Take A Chance On You

Showcasing the story behind the Pisces Eternity Necklace, a tactile, two-tone design inspired by travel, Chinese culture and the enduring symbolism of the circle. Take A Chance On You Podcast x Samantha Siu a live activation continuing to build a transatlantic bridge🎙️ Featuring two koi fish swimming in an endless loop, the piece pays homage to ideas of eternity, movement and renewal. Its design r...

New York based designer Samantha Siu joins Alexandra for a conversation about jewellery as a form of visual storytelling and why craftsmanship matters in a world that can feel increasingly repetitive. Anything is possible when you take original podcast formats and move beyond the studio, creating space for visual storytelling where people and brands can tell their stories in the moment. Samantha s...

Autumn is here and Alexandra wanted to come on for a short audio hello and let you know what has been happening behind the scenes at  Take A Chance On You. The last few months have been full-on. Alongside the podcast, she has been networking and exploring international speaking opportunities, working through what the next phase of the podcast could look like. Alexandra recently attended the Britis...

A quick one from me the host Alexandra, no guest, just a welcome back as we head into the final stretch of 2026. In this episode I reflect on the year so far, say thank you to the community that’s grown with the show over the last 18 months, and share where Take A Chance On You is heading next. The mindset never changes: a space for founders, entrepreneurs, creatives and young talent to explore th...

"I haven’t always had the support. I haven’t always had someone in my corner saying you can do this.” So, Alexandra has learned to give that to herself. Being a business owner is for the most part a solo journey. Being a leader takes courage and self-reflection. It can be very lonely at times. Alexandra spoke about this in her 2024 TEDx Talk: building community around her and what that means in to...

That’s been one of the hardest lessons for Alexandra. When you’re building something, a business, a career, a mission, you have to be selective. Not everyone sees what you see. And you can’t take everyone with you. It comes down to who you surround yourself with, and the conversations you’re having. To be at those tables, in those rooms, ready for those conversations, you’ve got to get yourself ri...

Nobody actually likes feedback. Be honest do you? Alexandra has learn't feedback isn’t the problem. What she does in the ten seconds after receiving it is what counts. Alexandra believes not running from it, flipping it around instead. Turning every piece of hard feedback into a development question. “You’re not good enough at public speaking” becomes: Do I hire a coach? Find a mentor? Get mys...

A simple, science-backed reminder from this Axolt conversation: start moving, and a lot sorts itself out. In this clip, Axolt makes the case for movement as the lever you actually control, lower cortisol, better sleep, better blood flow, a brain running at the top of its game, with the lymphatic system clearing toxins as you go. And a neat reframe: “working out” sounds like a chore, but working  w...

How To Reclaim Your Purpose With Axolt: Recap “I want to leave with a net positive footprint. I believe in humanity, in consciousness, in creating a positive movement. Empowering people, helping them believe in what they can achieve, supporting them to feel better.” We talked about stress as one of the real barriers and the belief that if you can help one person feel more empowered, it is all wort...

Alexandra truly cares about community and bringing people together. Alexandra has consistently shared a little bit about her journey along the way through talks, podcasts, written content, and thought leadership. People have and continue to get in touch because they want to hear more about her story, how they can also relate and build trust. The same with content online today, the more you share a...

Addressing the universal anxiety about falling behind, offering a personal, uplifting message with strong potential for conversation. "I'm learning boundaries and I'm learning when to say no and I'm learning when to take a step back and we've spoken about meditation a lot". Alexandra describes the art of meditation and the impact this has had on her in 2026. Practising every single day for the las...

Hands-up if you've ever felt like you aren't good enough? Contrary to popular belief, Alexandra spent many years working behind the scenes and is an introvert by nature.  You know what she learn’t? introversion is her superpower. It helps set boundaries, walk away from situations and environments that drain her energy. Anyone who is an introvert will know we only have a certain amount of hours we...

This week we go back in time and unpack Alexandra’s risk-taking mentality, how she cultivated a resilient mindset, navigated entrepreneurial challenges including burnout and stress all while maintaining composure + giving it a go!  How far would you go to live your dream life? Doors vs Dreamers  This is often a popular personal-growth question. Alexandra left a comfortable corporate job in cyber s...

It wouldn't be a true TACOY campaign if host Alexandra didn't try and actively use the product herself. She met Axolt for the first time at the longevity show and when they told her about the brand she knew this was something to get behind and advocate for. On the podcast we got into women's and men's health, and what longevity means once you take the marketing out of it. Axolt hav...

Axolt is the best formulation you can get today, and they keep improving it as the research moves. Straight answer on how confident they are in the formula. Almost everything we know about the brain has turned up in the last 10 to 20 years, which makes it one of the most exciting areas in science right now. Free virtual event - August 24th with Axolt! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/take-a-chance-on-...

Discover how innovative brain science, safe supplementation, and lifestyle choices converge to optimise cognitive performance and overall longevity with co-founders Peter Hutta and Martin Valovsky. In this episode: We explore the origins of Axolt, a recovery tool for your brain, backed by science-driven insights for your gut health, blood flow and long-term cognitive support. Axolt is a U.S-based...

The full conversation drops tomorrow. Two founders who built a brain supplement for themselves, years before there was anything to sell. We got into cognitive span, sleep, focus, and why they think most of the industry is looking at the wrong thing. Got a question for them? Get In Touch! Follow The Campaign - https://linktr.ee/TakeaChanceonYou Free virtual event - August 17th with Axolt! https://w...

Emotional intelligence means staying present, aware, and human when scaling your business, leading, and managing high-stakes decisions. When you strip away the noise, three things separate leaders who burn out from those who thrive: Emotional Intelligence → How you read yourself and others Empathy → How you lead with people, not just at them Respect → The foundation that makes both possible For hi...

Everyone deserves a seat at the table. TACOY explores the "human" side of industry, for every man and woman navigating their careers, health and ambition. From the first job to boardroom; we explore businesses and case studies that push the boundaries and provide insights into what's possible. Real conversations about human performance, leadership, burnout and what it actually takes to build somet...

Host Alexandra joins Jeff Revilla, creator of Poduty to explore the next frontier for podcasting: Human ROI and the power of live, in-person connections. The conversation transcends analytics, diving deep into authentic audience engagement, the rise of hybrid events, and the irreplaceable value of community in an evolving media landscape. From discussing the compounding effects of human connection...

CreatorFest Recap: Founder Stories, Brand Partnerships & The Future of Live Alexandra shares her CreatorFest takeaways: why founder stories matter more than fluff, how to partner authentically with brands, and why live events are the next frontier. In this episode: The founder story obsession (and why you shouldn't wait to tell yours) Burnout, comparison, and the algorithm trap - real talk...

The creator economy is booming! Here's what you actually need to know. Alexandra shares her CreatorFest takeaways: why founder stories matter more than fluff, how to partner authentically with brands, and why live events are the next frontier. In this episode: The founder story obsession (and why you shouldn't wait to tell yours), Burnout, comparison, and the algorithm trap, let's get...

Stepping back is not giving up, it creates moments of clarity and self-reflection turned into strategy by allowing the body to pause. Boundaries are not walls, they allow you to live the life you actually want. Everything you build right now is not just for now. It is for years down the line, legacy starts here! Burnout Guide & Recommendations. ⁠⁠⁠ Link ⁠⁠⁠ Take A Chance Digital Channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

It can be easy as an entrepreneur and founder to want to try everything, say yes to every project and move fast.  I would argue, do one or two things very well, accomplish your goals and then move onto the next phase.  Small steps, compounding effect overtime.  When you're trying to build your portfolio and network and close deals and show up for people and create content, remaining present ca...

Self-conviction is a skill, train and use it. Stepping back is not giving up, it creates moments of clarity and self-reflection turned into strategy by allowing the body to pause. Boundaries are not walls they are the architecture of a life you actually want to live. Everything you build right now is not just for now. It is for years down the line. Legacy starts here. Courage. Clarity. No permissi...