In this powerful episode, we sit down with Priya Rawal, founder of The Luxury Property Forum, to explore the deep roots of drive and determination. From the early influence of childhood and the way our parents’ work ethic shapes our own, to the persistence required to keep going when the path is anything but easy, Priya’s story is one of resilience and focus.

We also open up about the complexities of motherhood, including navigating postnatal depression, and how personal challenges can intersect with professional ambition.

At the heart of our conversation is the value of community - the importance of surrounding yourself with people who support you, challenge you, and most importantly, have the confidence and kindness to tell it to you straight. With the right network behind you, championing your success, anything is possible.

We are so grateful to Rhys Thomas for dialing in internationally from South Africa to share his powerful and deeply personal story.

Rhys’s journey is a raw reminder of how careers can change in an instant. For him, it was the sudden and unexpected end of an elite sports career - and the emotional and mental impact that came with it. His story is one of recovery, resilience, and transforming personal challenges into a mission to help others. At the heart of it all is community - building it, supporting it, and using it as a platform for growth and healing.

Rhys Thomas is a former International Rugby Player, Inspirational Speaker, Empowerment & Breathwork Coach, and Charity Co-Founder. Today, he draws on his incredible life journey and the lessons he has learned to support others in building resilience, finding purpose, and prioritising well-being.

🎧 This episode is an invitation to reflect, be grateful for what you have, and take action when life changes unexpectedly.

This episode was a masterclass in what’s possible when two powerhouses come together. Brought together by a shared purpose, the stars aligned when Ceri Moyers and Vanessa Murray met. It was inspiring to see a partnership so in sync - not just in their values, but in their mission.

We talked about how a well-meaning initiative, with the right people behind it and a passion for solving a serious need in a male dominated industry, can grow into something with truly meaningful impact.

Ceri Moyers and Vanessa Murray are co-founders of The Circle Partnership, an award-winning organisation that is changing the culture, composition and capability of the built environment. Through their flagship annual Circle Academy talent development programme, they are providing mid-level women with the skills, confidence and connections they need to stay and thrive in their roles – and helping businesses to address the skills shortage at the same time.

Vanessa brings 15 years in real estate, operational leadership, and coaching expertise; Ceri brings a career in construction and property and expertise in corporate communications, client relations and professional coaching. Together, they are reshaping the industry landscape.

🎧 Listen now for an inspiring deep dive into purpose-driven leadership, partnership, and impact.

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This is an intense and motivating conversation where Shaun Simons shares the evolution of his business, why culture and clear expectations are non-negotiable, and how he’s navigated business growth through adversity - not just once, but multiple times. His message is clear: Work for it.

With 20+ years in commercial property, Shaun is the co-founder of Compton, specialising in office space in London’s City Fringe. This is his second successful venture, having previously co-founded and sold Hatton Real Estate to Colliers International. Today, Compton is a 25-strong team working across Office Leasing, Capital Markets and Tenant Representation, with clients ranging from fast-growth start-ups to global leaders like Julius Baer bank.

This episode is where it all begins - your hosts, Yaeger Irwin of Bloom Project Management and Jessica Kelly of The Mindset Consultancy, sharing the “why” behind the podcast and reflecting on Series One as a whole.

We look back on some of the incredible conversations we’ve had with guests - creative thinkers, ambitious builders, and high-risk takers - and also share our own stories about what drives us.

Yaeger invited Jess to be part of Those That Bloom because she’s obsessed with people’s stories - specifically, why they do what they do. Together, we’ve created a space to dive into those stories, learn from them, and share them with others who want to take bold steps in their own careers and lives.

🎧 This is a reflective, inspiring episode that will leave you ready to chase your own “why”.