The Joy Work Show

In this episode of The Joy Work Show, Diane is joined by Claire Bartlett to talk about something that affects millions of women but is rarely discussed in entrepreneurship. Perimenopause. Claire shares her journey as a long-time entrepreneur who began to notice profound changes in her energy, focus, and confidence as she entered perimenopause. What initially felt confusing and isolating became the...

In this episode of The Joy Work Show, Diane is joined by Natalie Mackenzie to explore something every entrepreneur relies on but rarely protects properly. Their brain. Natalie shares her background in cognitive rehabilitation and brain health, and explains why long-term cognitive wellbeing is not a luxury for business owners. It is a strategy. This conversation explores how sleep, stress, daily ro...

If you keep saying you don’t have time, this episode might challenge you in the best way. In this solo episode of The Joy Work Show, Diane explores why most entrepreneurs don’t actually have a time problem. They have a standards problem. This conversation moves beyond productivity hacks and into leadership. Diane breaks down the difference between goals and standards, why standards are identity-ba...

If your notes app is full, your ideas list keeps growing, and you still feel stuck, this episode is for you. In this solo episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane explores why most business owners are not lacking ideas, but lacking commitment. She breaks down how too many ideas can become a hiding place, why bravery matters more than brilliance, and how clarity is created through action, not overthink...

In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane is joined by Carol Robinson, founder of One of a Kind Club, a jewellery brand built around colour, confidence, and spreading joy. Carol shares her journey from a twenty-year career in advertising to launching her own vibrant business, driven by a desire to make people smile and feel good about themselves. Together, they explore self acceptance, motherho...

Network marketing is one of those business models people have strong opinions about. This episode is not a pitch. It is an honest conversation. In this solo episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane shares why she chose to start a network marketing business and the thinking, beliefs, and strategy behind that decision. Diane talks openly about the reputation of network marketing, why she understands the...

In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane is joined by marketeer Daniella Paolozzi for a thoughtful conversation about what it really means to stand out in an increasingly noisy digital world. Daniella shares her journey from traditional marketing into a more intentional, human approach that prioritises authenticity, personalisation and genuine connection. Together, they explore why shouting lo...

What does “playing small” really look like in business and why does it keep so many capable business owners stuck? In this solo episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane challenges the usual narrative around playing small and reframes it as a question of safety, self-editing, and commitment, not confidence or ambition. Drawing on her own lived experience, Diane explores the subtle ways business owners...

In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane is joined by accountability strategist Toni Addinall for a grounded conversation about progress, priorities, and building a business that fits real life. Toni shares her journey from a successful corporate career into self-employment, and how accountability, mindset, and support became essential as she navigated business growth alongside motherhood and...

As one year closes and another begins, it’s easy to rush straight into goals, plans and pressure. In this first solo episode of the year on The Joy Work Show , Diane invites you to pause, and make the one decision that quietly shapes everything else. Before you plan your year, your business, or your next move, this episode asks a deeper question: Who are you choosing to be as you build the next ch...

In this special anniversary episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane welcomes back Jenna Holloway to reflect on how the past year has reshaped her business, her priorities, and her relationship with joy. Jenna shares why she returned to her intuitive mentorship roots, how intentionally shifting back to one-to-one client work transformed her energy, and why prioritising personal wellbeing became non-ne...

In this special anniversary episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane is joined by Claire Hill to reflect on a year of deep personal growth, meaningful connections, and redefining what success really looks like. Claire shares her journey of self-discovery over the past year, including how local networking transformed her business, why gratitude became a daily practice, and how learning to balance ambit...

As the year comes to a close, many business owners are quietly carrying disappointment, pride, resilience and unanswered questions, often all at once. In this honest solo episode of  The Joy Work Show , Diane reflects on a year that didn’t go to plan, sharing her own experience of setting big goals, navigating unexpected health challenges, and redefining what success really looks like. From aiming...

In this special anniversary episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane welcomes back life coach Kathryn Ball to reflect on how her work, perspective, and relationship with joy have evolved over the past year. Kathryn shares how questioning long-held societal rules has reshaped the way she coaches, and the way she lives. Together, Diane and Kathryn explore the power of small moments, the courage it takes...

The Joy Work Show is officially ONE year old — and in this anniversary episode, Diane shares the real story behind Year One. The truth. The lessons. The numbers. The challenges. The joy. From setting a bold goal of 100 episodes to closing the year at 84 — and celebrating over 24,000 downloads — this episode is a grounded, honest reflection on building something meaningful in a year that didn’t go...

In this special anniversary episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane reconnects with Laura to reflect on the powerful evolution she’s experienced over the past year, both in business and in life. Together, they explore: ✨ How choosing calm over hustle transformed Laura’s business ✨ The rituals and non-negotiables that created more space, clarity and growth ✨ Why small, quiet moments of joy make a b...

In this powerful solo episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane discusses the one skill that shapes every decision you make in business: self-trust . You can have the perfect strategy, the best mentor, the most beautifully mapped-out 90-day plan… but if you don’t trust yourself to lead it, you will second-guess every move, dilute your decisions, and stay stuck in crowdsourcing mode. Diane breaks down:...

In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane sits down with Suzy Stanton , an SEO copywriter whose story is equal parts courage, clarity, and reinvention. Suzy shares her journey from a career in law, stable, respected, and deeply misaligned, to building a life filled with freedom, creativity, and presence for her adopted children. This isn’t just a story about switching jobs. It’s a story about s...

In this powerful solo episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane explores the truth behind one of the hardest lessons in business: that slowing down doesn’t mean losing momentum. Diane shares why intentional pauses aren’t setbacks but strategic resets that allow for growth, clarity, and sustainable success. Discussing how quiet seasons reveal what’s truly aligned, how to rebuild momentum without burnout...

In this moving episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane speaks with Cheryl Sharp , CEO, domestic abuse advocate, and survivor, about her extraordinary journey from surviving an abusive marriage to building a life rooted in purpose, empowerment, and joy. Cheryl opens up about the moment she decided to leave, the long road of rebuilding her confidence, and how counselling, coaching, and community became...

In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane delivers your ultimate Q4 wake-up call, a focused roadmap to finish the year strong and step boldly into 2026. She breaks down the three power moves every business owner should prioritize right now: Refine your foundations so your systems and strategy can scale. Reignite your visibility with purpose and consistency. Reconnect with your community to buil...

What if confidence isn’t something you have , but something you build ? In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane reveals “The Confidence Shortcut” a powerful, practical way to start showing up boldly even when you don’t feel ready. You’ll learn: 💡 Why confidence is built through wee, courageous decisions 🔥 How to use a 7-day Confidence Sprint to change the way you show up in business and lif...

In this eye-opening episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane is joined by nervous system expert and business mentor Nicole Gomez to uncover how nervous system regulation can radically shift your business, health, and life. Together, they explore the hidden link between emotional triggers, physical wellbeing, and sustainable success. Nicole shares her journey from corporate stress to entrepreneurship,...

Most entrepreneurs hit the brakes in the final stretch of the year, waiting for January to “start fresh.” But what if the last 90 days were actually the most powerful? In this episode of The Joy Work Show , Diane shares her proven 90-day sprint framework: set one bold goal, break it into focused projects, build simple daily habits, and add joy checkpoints to fuel your momentum. You’ll learn how to...

In this powerful conversation, Diane and Denise Duffield-Thomas go deep into the heart of money mindset and why joy belongs at the centre of it. Denise shares her journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a leader in financial empowerment, exploring how personal experiences shape our beliefs about money and success. Together, they uncover the importance of normalising conversations about m...