Focus on WHY

What happens when you search for purpose, only to discover the answers were inside you all along? Nathalie Cordell, coach and newly published author, shares her journey from corporate burnout to awakening her feminine wisdom and power. From struggling with imposter syndrome and spirituality to writing her transformative book and finding connection through vulnerability, Nathalie's story is one of service, self-discovery and healing. Exploring myths we live by, mental liberation and living authentically, Nathalie peels back the layers to reveal her midlife awakening. KEY TAKEAWAY "Your purpose, my purpose is very individual. As unique as your thumbprint, and if I could sum it up in a nutshell, it's just being more you, whatever that is." BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert – https://amzn.eu/d/084TqBcu Loving What Is by Byron Katie – https://amzn.eu/d/005H16PL Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl –https://amzn.eu/d/0cfhr5OI Awakening the Sleeping Queen: How to Reclaim Your Feminine Wisdom and Power by Nathalie Cordell - https://amzn.eu/d/01pd1Es3 ABOUT THE GUEST – NATHALIE CORDELL Nathalie Cordell is an accredited psycho-spiritual coach and writer of Soul Seeds on Substack, a space for women navigating the messy middle of life. After 20 years climbing the corporate ladder in pharma, she got tired of climbing and decided to see if she could fly instead. She retrained as a coach, earning an MA in Psychosynthesis Leadership Coaching. Now she helps women discover who they really are and reclaim their authentic power. Passionate about exploring life's mysteries and the depths of the human soul, her new book Awakening the Sleeping Queen guides women on the journey home to themselves. CONNECT WITH NATHALIE CORDELL https://www.cordellcoaching.com https://nathaliecordell.substack.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-cordell/ https://www.instagram.com/nathalie_cordell_coaching/ https://troubador.co.uk/bookshop/self-help/awakening-the-sleeping-queen ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Are you living your soul purpose or simply running a business by default? James Ainsworth explores the powerful reframe from business to purpose, sharing how a journey of heartbreak and spiritual growth ignited his passion for freedom and self-acceptance. Hear how firefighting, farming and ecstatic dance became metaphors for growth, and why embracing anxiety and fear can help you align with your soul's calling. If you're ready to push the edges of your comfort zone and find inspiration to live more authentically, you'll find opportunities for alignment. KEY TAKEAWAY "As long as I stay with the idea of purpose, or soul purpose, it allows me to not have to do the typical way of running a business. It's this level of being in presence, allowing stuff to come in and then taking inspired action." ABOUT THE GUEST – JAMES AINSWORTH James is an embodiment guide, retreat facilitator, and podcast host devoted to helping people reconnect with themselves in a deeper, more honest way. For 16 years, James has walked into burning buildings as a firefighter, forging an intimate relationship with fire — its chaos, destruction and rebirth. Through the Dragon archetype, he channels that same elemental force as purification, truth and sovereignty. Years of personal breakdowns, relationship initiations, and identity shedding led him into deep inner work, including therapy, men's work, embodiment practices, movement, energy healing, shadow integration, and archetypal exploration. At the heart of James' work is a simple truth: "Transformation doesn't come from becoming someone new, but from embodying who you already are." CONNECT WITH JAMES AINSWORTH https://www.facebook.com/james.ainsworth.50 https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-ainsworth-4a78b2149/ https://www.james-ainsworth.com https://www.instagram.com/james.ainsworth_podcast/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What would be the soundtrack for your purpose? Louise Camby shares the remarkable story of rediscovering her grandfather Johnny Douglas's original Marvel animation soundtracks from the 1980s, including iconic music from Spider-Man, Dungeons & Dragons and The Incredible Hulk. Bringing these long-lost scores back to life through streaming, vinyl and CD, Louise reflects on the emotional power of music, nostalgia and creative legacy. In this inspiring conversation, she explores purpose, family connection and the ripple effect of honouring the past while creating meaning in the present. Discover how preserving childhood memories through music became Louise's soundtrack to purpose illustrating the power of legacy. KEY TAKEAWAY "I think the more that we can think of the power of legacy for our family members, our friends, but within the working world, for our businesses, the greater impact that we can have going forward." ABOUT THE GUEST – LOUISE CAMBY Louise is a professional speaker giving talks on a range of topics that she is knowledgeable and passionate about to high end care homes and organisations like the U3A, WI, Probus, Rotary, townswomen's Guilds etc. Her topics include wildlife, Concorde and her grandfather. Louise is director of the family music business, cultivating her grandfather's legacy and keeping his music alive. He composed many film scores including the 1970 film The Railway Children. Louise has a great work life balance and enjoys many hobbies including snooker, cycling, photography and amateur dramatics. CONNECT WITH LOUISE CAMBY https://dulcimarecords.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisecamby/ https://www.facebook.com/johnnydouglastribute ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Mindset and confidence coach and photographer Sarah Hoyle shares her powerful journey from childhood bullying, toxic relationships, postnatal depression and years of undiagnosed health struggles to healing, resilience and self-acceptance. Combining 13 years of photography with mindset coaching, Sarah now helps midlife women in business step confidently in front of the camera and embrace who they truly are. In this inspiring conversation, she explores the impact of vulnerability, safe female spaces and rewriting the stories we tell ourselves. If you've ever struggled with confidence or self-image, this episode will inspire you to stop hiding and start shining beyond the lens. KEY TAKEAWAY "I am here to help women feel way more confident, to change up that narrative in their head, and then be able to step in front of my camera with all of that confidence so they are captured as their most authentic self, as the amazing businesswomen I know they are." ABOUT THE GUEST – SARAH HOYLE Sarah is a mindset and confidence coach, as well as a personal brand photographer, dedicated to empowering midlife women in business to feel confident, motivated, and joyful in both life and work. Through her unique blend of mindset coaching and empowering photography, she helps women break free from self-doubt, reconnect with their inner power, and show up authentically in their brands. Her mission is to help women feel truly seen and heard, so they can shine, both in front of the camera and within their businesses. With the right mindset, confidence, and energy, Sarah believes everything else begins to flow. CONNECT WITH SARAH HOYLE https://www.nurtureyoubrandphotography.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/nurtureyou_from_sarahhoyle/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahhoyle-nurtureyouphotography-and-coaching/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Finalist in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Coach and facilitator Sarah Perugia explores the realities of mid-career and midlife for women, from hormonal shifts and career pauses to the often unseen weight of emotional labour at home and within organisations. Sarah unpacks how bias, internalised beliefs and unequal systems continue to shape women's experiences, and why redefining success on your own terms matters more than ever. Through clarifying values and reconnecting with purpose, Sarah shares how women can move from feeling stretched and overlooked to truly flourishing. Sarah provides an invitation to pause, reflect on what you need and intentionally design a life that honours both your ambitions and your wellbeing. Passionate about supporting women on a mission, Sarah is turning invisible work into visible leadership. KEY TAKEAWAY "The thing that's exhausting them is 'invisible work'. It's the thing that no one else sees: all of the things on our minds, if we were to sit down and write a list and keep writing all the different things that we are thinking about that need doing, that we're planning, that we're organising, that we're worrying about." ABOUT THE GUEST – SARAH PERUGIA Sarah Perugia is a leadership coach who specialises in helping leaders uncover their purpose and lead with meaning, confidence, and humanity. With a background as a professional actor, she brings a powerful understanding of communication, performance and presence to her work — equipping leaders to connect deeply, communicate authentically, and act with clarity. CONNECT WITH SARAH https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-perugia-leadership-coaching/ https://www.sarahperugia.com ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What does it really take to build an extraordinary, purpose-driven life? After surviving two near-fatal brain injuries, venomous snakebites and tropical diseases, bat scientist turned social entrepreneur Dr Nancy R. Irwin has done exactly that — grounding her life in the simplicity of human connection. Drawing on her work in ecohealth, rainforest livelihoods in Papua New Guinea and policy, Nancy shares how her decisions are guided by one deceptively simple question: "Is it fatal?" If not, her approach is to keep going. Through calm, values-led choices and a deep commitment to service, Nancy reveals how small, intentional actions can shape a life of meaning — one rooted in justice, respect and sustainable impact. KEY TAKEAWAY "I think purpose often comes at some level of giving a bit of yourself to somebody else and I think that's where joy is." BOOK RECOMMENDATION "Is It Fatal?" by Dr Nancy R Irwin - https://www.isitfatal.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST – NANCY IRWIN Dr Nancy R Irwin is a sustainability scientist, strategist, and changemaker driven by one guiding purpose — to support people and help create balance between communities and the planet. Through her consultancy Amaterra (love the earth) and her not-for-profit NuraTerra (nurture the earth), Nancy works alongside communities to turn ideas into action and evidence into impact. Her work has empowered thousands of farmers, opened access to finance for the unbanked, and helped shape greener, fairer economies. Grounded in activism, science, and compassion, Nancy believes in the power of people to make the impossible possible. CONNECT WITH NANCY IRWIN https://www.amaterraltd.com https://www.nuraterrainc.com https://www.nancyrirwin.com ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Are you really as scam-savvy as you think? Trading Standards expert and CEO of Consumer Friend, Louise Baxter MBE, shares insights from more than 20 years working on the frontline of fraud and consumer protection. Louise reveals the hidden psychological, social and financial impact of scams, challenging common myths about who becomes a victim and why. She explores the role of language, literacy, loneliness and situational vulnerability, and explains why shame often keeps people silent. Louise also reflects on her own late neurodivergence diagnosis and how lived experience has shaped her passion for advocacy. A powerful conversation about the human side of fraud, the real impact of scams and living in a world of vulnerability. KEY TAKEAWAY "We are living in a world of vulnerability. 67% of us have a characteristic of vulnerability and at any pinchpoint of bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a house move, a period of financial shock, you could be targeted." ABOUT THE GUEST – LOUISE BAXTER MBE Fraud Expert and Consumer champion. Leader, regulatory, consumer vulnerability expert. Trainer. Joint CEO Consumer Friend, NED with extensive Board experience passionate and everyone should understand and be understood! CONNECT WITH LOUISE https://www.consumerfriend.org.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-baxter-mbe-77194337/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (2025 Business Book Awards Finalist) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What does it really take to feel seen, heard, and truly free? Coach and speaker Dave James shares his journey through anger, therapy, career change and personal challenges, showing how these experiences shaped his approach to being fully validated. He explains why he chooses frameworks over rigid structures, how his values of fun, freedom and fairness guide his work, and why feeling more—rather than knowing more—is his life's experiment. A candid conversation about vulnerability, growth and how anyone can choose to build frameworks for freedom. KEY TAKEAWAY "Freedom is choice, but for me, it's very much a felt thing. I know when I've got it, and my body and brain tell me when I haven't. It's because I've turned a framework into a structure." BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl - https://amzn.eu/d/00bDisD2 ABOUT THE GUEST – DAVE JAMES Dave James is a professional speaker, speaker coach, and TEDx speaker who helps people talk about what matters to them without freaking out. After working in healthcare, he swapped a clinical role for coaching and speaking, and now helps others find their stories and share them with confidence. His framework, How to Be a Happy Human, explores what it really takes to live and work with more presence, happiness, and resilience. Known for his mix of humour, humanity, and honesty, Dave helps people reconnect with themselves, their work, and the audiences they care about. CONNECT WITH DAVE https://www.davethecoach.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamdavejames/ https://www.instagram.com/iamdavejames/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Have you ever wondered how significant life-changing experiences reshape our sense of purpose? After a life-changing brain injury, Chandani Khan rebuilt her world through intentionality, acceptance and an unshakeable growth mindset. She shares how she navigated identity loss, moved from a deeply inward healing journey to outward service and now leads change in concussion care through patient-centred education and community. Chandani explores limiting beliefs, the idea of before, current and new selves, and the beauty of creating purpose from within. This powerful conversation focuses on resilience, identity and limitless potential. KEY TAKEAWAY "Sometimes you have to lose who you thought you were to discover who you truly are right now." ABOUT THE GUEST – CHAANDANI KHAN Chaandani Khan is the founder of Return to Life, a specialized practice that helps medical and allied health practitioners integrate a concussion-informed approach into services. She brings a wealth of knowledge gained through experience plus research, and is focused on leading systemic change in the delivery of concussion care. Six years ago a brain injury derailed Chaandani's life, which left her navigating PPCS (persistent post-concussive symptoms) and an overwhelming amount of loss. Preparing a cup of tea, washing clothes and sending a single email became monumental challenges and her familiar, fast-paced lifestyle appeared impossibly far out of reach. Attending years of recovery appointments and ingraining herself in the concussion recovery space allowed her to identify key gaps in service and systems, and the demand for a new path forward. CONNECT WITH CHAANDANI KHAN https://returntolife.ca https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaandanikhan ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Sharing his journey from performer and broadcaster to executive and leadership coach, trainer and speaker, Ed Jordan explores the mindset shifts that fuel creativity, confidence and meaningful reinvention. Drawing inspiration from thought leaders including Nancy Kline and Simon Sinek, Ed reflects on the transformative power of deep listening and authentic connection. He shares how joy, respect, gratitude and music have shaped both his personal story and professional purpose, offering practical insights for navigating setbacks and rediscovering creative flow. With a simple yet powerful invitation to breathe, believe and be brave, Ed invites you to reconnect with your values, reignite your spark and step forward with courage. This is how you walk in winning. KEY TAKEAWAY "When you remember that the winning is already walking inside of you, every step you take with gratitude and courage becomes a life lived on purpose." BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Time to Think by Nancy Kline - https://amzn.eu/d/0gWsWIUZ Creativity by John Cleese - https://amzn.eu/d/01dRYmtI RESOURCE How Great Leaders Inspire Action - Ted Talk by Simon Sinek - https://youtu.be/qp0HIF3SfI4?si=JX-xuAE8-uy5UVIR ABOUT THE GUEST – ED JORDAN Ed Jordan is a global keynote speaker, multi-platinum award winning musician and an executive and leadership coach. He spent the first 30 years of his career as a singer songwriter, TV and radio presenter, film composer and theatre producer in South Africa before joining the biggest bank in Africa as Global Head: Wealth Experience. Ed lives in the U.K. where he runs a professional coaching and training business and delivers inspirational keynotes and purpose workshops globally. His signature talk, 'Walk in Winning!' equips individuals and teams to step bravely into a new world. CONNECT WITH ED JORDAN https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-jordan-b99059111/ https://www.edjordaninc.com https://www.facebook.com/edjordaninc https://www.instagram.com/edjordaninc/ https://x.com/edjordaninc ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK* (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Rachael Edmondson-Clarke shares how a corporate breakdown became the breakthrough that aligned her life and leadership with her soul's contract. She reflects on how she chose presence over performance, leading with both head and heart and reporting for duty to a higher purpose. Through her honest stories of parenting, panic attacks and purposeful work with senior leaders, Rachael highlights how self-care, vulnerability and connection underpin meaningful leadership. To live intentionally, navigate change and create impact without sacrificing your wellbeing, this episode invites you to embrace presence, purpose and heart. KEY TAKEAWAY "We are all leaders in some way, shape or form and it's about remembering that leading well for good, it's not about power or perfection, it's about showing up is about presence, purpose and heart." BOOK RECOMMENDATION* The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey - https://amzn.eu/d/04QtDHJR ABOUT THE GUEST – RACHAEL EDMONDSON-CLARKE Rachael Edmondson-Clarke is a leadership coach, facilitator and founder of Ellevar. She works with conscious leaders and organisations who want to make a positive difference in the world. Blending behavioural science with the biology of performance, she helps people stay clear, energised and connected under pressure—without losing their humanity. Trusted by global brands and growth-focused businesses, Rachael's work brings science, strategy and soul together to create cultures where people thrive. It explores how we show up as the leaders our world needs—rooted in clarity, moved by courage, sustained by our capacity to steady ourselves, lead wisely and stay human. CONNECT WITH RACHAEL EDMONDSON-CLARKE https://www.ellevar.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaeledmondsonclarke https://www.facebook.com/rachael.edmondson.clarke https://www.instagram.com/rachaeledmondsonclarke https://www.tiktok.com/@rachael_edmondson_clarke ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and/or your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK* (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Are you living authentically, or hiding behind a mask? Master neuroplastician Robert Paris shares his powerful journey from deep personal pain to true liberation. By rewiring his own brain, Robert uncovered self-love, meaningful connection and a renewed sense of purpose — and now he's dedicated to helping others do the same. Through compelling storytelling, reflections on childhood experiences and practical coaching insights, Robert explores the power of understanding your why, overcoming limiting beliefs and nurturing genuine relationships at home and at work. Robert's work is changing the world, one brain at a time. Rediscover love, connection and purpose as you begin your own journey home reclaiming your identity. KEY TAKEAWAY "Take off the mask. Take off the armour. Show courage, address whatever inner fear or pain that you might feel, because when you do that, it's the most liberating thing you can do in your life. I can guarantee that 100%." BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* 1. You Versus Your Brain: Reclaiming Your Identity by Robert Paris - https://amzn.eu/d/1MqW0qu 2. The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas - https://amzn.eu/d/948JNCB 3. Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King - https://amzn.eu/d/8BSSHSS 4. The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum - https://amzn.eu/d/gqDPyke ABOUT THE GUEST – ROBERT PARIS Robert Paris is the President of Myelin Leadership International and one of fewer than 100 certified Master Neuroplasticians worldwide, having been internationally recognised in 2024 for pioneering the application of neuroscience in leadership and personal transformation. Through his innovative RENEW process, he has guided dozens of clients over the past few years to become more self-aware, confident and effective leaders—achieving results far beyond traditional coaching. Robert designs and facilitates leadership programs and team-building initiatives grounded in emerging knowledge of the brain, helping organisations and individuals understand how the brain often works against their best interests—and how to rewire it for resilience and growth CONNECT WITH ROBERT PARIS https://ww.myelinleadership.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-paris/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Feeling alone in life's transitions? Dawn Michele Jackson explores how unprocessed pain can quietly impact your wellbeing and relationships, and how moving through it can open the door to deeper purpose and genuine connection. Drawing on more than 30 years as a nurse alongside her own powerful healing journey, Dawn shares why emotional wellbeing is just as essential as physical health. She reflects on the brave decision to step away from a secure career to honour her true calling, the courage required to be vulnerable and the importance of practising self-kindness. Through conversations about emotional honesty, self-care and the strength found within supportive communities, Dawn reveals what it truly means to be seen, heard and valued emphasising how she believes you matter, you really matter. KEY TAKEAWAY "When we create a space to be heard, we gift ourselves and others the courage to heal, connect and truly be seen." ABOUT THE GUEST – DAWN MICHELE JACKSON Mindfully integrating three decades of nursing experience, Dawn combines her insight with her expertise as an Advanced Grief Recovery Method Specialist to help individuals heal their hearts, transform their lives, and rediscover joy. Dawn's healing journey led to her heartfelt mission to help others illuminate their inner light and transition from surviving to thriving. With a compassionate approach, she expertly guides her clients to attain mind, body, and spirit wellness. Dawn is the bestselling author of Journey to Peace and Healing and Journey to Self Discovery:100 Days of Soulful Reflections, as well as a contributing author to multiple international bestselling anthologies. CONNECT WITH DAWN https://www.dawnmichelejackson.com https://www.facebook.com/dawnmichelejackson https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-michele-jackson/ ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way. WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.