Confidence isn't something you're born with; it's something you build. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Kate Hayes, one of the leading experts in performance psychology. With a PhD focused on confidence in elite sport and experience supporting world-class athletes (including the Lionesses) Kate brings both cutting-edge research and real-world insight. We explore what confidence really is, whether women experience confidence differently to men, and how to build it in a way that's evidence-based, grounded, and lasting, so you can perform at your best when it matters most.

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If you've ever found yourself wondering, "What is happening to me?"… you are not alone. Perimenopause can feel like a slow and disorienting shift. In this honest and empowering episode, I'm joined by Dr Charlotte Gooding, GP and BMS-accredited menopause specialist, to explore perimenopause, HRT and breast cancer risk. We unpack the symptoms many women miss, the emotional impact of hormonal change, and the nuance around HRT safety, so you can make more informed, personalised decisions about your health. If you're navigating perimenopause, HRT decisions, or breast cancer fears, this episode will help you feel more informed, empowered and less alone.

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Have you ever been told you need more presence, more gravitas, or more confidence at work? In this episode, I'm joined by Louisa Preston and Luisa Baldini, co-founders of Composure Media and former BBC journalists, to explore how we can communicate with more confidence, composure and impact in high-stakes moments. They share practical tools for building executive presence, managing nerves, using body language more intentionally, and speaking with calm authority - without over-explaining, shrinking yourself, or trying to become someone you're not. A thoughtful, practical conversation for any ambitious woman who wants to be seen, heard and taken seriously at work.

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AI is everywhere right now, yet many women are still hesitant to use it.

In this episode, we explore the growing gender gap in AI adoption with Andrew Wyatt-Sames and Lucy Pitt, co-founders of Uptake AI.

Together, we unpack the "good girl mindset" and the fear of cheating, and share simple, confidence-building ways to start using AI tools with care.

We also tackle the big questions around ethics, confidentiality, and what's safe to share - so you can protect your standards and get back precious headspace.

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One of the most powerful things you can do as a leader and mother is build a team around you - because it really does take a village, both in work and in life. In this episode, I'm joined by the women behind the scenes of my business for an honest, practical conversation about how we work together as a high-performing remote team. We unpack the rhythms, communication habits, and supportive systems that keep everything moving, what we do when things go wrong, and the building blocks that help you create support you can truly trust. If you've been thinking, "I can't keep doing it all alone," this episode will show you what's possible.

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If you're working harder than ever but life still feels heavy, this episode is for you. Maker, Marker, Multiplier explores why doing more eventually stops working as your responsibility grows and life changes - particularly after becoming a parent. It offers a compassionate, relatable way to understand the leadership and identity shifts many working mums experience, and how to lead differently in the season you're in now.

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Since becoming parents, many of us find we have to work harder on our relationship than ever - not because it's wrong, but because life is full-on.

In this episode, I'm joined by relationship strategist and licensed therapist Katie Rössler to explore why couples slip into "roommate mode," how resentment and the mental load build, and what genuinely helps

You'll leave with practical habits you can start this week to rebuild teamwork, intimacy and trust - even in the busiest season. If you love your partner but feel a little disconnected, this is your reset.

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What if you could borrow the psychology behind elite sporting success and use it to lead, perform, and thrive as a working mum? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Kate Hays, Head of Women's Performance Psychology at the Football Association, working closely with Serena Wiegman and the England women's national football team. Kate pulls back the curtain on what performance psychology really looks like when the stakes are high and how those same principles apply to leadership, teamwork, and the daily reality of ambitious working motherhood. She shares what truly drives sustained elite performance, and how women can succeed under pressure without sacrificing their wellbeing.

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In this end-of-year reflection, I share three life lessons from 2025 and invite you to mine for the gold in your own year as you step into what's next with clarity, courage, and ease.

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What if the hardest moments in your life were actually clues to your purpose?

In this episode, Nicky explores how we can "decode" our purpose by looking back at the meaning markers in our story - the losses, turning points and everyday moments that quietly show us what really matters.

You'll learn a simple way to reflect on your own experiences, spot the patterns in what you care about, and take one small step towards a life that feels more aligned, alive and truly yours.

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