Thinking About Podcast

In this week’s episode, we are thinking about burnout, creativity, and carving a path in business that feels true to who you are.  We are joined by Emily Varley, Founder and Creative Lead at Stella The Studio, who helps people feel confident in their brand across everything from websites to social media. Emily shares how, despite following a traditional education path, a bold leap into entrepreneu...

In this week’s episode, we are thinking about the fascinating world of mediumship. We sit down with Roz, a UK-trained medium, to explore her journey of connecting with those who have passed. Roz shares how her struggle with grief led her to seek help, ultimately inviting a medium into her life—a moment that changed everything and ignited her curiosity about what lies beyond the physical world. Roz...

Today’s episode has us thinking about wellness, our nervous system and the true magic between two women entrepreneurs.  We’re thrilled to sit down with Tanya Kololian and Zoë Paliare, co-founders of trove, Toronto’s newest holistic restorative wellness centre. trove offers a calming escape from the city’s high energy, allowing visitors to stay in the city but feel off the grid. Tanya and Zoë share...

In this week’s episode, we are thinking about the true power of social media and how to use it to genuinely connect with your community. We’re joined by Katie Campbell, founder of Katie Creative Co., a social media strategist and self-proclaimed social media therapist, who is dedicated to helping people create audience-centric content that fosters meaningful engagement. If you’re someone who’s str...

In this week's episode, we are thinking about the world of brand and website design with Emily Foster, the creative mind behind Emily Foster Creative. Emily, a skilled brand and website designer with a creative services-based business, shares her journey from a simple t-shirt design in high school to building a successful career. She reflects on the balance of art and strategy in her work, ex...

Today's episode has us thinking about the complex feelings of self-doubt and the journey to authentic success with Tanya Geisler, a certified Leadership Coach, in-demand TEDxWomen speaker, and writer from Toronto. Tanya introduces us to the concept of the "imposture complex" her take on what is commonly known as impostor syndrome. She explains why she prefers the term "complex&...

In this week’s episode, we are thinking about what it truly takes to build a brand from the ground up, as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Vanessa Smith, the owner of Refy Agency and proud islander. With over 13 years of marketing experience, she shares how entrepreneurship was always in her DNA, having felt the entrepreneurial bug from a young age. However, she reflects on how it took...

Today, we are thinking about supporting small business owners and entrepreneurs through virtual assistants with Steph Faria, the Owner of Faria Virtual Assistants Inc. Steph kicks off the conversation by sharing her journey and how she got into the world of virtual assistance. Despite being in the business for four years, she recalls the moment that started it all—an Instagram story that sparked t...

In this episode, I am thinking about common advice I share with clients and want to share with you! But first I throw down the concept of duality, reflecting on how this idea might continue to play a more significant role in the future of everything I do. Together, we'll take a look into a glimpse of my everyday work as a social media manager and touch on the whirlwind of activity that comes...

In this week’s episode, we are thinking about the housing market and making it a little less intimidating. Sarah, one half of the Duplex Duo, an educational company focused on helping people break into real estate through duplex investments shares the inspiring story of how an initial idea, combined with the passion and handy work of her partner, sparked a snowball effect that led to the creation...

In this episode we are thinking about embracing the F around and find out mentally brought to you by our guest, Tenika, an international mixologist and owner of Drinks by Nika, a mobile event bartending and beverage consulting company that provides a variety of services ranging from corporate event bartending to mixology classes. Tenika reflects on her early experiences with her family, where host...

Today, we are thinking about ads, ads and more ads. In today's episode, we sit down with Aashima Verma, founder of AV Marketing, an ad agency specializing in meta ads and consulting. Aashima takes us through the inspiring journey of how her career took off, starting with a pivotal comment from an ex-boss that pushed her to venture out on her own. She explains that the key to her success has b...

In this episode, I am thinking about the process of reconnecting with myself aka my "putting me first" era. I' m reflecting on how quickly summer has flown by and how each year seems to bring the same familiar feeling, especially as September approaches. September has always felt like a ‘new year’ to me, likely because of my past experiences working in post-secondary education. I fi...

In this week's episode, we are thinking about sustainability and how to incorporate it into our everyday lives as we welcome Romina, a multifaceted professional who wears many hats as a sustainable event planner, environmentalist, college professor, and more. Romina takes us back to her fourth-grade days, sharing a fond memory that she believes planted the seed for her lifelong journey into s...

Today, we are thinking about being sexy and sober aka choosing yourself and raising your standards. In this episode, we chat with Courtney Croucher, an empowerment coach who focuses on empowering women through mindset work, values, and beliefs, which she states translate into confidence. Courtney describes her approach as blunt with a side of woo-woo. Beyond her coaching, she is also a Pilates and...

Today we are thinking about quieting the doubt voices in our head and embracing unique spiritual journeys. In this episode, we interviewed Catherine Choi, the Founder of SoYoung, known for creating beautiful, functional, and durable bags for life on the go. Catherine shares her inspiring journey from no business background to building a successful brand. We dive deep into the conversation by askin...

Today, we are thinking about reflecting on our business and the power of just starting. In this special episode of the Thinking About Podcast, I reflect on the incredible journey leading up to the 100th episode. I share the impact of hosting a podcast, highlighting its many benefits; opens doors to connect with people otherwise out of reach, simplifies networking, provides a platform for long-form...

Today, we are thinking about systems, systems, systems and striving for a well-balanced work-life culture as entrepreneurs. In this episode, Mackenzie, the owner of Sit Studio and a seasoned studio manager for creatives and systems specialist, joins us. Mackenzie delves into the nuances of her role, focusing on project management and behind-the-scenes work for creative entrepreneurs, and distingui...

Today, we are thinking about major life changes that happen in a moments time and coming out the other side.  In this episode, we become friends with Katherine Smith, a content creator from Toronto, who opens up about her profound journey of caregiving following her partner's traumatic injury while he was on vacation in London, England. Katherine shares candid insights into the relentless pro...

Today we are thinking about the importance of supporting the trans community and we learn simple ways to help support. In this episode, we chat with a wonderful human, Dr. Shoghi Nikoo, a Toronto-based Family Physician and Co-Founder of Park Medical Aesthetics.  His kind and soulful spirit provides a safe and inclusive space while focusing on sexual and transgender care. He also fulfills his love...

Today we are thinking about perseverance, growth, and transformation.  In this episode, we sit down with Devon, Owner of Pressed in Time, a flower preservation company.  Reflecting on the past two years, Devon shares how she developed a powerful new motto: "You can do hard things and you can do them scared." This mindset has been crucial in navigating the challenges of scaling a business...

Today, we're thinking about creating joy and slowing down in this thing we call life. In this solo episode, the theme of the podcast is embraced by sharing my current life thoughts, capturing and showcasing life in real-time. My renewed sense of joy and excitement comes from the combination of sunny weather and returning to therapy, providing the necessary support system. More space has been...

Today we are thinking about deep connection, creativity and community.  In this episode, we sit down with Or Har-Gil who graciously takes us on a journey of the importance of self expression through art therapy through to connecting with your inner self to the freelancer feelings many of us have.  Or's passion for these themes is deeply rooted in their own life experiences. Growing up as an i...

Today, we are thinking about navigating an ADHD diagnosis later in life.  In this episode, Kaley Mills steps into the hot seat to share her multifaceted life as a mother of four, a partner, a teacher, an editor, and a newly published author. Kaley opens up about her recent diagnosis of ADHD, shedding light on the concept of the "lost generation" and explaining who it encompasses. She rec...

Today we are thinking about nurturing creativity and the power of community through food and meaningful gatherings.  In this episode, we sit down with Sonja Seiler, a talented food storyteller and freelance Chef.  Sonja is the visionary behind Nurture Retreats, a creative community that she passionately describes as “medicine”.  Tune in as Sonja shares the powerful story of how Nurture Retreats ca...