What happens when you commit to saying yes to everything for an entire year? In this episode, I share the story of my "Year of Yes" that began with a bold move from Perth to Melbourne in my early twenties, knowing absolutely no one and having no job waiting for me. This simple concept of saying yes to every invitation, opportunity and adventure that came my way led to some surprising places and invaluable lessons that shaped both my personal life and business approach.

We’ll explore how saying yes in those critical early business years can lead to unique collaborations and clients you might otherwise miss, even when it means facing rejection and learning who your right people really are. We’ll talk about the delicate balance between embracing every opportunity and recognising when you need to slow down.

I challenge you to examine whether you're saying no too often and missing out on unexpected growth opportunities. Could substituting a flat no with "yes, and..." or "yes, however..." open doors to new possibilities? This year of yes taught me that the world is full of opportunities waiting to happen—it's about choosing a mindset of growth and adventure, leaping into the unknown and learning to soar along the way.

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/

I fainted during my own Masterclass. Yep, you read right! I'm mid-way through my own masterclass, trying to be the portrait of professionalism, when suddenly I decide it’s the perfect moment to perform a dramatic fainting act – right there in front of 50 Zoom participants. 

As you can imagine, this was extremely embarrassing. Thankfully, I can laugh about it now. I’ve also come to realise that even our biggest moments of ‘failure’ can lead us to some pretty awesome learnings.

In this episode, I share the story of how what started as a family weekend dealing with my daughter's illness led to a chain of events that left me unwell, but my determination to show up for my community meant I pushed through anyway—with some fairly surprising consequences.

You'll hear about the moment I collapsed during the live session and what happened when I woke up to discover how my community responded. This experience completely shifted my perspective on what I'd actually built over the years and taught me some beautiful lessons about genuine support and the power of a solid community. 

We explore what true community really means, how it extends beyond immediate proximity and why the response I received wasn't what you might expect. I discuss the lessons learnt about mutual support, shared resilience and what it means to truly show up for each other.

To everyone listening, I hope you have or can build a community like that—a warm embrace, ready to support you unfailingly. Let this story remind you of the power of unity and encouragement, and that sometimes our most vulnerable moments reveal the strongest foundations we've built. And that’s (almost) worth fainting for!

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What happens when 65 ambitious women in business gather together under one roof? I’ll tell you what happens - pure magic. 

The feedback from our latest Go-Getter Day was that the event felt like family. Imagine a group of inspiring women gathered together to connect, grow and support one another through networking and expert bespoke coaching. It’s a day filled with collaboration and community where some real work gets done, leaving everyone feeling empowered and invigorated.

I never set out to become an event host, but watching women travel across Australia to be part of Go-Getter Day has shown me that we've built something truly special.

Expert Bespoke Coaching

The Queen's Council offers personalised coaching from a panel of five experts—bespoke coaching with me, a social media expert, a Meta ads expert, a virtual assistant expert and Tracy Rudich, our booby expert from Intimo. That’s right - boobies! It was an absolute hit.

Networking on the day is dynamic and intentional. Lunch becomes an opportunity to connect with fresh faces, fostering unexpected relationships that often become lasting partnerships. Afternoons transform into hot seat sessions—ten-minute focused discussions that consistently spark insights, lots of laughter and tears. Always tears.

Conquering Self Promotion Fears

After the hot seat sessions, one of the highlights for me is when these fabulous women courageously get up on the mic in front of everyone to conquer their self-promotion fears. This builds incredible confidence as women articulate their mission, knowing they have the full attention of a supportive room.

Community That Transcends Everything

Go-Getter Day welcomes everyone with open arms -  from business newbies to entrepreneurs with multimillion dollar businesses because the value of community truly does transcend revenue. And that’s the whole point of this very special day - connection and community.

Our next gathering is September 4th so if you would love to be supported by a genuine community of like minded women, we would love to see you there.

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/

I have a confession to make. For the longest time, I've been hiding behind my business. I know this might sound odd coming from someone who records podcasts, runs awesome events and has been in the business game for years. But here's the thing—I'm not a fan of being the centre of attention. My business became my shield, and I let it do all the talking while I stayed safely in the background. 

In this episode, I’m sharing about the recent heart-to-heart I had with my podcast producer that made me realise just how much I’d been hiding my true self from my audience. The irony wasn't lost on me—my work is all about connection, yet I'd been disconnecting from the very people I'm meant to serve out of fear of being truly seen.

We’ll explore the "trust recession" we’re in, where trust levels have nosedived, and how hiding behind our screens or microphones makes this disconnect worse. I share my ongoing struggle with showing up authentically without oversharing, questioning whether I’m serving my audience or just my own ego. 

You'll discover why treating business development like a checklist routine misses genuine connection opportunities, and how staying invisible creates a vicious cycle where people can't trust what they can't see. I encourage you to ask yourself what the real cost of not showing up is, and I talk about what it means to me and my business.

On the bright side of it all is this: if an introvert like me can push past the natural inclination to hide and show up consistently, anyone can do it. This is your permission slip to step out in whatever way works for you, build trust through authentic visibility and choose vibrant growth over stagnation. 

I’d love to hear what you think. Share this with your business mates who could use a nudge to show up more consistently. Let's do this together!

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/

When you think of someone disciplined, you might imagine someone who's up at the crack of dawn, who never hits snooze and has a spotless track record of getting everything done. 

Spoiler alert: that's not me. 

I have my fair share of skipped workouts and unread emails. But somehow, I manage to get the big, important things done. 

I've built a business and a life that I love, not because I have perfect discipline - not at all - but because I’ve figured out what’s important to me.

Discipline Where It Counts

I have discipline as one of my top strengths, but only when it counts the most. It's about getting a grasp on the things that are critical to me. For example, in my earlier years, I managed to buy four houses before the age of 30 while juggling a full-time HR role, running a side hustle and studying at university. Impressive? Perhaps. But not everything demanded the same level of discipline. My university work? Let's just say I did just enough to get by and that's perfectly fine because I'm more street smart than book smart.

When Discipline Becomes a Curse

Being disciplined also has a down side. Around 18 months ago, I pledged to walk 20,000 steps each day. At first, I thought it would be easy, but it soon became a borderline obsession. Missing a step count isn’t an option for me. While some might call it dedication, this level of discipline can also feel like a curse because I'm unable to let myself off the hook - ever. The decision-making strain disappears when discipline kicks in, but the inflexibility can sometimes be stifling.

What Are Your Big Rocks?

The million-dollar question is: What are your big rocks? What are the big things that matter to you and are you putting the discipline, the effort and the structure in place in those areas?

For some, it’s revenue. For others it’s visibility. Everyone's path to discipline and success is different so it’s about finding what resonates with you and being disciplined with the things that truly matter. 

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/

I have a secret: I've never felt smart. Despite how things might look from the outside, I wasn't academically bright growing up and school definitely wasn't my friend. My parents' divorce derailed my grades, I repeated year 10 and my grandfather's well-meaning attempts to pay me for A's didn’t result in a lot of money for me! 

But you know what? There are other kinds of smarts, and I’ve got them in spades! Today, I’m sharing the story that shaped who I am today and how I’ve come to understand what "being smart" truly means. We’re talking about the tension between being street smart versus book smart, and why our education system doesn't always recognise or reward different types of intelligence.

I share how I've learnt to lean into my strengths—business smarts, relationship building and an entrepreneurial spirit—rather than dwelling on traditional academic measures. If you've ever felt inadequate because you don't fit the conventional definition of intelligence, this episode will help you reconsider that narrative and recognise that your unique version of smart is absolutely worth celebrating.

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/

When I was 18 years old, I found myself living with my sister and her brand-new husband—not awkward at all, right? Up until that point, my living situation was a patchwork of arrangements. From couch-surfing with friends to renting short-term with my mum, stability seemed pretty elusive. So, when my sister graciously opened her doors, I moved in—a decision driven partly by need and partly by the hope of finding some semblance of security.

Today, I’m sharing how my sister encouraged me to enter the property market at the ripe old age of 18, and how my unconventional partnership with my Pop made my first home possible. This early start led to owning four properties by age 30 – but this isn't a story of glamour or effortless success. I reveal the genuine sacrifices behind the portfolio, from instant noodle dinners to social isolation.

I discuss how marriage and pregnancy transformed my perspective on what financial security truly means, and why selling properties to focus on one family home felt like progress rather than retreat.

This episode offers insights into getting clarity about what security means for you personally, making bold financial decisions and knowing when simplification is the right move. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or reassessing your current path, you'll discover practical approaches to defining and achieving your own version of security.

Join me as I explore how financial priorities evolve through different life stages, and why your unique financial story is always within your power to reshape.

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A lot of people tell me I’m optimistic - and I genuinely am! But not because I’ve had a charmed life. My glass half full perspective was formed out of necessity because as a child, I had no other choice but to just survive.

When you hear this story, you might wonder why I’m optimistic at all!

At 14 years old, my life changed dramatically. My parents divorced and a few years later, they both got remarried within a week of each other.  One week I was going to my dad's wedding with  a lady and her two daughters.  The next week I was going to my mum’s wedding with her husband  and their three children.

A little while later, I found myself homeless. Neither of my parents seemed to want me around and so I was forced to learn very quickly what it means to stand on your own two feet.

That's why I'm so passionate about helping other women break free from survival mode. Because while I learned to be resilient, my real mission isn't about teaching women to survive harder - it's about helping them build lives where they never have to white-knuckle their way through each day.

Your past is part of your story, but it doesn't have to be your whole story. No matter what your circumstances are, you get to choose what happens next. That's not just optimism talking - that's personal experience.

Emma McQueen:

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We've all experienced the live launch rollercoaster – where carefully planned schedules dissolve into late-night strategy sessions and compulsive stat-checking. For many entrepreneurs, this intense cycle of stress and exhaustion isn't sustainable.

Enter Kate McKibbin, founder of Hello Funnels and host of the "Doing It Online" podcast. Starting as a fashion blogger in 2007, Kate has evolved into a funnel specialist who helps businesses transition from chaotic live launches to systematic evergreen approaches. Her journey from MySpace-era blogging to automated business success offers some juicy insights for entrepreneurs looking for a more sustainable path.

In our conversation, we talk about live launches vs the evergreen model. While live launches can create exciting sales surges, evergreen strategies offer a more controlled, consistent approach to income generation. Though not a 'set and forget' system, evergreen funnels can provide the stability and freedom many entrepreneurs crave, without the repeated emotional and energy drain of live launches.

For those of us caught up in the hustle and flow of online entrepreneurship, it's easy to get swept away by shiny offers and the latest buzzwords. However, Kate encourages authentic reflection on what works for us, individually and business-wise. She also shares her wisdom on achieving consistency, stability and ultimately, freedom – the ‘f-word’ we entrepreneurs got started in the first place for!

Key Takeaways:

• Live launches can create unsustainable cycles of stress and burnout

• Evergreen funnels offer a more controlled, consistent income approach

• Success requires matching your launch strategy to your personal style and business needs

• Automation isn't about eliminating effort, but reallocating it strategically

• The goal is creating a business that works for you, not the other way around

Connect with Kate:

Website: https://hellofunnels.co/

Instagram: @hellofunnels

Podcast: Doing It Online

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://www.emmamcqueen.com.au/book/

There was a time in my life when I thought riding a motorbike would be a really great idea. You could call it an early midlife crisis. I had visions of myself as this leather-clad, high-heeled wonder woman, cruising through the city with perfectly windswept hair. I’d have a whole new biker wardrobe - It was going to be amazing.

After spending a small fortune on the bike, the leather pants (I loved them), the helmet, the jacket and all the gear, I thought it might be a good idea to get some lessons. 

Only a few months later, I woke up and the truth hit me harder than a bug on my helmet: I didn't actually like being a motorbike rider. So, I sold the bike and all my gear to someone else who would enjoy it. 

I could have made that mean something, like I was a failure for sinking a lot of money into this silly hobby that everyone told me not to do. I could have been embarrassed that I’d quit riding after just a few short months.

And was I? Not at all! 

Why? Because it's okay to admit when something isn't working. It's okay to try something and change your mind. It's okay to say, "Well, that was a terrible decision" and move on. 

It’s no big deal. What IS a big deal, is the meaning you give things.

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For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://www.emmamcqueen.com.au/book/