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What really happened behind the scenes this year?

In this special crossover episode, my beautiful biz bestie Mel Daniels, host of The Powerful Content Podcast, and I have an honest and reflective chat about what 2025 looked and felt like for both of us, in business and in life.

We sat down with a list of big-hearted questions to explore what we’ve learned, what we’ve let go of, and what we’re carrying into 2026 with fresh intention.

This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a real conversation between two friends, navigating the mess, the magic, and the middle bits of business with honesty, a few laughs, and full permission to go deep.

In this conversation, Mel and I discussed:

• The moments that reminded us why we chose this business journey in the first place
• What we’ve each let go of this year — and how it created more ease and alignment
• How we’ve grown beyond the numbers (and what growth really looked like for us)
• Our soundtracks for 2025
• The resistance we've faced and what it has taught us, and what we’re intentionally bringing into 2026 — and how we want it to feel

Mel Daniels is a Content Strategist, podcast host, and all-around wise woman when it comes to helping service-based business owners create intentional content that connects. She’s the host of The Powerful Content Podcast, where she shares insights and strategies to help women grow their businesses with purpose-led content.

• Listen to The Powerful Content Podcast: https://www.meldbusinessservices.com.au/powerfulpodcast/
• Connect on Instagram: @meldbusiness
• Visit Mel’s website: https://www.meldbusinessservices.com.au

Also mentioned in this episode:

"Would you be horrified or grateful if your year repeated five times?" reflection question is credited to the Instagram account We Think Deeply.

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If you’ve been stuck in a season of “what now?” — this episode might just be the clarity you didn’t know you needed.

In this honest conversation, I’m joined by Frances Scadden, who knows a thing or two about reinventing your business when things no longer feel in alignment.

We talk about pivoting (without burning it all down), redefining visibility as a woman in business, and what it really looks like to honour your truth — even when it makes other people uncomfortable.

In this conversation, Frances and I discussed:

• Frances’ journey from corporate to coaching to content creation, and how her career has evolved through different seasons — from chasing corporate success, to coaching midlife women, to finding unexpected joy and alignment in content creation (even at 52!).
• What it really feels like to pivot — and why it’s not failure. Frances opens up about the rollercoaster of making big changes in business, the fear of being judged, and how she navigated the uncomfortable “in-between” when she knew something wasn’t working anymore.
• Why visibility is often the hardest part for women in business, the reasons women hold back from showing up online, and how Frances helps her clients reframe what visibility looks like on their own terms.
• Burnout, boundaries, and letting go of the pressure to do it all, and how stepping away (without burning everything down) allowed Frances to create a business that feels so much more sustainable.
• The power of connection, creativity, and owning your story

Frances Scadden is a Content Creator and Social Media Manager who helps women in business turn their messy, brilliant ideas into scroll-stopping content that actually lands. After years as a coach and mentor, she made the brave decision to pivot into a business that feels energising, creative, and truly aligned. Through her brand Your Content Partner, Frances blends strategy, storytelling, and soul to help women get seen, trusted, and hired — in a way that feels human and not forced.

You can connect with Frances in the following places:
Follow Frances on Instagram, or check out Your Content Partner on IG.
You can also find her on LinkedIn.

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Starting over isn’t easy — whether it’s a career shift, a life transition, or rediscovering who you are after change. It takes courage, vulnerability, and a whole lot of self-compassion.

In this heartfelt conversation, I chat with coach and global citizen Alessia Gandolfo about what it really looks like to begin again — one small, brave step at a time. We talk about embracing uncertainty, trusting your own pace, and how to find purpose when the path ahead feels unclear.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start over (or if you’re strong enough to try), this episode will remind you that courage doesn’t always roar — sometimes, it’s simply the quiet decision to take the next step forward.

In this conversation, Alessia and I discussed:

• Alessia’s bold move to Australia — and what called her back home
• The power of taking “one brave baby step” each day, and what she learned from finding work, making new friends and dating Australian men
• Why starting over can feel harder when you’re surrounded by familiarity
• How clarity in business often begins with reconnecting to your message and finding what lights you up
• Finding purpose through alignment, intuition, and soft self-leadership - having a go and then evolving as we go

Alessia Gandolfo is a purpose and business coach who supports creatives, coaches, and healers to clarify their message and align their work with who they truly are. With almost a decade of experience in personal development and career coaching, Alessia helps her clients navigate pivots, rediscover passion, and find the language that brings their magic to life. She’s especially passionate about working with soulful entrepreneurs whose work is hard to “pin down” — helping them express their transformation in ways that feel true, clear, and deeply resonant.

You can connect with Alessia in the following places:

On her website at: alessiagandolfo.com, or follow her on Instagram: @alessiagandolfocoaching You can find Alessia’s free resources at alessiagandolfo.com/resources

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Are you making great revenue but still wondering, “Where did all the money go?” If your bank account doesn’t reflect your hard work, this one’s for you.

In this episode, I’m flipping the script on the online business world’s obsession with revenue and inviting you to focus on something even more important — profit. I share how easy it is for money to quietly leak out of your business, even when sales are strong, and talk through five sneaky expenses that might be eating into your bottom line, including subscriptions and tools you’re not using, courses you’ve bought but haven’t implemented, discounting your services, upgrading tech too soon and lifestyle leaks that creep into business spending.

I also share real-life examples from my own business, plus a few gentle mindset shifts to help you protect your profit without feeling restricted or deprived.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Free Core Values Mini-Workshop

Annie references specific software and tools she uses in her business, including:
Xero (accounting software): xero.com
ActiveCampaign (email marketing): activecampaign.com
Kajabi (all-in-one business platform): kajabi.com

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Let’s talk about that sinking feeling you get when you open up your banking app or accounting software…

Yep, I’ve been there too. Maybe you keep putting off looking at your numbers—business or personal—because it all just feels too much. You’re not alone, my friend. And that’s exactly what we’re unpacking in today’s episode.

We’re diving into the real reasons so many of us (especially heart-led women in business) avoid our finances—and spoiler alert: it’s rarely about the numbers themselves. We’ll explore the stories and fears that might be holding you back, and I’ll share a gentle, doable money ritual that takes just 15 minutes. It’s helped me shift from anxious avoidance to feeling calm, capable, and in control—and I know it can help you too.

If money stuff feels heavy or stressful right now, this episode is your invitation to flip the script and start building a kinder, more empowering relationship with your finances.

Download your free copy of Calm Consistent Cash: the Playbook.

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Imagine waking up and trusting that you will handle every situation perfectly? What if the secret isn't in the doing but in simply being—being present, being you? In this episode of The Light Seekers Lounge, we dive deep into the art of true presence and self-love with Rachel Madorsky.

Rachel Madorsky is a bestselling author, speaker, psychotherapist and executive coach helping women leaders give themselves everything they ever wanted in life - now. Recognised by Influence Digest as one of Austin’s top 15 coaches, to date, Rachel has coached hundreds of brilliant entrepreneurs, artists, CEOs and visionaries, guiding them to experience more freedom, love and wealth in all its forms.

Rachel is the author and illustrator of the best-selling book, "How to Love Yourself: In Less Than a Week and Also for the Rest of Your Life,” featured in The Be Kind Winter Box by Ellen DeGeneres.

In this conversation, Rachel and I discussed:

• The significance of self-love on every facet of life - including improving relationships, career, and financial well-being - and empowering women to be open to receiving more money.
• Allowing yourself to feel negative emotions fully before seeking the next steps, and Rachel's "many" self-care practices, including organising life for authentic bliss.
• What valuable lessons Rachel has learned from improv comedy, including saying "yes," embracing mistakes, and being present.
• The inspiration behind and rapid creation of Rachel's book, "How to Love Yourself in Less Than a Week. And also for the rest of your life," sparked during a walk in the sunshine.
• Self-love and its connection to trusting our intuition - and a great story about how Rachel's book ended up being promoted by Ellen DeGeneres.

You can connect with Rachel in the following places:
On her website, rachelmadorsky.com and on Instagram @rachelmadorsky. Rachel wrote the book 'How to Love Yourself In Less Than a Week And Also for the Rest of Your Life' which you can purchase on her website.

Also mentioned in this episode:

The Ultimate Coach (Steve Hardison) The Ultimate Coach website

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I believe working with a coach can be really powerful, but it's not always the right move or right time.

In this solo episode, I’m opening up about my own coaching journey and sharing the essential questions you need to ask before committing to working with a coach.

Whatever kind of coach you're looking at hiring, this episode will help you get clear on your goals, readiness, and financial capacity, as well as common pitfalls to avoid, so you can make an empowered, grounded decision.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Beautiful You Coaching Academy, founded by Julie Parker.

Annie mentions becoming a certified Profit First professional. The system is based on the book Profit First by Mike Michalowicz

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In this episode of The Light Seekers’ Lounge, I’m joined by the incredible Donna Hann—a certified high performance business and mindset coach, bestselling author, and passionate advocate for women in regional Australia.

With over 15 years of experience in business, Donna has launched, grown, and sold multiple businesses—including a thriving dance studio—all while raising her two boys. Today, she supports ambitious women to grow values-led, sustainable businesses without burning out through her coaching programs and Regional Business Women’s Membership.

In this conversation, Donna and I discussed:

• Donna's business journey from dance studio owner to coach, and the realities and magic of growing a business in a regional area
• The power of values-led planning and vision setting, and how we can avoid burnout and stay connected to what matters most (including Donna’s beautiful "glass balls vs. rubber balls" analogy)
• How she’s learned to honour the seasons of life and business through some big life changes, and what it really looks like to pause, reset, and come back with clarity
• Tips for building resilience and sustaining your energy as a business owner

You can find find Donna in the following places:
On her website, donnahann.com and on Instagram @donnahann_coach. Donna co-authored the book 'Try and Stop Her', which you can purchase on her website.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Ten Seconds of Courage – Nadine Champion (Book)

Samantha Wills – Official Website

Super Attractor Oracle Deck – Gabby Bernstein

Rebecca Campbell Oracle Decks

The Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne

White Deer – Branding Studio

Profit First with Laura Elkaslassy

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