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The Leap Club

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The Leap Club is a space for the brave, the curious, and the ones who know there’s more to life than a 9-5. Hosted by Ximena, a creative who left the comfort of the office to build a life with meaning, this podcast dives into the mindset shifts, challenges, and breakthroughs that come with taking the leap. In solo episodes, you’ll hear raw reflections on personal growth, freedom, and redefining success. And in powerful conversations with entrepreneurial women from around the world, you'll discover stories of courage, reinvention, and building life on your own terms.

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ximepineda100

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

EP 43 - What Regret Can Teach You About Your Life (with Simon Gullstrom) 09.07.2026

What if regret isn't something to fear, but something to learn from? In this episode, I sit down with storyteller, producer, director, and writer Simon Gullstrom to explore one of the most universal human emotions: regret. After spending two years researching the topic while following four people around the world, Simon dives deep into four distinct forms of regret that shape our lives: founda...

EP 42 - The Missing Piece Between Success and Happiness (with Denzel Smit) 26.05.2026

In this episode, Denzel shares his inspiring journey from a successful attorney to a life coach, explaining what it takes to leave a comfortable career and pursue a more meaningful life. We discuss the fears, challenges, and rewards of making a major life transition. The conversation explores common reasons people stay stuck in unfulfilling situations, including fear of the unknown, attachment to...

EP 41 - What Your Rates Say About You (with Li Mulder) 12.05.2026

This episode is about pricing, self-worth, boundaries, and the quiet ways creatives slowly depreciate their own value without realizing it. We talk about why it’s so easy in the beginning to say yes to everything : the misaligned clients, the unnecessary discounts, the constant bending to keep people happy, and how every time you undercharge or overextend yourself, you’re teaching people how to va...

EP 40 - From China to Amsterdam to Mexico City: Our Biggest Leap Yet (with Jim Hartsema) 04.05.2026

Yesterday marked seven years with my now fiancé, the person I met in a Chinese class on the other side of the world. Just the two of us, sitting there in China, not knowing that moment would quietly shape everything that came after. In this episode, we look back on those seven years, how a Guatemalan and a Dutch crossed paths in China, built a life together in Amsterdam, and grew through experienc...

EP 39 - Leaving the Comfort of Amsterdam Behind to Travel the World in a Van and Start a Business (With Boy Dekker) 18.04.2026

In this episode, we dive into the story of how Boy Dekker and his girlfriend embarked on a dream to leave the comfort of Amsterdam behind to live and travel the world in a van. What began as a plan to buy a van, renovate it, and live on the road for six months quickly evolved into something much bigger. We talk about what it really takes to build a van from scratch: not just the physical work, but...

EP 38 - How to Turn Freelance Work into an Agency (with Maitane Zarate) 04.04.2026

In this episode, Ximena sits down with Maitane to unpack what it really takes to go from freelancing to building a full-scale agency. From early client wins to co-founding Noom, Maitane shares the honest realities behind scaling beyond solo work. They dive into the origin of Noom, the response to the chaos of modern social media marketing, and why chasing trends often leads brands away from what t...

EP 37 - How to Show Up on Social Media Without Burning Out? 16.03.2026

Showing up on social media can feel overwhelming, vulnerable, and emotionally draining. In this episode, I’m talking about why social media often feels so heavy, and how to build a healthier relationship with it by detaching from the outcome. Instead of posting for likes, comments, shares, or validation, this episode explores what it looks like to show up online from a place of authenticity, self-...

EP 36 - The Messy Journey of Reinventing Yourself (with Claudia Remedios) 06.03.2026

From studying finance to becoming an artist and yoga teacher, Claudia’s journey is anything but linear. In this episode, we talk about the beauty of the messy middle. The chapters that don’t look perfect or polished, but shape you the most. Moving to a new city and continent. Finding a home. New friends. No job. No family nearby. The rawness of starting over. We explore how those uncertain moments...

EP 35 - Consistency isn’t about Willpower. It’s about Identity (With Melissa Santonocito) 24.02.2026

In this deeply honest conversation, we go beyond gym routines and gut health. We talk about identity, responsibility, and what it really takes to become your strongest self. At the heart of this episode is a bold truth: Victim mentality will keep you stuck. We unpack: Why victim mentality keeps you stuck, and how to take your power back The importance of having people in your life who act as mirro...

EP 34 - Living in Alignment With Your Inner Frequency (with Sivan Yamin) 15.02.2026

This episode explores how Sivan transformed sound from a healing tool into a philosophy for living. From her roots in Israel to the expansive spiritual landscape of Ibiza, she began to see life itself as vibration, the energy we carry, the frequencies we surround ourselves with, the spaces we curate, and the communities we build. Through sound healing, music, movement, and mindfulness, she didn’t...

EP 33 - Navigating the Emotional Ups and Downs of Freelancing 08.02.2026

In this episode, you can expect: A fresh perspective on freelancing through the metaphor of gardening: why success comes from consistently planting seeds, not chasing instant results Practical examples of what “seeds” really are: emails, messages, conversations, networking, and showing up in the right places Why expanding your circle matters more than staying comfortable, and how new environments...

EP 32 - My Dad’s Journey Through Alcoholism and Recovery 02.02.2026

In this episode, I sit down with my dad to have an honest, unfiltered conversation about his life with alcoholism and the journey toward recovery. We walk through the early stages that often go unnoticed: drinking like anyone else, unaware that it’s becoming a problem. Slowly, almost quietly, the habit grows until the mind begins to revolve around one thing. What starts as normal becomes necessary...

EP 31 - A Sneak Peek Into Our 2-Week India Retreat (with Vrindavan Das) 25.01.2026

In this sneak peek, Vrindavan Das shares the heart of our upcoming journey through India, and why this land has the power to change you from the inside out. From the 16th to the 29th of September, 2026, we will explore beautiful places in India. (If you want to join, send me a message on Instagram @theleapclub). Over two immersive weeks, we’ll travel through Vrindavan , Delhi , Agra , Jaipur , Uda...

EP 30 - Cómo cambiar tu mente para cambiar tu realidad (con Nicole Desmoineaux) 18.01.2026

En este episodio hablamos de soltar la idea de que la vida tiene que ser pesada, dura o excesivamente seria. De cómo encontrar eso que nos apasiona puede cambiar por completo la forma en la que habitamos nuestros días y nuestra mente. Exploramos cómo muchas veces la ansiedad y la depresión nacen de un espacio donde no nos sentimos suficientes, donde creemos que tenemos que esforzarnos más, ser más...

EP 29 - The Moment It Clicks: Knowing You’re Not Meant to Return Home 11.01.2026

This episode is a reflection on what happens when you return to the place you come from and realize, with clarity, that it’s no longer where you’re meant to build your life. After spending a full month back home in Guatemala, I share the emotions, resistance, and uncomfortable truths that surfaced, and how they ultimately became answers. I talk about the impact your environment has on every area o...

EP 28 - The Inner Journey Behind Losing 50 Kilos (with Isadora Pirees) 07.01.2026

In this episode, Isa shares the powerful story behind her transformation. She opens up about losing 50 kilos without surgery and how that change had much less to do with dieting and much more to do with understanding her “why.” For years, her relationship with food and her body was complicated and emotional. Real progress only began when she got honest with herself, faced the roots of her habits,...

EP 27 - Is Denmark Really the Happiest Place on Earth? (with Kasper Simonsen) 08.12.2025

In September, I traveled to Copenhagen with one mission in mind: to understand whether Denmark is truly one of the happiest countries on Earth, or if that’s just the story the world keeps telling itself. This wasn’t just another trip; it became a deeply personal exploration into happiness, culture, and the human experience. While wandering through Copenhagen’s calm streets and picture-perfect neig...

EP 26 - Work Ethic as a Mirror: What It Says About You & How to Build it (w/ Maitane Zarate) 30.11.2025

In this episode, together with Maitane Zarate, we dive deep into the truth behind work ethic. We unpack what it quietly reveals about who you are, how you show up, and the kind of opportunities you attract. We explore the skills you actually need if you want to start a business and collaborate with different types of people, and why building something of your own begins with building the right min...

EP 25 - I Quit My Master’s to Chase an Exciting Life (w/ Katerina Tsenekou) 24.11.2025

In this episode, I sit down with a close friend and collaborator to talk about how she walked away from her Master's in Law to pursue an unconventional path. After years of following the “conventional” path: earning a law degree, applying for a master’s, and building what looked like a stable and predictable career, she made a complete 180° turn. Instead of continuing down a road that no longe...

EP 24 - How to Be a Badass Woman Without Being a B*tch 16.11.2025

We’ve been told that to earn respect, women need to toughen up, be louder, colder, more “bossy.” But what if true power doesn’t come from hardness at all? What if being a badass has nothing to do with being intimidating… and everything to do with being grounded, kind, and clear about your worth ? In this episode, I unpack one of the biggest misconceptions about female strength: the idea that softn...

EP 23 - The Best Things Happen When You Get Lost 09.11.2025

In this episode, I invite Valentina Wignell, a Swedish development professional whose life has been shaped by bold choices, unexpected turns, and a love story that crosses continents. From working with multilateral organizations and governments to living across Europe, Asia, and Latin America, Valentina has spent her life moving through the world with curiosity and courage. She speaks six language...

EP 21 - The One Thing You Need to Build a Happy and Healthy Relationship 31.10.2025

In this episode, I share how dating across cultures helped me understand what I truly value in a partner. After living in six countries and dating men from different nationalities, I eventually understood what I was looking for in a serious partner. The lesson that changed everything: ✨ Detachment: giving each other space to grow while choosing love every day. Living abroad + dating men from diff...

EP 20 - Future-Proof: The Power of Thriving in Uncertainty (with Cynthia Nasr) 26.10.2025

In this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Nasr, creative strategist, DJ, and co-founder of MINAB Studios, to explore what it really means to build a future-proof creative career in an unpredictable world. From navigating cultural differences between France and the MENA region to finding balance between work, life, and passion, Cynthia shares how embracing uncertainty has shaped her path. We talk a...

EP 19 - How to Build a Successful Portfolio Career 26.10.2025

Gone are the days of one job for life. The future belongs to the portfolio professional. In this episode, we explore why building a career with multiple income streams, skills, and creative pursuits isn’t just smart, it’s essential. You’ll learn what a portfolio career really is, how the world of work has shifted from linear ladders to creative mosaics, and why adaptability has become the ultimate...

EP 19 - How to Build a Successful Portfolio Career 19.10.2025

Gone are the days of one job for life. The future belongs to the portfolio professional. In this episode, we explore why building a career with multiple income streams, skills, and creative pursuits isn’t just smart, it’s essential. You’ll learn what a portfolio career really is, how the world of work has shifted from linear ladders to creative mosaics, and why adaptability has become the ultimate...

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