Tall Poppy Society with Merilyn

We are at the beginning of massive change where there will be a new normal. We can focus on the challenges or focus on the joy of the new that is arising. In this chat we talk about how to refocus to find your joy and purpose during these transformational times. We chat about: Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneur, and how to navigate this with less stress. Extinguishing burnout. Overcoming...

Yeah, we all know 2020 was... different.  And we also know that New Year Resolutions don't have much chance at making it past February.  So this episode isn't about 'let's review our year' and set big audacious goals (although that can be fun).  I'm actually not big on spending hours reflecting back, and I know some self development teachers advocate a review day, but...

Shannyn Lee is the Win Without Pitching Director of Coaching and an unstoppable force of human empowerment. She's a huge 'wow'! As many of you are creatives, you are not going to want to miss this episode.  Shannyn has worked in marketing for Fortune 500 companies, spent time as a business development leader and knows how to stay client-focused. She looks to create real behavioral c...

Okay, so this interview is up there as one of my absolute favourites! I'm chatting with the unique visionary,  Liz Murdoch, M.Ed., mompreneur, podcast host, and Founder of Talking With The Dogs. Liz has built an unusual business as an animal communicator. She's literally the Dr Dolittle of today! And during the interview we even got a chance at seeing this in practise when her doorbell r...

How do you jump from Miss Universe-Singapore to serial, multiple-award winning entrepreneur? In this super inspiring episode I’m chatting with Genecia Alluora - who did just that! From six figure debt to millionaire status, she shares the surprising life-changing moments that have made her one of the most influential women in South-East Asia.  "Turn your mess into your message" - Genecia...

A few weeks ago one of my mastermind buddies confronted us with the question... 'girls, what are we doing about the recession?'. What followed was a lively discussion about our strategies and thoughts. So we went on video a week later and continued the conversation... here is the recording of that lively chat. With Dessy Tsolova. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

It's not often you come across someone who started an industry! Jessica Rhodes is one such person - she created the podcast booking industry in 2013 when she founded Interview Connections. She's an inspiring, self-published author and podcaster herself.  Along with her business partner, Margy Feldhuhn whom I interviewed on the show a few weeks ago, Jessica has quickly scaled Interview Co...

The final part in this mini series... 90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 8 in this mini series... Lessons from the Canoe.  90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 7 in this mini series... Ditch the affirmations.  90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 6 in this mini series... Change your relationship to fear.  90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 5 in this mini series... Being self aware about self awareness.  90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 4 in this mini series... Don't just think - invest too.  90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 3 in this mini series... Remember the 'M's'. 90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Part 2 in this mini series... Stop trying to get off the roller coaster. 90% of business owners fail in 5 years - want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

90% of business owners fail in 5 years… want to know how the other 10% think? This week I'm chatting about the characteristics of that 10%, with the hopes (and a big big loving kick) to make this your goal for 2021. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Ahhhh... this episode is chock full of encouragement and all the feel-goods. If you are partial to catching a bout of comparison-itus then you'll adore this chat with Margy Feldhuhn. Margy doesn't fit the stereotype of a typical entrepreneur... she's introverted (is more at home with her rescue dogs), yet after only one year she went from booking agent to co-owner and has played a p...

This interview is one of my favourites. When you 'meet' Irene Moore as you listen to this episode I think you'll fall in love with her energy like I did. Irene has such a fascinating background - a blend of tech and people expertise, which is rare.  She founded Digital Marketing London, consulting to beauty, wellness and luxury brands such as L-Oreal, NYX Cosmetics and Dior and has...

You know how sometimes you hear a word in a fresh way? In this quick inspirational episode I share about one word in particular that has made a big difference in my wellbeing. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

This is a quick, motivational episode about power. About who, or what, has personal power over you from the inside out?  If you are struggling to free yourself from certain fears, then this episode might just be the breath of fresh air that you need. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

This episode was inspired (or rather ripped out of me) from the pain of seeing so many women still in the same place after years and years. They sign up to all the training, all the programs, download all the resources, but they don't get the breakthroughs they desire. Here's my take on this - the why and the breakthrough path.  Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com

Every personality 'type' can be controlling in their own way.  In this mini episode I'm chatting about how each type does this and what to look out for.  Next week I'm teaching a new mini Open Workshop on "How Your Personality Is Sabotaging The Success You Want... and how to attract more wow in business and life, instead".  It will be live streamed in our podcast trib...

This week is WowArchetype week. I'm chatting about how the four archetypes can be amazing at decision making - they just have to do it their way, and this is linked intimately with their core driver or motivation. Next week I'm teaching a new mini Open Workshop on "How Your Personality Is Sabotaging The Success You Want... and how to attract more wow in business and life, instead&qu...

One thing I've noticed over and over in the online coaching and education industry is an abundance of marketing training, but a lack of great teaching and experience in Managership. My guest today is Kris Plachy, who more than fills that gap.  Kris earned her stripes in corporate start ups and brings some serious gravitas to the entrepreneur management space. She definitely stands in a class...

Many call me a 'mindset coach', but I disagree with most mindset advice. It's a word that is over used and not understood. In this brief episode I challenge our thinking about 'mindset'. Follow Merilyn: Instagram: @merilyn Website: merilyn.com