Why connection matters now more than ever.

After receiving a surprise nomination for Podcast of the Year, I dive deep into the journey behind the mic from wrestling with criticism and self-doubt to celebrating the small moments of impact. The real message?

Numbers aren’t everything; touching just one life can make years of effort worthwhile.

if you’ve ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or like your voice doesn’t matter, this episode is for you. It’s a warm, powerful invitation to focus less on the “hustle,” and more on building relationships that last—by listening with true intent.

00:00 – Why Connection Matters More Than Ever
00:33 – From Curacao to Podcast of the Year: An Unexpected Nomination
01:59 – Overcoming Criticism and Finding Your Voice
05:52 – Moving Between Cultures: UK Loneliness & Dubai’s Surprise
08:05 – Building Trust vs. Transactional Networking
09:41 – Remembering People by Story, Not Title
10:17 – Why Real Listening Transforms Relationships

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Ever felt that choosing yourself would make you selfish? What if self-belief was actually your ticket to helping others thrive too? This week guest Dominic Sauls shares how his journey through a difficult childhood, growing up at the end of apartheid in South Africa, and facing family divisions taught him a simple but powerful lesson, self-belief isn’t just about you - it’s the foundation for everything you want to contribute.

** this episode was recorded in a lively bustling cafe in London and there is noise in the background

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Feeling drained from always putting others first?

In this episode, I open up about overcoming burnout, revealing why connecting with your true intentions matters more than constant productivity.

And I also share: How can re-framing “burnout” as a conversation, rather than a private struggle can shift family or team dynamics.

"The consistency is in the quality, not the quantity."

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00:00 – Why Caregivers Burn Out First
01:29 – Breaking Routines and Guilt About Consistency
03:01 – When Passion Fades: My Personal Burnout Story
05:07 – Tools That Actually Helped Me Recover
06:39 – Compassion Fatigue and Caregiver Isolation
09:11 – Pressure, Shame, and Emotional Energy Drains
11:17 – Why Sharing Stories Brings Genuine Relief
13:13 – Redefining Success and Stepping Off the Hamster Wheel
14:33 – The Power of Authentic Recognition and Community

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