Let’s Talk Nova

In today's episode, I share some information I've gathered all about closing your suppliers like:

• ADDC - Water & Electricity

I'm still in the middle of the process itself, but felt it was helpful to share the information I found out with anyone else leaving the UAE, specifically aimed more so for expats in Abu Dhabi for those companies named above.

Some useful links I mentioned in the episode are listed below:

Sending Luggage Home with 'Send My Bag': Click Here

Facebook Group for Donating Free Items: Facebook Link Here 'The Real FreeCycle Abu Dhabi'

Royal Gas Email to get Clearance: [email protected]

This week's song choice: WEISS - 'Ain't Me Without You' YouTube Link

In today's episode I am joined by none other than Donegal native, Caoimhe Forker. Caoimhe shares her expat experience of living in Abu Dhabi for nine years so far, her passion for traveling and how she uses gratitude as a practice each day in her life.

This is SUCH a wholesome interview, where Caoimhe wears her heart on her sleeve, sharing funny stories and words of wisdom. I thoroughly enjoyed our chat talking all things teaching, entrepreneurship, expat life and her love of tea! I am sure you will adore this episode!

Caoimhe's Song Choice is: 'Destination Donegal' - Daniel O' Donnell Click Here for YouTube Link

Caoimhe's Instagram is: @caoimheforker Click Here

In today's episode, I interview the wonderful Tara Kidd, CEO & Founder of Tara Rose Hair Salons here in the UAE. Tara, who comes from the UK, shares her expat journey of setting up her own hair salon business here in Abu Dhabi. She also shares her journey of self development and how it feeds into her own vision for her team and clients.

Tara is a breath of fresh hair, sharing her own tips she has learned in business, as well as the topics of becoming a mother in the middle of opening her second salon in 2017!

Tara's song choice is any song from the 90s - too hard for her to choose as she enjoys absolutely any beat from that era!

Tara's Instagram is: Click Here

Tara Rose Hair Salon's Instagram is: Click Here

In today's episode I share tips from my own travels around the world, more specifically focused on solo travel. Out of the 43 countries I have visited, I have traveled to 10 countries solo and let me tell you, they were home to some of the greatest experiences of my life!

I go into great detail in this episode, sharing my lessons learned, top tips for women to stay safe and some helpful websites / apps to help you along the way.

As always, please reach out anytime on my Instagram DM's @thenovacoach or send me an email [email protected] with any questions, concerns or queries. I absolutely LOVE talking all things solo travel, so I will be happy to help you along the way!

TIME STAMPS BELOW:

04:03 - Reasons Why Solo Travel is Beneficial

19:00 - Tips on 'How' to Begin Your Plan

22:45 - When I Considered Moving to Australia in 2017 / 2018

27:28 - Hostel Dorms

36:47 - Singapore

38:26 - Indonesia

42:20 - MAPS Application

43:54 - How to Plan a Rough Itinerary

45:25 - Helpful Websites

49:55 - Important Tips for Females

56:59 - Making New Friends & Practicing Solo Scenarios

58:54 - Food Market Tips

59:56 - Things to Pack, New Zealand

01:02:10 - New Zealand, Itinerary Tips

01:05:05 - Technology Tips, Gadgets etc.

01:08:24 - Runners/Trainers, Laundry

01:09:01 - Hair Tools, Make-up, Spa Treatments

01:12:38 - How To Eat Alone & Make Friends

01:15:00 - Exploring the City

01:16:43 - Last BIG Tip

01:17:29 - Answers to My Instagram Q&A

• Anywhere to avoid when traveling solo?

01:23:53 - Hong Kong

01:26:07 - Review, Song Choice

Websites and Apps mentioned:

For Travel Insurance: World Nomads - Click Here

For Bus Tickets: Seat 61 - Click Here

Plane Seats for the views as you land: Seat Guru - Click Here

and Seat Link - Click Here

Offline Map to use on phone: MapsMe - Click Here

New Zealand Travel Company I went with: Stray Travel - Click Here

My song choice this week is: Kah-Lo 'Fire' Click Here

In today's episode I am joined my a friend of mine and former Na Fianna team mate Victoria St. Leger, who hails from Cork, Ireland. Victoria shares her story about experiencing anxiety, moving countries and leaving teaching to pursue her career in personal training.

Victoria is shares her story with admirable vulnerability, honesty and wise words along the way. I think this episode will resonate with many teachers and for anyone who is curious to make a change in their lives. I thoroughly enjoyed catching up with Victoria and even reminiscing on our days with Na Fianna.

Victoria's song choice is: 'Zombie' by The Cranberries Click for YouTube Link

Victoria's Instagram: @thechroncilesofacrossfitcoach Click Here

Article mentioned in episode: Click Here

In today's second installment of Jonathan's story, we hear Jonathan sharing his about his experience of teaching and coaching in Vietnam, how he used this experience to open up to other men in a men's circle and in turn, brought much healing into his own life.

Jonathan shares how he experienced lockdown in Vietnam and how he escaped (quite a funny story) to catch a flight back to Ireland in the height of restrictions.

Jonathan also shares his profound experience with Ayahuasca in Peru. He describes the ceremony and learnings from it.

Jonathan is now using his own healing journey to help other men, where he has now set up his own men's circle in Limerick, Ireland. Please get in touch with him if you or you know of any men in your life who may be curious about joining a men's circle. It creates a strong sense of community and belonging among men, which can only bring about huge benefits to one another.

Time Stamps below:

01:39 - Arriving into Vietnam

06:00 - Joining a Men's Circle

11:26 - Teaching & Coaching in Vietnam

14:57 - Lockdown in Vietnam

21:15 - Returning to Ireland

25:30 - Reintegrating into Life with Family & Friends in Ireland

30:28 - Creating a Men's Circle

31:50 - What is a Men's Circle?

34:48 - What are you most proud of for men of this generation?

            - What do you wish men of this generation had more of?

39:53 - Mental Health Movement in Ireland

43:13 - Ayahuasca Ceremony in Peru

54:47 - Quick Fire Round of Questions

Jonathan's song choice is: Julio Bashmore - 'Battle For Middle You' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnEnj5jZWws

Jonathan's Website:

Jonathan's Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathankielycoaching/

In today's episode, I am joined by Jonathan Kiely who hails from Limerick, Ireland. Jonathan is a former corporate employee turned life coach and shares his inspiring story of how he learned to listen to his intuition to pursue his love of coaching.

Jonathan speaks about many topics such as; anxiety, overcoming challenging obstacles in college/university, working in corporate life, eventually training to be a life coach and traveling to Asia.

This is Part 1 of a two part episode. Tune in next week to hear about Jonathan's journey in Vietnam.

Time stamps below:

06:10 - Experience in 6th Year (Leaving Cert.) aged 18 - 19 years old

11:11 - Starting College/University

16:48 - Feelings with Failure & Confidence to Speak Up

23:26 - After College Working in Corporate Life

28:29 - Introduction to Life Coaching & Trusting Intuition

35:40 - Traveling to Asia

51:02 - Vipassana - Meditation Retreat

Find Jonathan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathankielycoaching/

Jonathan's Website: https://authenticpowercoaching.mykajabi.com/mens-circle

In today's episode, I am joined by the wonderful Kyla Fellner of House of Colour, Abu Dhabi. Kyla was born in Cork to British parents and grew up in Spain & Portugal. She has now been living Abu Dhabi for the last 11 years.

Kyla, who is a Pilot, is now an Image Consultant and is trained within the House of Colour method to help men & women look amazing, effortlessly!

Kyla shares her journey of becoming an Image Consultant, what the colour analysis and style sessions entail and the many benefits of having a session with her. Kyla also shares some advice for future brides shopping for their wedding and bridesmaids dresses.

This is one you don't want to miss!

Kyla's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofcolour_abudhabi/

Kyla's Musical Artist of Choice: Madonna

In today's episode I chat with the wonderful Aileen McAlister from Co. Antrim, Ireland. Aileen set up Reel Robics in Dubai during the 2020 lockdown, which combines Irish dance with fitness.

Aileen delves into her love of Irish dance, growing up between Antrim and Donegal and how she trained to be an Irish dancing coach.

Aileen has an infectious energy, which radiates throughout this podcast episode, as she opens up how she became an expat and about the differences for her with teaching in Dubai compared to home.

I hope you enjoy this listen, as much as I enjoyed recording it with Aileen.

Aileen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrobicsdubai/

Aileen's Song Choice: 'Blame It On The Boogie' - The Jacksons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqxVMLVe62U

In today's episode I chat with Aliya Rajah from the UK, now living in Dubai. Aliya is a Personal & Professional Development Coach, specializing in confidence for both men & women.

Aliya shares her journey of working for the NHS, building her own business and how important it is to reframe our mindset when women are jealous or envious of one another. She shares real life experiences that are relatable and some brilliant tips to put into action today.

I hope you enjoy the listen, full of laughs, stories and key actionable steps to create changes in your life.

Aliya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_aliya/

Aliya's Website: https://aliyarajah.com/

Aliya's Podcast: 'Women Who Flourish' https://open.spotify.com/show/2wsbylPvnNVrCzjWMcytLN?si=92f3a29fc846421c

Aliya's Song Choice: 'Someone Like You' - Adele https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLQl3WQQoQ0