Episodes

At 54, Elaine Williams, feels like she is just getting started. Destined with an ability to laugh at herself and growing in confidence every day, Elaine joins the Podcast to share her story for good and help others do the same. In this charismatic and bubbly conversation listen as Holly and Elaine discuss: Life and how sometimes we can do a lot of the right things, but maybe not always for the best reason. Learning to love ourselves more than caring what others think and how we think we should b...

Traditionally a community is thought of as a group of people living in close proximity. However, it is so much more than that. Holly is travelling solo today to talk about how her thoughts and experiences of community have evolved and expanded greater than she could have imagined. Listen as Holly reflects on: The different types of community we can find all around us. Pulling together and pouring out support, love and care in situations of need at certain phases of our lives. Evolution from in p...

Julie Scott is full of inspiration today as she chats with Holly and infuses this episode with optimism in order to inspire others to to find new meaning and purpose so they can confidently make the rest of their life the *best* of their life". The energy in this episode will make you smile, develop your curiosity and have you nodding your head alongside. Listen as Holly and Julie discuss: How beliefs are really just divisions that we've made about ourselves and the world. The possibilities that...

Ducks are content, adaptable and lead a life of balance. They communicate, stick together and respect their limitations. Similar to this conversation between Holly and her guest Wendy Jarvis. Wendy is author of Be a Duck, has a VW beetle named Stan and brings a light and humble approach to this conversation. Listen as Holly and Wendy discuss: There are many things we may not be able to do, but those that we can do, we ought to do well. Taking a breath, being present and reconnecting within retir...

Kerry is famously know as the director and head bean counter at Zinc Business Solutions, and also hosts the Simply Biz Bean$ podcast which is held in a virtual cafe where business finances are as simple as having a cup of coffee! Kerry has worn many hats throughout her life, providing wonderful wisdom and insight all round. Listen as Kerry and Holly discuss: Embracing change, loving it and realising how important it is in our lives. Hard work ethics, how it is passed down through generations and...

Today marks a very special occasion on the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast as Holly is interviewed from behind the scenes for her 50th episode. It is no mean feat to commit and dedicate yourself, alongside learning and exploring every step of the way. The absolute exhilaration and enjoyment which seeps through every word in this conversation is evident. Join Holly as she is interviewed on the other side of the microphone by her podcast production manager Linda Bonney. They touch on: What ret...

After slogging hard, giving at 200% to rebuild her career and trying to climb back up the ladder from missing so many years in the workforce - Denise Millet felt cooked and wiped out. At that point an early endometrial cancer diagnosis changed her life. She decided enough was enough and changed her life for the better. Listen as she joins Holly for the Podcast today and they discuss: Building a business to sustain us for the rest of my lives. How we can judge ourselves from a later perspective, ...

Cat Corchado joins Holly for the Teaching Yourself to Lean Podcast today. Cat retired from the US Air Force in 2000 and now helps others navigate the transition process from active duty to civilian through her own Podcast, Sisters-in-Service. Listen as Cat and Holly explore: Overcoming challenges and what they look like both inside and outside a military way of living. How to adapt, accept and acknowledge when feeling a sense of loss after knowing a certain lifestyle for a large part of your lif...

Holly is fresh and back from holidays with a special Solo episode on the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast today. Holly reflects on a few things that matter most and how they should never be at the mercy of the things that matter least. Listen as Holly chats about the following areas in this snippet for your ears: The busy of being busy Slowing down to speed up and stopping to smell the roses Naming it to tame it and altering our perspective for the better Accelerating our mindful decision maki...

So often we feel like we need to hide certain parts of our identities, whether that is through protecting others, protecting ourselves or what we believe is best for us at the time. Pam Mantay did exactly that. After being diagnosed with sickle cell disease at four years old, Pam values the importance of digging deep to focus on what's important in order to fulfil our purpose. Listen as Holly and Pam discuss: The uncertainty of chronic illness and fear that unfortunately is learnt through hiding...

Wouldn't it be amazing if you could be completely unafraid to rewrite our lives, especially in this third half? Amy Rees is a living example of how you can do extraordinary things and how it's never too late to be who you might have been. Listen as Amy and Holly chat about: Friendships and women supporting women, while also keeping yourself open and available for new opportunities and friendships. Turning hobbies into successful business endeavours and bringing joy to others in the process. Genu...

There are some stories and conversations which absolutely capture the essence of community, friendships and inspirational appetite that is desired for in the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast. Becky Burnett does not disappoint and provides one of those conversations within this episode. Becky and Holly actually used to work together, before both retiring and expanding their third half of life. Listen to Becky and Holly talk about Becky's heartening story and touch on: How sometimes our best lai...

Is it possible to give too much? As a leader of a circle of GIVE-ologists, Donna Bender certainly doesn't think so. Donna is passionate about sharing her proven formula to retain clients, multiply referrals, and increase sales by simply giving. After speaking over Clubhouse for many months, Holly and Donna sit down for the podcast today and discuss: How to inspire at least one person everyday and how important it is as part of the mission towards impactful business. When a career of many twists ...

Holly shares a very special and personal story today which is bound to teach, inspire and delight her listeners. Recently on episode 40 of the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast, Holly touched on a particularly noteworthy story and mentioned a special mug. Holly reflects on the lesson taken from the gift and how we can move forward after life altering experiences. Holly touches on: How we never know how the things we do can impact someone else and the ripple effects of giving, years after. When ...

Maureen Edwards joins Holly on the Podcast today to talk about her journey throughout entrepreneurship and life itself. On the outside it looked like life was great, business booming. However after almost losing everything in her first company, it sparked a passion to work with small businesses owners over 50. Listen as Holly and Maureen discuss: Living a life without regret and giving grace when expectation cannot be met. The power of asking for help, earlier rather than later. The unattainable...

Barbara Bolton Schreiber never imagined she would be living her dream guiding entrepreneurs to make an impact, while also having an enjoyable and wonderful chat alongside Holly on the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast. After surviving complex trauma, Barbara has taught herself not to get involved with the drama around her - making for a fascinating conversation. Listen as Holly and Barbara touch on: Situations and experiences which are beyond your control and how that can translate to a traumat...

Holly explores confidence in the comfortable in this episode with her guest Linda Lauridsen. Linda is a leading expert Style Coach or as she's better know, Linda the Style Sherpa. She's been in the beauty industry for over 34 years as an artist hairstylist, editorial makeup artist, and an international image consultant. Listen as Holly and Linda discuss: How your backstory can drive you and create opportunities that steer your career choice, even into your midlife. Creating a compass of four car...

Holly is flying Solo on the Podcast this week as she reflects on the friendships that she has shared throughout the various seasons of her life. Certain events can prompt thinking which helps us see the world differently and Holly has recently done that. Listen as she explores: How friends play a very important role in our lives and how that changes and progresses within our third-half of life. Discovering aspects of yourself in friends and experiences. How the needs required within friendships ...

Are you checking in and invested in your future self? Jen Vertanen surely is. Jen Vertanen is a mentor for ambitious women who may feel bored and unfulfilled even though they've checked all the boxes and done everything "right". This conversation has a bucketload of gems and the vibrancy of Jen shines through the microphone right into your ears. Listen as Holly and Jen discuss: How sometimes life can appear very, very good on the outside - yet we are crumbling and barely holding it together on t...

We are back again with Linda Lenore! If you remember, Linda is a Feng Shui Master, Green Building and Vital Home consultant. Last week we heard an introduction to Linda and how the home can impact so many aspects of our lives. This week Linda and Holly extend on the conversation and talk about: Feng Shui for business and in the corporate world, including communication and right directions. A peach tree, a romance and a happy ever after. Physical placement of finding energy clues about what is ha...

What would happen if you found out that your home was causing significant illness and heartbreaks? Linda Lenore discovered that this was happening in her world and because our homes are a place where we spent a good chunk of our time, she embarked on a mission to find answers and how to heal from the home environment. Linda has a fascinating story and has achieved in her life. Listen as Holly and Linda discuss: Walking into a room as the minority and discovering the surprise that awaits. Travell...

Stephanie Corder has seen her fair share of ups and downs throughout her life, although you wouldn't think so based on this conversation. Stephanie has a truly remarkable and inspirational story of finding freedom even when others think it's impossible. Listen to this uplifting and fun conversation as Holly and Stephanie discuss: Invisible conditions and the effect they have on ourselves and others. Going to a party, even when you feel like it could be the hardest thing you do in your week, mont...

Sometimes when two people meet you can hear the click from halfway around the world. And that is exactly what happened within this conversation. Jo created a business to empower and support the 40+ woman to rediscover her purpose, health and passion for life. Although their physical locations may be miles apart, it is clear Jo and Holly have a lot in common and fell into this conversation with enthusiasm, acceptance and a bit of brain fog in between. Listen as they discuss: Self-care isn't selfi...

On the Other Side of Foster Care with Nicole White Unfortunately some people have been dealt quite a bit in their life and fortunately we have people such as our guest today to share their wisdom as a result. Nicole Whilte recently published a memoir detailing her life from early childhood until she met her biological mother for the first time at age 17. In this powerful conversation Holly and Nicole give a brief understand to topics such as: Healing from childhood traumatic events, sexual and ...