In this episode, I share some of the valuable lessons from a refreshing two-week trip to the United States.

I highlight the value of shaking things up, the power of spotters, cheerleaders, and collaborations, the flawed pursuit of perfection, and taking action to create conditions where you can expect the best.

At the end, I let you into an incredibly vulnerable moment that, ironically, left me feeling deeply valued and truly seen.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

o The benefit of disrupting routine to kick your brain into a new gear.

o The value of a ‘spotter’ to lighten the load.

o Trusting your intuition for successful collaborations.

o Taking imperfect action to unlock your best work.

o A better take on the saying ‘practice makes perfect’.

o Shifting your language to move from scarcity to abundance.

o A fun phrase to cheer yourself on.

o How choosing your environment can impact your results.

o How vulnerability can be the key to being seen.

Where to find me:

Website: Kim Payne

LinkedIn: Kim Payne

Instagram: @iamkimpayne

Facebook: KimPayne9Rok

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In this captivating episode, Suzanne Alexander, a seasoned Money Coach and Money Mindset Mentor, shares her remarkable journey from being a shy people-pleaser to becoming a fierce advocate for financial empowerment.

Her story shines a light on the power of self-discovery, embracing personal growth, and stepping outside comfort zones to live a more abundant life.

Suzanne's journey is marked by fierce independence and resilience, shaped through navigating life's many challenges.

She discusses overcoming childhood adversities, supporting her husband through a challenging cancer diagnosis, and grappling with the emotional complexities of fertility struggles.

Throughout our conversation, Suzanne discusses the importance of financial independence, the grief associated with identity loss, and the value of vulnerability in personal growth.

At the heart of Suzanne's message is the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with money.

She passionately encourages us all to see financial empowerment as a pathway to finding abundance and joy in our everyday lives.

What we cover in this episode:

o Empowering others, not rescuing them.

o Advocating for yourself and trusting your decisions.

o The impact of changing your environment to change your results.

o Recognizing that physical changes alone won't address internal confidence issues.

o Coping with significant life challenges like her husband's serious health diagnoses and fertility struggles.

o Using role modelling as a teaching tool.

o Navigating identity loss during career changes and managing unmet expectations.

o Embracing self-awareness, self-responsibility, and setting boundaries for personal growth.

o The importance of financial education in building security.

o Approaching money with compassion for a healthier relationship and a more abundant life.

More about Suzanne:

Suzanne is a Certified Money Coach who inspires professional women to break through their challenging money blueprint so they can build Confidence, Clarity, and Choice with their finances.

Formerly a financial adviser, she's been involved in the finance industry for over 18+ years.

She creates a safe space where you'll uncover the beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behavior you have around money so you can overcome the limitations holding you back and harness your money superpowers.

To take charge of your money story and step into your version of an abundant life.

Get in touch with Suzanne:

Website: Mindful Finances

Instagram: @mindful_finances

Facebook: Mindful Finances

LinkedIn: Suzanne Alexander

*Download your FREE Money Story Workbook here.

Where to find me:

Website: Kim Payne

LinkedIn: Kim Payne

Instagram: @iamkimpayne

Facebook: KimPayne9Rok

The Courageous Business Series of Masterclasses.

In this insightful conversation, Angela Metri, founder of spread.co, shares her inspiring journey from being the classic 'good girl' to boldly redefining her entire life.

Angela reveals pivotal moments of courage, including breaking free from family expectations, shifting from an established career in law to pursue entrepreneurship, and completely transforming her relationship with food, going from a 'fussy eater' to a passionate foodie.

We delve into Angela's delightful real-life "Notting Hill" style love story, uncovering how embracing uncertainty and redefining unhelpful labels opened doors she never imagined possible.

Angela also addresses the often-overlooked mental load that many of us carry, particularly around daily food preparation.

As a proud "supermarket dropout," she shares how curiosity and determination led to an innovative business idea to ease this daily burden.

We also discuss the challenges of scaling a business, the importance of addressing personal blind spots, and how nostalgia can influence our food choices and deepen our connections.

This episode is a delicious discussion about following what calls you, challenging the status quo, knowing what you want, and having the courage to go for it.

What you'll learn in this episode:

o How redefining labels and removing unhelpful ones can transform your life.

o The power of truly owning your decisions.

o How journalling and self-awareness can be your best friend.

o Ways to reduce the mental load of daily life.

o How a watermelon radish changed her life.

o Why being adventurous with food can be an avenue for personal growth.

o Reframing failures as stepping stones to what's next.

o The importance of finding your blind spots and addressing them.

o What we're really asking for when requesting a recipe.

o A random question that provides a gateway to meaningful connections.

Angela Metri is an ex-lawyer, ex-good-girl, ex-fussy eater and the founder of Spread, a personal food delivery service designed to replace the supermarket.

She’s dedicated to helping driven, health focused food lovers find their own personal food journey and enjoy as many of the 80,000 meals they'll have in their lifetimes.

Find out more about Angela:

Sign up to wait list at Spread.co

Instagram: @thespreadmethod

LinkedIn: Angela Metri

Read more about Angela’s perspective as a 34 year old at Models I Live By.

Check out these two relevant and clever posts written by Angela:

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Where to find me:

Website: Kim Payne

LinkedIn: Kim Payne

Instagram: @iamkimpayne

Facebook: KimPayne9Rok

The Courageous Business Series of Masterclasses.