It's a Mindset

• Episode 41 - Stop Worrying About Money with Jacqui Clarke

  Have you ever felt overwhelmed by money worries or uncertain about managing your finances, especially with the ongoing cost of living crisis? In this episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by Jacqui Clarke, a personal wealth and money management expert, who shares over three decades of experience in helping individuals, families, and business owners manage and preserve their wealth. As the author of Stop Worrying About Money, Jacqui’s message is simple: with careful planning and effort, you can manage your money, so it doesn’t manage you. With more than 25 years at Deloitte and PWC, Jacqui’s expertise has helped high-net-worth families and business owners take control of their financial futures. In this episode, we’ll dive into practical strategies for managing money, recognising the hidden costs in our lives, and overcoming financial challenges. Key Episode Takeaways: The importance of knowing the true cost of your life—how much it really costs to open the front door of your home and manage everyday expenses. The danger of expense creep and how it can silently impact your finances. How to become financially empowered by taking full responsibility for your finances, avoiding delegating your financial decisions to others, and recognising financial abuse. By understanding and addressing financial control, you can make better, more informed choices for your future. The role of grief and loss in reshaping how we view money and what really matters in our lives. About the Guest: Jacqui Clarke FCA, FTI, GAICD, JP, author of Stop Worrying About Money (Wiley, $29.95), is a trusted advisor, board member, executor and veteran business executive. As a personal wealth and money management expert and over three decades of experience, 25 years at Deloitte and PWC helping high-net-worth families, individuals and business owners to build, manage and preserve their wealth. Her message is simple: with careful planning and effort, you can manage your money, so it doesn’t manage you. Show Resources: Follow Jacqui on Instagram - HERE Follow Jacqui on Facebook - HERE Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn - HERE Check out Jacqui's website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn more about Emma's Book, Worthy & Wealthy - HERE I can deeply relate to Jacqui’s insights, particularly the idea of being empowered to take control of my finances rather than feeling like a passenger in the process. Her advice on financial responsibility is a powerful reminder of how much we can achieve when we stop burying our heads in the sand and start being proactive with our money. If you loved this episode, make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @jacquiclarke000! Yours in Financial Empowerment, Emma. X

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• Episode 40 - Uncovering Family Secrets and Personal Identity with Michelle Scheibner

  Have you ever wondered how your family’s history, secrets, or unspoken experiences might shape who you are today? In this episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by Michelle Scheibner, a thought leader in Personal Brand Strategy and author of Hush, a memoir that explores the intersection of history, culture, beliefs, and genetics to uncover the truth of where our personal identity begins. Michelle has spent over 30 years working with executives, C-suite leaders, and business owners, and she now focuses on how family history and genetics influence our life choices and identity. Michelle’s career journey took her from education to leadership roles at AMEX UK, where she honed her business development skills. But in recent years, Michelle shifted her focus toward exploring the deep connection between personal identity, family history, and genetics. Her research reveals how our family systems, history, culture, and beliefs shape our identities, often in ways we don’t fully realise. In this episode, we’ll discuss how your personal brand is not just about your career, but about finding and understanding your essence. Michelle shares how grief can trigger questions about identity, the pivotal role mothers play in shaping our lives, and what epigenetics can teach us about how family influences us. We also explore the importance of understanding your past to unlock your potential for the future. Key Episode Takeaways: Personal brand is about finding your essence – Your personal brand, whether for career or personal growth, is a reflection of who you are, not just what you do. Cultivating it starts with understanding yourself at a deeper level. Grief can trigger unanswered questions – Grieving not just losses but also unresolved questions about your life’s path can unlock your true identity. Epigenetics and the role of family in shaping personal identity – Our genetics and family systems influence not only our decisions and life choices but also our personal identity. Understanding the pivotal role of mothers as our first relationship can reveal the deep impact they have on how we view ourselves and how we show up in the world. The importance of understanding your past for your present and future – Investing in understanding your past allows you to use that knowledge to shape your future. As someone who’s navigated my own journey of understanding identity and the impact of family history—especially through my travels to the UK and Netherlands, where I have heritage—I deeply relate to Michelle’s work. Her insights are eye-opening and will challenge how you view your personal growth and future possibilities. About the Guest: Michelle’s commitment to bringing the most current thought leadership to Personal Brand Strategy, led her to an enquiry into the ways family secrets and silence, intergenerational pain and genetics impacts our life choices and personal identity. Michelle’s career began in education before heading to England where she cut her business teeth at the headquarters of AMEX UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa. Having held management and leadership positions in education, consulting and business development Michelle has spent the last 30 years working with executives including C-Suite, business leaders and high potentials. Michelle has spent the last four years researching and exploring the proposition that we come into the world with a genetic blueprint integral to the system of our family of origin, which ultimately can impact the decisions and choices we make in life. Her story illustrates the intersection of history, culture, beliefs and genetics to reveal where true identity resides. She has a published TEDx Talk on the validity of personal identity labels. Show Resources: Follow Michelle on Instagram - HERE Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn - HERE Check out Michelle's Website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn More about Emma's Book, Worthy & Wealthy - HERE Michelle’s book, Hush, has had a profound impact on me, and I know her message will resonate deeply with you as well. If you're curious about the intersection of family history and identity, I highly recommend checking it out! If you loved this episode, be sure to share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @the_identity_activator! Yours in Knowing Your Identity, Emma. X.

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• Episode 39 - Breaking Barriers to Share Stories Through Book Publishing with Kelly Irving

  Have you ever had a big, audacious goal that terrified you, but deep down, you knew you had to chase it? In Episode 39 of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by the incredible Kelly Irving, a best-selling book coach, editor, and creator of the Expert Author Community—a global coaching program that has launched hundreds of award-winning authors. Kelly’s expertise is empowering business owners, creatives, and aspiring authors to bring their biggest, boldest ideas to life, whether through traditional, hybrid, or self-publishing. One of Kelly’s greatest accomplishments? She’s never had a book pitch rejected by a publisher. I can personally speak to the immense value Kelly has brought to my journey. As I wrote my own book, Worthy & Wealthy, her guidance and mentorship were pivotal. Her expert advice and the nurturing environment of the Expert Author Community have not only shaped my book but have given me a sense of belonging and purpose in my author journey. In this episode, Kelly shares her Write Book Method, which helps creative thinkers connect the dots and solve complex messaging problems. She guides them to produce works that not only enrich their lives but the lives of others too. We also dive deep into Kelly’s personal journey, including the year she spent traveling the globe with her family. She opens up about facing her biggest fears head-on while pursuing audacious goals and how that experience reshaped her career and her life. Key Episode Takeaways: The lessons Kelly learned during her year-long adventure with her family, and how it impacted both her career and personal life. How to face your biggest fears and push through the discomfort to achieve your most audacious goals. The truth that everyone is human, and even the most successful authors and entrepreneurs experience obstacles and moments of doubt—it’s all part of the journey. The highs, lows, and everything in between when it comes to writing and publishing your own work, plus Kelly’s top tips for aspiring authors. As someone who’s also faced my own fears and challenges while working towards big goals, Kelly’s insights resonated deeply with me. Her ability to manage both a thriving business and a family while pushing through the fear is truly inspiring—and I believe it will be for you too! About the Guest: Kelly Irving is a best-selling book coach, editor, and creator of the Expert Author Community – a global coaching experience that has launched hundreds of award-winning authors into the world. She nurtures business owners to bring their biggest, best and most commercially viable ideas to market, via traditional, hybrid or self-publishing (she’s never had a book pitch rejected by a publisher). Kelly’s unique Write Book Method helps connect dots and solve complex business messaging problems by empowering original, creative and renaissance spirits to share new solutions, offer new insights and produce work that enriches their lives as well as others. Show Resources: Write your Book with the Expert Author Community - HERE Follow Kelly on Instagram - HERE Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn - HERE Nail your best book idea with the Book Canvas - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn More About Emma's Book, Worthy & Wealthy - HERE If you LOVED this episode, make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @goodcontentkel! Yours in Pursuing Big Audacious Goals, Emma. X.

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• Episode 38 - Declutter Your Space, Transform Your Life with Lisa Hodgson

  Have you ever felt like the clutter in your home is overwhelming you and wondered how to create a space that supports your well-being? In this episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by Lisa Hodgson, a home organisation and declutter specialist who helps people transform their homes into organised, clutter-free spaces. By creating a peaceful environment, we can reduce stress, increase happiness, and make room for more joy and clarity in our lives. Lisa shares her journey of helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of clutter and how the decluttering process can lead to a more intentional, aligned life. Whether you're looking to create a serene home or simply reduce the stress of daily life, this episode is full of actionable tips to help you clear the physical and mental clutter. Key Episode Takeaways: The societal pressure of needing more stuff and how consumerism often leads to overwhelm and why having less can bring more peace. Unhealthy coping habits and exploring how overshopping, bingeing, and scrolling can numb dissatisfaction How meditation helps us shift from “having” to “being,” allowing us to become more present and discover what we truly want. Sharing the load in relationships and the importance of communication and alignment early in relationships to create balance and a harmonious living environment. As someone who values the impact of a decluttered space on clarity and well-being, I can relate deeply to Lisa’s message. The simple act of clearing clutter can have profound effects on your mindset and emotional well-being. About The Guest: Lisa Hodgson is a home organisation and declutter specialist who helps parents or soon to be parents create organised clutter-free homes that support building a happy abundant family life with lower stress and more fun. Show Resources: Follow Lisa on Instagram - HERE Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn - HERE Check out Lisa's website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn More about Emma's Book, Worthy and Wealthy - HERE If you LOVED the episode, share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @thisislisahodgson. Yours in Peace and Joy, Emma. X.

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• Episode 37 - Empowering Students to Break the Poverty Cycle in Cambodia with Aviv Palti

  Have you ever followed a nudge that completely changed the course of your life? In this episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m sharing the inspiring story of Aviv Palti, the CEO of Lifestyle Brands, co-founder of the Cambodia Rural Students Trust (CRST), and author of Empowered. Aviv and his family have had a profound impact on countless lives in Cambodia, empowering students and families to break the cycle of poverty through education. Back in 2009, Aviv’s daughter was denied a life-changing school trip to Cambodia to volunteer with disadvantaged rural families. Instead of letting that opportunity slip away, Aviv and his family embraced the chance to travel to Cambodia together, volunteering to teach English at a rural school in Siem Reap province. Those two weeks would change not only their lives but the lives of thousands of rural Cambodian students and their families. Many of their students were the children of survivors of the Khmer Rouge regime and the subsequent civil war. While their parents were illiterate, they understood the incredible value of education. This experience inspired Aviv and his family to return to Cambodia several more times, eventually founding the Cambodia Rural Students Trust (CRST) in 2011. The trust was built on three pillars: Education, Empowerment, and Inspiration, with the goal of sustainably breaking the cycle of poverty and creating a ripple effect that continues to impact thousands of lives in Cambodia. Aviv is also the author of Empowered: A New Generation of Leaders, which tells the inspirational story of rural youth in Cambodia who empowered themselves and their families to rise from poverty to the middle class in just eight years. Key Episode Takeaways: The power of embracing unexpected opportunities when Aviv and his family decided to volunteer in Cambodia ultimately leading to the founding of CRST. The history and resilience of Cambodia after the Khmer Rouge regime and the civil war, and how education has become a vital tool for healing and empowerment. The CRST three pillars of Education, Empowerment, and Inspiration are helping break the cycle of poverty and creating a lasting ripple effect. The 5 steps to creating lasting impact - dream big, plan, act, correct, and continue—key steps for anyone starting an impactful project. As someone who has also experienced Cambodia’s incredible beauty and humbling culture, I relate deeply to Aviv’s mission. His family’s commitment to making a difference is awe-inspiring, and I encourage you to listen and discover how we can all contribute to this transformative work. Just $25 can make a difference, and I’ve personally donated to this incredible initiative. About the Guest: Aviv Palti is the CEO of Lifestyle Brands, a homewares company he co-founded 40 years ago. In 2011, along with his family, Aviv founded the Cambodia Rural Students Trust (CRST), a non-government organisation based in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Built on the three pillars of Education, Empowerment and Inspiration, CRST has sustainably broken countless cycles of poverty, and continues to create a far-reaching ripple effect impacting thousands of lives. Show Resources: Check Out the CRST Website - HERE Connect with Aviv on LinkedIn - HERE Follow the CRST on Instagram - HERE Follow CRST on Facebook - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn More about Emma's New Book, Worthy and Wealthy - HERE If you LOVED the episode, make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @crst_ngo. Don’t forget to grab Aviv’s book or donate to this worthy cause if you have the opportunity! Listen to Episode 37 now and be inspired by the incredible work Aviv and his family are doing to empower students in Cambodia and break the poverty cycle through education. Yours in Empowerment, Emma. X.

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