By Louise Matson
The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.
“One day, everyone gets to leave their mobile phones, they come up to the hills, they forget the world, and just concentrate on themselves and build that confidence through speaking.” -Dr. Paula Smith
Speaking is an important factor in communication. This gives us the capability to express our thoughts and feelings, and sometimes the things that we say creates impacts to the ones who are listening. This makes speaking an important tool to inspire others, and eventually empower them.
In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Paula Smith, a trusted adviser, professional speaker, author, and business leadership coach. She will discuss her idea of empowerment as well as her journey of empowerment. She will also share how to utilise speaking as a means of empowering others. And many more, which will help you to appreciate the power of speaking.
Tune in to this episode and learn how to become visible through speaking!
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(02:00) Paula’s Definition of Empowerment
(03:22) The Physical effects of Empowerment
(04:08) The Origin of Paula’s Empowerment
(06:31) Paula’s educators and their impact on her life
(07:13) The Power of Being Visible Through Speaking
(08:55) Paula’s Journey after her Studies
(12:26) What Empowers an Adult
(13:52) Paula’s Means of Empowering Others
(15:48) Paula’s Connection with Shoes
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Website:
www.paulasmith.com.au
www.gitp.com.au
Many women and girls have never considered that they could contribute to technical, operational, or sporting domains, or that they could one day be part of senior management in businesses dominated by male executives. For one thing, there is evidence that girls are discouraged from developing their talents in math, physics, and hard labor from an early age, preferring to focus on humanities and social sciences instead. So how did Amanda do it?
In today’s episode of Louise M Empowerment, we are joined by Amanda Cox, she is a Fellow of both Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand and the Governance Institute of Australia. She is an experienced sports executive with more than 20 years of finance, people & culture, strategy, risk management, and governance experience.
Tune in now and be empowered as a woman in a male dominant industry!
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“Being bullied is no one's blessing in disguise, but it certainly shaped me to be the way that I am now.” - Nadia Owen
For people who are bullied, it is both upsetting and depressing. Bullying is well known for leaving victims emotionally scarred, leaving them feeling hopeless and vulnerable. As a result, it is critical for bullying victims to understand how to persevere in the face of extreme agony. One method to achieve this is to think positively despite the negative effects of bullying.
In today’s episode of Louise M Empowerment, we are joined by Nadia Owen, Head of Meetings and Special Events at Perth’s Optus Stadium.
Tune in now and be empowered!
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“I had a really strong empowerment family, particularly my dad” - Rachael Ferguson
Shared conversations can help you feel more empowered, and even better if those around you communicate effectively and share empowering conversations in early life. We must devote time and resources to developing initiatives that will empower so that the next generation (of women) will be better prepared to take on challenges, be resilient, feel strong, and have that can do attitude.
In today’s episode of Louise M Empowerment, we are joined by Rachael Ferguson. She is an international award-winning entrepreneur, podiatrist, author, and CEO of the Australian footcare company SynxBody. After landing a deal with Andrew Banks on the TV show Shark Tank in 2015, Rachael has rapidly grown the company, creating a wide range of foot care products available nationally in Chemist Warehouse and selected pharmacies in Australia and New Zealand, and international presence in the USA.
Rachael regularly speaks at seminars and in the media about common podiatry conditions, general health, and entrepreneurship topics. She has also published a wide range of blogs and videos on common podiatry issues and is also an ambassador for Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (WED) which is a not-for-profit organization to empower, support, and celebrate women in business. Passionate about health, wellness, and business, Rachael is on a mission to inspire, educate others and share her business knowledge through the Million Dollar Business Mentors.
Tune in and discover the power of communication in creating empowerment!
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Website: https://www.rachaelferguson.com.au/
LinkedIn: Rachael Ferguson GAICD
Linktr.ee: @rachael.ferguson
Facebook: Rachael Ferguson Podiatrist
Instagram: rachael.ferguson
Youtube: SynxBody
Book Mentioned:
Atomic Habits
The Miracle Morning
“But the thing that definitely helped me was this very secure knowledge that something else would come along and that only through space in your life, can good things come to you” - Carmen Braidwood
After Carmen’s humiliating and frustrating incident in her radio career, she allowed the universe to speak to her. Listening to the universe is a two-way road. The universe has limitless gifts for everyone; it is listening and is ready to give what we want. Manifest your dearest dreams and deepest wishes authentically, and the universe will guide and empower you.
In this Episode of the Louise M Empowerment Podcast, we are joined by Carmen Braidwood. Carmen is a Confidence on Camera coach and broadcaster with more than 20 years of experience in commercial radio and TV. Seen around Australia as a regular presenter on the nine networks Destination WA she's also notched up appearances on Nine News, The Today Show, The Project, and Today Tonight. Radio listeners will know Carmen from her stints on 6PR Breakfast and Weekend Breakfast and a run of seven years hosting 96 FM much loved Breakfast Show.
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Big businesses have always had humble beginnings. It is frequently through empowerment that it flourishes and thrives to its full potential. Because of powerful influences, adulthood experiences, and self-empowerment, many businesses have grown. All of these can make a substantial difference in terms of expanding one's business.
In this episode Pippa Candido, a born entrepreneur from Western Australia, Founder and Director of the award-winning business The Little Bar Cart, shares the beginning of her empowerment journey as a child and how she started her business through her passion for hospitality. She is now empowering others, find out how.
Listen to this episode now and be empowered!
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When a person feels empowered, they have influence over their own life, which leads to better judgment and actions in pursuit of his or her goals. Empowerment, on the other hand, must begin somewhere. Some people have had a sense of empowerment since they were young, while others have just experienced it as adults. It's wonderful to feel empowered all of the time, regardless of how you got it and there are many ways to do so.
In today’s episode, we will be joined by Fran Hughes. Fran authored her own hero's journey, one shaped by need, grit, and attitude. As a 14-year old finding herself in a financial predicament, Fran chose to fight, using her lateral thinking approach to rise above the fore. Paying her way through private school, she complemented school learning with financial education and in doing so, discovered her passion for financial planning. Today as an award-winning financial advisor, a business owner with 30 years of experience, Fran uses knowledge and communication skills acquired to educate and empower, ensuring clients are well-positioned to write their own success stories.
A well-respected active member of the community as the FPA Chapter Chair, future2 foundation ambassador, and finance columnist for the West Australian newspaper. In 2020 Fran was awarded FS Power Australia's Top50 most influential financial advisor and is currently the Director and Head of Financial Solutions Nexia Perth.
Listen to this episode now and learn how Fran has learned to empower herself in the best way!
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“Money would not be a reason why we didn't get those opportunities, I always grew up knowing that there was no reason why I couldn't achieve what I wanted to achieve. ” - Jennifer Bicknell
Confidence gives you positive energy to take action to achieve your personal and professional goals and dreams. This is true empowerment the more highly motivated and energized you are, the more likely you are to take immediate action.
In today’s episode of Louise M Empowerment Series, we are joined by another motivating woman, Jennifer Bicknell. She has been practicing law for almost 30 years. She spent 15 years as a litigator at Minter Ellison, followed by 8 years as a partner at Kennedy’s, before founding her workplace law firm Bicknell Law & Consulting, in 2015.
Whilst Jennifer does the 'traditional' lawyer stuff like drafting employment contracts and resolving disputes, she spends most of her time working with clients as an extension of their business – strategically advising them on how to prevent small workplace issues from becoming big, hairy ones.
Tune in to this podcast now! Empower yourself, empower others!
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Website: jenniferbicknell.com
Instagram: @jennifer.bicknell123
LinkedIn: Jennifer Bicknell
Twitter: @jenbicknell
People Mentioned:
Seth Godin
“I believe that everybody has some great abilities, but unless somebody comes along and acknowledges those, you can go through life and not realise that you're worthy, and that's how I felt as a child. I did not feel worthy” - Lesa J. Hinchliffe
A strong belief in yourself can bring you all these benefits and more. You will begin to recognise your ability to accomplish goals and you are optimistic about the future as you set goals and achieve them. Deep down inside of you, you know you can do anything.
In today’s episode of Louise M Empowerment Series, we are joined by another inspiring woman, Lesa J Hinchliffe. She is a Professional Speaker and author. Reading Think and Grow Rich at 16, set Lesa on a journey that has seen her experience the highs and lows of a hugely diverse business journey.
She spent 20 years in the media - the first 5 predominately in front of the camera before founding her own production company. In 2015 Lesa started to write Entrepreneur to Megapreneur a book that documents the business life journeys of 8 highly successful West Australians. Initially, it was a daunting and hugely challenging undertaking. A decision to implement the daily actions and habits of the Megapreneurs she was writing about, unleashed a level of determination she’d never before experienced or expected.
The process changed Lesa within although, as she now acknowledges, if she had known before what she knows now, she would have realized change was inevitable.
Tune in to this podcast now! Empower yourself, empower others!
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Website: https://www.lesajhinchliffe.com
Facebook: Lesa J. Hinchliffe
LinkedIn: Lesa J. Hinchliffe
People Mentioned:
Jim Kwik
Marisa Peer
Amy Cuddy
Brenee Brown
Sam Horn
Book Mentioned:
Napolean Hill's Think and Grow Rich
“A picture is worth a thousand words, but a memory is priceless” as the saying goes. We snap dozens of photos every day, but do we still treasure them? Our recollections may appear to be crystal clear in our minds, but they are not exact replicas of the events we observed. Memories are jewels in our hearts that last a lifetime.
In this episode, Prue Aja, one of Australia’s most in-demand portrait photographers, shares how she helped impact-driven women and high-profile entrepreneurs visually bring their personal brand to life. Her official foray into the world of fashion and photography started as a stylist, partnering with brands, such as Harper's Bazaar and Vogue (UK) then assisting and being mentored by some of the world's leading photographers. She is sought after around the country for her innate ability to connect and capture the essence of an individual through imagery. She's been profiled in the media and images of her clients, adorn the pages of well-known publications. Prue's passion for visual storytelling is equal to her desire to help women celebrate themselves and elevate their visibility. A passion inspired by her own life experience, overcoming traumatic circumstances, and finding the strength to be seen.
Listen to this podcast now and be empowered!
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Link:
Prue_aja_photography
Book:
“Make it Happen” by Jordanna https://www.amazon.com/Make-Happen-Jordanna-Levin/dp/1911632574
The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.