22. She Walked Away From Everything… Then Rebuilt Bigger | Rochelle Moffitt
What does it look like to walk away from a life that looks good on the outside but is quietly destroying you from within? Rochelle Moffitt knows. After leaving an emotionally abusive marriage, losing her footing in the traditional workforce, and navigating the chaos of a blended family with six kids, Rochelle started again — this time, on her terms.In this explosive and deeply human conversation, Rochelle opens up about how she built a brand with no website, launched one of New Zealand’s most exciting business events, and redefined what it means to be bankable as a woman in business. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, sat in a pile of highlighters trying to figure it out, or felt the pull toward something more — this one’s for you.00:00 – Why she walked away from the life everyone else wanted04:01 – What people don’t know about starting from nothing10:45 – The truth about believing in yourself when no one’s watching18:01 – How she went from ‘hobby business’ to building a legacy23:01 – What being “bankable” really means for women in business30:01 – How she launched NZ’s boldest business event with no roadmap36:01 – Why your name is the most powerful currency you own42:01 – How to build a personal brand that actually stands out46:01 – What to do when you’re not ready… but know you need to startGuest Website: https://www.tickledpink.agency/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rochelle.was.here/?hl=enApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-powerhouse-diaries/id1791081472Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ExGnkttIzhK8NMjyWLINw?si=184cc0b3c89d440fInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_powerhouse_alliance/Key MomentsFollow Us On:
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21. She Smiled For The Camera LIVE To Millions… Inside She Was Falling Apart | Wilhelmina Shrimpton
In this raw and powerful conversation, Yaela sits down with Wilhelmina Shrimpton to uncover the unfiltered truth behind creative entrepreneurship. This isn’t about highlight reels. It’s about the tough moments, the emotional toll, and what it really means to keep going when everything feels like it’s falling apart. If you’re a woman building something on your own terms, this one’s for you. 💬 Key Moments & Timestamps00:00 – 03:12 | Introduction and first impressionsYaela and Wilhelmina connect over shared truths and what it means to show up fully.03:13 – 08:47 | When the dream felt like a nightmareWilhelmina shares the moment everything crashed and why that breakdown became a breakthrough.08:48 – 15:30 | Letting go of the perfection mythReal talk about releasing pressure, redefining success, and trusting the messy middle.15:31 – 22:05 | Burnout and the beauty in breaking downThe truth about hitting the wall, choosing to pivot, and building back better.22:06 – 29:40 | Finding freedom through limitsWhy restrictions sparked more creativity and clarity than chasing "limitless" ever did.29:41 – 36:15 | Love, loss and leading yourself through itWilhelmina opens up about how personal grief shaped her work and her leadership.36:16 – 42:50 | From shadow to spotlightThe internal shift that helped her own her space and show up in full power.42:51 – 48:30 | Words of advice for the female founder in the middle of the stormGrounded guidance for navigating your own version of chaos with strength and softness.Guest Website: https://www.wilsandco.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wilshrimpton/ Follow Us On:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-powerhouse-diaries/id1791081472Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ExGnkttIzhK8NMjyWLINw?si=184cc0b3c89d440fInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_powerhouse_alliance/
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“This isn’t just a podcast. It’s the start of a revolution.” - PowerhouseDiaries
Welcome to the relaunch of The Powerhouse Diaries, a raw, rebellious, soul-stirring journey into what happens when women burn the rulebook and build something even better.If you've ever asked yourself “How the hell did I end up here... and what now?” … this is your invitation.
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20. End of a Season: The PowerHouse Diaries Episode 20 - Yaela Raber
🎙️ End of a Season: The PowerHouse Diaries Episode 20What a journey it’s been!Episode 20 marks the season finale of The PowerHouse Diaries, and it’s not just any episode, it’s a celebration.This special highlight reel revisits the unforgettable voices and stories that made Season One a firestorm of courage, vulnerability, and truth. From bold career pivots to deeply personal reflections, these powerhouse women have shown us what it really takes to rise, fall, and rise again.This episode is your backstage pass to the raw, the real, and the revolutionary moments that shaped this season.So let’s rewind, reflect, and honor these conversations that lit up our diaries.00:37 - Aline Forseca01:00 - Sarah Kennedy02:13 - Emma Peters03:15 - Krishna Botica05:45 - Sarah Anticich06:23 - Anna Paterson07:04 - Caitlin Taylor07:59 - Trish Peng09:32 - Janine Grainger10:55 - Sera Cruickshank12:06 - Cathy Pope13:58 - Natasha Bourke15:38 - Gaelle Thieme17:05 - Marissa Lewis18:16 - Marisa FongTo every listener who tuned in, laughed, cried, and reflected this season was for you.These weren’t just stories; they were lived moments of courage, heartbreak, and triumph.I hope you carry that same fire into whatever bold step you take next.Until Season Two, keep writing your own PowerHouse Diary.✨ Featured Voices in This Episode💌 A Note from Me
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19. We Built The Largest Crypto Company In NZ To Keep My Brother Out Of Jail! - Janine Grainger
Janine Grainger is living proof that bold vision, grit, and conviction can change the game. From high school dropout to co-founder of one of New Zealand’s largest crypto platforms, Janine built Easy Crypto from a wild idea into a multimillion-dollar empire—and then walked away on her own terms. In this episode, she unpacks what it takes to lead in a male-dominated industry, navigate burnout, and trust your gut in the face of massive uncertainty. This conversation is equal parts entrepreneurial insight and deeply personal growth.About our guest:Janine Grainger is a fintech founder, speaker, and advocate for financial literacy and inclusion. As the co-founder and former CEO of Easy Crypto, Janine led the company through record-breaking funding rounds, global expansion, and massive industry shifts—all while championing equity, access, and ethical innovation. With a background in traditional banking and a passion for democratizing finance, she now focuses on empowering others to take control of their financial futures.Follow Our Guest:Guest LinkedIn: https://nz.linkedin.com/in/janine-graingerFollow Us On:Host Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_powerhouse_alliance/Host Website: https://www.drdanielkirkbride.com/Episode Highlights:00:00 - Episode Trailer01:00 - From crypto empire to exit: Janine’s story behind the sale05:45 - Starting a fintech business with her brother from a hammock10:00 - The regulatory firestorm and building a bankless business15:10 - Owning her voice in a male-dominated industry20:00 - Why imposter syndrome doesn’t have to win24:30 - Crypto 101: what every founder should understand about digital assets29:00 - Burnout, identity loss, and life after your business34:15 - The dark side of raising capital—and what she’d do differently39:30 - Redefining success after external validation fades43:00 - Janine’s one message to the woman she was when it all began
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