In this inspiring episode of Dream Business, Dream Life, I’m joined by Sandra Garlick MBE, visibility strategist, speaker mentor, and founder of the Woman Who Awards, for a powerful conversation about confidence, storytelling, and creating opportunities instead of waiting for permission.

Sandra shares her remarkable journey from solicitor to award-winning advocate for women in business, reflecting on 10 years of impact, innovation, and accidental success. We talk openly about imposter syndrome, personal brand, speaking on stages (even when you feel “not ready”), and why visibility should always be on your terms.

Whether you’re a startup founder, solopreneur, or established business owner, this episode will encourage you to stop hiding, start sharing your story, and take up space...without pretending to be someone you’re not.

In this episode, we cover:

• Sandra’s journey from law to building a 10-year business supporting women
• Why women wait to be “chosen” (and why that needs to stop)
• What visibility really means and what it definitely isn’t
• How awards can transform confidence, mindset, and credibility
• The power of speaking, storytelling, and relatable role models
• Practical tips for getting visible without burning out
• Why connection beats selling every single time

This episode of Dream Business, Dream Life is proudly sponsored by Sandra Garlick MBE, who has spent the last decade championing women in business through awards, visibility strategy, speaking opportunities, and mentoring.

Sandra Garlick MBE is a speaker mentor, visibility strategist, and founder of the Woman Who Awards. After leaving the corporate legal world in 2007 and proving that women in business absolutely do belong, she rebuilt her career following a pivotal turning point in 2016.

Today, Sandra helps business owners, experts, and leaders amplify their voice, personal brand, and authority through strategic visibility and speaking. She has worked with thousands of women, creating stages, awards, media opportunities, and high-impact experiences that turn visibility into credibility and growth.

Sandra was awarded her MBE in 2020 for her services to women in business.

Website: https://womanwho.co.uk
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandragarlick
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sandragarlickmbe/

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In this episode of Dream Business Dream Life, we explore a subtle but powerful shift that can dramatically change how you feel online, in your business, and in your life...not commenting on everything you have an opinion on.

In a world filled with constant opinions, hot takes, and online conversations, it’s easy to confuse participation with leadership. But what if choosing not to respond is actually a form of self-leadership, maturity, and energetic protection?

This episode is a gentle invitation to pause, reflect, and become more intentional with where, and how, you spend your energy.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why having an opinion doesn’t always mean it needs to be shared
• The emotional and energetic cost of constant online engagement
• How commenting everywhere can quietly drain your nervous system
• The difference between participation and true thought leadership
• Why grounded, successful business owners tend to be more selective online
• A simple question to ask before entering any online conversation
• How protecting your energy supports a calmer, more sustainable business

Thought leadership isn’t about volume.
It’s not about visibility for visibility’s sake, and it’s not about having a public opinion on everything. Real leadership is quiet, intentional, and grounded.

Sometimes the strongest thing you can do, for yourself and for others, is to stay quiet.

A Question to Take With You

Before commenting, responding, or engaging online, ask yourself:

If something is truly meant to be said, it won’t feel rushed.
If it’s meant to be shared publicly, it will still be relevant later.

Why This Matters for Your Business

A dream business requires:

• Clear energy
• Creative energy
• Emotional capacity

When your energy is constantly spent on reaction, there’s less left for what truly matters: your life, your work, and the business you’re building.

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In this episode of Dream Business Dream Life, Emma is joined by Natalie McKenzie, also known as The Brain Lady and Cognitive Strategist, to explore how brain health directly impacts business performance, decision-making, burnout, and long-term wellbeing.

From sleep deprivation and hustle culture to digital overload, AI, and poor nutrition, Natalie explains how everyday business habits quietly affect how your brain functions, often years before we notice the consequences. This conversation challenges the idea that pushing harder leads to better results and instead makes the case for protecting your brain as a core business strategy.

If you’ve ever experienced brain fog, exhaustion, overwhelm, poor focus, or burnout, this episode will change how you think about productivity, success, and sustainability in business.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your brain controls every business decision you make
• How poor sleep can reduce decision-making by up to 40%
• The early warning signs of cognitive overload and burnout
• Why hustle culture is damaging long-term brain health
• How AI and digital overload affect critical thinking
• Why most people skip the basics and jump straight to supplements
• The surprising link between brain health and future dementia risk
• How understanding your cognitive strengths can improve business efficiency
• Why doing hard things is actually good for your brain
• Natalie’s surprisingly simple brain-friendly habits (including eggs 🥚)

🧠 Key Topics Covered:

• Brain health for entrepreneurs
• Burnout prevention for business owners
• Cognitive performance and decision fatigue
• Sleep, nutrition, hydration & productivity
• AI, technology & brain function
• Sustainable success without hustle culture

Who is Natalie?

Natalie Mackenzie is a cognitive & brain health expert for business owners, with a background in Psychology, Neuropsychology and business strategy. She works with founders, leaders and entrepreneurs to optimise their cognitive performance , overcome decision fatigue and avoid burnout-through blending cognitive science and practical business frameworks, to also look after brain health for later life. Natalie is sought after media expert, regularly sharing her expertise on cognition in publications such as The Guardian, The Telegraph and The Independent and many others.

www.thecognitivestrategist.com https://www.instagram.com/thecognitivestrategist/

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