Aligned and Unfiltered

She started with one chair. Today, Donna runs a team of 15 at British Salon in Dubai and she's still one of the most down-to-earth people you'll meet. In this episode, Donna talks through what it's actually taken to build her business: growing and holding onto a strong team, keeping her standards as the salon scaled, and staying true to herself while running a successful business in...

Sammie Kerr went from working in a Dubai salon to fully self-employed with a waitlist and now she's built an app to teach hairdressers all over the world how to do hair extensions. We talk fear, freedom and how social media became the tool that changed everything. You can follow Sammie's journey- @sjkhair - Instagram To find Samatha- @samanthagreen.tgh Watch on Youtube

"Follow your passion" doesn't help when you don't have one. This solo episode is for the times you're genuinely stuck and have no idea what to do next. I talk through finding purpose in your pain, why you want the overlap between what you're good at and what you actually enjoy, and why you should go look at the real day of someone already doing the thing you think you...

Natalie, The Money Savvy Expat, went from teacher to running a product business, to carrying serious debt and used it all as the turning point to build financial independence and help other women do the same. In this episode we talk about leaving the 'safe' career, what it really feels like to face your finances alone, life as a self-employed woman in Dubai and the practical steps that a...

You asked and I'm finally answering. This episode is all about the journey of The Green House Salon. I'm sharing the real story: the fear, the funding and my biggest mistakes. If you've ever thought about starting a business, taking a leap, or building something that's truly yours, this one's for you. We cover: How the idea started and why I went for it The practical side...

This week I'm joined by Poppy Owen, former business mentor now Dubai content creator. She is someone who has reinvented herself in business more times than most people dare to try. Poppy mentored me in 2023, so this conversation is deeply personal and packed with the kind of honest insight you only get from someone who has actually done the thing. We dive into the art of the pivot — what driv...

What does living abroad actually do to you? In this episode I open up the conversation that my Instagram audience started. Sharing their real, unfiltered experiences of expat life. From the friendships that serve you for a season to the dating scene nobody warns you about, the family relationships that shift when you leave, and the money mindset that Dubai quietly installs in you. This is the hone...

Are you wearing your exhaustion like a badge of honour? In this episode I'm calling out something we don't talk about enough, the way we've been conditioned to romanticise the struggle, and why it might be the very thing keeping you stuck. I spent years thinking that if it wasn't hard, it didn't count. In this episode I break down the difference between hard work that actu...

If you feel like you’re stuck repeating the same habits, this episode will change how you see it. In this episode, I break down how your brain actually works, from your Reticular Activating System (your internal filter) to dopamine and serotonin, and how they drive your daily behaviours. I also share a simple but powerful tool the 3-second pause — to help you interrupt patterns, stop reacting on a...

In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s actually going on when you feel anxious, overwhelmed or constantly on edge and how to bring yourself back to calm. We talk about how your nervous system works, why your body reacts to stress the way it does and simple, realistic ways to regulate yourself when life feels uncertain. This isn’t about ignoring what’s going on around you… it’s about learning ho...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things but still not getting the results… this is probably why. In this episode, I break down the real difference between manifesting and goal setting and why relying on just one is either keeping you stuck or burning you out. This isn’t about vision boards and wishful thinking and it’s not about hustling yourself into the ground either. It’s abo...

This episode is an invitation to tell yourself the truth about how you showed up in Q1 but not from a place of judgment. Where you are right now is a reflection of what you tolerated, prioritised and avoided. And if Q2 is going to be different, something within you has to shift. We’re diving into honest reflection, intentional redirection and what it really takes to bridge the gap between where yo...

Social media isn’t just for scrolling anymore, it’s one of the easiest ways to build a second income in 2026 In this episode, we’re not focusing on what to post, but why you need to start. Because relying on one income stream today isn’t security, it’s risky. If you’re already spending time online, you’re sitting on an opportunity to turn your knowledge into income. This is your sign to switch fro...

In this episode I talk about what it means to be the calm voice in the room. How you speak, how you carry yourself, and how you guide others when they’re looking to you for reassurance. I share honest thoughts on leading a team through challenging moments and why your energy as a leader sets the tone for everyone around you. Thank you for listening! Instagram - @samanthagreen.tgh @alignedandunfilt...

In this episode of Aligned & Unfiltered, I’m talking about why boundaries in business are essential if you want sustainable growth and real success. I share why boundaries aren’t negative, why not everyone will understand them (and why that’s okay) and how things like a clear cancellation policy can completely shift the way people respect your time. I’m also talking about: Enforcing boundaries...

I don't believe you're struggling to take with action with no reason I believe, you're struggling with the thoughts and feelings driving or blocking it. In this episode of Aligned & Unfiltered, I break down the real sequence behind every result in your life: Thought → Feeling → Action → Result If you’ve been stuck, procrastinating, overthinking or “waiting to feel ready,” this c...

In this episode of Aligned & Unfiltered, I'm talking about the topic I love most- Manifesting! I talk openly about how manifesting has changed my life and brought me some of my best moments.  I'm also teaching you how you can do it too. I hope you love this episode, my first out on YouTube!  https://youtu.be/xpVmX38hmrU Find me on instagram: @samanthagreen.tgh @alignedandunfilteredpo...

In this episode, Samantha shares how she builds a business alongside family life, the boundaries that protect her time and the 8 key principles she follows to stay aligned, present and successful without sacrificing bedtime. Follow along on Instagram @alignedandunfilteredpod and @samanthagreen.tgh

Moving to Dubai forced me to meet a version of myself I didn’t expect. In this episode, I share the realities of expat life. The doubts, the discomfort and the unexpected beauty of starting from scratch. This is about growth, reinvention and creating a life that actually feels aligned. To Follow me on instagram- https://www.instagram.com/alignedandunfilteredpod?igsh=MTdpZ21qc3V0eDA1Yg%3D%3D&ut...

In this episode of Aligned & Unfiltered , I’m talking about why boundaries in business are essential if you want sustainable growth and real success. I share why boundaries aren’t negative, why not everyone will understand them (and why that’s okay) and how things like a clear cancellation policy can completely shift the way people respect your time. I’m also talking about: Enforcing boundarie...

In this episode, we break down habit stacking, how to create routines that support a healthy, aligned life and why discipline beats motivation every time. If you want real change without overwhelm this episode is your reminder that small habits done consistently change everything. Because after all your future isn’t built in big moments, it’s built in daily habits. @samanthagreen.tgh - Instagram 

In this first episode of Aligned & Unfiltered , I’m sharing my story and why I decided to start this podcast before It was 'perfect'. I talk about how I got into business, the experiences that shaped me growing up, the influence my parents had on my work ethic and what it’s really taken to build the life I’m living today. This episode is honest and reflective. I share the nerves and...