How DOES she do it?!

How do you measure success? At the height of her career, Laura-Mai Edwards successfully climbed the corporate ladder to Chief of Staff for Reuters Editorial. Destination complete. Or so she thought. In fact, her journey was only just beginning as her mental health hit rock bottom.   Today Laura-Mai is the founder of Root Beginnings, offering mind-body coaching, seasonal workshops and retreats.   During this episode I quite literally take a deep breath and slow things down with Laura-Mai. We talk about her childhood, connecting with nature, seasons and the rhythm of life, braving the wilderness and committing to who you want to be, I’m also introduced to the beautiful concept of a Life Garden.  So, if you’re feeling uprooted, it’s time to tune in and get grounded.   I spent much of this conversation with my eyes closed… meandering. Take a listen and you’ll understand why - enjoy the show!   Connect with Laura-Mai: https://www.rootbeginnings.co.uk December Wellness Workshop: https://www.rootbeginnings.co.uk/workshops   Sponsors: Our sponsors for this week's episode are: Root Beginnings: https://www.rootbeginnings.co.uk Somatic Habit: https://www.somatichabit.co.uk   Connect with Jo:   December Networking link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-december-tickets-1022366675247?aff=erelpanelorg   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

11/25/24 • 51:16

Today’s guest is Career Confidence Coach, Nicola Semple, who talks candidly about taking control of her own career and how she now helps the people that she herself used to be! So, if you’re looking to take back control, fulfil your potential and find career happiness, Nicola is your woman; whether providing 1-1 coaching, hosting ‘The Career Confidence’ podcast, or via her new book "The Career Confidence Toolkit: Take Control of Your Career and Fulfill Your Potential."    This episode is jam packed with anecdotes and advice to help you on your road to discovery. How does your career fit in with your life? If you don’t know where you’re going, how will you ever know when you get there?   We talk about living in alignment with your values, creating a vision for your future life and shifting your beliefs to support your vision. Nicola also shares a refreshing perspective on mum guilt – prepare to be inspired. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Nicola: www.nicolasemple.com The Career Confidence Toolkit: https://tinyurl.com/NicolaSempleBook   Sponsors: Our sponsors for this week's episode are: Root Beginnings: https://www.rootbeginnings.co.uk Somatic Habit: https://www.somatichabit.co.uk   Connect with Jo:   ‘Ahead of the Curve’ FREE masterclass: https://howdoesshedoit.life/links/   Networking link on Eventbrite: December: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-december-tickets-1022366675247?aff=erelpanelorg   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

11/12/24 • 58:23

Is your nervous system feeling a little frayed? Do you trust and recognise your feelings? In today’s episode I’m delving even deeper into the practice of Somatic Movement as a means to connect with our physical and emotional wellbeing.   And I’m delighted to welcome Nahid De Belgeonne, Somatic Movement Educator, breath and yoga teacher and author of ‘Soothe – the book your nervous system has been longing for’. Using movement to process and regulate emotions is something that Nahid has practised intuitively throughout her life, and now she specialises in teaching people with burnout, chronic anxiety and trauma issues.   Nahid has lived such a varied life and achieved so much working across some very different business sectors, but Nahid discovered that working hard comes with its own challenges as she found herself floundering on the edges of burnout.   We cover a lot during this discussion including work culture, the need for self-reflection, searching for ‘something else’ in midlife, the complexities and simplicities of the nervous system and how to bring about change.   So, let’s all just take a breath and prepare to get curious as we delve deeper into the body and mind… Enjoy the show!   Connect with Nahid: https://www.thehumanmethod.co.uk   Nahid offers a 12 week programme online called The Soothe programme: The Soothe Programme Self-paced (thehumanmethod.co.uk)   Sponsors: Our sponsors for this week's episode are: Root Beginnings: www.rootbeginnings.co.uk    May Glen Design: email: mayglendesign@gmail.com Instagram: @mayglendesign   Connect with Jo:   Networking link on Eventbrite: November: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-november-tickets-1022363355317?aff=erelexpmlt   December: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-december-tickets-1022366675247?aff=erelpanelorg   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

10/29/24 • 53:02

This week my conversation is with Karen Statner, a clinical somatic educator, the founder of Somatic Habit, and author of “Somatic Movement – Restoring Functional Pain Free Movement Towards Connection and Wholeness.’ If somatic movement is a new concept for you, you need not worry, just allow Karen to guide you over the course of our conversation.   For anyone living with pain, or who simply wants to connect with their body on a deeper level, this is the episode for you! Enjoy the show!   Connect with Karen: Website: www.somatichabit.co.uk Instagram: @somatichabit   Sponsor: Our sponsor for this week's episode is www.SBTutoringuk.com - head on over for more information.   Connect with Jo:   Networking link on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-october-tickets-1006934667697   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

10/15/24 • 47:42

This week’s conversation is with scientist turned tutor, and owner of SB Tutoring, Sarah Brouner. Sarah is a multi award winner, including Professional Tutor of the Year 2022, Homeschooling Tutor of the Year 2023 and SEN Tutor of the Year 2024, so you’ll understand when I say that she really knows what she’s doing! But as you’ll find out, there is SO much more to Sarah than her awards; working with children in a range of environments, and whether neurotypical or diverse, Sarah positively impacts her students by creating a lifelong curiosity and love of learning whether mainstream or home schooled, giving children and teens confidence with their learning and opening up their ability to reach their full potential. Her approach is so empathetic, and truly tailored towards the students she is working with, you can’t fail to be inspired! Whether you are considering working with a tutor or indeed becoming one, or you’re a business owner who is looking for someone to look up to, this is the episode for you! Enjoy the show!   Connect with Sarah: Website: www.SBTutoringuk.com   Facebook & Instagram: @SBTutoringuk LinkedIn: Sarah Brouner Youtube: @SBTutoringUK Sponsor: Our sponsor for this week's episode is www.SBTutoringuk.com - head on over for more information. Connect with Jo: Networking links on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/jo-ferrone-11268419623   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

10/1/24 • 51:30

In this episode I welcome Louise Brooks back to the podcast… and what a joy it was too! I’d call this less of an interview and more of a conversation (a REALLY LOVELY ONE!) – a bit like one you’d have with one of your close friends, but the beauty of this one is that not only has Louise become a friend to me, but she is an exceptionally wise, inspiring and compassionate parenting coach as well. As you’ll hear, we both allowed ourselves to get really open and honest, and in doing so, we were able to unpick situations and challenges that we’ve individually faced. There are so many golden nuggets for you to take away including some around self-belief and confidence, parenting and being brave.  I trust this episode is one that will offer you comfort, reassurance and permission to draw breath whilst recognising just how far you have come on your own journey. Enjoy the show! Connect with Louise: Website: https://louise-brooks.com   Email: mail@louise-brooks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parenting_with_louise?igsh=Ym51b3o5amZzbHU3   Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/curious-not-furious/id1659262918   Ella’s Devon: https://www.instagram.com/ellas.devon?igsh=MTE0MGNnM3RrdGcwYg%3D%3D Sponsor: Our sponsor for this week's episode is https://www.kindnessforsuccess.co.uk/ - head on over for more information. Connect with Jo: Networking link on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-october-tickets-1006934667697 Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

9/17/24 • 65:16

In today’s episode I return from my podcast pause and in doing so share an honest account of how I at last got around to recording this return episode. It’s short and sweet, honest and open. Hopefully quite relatable too! Before you tune in I want to take this opportunity to invite you to my networking event which is taking place in Surrey on Tuesday the 1st of October.  We have a beautiful new location and I’d love you to join me. To see all the details of this warm and welcoming event simply click on the Eventbrite link below for more details and to secure your ticket.  Please note you don’t need to be a business owner to attend…come along for all the support and inspiration you need, wherever you’re at in life. Enjoy the show! Networking link on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-surrey-october-tickets-1006934667697 Sponsor: Our sponsor for this week's episode is https://instagram.com/soulvoicebyjoferrone - head on over to Instagram for more.   Connect with Jo: Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

9/3/24 • 11:14

Today I speak with Kate Eckman, a broadcast journalist, TV personality and author of The Full Spirit Workout: A Ten-Step System to Shed Your Self-Doubt, Strengthen Your Spiritual Core, and Create a Fun and Fulfilling Life.   Kate brings her expertise in communications, performance, and mindfulness to her practice as a success coach for business leaders and professional athletes. Passionate about mindfulness practices for both brain and body health, she is also a meditation teacher and course creator for the Insight Timer app.   It is important that I let you know that we speak about suicidal thoughts and indeed suicide of loved ones in this episode, and so if this is something you might find triggering, it might be best to skip this one.   In this conversation, we cover the importance of talking about our struggles, and Kate shares how she has been thankful for complete turmoil at times in her life, deeming it a gift and a treasure once out the other side. We of course talk about her book and she shares how once you get to a certain level of inner spirit fitness you will see the effects across your life … improved relationships, more creativity, higher level performance to name but a few!   For those who have never done a spiritual practice, Kate has a fabulous and achievable starting point for you, so tune in to find out. We cover so much in this deep and meaningful conversation and I know you will take so very much from it … Enjoy the show!   Connect with Kate:   www.kateeckman.tv    www.thefullspiritworkout.com   https://www.instagram.com/kateeckman/      Connect with Venus Nutrition:   Our sponsor today is Venus Nutrition, a team of health specialists supporting women through all stages of life. Venus are offering 10% off their programmes, just click on the below link and mention this podcast when booking: https://www.venusnutrition.co.uk/venus-one-to-one-reset   Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

4/6/23 • 45:55

Today I speak with Ciara Attwell founder of My Fussy Eater & Pick Plates. As well as running two businesses, Ciara is a food writer, photographer and cookbook author too! Through her own personal experience of fussy eating kids, Ciara gives practical advice on how to overcome picky eating at home and encourage a more varied and healthy diet. Since launching her website in 2014, Ciara has gone on to help thousands of families with her quick and easy recipes and food ideas for children. In 2018 Ciara launched her recipe App and also published two cookbooks, both of which have been bestsellers in their categories – her third cookbook hit the shelves at the beginning of 2023.   In 2020 Ciara launched Pick Plates, a children’s tableware brand designed to help picky eaters, children with autism or children with sensory food aversions to improve their eating and overall relationship with food.   In our conversation Ciara shares her journey from the very beginning which I always find so very fascinating! She offers an insight to so many of the wise moves she made along the way, where she learned her online business skills from and how she did it, whilst parenting a toddler and a new born. There are so many golden nuggets for you to feast on! Ciara’s business has continued to grow from strength to strength and there is no sign of this go-getter easing up as she continues to develop new ideas, business areas and her team as well. Enjoy this chance to get inside the head of a bold and fearless business owner who has so much to share! It was an honour to chat with Ciara and I know you’ll take so much from it too. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Ciara:   https://www.myfussyeater.com https://pickplates.com https://www.instagram.com/myfussyeater/ https://www.instagram.com/pickplates/   The Fuss-Free Family Cookbook https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fuss-Free-Family-Cookbook-separate-children/dp/1788707532/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ciara+attwell&qid=1678965758&sprefix=ciara+%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-1   We're Hungry! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Were-Hungry-Cooking-Family-Fuss-Free/dp/1788703596/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=ciara+attwell&qid=1678965758&sprefix=ciara+%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-4   My Fussy Eater https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0799MMLSD/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i2     Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

3/16/23 • 63:28

Today’s conversation is with Caroline Stafford, founder & creator of The Kitsch Hen. The powerful mission of this beautiful business is to spread kindness and brighten people’s days with hand-stamped biscuits.    As with so many of the business owners I interview, Caroline didn’t ever ‘plan’ to launch a business in biscuits and it was nothing like her previous jobs, rather it evolved directly from her heart, when despite going through a horribly tough time in her own life, she thoughtfully crafted hand-stamped biscuits with messages of love, hope and encouragement for those she knew who were also facing struggles. Of course these biscuits were gratefully received and Caroline realised that if she loved sending them to friends and family in their moments of need, then she surely couldn’t be the only one. And so her business journey began. Caroline speaks with grace & vulnerability as she shares the tough times she faced during a 10 year long IVF journey; she shares how the business was one of the things that kept her afloat. The Kitsch Hen is something Caroline has nurtured and loved and it gives her true sense of purpose and meaning.   We talk around the ups and downs of running a business and how slowing down when you run a business is hard yet so important. We also touch on finding balance (and if it’s even possible!) as well as creating a life that feels good over looking good.   Listen on to hear more of Caroline’s story & wisdom and be sure to check out her website too!   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Caroline: https://www.the-kitsch-hen.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/thekitschhen/   Our sponsor today is female owned business Urbansize, a furniture brand founded by Sallie King following a fruitless search for stylish furniture for her tiny Greenwich flat. Listen to hear how Urbansize pieces can help to maximise space in smaller homes, making the most of those precious square feet. Connect with Urbansize:   https://urbansize.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/urbansize_home/   Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

3/2/23 • 57:07

Today’s conversation is with Sallie King, a former lawyer turned furniture designer who started her own furniture brand Urbansize in 2015. Having grown frustrated at the lack of petite furniture basics when she moved into her flat in Greenwich, Sallie decided to design her own instead, before making the bold move to build herself a new career entirely.     We talk about her sources of inspiration, her determination not to take ‘no’ for an answer, and some of the personal obstacles she has had to navigate throughout the process. Sallie shares so much authenticity and wisdom in such a relatable way, I just know you’ll find it as inspirational as I did!   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Sallie: https://www.instagram.com/miss.sallieking/  https://www.instagram.com/urbansize_home/  www.urbansize.co.uk     Our sponsor today is female owned business Dr Bri’s Vibrant Pelvic Health. Check out her fabulous offer to listeners of the podcast, who can enjoy $20 off her BEGIN mini course to support Pelvic Floor function, and see a short video explaining more about it too.   Link to discount & explanatory video: https://bit.ly/begin20off   Connect with Dr Bri:   https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/   https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com     Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

2/16/23 • 50:24

This week’s interview is with Anna Coates, a Hatha yoga teacher and accredited Menopause Yoga teacher with an endless passion for sharing the magic of yoga with her community.   After experiencing first hand how yoga can provide support and comfort as she navigated a challenging phase of her life, Anna is now on a mission to create nurturing, friendly and supportive spaces for her students to enjoy the incredible range of physical and emotional benefits that yoga has to offer.    In today’s conversation we talk peri menopause and menopause, and how yoga can be such a beneficial practice during this time. In this accessible and informative chat, you’ll just love Anna’s smooth and reassuring voice. Anna shares with such openness and vulnerability which will touch you all deeply. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Anna:   www.annacoatesyoga.com   https://www.instagram.com/annacoatesyoga/     Our sponsor today is female owned business Dr Bri’s Vibrant Pelvic Health. Check out her fabulous offer to listeners of the podcast, who can enjoy $20 off her BEGIN mini course to support Pelvic Floor function, and see a short video explaining more about it too.   Link to discount & explanatory video: https://bit.ly/begin20off   Connect with Dr Bri:   https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/   https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com     Connect with Jo:   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?: https://howdoesshedoit.life Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

2/2/23 • 58:25

Today I’m excited to bring you Kendra Alley, a barre instructor and so much more. Kendra’s business, barreALLEY, is a virtual fitness company offering new classes each week that are jam-packed with low-impact, dynamic movements of opposition paired with balance and cardio to promote proper body mechanics, endurance and posture. In this episode, Kendra explains how fracturing her back as a gymnast in her twenties led to her unexpected discovery of Yoga, which went on to change her life in many wonderful ways. She shares how doing her own thing attracted the interest and intrigue of others which then lead to her friends asking her to teach them, and so a successful and extremely positive business was born.   We talk about how consistency is Kendra’s superpower, and about what happened when her passion-fuelled business ‘ran out of fuel’ and what she had to do for herself, her health and her three children too.   So much is shared and uncovered; I know you’ll find it fascinating!     Connect with Kendra:   https://www.instagram.com/barrealley/   https://www.barrealley.com   Watch Kendra’s Instagram reels video we mentioned here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cl4pBFeggL1/   Our sponsor today is female owned business Dr Bri’s Vibrant Pelvic Health. Check out her fabulous offer to listeners of the podcast, who can enjoy $20 off her BEGIN mini course to support Pelvic Floor function, and see a short video explaining more about it too.   Link to discount & explanatory video: https://bit.ly/begin20off   Connect with Dr Bri:   https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/   https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com     Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

1/19/23 • 57:02

In today’s episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Kelly and Gemma, the founders of Songbird Sessions, providers of inspired song and vocal coaching, and so much more! Having worked with a host of superstar artists, and featured on some of your favourite prime time television shows, its no wonder that this conversation relays observation, wisdom and inspiration in equal measure. If you’re even slightly lacking faith in your life path, this episode will re-energise your journey and give you the confidence to know the way! Enjoy!   Connect with Kelly & Gemma:   www.songbirdsessions.com   https://www.instagram.com/songbirdsessions/   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/  

1/5/23 • 60:49

In today’s episode, I introduce my first mystery guest! Not only that, but this guest is a little different from those I’ve interviewed in the past, but I can assure you, it’s well worth tuning in to …!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

12/8/22 • 42:34

In today’s very personal solo episode, I confess how my need for connection lead to a moment of clarity, a change in circumstance and a change for the better. Intrigued? Listen on for more..!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at our December networking event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-does-she-do-it-networking-guildford-december-tickets-347280895507   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/

11/24/22 • 32:14

A super-short podcast this week; you’ll have to listen in to hear why!   Links to the forthcoming networking events are below; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/jo-ferrone-11268419623   Tickets are limited so book yours as soon as you can!  

10/13/22 • 06:28

Esther Bullock started The Goldfinch Kitchen to showcase her talent for creating honest, natural and delicious cakes and patisserie. A former HR professional, Esther started her venture after having her two children, when she turned her passion for baking with natural ingredients into a thriving and successful business. Based in the heart of Surrey, she is renowned for her unique and artistic wedding and celebration cakes, and is a highly commended finalist in the Surrey Life Food & Drinks Awards, a finalise in The Family Network Best New Business Awards, and she has delivered more than three hundred cakes to a wealth of happy recipients!   This conversation has a beautiful energy to it, and it was wonderful to hear Esther’s joy and passion flow as she talked about creating delectable cakes for special occasions, and I loved hearing about all the layers of connection that occur in her work.   This business is personal and the unique experience Esther offers is something very special indeed.   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/     Connect with Esther:   www.thegoldfinchkitchen.com   https://www.instagram.com/thegoldfinchkitchen/   https://www.facebook.com/thegoldfinchkitchen     Book recommendations from Esther:   Let it go - Dame Stephanie Shirley https://www.amazon.co.uk/Let-Go-Extraordinary-Entrepreneur-Philanthropist/dp/0241395496   The Discomfort Zone - Farrah Storr https://www.amazon.co.uk/Discomfort-Zone-What-Living-Fearlessly/dp/B07D5HY1PF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+discomfort+zone&qid=1664481346&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjI5IiwicXNhIjoiMS43MyIsInFzcCI6IjIuMTEifQ%3D%3D&s=audible&sprefix=the+discomfort+zone%2Caudible%2C99&sr=1-1   The Invisible Revolution- Nicola Huelin https://www.amazon.co.uk/Invisible-Revolution-empowered-Mumpreneurs-Inspiration/dp/1910056618/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=25AKQFZJ6359I&keywords=nicola+huelin&qid=1664461380&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjgwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=nicola+huelin%2Caps%2C84&sr=8-2   Quote from Ruth Oshikanlu “It has taken a village to raise the mother who can raise her child and grow her business at the same time.” 

9/29/22 • 49:09

My conversation with Forest school trailblazer Florence Lacroix was a sheer delight, and I just love all she shares, from her raw honesty about the career she stepped away from to the many gems of wisdom that she offers.   She reveals how she left her teaching role to open a beautiful Forest School in Buckinghamshire called Tales and Trails, only to have the pandemic wreak havoc with her newly formed business. Undaunted, she started running ‘Mindfulness in Nature’ workshops, helping realise the magic that shines when like-minded women get together and allow themselves to be all that they are.   Her latest offering, titled ‘Your Path,’ goes further still, providing workshops, mindful walks and an online library of guided meditations to listen to on-the-go or at home; all with one purpose in mind, to allow every woman who crosses her path to discover their inner light and shine it on the world.    This episode is gentle, nurturing and I believe exactly what we need right now … enjoy the show.      Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Florence: https://www.instagram.com/to_your_path/  https://www.facebook.com/toyourpath  https://www.instagram.com/talesandtrails_forest_school/  https://www.facebook.com/talesandtrailsforestschool  Email: florence@talesandtrails.co.uk 

9/16/22 • 53:20

Mel Hemmings launched Bare + Fair ‘zero waste’ & refill shop after being inspired by the Zero Waste movement and her own family’s attempts at living more sustainably. Mel is passionate about encouraging people to take their next sustainable step, wherever they’re at on their journey. In this inspiring and educational conversation that we all need to hear, Mel talks of how her shop really began from the seed of an idea in her home and how her support network meant she could make this goal reality, during a pandemic no less! We talk around where our recycling can actually end up once it’s left our roadside collections, how we can start doing our bit by making small changes and Mel also shares the reality of growing a business alongside a family. Enjoy the show!!     Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Mel: https://bareandfair.co   https://www.instagram.com/bareandfair.co/

7/29/22 • 53:29

Riyaza Rodriguez is the Founder and creative vision behind Rock Paper Roses, a female led family owned online jewellery store. We cover so much in our conversation, including taking a career break after a health diagnosis, how Rock Paper Roses started small with just 4 products in the initial launch and Riyaza’s customer base starting from tapping into her local community of friends and family before taking off from there. We talk about how simple styling with jewellery can really boost your confidence as well as transform your outfit, and the importance of finding boundaries with social media in our businesses – down to recognising if an account triggers us and how do deal with it as well as how to monitor and limit our overall phone use. So many ideas shared! Riyaza has also made available a very kind offer of a discount code for ALL of my podcast listeners; simply head on over to https://rockpaperroses.com and enter the code Jo15 at the checkout in order to get 15% off your purchase.   Enjoy the show!!     Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/     Connect with Riyaza: https://rockpaperroses.com

7/15/22 • 46:39

My guest this week is the sassy and vivacious Susie Hasler, founder of Styled By Susie – a business (and movement!) helping women with their confidence by dressing for their body shape and colour.   Susie’s life purpose is to show every woman her true and full potential, and to look and feel good in her clothes without permission from anyone else. Though she’s a personal stylist, Susie says that style goes so much further beyond clothing alone.   We get personal in all senses of the word in our conversation; Susie shares wisdom, tips and reassurance as a personal stylist around finding style confidence and she talks with openness and authenticity about herself; not just running her business but in life as well.   I know you’re going to love this episode and all the takeaways it offers you, so thanks again for listening, and enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Susie: Website: https://styledbysusie.co.uk   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/styled.by.susie/

7/1/22 • 54:40

My guest this week is Izi Friend. Izi runs The Piltatiz Tribe – which offers online pilates at home or on the go. Izi created this flexible space to ease any aches and pains and help you achieve a supple body and adaptable mind.   As you listen to our conversation, you’ll hear that Izi indeed practices what she preaches and like so many of my guests, it was through her own health challenges that she came to find something that made an incredible difference to her life and so to then train and offer this gift to many others has been a beautiful and rewarding part of her journey.   Izi has been starting her day right for a few years now, and I don’t doubt that focussing on that helped her to make a big and brave move during the worldwide pandemic which we talk about.   In this heartfelt and vulnerable conversation, Izi shares so much and offers hints and tips for you all too. Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Izi:   The Pilatiz Tribe: https://www.pilatiztribe.com https://www.instagram.com/izifriend/ 

6/17/22 • 46:36

And so, today I chat with the fabulous Helen Moynihan! My wonderful guest today is Helen Moynihan; a Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach and owner of Venus Nutrition. Together with her colleague Victoria she supports women who want to invest in their health and get back to their 'best self'. They have a specialist interest in diabetes, pre-diabetes and other metabolic disorders. They also support clients to regain energy, reach a healthy weight, combat symptoms and with conditions related to hormonal disruption such as PCOS, endometriosis, sub fertility and menopause. Helen is also the resident nutritionist for The Fertility Method, is a senior business mentor at Zest4Life and a guest lecturer at The Institute for Optimum Nutrition.  This is a fabulous conversation to return with as it is super-relatable for us all, as we are human beings! Amongst other things, Helen is here help make you aware of and guide you towards balancing your blood sugar. You might be struggling with your energy, sleep or need guidance on getting on top of meal planning. Helen shares some incredible guidance, as well explaining why following it works. Best of all, you can start today and you’ll notice the positive differences quicker than you might think! Helen’s guidance is totally accessible and if you’re not sure where to start on your journey to better health, then listen on – this can be your first step … Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Helen: Website www.venusnutrition.co.uk Free facebook group – Venus Health Hub https://www.facebook.com/groups/736999803134503  Instgram https://www.instagram.com/venusnutrition/  Free 30 minute Health & Energy Review https://linktr.ee/venusnutrition  Menopause Café - https://linktr.ee/venusnutrition   

6/3/22 • 53:17

Today’s conversation is with the wonderful Helen Snape, a Healthy Relationships Coach who helps ‘good girls’ grow their guilt-free ‘No’ and find fulfilling relationships by building boundaries, confidence and effective communication skills. Helen has been coaching for over 10 years now and is qualified in mindfulness, body-oriented coaching and coaching with trauma as well as having a degree in psychology.   There were so many ways I could have taken our chat, but I chose the over-arching topic of people-pleasing for us to break down and share with you – I don’t doubt you’ll find it as fascinating as I did. As well as learning about the effects of and potential reasons behind people pleasing, I made sure to ask Helen for some easy tips for any of you who recognise this trait and might like to begin alleviating it from your lives, whether personal or professional – Helen’s tips will help all round!   Connect with Jo: Email me to book a 1:1 Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/     Connect with Helen: Free download of 'Building Healthy Boundaries - an over-giver's guide on when to say Yes and how to say No in relationships': https://www.helensnape.com/free   Follow Helen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helen.snape/  

3/4/22 • 51:42

In an era with so much external messaging cluttering our minds, Jo feels its important to get quiet, thoughtful and focussed on ourselves every now and then. In this episode Jo shares her belief in the power of stepping back, reflecting on what has been, and then using this opportunity to think clearly about how to move forward at the beginning of a new year. Doing so allows clarity of mind with which to identify a personal theme or focus with which to guide yourself through the year. Jo shows her ‘word of the year,’ and poses a series of questions to help you identify your own.   Connect with Jo:   Purchase tickets for the Reflection Workshop here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2021-reflection-workshop-with-jo-ferrone-tickets-261767161627?fbclid=IwAR2xc8mAAgCp3ICmCfd633wg8Ir6d6Bo3A9OT0xCTyIk0qFKRrtAgzhJ27g Learn more about my Mastermind here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZZAqH5qbYZ/?utm_medium=copy_link Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

2/4/22 • 31:46

I know you’re going to love this episode with award winning coach, speaker and author Natalie Costa, whose ‘Power Thoughts’ coaching has helped thousands of children worldwide discover the tools to help them feel calmer, happier and more empowered! This conversation is SO interesting and there is much variety as the episode unfolds; Natalie’s journey to becoming a business owner, the way her business has morphed over time and how things are so different now regarding talking openly about emotions and mental health. We of course cover topics around parenting where Natalie shares some gorgeous mantras, but there is lots for all of us adults to take away for ourselves too, whether you’re a parent or not. Enjoy!!! Connect with Natalie:   Website: https://www.powerthoughts.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerthoughtsnc/   Free PDF '5 steps to navigate big feelings: https://www.powerthoughts.co.uk/big-feelings   Connect with Jo: Learn more about my Mastermind here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

1/21/22 • 46:37

Suzy Reading is so many things, all wrapped up into one incredibly powerful whole; a mother of two, an author, a chartered psychologist, a yoga teacher, a leading practitioner and advocate of self care, and so much more. In this conversation, we explore how her passion for self care was sparked when her experience of motherhood collided with the terminal illness of her father, and how she has subsequently channelled that in order to help other people manage their stress, their emotions, and to re-charge their ‘energetic bank balance.’   In this wonderfully open and insightful conversation, we discuss topics such as; - How she accidently moved to the UK, when a two month holiday turned into a seven year stay! - Starting a personal training business whilst at University - When she moved back to Australia to start a family, she was faced with the terminal illness of her father, an especially tough chapter, though one that was to set her on the path back to her psychologist roots. - how even she remains susceptible to life’s stresses, despite all of her accumulated tools, experience and skills, because no one is immune from stress, overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, or grief. - How she embraced extending compassion towards herself   - How the pandemic has encouraged people to talk more around self care. - That though grief is a universal experience, we still don’t talk about it enough. She goes on to share some wonderful insight as to how to try to support those who might be grieving. - We also talk healthy foundational habits, including sleep, rest, relaxation, breathing, food, hydration, and movement, and how these elements combine to make Suzy’s ‘scaffolding.’   You are going to get so much out of this, so I advise you to have a pen and paper to hand to make notes! Connect with Suzy:   https://www.instagram.com/suzyreading   Website: https://www.suzyreading.co.uk   Connect with Jo: Download my Mastermind infographic here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/

1/7/22 • 44:16

Catherine has a unique place in the story of the HDSDI podcast, but as well as revealing exactly what that was and how it came about, there is SO much more to her story that we explore in this episode. Marrying her prowess as an incredible musician with the power of manifestation, she reveals how she created her own business right from the very start of her career, and how she has expanded her services in order to fit her own lifestyle, and deliver a broad range of musical offerings to prospective clients.   Listen on to hear how Catherine:   - Realised that her university degree wasn’t for her, and how she was brave enough to move courses.   - Learned and applied the principles of manifestation in her early twenties   - Devoured business principles and theories of positivity on her daily commute to University   - Pivoted during lockdown in order to become less dependant upon live gigs, offering instead a musical branding service to a range of business clients   - Places wellbeing and great energy at the centre of her approach   - Uses principles around musical frequency and energy in order to create truly bespoke results for her customers   If you love the Law of Attraction, you will love this episode! Connect with Catherine:   Website: http://www.belightfulmusic.co.uk/index.php/albums     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belightful_music/   https://www.instagram.com/catherinerannusmusic/   Connect with Jo: Download my Mastermind infographic here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind   Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/ Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/  

12/23/21 • 48:01

Today the tables are turned and Jo is a guest on her own podcast! In this unique episode, Resilience Coach Pam Cottman is the one asking the questions as Jo shares her story for the first time. Pam is an amazing guest host and Jo felt privileged to have this opportunity. Sharing her journey from corporate career to motherhood and how her own experiences helped shape How DOES she do it?! as it is today. The conversation includes: - Why her corporate career was cut abruptly short - How Jo overcame her own lack of confidence to embrace running her own networking events - The importance of pro-actively stepping out of her comfort zone - The evening that proved to be a pivotal point in her life - The power of the How DOES she do it Community Connect with Jo: Download my Mastermind infographic here: https://mailchi.mp/3308166524b8/mastermind Email me to book a Mastermind Discovery call: jo@howdoesshedoit.life If you are interested in support to grow your business and confidence, learn more here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/group-and-one-to-one/ Join us at one of my upcoming virtual networking events: https://howdoesshedoit.life/networking/   Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?!: https://howdoesshedoit.life/   Follow me on Instagram to continue the conversation and get updates about the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howdoesshedoitlife/   Join my free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoesshedoitlife/   Connect with Pam: Website www.pamcottman.com  

12/10/21 • 46:50