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  • Turning Passion Into Profit with Community Artist Kelly Thorne

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    In this episode of the Starting Point Podcast, host Rodna Ntabeni welcomes Kelly Thorne, also known as Kex, a community artist and business mentor. Kelly shares her inspiring journey from being a probation officer to pursuing her passion in the arts and setting up a successful Community Interest Company (CIC). She discusses overcoming limiting beliefs, the importance of investing in personal development, and offers practical advice for young people and aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn how to leverage your passions, gain funding, and achieve sustainable income from your dreams.

    00:00 Introduction to the Starting Point Podcast

    00:49 Meet Our First Guest: Kelly Thorne

    01:22 Kelly's Journey: From Probation Officer to Community Artist

    03:47 The Birth of RAP Therapy and CIC

    05:54 Entrepreneurial Mindset and Learning from the Internet

    08:14 Advice for Young People and Aspiring Entrepreneurs

    11:24 Starting Your Own Projects and Overcoming Hurdles

    13:25 How to Connect with Kelly and Final Thoughts

    15:53 Conclusion and Inspirational Message

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    17 min
  • Beyond the Comfort Zone

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    Get Out of Your Feelings


    In this episode of the Starting Point Podcast, host Rodna Ntabeni discusses the importance of overcoming feelings that hinder progress. She shares personal experiences, emphasizing the need to push past discomfort and take steps towards achieving dreams and passions. The episode encourages listeners to confront limiting beliefs and embrace new challenges, even when they feel uncomfortable. Practical advice on networking, seeking mentorship, and staying committed to growth is provided, along with a reminder to stay aware of and manage one's emotions. The episode concludes with reflective questions to help listeners challenge themselves and improve incrementally.

    00:00 Introduction to the Starting Point Podcast

    00:19 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

    00:46 Get Out of Your Feelings

    02:40 Embracing Discomfort for Growth

    07:25 Networking and Learning from Others

    11:50 Homework and Final Thoughts

    13:12 Conclusion and Reflection

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    14 min
  • Becoming who you really are

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    The Power of Becoming


    In this episode of the Starting Point Podcast Rodna talks about the obstacles and limiting beliefs that stop people from achieving their dreams and suggests a mindset shift to focus on internal potential. She outlines a five-step process for success:

    1. Identify your desires.
    2. Use "I am" statements to affirm your identity.
    3. Study successful people in your field.
    4. Visualize your success in detail.
    5. Take daily actions toward your goals.
    She encourages a proactive approach, focusing on small, consistent improvements, and ends with a motivational message to recognize your greatness and take action.

    00:00 Introduction to the Starting Point Podcast

    00:53 Embracing the Journey of Becoming

    03:32 Identifying Your True Self

    05:13 The Power of Affirmation

    08:26 Research and Emulate Success

    11:10 Visualizing Your Success

    16:15 Taking Action Towards Your Dreams

    20:35 Conclusion and Reflection

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    22 min
  • My Starting point

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    In this episode of The Starting Point Podcast, I share my journey from a corporate career to discovering my true passions. Reflecting on my upbringing in Zimbabwe and my move to England, I talk about feeling unfulfilled despite achieving societal milestones. I emphasise the importance of identifying your purpose and passion and turning them into profit.

    I describe how I started a YouTube channel and coaching practice, driven by a feeling that there’s more to life than corporate success. I encourage listeners to begin their own journey of self-discovery, trust their abilities, and take small steps without comparing themselves to others.

    00:00 Introduction to the Starting Point Podcast

    01:00 Rodnan's Early Life and Background

    02:46 Academic and Career Journey

    04:17 The Turning Point: Feeling Unfulfilled

    05:27 Discovering Purpose and Passion

    06:50 Embracing Public Speaking and YouTube

    09:36 Taking a Career Break and Self-Discovery

    11:17 The Birth of the Starting Point

    17:09 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts

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    23 min
  • What do you want?

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    Welcome to The Starting Point podcast! I'm your host, Rodna—public speaker, coach, and entrepreneur. If you’re new here, check out our first episode. For everyone else, welcome to episode two!

    This podcast is all about aligning your purpose, passion, and profit. No more juggling side hustles—let's make your day-to-day life match your dreams.

    Today, we're tackling a big question: "What do you want?" This isn't just about listening; it's about transformation. We're diving deep to figure out what you really want in life, free from others' expectations.

    Here are some fun prompts to help you:

    • What's important to you?
    • What are your strengths and talents?
    • What kind of environment makes you thrive?
    • What impact do you want to make?
    • What would you do if time and money were no objects?

    This journey is about discovering your true self and breaking free from limits. Share your thoughts with our community—we’re in this together!

    Grab a notebook or your notes app, and let’s get started. What do you want? Reflect, write, and join us next week for more insights and inspiration. Let's make this journey fun and transformative!

    00:00 Introduction to the Starting Point Podcast

    00:49 Meet Your Host: Rodnan Tabani

    01:07 The Three P's: Purpose, Passion, and Profit

    01:30 The Power of Self-Discovery

    02:53 The Big Question: What Do You Want?

    07:16 Identifying Your Values and Strengths

    10:36 Finding Your Ideal Environment

    12:14 Impact and Legacy: What Do You Want to Be Known For?

    13:31 Exploring Your Passions Without Limits

    18:21 Practical Steps to Discovering Yourself

    20:58 Conclusion and Next Steps



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    22 min
  • Welcome to the starting point

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    Welcome to The Starting Point: Aligning Purpose, Passion, and Profit

    Welcome to 'The Starting Point' podcast's inaugural episode! Join your host, Rodna, a personal development and mindset coach and entrepreneur, as she introduces this exciting journey focused on aligning purpose, passion, and profit. Rodna shares her own journey of self-discovery and breaking away from societal expectations to pursue what truly brings joy. This episode covers the core themes of identifying personal passions, defining purpose, and turning those into profitable ventures. Get ready to embrace the unpolished, real-life process of achieving your dreams. Tune in weekly for insights, interviews, and inspiration!

    00:00 Introduction to the Starting Point Podcast

    01:19 Meet Your Host: Rodnan Tabani

    02:04 Purpose, Passion, and Profit

    03:43 Turning Dreams into Reality

    04:14 Monetizing Your Passions

    06:20 Personal Journey and Career Break

    08:22 Embracing Imperfection and Starting Messy

    09:38 Building a Community and Final Thoughts

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    13 min

About The Starting point

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Welcome to The Starting Point! I'm Rodna Ntabeni, your personal development and mindset coach, speaker, and new personal cheerleader. This is your safe space to dream big, plan smart, and…