How do our feelings about bodies (ours and other people’s) shape our experience of the world? Weight stigma is a real force in our society and affects us all – whether we’re tackling body images issues or not.In this episode of the She Mentors podcast, Mindset and Confidence coach Andrea Westbrook discusses how transforming the way we think about bodies that don’t fit society’s notion of &apos;ideal&apos; is the key to conquering our fears, overcoming negative self-talk and reconnecting to our own confidence.“I think there&apos;s a perception that you can control it. But it&apos;s so complicated. And there&apos;s so many things that contribute to a person how a person carries and holds on to weight that it is not just around how you eat, which is the main message we get. So we do think it is controllable. But in reality, it&apos;s a lot more complicated than that.“It could be ability, it&apos;s genetics. It&apos;s your mental health. Or there&apos;s apparently there&apos;s something like 59 different factors that can feed into how a person holds and carries their weight.”We discuss ? Growing up with body image issues and ‘feeling different’? How body size discrimination presents in the workplace ? Identifying the fears that are holding you back (rejection, judgement, failure, etc)​​? How to tap into your confidence and self-worth? Positioning yourself as a leaderAre you a She Mentors member? Connect with Andrea Westbrook for 1:1 mentoring through the Mentor Hour. Not a member yet? Come see what we&apos;re all about. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

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Body Size: the Last Frontier of Diversity and Inclusion with Andrea Westbrook

Are you ready to achieve better results at work and a stronger sense of fulfillment in your day?In this episode, we&apos;re joined by Laetitia Andrac, a holistic business coach, ‘soul doula’ and Founder of Essential Shift. Laetitia helps womxn leaders & entrepreneurs in creating a soul-aligned business, career & life. She is making ancient spiritual wisdom accessible for busy modern-day women. She has a solid grounding in mindfulness. Her passion is to bring a sense of the sacred and intentionality to everyday life. Success begins with making 1% improvements. Through establishing practical routines and rituals, you can change your days, weeks, months and whole year.We discussRituals vs Habits – what’s the difference? Setting clear intentions and developing self-awarenessThe benefits of rituals to enable you to be more presentThe importance of breathwork for calming your mindSetting boundaries (and sticking to them)Are you a She Mentors member? Connect with Laetitia Andrac for 1:1 mentoring through the Mentor Hour. Not a member yet? Come see what we&apos;re all about. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

How to Cultivate Better Days with Rituals with Laetitia Andrac

Struggle with confidence in the workplace? Want to hone your leadership skills but not sure how? In our recent Leadership Huddle we got a much-needed pep talk from Lucy Allen. We discussed some of the biggest confidence killers (excessive expectations, harsh self judgement, lack of experience etc), and Lucy shared her &apos;Bey Confidence&apos; action plan:✅  Have a clear vision of your #leadership style✅  Behave as though you already are that person✅  Challenge your thinkingListen to the LIVE replay of this event and don’t forget to register for the next VIP Leadership Huddle. Not a member yet? Join now and take part in these wonderful discussions. Connect with Lucy over on thegracefulcollective.comSupport the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

How to show up as confident, authentic leader

It’s approaching EOFY so now’s the perfect time to get a handle on your business numbers. In the latest podcast we chat with Bookkeeper and Money Coach Lily Hii about business growth.We discussMost important financial numbersThe importance of separating personal and business expensesAccounting software setup What metrics to look at and how oftenBusiness growth case studiesWhat does sustainable Vs fast growth look like?How much to pay yourself (use Lily’s formula)Warning signs things aren’t going wellMoney mindset tips and tricksThe importance of getting support as you growWork with Lily by visiting her website or visiting her on Instagram. Don’t forget to book a Mentor Hour with Lily via the She Mentors platform. Want to join our membership and exchange knowledge with other professional women? We’d love to welcome you. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Unlocking business growth… it’s all in the numbers!

Ready to take your business to the next level? Need some help but not sure where to start?Welcome to the wonderful world of Virtual Assistants!In today’s podcast episode we chat with Linh Podetti, founder of Outsourcingangel.com, about the benefits of outsourcing and working with a VA. We know that lots of people struggle to delegate. For some, even the idea of having to show someone the ropes can sound like more trouble than it’s worth… trust us, It’s not!In this poddy ep, you’ll get your hands on Linh’s best tools, processes and things to consider help you hire the best VA for you!We discussDifferent types of VAs and finding your right fit!Benefits of hiring a VA over employing someoneWhen is the right time to take the plunge?What tasks should you outsource and how do you delegate effectively?Dos and don’ts of working effectively with a VAManaging comms with a VA and integrating them into your teamSupport the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Should you hire a Virtual Assistant?

Ahead of our exciting new monthly &apos;Leadership Huddle&apos;, we chat with executive coach Ann Pocock, to understand the top four challenges that women are facing in the workplace right now.While the world continues to evolve, women are still facing real obstacles when it comes to obtaining (and retaining) leadership in business.With only 25% of ASX200 executive leadership positions held by women, there are many challenges that make it more difficult for women than men to rise to the top.Issues like unequal treatment, unconscious bias, work/life balance and problems with confidence and self-advocating come up over and over.We discussThe different stages of leadershipBuilding confidence as a leaderBeing "too emotional"Different types of conflict in the workplaceBoosting visibility as an emerging leaderInspiring and motivating your teamThe importance of self leadership Want to attend our online launch event on 25 May 2021 and help direct the future of our leadership series? Use code PODCAST at checkout and get 30 days membership free. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Are you facing these leadership challenges?

Feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to delegate? In part 2 of our time-saving series, our resident Time Saving Queen Nicole Smith shares how to declutter an overflowing inbox, plus strategies for delegating and automating repetitive tasks.Missed the first ep? Go back to How to Design Your Day for Max Productivity and learn how to time-block your ideal day.Nicole is available for 1:1 Mentor Hours inside the membership and if you’d like to work with her directly, head over to theartisans.com.au.Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

How to declutter your inbox & work efficiently

Stuck in constant meetings? Manically checking Slack, LinkedIn and email notifications? We hear you!With a constant stream of calendar invites and notifications, it can be hard to stay focused and productive. Worse still, we forget to carve out personal time for coffee breaks, walks and exercise, which can have a detrimental impact on our mental health.Nicole Smith, our resident Time Saving Queen, recently facilitated a Group Mentor Hour inside the She Mentors membership to help others regain control of their day.This is a super interactive episode so make notes and start planning your day for max productivity. Want to join other women like Nicole and share your expertise? Join our membership and book 1:1 Mentor Hours with other women who can help you smash your goals. We discussDesigning your day - sample scheduleWhat does your ideal day look like?How to prioritise personal vs professional commitmentsTaking back controlWant to work directly with Nicole (you should!!), head over to theartisans.com.au/ and book a time to chat. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

How to design your day for max. productivity

In this episode of our Discrimination Series, we have a truly thought-provoking chat with thought leader, Winitha Bonney on how to be a better advocate to people of colour.We discussCalling out and tackling workplace racismWhat to do when you experience or witness racismHow popular culture frames our perspectivesShame, guilt and reverse racismIdentifying unconscious mico-aggressions in our daily livesUnderstanding different nuancesHaving more compassionate convos with POCDismantling your fear of saying the wrong thingServing not &apos;saving&apos; This episode is for anyone wanting to be part of an expanding conversation about how we can help support inclusion and diversity – in the workplace and society as a whole. Winitha is part of the She Mentors membership, so if you&apos;re interesting in joining head over to She MentorsSupport the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

How To Be an Active Ally For People Of Colour

In the latest podcast episode we talk about religious discrimination in the workplace. We have two guests Soaliha Iqbal and Soraya Sultan who are both Muslim women working here in Australia. We discussReligious discrimination in the workplaceAssumptions and stereotypesMicro aggressionsWhite feminismInclusivity in the workplaceThe importance of listeningEmotional labourIf you want to connect with Soraya, connect with her on LinkedIn or book a Mentor Hour on the She Mentors platform.Soaliha would love for you to follow her on Instagram  @soalihaofficial or drop her a note at heresthethingthopodcast@gmail.com.Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Islamophobia in the workplace

In the latest She Mentors podcast we interview Ashleigh Wilson, a neurodiversity advocate with Asperger&apos;s Syndrome. Ashleigh is one of Brisbane’s Top Women In Tech and has spent the last year changing the conversation around Asperger’s Syndrome and encouraging employers and business owners to see the benefits of hiring neurodiverse talent.We discuss? Living and working with Asperger’s Syndrome? The importance of speaking out ? How to attract neurodiverse talent to your company? The benefits of Asperger’s Syndrome ? Empowering through advocacy Connect with Ashleigh on LinkedIn or follow her on Twitter @ashlebug. Ashleigh is also available for The Mentor Hour too, so jump over to She Mentors membership to book her!Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Living and working with Asperger's Syndrome

In the latest podcast episode we chat with Bedi Othow, co-founder of DivTal, an online jobs platform that helps under represented minority groups find work in Australia.Bedi and her family migrated to Australia in 1998 after feeling civil war in South Sudan. After graduating from Swinburne University in Melbourne, she spent over a year trying to find a job. It was only when she joined an inclusion program for African-Australians that she realised there was a discrimination problem. It was this experience that fuelled her mission to help other migrants by launching a jobs platform with her co-founder Lorna Deng. We discussEmployment bias and discriminationLaunching a business during COVIDResilience in the workplaceThe unique skills of migrantsThe importance of soft skills in the workplaceHow to advocate for under represented minority groupsCV tips and interview techniques for migrantsHow employers can be more inclusiveConnect with Bedi on LinkedIn and don&apos;t forget to check out She Mentors if you want to join more women to help you support you on your journey. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Let’s talk about employment discrimination

As part of our mission to give back and drive change in 2021, we are continuing to offer free/ discounted memberships to women in need. The Mentor Hour had a HUGE impact on our members in 2020, helping restore faith in those who had lost their jobs or businesses. One of our Core Values is ‘Purpose Before Profit’, so while She Mentors is a self-funded startup (on a teeny-tiny budget), we have built this community for a purpose and we see enormous value in opening this up to help those who need it most.In this episode we talk about the different ways we are pushing ourselves to give back and make a difference to women in need. We discuss:Purpose Before Profit - one of our core values!Making decisions that are aligned with your valuesEasy ways to make an impact & give back in your career, business or personal lifeFree & discounted memberships for 2021 (COVID memberships, Parental Leave and Student Discounts)Juggling work-life balance being a mumCharity donations that align to your values The power of knowing your audience&apos;s pain pointsGifting someone in their hour of need Benefits of being a purpose-driven businessi=Change an amazing business that raises millions of dollars for charityListen out for Eva who breaks into the room MID-RECORDING!Our community rallied together like nothing we’ve ever seen before in 2020, recording a whopping 700 Mentor Hours throughout the year. Watching the transformations of some of our members was truly inspiring. Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

How the She Mentors team is giving back in 2021

Listen to inspiring stories from women in business who've battled COVID and supported each other throughout 2020.In this episode, we share the recording of our Mentor Awards Party and celebrate the strength and resilience of the She Mentors community.It was a night filled with laughter, tears, nostalgia, JOY and new beginnings. This year, our members joined us virtually all over Australia (and beyond) as we celebrated the highs and lows of 2020.Tune in for special announcements and feel-good tunes!⭐ Mentor Of The Year ⭐ Best COVID Comeback ⭐ Biggest Win of 2020 ⭐ Rising Star⭐ Most Supportive Member ⭐ Most Courageous Moment Top of The Charts:⭐ Most Popular She Mentors Podcast episode ⭐ Biggest Event ⭐ Most Loved Up Mentor Hour ⭐ Best Collab⭐ Most Active Community Member Listen right to the end for the She Mentors anthem that will lift your spirits!! If you're ready to join our community (do it, do it!), then jump over to shementors.com.auSupport the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Goodbye 2020... Mentor Awards Party ?

Want to know the biggest reason women don’t join the She Mentors membership? They battle feelings of self doubt, inadequacy and low confidence.In this episode we take a closer look at how some of our members perceive themselves. By gathering lots of feedback in The Mentor Hour, it has become apparent that lots of our members struggle with mindset and self belief, even though they are successful. This prevents them from stepping outside their comfort zones and moving forward.? The biggest reason women don&apos;t join the membership? Why The Mentor Hour is so powerful? The common phrase our inner critic says to us? Stepping outside your comfort zone? The power of community Have a listen and let us know if you can relate. Drop me a message on LinkedIn here or head over the membership right now and take action ?Support the show (http://www.shementors.com.au)

Is self-doubt holding you back?

She Mentors is a membership site for women in business who want to connect with mentors, experts and peers. Based in Melbourne, Australia, our bi-monthly events celebrate the successes – and failures – of our careers and businesses. We discuss the challenges women face in the workplace; get tips and advice from Australia's best female entrepreneurs and leaders; and meet like-minded women who want to help each other succeed. And that's why we've decided to do a podcast edition – to share the love far and wide. To inspire each other to step up and take action. We hope you enjoy these episodes as much as we enjoyed creating them. Please leave a review and don't forget to check us out at www.shementors.com.au

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