In this inspiring interview, Joe Robinson-Howarth, founder of the Happiness Club, shares insights on mental wellbeing, navigating life's ups and downs, and the power of appreciation. Discover practical strategies for cultivating happiness and resilience in everyday life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Happiness Club and Guest
01:03 The origins of the Happiness Club and Joe’s background
02:26 Common reasons people seek therapy: stress, anxiety, depression
03:14 Redefining happiness: navigating all of life’s experiences
04:46 The value of accepting life's peaks and troughs
06:14 Mindfulness and turning towards difficult emotions
07:11 Membership journey and long-term engagement
08:27 Future plans for the Happiness Club and expansion
09:31 Personal story: facing cancer and appreciating life
14:15 Living in the present and practicing gratitude
16:44 How to find out more about the Happiness Club
17:57 Joe’s top tip for happiness: appreciation
18:59 Final advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

The Happiness Club Website - https://thehappinessclub.co.uk
Advanced Hypnotherapy Techniques by Joe Robinson-Howarth - https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Advanced+Hypnotherapy+Joe+Robinson-Howarth

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In this engaging interview, Jo Swann, founder of Chocolate PR, shares her journey from corporate frustrations to building a playful, mission-driven PR agency. Jo discusses the importance of authentic self-leadership, the power of values, and how high achievers can avoid burnout while creating meaningful impact.

The following topics are covered in today's conversation:

• The origin story of Chocolate PR and its playful branding
• The importance of authentic self-leadership and values
• High achievers, burnout, and resilience in entrepreneurship
• The role of self-awareness in business success
• Building a mission-led business after corporate life

Resources
Chocolate PR - https://www.chocolatepr.co.uk/
Celebrating You With PR (Book) - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Celebrating-YOU-Empowering-entrepreneurs-confident/dp/B0BB5MCBRF
PR Powerhouse Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pr-powerhouse-with-jo-swann/id1585138279

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In this episode of the Bold Business Podcast, Ros Jones discusses the often-overlooked topic of burnout, emphasising that it doesn't arise suddenly but builds up over time. Ros shares her personal experiences with burnout and highlights the importance of self-leadership in recognising and addressing emotional load before it leads to burnout. Ros also outlines that the World health Organisation (WHO) now recognises Burnout as an official illness and delves into the subtle signs of burnout, the need for compassion in leadership, and the systemic nature of burnout in organisations. The conversation culminates in a discussion of the 12 stages of burnout, urging listeners to take ownership of their well-being and foster a culture of awareness and support.

Episode Takeaways

• Burnout often starts quietly, long before it becomes visible.
• Self-leadership is crucial in recognising emotional load.
• Noticing early signs of burnout can prevent escalation.
• Compassion in leadership is essential for well-being.
• Burnout is a systemic issue, not just a personal one.
• The journey to burnout can take years to unfold.
• High performers are often at risk for burnout.
• Awareness of personal habits can help break burnout cycles.
• Organisations must support their employees to prevent burnout.
• Taking ownership of one's career is key to avoiding burnout.
• The WHO now recognises Burnout as an official illness

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Read about the 7 pillars of wellbeing from last week's episode:
https://rosjones.co.uk/the-7-pillars-of-wellbeing-a-practical-foundation-for-balanced-business-success/