FINDING YOUR GOLD

While working in fashion in New York, I had a short but powerful interaction with the Coach brand that stayed with me for more than 20 years.

I never worked for Coach, but through the textile company I worked for, got a tiny glimpse behind the curtain at the extraordinary level of detail, quality and standards that sat behind its signature.

At the time, I didn’t have the language for what I was witnessing. Today, I do.

In this episode of Finding Your Gold, I talk about what Coach taught me about finding your edge, why your signature is about far more than what people see, and how the seemingly insignificant moments in our careers can leave clues about the work we’re ultimately meant to do.

Because maybe you don’t need to invent your edge.

Maybe you’ve been collecting evidence of it your entire life

I’m still processing the amount of gold Oprah Winfrey dropped in Dublin.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest lessons, stories and golden nuggets I took from seeing Oprah live — but more importantly, how we can actually apply them to our own lives.

We’re talking about finding the thread that runs through your life, listening to what life is trying to tell you, recognising the patterns that keep you stuck, getting older with gratitude, and what it really means to rise when life asks more of you.

Some of what Oprah shared stopped me in my tracks because it mirrored so much of the work I’ve been developing around self-doubt, self-trust and interrupting the thinking that keeps us playing small.

And there’s another part to this story…

Back in August, I took a chance and emailed Oprah’s team.

They replied.

In this episode, I’m sharing what happened, why I wanted five minutes with Oprah in the first place, and what I learned from not getting the moment I had imagined.

Because sometimes the gold isn’t where you expected to find it.

Burning Your Bones: The Hidden Cost of Over-Commitment
In this episode, we talk about the real cost of over-committing at work. Did you know you can actually lose your memory from burnout? We unpack the lies of leadership, the toll constant productivity takes on your body and mind, and how to reclaim your peace, your health, and your self-trust.

In this episode I talk about contrast and how we hate it. Let’s be honest about that. We resist it, curse it, and do everything in our power to avoid it. We want the smooth road, the easy win, the feeling of certainty and flow without the jagged edges of struggle. We want warmth without ever feeling the cold, success without failure, love without heartbreak.

But here’s the paradox: contrast is exactly what we need. It’s the friction that sharpens us, the tension that reveals our strength, the resistance that forces us to grow. Without contrast, we drift. We stay in the comfortable, the familiar, the lukewarm. And nothing great—nothing truly golden—comes from lukewarm.

So, when contrast shows up in your life, don’t run. Don’t numb it with distractions. Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that just because something is hard, it’s wrong.

Stand in it. Let it teach you. Let it strip away what isn’t you, so that what remains is gold.

And then? Rise. Rise with the lessons. Rise with the clarity. Rise with the fire that only contrast can ignite.

Because the ones who rise aren’t the ones who avoid the storm. They’re the ones who walk through it—and come out the other side, shining.

n leadership, you're either holding the lemons or you are the lemon. Are you being squeezed, giving your energy away without seeing results? Or are you the one applying the pressure—shaping opportunities, making impact, and turning challenges into something greater? In this episode, we break down the dynamics of female leadership: when to squeeze, when to let go, and how to make sure your juice isn’t going to waste. Tune in and decide—are you the lemon, or the one doing the squeezing? 🍋✨ #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #PowerAndPressure

Close the Last 10%

You might not realise it, but you’re already 90% of the way there. In this episode, we talk about how the final stretch to your goals or the thing you want isn’t about more work—it’s about realising how close you truly are. The last 10% is a mental shift, a realisation that you’re already living the life you’ve been working toward. Learn how to close that gap by stepping into certainty, speaking your dreams into existence, and taking the bold actions that will push you across the finish line. You’re closer than you think!

If you’ve been feeling uninspired, drained, stuck in a thick mental fog, or running low on enthusiasm, you’re not alone—everyone experiences this at some point. But with the right awareness and by activating your internal Energy Barometer, you can bridge the gap, regain control, and manage the pressure, stress, and quality of your day. In this episode of Finding Your Gold, I’ll show you how to use the Energy Barometer to identify and overcome energy deficits, with practical tips for applying it in your work, relationships, and leadership.

I also have a treat for you - Access my free activation below to help you release any stagnant energy that might be holding you back. Link HERE

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In this episode of Finding your Gold, we're diving into a question that many women don’t even realise they’re asking themselves: What are you trying to prove? We explore the subconscious drive to constantly prove our worth—whether to others or ourselves—and how this "proofing" mindset can negatively affect your energy, mindset, and results. If you’ve ever felt drained, overworked, or stuck in a cycle of striving for validation, this episode is for you. Tune in as we unpack how to spot the proofing trap and shift into a mindset that empowers, rather than exhausts.

In this episode, I open up about the journey behind my upcoming book—why the title changed, what caused the delay, and how I finally landed on the divine outcome that the book delivers. I also share how life’s unexpected challenges, like caring for aging parents and balancing a busy life, played a big role in the process. It took time to figure it all out, but trust me, it’s been worth the wait. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the twists, turns, and lessons learned along the way!

Do you go live on Instagram? If not, why not?! Its a potent sales tool that I use regularly. In this episode I go through how going live can help you to grow and make more sales.

Here is the link to my masterclass replay. ‘Stop Hiding! Stand out and Sell out’

https://www.riseacademy.ie/offers/XPVUHLtp