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Some stories rise from privilege. Others, from perfect timing.

But then there are stories like Shelley’s — born from the ashes of burnout and built on the courage to begin again.

A decade ago, she was a single mum, exhausted and uncertain, trying to find her way back to herself.

Today, she’s the Co-Founder & CEO of SQR, a tech company making the digital world safer through intelligent identity infrastructure.

From performing arts to technology, from rock bottom to leading teams across continents — Shelley’s journey is anything but linear.

It’s a creative remix of resilience, curiosity, and the courage to take the scenic route.

In this cinematic conversation, we talk about:

• What it really takes to build and lead a startup
• The villains and turning points that shaped her story
• The power of reinventing yourself after burnout
• And why growth often begins at the edge of your comfort zone

🎭 Every life is a movie — and Shelley’s is one worth watching.

📌 ABOUT SHELLEY LANGAN NEWTON

Shelley is the Co-Founder and CEO of SQR, an award-winning tech company on a mission to make the digital world safer through intelligent identity infrastructure.

Her career is anything but traditional — she started out as a performing arts teacher before leaping into technology, working across industries from satellite tech to yacht charters, and finally building her own company from the ground up.

A decade ago, she was a young single mum navigating burnout and uncertainty. Today, she leads international teams, collaborates with innovators like SpaceX, Eden Project, and RAFx, and champions women in tech across Europe.

Shelley’s journey is proof that success isn’t a straight line — it’s a scenic route filled with resilience, curiosity, and bold reinvention.

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What happens when the spotlight fades, the stage goes silent, and you're forced to rebuild… not just your career, but your identity?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Suzanne Castle—former Broadway dancer turned Stevie award-winning coach, keynote speaker, and unapologetic Shepreneur Strategist.

After a devastating fall and a chapter of deep personal trauma, Suzanne didn’t just bounce back—she rewired her brain, redefined her purpose, and rose to help women across the world do the same.

Together, we unravel:

• The neuroscience behind burnout—and how to boss your brain
• How Suzanne moved from To-Do to Ta-Da
• The real story behind her Sparkle Factor®
• And what it takes to lead with radiance after surviving the darkest chapters

This isn’t just a comeback story. It’s a stage-worthy reinvention—with a glittering twist.

🎭 Listen now and meet the woman who turned breakdown into brilliance.

📌 ABOUT SUZANNE CASTLE

A former professional entertainer, Suzanne captivates audiences with her engaging delivery, unique blend of creativity and strategy, and her signature Sparkle Factor® framework.

Through her workshops, coaching, and keynotes, Suzanne empowers women to move boldly forward, unlocking their full potential with actionable insights and a dash of sparkle.

Whether leading her signature Verve 3-day annual live event or delivering powerhouse keynotes, Suzanne brings both substance and energy, empowering others to take decisive action toward building their most vibrant and successful lives and businesses.

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INSTAGRAM I @suzannesparkle

FACEBOOK I suzannecastleconsulting

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What if business wasn’t about hustling harder — but about working in rhythm with your body, your energy, and your truth?

In this powerful episode of The Corporate Life Podcast – Billion Dollar Conversations, I sit down with Nirupama Vyas — Ex-Cop, Founder of FemmeForward Consulting, TEDx Speaker, and what I call an Iron Lady of Feminine Flow.

We dive into her extraordinary journey from law enforcement to leadership coaching, and why she believes women entrepreneurs are most powerful when they align business with their natural monthly cycles.

You’ll hear Nirupama share:

✨ How her background as a cop shaped her grit and resilience
✨ Why feminine essence is not weakness — but the ultimate edge in business
✨ Practical ways women can build businesses in flow, without burning out
✨ Her mission to redefine strength for Indian women and beyond

This conversation isn’t just about entrepreneurship. It’s about rewriting what leadership, rhythm, and feminine power look like in today’s world.

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📌 ABOUT NIRUPAMA VYAS

Nirupama Vyas is the Founder of FemmeForward Consulting, a TEDx Speaker, and a former police officer who has redefined what it means to be an Iron Lady.

Her journey began in law enforcement, where discipline, grit, and resilience shaped her character. But she later discovered her true calling: helping women entrepreneurs build businesses that align with their feminine essence and natural rhythm.

Through FemmeForward Consulting, Nirupama empowers women to step out of the rigid hustle culture and create businesses that honor their cycles, energy, and authentic flow. She believes business is not a battle — it’s a dance between feminine flow and masculine action.

Her work blends counselling, mindset training, and entrepreneurship coaching, and her voice as a keynote speaker has inspired audiences to rethink success, resilience, and leadership.

Nirupama is on a mission to show women — especially in India — that strength can be soft, power can be graceful, and feminine energy is not a weakness but the ultimate business advantage.

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In this episode, I sit down with Reema Mahajan, founder of Indian Women in Dubai (IWD) — one of the UAE’s most powerful purpose-driven and the biggest communities.

As two Indian women living in Dubai, we had a deeply resonant conversation about cultural burdens, invisible rules, and the barriers that have shaped our identities — and how women like us are now breaking them to create freedom, visibility, and impact.

In this powerful conversation, we dive into:

• How Reema transformed a simple online meet-up into a thriving community of 150,000+ women.
• The cultural challenges Indian women face — and what it takes to break free.
• Her transition from corporate boardrooms to leading a community movement.
• The role of identity, self-worth, and courage in creating lasting impact.
• This is not just about building a community. It’s about rewriting what it means to be an Indian woman — in Dubai and beyond.
  
  

📌 ABOUT REEMA MAHAJAN

Reema Mahajan is the visionary founder of Indian Women in Dubai (IWD) — the largest community of Indian women in the UAE with over 150,000 members.

An IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore alumna, and former Bain & Company consultant, Reema left the corporate world to pursue her passion for empowering women.

Today, she is a lifestyle influencer, community builder, and a leading voice for women’s leadership in Dubai, featured in Gulf News, Khaleej Times, and Filmfare Magazine.

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LINKEDIN I https://www.linkedin.com/company/indian-women-in-dubai/
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WEBSITE I https://indianwomenindubai.org/

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We don’t just run our businesses with strategy.

We run them with the invisible scripts we absorbed in childhood.

In this deeply personal solo episode, I share how my own upbringing — with a mother who valued safety above expression, and a father who struggled with money — created wounds that shaped the way I built my business.

These wounds aren’t just memories. They become the patterns we unconsciously carry into entrepreneurship:

• Chasing clients the way we once chased love.
• Shrinking our voice the way we once shrank at home.
• Over-delivering, fixing, and over-proving — because that’s how we once tried to earn love and safety.

This is where the analogy struck me: Business is Parenting.

The way we were parented is the way we unconsciously parent our business — until we heal.

Listen in as I unpack:

• What mother wounds and father wounds really are.
• How they silently guide your business decisions, money, and leadership.
• Why almost every entrepreneur is still replaying their childhood in their company.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series.

In Part 2, I’ll share the healing and re-parenting — the tools and shifts that helped me break free and build a business that’s bold, free, and fully alive.

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Some people command a room without saying a word.

They’re not loud. They’re not flashy. But somehow… all eyes go to them.

What if that kind of presence wasn’t just a lucky trait—but a learnable skill?

In this unforgettable episode, I sit down with Richard Reid — behavioural psychologist, charisma coach, and author of Charisma Unlocked — to explore the psychology behind magnetic presence, quiet influence, and authentic confidence.

We unpack:

• Why charisma is not about charm or performance
• How shy, introverted people can become unforgettable
• The science behind influence, trust, and connection
• The tiny cues that shape how people see you
• And how to stop feeling invisible in any room, conversation, or stage

Richard has coached leaders, founders, and professionals across the globe — and in this conversation, he’ll show you exactly how charisma is built from the inside out.

✨ Whether you're building a brand, leading a team, or just tired of being overlooked — this episode will flip the script on how you show up in the world.

📌 ABOUT RICHARD REID

Richard Reid is a highly experienced psychologist, coach, and wellbeing consultant with over 20 years of expertise. He is a former Chief People Officer at a global law firm specialising in Trauma, Resilience, and Psychological Safety.

Richard has worked extensively with organisations such as the London
Underground, the City of London Police, and the Witness Protection Program.

He also runs an international practice providing therapy, coaching, and psychology services to entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals, and senior leaders.

As a charisma coach and trainer, Richard focuses on helping people achieve their
full potential.

Richard is a global keynote speaker and a regular media contributor on channels like Sky News, BBC, and ITV.

His latest book, Charisma Unlocked, was published in March and is
available on Amazon.

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LINKEDIN I https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-reid/

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What does it really take to turn a spark of an idea into a thriving, self-sustaining enterprise?

In this episode, Pat Alacqua — seasoned entrepreneur, business growth strategist, and author of Obstacles to Opportunity — joins me to break down the entire journey from day-one concept to industry-leading enterprise.

We go beyond the surface-level advice and dive into:

• The biggest mindset shift every founder must make to scale successfully
• Why your greatest strengths can become your biggest roadblocks
• How to stop controlling everything so your business can finally grow
• The 3C framework for turning challenges into strategic wins
• The “parenting your business” philosophy that changes everything

Whether you’re sketching your first business plan or steering a company through its next growth phase, this conversation gives you the clarity, frameworks, and hard truths you won’t find in a typical playbook.

🎙 Hit play now — and discover how to build a business that’s not just big, but actually profitable.

📌 ABOUT PAT ALACQUA

Pat Alacqua is an entrepreneur, business growth strategist, and operating executive who has built, scaled, and sold companies across multiple industries. From co-founding Nth Degree, a global leader in event marketing, to leading the turnaround of Suwanee Sports Academy, Pat’s career has been defined by transforming challenges into growth opportunities.

With decades of experience in scaling businesses, developing leaders, and creating sustainable systems, he now mentors founders and executives to shorten their learning curve, navigate high-stakes transitions, and achieve lasting profitability. He is the author of Obstacles to Opportunity, a playbook for turning business roadblocks into strategic wins.

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Natalie Glebova — Miss Universe 2005 — to uncover the real story behind the crown.

From arriving in Canada as a shy Russian immigrant at the age of 13 to standing center stage in Thailand as the most beautiful woman in the world, Natalie’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

But what happens after the crown?

We talk about what followed, her spiritual awakening in Thailand, the pressure of perfection, and the deeper truth she had to reclaim after the spotlight faded.

This is not just a story about beauty. It’s a story about power, purpose, and the soul’s journey home.

✨ We explore:

• Her immigrant story & early struggles with identity
• The real mindset it takes to become Miss Universe
• Fame, ego, and the dark side of success
• Feminine energy, self-love, and spiritual rebirth
• Why Natalie believes she would’ve found her path even without the crown

If you’ve ever felt the need to prove yourself, chase validation, or redefine who you are beyond achievements — this episode will speak straight to your soul.

📌 ABOUT NATALIE GLEBOVA

Natalie is a best-selling author, mindset and energy coach, and former Miss Universe who has dedicated her life to guiding others on the path of self-love, personal power, and conscious transformation.

After years of deep spiritual work and inner healing, Natalie developed a coaching practice rooted in energy, emotional intelligence, and holistic well-being — helping her clients not just achieve external success, but true inner peace and fulfillment.

Known for blending ancient spiritual wisdom with modern-day tools, Natalie draws from a wide range of transformational practices — from energy healing and meditation to plant medicine and somatic awareness — to help people reconnect with their authentic essence.

Her compassionate approach, grounded presence, and deep understanding of the human experience make her a sought-after mentor for those ready to evolve — in love, in life, and in purpose.

Natalie’s masterclasses, best-selling books, and powerful online presence have inspired over a million people worldwide to awaken their inner power and lead with love.

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