She's Taking Over - with Jenna Davies

• From Popular to Politics: How This Reality TV Star Rebranded Her Whole Life

  In this episode of She’s Taking Over, I’m joined by Holly MacAlpine, someone you might know from Big Brother, FBoy Island or The Amazing Race. But the version of her you’ll meet today is nothing like the one you saw on TV.In the last 12 months, Holly has landed a new job, stepped into politics, built a loyal audience, and rebranded her entire life all by creating content that aligned with her actual interests.She stopped trying to fit the aesthetic, leaned into her voice, and started taking up space in rooms she never expected to walk into. This is what happens when you back yourself before the world catches up.💡 What you’ll take awayHow Holly’s content created unexpected career opportunitiesWhat changed when she stopped trying to be likeable and started being herselfThe mindset shift that helped her stop second-guessing and start sharingWhat consistency really looked like in the early stagesHow to deal with assumptions when your identity evolves publiclyWhy you don’t need a niche to be memorable — you need clarityHow Holly handled imposter feelings while stepping into new spacesWhat rebranding your life actually looks like behind the scenes⏰ Key moments 00:00 How this episode came about 03:40 From FBoy Island to Parliament — no, seriously 07:10 Starting over without over-explaining 10:45 What Holly was scared of — and why she did it anyway 14:20 Showing up for what you actually care about 18:00 When you’re ready for more — but don’t know what 22:10 How content helped Holly build momentum 28:20 Rebuilding your identity in public 35:50 What’s next — and why this is just the beginningThis is She’s Taking Over in motion — choosing to evolve, showing up before you feel ready, and letting your actual interests, not other people’s expectations, shape the life you build.If you’re in the middle of your own rebrand, personally or professionally, this one’s for you.🎯 Leave a review if it hit, tag @jennaannedavies and @hollyunmuted in your story, and let us know: what part of your life are you ready to take over next? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Why Creative Freedom Isn’t Enough (And What You Actually Need to Succeed)

  BONUS: Why Creative Freedom Isn’t Enough (And What You Actually Need to Succeed)In this bonus episode, Jenna flips to the other side of the mic, joining filmmaker and creative entrepreneur Caleb Coroneos for a candid conversation about what happens after you hit your goals.You’ve built the business, bought your freedom, and proven to yourself that you can do hard things. Now what? This episode explores the quieter shift most founders don’t talk about—when the things that used to drive you no longer fit, and you’re ready to build from clarity, not chaos.Whether you’re refining your business model, evolving your identity, or letting go of what no longer aligns, this one’s for you.What you’ll take awayWhy creative freedom isn’t the finish line and what actually matters nextThe cost of staying in survival mode when your life’s moved onWhat it looks like to lead without chaos as your motivatorHow to let go of things that are working but no longer alignedRebuilding your identity when your environment hasn’t caught upJenna’s lessons from London, Cape Town, and startup lifeFive skills that actually move the needle as a modern founder⏰ Key moments00:00 Jenna joins Caleb as a guest on his podcast03:30 Leaving corporate—and the fear under the leap08:50 “Search for pride, not happiness”—the mindset shift that stuck12:10 Letting go of what no longer aligns (even when it’s working)17:30 Why freedom stopped feeling like the goal21:00 Control, communication and leadership as identity shifts26:40 When chaos no longer drives you—what comes next30:10 Burnout, safety, and building from a different energy36:50 Ambition, delusion, and taking the next big swing41:00 What Jenna learned living overseas47:20 You only get 8 big opportunities in life—here’s how to choose50:30 5 essential skills for growth-stage founders55:00 What Jenna wants to be remembered forYou can reach a point where the business you built no longer fits who you’re becoming. That doesn’t mean something’s wrong, it means it’s time to realign.This episode is for the creator who’s built the thing, earned the freedom, and is now ready to create from clarity, not chaos. If you’re feeling that internal nudge to evolve, even when things look ‘fine’ from the outside, this conversation will make sense of what you’ve been feeling.Send it to someone navigating the same shift. And let us know what it unlocked for you 🧠🚀 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The Founder Rebrand: Letting Go, Leveling Up, and Doing the Thing

  For the founder who’s evolving faster than their environmentFeeling like your growth is outpacing your business or your life? This season opener is your permission slip to pivot, let go, rebuild and actually keep going. Jenna shares the raw, unfiltered reality behind scaling her business, navigating grief, changing countries, and building her team, all in the name of creating a life worth living.💡 What you’ll take awayWhat restructuring your business and your identity at the same time really looks likeHow Jenna kept the business running through personal and startup stressWhy fear doesn’t mean stop, it just means pausing, and how to work through itThe truth about content blocks when life doesn’t feel ‘camera ready’Jenna’s take on what’s missing in the Australian founder sceneWhy journaling stopped working, and what replaced itBuilding a global community that helps you grow as a person, not just as a business⏰ Key moments00:00 Welcome back. New season. Big shifts03:30 90% of startups fail in 120 days—Jenna reflects on beating the stats05:00 Business pivots, team changes and tech rebuilds09:10 Losing six family members in four years12:20 Scaling the Creator LaunchPad and raising capital in NYC16:40 Why fear delays progress but shouldn't dictate it 23:00 You can rebrand your whole life—Jenna did27:30 The content rut that hit harder than expected32:40 Routines, identity, and the real cost of growth36:00 What Jenna misses (and doesn’t) about Australia 40:10 Building a culture of connectionDoing the thing isn’t always pretty. But if you’re ready to build a business that matches where you're headed, not where you started this is your season.Share this with a founder who needs to hear it, and message Jenna to let her know what you’re working on next 🚀 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The Business Playbook for Coaches Who Want to Stay in the Game – with Eric Bugera

  If you’ve ever felt like you’re working harder than ever but getting nowhere, this episode is for you. Eric Bugera is breaking down what separates long-term success from short-lived hype. Let’s get into it.Most fitness coaches don’t fail because they aren’t good at what they do. They fail because they focus on the wrong things. Chasing followers instead of building trust. Selling quick wins instead of playing the long game. Drowning in content creation instead of mastering their craft.Eric Bugera knows this game inside out. He’s built a rock-solid fitness business that keeps growing—without jumping on every new marketing gimmick. With 14+ years in the industry, he’s here to share what actually works for coaches who want to build credibility, attract high-value clients, and create a business that lasts.Key Takeaways: ✔️ Why the best coaches post LESS content—and get MORE clients ✔️ The no-BS marketing strategy that builds trust (without selling out) ✔️ How to create demand for your coaching—without chasing trends ✔️ The secret to keeping clients for YEARS, not weeks ✔️ How to stand out in a crowded industry—even if you don’t have a big audience🎧 Hit play now and learn how to build a business that grows with you—not one that burns you out.👉 Listen now. Your future clients will thank you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• From Idea to Impact: The Fast-Track Guide to Building Tech That Grows

  Most people get stuck in “building” mode—tweaking, refining, and second-guessing—while others launch, scale, and dominate. The difference? A clear, strategic approach that moves fast.In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact steps to take your tech idea from concept to cashflow without wasting months (or years) figuring it out.🛠 Step 1: Validate Your IdeaBefore you build, test it. Find the gaps, talk to real users, and make sure people actually want what you’re selling.🚀 Step 2: Develop a Clear StrategyTech is only as good as the business behind it. Nail your positioning, pricing, and go-to-market plan from day one.💡 Step 3: Build an MVP That SellsForget perfection. The goal is a version that gets customers in, money flowing, and proof that your idea works.📢 Step 4: Market with PurposeVirality isn’t a strategy. Learn how to create demand, build community, and make your product the obvious choice.💰 Step 5: Scale with StrategyMonetisation, community-building, and partnerships—this is how startups go from scrappy to industry leaders.If you’re sitting on an idea but don’t know how to make it real, this one’s for you. DM me “BUILD” on Instagram @jennaannedavies and let’s map it out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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