Have you ever held back in your business because you were afraid of being "too much"?

In this episode, I talk with Chantal McDougall, the Fairy Godmother of Storytelling, about what happens when you stop shrinking to fit in and start showing up real. Chantal shares how she went from hiding behind perfectionism to building a thriving brand that celebrates authenticity, personality, and heart.

We explore what it means to let go of the rules, embrace your quirks, and build a business that actually feels like you. If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, visibility blocks, or the pressure to look perfect, this conversation will remind you that your uniqueness is your advantage.

☑️ Why showing up real attracts the right clients with ease
☑️ How to shift from perfectionism to confidence in your message
☑️ The mindset that helps you release old stories and own your magic

When you build a brand around who you truly are, business becomes lighter, freer, and far more successful. Tune in for practical insight and heartfelt encouragement to create success on your terms.

Episode Highlights

00:00 Introduction and how Debbie met Chantal

02:00 Dropping the mask and embracing authenticity

05:45 The ADHD advantage and turning quirks into strengths

09:30 Releasing perfectionism and rewriting visibility stories

13:20 Building confidence and attracting aligned clients

17:10 Finding freedom in being seen and vulnerable

22:00 Chantal's favorite book and lessons from Debbie

26:30 Final reflections and takeaways

More About Chantal

Chantal McDougall, the Fairy Godmother of Storytelling and founder of Shine Your Light Online, is an authentic presence activator and catalyst for creatives and coaches. She helps women with ADHD who are tired of shrinking finally spread their wings and build brands that reflect who they truly are—quirks, sparkles, and all.

Known for her magnetic energy and unwavering belief in her clients' brilliance, Chantal guides women to rewrite outdated stories, own their uniqueness, and step into confidence, freedom, and authentic impact. She believes the parts of us we were taught don't belong in business are actually our greatest superpowers.

Blending marketing strategy with the intuition of a healer and the insight of a psychology graduate, Chantal helps her clients differentiate from the AI noise, speak proudly of their work, and attract the people who are already waiting to connect with them. She's the Fairy Godmother who reminds us that our "once upon a time" begins the moment we decide to own who we are and soar.

Send your wish to her website: https://www.shineyourlightonline.ca/

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Have you ever stopped to wonder if the very thing holding you back, might not even belong to you?

In this intimate coaching episode, I invite you into a private mastermind call where two of my clients and I uncover the hidden subconscious blocks that keep so many women stuck between what they want and what they believe they're allowed to have.

We explore how old messages, family conditioning, and inherited "loyalty pacts" shape the way we show up in life and business, often without us realizing it. You'll hear the real coaching moments that help bring awareness, freedom, and new possibilities.

☑️ Discover what a double bind is and how it quietly sabotages your goals

☑️ Learn to spot loyalty pacts that keep you tied to old stories

☑️ Find out how to rewire your beliefs so you can finally move forward with confidence

It's time to release what isn't yours, realign with what is, and open space for more clarity, ease, and harmony in both business and life.

Subscribe and tune in to Lead Your Life, where we turn awareness into action and inner mastery into success you can feel every day.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

01:00 - What Are Double Binds?

09:00 - How Subconscious Beliefs Shape Identity

16:00 - Releasing the Fear of Judgment and Visibility

27:00 - When Family Stories Become Loyalty Pacts

40:00 - Rewriting Your Narrative and Moving Forward

52:00 - Final Reflections and Next Steps

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What if sharing your story felt natural, confident, and wildly effective without the salesy ick?

In this episode, I sit down with Meredith Banka of True Story Marketing to explore the power of storytelling marketing that actually converts. We talk about showing up with confidence, leading with your values, and crafting a personal brand story that builds genuine know-like-trust. Whether you are running a business or simply posting online, your story is your superpower and it is time to use it.

Meredith shares her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship and how she overcame the fear of visibility and comparison. Together, we break down practical ways to make authentic marketing feel less overwhelming and more effective so you can connect deeply with the people you want to serve.

☑️ Discover how to promote yourself without feeling spammy or salesy

☑️ Learn why values are the foundation of an authentic story

☑️ Get story hooks and visibility tips that help you attract the right people

Meredith also offers her free guide, 101 Story Hooks, to help you confidently start your next post, podcast, or intro. https://truestorymarketing.com/101hooks

If you are ready to stop hiding and start sharing the story that sells, this episode will give you both inspiration and tools to do it.

Subscribe to the podcast, share this episode with a friend, and let's keep building businesses rooted in clarity, confidence, and connection.

Episode Highlights

01:00 Why Storytelling Beats Big Budget Marketing

03:02 Meredith's Career Pivot and Capacity Mindset

10:58 Values First: The Root of Authentic Promotion

18:04 Visibility Without the Ick

26:20 Story vs. Spam: What Actually Converts

33:02 Resources, Hooks, and Next Steps

More About Meredith

Meredith Banka helps entrepreneurs turn their story into strategy and their message into magnetism so they can experience sustainable growth without burnout. She began her career at $10 an hour and rose to Vice President of Marketing, leading teams, launching campaigns, and managing multi-million-dollar budgets. After her son was born, she traded corporate life for freedom, building a business from home with a laptop, a secondhand desk, and a mission to help others market with more clarity and heart.

Today, through True Story Marketing, Meredith helps business owners get clear, confident, and results-driven by building marketing foundations that are story-first, strategy-smart, and supported by systems that actually work.

10 Story Hooks to Make You Stand Out Anywhere

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