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Stop People Pleasing Start Leading | Jay Floyd, Charlotte Robson & Cat Houghton, Ambika Devi | Ep 824

August 30, 2025 by Niiamah Ashong

“Discomfort is growth – when we’re avoiding discomfort, we’re limiting the growth of rooms we walk into.” Jay Floyd

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Jay Floyd, Charlotte Robson & Cat Houghton, and Ambika Devi in a raw conversation about stepping into your power. Learn how four successful coaches transformed their people-pleasing patterns into authentic leadership.

Timestamps:

0:00 Roundtable introduction with four coaches
2:05 Jay shares authentic leadership philosophy
7:36 Hidden costs of being yourself
11:14 Vulnerability creates safety for teams
16:00 People pleasing limits personal growth
20:06 What’s firing up each coach
27:42 Taking up space despite discomfort
34:12 Being enough in present moment
43:20 How to connect with guests
47:32 Charlotte’s final transformation insights

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The Cost of Staying Too Long | Natalie Francis-Clarke, Maryann Rivera-Dannert | Ep 823

August 28, 2025 by June

“Don’t be afraid, because the unknown is scary, but staying in your comfort zone is scarier.” Maryann Rivera-Dannert

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Natalie Francis-Clarke and Maryann Rivera-Dannert as they reveal why staying in your comfort zone is actually scarier than the unknown. Discover the moment these entrepreneurs knew their corporate work was done and how they built businesses aligned with their values.

Timestamps:

0:00 Roundtable conversation with trailblazers

0:48 Natalie shares nonprofit origin story

2:30 Maryann introduces empowerment solutions business

5:00 First time authoring experience

6:55 Corporate burnout leads therapy

10:17 Generational conditioning affects women caregivers

13:17 Friend’s tough love saves life

15:47 Surrounding yourself with achievers

20:40 Leaving misaligned corporate position

22:36 Fear acronym redefined powerfully

29:24 Learning when work is done

38:58 Inclusive leadership means boundaries

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Value Delivery Creates Expert Status | Mina Amso | Ep 822

August 26, 2025 by Niiamah Ashong

“The more you know yourself, the more you know your values, the more you know where you stand and who you want to serve.” Mina Amso

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Mina Amso as they explore how authentic storytelling through podcasting creates meaningful connections that transform both personal brands and business success. Discover why preparation amplifies presence and how being a “master connector” can revolutionize your impact.

Timestamps:

0:00 Mina introduces podcast PR company
0:27 Connecting people with podcast opportunities
2:03 Why podcasting over other mediums
4:39 Oprah’s influence on career change
7:59 Beyond PR – becoming a connector
11:10 Master connector creating intentional matches
16:59 Preparation enhances podcast presence value
20:04 Host shares podcasting journey origins
24:52 Quality versus quantity podcast strategies
32:22 Key insights from guest experience

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Confident Enough Beats Perfect | Stephanie Hayes, Alyssa Dver, April Roberts | Ep 821

August 23, 2025 by Niiamah Ashong

“Just do it and you’re gonna suck at the beginning, and it’s okay… we just have to keep flexing that muscle.” April Roberts

Join Niiamah with Stephanie Hayes, Alyssa Dver, and April Roberts as they break down the myth that you need certainty to succeed. These successful women share why being confident about being uncertain is your competitive advantage.

Timestamps:

0:00 Roundtable introduction begins
0:24 Stephanie shares business focus
1:06 April discusses CEO mentoring
2:03 Alyssa explains confidence work
4:15 Navigating uncertainty discussion starts
8:31 Confidence versus certainty explored
12:04 Heart versus head leadership
16:18 Building scalable business systems
21:41 Balancing feminine masculine energy
29:14 Power outage interrupts conversation
32:42 Fear and excitement connection

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Growth Hurts Less Than Regret Does | Brett Eaton, David Pisarra, Josephine Ijekhuemen | Ep 820

August 21, 2025 by Niiamah Ashong

“Become the person that you want to be around. Then all of a sudden, those people will find you.” Brett Eaton

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Brett Eaton, David Pisarra, and Josephine Ijekhuemen as they reveal why “it’s going to be uncomfortable either way.” Choose growth over regret in this powerful conversation about authentic leadership.

Timestamps:

0:00 Three trailblazers introduce themselves
0:46 Brett discusses uncomfortable growth
1:30 Dave teaches fathers custody
2:29 Josephine fights for justice
3:24 Courage in dangerous cases
8:48 Promotion versus self-service
16:46 Cost of choosing authenticity
24:45 Being outsider brings respect
37:00 Final takeaways for outliers
40:25 Connect with each guest

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Rediscover the Fire You Once Had | DR. Cathy Sarvis | Ep 819

August 19, 2025 by June

“I don’t want to speak from scabs. I want to speak from scars. Because if we’re speaking from scabs, we’re bleeding all over everybody.” Dr. Cathy Sarvis

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Dr. Cathy Sarvis as Dr. Cathy coaches Niiamah live on overcoming the trap of conventional success. Learn the difference between problem-solving and possibility creation, and why you might be using your legs when you have wings.

Timestamps:

0:00 Introductions and guest background
1:55 Corporate sales professional transformation story
5:30 Building outlier business approach
7:50 Childhood origins of helping others
10:07 Hidden costs of greatness
11:43 App creation from divorce journey
19:56 Live coaching session begins
32:26 Rediscovering wings and flying again
45:12 Passion versus security discussion
51:15 Final insights and takeaways

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