Feeling disconnected from your body? Learn how to create safety, vitality, and lasting change.

This week, I’m joined by the inspiring Jessebel Chan from Collective Care, a personal trainer and life coach who’s redefining what health and wellness look like for women.

Together, we explore how science and spirituality can work hand-in-hand, why small, consistent steps matter more than drastic changes, and how to reconnect with your body when life feels overwhelming. Jessebel also shares her tips for navigating the fitness world with confidence, building a supportive community, and balancing business with personal wellbeing.

If you’re ready to feel more empowered in your health, find safety and vitality in your body, and step into a holistic approach to wellness, this episode is for you.

Connect with Jess on Instagram : @collectivecare_

Collective Care website: www.collectivecare.co.nz

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Branding isn’t just about pretty logos and curated colours—it’s the heart & soul of your business.

In this episode, I dive into the true essence of branding (spoiler alert, it's not just your logo and colours!) and why having a solid brand strategy is crucial for lasting success.

We cover the five powerful pillars of branding strategy and how each one supports your ability to confidently show up, attract aligned clients, and create meaningful impact.

We’re talking:→ Clear, magnetic communication→ Building deep connection→ Consistency across your brand→ Staying aligned with your mission→ Creating a foundation for growth

Plus, you’ll walk away with powerful reflection questions to help you reconnect to your brand’s deeper purpose and mission.

Book your 1:1 Strategy Call and to get clear on your businesses WHY and let me help you build a solid and actionable brand strategy.

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In this episode of Elevated Ambition, I sit down with Ngahuia Crossman — founder of branding studio Inspiring Design — to talk all things creativity, business evolution, and building a brand with soul.

Ngahuia shares her journey from self-taught designer to the heart-led and values driven entrepreneur she is today. You’ll hear how her business has pivoted with her passions, the importance of storytelling in branding, and why collaboration (not competition!) has been key to her growth. She opens up about building a team, managing creative burnout, and creating a lifestyle business that aligns with your values.

You’ll also learn how Ngahuia uses tools like Canva and AI without losing the human touch — and how she's built a community for women in business through Elevate Mind and Business.

Whether you're a creative entrepreneur, a brand-builder, or a woman in business looking for real, raw conversation, this episode is for you.

Topics we cover:

• Creative entrepreneurship and DIY branding tools

• Branding as culture, not just design

• Finding your brand’s voice and values

• Pivoting your business with your passions

• Navigating creative burnout and outsourcing

• Creating a supportive, aligned team

• The power of community and networking

• Using AI wisely in branding

• Multiple income streams and lifestyle business tips

Connect with Ngahuia on Instagram: @inspiringdesign_studio

⁠Elevate Mind & Business Community: @elevate_mindandbusiness⁠

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Connect with Sarah on Instagram: @sarahlillymedia

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As a mum and a small business owner, life can be chaotic but after learning how to set boundaries and structure my business I've never felt more calm and with a better work-life balance.

In this episode I am sharing how I structure my weeks as a business owner, working 4 days a week, by breaking my week into specific days for different tasks.

In this episode we chat about ....

• The importance of setting boundaries
• Time management as a working mum
• Creating a clear schedule
• Utilising different days for different focuses
• Using tools like Trello to enhance productivity

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Sarah Lilly is a branding coach and social media expert, helping small businesses to create magnetic content easily. Follow for branding tips, social media advice, content creation and the general how-to's of running a small business.

In this episode of Elevated Ambition, I'm sitting down with podcast producer and coach Maxene London to talk all things podcasting — from starting out, to scaling, and staying grounded in the journey.

Maxene shares her experience navigating entrepreneurship while raising a family, what you need to get started with a podcast, and how perfectionism can stall your success before you even hit “record.” She offers insights into building audience engagement, staying consistent, and making podcasting accessible without burning out.

We also chat about her upcoming podcast Wanna Podcast?, a must-listen for aspiring podcasters wanting clear, down-to-earth advice to grow a show they love.

We chat....

• How to balance motherhood and business

• • Why it’s better to start imperfectly than not at all
  • What you need to know to start or grow your podcast successfully

• Tips for audience engagement that actually work

• Why consistency > frequency in podcasting

• Tools and mindset shifts that make podcasting easier and more sustainable

  
  

Whether you're thinking of starting a podcast or looking to grow one, this episode is packed with real talk and practical gems that you can apply right away.

Follow Maxene on Instagram: @maxenelondoncreative

Work with Maxene: www.maxenelondoncreative.co.nz

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In this episode of Elevated Ambition, I chat with Shan Wildman from She By Shan, a personal branding photographer on a mission to empower women in business.

Shan opens up about her journey into photography, how she built her signature brand, and why authenticity is the secret ingredient to standing out online.

From creating confidence in front of the camera to the power of versatile brand imagery, Shan shares how she helps her clients shine. We chat networking (hello, LinkedIn!), content tools for busy entrepreneurs, and Shan’s latest offering—a game-changing content subscription service designed to keep your brand fresh year-round.

Whether you're planning your first branding shoot or looking to re-ignite your online presence, this episode is packed with practical advice, tips for acing your brand shoot, and reminders that your most powerful asset is your authentic self.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Shan built She By Shan with a mission to empower women

• The importance of niche clarity and doing what lights you up

• Why high-quality imagery makes a difference

• Tips for feeling confident and relaxed in front of the camera

• How to build community and connections through networking

• The value of embracing slow seasons for reflection and growth

• How tools like Canva and Later can streamline your content game

This episode is a must for female entrepreneurs, content creators, and small biz owners ready to up-level their personal brand with confidence and clarity.

Follow Shan on Instagram: @she.byshan

Work with Shan: https://www.shebyshan.co.nz/

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In this quick bonus episode, I’m sharing a little gem I recently discovered — the Edits app. If you’re creating video content for your biz (hello Reels, Stories, and TikToks!), this free editing tool might just become your new go-to.

We’re talking no watermarks, built-in analytics, in-app recording, and even a teleprompter feature! Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned content creator, this app makes editing feel easy and creative again.

Tune in to hear why I’m loving this app and how it could help you show up with more confidence, clarity, and creativity online.

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In this deeply personal episode of Elevated Ambition, I'm sharing my next exciting chapter of my life — baby number #2!

I'm opening up about the raw and real experience of navigating business, motherhood, and self-care during pregnancy and beyond, and answering one of the most common questions I've been asked.... how do I plan to juggle it all?

In this episode I also touch on how pregnancy is going and the differences between my two pregnancies. We are also chatting strategies for up coming maternity leave and I'm sharing a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to grow a business and a family at the same time and what is next for Sarah Lilly Media

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Are you constantly selling in your social posts? Do all of your stories and posts end with a CTA or 'work with me' comment?

In this episode we discuss the issue of 'daily selling' and why pushing your products and services non-stop might actually be doing more harm than good in attracting potential clients.

We discuss....

• Why daily selling might be a turn-off to your clients
• What kind of sales strategies might work instead
• The concept of value-add posts (offering value without expecting anything in return)

• The business mindset shift of giving vs receiving

Do you agree or disagree with this episode? I'd love to hear your take! Leave a comment below or send me a DM on Instagram.

Let's work together: Find out more about how Sarah Lilly can help you with social media management, brand overhauls, and brand coaching.

In this raw and real episode, I’m sharing the full story of how I went from crying before work at my media job… to running a 6-figure social media and brand coaching business that lights me up.

From starting an online Hilary Duff fan club at 14 (yes, really!) to self-teaching my way through blogging, brand collaborations, and eventually launching my own business—this is the behind-the-scenes look at what it really took to build a business that supports both my lifestyle and my mission.

I talk about taking the big leap into self-employment, the mental health struggles, the mum-life juggle, the overwhelm, and how all of it has shaped my approach to social media, branding, and now my new course: Socially Savvy—designed to help other women confidently step into the world of social media management.

If you're doubting your next step in business,  have ever considered starting and growing your own biz, or simply love hearing how other women in business started their own business journeys, then this episode is for you.

Find out more about Socially Savvy here

Use the code SOCIAL for $100 off the course - taking it to only $299NZD!

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