The Lorraine Murphy Show

I’ve followed intimacy coach Eleanor Hadley for years now, and one of my 2025 goals was to work with her one-on-one. Fresh from our coaching time together, I invited her to come on the show to pass on some of the biggest aha moments I had with her… and also to answer your burning questions on all things pleasure, intimacy and sex. Eleanor is an award-winning certified sex educator, speaker and writer. She offers 1:1 sexuality and embodiment coaching and practical sex education courses. She has also just released a new online program called Lust & Libido, which she is very generously offering my listeners a 20% discount for. Go to eleanorhadley.com/libido and use code LORRAINE! In our conversation, Eleanor and I cover: Her background and how she came to do the work she does What exactly an intimacy coach does! The most common blocks she sees women having when it comes to intimacy Her clever metaphor for how our beliefs around sex are formed The “Madonna Whore Dichotomy” and how it relates to mothers If it’s possible to regain the spark if it's gone from a relationship The importance of setting the right context for sex, and what the "checklist" is for that The concept of brakes and accelerators when it comes to desire Sex post baby - “how to give a f*ck about giving a f*ck” (exact words from a listener Q ) The top toys she recommends A book Eleanor highly recommends is Come As You Are, by Emily Nagowski.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Dear Lorraine Rapid Fire week! This week I address four listeners’ questions: This week, I’m answering these questions: Getting the confidence to be a podcast guest How to set prices when you’re just starting out Tips on navigating big life pivots Going back to work after a 22 year break Thank you so much Bec, Ina, KLC and Begitta for your questions! Standby for my next shout-out on Instagram (@lorrainemurphymentor) and I could be answering your question next time. My May Bali retreat has just TWO SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we celebrated an exciting milestone in my business - my Bold Darling Mastermind turned 3! I conceived the idea for it in a Bali cafe in September 2019… however I didn’t bring it to the world until April 2022. It has been wildly successful as an addition to my business. It enables me to help more women than I could ever have doing solely one-on-one mentoring, member retention is sky high, and it has created predictable - and epic - revenue in my business ($600k!!). In this week’s episode, I share the ten biggest lessons I’ve had in running a successful mastermind: from member experience and pricing, to inclusions and mindset. Biggest love and thanks to all our incredible Bold Darling members, the stellar experts who join us every single month, and to my team for loving on our members and helping them feel seen and cared for. Doors to Bold Darling will be opening again in August - to get on the waitlist, go to: bolddarling.com. My May Bali retreat has just TWO SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I’m interviewing a guest who I’ve been wanting to get on the show for years! Meet publishing supremo Fiona Hazard. Fiona has been in the book publishing business for over 25 years, both in Australia and in the UK, and has worked with a diverse range of authors and illustrators to help them share their stories with readers around the world. Previously Group Publishing Director for Hachette Australia & New Zealand, she is now Head of Strategy & Development for independent publisher Keeperton and a board member for Writing NSW. Fiona led the publication of my four books in her role at Hachette Australia, and I’ve been fascinated speaking to her about how quickly the publishing industry is developing, and how more accessible than ever it is to get your work published as a result. It’s an exciting time to be an author! In myself and Fiona’s chat, we cover: The biggest block she sees people having writing - and publishing - a book Whether you should just go ahead and write or decide on how to publish it first The different publishing options - self-publish vs go with a publisher (and other options in between!) What you need to get a book deal with a publisher What KDP is and how it’s revolutionising the publishing industry What kind of authors tend to do well with self publishing If it's possible to actually make money from books nowadays Which route she would choose if she was a first-time author now The resources she recommends to authors researching their publishing options The hot genres to watch in publishing To find out more about Keeperton, visit keeperton.com. My May Bali retreat has just TWO SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025 And October’s retreat has just opened: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-oct-2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show is back! This week I’m debriefing on my recent launch for my Bold Darling Mastermind. As with every launch, there were some major learnings and curve balls - which I’m passing on to you in this episode. I cover: Why I moved the launch from its usual spot The dire performance of my key lead magnet How I pivoted and reimagined the launch How well a “shoulder tap strategy” works in my business The BTS elements that made the launch challenging How my Operations Manager nailed testimonials The results we got What we’ll do differently next time I hope this helps you with some ideas if you’re launching within your business this year, or if you’d just like some juicy BTS insights on how these things come together. My May Bali retreat has just TWO SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by my Bold Darling Mastermind. This is everything you need to build a successful business… without sacrificing yourself in the process. Doors only open twice a year and they’re open right now - until Thursday 27th February. Find out more and join at bolddarling.com. One lucky new member will be winning a Bali retreat with me!! We have a monthly theme each month, and alongside a Masterclass and Tutorial with me - we host a consummate expert in that space. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing the most potent nuggets from five different experts in recent months. This is your opportunity to step behind the red velvet rope of Bold Darling, and glean some of their wisdom for your own life and business! As is the Bold Darling philosophy, we focus on a holistic annual curriculum. You’ll hear: Two genius hacks to help you get more out of Chat GPT - with AI Expert Jess Clark…. (our SYSTEMS month speaker, and now Bold Darling Resident AI Expert!) High performance coach Suzy Jacobs on the important factor we need to be aware before diving into identifying our core values (our CULTURE & RELATIONSHIPS month speaker) Interior design agency owner Emma Blomfield on the gamechanging concept that helped her scale her business with speed and ease (our SCALING month speaker) Online products guru Peta Serras on how to extract your genius to create a scalable digital product (our PRODUCT month expert) Operational expert Katie Kirsopp shares her clever infrastructure to help member iterate on their strategies (our STRATEGY month expert) You can hear from experts like this every single month! Sign up to be a Bold Darling member before Thursday 27th February.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Dear Lorraine Rapid Fire week! This week I address three listeners’ questions: This week, I’m answering these questions: How to figure out who to outsource to How to manage an influx of client demand How to set prices that are profitable but don’t piss clients off Thank you so much Sarah, Serenette and Clair for your questions! Standby for my next shout-out on Instagram (@lorrainemurphymentor) and I could be answering your question next time. Doors to my Bold Darling Mastermind are open now until Thursday 27th February. If you’re ready to grow a successful business without sacrificing yourself in the process, you’ve found your new home. Visit bolddarling.com to find out more and book a call with me. My May Bali retreat has just FOUR SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, I’m addressing a very common problem that I see entrepreneurs in my community experiencing: they’ve fallen out of love with their businesses. It’s a scary and unsettling place to be, but I promise you CAN find a loving groove with your business again! In today’s episode, I talk through five immediate steps to take if you’ve lost that loving feeling. These are super actionable things that you can start doing today to set yourself on course to a business you can adore again. Enjoy - and happy Valentine’s Day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fun and very share-y episode for you this week! To celebrate my upcoming free business training - The Bold Breakthrough - I’m sharing five of my own most recent breakthroughs today. Their sources vary, however they have each contributed to me moving forward with renewed clarity and confidence - exactly what a breakthrough should do! Listen in to hear about my breakthroughs relating to business, sex, happiness and belonging. AND! Get yourself signed up for my free Bold Breakthrough training right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/tbb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burnout is something I think most women in my world have experienced at some point - which is NOT a good thing. Today on the show I’m starting a conversation about burnout - as based on the response to my recent Insta shout-out, this is an area we need to focus more on. I cover: The specific type of burnout I see most often My own experience of burnout 5 years ago The 4 most common causes of burnout that I see with women in my community What NOT to do in your business if you want to avoid burnout (and I assume you do!) What to do if you’re already in burnout but work is super busy How to spot the early signs of burnout The immediate steps to get well if you’re in burnout This is a theme I’ll be exploring more in coming months - please DM me at @lorrainemurphymentor if you’ve got specific Qs you’d like me to address. The podcast episode I referenced is #174: How Not To Burn Out feat. Fillippa Belette. PS: As I share in the episode, my May Bali retreat has just FIVE SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a vulnerable episode for you this week! I’m in a very, very happy place at the moment and I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting on the steps, decisions and false starts that have landed me in this place. Yes there has been mucho mindset work, discovering my own spirituality, buckets of life experience (read: tough times) and more… However I realised just this week that there’s one element that has set me up to be in the place I’m in right now. In this episode, I share that element - and how you can tap more of it in your own life. This was a different episode for me, so please let me know if you’d like more like this one! PS: As I share in the episode, my May Bali retreat has just FIVE SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Dear Lorraine Rapid Fire week! This week I address four listeners’ questions: This week, I’m answering these questions: How to get moving on making goals happen Predicting how long things will take when project planning Keeping the spark alive post kids Getting frustrated with lack of progress Thank you so much Claire, Sarah, Orla and Bec for your questions! Standby for my next shout-out on Instagram (@lorrainemurphymentor) and I could be answering your question next time. My first Bold Start Challenge is happening from 20th-22nd January. 3 days with me to get momentum on your 2025 goals - and it’s totally free! Sign up here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/boldstart My May Bali retreat has just SIX SPOTS LEFT! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After talking about goal setting for the last couple of months… we’re now into 2025 and it’s time to make all those gorgeous goals a reality! I’ve got a mini arsenal of tricks up my sleeve that I use each year to stave off that so-tempting procrastination and inertia that holds so many people back from their goals. In this week’s episode, I share 10 of them with you. Some are obvious, some not so much… but all will get you closer to those goals you want to tick off by the end of 2025. I cover: How I keep my goals front of mind every year… plus some other cool ideas for you to try! The point I got wrong on this front last year - and what I’m doing differently this year The importance of socialising goals My word for 2025 The one thing that hardly anyone does when it comes to realising their goals Some things I also mention in this episode: My first Bold Start Challenge is happening from 20th-22nd January. 3 days with me to get momentum on your 2025 goals - and it’s totally free! Sign up here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/boldstart If you haven’t set your goals yet, you can still grab my Goal Setting Toolkit here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goals My one-on-one mentoring spots are already half full for 2025 - how cool! To find out more about working with me, go here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/mentoring Find out more about my Bali retreat here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hooray! This week’s episode is a Dear Lorraine deep dive. A question I’ve been getting a LOT from business owners is that they’re struggling to set their 2025 goals. So this week, I chat through the three most common blocks I see when it comes specifically to business goal setting… and what to do about them. I cover: What to do if you don’t know what to focus on The genius tip I heard on prioritising actions in business Why less is always more when it comes to goals How to set targets and KPIs How to break annual goals down… so you actually get them done The quarterly planning process I do myself and work with my Bold Darling Mastermind on The number 1 factor that will influence you hitting your goals next year Some things I mention in this episode: My Goal Setting Toolkit is available now! It includes my Goal Setting Playbook - (with extra worksheets added since last year!), audio visualisations, a goal setting Spotify playlist, my weekly Plan Success toolkit, an affirmation library, a vision board tutorial and even design templates to make your goals pretty - and keep them front of mind! $20 from every toolkit is going to Share the Dignity, a charity that supports vulnerable women in Australia. Buy your toolkit right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goals. You can join me in Bali in May next year! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025 As I share in this episode, I’ve got a very strict number of one-on-one mentees I’m bringing on in 2025. To find out more about my 3-month package, visit here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/mentoring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of every year, I sit down and reflect on my highs and lows - both in business and personally. I then sit down and record those same highs and lows for you on the show!These two episodes are my favourite of the whole year, and I know from feedback that you love them too. Next up I’ve got my personal highs and lows. In this episode I share: Our transition back to life in Sydney after living in Spain last year The two periods of total overwhelm I experienced in 2024 The “macro energy management” plan that failed on! One thing we’ve done to really unify our family unit this year How our personal finances this year contrasted with those of 2023 The totally superficial purchase I made this year that represents so much to me My word for 2025 My 4 greatest lessons personally this year I hope you find this episode helpful as you reflect on your own year, and also plan your goals for 2025. Some things I mention in this episode: My Goal Setting Toolkit is available now! It includes my Goal Setting Playbook - (with extra worksheets added since last year!), audio visualisations, a goal setting Spotify playlist, my weekly Plan Success toolkit, an affirmation library, a vision board tutorial and even design templates to make your goals pretty - and keep them front of mind! $20 from every toolkit is going to Share the Dignity, a charity that supports vulnerable women in Australia. Buy your toolkit right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goals. And… you can join me in Bali in May next year! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of every year, I sit down and reflect on my highs and lows - both in business and personally. I then sit down and record those same highs and lows for you on the show! These two episodes are my favourite of the whole year, and I know from feedback that you love them too. First up I’ve got my business highs and lows. In this episode I share: The revenue and profit growth I had this year The scary-ass risk I took with my most profitable revenue stream What went well with my team… and what didn’t! The area of my biz I struggled most with this year The event that ended up not going ahead A sneaky glance into the two new products I’m launching next year My 6 greatest lessons in biz this year I so hope me sharing my business year helps you with ideas and inspo for your own next year in business. Some things I mention in this episode: My Goal Setting Toolkit is available now! It includes my Goal Setting Playbook - (with extra worksheets added since last year!), audio visualisations, a goal setting Spotify playlist, my weekly Plan Success toolkit, an affirmation library, a vision board tutorial and even design templates to make your goals pretty - and keep them front of mind! $20 from every toolkit is going to Share the Dignity, a charity that supports vulnerable women in Australia. Buy your toolkit right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goals. And… you can join me in Bali in May next year! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ve probably guessed by now that I’m a big fan of goal setting! Each year, I share my annual goals for three reasons: To give you an idea of what a set of goals can look like For epic public accountability for me! I’m nosey and guessing you might be too ;-) In this episode, I share my goals across family, home, romance, business and other categories. I hope you find them helpful as you set your own goals for 2025. Enjoy! Some things I mention in this episode: My Goal Setting Toolkit is available now! It includes my Goal Setting Playbook - (with extra worksheets added since last year!), audio visualisations, a goal setting Spotify playlist, my weekly Plan Success toolkit, an affirmation library, a vision board tutorial and even design templates to make your goals pretty - and keep them front of mind! $20 from every toolkit is going to Share the Dignity, a charity that supports vulnerable women in Australia. Buy your toolkit right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goals. And… you can join me in Bali in May next year! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ve got a special episode for you this week! For the first time, I’m passing the mic to three guests on my recent Bali retreat to share their experiences with you. Hear from Mia, Karen and Carla as they recount their own individual journeys over the six days, including: Their “why” for joining the retreat What surprised them about the experience My favourite moments with each of them on retreat The experience of Mum Guilt when it comes to retreat Tips for pre and post a retreat to get the most out of it I think so many listeners will resonate with what these three women share, and I hope that hearing their stories inspires and motivates you to prioritise time for YOU in 2025. You can join me in Bali in May next year! Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025 Also! My annual goal setting offer is live now - and this year it’s the biggest bundle ever! It includes my Goal Setting Playbook -(with extra worksheets added since last year!), audio visualisations, a goal setting Spotify playlist, my weekly Plan Success toolkit, an affirmation library, a vision board tutorial and even design templates to make your goals pretty - and keep them front of mind! $20 from every toolkit is going to Share the Dignity, a charity that supports vulnerable women in Australia. Buy your toolkit right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're heading into my version of Christmas… aka Goalsetting Season!!   A question I get a LOT is how I do my annual goalsetting, so in this week's episode I step you through it. Goalsetting is SO MUCH MORE than rattling off a few achievements you want to make happen.  To really get the most out of it, it should be a structured process that includes reflection, holistic thinking, and specific actions that will get you that critical momentum. I've refined this process over the last decade, and I'm pretty bloody proud of it by now.   I'm fresh from my own 2025 goalsetting, so I hope what I share in this week's episode helps you with your own goals for next year.   In it, I share:  The embarrassing story of how I discovered goalsetting The specific step-by-step process I follow when setting my goals How I take stock at the end of each year The hack for helping visioning flow for my mentees (especially for those who struggle to “see” the future) Why you must understand the concept of “be/do/have” in order to actualise your goals Plus! Exciting news!!  Today also marks the launch of my annual goalsetting offer… and this year it's the biggest bundle ever.   It includes: My Goal Setting Playbook - with extra worksheets added since last year 5 year vision guided visualisation  1 year vision guided visualisation Inspiring goalsetting Spotify playlist Weekly Plan Success toolkit  Affirmations toolkit A “clear your blocks” hypnosis with Rachel Crethar  How to create your vision board tutorial  Canva templates to make your goals pretty - and front of mind! $20 from every toolkit is going to Share the Dignity, a charity that supports vulnerable women in Australia. Buy your toolkit right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/goalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the first of my new Dear Lorraine Rapid Fire episode format - namely where I blast through a batch of listener questions. This week, I'm answering these questions: How Wade and I do our annual planning together How to deal with Mum Guilt Making friends after moving to a new town Navigating overwhelm with kiddie playdates and activities NB: I dive deeper into Mum Guilt in episode 228.  I so hope you enjoy this new format, and thank you so much Bec, Sarah, Karene and Jess for your brilliant questions! Standby for my next shout-out on Instagram (@lorrainemurphymentor) and I could be answering your question next time.  Spots are filling up for my Bali retreat in May next year - find out about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show is baaack!!  After an extended break, the show is back with a zhoosh and a raft of new episodes coming your way. In this episode, I catch you up with what I've been up to, new plans for the podcast, some exciting new developments for my business… and I take you behind the scenes of my recent Bali retreat. I want to share this with you to hopefully inspire you to plan a retreat of your own (and maybe even with me!), and also to answer any questions if you've wondered what ACTUALLY happens on retreat.   I share:  The flow of the six days The team that helps me  The tricky creative challenge I had with this particular one The powerful - and super fun - healing I invented for the group  The most common themes and challenges this group had The biggest change I'm making for my retreats next year   Your next chance to join me on retreat in Bali is next year, from 26th-31st May.   It's approaching half full already (!), so if this experience is calling you I suggest you book soon.  There are both private and twin rooms available, and you can pay upfront or via a monthly payment plan.  All the details are here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bali-retreat-may-2025 The oracle cards I mention are Helen Jacobs' The Little Sage deck. I also mention my current Last Chance Flash Sale… that's only available until this Sunday 24th November.  I'm retiring my 5 standalone online programs as I'm introducing one flagship program in 2025. Before I do that though, I'm giving you one last chance to snap them up… for a crazy price of only $79!  This means you save $200-$900 per program, and if you bundle up and purchase all five, you save a whopping $2,222.  Link to purchase is here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/lastchanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by my Bold Darling Mastermind.  This is everything you need to build a successful business… without sacrificing yourself in the process.   Doors only open twice a year and they're open right now… until Thursday 26th September.  Find out more and join at bolddarling.com. We have a monthly theme each month, which kicks off with a pre-recorded Masterclass with me.  These sessions are the very best bits of what I have learned on the monthly theme, and the tips that I pass on to my mentees most. This is your opportunity to benefit from three micro-Masterclasses with me, and be a fly on the wall to life as a Bold Darling member! You'll learn: Why your energetic frequency is so critical in the manifestation process, and how to do that….  (my MINDSET month Masterclass) How I recommend every business owner sets up their bank accounts (my FINANCE month Masterclass)  Why profile building isn't necessarily easy - and how to move through the resistance that comes up with “putting yourself out there” (my PROFILE month Masterclass) You could be joining me like this every single month!  Sign up to be a Bold Darling member before Thursday 26th September. And remember: all members who join this month will go into a draw to win a retreat with me in either Bali or Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by my Bold Darling Mastermind.  This is everything you need to build a successful business… without sacrificing yourself in the process.  Doors only open twice a year and they're open right now… until Thursday 26th September.  Find out more and join at bolddarling.com. We have a monthly theme each month, and alongside a Masterclass and Tutorial with me - we host a consummate expert in that space.  In this week's episode, I'm sharing the most potent nuggets from four different experts in recent months.  This is your opportunity to be a fly on the wall for these Bold Darling sessions, and glean some of their wisdom for your own life and business! As is the Bold Darling philosophy, we focus on a holistic annual curriculum.  You'll hear: The most powerful hacks that health expert Amelia Phillips recommends to boost your energy….  (our ENERGY MANAGEMENT month speaker)  Marketing expert Tahnee Sanders on why focusing on features over benefits is one of the greatest marketing mishaps she sees business owners making, and how you can put reviews to work in your business (our MARKETING month speaker)  Human Design Guide Billie Routledge on the importance of separating out our decision making from our mindset, and a Bold Darling member's recent experience of this…  (our MINDSET month speaker)  Online sales guru Stevie Dillon on something super strategic you can do if you're not comfortable showing up on social media.. and why discipline needs to trump comfort (our SALES month expert)   You can hear from experts like this every single month!  Sign up to be a Bold Darling member before Thursday 26th September.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making his return to the show is…. my husband! Wade hasn't been on the show for quite a while so I'm excited to bring him back for a big chat post our move back to Australia from Spain.  He also answers questions from my listeners. We talk about:  What's exciting him about life right now How his business went from a multi-million dollar valuation in February 2020… to being wiped out by COVID lockdowns  What he actually does for work (I get this question a lot!) The one topic that men always want to talk to him about when they meet him  The concept of “inner honour” for men  What I see as his greatest strength  The traits he respects in other men His recommended reading and resources for men looking to level up their lives How women can support men to be in their masculine energy, and men can support women to be in their feminine energy The recent retreats and personal development he has experienced - and how I've perceived the changes in him afterwards How we manage to have time together and apart, and why it works so well for us His “one parent” policy His recent adventures in coaching other men  I hope you enjoy this conversation between us as much as we enjoyed having it. Resources he mentions: Outlive, Peter Attia Mastering the Rockefeller Habits, Chet Holmes Sell Like Crazy, Sabri Suby Mankind Project retreats Kade Fallins retreats Remember to sign up for The Bold Breakthrough, my upcoming FREE business training. I'll be sharing the five greatest blocks that I see female entrepreneurs having… and how you can move beyond them!  Register here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/tbb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've got a reflective and very honest episode for you this week! To celebrate my upcoming Bold Breakthrough training, I'm sharing my five greatest breakthroughs in my 12 years of business. Listen in to find out: The step I wish I'd taken from day 1 in my business journey How I came dangerously close to not having a business anymore in 2013 Why I always see coaching as an investment, not an expense The money blocks I've needed to work through The freakishly counterintuitive rule that's been consistent in all my businesses, and those of my mentees How - at my essence - I'm actually very fucking lazy  The biggest mistake I made in the early years of this second business The simple model that has transformed my business… and my life How your energy as a biz owner is electricity - and the pros and cons of that Why I don't buy into the idea of pure business success Some resources I share in this episode are:  Follow money mindset coach Denise Duffield-Thomas Read “A Happy Pocket Full of Money” by DC Gikandi Read the books of Florence Scovel Shinn (I loved “The Wisdom of Florence Scovel Shinn”) To access your own breakthroughs and reach that next level of success in your business, sign up for The Bold Breakthrough, my upcoming FREE business training. Register here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/tbb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm talking about one of my FAVOURITE things to do - namely, go on and host retreats!   I get a lot of questions from my community on how I approach my own time away from the busy-ness of everyday life and business, so I'm addressing them in this episode. I cover: The greatest benefits to having a retreat How to know if you're in need of one How to choose the ideal location for your retreat The importance of setting intentions  How I ensure I actually rest on retreat (this is not easy for me!) The hack that will ensure you get double the value from your retreat time Why healing isn't all unicorns and glitter  The random new things I've tried on retreats, and why you should do the same My advice to women considering going on retreat with friends or family How I keep my retreat experience alive once I'm home I hope this episode helps you if you're considering a retreat - whether that's a self-guided one, or one that's hosted for you.  I also share the dates for my upcoming 2024 retreats…. And [drum roll!] the one and only Bali retreat I'll be hosting in 2025. You can find out more at lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode will resonate with most of you business owners listening!  Ness Hartge is a VIP member of my Bold Darling Mastermind.   She has run her book-keeping business, The Bush Bookkeeper, from rural NSW for the last three years.   Just a year ago, she was in the thick of overwhelm / start-up stress / wearing all the hats… and not exactly LOVING entrepreneur life!   In her words, she was a “slave to the business”.  In October last year, she attended my Bali retreat and had some major breakthroughs that have completely changed the trajectory of her business, and her life as a result. In this week's episode, she generously unpacks those breakthroughs for the benefit of those listening who are currently experiencing those pain points.  Expect a heart opening, raw and inspiring conversation!   We cover:  The “before” and “after” of her life and business over the last 12 months The lightbulb moments she had a year ago The very first thing she did to change her situation  Establishing boundaries with clients - what she's done, how she's handled it, and the difference it has made Reviewing, and increasing, her prices  What success looks like for her now   You can connect with Ness via Instagram - @thebushbookkeeper.  You can join me for my next Bali retreat this coming October, from Monday 21st to Saturday 26th October.  There are just a handful of private and twin spots remaining.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024 And you can join Ness in my Bold Darling Mastermind from next month - doors open in September!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A very important Dear Lorraine episode this week - I'm responding to listener Elke, who says: “I'm thinking about returning to work post baby and I'm struggling with Mum Guilt.” I've taken a wider lens in my response to her, and talked about Mum Guilt more broadly.   I cover:  The importance of separating out societal-induced Mum Guilt, and our own motherly instincts My two experiences of Mum Guilt  Celebrating yourself as a mum  Women as the “emotional thermometer” of the household  How I pushed myself too hard after having Lexi I so hope this episode helps to soothe your soul and reinforce your own innate wisdom and worth as a mother. I see you! My Bali retreat is happening again in October.  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND I'm hosting my first Aussie retreat in a very long time.  Haven is happening on the NSW Central Coast in November, and Anthony is hosting a breathwork session.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I just returned from a girls' weekend in Tasmania… which was all kinds of magical!  I wanted to do an experience like this for so long, and I'm thrilled that this year was the year it happened.   Putting together a weekend like this can feel intimidating on multiple levels: emotionally (what if no-one comes?), mentally - it's so much to do!, etc. This girls' weekend I just organised could not have been more stress-free or seamless, and in this week's episode I'm sharing the behind-the-scenes tips of how we achieved that. Listen in to find out: The importance of taking the initiative What 20 seconds of insane courage can achieve My ruthless approach to dates My nerdy spreadsheet hack The most important behavioural trait when organising these things Our “sugar daddy” approach to the finances - ha! My thoughts on the modern-day epidemic of lonely women How I keep “mean girls” out of my retreats  If you're craving deep in-person connection with like-minded women, you will love my upcoming Bali retreat.  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND an Aussie retreat in November: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven  I also mention my “7 Habits of Wildly Successful entrepreneurs” ebook, which you can download for FREE here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/7habits See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longevity has become a mainstream focus in recent years, however the space has felt a bit… blokey to me.  This week on the show, I'm chatting to health expert Amelia Phillips on how we can live longer, but also better, as women. Amelia has been in the health and wellness industry for over 25 years: as a trainer, exercise scientist, researcher, nutritionist, podcaster, TV presenter and corporate speaker.  She was a cofounder of the Michelle Bridges 12 Week Body Transformation, and is a regular expert on TV, including in the current Channel 9 Show “Do You Want To Live Forever?”  She also hosts a top rating podcast called Healthy Her. Amelia and I discuss: The key factors that dictate how long, and how well, someone will live  At what age we should get serious about taking action on these factors Your life span versus your health span  The key metrics we should be tracking “Body whispers” you should never ignore  How to tackle overwhelm at getting started on your own longevity steps How to find the experts to support you  That it is possible to care for your longevity without breaking the bank You can find out more about Amelia at her website - ameliaphillips.com.au - and on her Instagram - @_amelia_phillips.  Her next Inner Vitality program is starting on 5th August! Resources that she mentions are: Peter Attia's book - Outlive The DASS 21 online test  instantscripts.com.au  My Bali retreat is happening again in October!  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND I'm hosting my first Aussie retreat in a very long time.  Haven is happening on the NSW Central Coast in November.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/havenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oooh this is a juicy one this week!!   In 2022, I met Anthony Hopson at the week-long Hoffman Process retreat.  We instantly connected and have gone on to have a really treasured friendship since.  Anthony has a background in finance, and still runs his business in that space.  In recent years, he has expanded his horizons by becoming a certified counsellor, and breathwork practitioner.  He runs mens' circles and is also planning a retreat for men later on this year. Anthony is very open about his own personal development journey, and is passionate about supporting men to be fully themselves; and have connected, fulfilling relationships with their intimate partners. In our conversation, we discuss:  His own healing journey  The "aim" of men's work His interpretation of healthy masculinity The most common challenges he sees men experiencing  The greatest fears men hold  Polarity and why it has such influence on relationships  The issues men often have with their intimate relationships  The genius tip I heard recently to help men support their partners work through problems The Rocking Chair Test What guys actually want from their partners  For those of us mothering boys, what can we do to set them up for being healthy men   The resources we mention are: The Holistic Psychologist: instagram.com/the.holistic.psychologist  The Secure Relationship: instagram.com/thesecurerelationship The Way Of The Superior Man, David Deida Dear Lover, David Deida Beyond Mars & Venus, John Gray 12 Rules For Life, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson The Gottman Institute resources    You can find Anthony and details of his mens' offerings on Instagram -instagram.com/the_urbanbroker.  My Bali retreat is happening again in October!  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND I'm hosting my first Aussie retreat in a very long time.  Haven is happening on the NSW Central Coast in November, and Anthony is hosting a breathwork session.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, I'm answering Carley's question.  She said: “I'm running two businesses and I'm so stretched. Please help!” Listen in to my response to hear my advice to Carley, including: Compartmentalisation  Weekly planning The importance of solid support Why I need an “energetic moat” in my business Energy management  My random Texas ranch anecdote (I promise it's relevant!) Why endstate and purpose is so key   I hope this episode helps you if you're currently struggling to get everything done right now.  I'm coming to Melbourne!  My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening on 31st July. Book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne  I also share that my Bali retreat is happening again in October.  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND I'm hosting my first Aussie retreat in a very long time.  Haven is happening on the NSW Central Coast in November.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've been a longtime fan of Baxter Blue blue-light glasses, so I loved this week's conversation with its founder, Aaron Telford.  He founded the business 7 years ago, using his background in product development and advertising to create one of the earliest blue-light filtering glasses.     In our conversation, we cover: Why blue light is so harmful for us, but also for our kids How prevalent blue light is (hint: it's not just your screens!) What your circadian rhythm is What he wished he'd known when starting an ecommerce business The marketing tactic that changed the game for the brand The importance of educating your market - and how he's still doing it 7 years later How he has navigated a growing business alongside his family   You can save 10% on Baxter Blue products using my affiliate code: LORRAINEMURPHYM I'm coming to Melbourne!  My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening on 31st July. Book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne  I also share that my Bali retreat is happening again in October.  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND I'm hosting my first Aussie retreat in a very long time.  Haven is happening on the NSW Central Coast in November.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yay, a Dear Lorraine episode!   This week, I'm responding to listener Carmen's challenge - she's starting a business and needs to start showing up on social media… which terrifies her. Listen in for my response to her, including: My greatest lessons from being in the social media space for 12 years Some powerful reframes to give yourself permission to show up  The 3 things I would do if I was starting over tomorrow   I also mention three exciting events coming up: My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat in Melbourne is happening on 31st July: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne  My Bali retreat is happening again in October: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 And I'm hosting an Australian retreat in November: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given that we're now (almost) halfway through 2024, I recently did a review of my goals.  In this week's episode, I'm sharing what's going well, what's going so-so… and what needs a kick up the ass to make it happen by the end of the year!  This is also a life update six months on from our transition back to Sydney from Spain.  I hope this episode helps you review and celebrate your own goals, and reminds you that it's not too late to get started on some if they haven't become a reality just yet. I'm coming to Melbourne!  My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening on 31st July - Early Bird ticketing ends 30th June.  Book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne  I also share that my Bali retreat is happening again in October - and is tax-deductible!  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm so excited to introduce you to my guest this week!   Lisa Burling is an award-winning businesswoman, Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of Australia, degree-qualified journalist, and a published author. She has over 20 years' PR experience working on some of the world's biggest brands and companies in Australia, the United Kingdom and Europe. She founded her agency, Grass Is Greener Group (formerly known as LBPR) over 11 years ago, and she's the founder of her recent startup, Mabel's World.     In our conversation this week, we speak about the huge obstacle that faces most entrepreneurs: the fear of starting something new.   We cover:  What Lisa has done to set her primary business up to free her the bandwidth, energy, time and money to start a side hustle The “birth” of Mabel's World – how it came to be The blocks she experienced in creating it  What she's done to overcome those blocks How starting something new has opened her to other new experiences  The idea of “failing in public”  How she has used journalling to overcome self-doubt   The book we both rave about is Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert - read it! You can find out more about Mabel's World: Website: mabels-world.com Facebook: Mabel's World Instagram: @mabelsworldofficial Lisa is offering a 10% discount to my listeners on any product or course - just use code MABEL10 at checkout.  Last call for my FREE Get Sh*t Done Masterclass on Tuesday 25th June.  You can register here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/gsd  I'm coming to Melbourne!  My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening on 31st July - Early Bird ticketing ends 30th June.  Book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne I also share that my Bali retreat is happening again in October - and is tax-deductible!  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I just landed back from my Bali retreat this week… and my first task was to sit down and record a juicy debrief for you, while it's all still fresh!   In this episode I share: The kind of women who came - and how they differed to my last retreat  The program for the retreat Three new elements I added this time  The pretty sizeable curveball we navigated My top favourite elements of this particular retreat Some guests passing on their greatest insights My brilliant fashion hack for retreat dressing!   You will love this episode if you've been curious about what ACTUALLY happens on retreat, and I hope it inspires you to create some retreat time for yourself. If one of my retreats is calling you, I'm doing it all again in October this year!!  You can find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imposter syndrome is something that most of us are faced with multiple times throughout our careers and lives.  This week, I'm answering Nicole's question: “How do I actively overcome imposter syndrome?” I'm so excited to answer this one, as it starts first and foremost with a couple of powerful reframes… then I get into what we can actually DO about it. I hope this episode helps you if you're currently faced with this debilitating mindset gremlin, and that you can come back to this episode in future for a little pep talk from me. In this episode I also mention: You can get a free (and signed!) copy of my Step Into You book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book  My Melbourne business strategy event is happening on 31st July - you can book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne  I'm hosting a second Bali retreat in October! All info here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bit of a different episode this week… I'm getting my beauty editor on! Several times a week, I get asked the same question on Instagram: “What are you doing with your skin? It's glowing!” As someone who has battled my skin for years (and had a 6-year career in beauty PR), this question entertains me - but I also need to answer it properly.  Hence this week's solo episode. I share the skin concerns that I struggle with, and the ten steps I've taken to get my glow on in recent years.  My skin this year is A Big Goal, so it's action stations on this front! I cover: My dream London beauty job The monthly non-negotiable that I've committed to this year The mistake that a lot of women make with their skincare regime The exact brands and products I use How I've recently found a wonder product that has transformed my skin even more The supermarket product that sorted a skincare niggle recently The makeup that has rocked my world - and it's clean! The supplements I take for my skin I hope you enjoy this step into my beauty world - let me know if you'd like more episodes like this! In this episode I also mention: You can get a free (and signed!) copy of my Step Into You book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book  My Melbourne business strategy event is happening on 31st July - you can book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne  I'm hosting a second Bali retreat in October! All info here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024 PS: iKOU is offering my listeners a 10% discount on makeup (and any other products!) until INSERT DATE.  Just use code LORRAINELOVESIKOU at checkout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alcohol seems to walk hand in hand for the modern experience as a woman - I've experienced this myself, with my friends, and with my mentees.  Alcohol in our society is seen as the cure-all: it helps relieve stress, is a way to celebrate, and helps us connect with others.  But what about the downsides? Sarah Rusbatch is an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, Menopause Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker and host of a community of over 20,000 women. She has been featured in publications such as ABC News, MamaMia, Body & Soul, Women's Health, The Sunday Times and is a regular media commentator on Channel 9. Sarah has supported thousands to change their relationship with alcohol, and recently published her first book, Beyond Booze: How To Create A Life You Love Alcohol-Free.  In our conversation, she shares her story with alcohol and what she has learned about it in the process, including: What Grey Area Drinking is, and how someone knows if they fall into this category Why she believes Alcohol Use Disorder in women has increased over 80% in the last 30 years Why women are more vulnerable than men to the health risks of alcohol The greatest benefits and the biggest changes for her and the women she works with in choosing to go alcohol free Why alcohol is “the only drug we have to justify not taking" Her advice on navigating socialising and friendships without alcohol  Her biggest tips for anyone wanting to change their own relationship with alcohol To find out more about Sarah's work, visit her website at sarahrusbatch.com or find her on Instagram - @sarahrusbatch.  You can find her book, Beyond Booze, in all good bookstores and as an ebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every time I do a shout-out for Dear Lorraine requests, I get this question several times: “How do I blend work and family thing?” This week on the show, I answer it! You might be expecting a step-by-step guide… which this episode isn't. I start by sharing some raw moments from my own recent experiences, then I identify the specific areas that I find most challenging when it comes to blending my business and family…. And THEN I get into the things that help me in this area.  If you'd like to dive deeper into this space with me, you'll love my third book Baby, You're Remarkable.  And staying on books, for the month of May I'm giving away FREE signed copies of my fourth book, Step Into You.  You just need to pay for postage!  Get your copy here and I'll pop it in the mail for you: lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've gotten to walk alongside several mentees as they started their first business, and I've never seen someone's first year be so stupendously successful and textbook as the one Kat Wellum-Kent just had.   Kat had been in my world for several years when we embarked on mentoring as she was deciding whether or not to leave her corporate accountancy career to start her own business.     Spoiler alert: she did, and it was awesome!  And she did this with pretty challenging personal circumstances.    In our conversation, we unpack her Year 1 experience - what worked, what could have gone better… and whether the reality of having her own business marries up to the vision she had for it.   She also shares: The moment she knew she was going to go for it  What most excited her about the prospect of having her own biz …And what terrified her! The very first 3 steps she took in starting How she navigated a start-up and solo parenting for 6 months  Why sales isn't sales to her Her support team and how she decided who to hire and when What she did to conquer self-doubt and all the other start-up mindset blocks One thing she'd say to someone working in corporate who's thinking about starting their own business   You can find out more about Kat's business at fractionalfinance.co.uk or on Instagram - @fractionalfinance.    Resources Kat mentions are: Michelle Kvello's Corporate To Consultant program: michellekvello.com Jacqui Prydie kinesiology: jacquiprydiemethod.com/ Rapid Transformation Therapy: rtt.com    And if you'd like to join my Bali retreat, you can still squeeze in! lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It surprises me how many questions I get about the tech I use - so in this week's episode I'm sharing the full round-up: what devices change my world in my business, at home… and those that help in both spheres.   Listen in to hear about the gadgets that save me time, make me more efficient, and even boost my energy! For ease I've shared links to each device at this link: lorrainemurphy.com.au/tech   As I mention in this episode… There are just TWO spots left for my Bali retreat in May - find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024   I'm coming to Brisbane!  My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening on Friday 10th May: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-brisbaneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've got a whole raft of new listener challenges to respond to in Dear Lorraine episodes, hooray!   Today I'm addressing this problem: “I really want to take the next step and grow my business, but I'm already overwhelmed.  How can I possibly take this next step?!” I LOVE this question, as I've experienced this myself many times… and mentoring many a  mentee through it too.   Listen in to hear my response, including: The simple reason we get scared about growth The reframe on risk that has served me well over the years  Busting the myth that a bigger business = bigger stress   I hope this episode helps you next time you're struck with growth overwhelm.   As I mention in this episode… There are just TWO spots left for my Bali retreat in May - find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 I'm coming to Brisbane!  My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening on Friday 10th May: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-brisbane I have a couple of spots for one-on-one mentoring opening from June.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/mentoringSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I just wrapped the launch for my Bold Darling Mastermind…. And the experience changed my life.     For the first time, it was easeful!  And fun!   This was my fifth time launching Bold Darling, and probably my fifteenth launch overall.  So I've learned a lot by now.   In this week's episode, I share a debrief of this most recent launch - what worked, what could have gone better… and the specific results we got.   Listen to find out about: The new approach that gamechanged our team dynamic during launch How we gave the Bold Darling branding a zhoosh  The epic bonus that hugely increased upfront payments The personal steps I took to keep my mindset and energy sky-high for the launch The exact tech I used during the launch The one area that fared dismally… and how we're going to improve on it next time!   I so hope you enjoy this debrief - whether you're actively launching in your business right now, it's something you're planning… or if you're just curious to know how these things work.   As I mention in the episode:   My Bold Brilliance Strategy Retreat is happening in Brisbane on 10th May.  Book your spot here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-brisbane   There are just TWO SPOTS left for my Bali retreat in May.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by my Bold Darling Mastermind, which is two years old now!  Doors only open twice a year and they're open right now… until Wednesday 27th March.  Find out more and join here: bolddarling.com    I've gotten to mentor thousands of entrepreneurs now, and what I wanted to do for this week's episode is to distil what the most successful of those mentees are doing to achieve whatever their version of success is.     Whether success for you is dramatically increased revenue, more time freedom in your business, or having more impact, I promise the secrets I share today will help you get there!   I discuss: The absolute prerequisite for success  The most important system to consider in any business (it might surprise you) A nugget from one of our Bold Darling experts that I wish every woman in business could know How I fell in love with sales The message I received recently from a mentee's husband Why outsourcing is easier now than ever before   Some resources I mention in the episode are: My first book Remarkability My second book Get Remarkably Organised (it's also an audio book that you can listen to for free if you're a Spotify Premium subscriber!) Abbie White and her business Sales Redefined See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by my Bold Darling Mastermind, which is two years old now!  Doors only open twice a year and they're open right now… until Wednesday 27th March.  Find out more and join at bolddarling.com.   Each month in my Bold Darling Mastermind, we host an expert in their space.   In this week's episode, I'm sharing the most potent nuggets from five different experts in recent months.    This is your opportunity to be a fly on the wall for these Bold Darling sessions, and glean some of their wisdom for your own life and business!   As is the Bold Darling philosophy, we focus on a holistic annual curriculum.  You'll hear: Why founder of Millionaire Girl's Club, Jill Stanton, believes “expanders” are the key to success (our SCALING UP month speaker)  The simple communication framework that Lucy Beytagh, founder of The LKB Agency and Calm Communication, recommends (our COMMUNICATION month speaker)  Dr. Gina Cleo on why instead of focusing on reducing self-sabotage, we should focus instead on self-efficacy  (our GOALSETTING & HABITS month speaker)  The key step in unlocking our own inner resilience, with Dr. Sascha Kowalenko (our MINDSET month expert) The three nutrients naturopath Emma Sutherland says every female entrepreneur should be taking - for hormonal balance and to reduce anxiety (our WELLBEING & STRESS MANAGEMENT month speaker)    You can hear from experts like this every single month!  Sign up to be a Bold Darling member before Wednesday 27th March.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ooh this is a juicy episode this week!     Laura Press is an online, results-orientated marriage and relationship counsellor, who has recently featured on Channel 7's The Morning Show and is a regular guest on ABC Sunshine Coast radio. Her professional and tailored approach has successfully helped hundreds of clients resolve relationship issues.  She's also a longtime Bold Darling member!    A core tenet of Bold Darling is holistic success in life - there's no point in having a successful business if your health, home or relationships with loved ones are in the toilet…   Laura and I discuss: What percentage of her clients on average have their own businesses - this surprised me The impact on women (and their businesses) when a relationship isn't fulfilling  Her simple tip to help her husband feel seen - I don't know why I didn't think of this before! Her mini script to help reassure your partner when work gets busy  Depolarisation and how it affects relationships   The difficult discussions around money and risk that businesses can require for a couple  How sex impacts connection (and my experiment from the night before - ha!) Her non-negotiables for a happy relationship  What phubbing is and how to deal with it  The importance of curiosity in relationships   To find out more about Laura's work, visit her website - laurapresscounselling.com.au - and find her on Instagram - @laurapresscounselling.  You can listen to her Relationships Turned On podcast wherever you get your podcasts.  She's also just announced couples' retreats - I've seen what she's planning, and wow…   In this episode I also invite you to join my Bold Breakthrough training.  Having mentored thousands of female entrepreneurs now, I've got a very clear picture on what the most common - and frustrating - blocks are that hold them back.     In this FREE Masterclass, I'll be identifying those blocks, and how you can move past them to the business of your dreams.   Save your spot right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/tbb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are obviously lots of “hard” skills we talk about when it comes to growing a business: sales, marketing, operations, admin… It's a pretty long list!     But there are also several “soft” skills that are essential in entrepreneurship; many of which are often overlooked.   In this week's episode, I identify the three skills that are absolutely critical to help you achieve your business goals - in a sustainable way for you as the founder.   I cover: The factors influencing the need for more of these soft skills in business The feminine quality that's an absolute business superpower The practice I'm currently using to help me tap into my intuition (It's so simple!  Yet powerful!) The negative impact of putting off key decisions Tools that can help you make faster and more effective decisions A “resilience tank”... and why you need to be prioritising yours    In this episode I also invite you to join my Bold Breakthrough training.  Having mentored thousands of female entrepreneurs now, I've got a very clear picture on what the most common - and frustrating - blocks are that hold them back.     In this FREE Masterclass, I'll be identifying those blocks, and how you can move past them to the business of your dreams.   Save your spot right here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/tbb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time is probably THE biggest challenge that I see my community having - and it came back yet again when I invited requests for this new season of the show!     In a different style of episode, this week I pose five questions to help you uncover where your challenges around time might be coming from.  Along with, of course, some tips and ideas on what you can do in that particular area relating to time including:  How to layer in more (or maybe some!) support at home  A topline guide on how I structure my weekdays How to ease the burden of weekly planning The two weekly commitments that are helping me go into the weekends more rested   In this episode I also mention my upcoming retreat to BALI!! It's happening 27th May - 1st June and it will be six days / five nights of life changing bliss.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024.  There are only 6 spots left, and a couple of private rooms remaining.    Also coming up is doors opening for my Bold Darling Mastermind… and a Brisbane event in May!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm very excited for this week's episode, as we dive deep into the parenting universe with Jaclyn Carlson, a certified Mother Mentor, Parent Coach, and Matrescence Facilitator. Jaclyn brings a deeply compassionate and mother-centric approach to her work, understanding the profound impact, challenges, and extraordinary strengths that motherhood offers women steering their own businesses.   In our chat, Jaclyn shares her own experiences of the parenting and business blend, as well as many 'aha' moments and insights that will pave the way for a more connected, conscious approach to raising our little humans.   We cover:  Her background and how she felt called to make the pivot she has   What a mother mentor/parenting coach actually does What she has found the singularly most challenging part of the parenting/business blend (I share mine here too) The concept of matrescence, and how it can be a double whammy for business owners Why parenting can actually be your superpower in business (I loved this point she made!) The impact of our own childhoods and how we can break generational cycles with our own children Self-silencing and the future risk it creates  The number 1 goal parents should be focusing on  Her tips on nervous system regulation - especially in the midst of a meltdown (kids and our own!)   You can find out more about Jaclyn's work on her website - jaclyncarlson.com and on Instagram - @blogsociety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.