Some podcast conversations leave you thinking about them long after they finish.

This was one of them.

I'd followed Emily's journey for years before we sat down together, but what struck me most wasn't just her success. It was just how open, warm and incredibly humble she is.

We spoke about building a business while building a family, and all of the messy, complicated bits that don't usually make it onto LinkedIn.

The reality of preparing a business for maternity leave.

Coming back after having a baby and wondering if you'd ever think the same way again.

Navigating the exit of a business partner while trying to find your feet as a new mum.

Learning financial literacy, taking ownership of the numbers, and why more women need to feel confident talking about money.

And perhaps the moment that stayed with me the most, Emily sharing that, in those early weeks of motherhood, she genuinely wondered whether she wanted to shut the business down altogether.

I know there will be women listening who have had thoughts like that and never said them out loud, and that's why I loved this conversation so much.

It's honest and real. And it's a reminder that behind every successful business is a person navigating seasons of growth, uncertainty, change and self doubt.

Thank you, Emily, for trusting me with your story and for speaking so openly. I know this conversation is going to resonate with so many people.

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Christine Wright, whose 30+ year career in recruitment has taken her across four continents, into boardrooms around the world, and through some of the industry's biggest transformations.

But beyond the impressive titles and achievements is a deeply grounded, thoughtful leader who shares what it really takes to build a meaningful career in recruitment. The resilience to keep going, the courage to back yourself, and the importance of never losing sight of the people at the heart of what we do.

Together, we talk about ambition, leadership, loneliness, imposter syndrome, and why success often looks different in different seasons of life.

Christine opens up about moving to Japan alone to lead a business, the lessons she's learned as a female leader, and why hard work, authenticity and having the right support around you matter more than anything else.

This is a conversation full of wisdom, honesty and warmth- one that will leave you feeling inspired to trust your instincts, embrace change and define success on your own terms.

Christine and I connected 6 months ago, and I feel deeply honoured that she decided to take the time to record this episode. She is a legend of our industry and has so much value and wisdom to share!

Recording this episode felt like a soul chat. It's one of those conversations I could listen to again and again.

Bec is one of the standout leaders of our generation. She embodies modern female leadership with a wisdom, authenticity and perspective that is rare.

In this episode, we explore her remarkable journey—from leaving home at 16 and earning a place at Cambridge, to finding her way into recruitment and becoming one of the most influential leaders in the Australian recruitment industry.

But we also go much deeper. We talk about family, living far from the people you love, the friendships that ground you, navigating ambitious careers alongside meaningful relationships, and how to show up for others without losing yourself in the process.

What strikes me most about Bec is her approach to life and business: be yourself, do the work, stay grounded in your values, and never lose sight of what matters most. It's a philosophy that has shaped both her success and the way she leads.

This conversation will resonate with women at every stage of their career, and I'm so grateful for the honesty, warmth and wisdom Bec shared with us.

This one's a real heart episode. Enjoy.