help.About The MindStyling PodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

Fab Giovanetti is an award-winning entrepreneur, supporting people making a positive impact through their marketing. She is known as the founder of Creative Impact, a collective of hundreds of creatives making a positive impact on others and the planet. Through her community and her work at Alt Marketing School, she touched over 100,000 people from all over the world - she is a keen speaker, writer, and published author, as well as a guest lecturer across the UK.Fab Giovanetti brought her trademark energy and positivity to MindStyling and we discussed:Portfolio CareersRedirecting her career vision from music writing to marketingReclaiming your timeRecharging your batteries ad working sustainablyGetting out of your headPre-order Fab's book: https://amzn.to/3aufxE2Fab's website: https://fabgiovanetti.comFab's social accountshttps://twitter.com/fabgiovanettihttps://instagram.com/fabgiovanettihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fabianagiovanetti/Exclusive new book resources: https://fabgiovanetti.com/rytoCreative Impact website: https://creativeimpact.groupCreative Impact podcast: https://podcast.creativeimpact.group/About MindStyling Instagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

Dr Pearl Jarrett Reminded us that we were more than enough, however, we don't always feel that way. Amy and Becky discuss how to overcome our negative self-talk and find our own uniqueness and how to build the courage to uncover the diamond that is you. When you are reflecting on a situation we would like you to try writing two lists: 1. What went well?2. What could be even better?Let us know how that worked for you by sending us a message on Instagram, facebook or twitter. If you are struggling to be confident in your own opinions: Start writing some lists:1. What is your favourite film/music/food etc2. What excites you?3. What gets you fired up?About The MindStyling PodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

Welcome to season 2 of MindStyling. We have freshened up our look and we are starting 2021 with an interview to get you happy Dr Pearl Jarrett is a Multi-Award winning Disruptive Changemaker and she is the Founder and Group CEO of The Jarrett Foundation. In 2005 Pearl was diagnosed with Cancer. After winning the fight of her life, she decided to draw up a “Bucket List” of all the things she's ever wanted to do, but either talked herself out of it or allowed others to talk her out of it.  She decided that as she had been given a second chance, this was her opportunity to change the world. Since then Pearl has been going down the list and achieving everything on her bucket list, she tells us more in this interview. Pearl talks aboutBeing uniquely youPlaying to your strengthsOvercoming those voices in your head that talk you out of doing what you want to doHow sticking to your core values can lead to big opportunities. If you want to get more support from Pearl sign up here: https://bit.ly/2Ugn1BrThe Jarrett Foundation: https://jarrettfoundation.orgAbout The MindStyling PodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com 

Thank you MindStylists for coming with us on the journey with us and our incredible guests this year. To give back to you, after all your support, we have created a free downloadable pdf to give you calm and clarity:https://mindstyling.group/calm-clarity-download/So once you have listened to this short podcast, carve out 10 minutes for yourself to wrap up 2020 and look forward to 2021. Our highlights have been:All the amazing people we have laughed with and learned from on this podcast Amy and Becky have enjoyed working together and learning from each other along the wayThe impact we have had on you - this is why we do it and your feedback is so valuable to us. We would love to hear from you so please  contact us through our social channels to let us know what you would like to hear more of and how you got on with finding calm and clarity with our free worksheet. About The MindStyling PodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/mindstylingpodcast Twitter:   www.twitter.com/mindstylingpod Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mindstylingpodcast Website: mindstyling.groupHost Amy Armstrong: Website: https://amyarmstrongcoaching.com Instagram:  www.instagram.com/amyarmstrongcoaching Host: Dr Becky SageInstagram:  www.instagram.com/drbeckysage Twitter:  www.twitter.com/becky_sage Website:  www.beckysage.com