Raise 1000 Voices

Midlife. It’s a period of your life that can often be fraught with confusion, fear, and anxiety as you grapple with the realisation that life is not just about getting older but also making sure you really live along the way. 

For so many, this realisation leads to feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the future - and yet it is in embracing the mess that comes with processing big life changes that we find the deepest, most resonant clarity for want we want from ourselves, and our lives - the Midlife Turning Point holds the greatest of gifts  The opportunity to take a step back, listen to your inner voice, and come out stronger for it!

In this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast, we speak with Kate Billing, one of New Zealand's leading voices on gender equity and leadership development. Our conversation goes beyond the typical mid-life crisis narrative to explore the power of self-awareness and personal growth, as well as why it’s so important to challenge yourself even when times are tough. 

Kate tells us why embracing a sense of risk is necessary for true transformation, and how ultimately it can lead to greater happiness and purpose in life. We also discuss the importance of having a strong support network, and why seeking out help from others can be an incredibly valuable tool for navigating midlife.

Mid-life should not be a time of fear and confusion - it IS an incredible opportunity to explore who you are, and DECIDE what the next chapter of your life will look like. So join us for this incredible episode where we know you are going to walk away with invaluable tips for transforming your mid-life journey!


WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Kate’s journey to becoming who she is today (03:18)
• The turning point of mid-life (06:06)
• The positive side of letting go (09:59)
• The sad truth about the struggles of a woman (13:22)
• The stereotypes that come with ageing (19:02)
• Others’ perception of a middle-aged woman (24:42)
• The power of loving yourself as you are (30:48)
• The responsibility of stepping into adulthood (32:31)
• Overcoming the challenges faced by woman in the workplace (37:08)
• Learning to become a better human (43:43)
• Things that inspire Kate (49:47)
• The importance of understanding the human mind (54:54)
• Kate’s most important message to everyone (59:40)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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We are usually witness to two initial reactions when someone, particularly a child, is diagnosed with Autism. The first one is of concern and fear about all the things that can’t or won’t happen. The second is in embracing and understanding all that autism adds to the world.  
Our next guest deliberately chose the second when diagnosed with autism as she turned 40 - realising she suddenly had a very clear explanation and deep understanding of just why her life had played out the way it had. 
In this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast, we speak with Dr. Angela Lauria once again but this time on a different subject - unmasking autism and discovering its power. It is an eye-opening, deep conversation about removing the masks of autism so that we can see each other clearly. 


Dr Angela wryly acknowledges privilege allowed her establish systems and processes that both managed and masked her autism - but when the pandemic struck every single bit of her scaffolding collapsed.  With her executive functioning supports gone and the routine that kept her emotionally regulated demolished, she found herself dangerously deep in the grips of autistic burnout 
In the aftermath, Dr Angela started looking at her autism in a different way, and wondered just what would happen if she did remove the masks that hid her autism from the rest of the world. She found herself rebuilding her supports in a different way, and re-establishing personal relationships. 
A transformative journey in the most unexpected of ways, Dr Angela now understands where she wants her personal and business life to go AND honour how to live well with Autism Unmasked.  
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Dr. Angela's diagnosis and what it meant to her (04:28)
• What caused her autistic burnout and how she managed it? (07:17)
• The consequences of masking autism (13:42)
• The importance of Special Interests (SPINS) for people with autism (20:12)
• The journey of unmasking autism (33:15)
• Business changes after unmasking the autism (42:00)
• The most surprising outcomes - that you will love - of the last two years (44:00)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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Not a single woman in Australia was involved in the drafting of the Australian Constitution in 1900.  Women - 2 in particular - had to fight for changes to the federal judicial system which made participating in juries more accessible for women.  
Quite literally, women’s voices have been absent, ignored, excluded from the mechanisms that frame and govern almost every part of our life since the creation of our nation.  Which is why Kim Rubenstein - one of Australia’s leading experts in Active Citizenship - is so passionate about her work in Constitutional Law.
In this conversation we unlock the importance of women raising their voices, stepping into active citizenship - and why our voices are vital in the next era of Nation building and the necessary constitutional shifts  
Kim believes, deeply, that our lived experiences are relevant, if not instrumental, in improving how we live and the governance underpinning it    
The absence of our voices as the Constitution, Governments, Legislation and Policy were formed in the creation of the Australian nation has dictated women - and all intersectional parts of society - live a life filled with limitations, where men have dictated what we can and cannot do.   And although society’s structure still makes it difficult for women to recognise the value of active citizenship, Kim hopes to see a change in this space, by acknowledging the hard work of women trailblazers.
Immerse yourself and learn more about Kim’s passion and prowess in her mission to help women understand the impact of their contributions to building a nation that puts high regard on diversity, raising our voices, and the courage to take a stand. 
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• An overview of Kim’s career journey (02:20)
• Worthwhile outcomes from pursuing the academic pathway (08:40)
• Why it's crucial for women to be active citizens of society? (11:48)
• Women’s role in constitution framing (18:27)
• What can the current generation learn from women in the past (28:42)
• Fascinating stories about women owning up to their voice and creating change (30:22)
• Acknowledging the value of individual contributions and the difference it creates (35:42)
• The book that made the most impact on Kim (38:49)
• What is she looking forward to? (42:35)
• What does present Kim learnt from her younger self (44:20)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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Claudia Chan is a powerhouse in the empowerment of women in leadership - having founded the wildly successful, award winning S.H.E Summit in New York 10 years ago before writing the acclaimed book 'This Is How We Rise'.

She has an innate drive to break people out of the constraints of living a life in the shadows of others’ pressures and expectations - something which had become the norm for most, especially women, before she launched her revolutionary work and perspective through S.H.E Summits.

Claudia’s work has made a difference. Creating and curating multi-7-figure deals for herself, helping women accelerate their rise to the top no matter their endeavour - Claudia has helped 1,000’s of women to achieve whatever they want.

And yet she realised the ‘outer work’ is not enough. That she needed to evolve her work into the whole of the person standing in front of her, and in this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast, Claudia and I explore the expansion of possibility that arises when we practice compassion, grace, and mastery of our inner life.
In short, Claudia has come to realise her boldest work is helping individuals, leaders, and organisations realise their individual potential to unleash collective potential and transform cultures.
Claudia speaks with the deepest conviction, a total zest for the beauty in being human, and boundless passion; her vocation is unlocking an understanding of the power of embracing self-compassion, being graceful, and having the wisdom of our inner life experiences to guide us into being the most vibrant version of who we were always meant to be. 
And right now she is about to share all of that.  With you.  

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Journey to entrepreneurship and creating human experiences (02:52)
• What's heartbreaking about people not stepping into their boldest vision? (07:09)
• How do people identify their purpose (11:21)
• Breaking the barriers in the mental health crisis (16:17)
• The impact of doing the inner work to becoming a better version of themselves (19:47)
• The biggest lesson for embracing internal wholeness (22:58)
• The importance of having self-awareness to improve inner experience (28:27)
• Claudia’s hope for humanity (43:30)
• Q&A with Claudia (45:52)
• Great characteristics she had as a little girl that still exists today (50:15)
• What's next for Claudia (52:03)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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The thread of culture weaves its way through every element of our life; it underpins how we work, how we think, in our relationships, our communities and creates the rules for the social and economic environments within which we all exist.  
Culture, wherever it shows, shapes how we see ourselves, the world, and opportunities.  And unless we are willing to explore and experience the cultural lives of others we remain completely unaware of what happens when more oppressive cultures are allowed to thrive - when freedoms are stripped away, practices dictated, and hope abandoned.  
In this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast Sarah Morse and I weave our way through just some of her global humanitarian adventures, and the formidable foundations it has created as she takes a Humanitarian Approach to creating Cultures of C.O.U.R.A.G.E.
At 16 years of age, Sarah mustered the courage to go to East Germany by herself and this adventure became an initiation to both culture shock and REVERSE culture shock - and ignited a lifetime obsession with just how the human experience is shaped by the culture it is immersed in.  She has led a humanitarian life filled with a desire to discover, explore and experience how others live.
Armed with a wealth of experience, Sarah is compelled to transform corporate Australia. Her devotion to bringing courage to workplace cultures is beyond compare. She believes in the importance of being intentional in establishing great workplace cultures that facilitate a positive impact on personal lives.
Being gifted with extraordinary experiences has given Sarah an opportunity to look at life through a different lens, challenge conventional thinking, and have the courage to make a difference.
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• A profound moment that started her obsession with cultures (02:05)
• The impact of travelling the world and exploring cultures (08:15)
• How did she combat reverse culture shock at 17 (12:35)
• Extraordinary experiences as a World Vision Youth Ambassador for Australia (14:30)
• Distinct humanitarian ventures that allowed her to learn something new (20:20)
• Understanding other's mindsets by working for an orphanage (23:25)
• The ramifications of the pandemic on workplace culture (30:01)
• The C.O.U.R.A.G.E to achieve a better workplace culture (34:20)
• Sarah's superpower in speaking about courage (42:15)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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Do what you can with what you have from where you are.  Three elements that have the power to create the strongest waves of change - especially for women working in male dominated industries who have a higher risk of experiencing bullying, discrimination, and harassment, and often fewer opportunities.  
In this episode of Raise 1000 Voices, we discover just how “do what you can with what you have from where you are” has created powerful change to elevate women - and claim their rightful place - in one of the most male dominated arenas in Australia, with Jen Wittwer CSM.
With more than forty years military experience Jen has led people through significant organisational change, culture, and workplace reform, with a laser focus on steering women into more powerful positions. 
Despite landing in an environment that was not conducive to achieving her full potential, and a pivotal experience at just 19, Jen never lost her core belief she was capable of instilling change and adding value. She understood the importance of standing up and being heard to ensure other women have the space and place to realise their worth and gather the respect they deserve.
The changes Jen ignited demanded going up against an institution with deep-rooted cultural pillars that prevented women from stepping up. Working first within the Royal Australian Navy, then as the NATO Gender Advisor in Afghanistan, and broad ranging roles since including working with the UN in New York to create Gender Mainstreaming Policy, Jen’s commitment to elevating women shows grit, tenacity, and incredible grace. 
Through her experiences in the Royal Australian Navy and her work in some of the most confrontational places in the world, Jen recognises the importance of women raising their voices, authentically, regardless of the environment they’re in. And in this episode she gives a very human, heart-led insight into just how much this really matters. 

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Contemplating about contributions in this changing world (01:45)
• Who is Jen now and the circumstances that shaped her (04:42)
• Crucial factors that influence changes in women's roles (14:08)
• The impact of working with the new generation navy (17:05)
• Understanding arduous situations of women in conflict zones (25:50)
• What demonstrates a real activist heart? (28:22)
• What's heartbreaking about women not raising their voices? (31:29)
• How does Jen support women to be themselves (34:33)
• Female leaders who inspire her (37:40)
• What are Jen's superpower and kryptonite? (40:33)
• Rapid fire questions (48:08)
• The worst and best piece of advice she was given (53:01)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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As we begin the adventures a new year brings, we have also been mapping out future plans for Raise 1000 Voices - giving us the space to go over and reflect on the powerful stories shared by incredible women and the remarkable insights and learnings we were gifted from each and every one of them. 
We launched the podcast completely aware that I don’t have a huge social media following - and I am pretty well famous only inside my own lunch box!   I chose to start anyway, knowing my world is full of phenomenal women with rich histories and perspectives who could bring something to the table for you - the listeners. 
This 2023, Raise 1000 Voices podcast is bringing more incredible women who are shining with courage, cleverness, and creativity. They are prepared to speak their truth and share their stories and all do so from a place of incredible service. 
Join me as we co-create a collective north star of sharing deep and powerful storytelling and doing it with purpose - and as we reveal what we must go after next to be able to raise our voices with strength, power and grace. 
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Realisations from previous episodes and what to expect with new the ones (01:10)
• Feedback from women on the first few episodes (02:45)
• Why it's important to never stop being intentional (04:40)
• The impact of deep and powerful storytelling (05:33)
• Exploring conversations deeper via solo episodes (08:00)
• The significance of raising our voices (10:50)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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The characteristics of great storytelling vary for each person but what makes a story remarkable is similar for most people - it's the power to make a connection and influence readers. In this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast, we sink right into a fun conversation liberating your inner author and sharing phenomenal stories with Dr. Angela Lauria.
Dr. Angela Lauria is the founder of Author Incubator and Difference Press. She helps thousands of authors write, publish and promote their books. Moreover, she is a phenomenal book coach and publisher who vibrates stories and storytelling.
Being able to tell a story that keeps listeners interested and surprised is one of the hardest aspects of storytelling. But when stories are beautifully curated to form connections with their readers, it becomes a shared magical experience by both the author and the audience it serves.
Although it’s possible to write numerous books, the success of publishing one and actually liberating your inner author lies in knowing who the book is for and the purpose it’s supposed to serve.  
If you have lots of stories to share and feel uncertain about what is worthy of becoming a book and shared with the world, Dr. Angela Lauria talks through her effective storytelling method that has helped launched powerful stories and incredible clients that are seen on the most powerful of stages.
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Dr. Angela’s journey of becoming a storyteller (03:58)
• What great storytelling means for her (07:05)
• Favourite stories and experiences that inspired her to write more books (08:45)
• The negative consequences of the inner critic and how to manage them (16:35)
• The influence of not holding space for failure for authors (21:30)
• Qualities that make a story phenomenal (23:30)
• What makes a story worthy of a book? (28:50)
• The biggest mistake most storytellers make and how to start writing a book (31:40)
• The value of knowing who is the book for (41:15)
• One exercise to help in successfully writing a book (45:30)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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 Don’t you think it is more than a little crazy that as we get a little older society expects you to act and show up in a different way? Not only is it crazy, these expectation sometimes erode your voice and diminish your purpose. In this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast we get really serious about allowing our pathway and purpose to unfold by falling in love with who you truly are with Julie Cross.
Julie Cross CSP is one of Australia’s most inspiring keynote speakers. By combining compelling insights into human behaviour with practical strategies, Julie knows how to leave audiences with tools that help them to live their best lives and set a high standard in their existence – and this is exactly what she is bringing to the world of Raise 1000 Voices
It can be so easy to feel lost and confused when you listen to what others dictate as their expectations of you. But giving yourself permission to feel comfortable in being yourself allows your purpose becomes more obvious. AND you realise that the personality you have was deliberately designed for what you’re meant to do.
There is nobody else like you and the world needs you to show up as you are. Your stories are meant to be shared in your own unique way. You must remember you are enough, more than capable of changing your story - and in doing so, you confidently move towards your true purpose. 

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why Julie Cross is born into who she is (01:02)
• How to claim your true purpose (03:35)
• The importance of sharing stories and taking people into different worlds (06:13)
• Sharing "big stories" to form a connection (10:18)
• What prevents women from owning their stage? (14:59)
• Learning how to dance with the inner critic (18:12)
• Stories that made the greatest impact on Julie (21:35)
• Amazing storytellers for Julie (25:55)
• What motivated her to publish a book (29:48)
• Dealing with the stumbles in life (34:05)
• Worst and best piece of advice she's been given (43:41)
• The value in using our voices (44:47)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

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For full show notes visit: Raise 1000 Voices Podcast
 

Telling a story well sparks action in both the physical and emotional sense - driving others to become more motivated, believe in themselves, or try something new. In this episode of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast, we reveal the power of compelling storytelling with Zara Love.
Zara is the Director of Great Talk, helping people become more charismatic presenters, confident communicators, and captivating storytellers. Furthermore, she works with professional speakers, thought leaders, tech wizzes, and influencers by helping them shape, share, and deliver an engaging message in a more powerful way.
In Zara’s work, Storytelling is never about the person sharing the story, rather, it’s about having the opportunity to take others on a magnificent adventure. One that helps them develop a different perspective in their lives.
The truth is most people find it difficult to share their own stories, especially women. The inner critic can be so powerful that it drowns out every chance to speak powerfully. And this greatly impacts the ability to trust ourselves and bring our voice to the world. 
Learning how to dance with the inner critic allows you to take your audience into a remarkable story. Great stories share insights and generate life-changing experiences for both the storyteller and the listener. Learn more about how powerful storytelling can be and how it impacts your life and others when you listen to the episode. 
WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

• The mission of the Raise 1000 Voices podcast (03:10)
• The real intention of storytelling (06:55)
• How to incorporate humour into high-impact stories (09:03)
• The challenges in telling one's own story (12:15)
• What’s stopping women from speaking up and sharing their stories? (14:30)
• Who is an amazing storyteller for Zara? (18:08)
• The journey to becoming a great storyteller (20:20)
• How was ‘The epidemic of over-seriousness’ formed? (28:00)
• What's heartbreaking about developing stories? (32:15)
• What makes a story remarkable? (35:12)
• How can we inspire and change the world by sharing our stories (37:45)
• Why we need to identify our inner critic (46:40)
• The best piece of advice Zara received (49:49)

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BOOK A VISIBILITY BREAKTHROUGH CALLIf you’re a woman wanting to step into the full power of her voice, her work and her perspective, book a 20 Minute Visibility Breakthrough Call. 

We'll work together to identify:

• What stops you from stepping into the full power of your voice 
• Identify where you should be playing and how to play there to get what you want 
• Identify your next best moves in the Visibility Breakthrough Canvas 

Click here to book your complimentary Visibility Breakthrough Call Book Your Complimentary Visibility Breakthrough Call AU / NZBook Your Complimentary Visibility Breakthrough Call USA / CDA

For full show notes visit: Raise 1000 Voices Podcast