The Omnia Mea Compass

Since we started recording this season, a few months ago, a lot has changed in the AI landscape. Eight episodes later, Susan Platt and Libby O'Loghlin revisit the season’s corethemes and findings: what held up over time, what shifted, and the throughline that unexpectedly emerged in every single conversation. We look at the "workslop" phenomenon, the intriguing corporate AI rollbacks...

The Build Smart with AI Series Episode 7 Nobody serious about technology thinks it’s entirely risk-free. The entrepreneurs building sustainable, resilient businesses with AI are not the ones pretending the risks don’t exist; they are the ones looking at those risks directly, understanding exactly what they are dealing with, and making conscious decisions about how to proceed. In this episode of th...

The Build Smart with AI Series Episode 6 How to Maintain Authenticity while UsingArtificial Intelligence In this episode of the Compass Podcast, Susan Platt is joined once again by author, content strategist, and "The Content Coach," Libby O’Loghlin. Together, they explore the ins and outs of using AI in the content creation game. Drawing from her background supporting complex trusts and...

Build Smart with AI Series Episode 5 In a world where AI can write, research, plan, and create, it's easy to feel redundant. This episode pinpoints the five areas where your irreplaceability lives—from your particular combination of experience to your relationships and judgment under uncertain conditions. This week, we also have a great one-pager to guide you to create your own, personal “Irre...

10 AI Prompts to Clear Your BacklogBuild Smart with AI Series Episode 4About this Episode Are you running your business, or is the operational drag running you? In this episode, host Susan Platt solves for the invisible admin load (like emails, invoicing, and scheduling) that can chip away at a founder's clarity. We look at the cognitive science behind decision fatigue and task fragmentation, reve...

Build Smart with AI Series Episode 3 About this Episode We have the philosophy and we have the toolkit—but are we actually moving the needle? AI has made it easier than ever to confuse "activity" with "progress." In this episode, Susan Platt explores the subtle traps of the AI era: the tendency to generate endless options without making a decision, and the way perfectionism has cunningly relocated...

Build Smart with AI Series Episode #2 About this Episode In the second episode of our series, SusanPlatt provides an invaluable toolkit and workflow for founders who valueprivacy, including a clear roadmap for setting up your workspace, choosing theright tools for the right tasks, and establishing rhythms that integrate AIinto your week without creating a digital mess. This episode is the practica...

Build Smart with AI Series Episode #1 About this Episode   We are in the middle of a shift not unlike the move from candlelight to electricity. But for solopreneurs, the question isn't whether AI will replace you—it's how you will use it. In the Compass Podcast Season 3, Susan Platt is back to explore how solopreneurs can use AI as a thinking companion rather than a content factory. In this first...

How do you build trust in a culture where trust is everything — and built slowly?? In the final episode of the Swiss Biz Builder Sessions, Susan Platt and Libby O’Loghlin turn to one of the most decisive — and often misunderstood — aspects of building a business in Switzerland: relationships. Because you can have the legal structure. You can have the bank account. You can have the strategy. But wi...

What if the real challenge of starting a business in Switzerland isn’t strategy — but identity? Moving countries can quietly dismantle the professional identity you spent years building. Titles disappear. Networks dissolve. Confidence wobbles. And suddenly, you’re not sure who you are professionally anymore. In this episode, Susan and Libby explore the powerful internal shift required to move from...

Tech overwhelm is one of the first things new founders experience — and one of the fastest ways to lose clarity. Suddenly, you’re told you need accounting software, payment providers, hosting, cloud storage, contracts, project management tools, and “the right stack” — ideally before you’ve even sent your first invoice. In this episode of the Swiss Biz Builder Sessions, we take the pressure off. Th...

How to set up clean finances, understand VAT, and build a runway that gives you confidence instead of panic. Money is the part of entrepreneurship everyone touches — whether they love numbers or not. In this episode of the Swiss Biz Builder Sessions, Susan Platt and Libby O’Loghlin walk through the financial foundations every founder in Switzerland needs : business banking, VAT realities (especial...

Contracts, websites & digital signatures – what actually matters when you’re starting out. Starting a business in Switzerland doesn’t mean you need to become a lawyer overnight — but it does mean putting a few legal foundations in place early, calmly, and correctly. In this episode of the Swiss Biz Builder Sessions, Susan Platt and Libby O’Loghlin walk through the legal day-to-day backbone of...

Starting a business in Switzerland means stepping into one of the most comprehensive — and complex — insurance systems in the world. From AHV and pensions to accident cover and business liability, many founders feel overwhelmed by Swiss social and business insurance rules — especially when transitioning from employment into self-employment or running their own GmbH or AG. In this episode of the Sw...

Sole Proprietorship · Limited Liability Company · Company Limited by Shares (Stock Corporation) (Einzelfirma · GmbH · AG | Entreprise individuelle · Sàrl · SA | Ditta individuale · Sagl · SA) The Swiss Biz Builder Sessions - episode #2 15 January 2026 What legal structure should you choose when starting a business in Switzerland — and why does this decision shape far more than just paperwork? In E...

The Swiss Biz Builder Sessions – episode #1 What makes Switzerland such an attractive place to start a business—and what do expats often underestimate before they begin? In this opening episode of the  Omnia Mea Compass – Swiss Biz Builder Sessions , we launch an eight-part mini-series created for expats in Switzerland who feel drawn to self-employment, entrepreneurship, or building a business alo...

What if following your creative curiosity could lead to a global business—right from your living room? In this heartfelt episode, Charlotte Stone of  Stone Knits  shares how she transformed her love of knitting and socks into an international brand, all while raising three children in Switzerland. In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Charlotte, the creative force behind  Stone Knits . W...

How to build a calm, sustainable business foundation — without drowning in admin with the business backbone starter kit. In this episode of  Omnia Mea Compass , we’re diving into the essential backbone every meaningful business needs:  admin systems that support you  — not overwhelm you. We explore how to simplify your admin, set up only the tools and structures that truly matter, and reframe admi...

Confidence isn’t something you're born with — it’s something you build, one small act of courage at a time. In this inspiring episode we explore how to speak up, build visibility, and stand out online without burning out, pretending, or feeling like a fraud — even if you're naturally introverted. Discover how real confidence is formed through action, how to overcome impostor syndrome, and...

What if you could price your offers, talk about your work, and grow your business—without selling your soul? In this Episode of the Omnia Mea Compass , we’re diving into the deep and often tricky territory of money, value, and ethical selling. If you’ve ever felt torn between doing meaningful work and getting paid what you’re worth—this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How...

In this episode, we explore the profound impact of values-driven entrepreneurship and leadership, emphasizing the importance of kindness and integrity in business. We learn that true leadership is rooted in service to others and that success should be measured by the trust cultivated rather than the volume of one's voice. The conversation delves into actionable steps for practicing courageous kind...

What if your name—not just what you’re called, but what you claim—holds the blueprint for your future? In this episode, we explore the profound impact of naming on business and brand identity. We delve into the ancient wisdom of 'nomen est omen,' emphasizing that a name is not just a label but a declaration that shapes perception and intention. The conversation covers the importance of choosing a...

What if the most powerful tool for success isn’t your strategy, your network, or your funding—but your mind? In this episode, we explore why mental clarity, resilience, and self-care are non-negotiable for entrepreneurs and leaders. You’ll learn how to: 🧭 Shift your perspective to see challenges as opportunities. 🧭 Strengthen your focus and eliminate distractions. 🧭 Prioritize mental self-care...

What if the biggest difference between success and failure wasn’t your business idea, but how you you think? Starting anything new—especially your own business—is equal parts exhilarating and terrifying. By definition, any new path is uncleared. Or, as Joseph Campbell so aptly stated: "If the path before you is clear, it is probably someone else’s." So, if you are setting out on a new path—whether...

Hi, and welcome to the Omnia Mea Compass—the podcast that helps you build a business and navigate life with authenticity, purpose, and heart. If you’ve found your way here, chances are you’re striving to nurture your own unique strengths—the very ones that empower you to grow, persevere, and move forward, no matter the challenges. Welcome. If you’re ready to tune in to your inner compass and build...