In this episode, Triin-Liis Treial shares her inspiring journey from moving countries to landing a government job to becoming a certified building biologist and now entrepreneur. She discusses the pivotal moments that led to her career transitions, including an injury that pushed her to pursue her passion. Triin-Liis emphasises the importance of mindset, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the significance of knowing your 'why' in business. She also shares insights on networking, collaboration, and the evolution of her business, Chameleon Sand Candle, which focuses on environmentally friendly products.

Takeaways

• Triin-Liis transitioned from a government job to building biology.
• An injury served as a catalyst for her career change.
• Building biology allowed her to help people understand their home environments.
• Entrepreneurship requires a learner's mindset and adaptability.
• Chameleon Sand Candle emphasises environmental health and sustainability.
• Networking and collaboration are key to business growth.
• Knowing your 'why' is crucial for long-term success.
• Reinvention is necessary in business to stay relevant.
• Daily struggles are part of the entrepreneurial journey.

You can connect with Triin-Liis here....

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/triin-liis-treial/

Website: https://chameleonsandcandle.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triinliistreial/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/triinliistreial

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Diana Nguyen shares her journey as a storyteller, comedian, MC, entrepreneur, dancer-influencer on LinkedIn with over 73k followers. She was named as the 2021 Top 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian of the year. She is a #JoyFool dancer who has spoken at conferences around the world including her first TedTalk in 2020 called "Joy is my Caffeine – JoyFool".

Diana has performed at Comedy Festivals around Australia, including the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Edinburgh and Los Angeles with shows including Phi and Me (4.5 stars Herald Sun), Chasing Keanu Reeves (4 stars TimeOut) and Naked (4.95 Stars Australia Times).

She is the co-creator of the first ever Vietnamese Australian family comedy web series called Phi and Me TV – 5 episodes are available now on [phiandme.tv](http://phiandme.tv/) – celebrating Vietnamese refugee migration to Australia and the hilarious trials of intergenerational family love.

Her business The Launch Off helps professionals, CEOs and creative share their work on a business platform.

Diana discusses the importance of joy in her life, the impact of art and performance, and how she navigated challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Diana emphasizes the power of authenticity and connection in both personal and professional realms, and she reflects on the balance between motherhood and career. With exciting plans for her memoir and stand-up tour, Diana inspires listeners to embrace their stories and pursue their passions.

Takeaways:

• Diana emphasizes the importance of storytelling in personal and professional growth.
• Art and performance provided Diana with joy and a foundation for her career.
• Comedy is a challenging yet rewarding form of expression that requires resilience.
• COVID-19 forced many to pivot and adapt, leading to unexpected opportunities.
• Diana's 'Launch Off' initiative aims to empower others to share their stories.
• Going viral on LinkedIn opened new doors for Diana and showcased the power of video.
• Authenticity is a key advantage in connecting with audiences and clients.
• Women often face compromises in balancing career and motherhood, but strategic planning can help.
• Surrounding oneself with supportive people is crucial for growth and success.
• Diana is working on her memoir and plans to tour with her stand-up comedy.

You can connect with Diana here....

Website: www.diananguyen.com.au

Instagram: realdiananguyen

Youtube: DianaNguyen

Facebook: realdiananguyen

Tik Tok: realdiananguyen

Email: info@diananguyen.com.au

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In this episode, Natalie and String explore the journey of personal and professional growth, touching on pivotal life events, the importance of creativity, and the challenges of building a personal brand. String shares her experiences with resilience, navigating career choices, and the impact of her brother's passing on her drive to creating her own path. They discuss the significance of authenticity in branding, the challenges of visibility in today's digital landscape, and the lessons learned from personal experiences, including the journey into motherhood. The conversation concludes with valuable advice and insights into creating a sustainable content strategy.

Takeaways:

• Losing a loved one can drive you to create your own path.
• Resilience is built through personal challenges and experiences.
• Creativity is essential for personal and professional growth.
• Branding should focus on authenticity rather than polish.
• Traveling can be a transformative experience for self-discovery.
• Understanding your financial mindset is crucial for success.
• Visibility and influence are key in today's digital world.
• Personal branding should connect with your core theme.
• Overcoming fears around public speaking can enhance content creation.
• Building a supportive community is vital for growth.

You can connect with String at..

Website: stringstory.co

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stringstory/

Email: stringstory@gmail.com

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/stringstory/?hl=en

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Check out my new Notion "Optimise Your LinkedIn Playbook & Checklist"

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