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This International Women's Day 2025, Michelle sits down with Dr. Amy Divaraniya, the brains behind Oova, to unravel her entrepreneurial journey and discuss the future of women's health. Amy's story begins in Princeton, New Jersey, and unfolds into a narrative of innovation, determination, and resilience as she overcomes traditional expectations to create a cutting-edge fertility company.In this episode of PEERS, Amy talks candidly about her unexpected foray into business, the challenges and triumphs of launching Oova, and how following your gut and unapologetically asking questions is the only way forward. Discover more:Check out Oova: https://www.oova.life/Follow Oova: https://www.instagram.com/oovalife/Follow Amy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aparna-amy-divaraniya/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYGFollow your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/Founder & funders - want to start your own podcast? Book a FREE Podcast Strategy call with Michelle: https://calendly.com/michelleakhidenor/free-podcast-strategy-call Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For most kids, punishment comes in the form of time-outs, groundings, and extra chores. But for this week's special guest, acting out meant being forced to read profit and loss statements. A childhood deeply intertwined with the unwavering entrepreneurial endeavors of his father left Sam Mahmood with a simple ethos — success is not just measured in wealth, but in the positive impact one can bring to the world.In this special bonus episode of PEERS, we're joined by Sam Mahmood, Co-Founder of S&P Ventures and The Peers Project's investor, to talk about dealing with pressure from your parents, what to do when you're not seeing results, and the meaning behind his famous phrase “Better Health for Better Wealth”. About Sam:Sam Mahmood is the Co-Founder, Partner and Chief Business Development Officer at S&P Ventures, an investment firm that provides funding and support to startups and early-stage companies. Sam also founded Surgical Republic LLC, a Medical Device company focused on Neurosurgery, Spine, & Cardiothoracic specialities and runs a weekly newsletter dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build scalable businesses.Discover more:Follow Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-mahmood-06620484/Sign up to Sam's weekly newsletter: https://better-health-for-better-wealth.ck.page/afcbccb9cbCheck out S&P Ventures: https://www.spventures.ioFollow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYGFollow your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/Learn more about The Peers Project Investment & U.S. launch: https://mumbrella.com.au/podcast-agency-the-peers-project-set-to-launch-in-us-market-this-year-816159 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to picking a career, our choice can often be traced back to the influence of family. It was the gentle encouragement of her parents to pursue what fulfilled her internally that helped this week's guest find her calling. It's that calling — to give back and make a difference — that has Bani Singh on a mission to revolutionize the way we approach mental health care.In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Bani Singh, Co-Founder of Now&Me to talk about saying goodbye to external validation, finding the right time to take your side hustle full-time, and how to get comfy with the wild ride that is entrepreneurship. About Bani: Bani Singh is the Co-Founder of Now&Me, an India-based social media platform that helps people seeking mental health support. Now&Me provides a safe space for people from all walks of life to accept their feelings and talk about issues such as relationship problems, trauma and career anxiety, through its anonymous chat option. In June 2021, Now&Me raised $1 million in seed funding led by Saama Capital and Whiteboard Capital. In 2023, Bani was featured on the Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 Consumer Technology list. Discover More:Check out Now&Me: https://nowandme.com/ Connect with Bani on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/banisinghvasir/ Follow Now&Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowandme/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They say you need a special kind of fire inside to make it as a founder. But what keeps that flame burning? For this week's guest, the fuel to her fire is good old-fashioned self-empowerment. With an unwavering commitment to giving her all, Shannie Mears attributes her success to staying true to herself and fully embracing her growth and evolution with pride — and her spark isn't going out any time soon. In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Shannie Mears, Head of Talent and Co-Founder of The Elephant Room to talk about accepting yourself as you are, how to practice self-awareness and stop self-judgment, and recognizing the power of your own voice. About Shannie: Shannie Mears is the Co-Founder of The Elephant Room, an inclusive ad agency prioritizing diversity and cultural awareness, working with brands like Barclays, Samsung, and PUMA. She was chosen to sit on the Race Disparity Audit at 10 Downing Street and curated her own events platform called Girls, Let's Talk which is about encouraging young women to connect and build. In 2023, Shannie was featured on the Forbes Europe 30 Under 30 Media & Marketing list. Discover MoreCheck out The Elephant Room: https://theelephantroom.net/ Connect with Shannie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanice-mears-frsa-41b36510b/ Follow The Elephant Room on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elephantroomuk/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you do when you can't find your dream job anywhere? The answer is: you make it. Our guest this week accomplished exactly that, and it's why she refers to herself as an accidental founder. Creating success on her own terms, Rachael De Foe isn't afraid to write her own story — and says you shouldn't be either. In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Rachael De Foe, Founder and Managing Director of Redefy to talk about the first steps for getting your business off the ground, why building the right circle of people around you is crucial, and how to carve your own path when all else fails.About Rachael:Rachael De Foe is the Founder of Redefy, a strategic communications consultancy in Singapore that helps visionary founders, startups and venture firms amplify their stories. Rachael also co-founded Fintech Angel Operators, a network that connects fintech executives with founders, and co-launched SEAcosystem, a community-led job database to help tech talent impacted by COVID-19. In 2023, Rachael was featured on the Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 Media, Marketing & Advertising list.Discover More:Check out Redefy: https://www.rdfy.co/ Connect with Rachael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaeldefoe/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to challenges, most people would rather avoid them. But for a savvy few, such as this week's guest, a challenge is a problem to be solved, and even an opportunity to transform something for the better. Underrepresentation in the beauty industry is a challenge Janvi Shah is taking head-on, and she's not stopping until every face has its rightful place in the spotlight. In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Janvi Shah, CEO and Co-Founder of Hue to talk about the pressure to succeed as a child of immigrants, finding your unique selling point, and why giving your dream a shot is always worth the risk. About Janvi: Janvi Shah is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hue, a technology company that helps beauty and fashion brands integrate UGC into their e-commerce sites to help shoppers feel represented. Last year, Hue was featured in the ELLE Future of Beauty Awards and has raised over $2 million in venture capital funding from NFX, Underscore VC and more. In 2023, Janvi was featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Retail & E-Commerce list. Discover MoreCheck out Hue: https://www.poweredbyhue.com/ Follow Hue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poweredbyhue/ Connect with Janvi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janvishah/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going it alone as an entrepreneur can be a scary thought. With nobody standing right beside you and the weight of decisions resting solely on your shoulders, it can be a pretty daunting path to go down. But if you believe you can do it, you will — that's the advice from this week's guest. And it rings true, Sneha Shah may have started solo, but now she's championing equity in the arts for everyone. In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Sneha Shah, Founder of Curaty to talk about the secret to discovering your soul purpose, the art of being still and finding a healthy work/life balance as a solopreneur.About Sneha:Sneha Shah is the Founder of Curaty, a socially conscious art advisory and curatorial firm that strategically matches early-career artists with businesses to promote well-being. Sneha was recently recognised as a 2022 Asian Women of Achievement Awards Finalist and was featured on the HERoes 2021 Top 100 Women Future Leaders List.In 2023, Sneha was featured on the Forbes Europe 30 Under 30 Art & Culture list. Discover More:Check out Curaty: https://curaty.co/ Follow Curaty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curaty_london/ Connect with Sneha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/snehashah-art/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being different can often feel like a burden, an isolating force that sets us apart from the crowd. This week's guest knows this burden all too well, having grown up in the US unable to speak English and lacking an immigration status. Being different once created big barriers in Reyna Montoya's life; but today, her BIPOC and immigrant identity is her superpower, enabling her to change lives for the better. In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Reyna Montoya, CEO and Founder of Aliento to talk about the benefits of getting to know yourself on a deeper level, conquering self-doubt, and navigating the hurdles that arise from being different. About Reyna: Reyna Montoya is the CEO and Founder of Aliento, a community organization that supports students and families impacted by the inequities of lacking an immigration status through educational initiatives, leadership development, and policy & advocacy. In 2022, Aliento was instrumental in the passing of Proposition 308, a policy endorsed by Barack Obama, that now allows undocumented immigrants who graduate from an Arizona high school to receive in-state tuition for college. In 2018, Reyna was featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Social Entrepreneurs list. Discover more:Check out Aliento: https://www.alientoaz.org/ Follow Aliento on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alientoaz/ Connect with Reyna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reynamontoya/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If there's one setback every entrepreneur faces at some point, it's rejection. While it can be disheartening, a “no” can serve as a valuable lesson and a chance for something even better. Our guest this week experienced this firsthand, as they heard the word “no” almost 100 times before finally getting a long-awaited “yes” — a “yes” that catapulted their company to new heights.In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Wenmiao Yu, Director of Business Development and Co-Founder of Quantum Dice to talk about practicing patience and mindfulness, making your own luck, and how to keep pushing forward despite the odds.About Wenmiao: Wenmiao Yu is the Co-Founder and Director of Business Development at Quantum Dice, an Oxford University spinout, that specialises in encryption through the use of quantum technology. Actively advocating for equality, diversity and inclusion, Wenmiao regularly mentors students through the Oxford Women in Business Society, and is also on the committee for New Voices in Space, a part of the Scottish Space Leadership Council.In 2023, Wenmiao was featured on the Forbes Europe 30 Under 30 Technology list. Discover more:Check out Quantum Dice: https://www.quantum-dice.com/ Follow Quantum Dice on Instagram: https://twitter.com/QuantumDiceUK Connect with Wenmiao on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wenmiao-yu-b37bba151/ Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Connect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recognise, realise, and move on. That's how this week's guest tackles the bad stuff that comes with running a business. And whilst many of us would rather avoid the bad, Madhavi Shankar would much rather run headfirst into it; because to her, risks and mistakes are what make things happen. In this episode of PEERS, we're joined by Madhavi Shankar, CEO and Co-Founder of SpaceBasic to talk about being okay with not following the crowd, how to get better at trusting your instincts, and the value of taking risks and being open to uncertainty. About Madhavi: Madhavi Shankar is the Co-Founder and CEO of SpaceBasic, an app that helps hostels, universities and student housing communities automate everyday communication and tasks to create a more connected environment. In 2019, Madhavi was named as one of the Top 60 Women Transforming India by the Indian Government and the United Nations.In 2020, Madhavi was featured on the Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 Enterprise Technology list. Discover more:Check out Spacebasic: https://www.spacebasic.comFollow Spacebasic on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spacebasicappConnect with Madhavi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madhavishankar/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYGConnect with your Host, Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the new and improved PEERS — a podcast by BIPOC founders for BIPOC founders. Join me, proud biracial Australian and Forbes 30 Under 30 Lister, Michelle Akhidenor, for soul-enriching conversations with my peers — fellow BIPOC founders. Each week, I dive deep into the personal journey of my award-winning guests and unpack who they really are at their core. I ask questions like: Where did they grow up? How has their culture helped or hindered them along the way? What is it really like to be a Person of Colour in business? All of my (and hopefully, your) burning questions answered. With every episode, my mission is to create a supportive space to help you pursue your passion and start your business irrespective of the challenges we face as People of Colour. My interviews are honest, vulnerable and above all, human and I am committed to learning right alongside you in real time. New episodes of this 8-part Season drop each and every week! Thank you for being here, peers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From waking up every day energized to feeling happy and fulfilled, there are plenty of reasons why pursuing your passion is worth the hustle. But when the grind gets tough, we need a little bit of motivation, and a whole lot of optimism, to keep us going on our entrepreneurial journey. If you're searching for some encouragement right now — don't worry, we've got you covered. In this special bonus episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we've pulled together the ultimate, inspirational highlight reel featuring 33 amazing female founders answering our forever favorite question: What is the value of pursuing what you're most passionate about?Featurette:Alexa Buckley − Co-Founder of MargauxSarah Pierson − Co-Founder of MargauxBrittany Garth-Freeman − Owner of Pinq Inc.Kaeya Majmundar − Founder and CEO of SwaypayMeika Hollender − SVP on Marketing of Nara OrganicsGemma Sole − Director of Product Marketing of IncrementalNatasha Takahashi − Co-Founder & COO of School of BotsKim Patel − COO of Break the LoveJessica Wolf − CEO & Co-Founder of SkyeAlexa DePasquale − Director of Strategy of Bullish Inc.Vanessa Pham − Co-Founder of OmsomNina Faulhaber − Co-Founder and Co-CEO of AdayMaxxie Goldstein − Founder & CEO of MEYVYNVanessa Stofenmacher − Founder of Silent OpusEva Chan − Co-Founder of Launch PopKim Pham − Co-Founder of OmsomNikita Gupta − Co-Founder & CTO of SymbaAndra Vaduva − Founder of HibooXenia Muntean − Co-Founder & CEO of PlanableYulkendy Valdez − Product Manager of Visbile HandsKim Kaupe − Bright Ideas OnlySophia Danner-Okotie − Founder of Besida LLCLiz Klinger − Co-Founder & CEO of LionessRachel Carpenter − Founder & CEO of IntrinioRooshy Roy − Founder & CEO of AAVRANISarah Chen − Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Beyond The BillionShireen Jaffer − Co-Founder & CEO of EdvoAdelle Archer − CEO & Co-Founder of EternevaShilpa Yarlagadda − Founder & CEO of Shiffon Co.Allison Lee − Founder & CEO of HemsterJenn Chin − Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer of Toybox LabsEmma Bates − Co-Founder & CEO of DiemCarly Mednick − Founder & COO of Monday TalentDiscover more: Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CConnect with Michelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They say independent thinkers make great leaders. They're confident in themselves, their problem-solving skills and the new ideas they often bring to the table. This week's guest was raised to think for herself above all else, so nothing was going to stop her from doing what she thought was best for her — and that just happened to be becoming an entrepreneur.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we're joined by Celeste Durve, Co-Founder of VIPER to talk about tackling social media addiction, knowing when it's time to grow and evolve your business, and the unexpected loneliness that can come with being an entrepreneur. Discover more: Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Viper by KCH: https://www.viperbykch.com/Follow Viper on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/viper-by-kch/Follow Viper on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viperbykch/Connect with Celeste: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celeste-durve-5935a723/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The child of a funeral director and a hospice nurse, this week's guest had no choice but to grow up surrounded by death. Whilst some may find that frightening, for Mallory Greene it was the catalyst for starting her business — one that aims to normalise grief, and help people build communities to talk about their loss. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we're joined by Mallory Greene, CEO and Co-Founder of Eirene to talk about how she built up her confidence, the importance of therapy and positive self-talk, and why going with the flow is the best way to go. Discover more: Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Eirene: https://eirene.ca/Follow Eirene on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eirene/Follow Eirene on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EireneCremations/Follow Eirene on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eirenecremations/Follow Eirene on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EireneConnect with Mallory: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryjgreene/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the walk of life, we all inevitably reach a fork in the road. A moment where we have to make a choice and decide which direction we want to take. When this week's guest reached that fork, she had two options — become a doctor: just like her parents, just like she'd always planned, or pursue the uncertain unknown that is entrepreneurship. Spoiler alert: she picked the latter and still ended up improving people's lives. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we're joined by Annie Ryu, CEO and Founder of jack and annie's, to talk about navigating difficult decisions, the first steps to take when started a business and how to find purpose and clarity when you're faced with the unknown. Discover more: Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out jack & annie's: https://www.jackandannies.com/Follow jack & annie's on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jack-and-annies/Follow jack & annie's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jackandanniesFollow jack & annie's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackandannies/Follow jack & annie's on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jackandanniesConnect with Annie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annieryu/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's be real — running a business is tough; but this week's guest is so passionate about helping people, she runs 3. No big deal. Crediting the drive that comes with being an immigrant and her upbringing in the impoverished Democratic Republic of Congo, Nohémie Mawaka is putting health and tech hand-in-hand to support her people — and she's only just getting started. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we're joined by serial entrepreneur and Founder of Aluuka, Nohémie Mawaka, to talk about how she cultivates confidence and self-love, tackles burn-out and how your mind is your most powerful muscle. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Aluuka: https://www.aluuka.com/Check out Lubembo: https://lubembo.co/Follow Lubembo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lubembo.co/Connect with Nohemie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nohemie-mawaka/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After working as an investment banker and helping other entrepreneurs with their passion projects, this week's guest figured it was time to throw her hat in the ring too. And even though her first company flatlined, Jada McLean wasn't about to let a little failure stop her from tackling the biggest crisis of our generation and creating a more sustainable world for all. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we're joined by Jada McLean, CEO and Founder of Ethically to talk about how to make the all-important leap into full-time entrepreneurship, getting back up after you fail, and finding what sets your soul on fire.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Ethically: https://joinethically.com/Follow Ethically on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Join.Ethically/Follow Ethically on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinethically/Follow Ethically on Twitter: https://twitter.com/joinethically/Follow Ethically on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joinethically/Connect with Jada: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jada-mclean-b6548873/Email Jada at: jada@joinethically.comFollow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navigating adolescence is tough, and it can be especially hard for neurodivergent people. This week's guest can relate — having been diagnosed with autism and ADHD at age 14. What she didn't know, however, was that overcoming the mental health and social challenges that many autistic youth face would not only lead her to find her people, but also her mission. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we're joined by Vanessa Castañeda Gill, CEO and Co-Founder of Social Cipher to discuss getting comfy with change, overcoming self-sabotage and the dreaded scarcity mindset, and the power of finding your tribe.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Social Cipher: https://www.socialciphergame.com/Follow Social Cipher on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialCipherGameFollow Social Cipher on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialcipher/Follow Social Cipher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/social-cipher/Connect with Vanessa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessacastanedagill/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a facilitator for student-aged entrepreneurs, it's not surprising that this week's guest is a fount of practical knowledge about growing in the independent business space. But practical lessons, like finding your people, prioritising relationships, and taking time for yourself can only get you so far. You need to learn how to find “the energy” which pushes you forward, even when it's not fun, and even when it's not lucrative.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Co-Founder of Real Work Scholars Elyse Burden joins the podcast to discuss letting some projects die, finding wellness and balance, and working for yourself rather than proving yourself to others.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Real World Scholars: https://www.realworldscholars.org/Follow Real World Scholars on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realworldscholarsFollow Real World Scholars on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realworldscholars/Follow Real World Scholars on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rwscholarsFollow Real World Scholars on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/real-world-scholars/Connect with Elyse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elyse-burden/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For Lacey Kaelani, a 9-5 work day was never the dream. And even when it was a reality, her parents were in her ear, giving her business ideas and telling her it was time to follow the dream of entrepreneurship that had permeated throughout her entire life. But for Lacey, the hardest choice wasn't committing to a less traditional career, it was the transition from whiteboard to product, a process she laments is one of the most difficult parts of going out on your own.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Web3 pioneer Lacey joins the podcast to discuss taking your internal monologue seriously, the logistics of selling one start-up and securing millions in funding for another, and the difficulties of hiring in the Web3 space.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Metaintro: https://www.metaintro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/metaintroConnect with Lacey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceykaelani/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zara Perumal has always been grateful: of her supportive parents who embraced her love of computer science, to her career opportunities earned at places like Google. But most of all, she was grateful that she got to the position to fully follow and realise her dreams by founding Overwatch Data.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Zara Perumal joins the podcast to discuss the dangers of believing your own hype, the importance of gratitude, and how learning to surf reminded her of the importance of being comfortable being uncomfortable. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Overwatch Data: https://www.overwatchdata.io/Connect with Zara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zperumal/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's unlikely “entrepreneur” was your first job. It probably took you a while to get there: keeping yourself afloat while you honed your passions and direction. But time spent learning isn't time wasted. When it came time to start her own venture, this week's guest found she'd already learned the skills she needed along the way.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Irene Liu joins the podcast to discuss the good work of Chiyo: a food delivery service that provides pregnancy and postpartum meals that combine Eastern medicinal practice with Western nutrition.Irene shares how a messy career narrative gave her the skills she needed to run her company, how COVID was a blessing for a catering service looking to hire out-of-work chefs, and how she found the ultimate fulfilment in following a pursuit that allowed her to directly help people.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Chiyo: https://wearechiyo.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearechiyo/Connect with Irene: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ireneliu17/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you help the world around you, Peers? It's a question we ask ourselves often, but the answer can usually be found right in our backyard.In today's episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we hear from Lach Baniya, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Icarus Media. While she founded her media company in 2013, she had to overcome many hurdles including responding to the crises in Myanmar, to ultimately take her business to the next level. In this ep, Lach shares how she empowers the women of Myanmar through her portfolio of digital publications, why education is the gateway to freedom, and why your Plan A may not always be what's best for you.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out GandaWin: https://www.gandawin.net/Connect with Lach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lachbaniya/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the luxury and glamour of social media. While everyone may be living their best lives, it's often not the full picture and honestly, it's not what's really important. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we sit down with Mladen Jovanovic, the Co-Founder of BindiMaps, an Australian tech startup that helps the visually impaired navigate unfamiliar or complex indoor spaces with a navigational mobile app. Mladen shares the importance of unplugging from social media, how many failures it took to launch BindiMaps, and why we should think about giving back in order to find fulfilment. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out BindiMaps: https://bindimaps.com/Facebook Page: https://web.facebook.com/BindiMapsInstagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/bindimaps/Connect with Mladen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mladen-jovanovic/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When has life dealt you a rogue hand, peers? While at the time it can feel unfair or pull you away from your current path, sometimes that seemingly random hand can lead you to great things. Today's guest Stuti Gupta discovered this when her father became ill and struggled to continue with his flailing ayurvedic healthcare company. Stuti returned to her home town with her brother and cared for both her father and the family business. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, the head of Amrutam shares how she evolved her father's company from sinking to soaring, and why community can be a tool for healing.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Amrutam: https://amrutam.co.in/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AmrutamOfficial/Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/amrutamofficial/Connect with Stuti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuti-ashok-gupta-973a23105/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a year, peers. As 2022 comes to a close and OOO email signatures are beginning to be written, we thought it'd be the perfect time for a recap. In this very special episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, TPP Founder Michelle Akhidenor gets on the other side of the mic. Interviewed by TPP's Business Strategist Kim Kerton, the duo shares the highs and lows of 2022, why they're challenging the idea of hustle and what the future of TPP holds. Don't miss this one.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out The Peers Project: https://thepeersproject.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thepeersprojectcoFollow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYGFollow on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michakhidenorConnect with Michelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When did you notice that the world isn't what you thought, peers? For today's guest, she grew up surrounded by strong and independent women. It wasn't until she was 12 years-old when she realised the impact that gender inequalities have on society. But, as a result of her upbringing, Paloma Schackert now dedicates herself to creating jobs for women in the apparel manufacturing industry.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Paloma shares the story of Co-Founding Ethical Apparel Africa, why she's committing to empowering women to become financially independent, and how she's helping to close the gender inequality gap. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Ethical Apparel Africa: https://www.ethicalapparelafrica.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Ethical-Apparel-AfricaInstagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/ethical_apparel/Connect with Paloma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paloma-schackertFollow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What helps you get through the hard times, peers? For today's guest, it's remembering that his purpose is bigger than himself. By focusing on his community and ultimately, his target demographic, Austin Martin is able to get over the roadblocks and continue his mission of helping disadvantaged kids. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we sit down with Austin Martin, the Founder of Rhymes with Reason, an Educational Technology company that helps students learn literacy through their favourite music. Austin shares why his own lack of academic motivation led him to think outside of the box, why boredom doesn't always mean you're on the wrong path, and how to think bigger than yourself.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Rhymes with Reason: https://rhymeswithreason.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/rhymeswithreason1Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/rhymeswithreason/Connect with Austin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-martin-0975b998/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you feeling a bit lost at the moment, peers? Maybe you don't know where you're meant to go next or what this moment right here is even leading to. This feeling can ring especially true as an entrepreneur. In today's episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we hear the journey of Dr. Katherine Grill, the CEO and co-founder of Neolth, a technology company that provides personalised mental health support to teens through a self-guided platform. While it sounds super impressive (and it is), Dr. Grill never envisioned herself in tech. In fact, she started out studying the creative art of painting.Hear how Dr. Grill moved from painting to art therapy, to being her own boss and helping countless teens with their mental health, in this week's ep.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Neolth: hhttps://www.neolth.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/neolth/Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/neolth/Connect with Dr. Grill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-grill-phd/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many of us, we're taught to move through the world “safely”. Get good grades in order to get a “good” job. Work hard as an employee in order to gain respect and value. But what if this traditional way of work and life is outdated? What if it isn't “safe” at all? In today's episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we hear from Stephanie Michelsen, the CEO and Co-Founder of Jellatech, a company that aims to use biotechnology to synthesise animal proteins – without killing the animals. Stephanie shares why safety is an illusion and that the only constant in life is change, how she discovered the thing that lights her up, and why there's no right time – so shoot your shot, peers.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Jellatech: https://www.jellatech.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/jellatechInstagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/jellatech.inc/Connect with Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-michelsen-b3554211b/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many times have you felt like you've failed, peers? Did you know that 20% of startups fail within their first year? This jumps to 60% if you account for the first three years. This isn't meant to be disheartening, rather, it's a cold, hard fact that we as entrepreneurs need to be aware of. One person who didn't let this statistic bring them down is Abhishek Bhattacharya, the Co-Founder of Brú Finance. and Whrrl.Abhishek started three companies before finding success in building India's first Agri-Fintech Blockchain platform. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Abhishek shares why we need to expect failure, how he gained funding for his company, and why you shouldn't go the distance by yourself. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Brú Finance: https://bru.finance/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/brufinance/Youtube Page:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOD3EuZgMKxDAUOCXFBhhEwConnect with Abishek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhib3012/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What was the way of life you witnessed when growing up, peers? For today's guest, Peter Kristianto Widjaja, his parents were self-employed.It was through seeing the freedom and flexibility they had that made Peter want to take his own leap into the world of business and entrepreneurship. In this week's episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we chat with the Founder of software construction company, Hubble about leaving your comfort zone, the reality of studying while building a business, and why you have to be passionate to make it work.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Hubble: https://hubble.build/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Hubble.BuildYoutube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3zzhQAsyl-EzJfXt4IM9fwConnect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterkwidjaja/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When do you know that it's time to step out on your own, peers? For today's guest, Kayla Castañeda, it was losing her job mid-pandemic that made her think, “When life gives you lemons, make aguas frescas.” Now, Kayla is the CEO and Co-Founder of Agua Bonita, a drinks company that sells a take on a delicious Mexican drink.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Kayla shares why there's never a “perfect” time for anything in life, how her heritage shaped her business, and why everyone can have an opinion but you're the one building your brand. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Agua Bonita: https://www.drinkaguabonita.com/Instagram Page: https://instagram.com/drinkaguabonitaConnect with Kayla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylacastaneda10/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes in entrepreneurship it can be hard to know when it is the best time to take your side hustle full-time. Sometimes you can tell and other times, it may be decided for you. That was the case for today's guest Michael Tich, the Co-Founder of HomeRoom. In today's episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Michael shares his journey of working on HomeRoom while keeping a full-time job in marketing and data science, as well as how to keep up the energy and momentum as a start-up founder.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out HomeRoom: https://livehomeroom.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/livehomeroomInstagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/livehomeroom/Connect with Michael Tich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-tich-53849b30/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While many of us struggled throughout the COVID pandemic, some industries were almost completely decimated. Today's guest is part of one of them. Sophia Aliza Jamal is the Co-Founder and COO of Pinkcollar Employment Agency, a Malaysian professional migrant worker recruitment agency with ethical sourcing and hiring practices for employers and workers. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Sophia shares how they managed a migrant agency through border closures and lockdowns, why we should listen to the voice inside us as it grows louder, and how to choose hope during the dark days. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out PinkCollar: https://hirepinkcollar.com/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/hirepinkcollarInstagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/hirepinkcollarConnect with Sophia Aliza Jamal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiajamal/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When have you turned a failure into a lesson, peers? For today's guest it was when he thought he was doing the “right” thing that a major breakthrough arrived. A breakthrough that would change the course of his life and business. In this fascinating episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Shah Rafayat Chowdhury, the Co-Founder of Footsteps Bangladesh shares how he created an organisation that's restructuring communities, his journey with experience-based charity work, as well as figuring out how to solve these big world problems.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58CCheck out Footsteps: https://www.footstepsbd.org/Connect with Shah Rafayat Chowdhury: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shah-rafayat-chowdhury/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Were you bullied in school, peers? Are you being bullied as an adult? There's no denying that bullying can have a profound impact on who we are and how we move through the world. This was certainly the case for today's guest, model-turned-filmmaker, Shreya Patel. As the only person of colour in her school in Canada, Shreya felt the cruelty of people from an early age. But rather than letting this define her or crush her spirit, she met up with the bullies ten years on as the best version of herself. Not for them, but for herself. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, the Founder of Window Dreams Productions shares how she overcame her tormentors, why your “private victories” are so important, and how she navigated white systems and structures as a person of colour. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C Check out Hand-n-Hand Peer Support's website: https://windowdreams.caConnect with Tahnee on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/imshreyapatel/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a child, today's guest Tahnee Bridson suffered from worry and anxiety. But it wasn't until Tahnee was a medical student that she really began to take note of her mental and physical health. After pushing it too far, Tahnee ended up going from a student working in a hospital to a patient, under the care of her colleagues and friends. This was just one of the experiences that led Tahnee to found Hand-n-Hand Peer Support. A free and confidential service for medical professionals who are struggling from burnout and trauma. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we sit down with the 2022 Queensland Young Australian of the Year, as she shares the importance of taking care of yourself first, how to shrug off people's opinions (particularly when in a small rural town), and why you should make a change, even when you don't feel ready to.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Hand-n-Hand Peer Support's website: https://www.handnhand.org.auConnect with Tahnee on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahnee-bridson-38b9b0112/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Too often as entrepreneurs, we can attribute our success to luck. But as this episode's guest reminds us, the road to building something that is ours is a road paved with hard work.The hard work of finishing your university degree. The hard work of accruing the skills you'll need in your professional journey. Maybe the hard work of climbing the corporate ladder, or making the money you'll need to support yourself once you take the plunge. The hard work of, in the case of Marial Lewis, moving from Cairo to Tasmania, then ascending from paralegal to partner in the legal world, before making the leap and starting her own firm, Crossover Law Group.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Immigration Lawyer Marial Lewis takes us through the challenges and privileges of a career in the world of law. The piles of work that have to be waded through in order to help your clients, and the reward of being recognised by your professional community.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Crossover Law Group's website: https://crossoverlaw.com.au/Connect with Marial on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marial-lewis/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a classic game of word association, perhaps some of the terms you most readily relate to being an entrepreneur are “adventure”, “risk” and “reward”. But some terms you maybe don't consider are “validation” and “quantifiable research”. While taking the plunge is an essential step in going out on your own, doing the work is just as essential. Knowing that your venture will succeed beyond your own premonition and dedication, that a market exists for your product or skills, and that people are willing to pay for them.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Daryl Lim Co-Founder of Augmentus takes us through the journey from stable income (pre-venture), bootstrapper, all the way to raising his first round of funding. Daryl explains how his company managed to develop its product through these various stages, and how that landed Augmentus as a world-leading, no-code robotics platform.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Augmentus' website: https://www.augmentus.tech/Follow Augmentus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/augmentustech/Connect with Daryl on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryllimyq/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Planning a podcast takes work, peers. Planning a podcast across continents and timezones, you guessed it, even more. But sometimes when you're celebrating a five-year anniversary, you gotta. In a very special edition of the Peers2Peers podcast, The Peers Project CEO and Founder Michelle Akhidenor takes us through what has to happen for an enterprise like the London Tour to come together.From finding the perfect space (The London Edition in Soho!), finding the guests, and hustling together a UK production crew, if you're willing to do the work, it can be done. But you'll need to do your research. And you'll need some videographers there to document the process.Or rather, Michelle had to do the research. In this edition, she shares her working with you, so if you're thinking about hosting a podcast, or intrigued by inter-hemisphere logistics, this episode will save you some serious time.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out The Peers Project's website: https://thepeersproject.com/Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michakhidenor/Connect with Michelle on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleakhidenor/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt burnt out, peers? It's an easy trap to fall into. Giving too much of yourself, or blaming yourself for failures completely beyond your control. When you're ambitious, like this week's guest Josephine Liang, it's hard to find time to unwind. Which is just one of the reasons it's so crucial to… go to parties! Not just to unwind, according to Josephine, but to find the people who will become your support network along your business journey.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Josephine Liang Co-Founder of Caulibox discusses how her multicultural background has informed her quest for sustainability, as well as experiencing burnout in some of her previous enterprises, and ultimately the importance of doing what you love with the time you're given.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out CauliBox's website: https://www.wearecauli.com/Follow CauliBox on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearecauli/Connect with Josephine on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephinekliang/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The third guest on the London Podcast Tour had especially humble beginnings. Growing up in regional Queensland, Doone Roisin learned to hustle, and drew inspiration from her single mum who strived to not just survive, but live the best life she could.This is what drew Doone to entrepreneurship: the chance to wake up every morning and feel good about what she is doing. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Doone talks about her journey from regional Queensland to media powerhouse and podcasting superstar. The tips and tricks she used to get where she is today, and value she gets from sharing those same tips and tricks with her enormous community of female entrepreneurs, Female Startup Club. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Female Startup Club's website: https://www.femalestartupclub.com/Connect with Doone on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dooneroisin/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many peers, appreciating that you are enough is one of the most difficult personal goals to achieve. Even if you're a first generation immigrant who attains a PhD in law, and then goes onto successfully build a brand which unifies a shared history amongst a diverse diaspora through culturally significant jewellery. Even then, you have to be conscious to not let your bad days define your business and your sense of self.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Dr Ope Adegbulu talks us through growing a fulfilling side hustle, rather than a stressful one, and the secret to prioritising your mental health when you're running a business with your sister: get a therapist, get friends who aren't in the same field, and get a cat.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Omolola Jewellery's website: https://www.omololajewellery.com/Follow Omolola Jewellery on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/omololajewellery/Connect with Ope on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ope-adegbulu-61bbb166/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

F*ck Being Humble isn't just a book, it's a global movement which is peeling away hundreds of years of repression, modesty and societal norms: the idea that certain people, specifically certain types of people, are better seen than heard. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Stefanie Sword-Williams shares the journey of starting a provocative brand in her mid-twenties, the resilience and perseverance paramount to successfully navigating criticism when you're changing the status-quo, and why she doesn't listen to the unsolicited advice of “men from Middle-America on Linkedin”.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out F*ck Being Humble's website: https://www.fuckbeinghumble.com/Follow F*ck Being Humble on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbeinghumble/Connect with Stefanie on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanieswordwilliams/Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Often when thinking about buying a home, we're so concerned with purchasing the walls and the roof that filling it with furniture is a second-thought. But what if you could create that “home” feeling as soon as you sign the papers? This feeling is what spurred today's guest, Audrey Joris into Co-Founding AFC Collection, a modern furniture leasing company. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, the entrepreneur shares the value in being a leader, grasping the gap in the market, and the importance of having people in your network that challenge you.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out AFC Collection's website: https://afc-collection.co/-Connect with Audrey on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-joris-439095137/-Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sometimes, being a dual citizen can feel like straddling two worlds. You're always two halves, identifying with both, and perhaps never fully feeling like you're “home”. However, being a dual citizen, or simply a citizen of the world, can give you opportunities and values that you'd never have otherwise. Today's guest, Radin Rahimzadeh is an Iranian-American who credits her immigrant parents and citizenship as the reason for her Co-Founding the sustainable transportation company, Fore Transit. In this ep, Radin shares how to harness the immigrant value of gratitude, finding joy in the ecosystem around you, and why we should be giving back 110%. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Fore Transit's website: https://www.foretransit.io/-Connect with Radin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radinrahimzadeh/-Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We all know that your experiences as a child shape the course of your adult life. But what if your childhood was made up by ranking systems, competition, and lack of recognition? This was the case for today's guest, Dita Aisyah. Now, Dita is the Co-Founder of learning app, Binar Academy. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Dita shares how she got out of the toxic productivity loop, why she urges people to make a difference with their one, precious life, and that it's okay for your priorities to shift. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Binar Academy website: https://www.binaracademy.com//-Follow Binar Academy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/academybinar/-Connect with Dita on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisyah/-Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

‘Taking the plunge', it's a phrase you hear often but how many examples do we have of people actually doing it? Today's guest, Talia Datt, did just that when at 22 years old she founded The Social CliQ, a marketing agency specialising in social media. Now, Talia has two businesses, creating her second business, The Content CliQ during the pandemic. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Talia shares how she found the courage to take the entrepreneurial plunge at a young age, how to keep your eyes peeled for life-changing opportunities, and the value of working for free at the start of your entrepreneurial journey. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out The Social CliQ's website: https://www.thesocialcliq.com/-Follow The Social CliQ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesocialcliq/Connect with Talia on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talia-datt/-Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever been at the forefront of something, peers? Today's guest, Amrutha Vasan, was a pioneer of using virtual reality in education settings during her studies at Stanford University. Now, she's the Co-Founder of Inspirit, a VR company providing K-12 science coursework for students. In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Amrutha shares how her experience at school led her to making education more accessible, the culture shock of living between India and the U.S, and the blurred lines around “the fallback option”. Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Inspirit's website: https://www.inspiritvr.com/-Follow Inspirit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiritvr/-Connect with Amrutha on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amruthavasan/-Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What did your childhood give you, peers? For today's guest, Liam Hardey, his unique childhood spent in elite football gave him skills in discipline, grit, and consistency. Now, Liam is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cellfion, a Swedish start-up company that's working to transition Earth to clean energy.In this episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, Liam shares why your past path can help your future, what it's like to lead a start-up that has over a decade of research behind it, and how to pick yourself up when you're down.Discover more:Start your Shopify 14-day free trial: https://bit.ly/3fuq58C -Check out Cellfion's website: https://cellfion.se/-Connect with Liam on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-hardey-758659154/-Follow The Peers Project on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3adVmYG - See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.