Network = Networth

In this episode of Network Equals Net Worth, Dalene sits down with Sahrit Weinstein, dance instructor, creative entrepreneur, author, and mom of three, to explore how courage is not about eliminating fear. It is about taking one small step at a time. Growing up in Jerusalem, Sahrit developed both a love for adventure and a deep sense of caution. Through personal stories of overcoming her fear of flying, publishing her first book, and eventually learning to love roller coasters she once swore ...

Justin Hillier has built his career around relationships, leadership, and helping people make confident decisions. From starting in sales at just 17 years old to leading award-winning teams in banking and insurance, his journey has been shaped by a commitment to serving others and creating meaningful connections. In this episode, Justin shares lessons learned from more than two decades of leadership experience across multiple industries, including banking, insurance, and mortgage lending. We ...

In this episode, we sit down with Teresa Myra, founder and owner of Career Catalyst Atlantic, a Nova Scotia-based organization created during the pandemic to help young people, and anyone seeking a fresh start, navigate their career paths with confidence. With over 30 years of experience across post-secondary education, nonprofits, and government, Teresa brings a wealth of insight into what it takes to build meaningful, sustainable careers. Through her work, she provides personalized one-on-o...

In this episode, we sit down with Ann Perry, a professional numerologist, Reiki Master/Teacher, #1 international best-selling author, and Certified Soul Coach who has been working in the healing arts for more than two decades. Ann shares how discovering Reiki in 2001 opened the door to a lifelong journey of helping others reconnect with their purpose, and how numerology soon became a powerful tool for gaining deep insight into her clients’ lives. We talk about the surprising ways numbers can ...

Amanda Johnson is an operations strategist and systems builder who helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs create calmer, more sustainable ways of working. After decades of trying to succeed in high-pressure environments that left her burned out, Amanda’s move to Uruguay, and a later autism diagnosis, reframed her entire career. She realized she hadn’t been failing; she had been navigating systems never designed for how she thinks and works. With a 30-plus-year career spanning medical IT and complex ...

In this episode, we’re joined by Ayooluwa Akande, better known as Ayo (Joy), a Financial Services Coordinator with the Government of Nova Scotia and the founder of ABC of Money. Born and raised in Nigeria, Ayo moved to Canada in 2019 to pursue a Master’s in Finance at Saint Mary’s University. What began as a deeply personal journey toward financial wholeness in 2022 evolved into a clear mission: helping people understand money in a way that feels simple, human, and empowering. Through her Lin...

From farm fields to boardrooms, labs to local businesses, Linda Best’s career is a powerful example of how curiosity, leadership, and community impact can intersect. Raised on an Annapolis Valley farm, Linda holds a BSc from Acadia University and built a distinguished career as a Medical Microbiologist and Gastroenterology Researcher, later serving as Director at the Capital District Health Authority. Beyond healthcare, Linda’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to operate an apple orchard and fo...

In this episode, we are joined by Kerryn Vaughan, an international speaker, author, facilitator, and podcast host who is known for inspiring people to step up, take action, and create meaningful change. Kerryn is the author of the award-winning book Magnificent Kids!, which became the catalyst for founding One Planet Classrooms, a global organisation supporting schools and communities in Africa through initiatives such as clean water solutions and student sponsorship programs. Her passion for...