Focus on WHY

Focus on WHY launched on 30 April 2020 and this new trailer reflects the evolution of the podcast over the years. Host Amy Rowlinson explains the intention of the show and how it will inspire, enable and empower you to achieve self-fulfilment and encourage you to focus on your WHY. Packed with stories, strategies and insights shared by Amy and her many purpose-driven guests, these episodes will he...

Curious about how faith intertwines with business values and personal growth? Recognising the perpetual pressure to achieve and stay busy, Mark Saxby shifted his focus from doing to being, to savour the present moment and embody a more mindful existence. Committed to this holistic approach, Mark's new perspective marks a significant chapter, underpinned by living authentically and exploring how hi...

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued her interest.  In this episode, exploring topics of screen addiction, existential threats, gender balance, engagement at work, spaciousness, D-Day commemorations, legacy, visual storytelling, re...

Is your child struggling with fear, anxiety or peer pressure? Committed to improving children's mental health, building resilience and encouraging growth, Lorna Davies and Jac McGill are actively transforming anxiety into confidence. With proactive prevention such as explaining the role of fight-flight-freeze responses to children, they enhance self-awareness and empower young minds. Changing the...

Are you asking longer life questions? What are you passionate about? How well do you adapt to challenges?   Monty Halls, marine biologist and adventurer dives deep into the high standards of military life, the challenges of screen addiction in children and the reasons behind his focus on empowering the next generation to protect our planet. Monty's journey from adventure seeker to conservation adv...

 Do you ever find yourself living just for the weekends? Ditching the perfection trap and unpacking societal pressures, Clare Foley demonstrates the power of embracing vulnerability and authenticity. Clare's transformative journey and shift of mindset to personal growth led to a life filled with purpose, peace and calm. Sharing how to find joy in daily moments and key insights on managing busyness...

Ever pondered the dynamic force of life or the profound beauty amid challenges? Visual storyteller Riccardo Sai dives deep into these themes, exploring how nature, storytelling and purposeful living intertwine to inspire and drive change. Riccardo discovered the significance of crafting meaningful connections especially in testing times. Riccardo shares his evolving journey, from renaming his comp...

How essential is gender balance for business success? Does your workplace view challenges as growth opportunities? After a health crisis, Kathy Coleman shifted from a "just get on with it" mindset to valuing the vital role of emotional intelligence and gender balance in thriving organisations. Now through her work in gender balance and corporate transformation, Kathy emphasises the importance of b...

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued her interest. In this episode, exploring topics of celebration, synchronicity, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, keynote speaking, change, meaningful action, fulfilment, passion, talent, genius, na...

Tired of the corporate world grind? From burnout to brilliance, Ben Wales was once there, but he found his calling in guiding values-driven founders/CEOs and their teams from high performance to high transformation accelerating both the growth and impact of their companies . At the core of Ben's practice is his desire to enable leaders and teams to reach their full potential because they are growi...

Ever wondered how to control your mind and be free to choose positivity? Dajana Paliokaite, founder of Mindset Kitchen, transformed personal tragedy into a passion project combining cooking and deep conversations. Sharing her powerful journey of self-awareness, authentic living, and the importance of gratitude, Dajana embraces freedom in work, life, and mind. Her personal stories of hardship, loss...

From broadcast journalism to creating unique adventure retreats, Jenna Dominique's journey highlights the importance of purposeful living. Reflecting on the transformative effects of motherhood, her struggles with perfectionism and the vital practice of adaptation and letting go, Jenna navigates the complexities of life while prioritising self-care to avoid burnout. Sharing how her values, purpose...

Are you feeling disconnected from nature in our tech-driven world? Environmentalist, speaker and solutionist Nicola Peel shares profound insights into rekindling our bond with the Earth. With over two decades of experience in the Ecuadorian Amazon, Nicola delves into the wisdom of indigenous cultures, the urgency of protecting existing rainforests, and the transformative power of community-focused...

What happens when you combine magic with synchronicity and serendipity? You get goosebumps! For this special 400th episode milestone, hosted by Beverley Glick, discover the power of purpose with Amy Rowlinson as she shares her enlightening journey writing 'The Book' with her late grandfather, using his wartime commonplace scrapbook for wisdom. This is a magical tale of personal growth and the sear...

After several guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued her interest.  In this episode, exploring topics of self-worth, connection, humour, fulfilment, introspection, kindness and trust, Amy shares her Reflections with Actions from these four recent pod...

After a life-altering accident, burn survivor Marc Convey defied odds, choosing post-traumatic growth over limitation. Through resilience and healing, Marc discovered the pivotal role self-awareness plays in shaping destinations. Finding contentment and authenticity from his inner freedom, with positive momentum Marc is no longer running away from trauma instead he's running into life.   KEY TAKEA...

Is humour the universal love language of connection? With a flair for comedy, speaker, Emmy award-winning comedy writer, comedian and speechwriting consultant Beth Sherman believes it is. Having mastered the immense heart-warming power of humour to create and strengthen emotional connection, engagement and likeability, Beth bridges gaps with humour showing how it can be used to create healthy work...

Are you in a prison of your own making? Are you caught in the pursuit of perfection? From battling undiagnosed PTSD to her transformative path through trauma and the awakening of leadership potential, Lis Cashin navigated life's complexities with resilience and grace. Now embracing her role as a catalyst for women's empowerment in leadership, Lis's journey epitomises the quest for the deeper under...

Are contracts your nemesis? Is legalese leaving you lost? With her holistic approach, recovering lawyer Sarah Fox is transforming the way people do business advocating for simplicity and transparency in business agreements. Weaving in learnings from tandem cycling across Europe, Sarah drives home the importance of understanding the small print, both in contracts and in life's grand adventures. Fro...

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued her interest. In this episode, exploring topics of life rules, mental health, voice dialogue, managing inner critic, serendipity, bravery resilience, determination, stress, purpose, fear, intuit...

Be unique but conform. Stand out but look like this to fit in. With a deep desire to make it in the music industry these were the paradoxes Bernii Mac faced. Taking on board the messaging she felt might help elevate her career meant Bernii got swept up in the machine and lost touch with her authenticity which affected her mental health and wellbeing. This experience formed the foundation of Bernii...

Do you ever find yourself trapped indoors lost in the digital shuffle craving fresh air? Having attributed nature to saving his life, it is nature which now fuels e co-adventurer, international keynote speaker and philanthropist Isaac Kenyon's purpose-driven mission. Leaving behind him the deepest depths of digital burnout to redefine human endurance through many world-record achievements and by r...

Do you make it a daily habit to push yourself every day? Do you take credit for the tremendous talents and abilities you have? Do you have a crisis management mindset? Employing a step by step, bit by bit approach to breaking down seemingly impossible challenges into more manageable chunks, award-winning, international and TEDx Speaker Hilary Briggs pushes through barriers every day. Facing down p...

Overcoming personal tragedy and surviving extreme adversity, motivational speaker and coach Richard McCann transformed his pain and suffering into purposeful change. This shift meant that for almost two decades now Richard has empowered people with his iCan philosophy enabling them to chart their own paths from darkness to purpose, to overcome challenges and to unleash their own potential.   Deliv...

How well are you navigating the complexities of organisational design and leadership in your business? With forty years of experience spanning corporate and business start-ups in different industry sectors, Adrian Brown focuses on creating transformative conditions within teams. From social contracts in small groups to the broader impact on global challenges, Adrian advocates for fostering a cultu...