Being Yourself in Business

In this episode of the Being Yourself in Business podcast, host Sydney Fletcher introduces Reema Khithani, the founder of The Hira Collective. Reema shares her personal journey of navigating identity and displacement, which led her to become a yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner, and eventually the founder of a thriving community for heart-centered practitioners. They discuss the importance of healing, honoring traditional methods, and overcoming personal doubts to achieve success. Reema also explains the mission of The Hira Collective, which aims to support practitioners by handling their business logistics while fostering community and ethical practices. She shares her vision for the long-term impact of Hira on decolonizing healing practices and empowering underrepresented communities. The episode wraps up with practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and insights into the meaning of heart-centered work.

The Hira Collective links:

Website: thehiracollective.com

Instagram: @thehiracollective

YouTube: @thehiracollective

Pinterest: @thehiracollective

Sydney Fletcher links:

Website: sydneyfletcher.com

Instagram: @dotheheartwork

00:00 Welcome to the Being Yourself in Business Podcast

00:37 Heartworker Highlight: Meet Reema Khithani01:37 Reema's Background and Journey

04:43 The Birth of The Hira Collective

09:19 Challenges and Growth in Entrepreneurship

14:56 The Impact and Vision of The Hira Collective

18:06 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

20:18 What Heartwork Means to Reema

21:10 Connect with The Hira Collective

22:21 Closing Remarks and Personalized Support

Podcast Show Notes

Episode Summary:

Sydney chats with Tami Schweber, a mind-body coach and entrepreneur who knows all about navigating fear, self-doubt, and big life transitions. From starting her first business back in 2009 to stepping into her calling as a coach, Tami’s journey is all about trusting herself and following what feels right—even when the path isn't clear.

What We Talk About:

Tami’s Business Journey: How she went from professional organizing to freelancing, gained marketing experience, and built a business supporting solopreneurs.

Stepping Into Mind-Body Coaching: Why Tami felt drawn to this work for over a decade and how she finally pushed past fear and self-doubt to pursue her passion.

The Power of Listening to Yourself: How tuning into her “inner whispers” helped Tami align with her values and create a more fulfilling life and business.

What “Heart Work” Means: Tami’s take on following your passions, working with purpose, and staying true to what lights you up.

Tami’s story is full of practical wisdom and heartfelt advice for anyone looking to build a business (and life) that feels good from the inside out.

Final Thought:

Tami’s journey reminds us that trusting yourself and staying connected to what matters most can lead to amazing things—even if it takes time. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that’ll leave you feeling grounded and ready to take your next step.

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Connect with Tami:

https://www.theknowingwell.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/tamischweber/

In this episode of the Being Yourself in Business podcast, host Sydney Fletcher discusses the crucial role self-care plays in entrepreneurial success. Sydney shares personal struggles with overreliance on AI and the journey back to authentic content creation. She highlights the importance of self-care not as an indulgence, but as a proactive strategy for sustainable business growth, challenging the pervasive hustle culture. By prioritizing wellbeing, Sydney argues, entrepreneurs and their businesses can thrive. The episode concludes with reflective questions and actionable steps for listeners to integrate self-care into their daily routines.00:00 Welcome to the Being Yourself in Business Podcast00:41 Struggles with Podcasting and AI04:45 Introducing Self-Care as a Business Strategy05:07 Understanding Confirmation Bias06:53 The Impact of Hustle Culture09:38 Redefining Self-Care13:49 Personal Story: Struggles and Realizations19:18 The Importance of Self-Care for Entrepreneurs21:29 Reflective Questions and Conclusion

In this episode of 'Being Yourself in Business' hosted by Sydney Fletcher, we dive deep into the concepts of shame, scarcity, and imposter syndrome. Sydney explains how these emotional states are interconnected and discusses methods to unlearn imposter syndrome by shifting core beliefs from scarcity to sufficiency and from valuing perfection to valuing imperfection. Through personal anecdotes and practical journaling prompts, listeners are guided to reflect on their self-worth and begin the process of internal change. The episode concludes with an invitation to join the Heartwork Collective, where themes like money and time narratives are explored to support heart-centered entrepreneurs.

00:00 Introduction

00:35 Current Reflections

02:11 Exploring Shame and Imposter Syndrome

05:34 Shifting Beliefs to Overcome Imposter Syndrome

11:05 Practical Steps and Journaling Prompts

17:39 Final Thoughts and Community Invitation

Links: sydneyfletcher.com/the-heartwork-collective

Navigating Death Care with Emily BootleIn the inaugural episode of the 'Being Yourself in Business' podcast, host Sydney Fletcher introduces Emily Bootle, a death care educator and funeral pre-planner. Emily shares her journey in the industry, discussing the importance of pre-planning for funerals to alleviate stress and confusion during times of loss. Emily emphasizes the need for education, transparency, and humanity in her work, aiming to shift societal views on death and dying. The conversation highlights the value of mindful end-of-life preparations and the impact it can have on individuals and families navigating loss.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:36 Heart Worker Highlight: Emily Bootle02:26 Emily's Journey in Death Care05:31 The Importance of Pre-Planning09:27 Values and Philosophy in Death Care22:06 Changing Perspectives on Death27:20 Conclusion and Community Invitation

Links:

https://emilybootle.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/deathcarebc/

https://www.instagram.com/deathcarebc/

In this episode of the 'Being Yourself in Business' Podcast, host Sydney Fletcher addresses the common struggle of imposter syndrome among heart-centered entrepreneurs.

Sydney shares personal experiences with imposter syndrome in roles as a graphic designer, yoga instructor, and coach, emphasizing the correlation between creativity and self-doubt.

The episode delves into what imposter syndrome is, why it's prevalent among empathetic and sensitive entrepreneurs, and offers practical steps to work with and normalize it. Listeners are encouraged to build self-awareness, name their imposter syndrome, and respond to it with compassion.

Links:

“The Imposter Phenomenon in High Achieving Women: Dynamics and Therapeutic Intervention” by Dr. Pauline Clance and Dr. Suzanne Imes: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1979-26502-001

If you'd like support believing in yourself and your entrepreneurial endeavors and would like to join a community of heart-centered entrepreneurs, please head to sydneyfletcher.com/the-heartwork-collective

Welcome to the very first episode of Being Yourself in Business! If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or feeling like you don’t quite fit the mold of a “traditional” entrepreneur, you’re in the right place. In this episode, we explore why authenticity is your greatest business asset. I’ll share my personal journey of losing and reclaiming self-trust, and we’ll dive into how living and working from your heart can transform your business. Lastly, I’ll give you a reflective journaling prompt to help you start showing up more fully as your true self.

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I want to offer a different perspective on decision-making and why it’s important. So many of us have trouble making decisions and I think that's largely due to the way we relate to decision-making. I hope that you walk away from this episode with a deeper understanding of why decisions help us and a way to look at decisions that feels more supportive and helpful.

On today's episode I'm sharing a brief look into why I moved from a well-paying and "stable" job to entrepreneurship. I also share three key reasons that I LOVE business and why I think everyone would benefit from working for themselves. 

In today's episode we explore the creative process and its role as we create something new, whether that be a business, or any other creative endeavour. I share three stages of the creative process and how understanding and knowing these stages can support us forward.