Recipes for Success

In conversation with Stephanie Hessler , a high performance coach.  In this episode, I sit down with Stephanie Hessler, a high-performance coach who left a six-figure corporate career on Wall Street to embark on her journey as an entrepreneur. Stephanie shares her story of confidence, intuition, and persistence that helped her navigate the leap from a VP role to starting her own coaching business....

In conversation with Talia Shapero , a certified adult sleep coach..  You'll discover: The five pillars of healthy sleep. How modern technology, lifestyle habits, and sleep disorders impact sleep. How to create personalised sleep plans & goals that transform your sleep quality. Practical tips for managing sleep during travel, combating sleep disruptions, and navigating misinformation about...

In conversation with Grace Lantz , , a financial coach from the USA  who absolutely loves talking about money. Grace is someone who’s been passionate about money management from a young age, and now she’s on a mission to help people like you and me feel more in control of our finances. Grace shares her advice on how to align your spending with what really matters to you, the importance of talking...

In conversation with Caroline Fitzgerald , a nurse, mum, and holistic practitioner.  Feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to navigate your emotions? This episode is for you!  Sharing her personal journey, Caroline reveals how prioritising self-care has profoundly impacted her life, helping her to honour her emotions and treat herself with kindness and compassion. Together, Caroline & Heather dis...

In conversation with Leanne Healy Price , a wife, mum and holistic business owner. This week there is a bonus episode to celebrate the Recipes for Success podcast turning 1!  This episode dives into the power of resilience. Leanne shares her inspiring story of overcoming heartbreak and loss after becoming a widow at 31 with a 10 month old baby, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. You&...

In conversation with Cath Lloyd , a British TEDx Speaker, life coach and author. In this episode, host Heather Thompson interviews resilience coach Cath Lloyd on managing tough situations and navigating the complexities of life. Explore what it means to be resilient and discover the importance of positive coping mechanisms to thrive through change, crisis, and life's unexpected curveballs. Res...

Feeling overwhelmed and stretched thin?  This episode is for you! In conversation with Rachel Radway , a certified leadership and executive coach, mastermind facilitator, and author. Rachel is passionate about helping high-sensory women leaders thrive professionally and personally, by learning to find better alignment in their work and lives. In this episode, Heather Thompson interviews Rachel Rad...

In conversation with Siân Williams , a dedicated therapist and Certified Cacao Facilitator.  This episode of Recipes for Success dives deep into communication, a cornerstone of success for women. Join host Heather Thompson and therapist Siân Williams as they explore the often-underestimated art of clear and effective communication. Siân's unique background in therapy, coupled with her expertis...

Season Five of Recipes for Success is Served July 11th! Join Heather Thompson, The Success Coach, as she dives into the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Women" this season. Get ready for fresh conversations and actionable tips on: Communication  Confidence Resilience Boundaries Self-care Financial literacy Sleep Ready to create your own recipe for success? Tune in on July 11th! Want more? ...

In conversation with Sarah Rugg , mum, entrepreneur, and VA guru. Back in 2005, when "virtual assistant" was a futuristic concept, Sarah left her 18-year corporate banking gig to become a VA and build a life on her own terms. It’s now become a booming industry for people looking for more freedom,flexibility and fulfillment from their work. Sarah explains more about the day-to-day life of...

In conversation with Ellen Quinn , founder of the body positive gym BarbELLE Health. Ellen shares her motivation and journey of setting up own gym, alongside her philosophy of lift, laugh, eat, repeat.  We talk about the importance of redefining health and how we can achieve fitness goals without the need to look a certain way. Ellen emphasises how additional training for personal trainers would d...

In conversation with sisters Natalie & Karen Keane , sisters and founders of Bean and Goose, an artisan and sustainable Irish chocolate brand. Discover how they grew their business from making chocolate in Karen’s kitchen, to creating a values-driven business known for sustainability, customer experience, and unique Irish flavors. They speak of their commitment to “win-win” supply chains, good...

In conversation with Ruth Connolly , a freelance fine art and commercial photographer, who shares her journey of pursuing a creative career. She initially considered a more traditional path but ultimately followed her passion for art. Ruth discusses the challenges and uncertainties of forging her own path and the importance of self-belief. She emphasises the value of gaining experience through ass...

In conversation with Lorraine Lozano , a certified Doula, Childbirth & Breastfeeding Educator, Trauma Resolution Practitioner, wife & mother. Forget the nine-to-five grind, Lorraine's job is about empowering families during life-changing moments. A doula works with the family unit to provide emotional, physical, and practical support, during the birth process. Doulas personalise their...

In conversation with Hannah O’Byrne , an award winning Irish dog walker and pet sitter. Did you know the dog walking industry is booming? Hannah set up her dog walking business during Covid, inspired by her neighbour’s comments to just “go for it”. And go for it she did, and she’s continued to go for it, so that four years later, she has a thriving business that lets her live her life on her own t...

Episode Description: In conversation with Urmi Hossain , a Canadian financial services professional,self-published author, blogger, speaker, YouTuber & mentor. This episode dives into the world of finance, exploring its exciting and dynamic nature. Discover the importance of embracing discomfort for personal growth, aligning jobs with your true self, and seeing rejection as redirection. Urmi s...

Episode Description: In conversation with Eimear Lambe , a history-making, Olympic medal winning, Irish rower. In this conversation, Heather and Eimear discuss Eimear's journey into sport and the inclusivity of the Olympics, due to the variety of sports available for everyone. Eimear shares her approach to handling pressure and the importance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome....

Season Four of Recipes for Success is Coming May 14th! Get ready to understand how you can ditch a traditional career path on Season Four of Recipes for Success!  Join host Heather Thompson, The Success Coach, as she chats with inspiring women from around the world who've forged their own unique paths to career success. This season, we'll be exploring  fulfilling careers that fall outside...

In conversation with Kamini Wood , a certified life coach, speaker, and author. We explore the negative impact of self-sabotage, conquered through choosing our thoughts and practising self-compassion. Through our conversation, you will gain insights into the power of self-acceptance, how to silence a loud inner critic, and practical strategies for releasing the crushing inner pressure that many of...

In conversation with Niamh Gallagher, energy healer, intuitive guide and human design expert. We explore how the wisdom of human design helps us to understand our true essence to show up authentically. The conversation explores the balance between self-validation and external validation, so we can get more comfortable with not being liked by all! It is possible to own who you really are, and creat...

In conversation with Siobhán Corrigan, MSc B.A  M.Ps. S.I, a psychologist and growth & development mentor. This episode explores the psychological influence of early childhood development, a back-to-basics parenting approach,and the positive impact of a growth mindset and applied learning to human development. This conversation is all about creating a quality life. --- If you have enjoyed this...

In conversation with Thais Gibson, bestselling author, personal development expert, and keynote speaker. Explore the depths of the subconscious mind, reprogramming core wounds, and attachment theory in this enlightening episode. The conversation gives practical insights to empower to transform your approach to emotional regulation, boundaries, communication, and behaviours, unlocking the keys to p...

In conversation with Claudia Geratz, a positive psychologist and career coach , she shares how breaking away from a traditionally successful career led her on a multi-year journey exploring psychology and climate change, which shaped a new, unexpected career path. The discussion encourages embracing curiosity, experimenting, and leveraging positive psychology to unlock untapped potential. Claudia...

In conversation with Christine Doyle , a counselling psychotherapist and wellbeing life coach who on her personal journey of self-discovery, received after a "shock" late diagnosis of autism in 2023. Christine sheds light on the realities of being neurodivergence in a neurotypical world. Her diagnosis empowered her to embrace her unfiltered self. This conversation encourages self-awarene...

In conversation with Sinéad Rafferty,an Alignment Coach for HSPs & Empaths.  We explore the HSP experience, shedding light on the deep processing, empathy, and meaningful work that characterise highly sensitive individuals. Regardless of your HSP status, Sinéad's universal message encourages embracing authenticity, managing energy, and bravely pursuing your unique magic in the world. Tune...