Don't Stop Us Now AI Edition

We have a truly international businesswoman and global citizen on the show today.Margarita Herdocia, is Nicaraguan by birth, was educated in New York, and lives in Costa Rica. She owns and runs Renaissance Holdings which operates multiple businesses based in Central America, the Caribbean, Russia and Europe.Incredibly, she’s using her businesses to further the cause of democracy in her dictator-run country of birth where she finds herself having to make decisions in the current civil unrest that have life or death implications for her staff.Margarita began - with no experience - by taking over a failing, family owned fast food and casual dining business and totally blitzed it. She’s expanded her portfolio over the years to also include real estate development, some retail, and financial asset management interests as well.In this episode you’ll hear: How a comment in her living room saw her go overnight from no experience in business, to turning around a failing business in Nicaragua Her philosophy as a leader, and how her purpose is to create what she calls ‘happy jobs’ How she takes advantage of the times when men in meetings won’t look at her - she’s often the only woman in the room Her advice for women who want to negotiate a pay riseEnjoy this episode!   Links of interest:Margarita's profile

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We’re excited to feature our latest guest, serial entrepreneur Rebekah Campbell.Rebekah has just founded and launched her third business, Zambesi, an online marketplace for career-related workshops.Prior to Zambesi, she was co founder of a well-known cafe ordering app in Australia called Hey You!Raised in New Zealand but now based in Australia, Rebekah started her career and first significant business in the music industry following a university summer holiday project she did that took off.We love this interview because it is so jam-packed with honest stories, useful tips and advice. In this episode you’ll hear Rebekah share her thoughts about: How she figures out what business to start next and, related to that . . . How she found her new purpose - one that would really last Her fascinating experience working out how to ‘own the room’ The surprise in store when she shared how inadequate she felt compared with some of her peers.Enjoy this episode with the entrepreneurial and insightful Rebekah Campbell Links of interest:Rebekah’s website including articlesRebekah on TwitterZambesiAFR Boss Monthly Column

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Welcome to our second ‘How To’ episode!This is where we choose a common theme or challenge raised in previous episodes and unpeel the topic a little bit more to give you some really practical and actionable tips and tools to try out for yourself.This week’s episode is all about Purpose, how to think about it (and how not to!) and how to go about finding your own authentic Purpose.You’ll hear Claire and Greta and a number of our guests talk about purpose in their lives and the really different ways we can all go about finding our own Purpose.Hear and learn: Why you should never worry or feel inadequate about where you are at on your Purpose journey The different ways Purpose can reveal itself and there’s not one ‘right’ way The journey one guest went on to literally visualise her Purpose Whether your Purpose can change or not Plus, a number of tips and tools for you to tryEnjoy this episode! And don’t forget to check out all the cool resources below …A video by Professor Jennifer Aaker from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, explaining how what makes us happy changes over time.Question JourneyVia Character Strengths - free online self assessment taken by more than 6 million peopleBooks we love on this topicFlourish by Martin SeligmanHow Will You Measure Your Life by Clayton M ChristensenThe Element - How Finding your Passion Changes Everything by Ken RobinsonMan's Search for Meaning - Viktor FranklFind your Why by Simon SinekStart with Why by Simon Sinek (about leadership and organisational purpose)Ikigai - The Japanese secret to a long and happy life by Hector GarciaPhoto credit (top image): Samuel Scrimshaw, UnSplashHere's another video from Jennifer Aaker's research on why Purpose is important

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Our guest today is the extraordinary Heidi Hackemer who is VP of Engagement at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative...that’s the billion dollar philanthropic foundation founded by Pediatrician and Education advocate Priscilla Chan and, her husband, Facebook’s co founder, Mark Zuckerberg.We first heard about Heidi as a leading creative thinker and someone who had founded a unique and highly regarded brand strategy agency in New York.  But then we realised how that was just the tip of the iceberg.In today’s episode you’ll hear: Why she walked away from her prestigious role in advertising to drop out and drive around America on her own for two years. How differently she thought about her career when she was in her 20’s vs her 30s. How she built a business from the ground up to optimise creativity And her passionate reaction to the stereotypes women are expected to subscribe to, especially the assumption that every woman must want to be a mother. You’ll hear how Heidi has dealt with this big life question.We really loved this conversation and know you will too. So please enjoy this episode with the gutsy, creative and refreshingly frank Heidi Hackemer. Here are a few links of interest:Wolf & Wilhelmine websiteW&W on Medium Heidi on TwitterHeidi on InstagramHeidi on MediumCZI on Facebook

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We’re super excited to share this conversation with Lindley Edwards with you. Lindley started her career working for one of Australia’s most renowned investment banks, Macquarie Bank, and then found a love of Asia when she took on a VP role with Citibank. Today, Lindley runs a corporate advisory business called AFG Venture Group which specialises in cross-border investments and transactions, particularly between Asia & Australia. She’s also Chairperson for two startups and a Non-Executive Director of a Think Tank called AsiaLink. We love the fact that Lindley is definitely not your normal investment banker… we don’t know anyone else who uses philosophy, poetry, biology, and cross-cultural intelligence as their foundation for thinking about business and disruption.In this episode you’ll hear Lindley share her wisdom about: How she thinks - or doesn’t think - about planning her career Why making mistakes can be so important How to negotiate your next pay rise How she learnt to push through fearWe really recommend you listen to this conversation with Lindley as she shares so many useful insights and great pieces of advice with us. Enjoy!   Photo credit: Giammarco Boscaro, UpsplashKeen to learn more about Lindley?Books Lindley recommends: What's in the Way Is the Way: A Practical Guide for Waking Up to Life by Mary O'Malley The Essential Rumi by Coleman Barks (Author, Translator), Jalal al-Din Rumi (Author), John Moyne (Translator) The Gift: Poems by Hafiz  by Hafiz (Author), Daniel Ladinsky (Translator) Poem by David Whyte - Start Close In - hear it here on YouTubeHere are a few links of interest:AFG Venture Group WebsiteXinja WebsiteUmano WebsiteMindhive WebsiteLinkedinPeter Drucker interviewJoseph Campbell Wiki

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Our guest this week is Singapore-based, travel entrepreneur Siew Hoon Yeoh.Siew Hoon is one of the humblest people you’ll meet. She refutes the idea that she’s an innovator and a pioneer in her space. But ask anyone in the travel industry in Asia “who is the most innovative woman you know?” and Siew Hoon Yeoh is nearly always the answer.Siew Hoon’s company Web in Travel (or WIT as you’ll hear her say in the interview) is a content and events company focused on online travel. Those in the know say Siew Hoon’s efforts to bring digital front and centre have been instrumental in helping the travel industry, particularly in Asia Pacific, move more quickly in the face of disruption. She sold WIT for an undisclosed sum four years ago but continues to run the business she loves. In this episode you’ll hear Siew Hoon talk about:- How her childhood as the daughter of a refugee in Penang, Malaysia shaped her views about the importance of community - Why it’s a golden time for innovation in Asia right now- How she thinks about building something new and innovative and;- Why it’s so important to accept who you are and play to your strengths. Enjoy this conversation with Siew Hoon Yeoh ...Want to find out more about Siew Hoon or Web in Travel (WIT)? Links of interest:WIT WebsiteWIT FacebookLinkedinTwitterTEDX video Siew Hoon refers to

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This week’s guest is the uplifting Sherilyn Shackell.Sherilyn spent the first part of her career, by accident she says, as a formidable headhunter in the UK. She borrowed millions to buy the company she worked for in her mid 30’s and grew the business to be hugely successful. As successful as it was she felt like she was on a treadmill ...earning more money to spend more money. Her physical and emotional health suffered.A near death experience in her early forties led Sherilyn on a journey to find her purpose.Sherilyn is now the Founder & CEO of the Marketing Academy, an international not for profit organisation dedicated to inspiring and developing talented stars in the Marketing, Media & Communication industries to become the leaders and influencers of tomorrow. She says these sectors have unique power to shape our collective opinions as a society.In this episode you’ll hear Sherilyn talk about:- How she liberates her decision making with the question “what’s the worst thing that can happen?”- How she has gone about finding her purpose- Why spending time with the people who will come to your funeral is crucial- And, how she lost 21kg in 2017 and used blogging to keep herself accountableSit back and listen to the human dynamo, Sherilyn Shackell! Want to find out more about Sherilyn and/or the Marketing Academy? Links of interest:The Marketing Academy (TMA) Links:TMA AustraliaTMA UKTMA USTMA YoutubeSherilyn's LinkedinSherilyn's Twitter52 in 52 Blog

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This week's episode of Don’t Stop Us Now! is with the wonderful Kate Vale, a distinguished leader in the technology and media space in Australia.Kate was Google Australia’s first employee and Managing Director, and built the Australian business from one employee to hundreds. She then did the same for YouTube. In 2011 she joined Spotify, the Swedish music, video and podcast streaming service before most of us had ever heard of music streaming, let alone the name Spotify. She grew their business in Australia to be a hugely successful brand. Clearly she has an eye for the winners and a great talent in starting and growing strong teams in the digital space. She’s recently moved to LA with her husband, a serial entrepreneur, and her two children. She’s a Non Executive Director for two prestigious tourism boards in Australia, Tourism Australia and Tourism Tasmania, and is currently enjoying a sabbatical with her family before she jumps into her next venture.In this episode with Kate you’ll learn:- How asking for help is one of the most fundamental success factors for female leaders, particularly those who have a family.- How terrifying, yet exhilarating, it was to be Google’s first employee in Australia - How she bounces back from adversity- Her strategies for feeling strong and confidentEnjoy!Photo credits: AFRHad a listen to Kate and hungry for more? Links of interest:LinkedinTourism Australia WebsiteTourism Tasmania Website

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Do your thoughts serve you or hold you back?Welcome to this first ‘How to’ episode here at Don’t Stop Us Now!This is where we choose a common theme and career challenge raised in previous episodes (or from your requests) and share the best ways to help you tackle this challenge and be your most awesome, unstoppable self!  In this episode you’ll hear Claire and Greta examine that pesky voice we all have inside our heads - the dreaded inner critic. We call it the Evil DJ.  If you listened to Audette Exel’s recent episode you may remember her epic quote about her inner critic: “Now I know, I've identified the voice, so I'd say to it, "Oh hello voice of 2000 years of oppression, I am not going to listen to you." I can never shut it up, it's on my shoulder, as it is on all our shoulders.”.Audette’s learnt a key lesson - No matter how compelling our thoughts may be, our thoughts are not necessarily facts.  Tune in now to hear: theories on why we have an inner critic what can happen if you let your Evil DJ dominate your thoughts, and importantly, learn a simple, science-based tool to help you manage your inner critic and improve your mindset.  Enjoy this episode!  Bonus Workbook If you enjoy this episode and want to get better at managing your Evil DJ, then check out the free-for-our subscribers workbook with some simple exercises for you to get even better at recognising and managing your inner critic. Signup for your Free Workbook Links and Resources of Interest Ascent of Woman on Netflix (function() {if ( ! window.mc4wp) {window.mc4wp = {listeners: [],forms : {on: function (event, callback) {window.mc4wp.listeners.push({event : event,callback: callback});}}}}})(); You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email.Don't Stop Us Now! A Full Potential Labs Pty Ltd initiative, will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you to provide podcast alerts and news via email every second week and first dibs on special events & opportunities, free career tips and news about any programs we might offer. We'll treat your personal details with the utmost care and will never sell your personal details to other companies. By signing up you agree that you are happy to hear from us via Email and Customized online advertising.You can change your mind at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the footer of any email you receive from us, or by contacting us at [email protected]. For more information about our privacy practices please visit our website. By clicking below, you agree that we may process your information in accordance with these terms.You can see our Privacy Policy HereLeave this field empty if you're human:

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Meet Tina Sharkey - serial innovator, entrepreneur and Silicon Valley legendWhat can you say about the woman who literally coined the term, ‘Social Media’ and has had numerous accolades including being named One of the Most Influential Women in Technology (Fast Company)? Tina Sharkey is a true web pioneer and serial entrepreneur. She’s been involved with the online world since the mid 1990’s and co-founded the iconic iVillage which in its day was the largest online destination for women. She created the online brands for Sesame Workshop, and has held key or CEO roles with AOL, and the massive parenting online community, BabyCenter. These days you will find Tina disrupting another sector with her much lauded and awarded startup, Brandless where she is Co-Founder and CEO. Honoured by Fast Company and Ad Age amongst others as one of the most innovative startups this past year, Brandless is changing the way you buy essential groceries and products for your home and much, much more. In this episode we chat to Tina about key lessons to date from her stellar career journey. You’ll learn: How she and her co-founder set about building Brandless and how they’re going about disrupting an entire industry How Tina has gone about thinking ‘what next’ in her career How she has juggled career and family and the tradeoffs she chose to make What she thinks really matters at the end of the dayWe spoke to Tina online from her office in San Francisco. Enjoy!  Links of InterestBrandless websiteInstagram: @BrandlesslifeTwitter:  @BrandlessTina Sharkey on social TwitterLinkedIn

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