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In this episode of Fempire Rising, host Trudy Heins, talks with Shiv Martin, founder of Shiv Martin Consulting, about the challenges of handling conflict in the workplace.

Trudy and Shiv discuss the importance of self-awareness, the role of values in conflict escalation, and provide actionable strategies for managing conflict effectively.

Shiv shares her career journey from lawyer to mediator and highlights the essential skills for conflict resolution, including breaking down the CURE framework that can be applied today.

They also touch upon the pressures women face in balancing professional and personal identities and the significance of setting boundaries. This episode offers practical advice for women looking to lead confidently and manage conflict with composure.

01:20 Meet Shiv Martin: Conflict Resolution Expert

03:36 Shiv's Career Journey

07:50 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Conflict

11:06 Understanding Workplace Conflict

15:00 The Role of Mediation

18:36 Challenges in Mediation

26:22 Early Signs of Values Misalignment

30:05 Navigating Workplace Conflicts

30:39 The Importance of Early Conflict Resolution

32:33 Setting Boundaries Effectively

34:06 Introducing the CURE Framework

36:56 Balancing Professional and Personal Life

39:43 Advice for Women in Leadership

54:39 Practical Tips for Handling Conflict

56:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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In this episode of Fempire Rising, host Trudy Heins sits down with Dr. Audrey Harvey, a compassionate vet and entrepreneur. 

Audrey shares her journey of overcoming personal health challenges, including breast cancer and ADHD, while leading her business, Rainbow Bridge, with resilience.

They discuss the importance of boundaries, the mental load carried by women, and the value of coaching in achieving business success. 

Audrey highlights the necessity of prioritising oneself to offer the best care to others and the significance of living a fulfilling life.

An insightful conversation on navigating tough seasons, the philosophy of stoicism, and embracing support systems.


01:28 Meet Dr. Audrey Harvey

04:00 Audrey's Journey Through Health Challenges

04:46 Advocacy and the Importance of Early Detection

07:54 Navigating ADHD in Business

10:42 The Role of Support Systems

13:38 Reflections and Stoic Philosophy

16:06 The Importance of Boundaries in Business

19:19 Final Thoughts and Advice for Women in Business

22:37 Quick Fire Questions with Audrey


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In this episode of Fempire Rising, host Trudy Heins, CEO of Fempire, explores the importance of saying no and protecting one's energy in business.

Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Trudy highlights how energy draining projects and relationships, termed as 'energy vampires,' can cost more than they are worth.

She shares the importance of setting boundaries, trusting intuition, and leaning into a supportive community to foster a business that brings freedom, fulfillment, and financial confidence. 

Trudy shares key takeaways including valuing one's energy, knowing that 'No' is a complete sentence, and redefining success to align with personal well-being, ultimately reinforcing that the future is female.


00:55 The Power of Saying No

01:24 Personal Experience with Energy Vampires

02:20 The Courage to Walk Away

03:49 Imposter Syndrome and Support Systems

05:50 Reassessing and Pivoting in Business

07:07 Key Takeaways and Recap

08:21 Final Thoughts


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In this episode of Fempire Rising, Trudy Heins speaks with Justine Saunders, Deputy Secretary of Biosecurity Operations and Compliance Group at the Department of Agriculture.

Dive into their discussion about redefining success, the importance of mentorship, and the power of leadership through soft power.

Justine shares her journey from policing to public service, highlighting key achievements, the significance of self-care, and maintaining values in high-pressure environments.

This episode underscores the necessity for authenticity and building a support system for women leaders, as they navigate their paths to influence and impact.

A motivational and relatable episode to give you the inspiration into the new year.


01:17 Introducing Justine Saunders

03:50 Justine's Career Journey

15:26 Balancing Career and Motherhood

19:46 The Power of Soft Leadership

23:05 The Power of Soft Skills in Leadership

23:43 Challenges of Leadership and Emotional Intelligence

25:06 Navigating High-Pressure Environments

28:46 Maintaining Authenticity in Male-Dominated Fields

33:29 Supporting Women in Leadership

37:13 Reflections on Success and Personal Growth

42:46 Final Thoughts and Advice for Future Leaders


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In this episode of Fempire Rising, host Trudy Heins, CEO of Fempire, explores the concept of reinvention not as a transformation into someone new but as an alignment with one's true self.

At 55, rather than retiring, Trudy takes on the exciting challenge of leading a global women's brand, Fempire. She discusses her journey from financial planning to focusing on empowering women to understand their value and achieve financial freedom.

Trudy highlights the importance of creating a ripple effect where individual growth leads to broader community impact. 

The episode offers actionable steps for listeners to step into their next life chapter with confidence, reconnect with their purpose, take brave steps towards their vision, and reflect with gratitude. 

Tune in to discover how you can start from experience and create meaningful change, no matter your stage in life.


00:00 Introduction to Fempire Rising

01:07 Reinvention and the Ripple Effect

02:03 Shifting Focus: From Stability to Meaning

02:33 Creating a Ripple Effect

03:08 Reflecting on Life's Stages

03:44 Aligning with Your True Self

04:01 Taking Over Fempire

05:53 The Power of Small Decisions

06:51 Key Takeaways and Action Steps

07:55 Final Thoughts and Call to Action


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In this episode of Fempire Rising: Her future her voice, Trudy discusses the essentials of building a personal brand with guest Danielle Appi.

They dive into topics such as the power of social media engagement, the importance of scheduling content, and the value of consistency.

Danielle shares her journey starting out as a personal trainer to a VA and content creator, offering practical advice for women seeking to balance business with personal life, as well as strategies you can implement today to stay consistent with your social media routines. 

The conversation also touches on the impact of menopause on professional women and the significance of authenticity in personal branding. 

If you're ready to build a business that provides freedom, fulfilment, and financial confidence, this episode is packed with insights to help you rise and lead on your own terms.


01:50 Danielle's Journey: From Personal Trainer to VA

03:10 Building a Personal Brand

04:50 Navigating Social Media Platforms

06:38 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Authentic

13:53 Consistency and Content Strategy

18:12 Engagement and Interaction Tips

19:11 Balancing Work and Personal Life

19:18 Balancing Motherhood and Adult Children

19:26 Content Strategy and Scheduling

20:42 What is and the Power of B-Roll and Authenticity

22:15 Dealing with Social Media Overwhelm

24:09 Maintaining Consistency Without Burnout

24:35 Navigating Social Media Algorithms

27:24 Building a Supportive Online Community

28:23 Outsourcing and AI in Content Creation

30:21 Personal Reflections and Advice

34:42 Empowering Women and Future Generations


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Welcome to Episode 2 of the Two-Part series of Money mindset shifts.

In this episode of Fempire Rising: Her future her voice, Trudy goes on to address common money mindset issues faced by women in business, such as undercharging, over-delivering, and cash flow avoidance. So take out a pen and paper along with your favourite beverage and make some serious notes from this episode.

Trudy helps you draw out from the 'F-me' moments we all have, where businesswomen realise they need to make changes, and provides practical steps to overcome these patterns.

Trudy emphasises that these challenges are tied to safety and belonging triggers as she breaks down actionable advice on setting boundaries, increasing prices, and proper cashflow management.

EXCITING NEWS…

If you’re in this position and would like more help, Trudy is running an upcoming Art Therapy session in Brisbane focused on rewiring money beliefs. An enjoyable way to express and change your mindset through art. Releasing old money beliefs and creating your new money mindset blueprint. 

Click here to register



01:10 Understanding Money Mindset

02:15 Identifying the Patterns

09:35 Practical Actions to Change Your Money Story

13:54 Art Therapy for Financial Empowerment

16:50 Conclusion: Stepping into Your Power

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Welcome to Episode One of the Two-Part series of Money mindset shifts. In this episode, Trudy explores how to change a learned money mindset.

Trudy goes through the concept of money mindset as an internal operating system formed by beliefs, habits, and experiences from childhood that forms one’s ‘blueprint’.

Trudy explains how the financial behaviors of parents, especially fathers can have an influence on our money attitudes as children and why this can hinder financial growth.

She shares a practical four-step framework: notice, name, neutralise, and create new evidence, to help listeners rewire their financial scripts.

She also outlines six actionable steps you can implement this week for building a healthier money mindset and practical exercises to identify and rewrite new money scripts.

Trudy highlights that with consistency and self-compassion, patterns can be changed, leading to greater financial confidence and success. 

01:07 Understanding Learned Money Mindset

02:46 The Blueprint of Money Beliefs

05:44 Personal Story and Professional Insight

07:16 Identifying and Changing Money Patterns

10:52 Practical Actions to Shift Your Money Mindset

12:10 Exercises to Rewire Your Money Story

14:12 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Welcome to Season Two of Fempire Rising: Her future her voice. In this episode Trudy engages in an enlightening conversation with Suzanne Butler, owner of Harmonising Energies and a grounded Feng Shui expert.

They discuss the power of Feng Shui in creating supportive environments that enhance clarity, confidence, and momentum for women in business. 

Suzanne explains the principles of Feng Shui, debunks common misconceptions, and shares real-life success stories from her clients.

They also explore how aligning one's home and office spaces can significantly impact a woman's business performance and personal well-being. 

This episode is packed with practical tips for women looking to rise in their fields by optimising their environments for success.

00:00 Introduction to Feng Shui and Energetic Blueprints

00:20 Welcome to Fempire Rising

01:10 Meet Suzanne Butler: Harmonizing Energies

02:28 Understanding Feng Shui Misconceptions

05:25 Classical Flying Stars: The Accurate Approach

09:38 Feng Shui for Women in Business

17:26 Optimizing Your Home Office

19:10 Understanding Your Best Direction

19:59 Boosting Confidence with Feng Shui

21:58 Balancing Home for Business Success

24:23 Outsourcing and Support Systems

25:44 Skepticism and Feng Shui

27:13 Success Stories and Testimonials

30:08 Final Thoughts and Reflections

34:22 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this episode of Fempire Rising, Trudy Heins, CEO of Fempire, discusses the distinction between vulnerability and weakness in leadership. 

She debunks common misconceptions, highlighting that authenticity and openness are important for building strong, relatable connections in business.

Trudy shares personal stories and actionable steps for incorporating vulnerability into leadership, covering topics such as asking for help, sharing learning experiences, and leading with curiosity. 

This episode serves as a guide for women ready to rise, lead authentically, and create a future where the strength of vulnerability drives success.


00:00 Introduction: Authenticity Over Perfection

00:12 Welcome to Fempire Rising

01:00 Vulnerability vs. Weakness in Business

02:08 Defining Vulnerability and Weakness

03:43 Vulnerability in Leadership

04:58 Personal Story: Embracing Vulnerability

06:32 Building a Practice of Vulnerability

07:59 Empathy and Modern Leadership

09:01 Conclusion: Lead with Heart

10:01 Join the Fempire Sisterhood


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