FINDING YOUR GOLD

Burning Your Bones: The Hidden Cost of Over-Commitment In this episode, we talk about the real cost of over-committing at work. Did you know you can actually lose your memory from burnout? We unpack the lies of leadership, the toll constant productivity takes on your body and mind, and how to reclaim your peace, your health, and your self-trust.

In this episode I talk about contrast and how we hate it. Let’s be honest about that. We resist it, curse it, and do everything in our power to avoid it. We want the smooth road, the easy win, the feeling of certainty and flow without the jagged edges of struggle. We want warmth without ever feeling the cold, success without failure, love without heartbreak. But here’s the paradox: contrast is exa...

n leadership, you're either holding the lemons or you are the lemon. Are you being squeezed, giving your energy away without seeing results? Or are you the one applying the pressure—shaping opportunities, making impact, and turning challenges into something greater? In this episode, we break down the dynamics of female leadership: when to squeeze, when to let go, and how to make sure your juic...

Close the Last 10% You might not realise it, but you’re already 90% of the way there. In this episode, we talk about how the final stretch to your goals or the thing you want isn’t about more work—it’s about realising how close you truly are. The last 10% is a mental shift, a realisation that you’re already living the life you’ve been working toward. Learn how to close that gap by stepping into ce...

If you’ve been feeling uninspired, drained, stuck in a thick mental fog, or running low on enthusiasm, you’re not alone—everyone experiences this at some point. But with the right awareness and by activating your internal Energy Barometer , you can bridge the gap, regain control, and manage the pressure, stress, and quality of your day. In this episode of Finding Your Gold , I’ll show you how to u...

In this episode of Finding your Gold, we're diving into a question that many women don’t even realise they’re asking themselves: What are you trying to prove? We explore the subconscious drive to constantly prove our worth—whether to others or ourselves—and how this "proofing" mindset can negatively affect your energy, mindset, and results. If you’ve ever felt drained, overworked, or...

In this episode, I open up about the journey behind my upcoming book—why the title changed, what caused the delay, and how I finally landed on the divine outcome that the book delivers. I also share how life’s unexpected challenges, like caring for aging parents and balancing a busy life, played a big role in the process. It took time to figure it all out, but trust me, it’s been worth the wait. T...

Do you go live on Instagram? If not, why not?! Its a potent sales tool that I use regularly. In this episode I go through how going live can help you to grow and make more sales. Here is the link to my masterclass replay. ‘Stop Hiding! Stand out and Sell out’ https://www.riseacademy.ie/offers/XPVUHLtp

Welcome back to another episode. Are you guilty of making this mistake? The key message here is YOU are more than your modality! Think about your business for a minute. Are you hiding behind or limiting yourself by the modality you use? Food for thought. Listen to this mini episode to see if you can get some clarity here.

Monday Momentum: In this episode I explain the importance and power of changing your beliefs. This conversation came off the back of an event I was a guest speaker at yesterday called REST REVOLUTION by Dr. Fiona Barry & Clare McKenna. If you are not doing work that you love then its time to make space for more fulfillment to come in. A good place to start is in your beliefs. In this episode I...

Mindset has become mainstream, that's for sure. For today's Monday Momentum I am talking about chasing highs, particularly among women, as they seek external validation and emotional validation. I discuss the psychological toll of award culture and the impact it has on peoples sense of self worth, and fear of failure and how it activates the comparison trap. I used to live from the outside...

Ever wondered what happens when the host becomes the interviewee? Well, you're in for a treat! Join us in this special episode of Growing Forward, where the tables turn, and the host Virginia, steps into the hot seat herself! In this lively episode, guest host Muriel Foley chats to Virginia about all that is in store for attendees at their upcoming Rise to Success Activation Summit on Sun 8th...

In a few weeks I will be collaborating with Muriel Foley for our live event - Rise to Success Activation Summit. We can't wait to meet our attendees but ahead of that we thought you will like to know a little more about Muriel. She has an incredible bank of experience behind her working with various brands, big and small, both home and abroad and in this episode we get into all the changes in...

In this episode I chat to my good friend (and mentor!) Maeve Dennehy from Lover Cherish boutique and Oh Molly the label. We talk about the growth of not one, but two businesses and what it takes to build an Iconic brand. Enjoy This episode was supported by my location sponsors Iconic Offices, NSQ2 Cork.

The Business of Barbie - what can we learn from the woman and the brand. In this episode I talk about the power of the Barbie brand and what made Barbie herself so Iconic. I will also share some intersting insights about the brand and its creator. This episode is supported by my location sponsors https://www.iconicoffices.com/

Michelle McDonagh’s debut novel There’s Something I Have To Tell You became an Irish bestseller going to Number two in the Top Ten when it was published in April of this year by Hachette Ireland. Michelle has been writing stories since she was a child in primary school, and it had always been her dream to write a novel. After far too many years of intense procrastination, she enrolled in the on on...

In this episode I share an Iconic Tip! This will resonate if you are in a coaching or leadership role or looking to make a big impact in the work that you do. I share this huge shift that occurred for me around the difference between being a motivator and an activator. This episode was created in collaboration with my location sponsors Iconic Offices. If you are looking to elevate the environment...

Today I am joined by Emma Connolly - occupational therapist and creator of 'Flourish & Be' in Clonakilty, Co Cork. Flourish & Be is Ireland's Occupational Therapy Led Hair Salon - Open to all, with a particular focus on children and people with sensory differences. Emma is also an educator, with a specifc focus on the hair and beauty industry. More info HERE Iconic Office are m...

Ann Marie O Connor is an award winning fashion stylist, editor and author. She is alsoa hugely passionate advocate for Parkinsons diseases - since her own diagnosis in 2021. You can learn more about Ann Marie HERE Iconic Office are my location sponsor for this series. Working in such an inspiring environment and recording my podcast at Iconic Offices in NSQ2, Cork has really helped me to elevate m...

In this episode we recap on all the Iconic women we have interviewed to date to find the gold - the golden nuggets that we can integrate into our everyday lives. There were many themes that were common across all episodes but the one that seems to stand out for me with all of them is embodiment. Each and every one of these Iconic women, though still going through their own growth path, are all emb...

In today's episode I am joined by social entrepreneur Tammy Darcy of The Shona Project - a non-profit organisation aimed at helping young Irish women through all the challenges associated with growing up in Ireland today. They aim to educate, empower and inspire Irish girls to become tomorrow's strong, resilient and confident young women. The project was born out of Tammy's lived exper...

Nicole Ryan is the founder of a social enterprise called Alex’s Adventure which educates young people about substance misuse. She gave up her career as a Marine & Plant Engineer to help change the drug education scene in Ireland after losing her brother Alex to a drug overdose at a party in Cork since starting the company in 2016 has visited over 100 schools and taught over 10,000 students nat...

In today's episode I am joined by Síle Seoige. Sile is a TV Presenter, Podcaster, MC, Wellness speaker and Yoga Teacher Native Irish speaker, Síle is a talented broadcaster who has developed a wealth of experience over the past twenty-four years in the media business. She has presented and researched TV projects on all TV stations in Ireland; RTÉ, TG4, Virgin MEDIA, and Oireachtas TV. Working...

Many of you will know Lisa from Instagram as @ModernIrishmom but you may not know her backstory which we delve into today. Lisa is a former Miss Ireland & Miss Ireland Universe and spent years living in the States, after which she returned to Ireland and became a mother to 4 boys. With 4 young kids under her feet, Lisa then underwent extensive open heart surgery. In this episode she talks abou...

Kate Grant is a trailblazer, social media influencer and the first model in Northern Ireland with Down’s Syndrome to be signed to a modelling agency. In her own words 'I use my platform to raise awareness for inclusion of people with disability or ability. I use my voice for people who can’t have a voice.” Modelling for Benefit, walking at London Fashion Week (twice) and speaking at the UN are...