🎙️ Ready to embark on a journey filled with laughs and wisdom? Join host Emma Herbert and her charming guest, Kelly Hopkins, on the latest episode of Empowered as they navigate life's adventures, Slurpees and all! 💫

🎙️ Dive into this inspiring poddie chat between Emma and Karen, where they delve into the heart of determination, camaraderie, and seizing opportunities. 

🌟 Karen Brown, a top-notch pharmacy boss and ex-sporting legend, paints a vivid picture comparing life's challenges to a tough trek up a mountain. Her words are a true-blue source of wisdom, urging us to tackle life one step at a time, even when the going gets tough. Her infectious passion for both her profession and empowering athletes through safe supplements is palpable, embodying the essence of never giving up and always striving for the extraordinary. 

✨Emma's genuine awe for Karen's journey adds an emotional touch to this tale of resilience and adaptability, leaving us stoked for the endless possibilities ahead. This poddie is an honest testament to the magic that happens when you embrace the unknown—a story that'll tug at your heartstrings and leave a lasting mark on your spirit. 🌞 

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00:00 - Get Started 

01:42 - Karen’s introduction 

03:11 - Karen’s career as a pharmacist 

04:26 - Karen’s journey towards success 

06:24 - Leadership journey 

08:21 - Athlete mindset 

10:10 - Karen’s vision 

11:46 - Embodiment of being a leader 

12:16 - The Magic of Teamwork 

15:52 - Cultivating a Positive Work Culture 

16:38 - The Team Around the Bus Analogy 

20:04 - Managing diverse people 

24:13 - Taking Risks and Embracing Opportunities 

27:36 - Looking Ahead to Future Endeavors 

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Looking for a dose of inspiration and empowerment? 🌟 Look no further than this phenomenal podcast featuring Jess Torpey with host Emma Herbert! 🎙️ Their conversation is like a heart-to-heart with a close friend, as they spill the beans on their journeys filled with triumphs and epic battles. 🗣️

📍 Chapter Markers: 

00:20 - Intro Spiel 

05:04 - Jess’ Values in life 

07:11 - Talking about Jess’ career 

08:02 - Gender diversity issues at work 

11:11 - Technical people promoted to a leadership role 

12:42 - Working with their husbands from home during covid 

13:09 - Imposter syndrome 

14:01 - What do Jess’ future goals and career look like? 

15:14 - Working at the University of Queensland and her athlete life 

17:39 - What does 10 years away from now to Jess look like? 

19:07 - Insights on Jess’ leadership skills 

20:05 - Empathetic leadership 

22:13 - Unleashed Leadership Program 

24:36 - How do we make employees feel that they belong? 

25:55 - Bringing out the emotions in the technology world 

26:55 - Mental health and suicide rates in men 

28:13 - Jess’ athlete life 

28:59 - Having a support system 

31:51 - Why softball? 

35:31 - Meeting Jess’ husband 

37:01 - Jess’ Olympics journey 

51:03 - Wrap-up spiels

Join us in this episode and be eMpowered! 💪🎧 

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Dive into an enlightening conversation between Emma and Lisa where they traverse the challenges of working in a male-centric industry and emphasize the power of community and support.

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Prepare yourself for an emotionally gripping episode of Empowered as Sara Harrup shares her remarkable journey of resilience and personal growth. From running a homeless shelter to managing fear and trauma, Sara's story will evoke a whirlwind of emotions, leaving you reaching for the tissues. 

In this heartfelt conversation, Sara opens up about the challenges she faced and the invaluable lessons she learned along the way. From navigating the heaviness of her career to strategically protecting herself from the weight of societal issues, Sara's perspective on separating problems from personal identity will resonate deeply. 

Through her experiences, Sara highlights the importance of prioritising health and well-being as a foundation for success and making a positive impact. Her passion for mental health and well-being shines through, inspiring listeners to prioritise self-care and recognise the profound impact it has on every aspect of life. 

As you listen to Sara's story, you'll be reminded of the power of empathy, the strength in vulnerability, and the transformative potential of difficult conversations. Her advocacy for soft skills and the human element in a tech-heavy world will leave you inspired to cultivate your own emotional intelligence and connection with others. 

If you're seeking inspiration to reclaim your life, this episode is a must-listen. Sarah's journey serves as a powerful reminder that no matter the challenges we face, we have the resilience within us to rise above and create a future filled with purpose and impact. 

Welcome to eMpowered!  

#FromTraumaToTriumph #FindingPurposeAfterAdversity #EmpoweredToMakeADifference #CompassionOverFear #WellbeingMatters

00:20 - Intro 

03:01 - Dealing with ADHD 

04:12 - Sara’s guest talk in the Redd Business Technology Podcast 

04:36 - Sara’s career background 

07:45 - ADHD Awareness 

09:18 - Relearning story of yourself 

09:50 - Sara’s children diagnosed with ADHD 

15:45 - Relearnings of being a mother after ADHD diagnosis 

18:45 - Emma’s career as a host 

25:36 - A deep dive to Sara’s life 

25:55 - Sara as a disruptor 

26:43 - Sara pursuing her career as a nurse 

27:43 - Working as a CEO 

34:05 - Sara running a homeless shelter 

35:36 - How did Sara protect herself from those fearful moments? 

37:52 - Soft skills are not “soft” 

41:03 - Prioritizing mental health and well-being 

42:52 - Outro 

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Growing strength and a new purpose in life after extreme trauma. How Tajsha Van Den Bergh clawed her way out of an incomprehensible traumatic experience to craft a new passionate future! 

*Please have Kleenex on hand for this poddie*  

It’s not often the guest is calm, cool and collected and Emma the one in tears….. but this episode of eMpowered will have everyone in tears. Tears of shock, tears of sadness and tears of pride and happiness as you witness the incredible journey Tajsha Van Den Bergh has faced.  

**Trigger Warning this poddie discusses still born births and post natal depression** 

Should you or someone you know need love, support and guidance please do not feel alone or ashamed. Off the back of this horrendous time, Tajsha has reframed her purpose and her future and now is crafting a space for others to be able to arrive at the point in Tajshas life where she is now - giving back from her trauma experience.  

Help is out there, and our Host Emma Herbert is also a survivor. With professionals such as Peachtree parents, Lifeline and your village, please share you are not alone and do not have to struggle alone! 

If you are looking for an inspiration to claw your way back to you after trauma, this poddie is yours.  

Welcome to eMpowered!  

(00:19): Introduction and Acknowledgement of Country  

(02:10): Introduction to guest  

(04:27): How Emma and Tajsha met 

(07:58): Unpacking the past 

(09:11): Juggling the big D.....Divorce 

(10:17): Reacting to the sh!t storm of life  

(11:11): Beautiful Baby Aria xx 

(13:14): How Tajsha worked through her trauma 

(14:24): Realising Tajshas fight and plight for others from this trauma 

(16:17): Being treated like a second class citizen in hospital 

(29:58): How RitualHaus was born 

(33:31): Reflection and gratitude  

(37:14): Pride in healing 

(39:24): Outro  

If you would like to discuss any of the topics discussed in this episode or if you would like to be a guest on the show, please get in touch either via our website, [email protected] or through any of the links below.  

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The sister that Emma never had, the pillar of strength the Herbert family cherish and in a worlds collide moment, Angela Holz started her commendable career with our CEO Brad Ferris at EY.

Angela has always strived for the best things possible, has an enviable work ethic and the

If you are looking for a glimmer of hope to shine out the back of the long climb and hiccups along the way in a Big 4 world, then this poddie is for you!

It was an absolute honour to have such an incredible person in the studio, and the joy and appreciation can be felt and heard throughout! No

Stay tuned for the series of Empowered there are amazing guests on their way!

00:00:21 Welcome to

00:01:41 Introduction

00:03:56 Family

00:04:59 Angelas Career

00:06:39 Connection to

00:07:45 Strategy to

00:10:46 Hot tip for Courage!

00:12:27 Leaving a BIG4

00:14:18 Setting

00:15:07 Transition to

00:16:36 Finding your

00:17:39 Comparisonitis

00:19:26 Safe space

00:21:12 Letting go of

00:23:38 Hot tip for

00:25:22 Bouncing back

00:29:06 How to say no!

00:31:17 Unpacking the

00:34:44 Family

00:38:57 Closing out

00:40:43 Outro

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Welcome to eMpowered! In this episode, IT Queen

The first woman in Queensland to be awarded an

It was an absolute honour to have such an incredible person

Stay tuned for the series of Empowered

Recorded

00::00 Start

00:01:32:05 – Introduction to Sonja Bernhardt

00:01:44:12 – Reflection of how Sonja and Emma met

00:03:34:19 – Reflection of Sonjas journey

00:05:17:21 – Defining success

00:06:38:01 – Defining happiness

00:08:50:2 – Diluting self for others

00:11:58:15 - Courage and bravery

00:13:03:02 – Being true to your plight at the risk of losing

00:14:22:20 – Janis Joplin

00:15:32:05 - Celebrating wins too early

00:17:04:12 – Backing yourself

00:17:57:02 – Imposter Syndrome

00:18:55:07 – Making the move from Corporate world

00:19:47:23 – Single mum and working fulltime

00:20:21:11 – The mummy juggle

00:21:42:14 – Picking yourself up after a devastating blow

00:24:06:07 – The brave leap to start and grow a business

00:24:52:06 – Pivoting mid hard times

00:26:26:06 – Being not busy at retirement

00:28:13:19 – How to enjoy and age backwards like Benjamin Button

00:28:58:01 – End your life with a Big O!

00:29:40:16 – Unpacking WIT and OAM

00:31:47:23 – Services in IT

00:34:32:11 – Wrapping up and flagging that there will be

00:35:12:00 – Gratitude and love and outro

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In Episode 01 of EMpowered, your host, Emma Herbert, unpacks the intention of the series of Empowered and what the guests will bring to this series of poddies!

Emma covers a little of her story to date, some of the guests' stories to come, and overall sets the tone for what’s ahead!

Stay tuned for the series of Empowered there are amazing guests on their way!

Recorded Thursday, 19th of December 2023

00:00 - Intro

00:20 - Welcome and acknowledgment of country

00:48 - Emma intro to Empowered and intention for the podcast series

01:49 - Who is Emma Herbert, and why are we here

02:25 – Why Empowered was born

03:32 – Topics to be covered

05:19 – Intro to this episode content – Emma Herbert

06:25 – Gratitude with trauma and mental health journey

06:35 – Not feeling like yourself in your skin

06:52 – ADHD

08:03 – Repacking toolbox and knowing who I am

08:19 – Choosing happiness

09:22 – PND and unaliving

10:47 – Lessons learnt in PND days

11:23 – How to keep above the struggle

12:00 – Mummy juggle

12:23 – Daily Insurance Pill – checking in with myself mentally

13:07 – Fighting for marriage happiness every day

14:00 – Choosing to be better every day

15:45 - Outro

If you would like to discuss any of the topics discussed in this episode or if you would like to be a guest on the show, please get in touch either via our website, [email protected] or through any of the links below.

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