Episode 42: Looking back on "Leading in a Lonely World" with Penny Power OBE

Fearing ridicule. Falling through the cracks for help. Letting the bullies win. When learning to be resourceful is your only path to surviving the unusual and unconventional life you’ve been born into, it can take a lifetime to slow down enough to breathe.

Kym Vincenti was a born extrovert, living in the introvert shell she had created for safety. She describes how slowing everything down and launching ‘Mission Me’, has been an awkward and difficult journey of self-discovery, learning the power of self-acceptance in order to be her own champion, from the inside-out.  

Kym describes herself as a master juggler, forging a path in the music industry at 60 years of age, while also continuing to fuse her love of holistic well-being with her love of writing.

This episode is for women who are on a journey to learn who they really are and become the person they were born to be.


MORE ABOUT MY GUEST: KYM VINCENTI

Like many women, Kym Vincenti has become a master juggler over the years. This is a skill she now puts to good use in forging a path ahead in the music industry, at 60 years of age, while maintaining her passion for health & wellness and, keeping her hand in as a writer.

Launching her music career just last August, she has already had two number 1's in the iTunes Blues Charts and has become a prolific songwriter. Meanwhile, in the background, she has been combining her love of holistic well-being with her love of writing and her next book, '50 Shades of Health & Wellness' For Women Over 50, is due out later this year.

With her unconventional and rather dysfunctional background, Kym says the thing she is most proud of is surviving and thriving in this world and her mission now, is to pay all those lessons forward to help other women gain better mental, physical and spiritual health.

Kym’s full bio and contact details can be found on her personal guest page. 


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily purpose-driven women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE:

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram


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The Pitch Perfect Power Hour is for thought leaders, entrepreneurs & business owners who want to get their message to a bigger audience through guesting on influential podcasts in their area of expertise.  If you’re feeling frustrated at not knowing which podcast is for you, which host to connect with, or how to submit a winning pitch, message me here to find out more.

Is it possible to be effortlessly confident and, if so, how much work does it take? And what difference would it make in your world if you could trust yourself to feel at ease and confident when it matters most?

In last week’s interview (#099) I talked to Viv Groskop, award-winning writer, comedian, TV and radio presenter. Viv’s podcast, How To Own The Room, was a big inspiration in launching this show, and plays a big part in Viv’s mission to encourage women to find their voice and be heard.

In our Insights episode, I reflect on three areas that Viv talked about: the concept of ‘happy high status’, the importance of self-modelling and the significance of tiny moments.  

If you’re a woman who’d love to feel effortlessly confident in your mission, this week’s Insights episode is for you.


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily purpose-driven women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE: 

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Book a Possibility Call: Book here


RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

The Pitch Perfect Power Hour is for thought leaders, entrepreneurs & business owners who want to get their message to a bigger audience through guesting on influential podcasts in their area of expertise.  If you’re feeling frustrated at not knowing which podcast is for you, which host to connect with, or how to submit a winning pitch, message me here to find out more.


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Episode 99:  Bravery, Courage & Guts! with Viv Groskop

Being Unstoppable: The Workbook

Owning the room is something that Viv Groskop is more than familiar with. As well as perfecting the art personally, throughout her career, she has interviewed a slew of high profile women from around the world to uncover the secrets of brilliant speaking and explore the source of power and authority when people speak. 

But it’s not always the big moments that matter. Who do we need to BE to be effortlessly confident in the tiny moments too?

Viv Groskop is an award-winning writer, comedian, TV and radio presenter and she’s on a mission to encourage and support others to find their voice and be heard. In the week where her latest book, Happy High Status, is published, she shares her experience of tackling the baggage and judgement we carry around confidence so that we can speak up when it matters most. 

This episode is for women who want to get over their fears and effortlessly give voice to their mission!


MORE ABOUT MY GUEST: VIV GROSKOP

Viv Groskop is an award-winning writer, comedian, TV and radio presenter, and author of the international best-seller How to Own the Room: Women and the Art of Brilliant Speaking.

How to Own the Room has also grown into a chart-topping podcast about confidence and self-belief featuring guests like Hillary Clinton, Nigella Lawson and Trinny Woodall, now in its 20th series and with 2 million downloads.

Her new book Happy High Status: How to Be Effortlessly Confident (Torva) is out in June: “Reassuring, inspiring and wise — a practical handbook for anyone held back by self-doubt” — Julia Samuel.

Viv’s full bio and contact details can be found on her personal guest page.


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE:

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram


RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

The Pitch Perfect Power Hour is for thought leaders, entrepreneurs & business owners who want to get their message to a bigger audience through guesting on influential podcasts in their area of expertise.  If you’re feeling frustrated at not knowing which podcast is for you, which host to connect with, or how to submit a winning pitch, message me here to find out more.

What do you do when you have a deep calling to make a difference, and you’re feeling all the feels, but actually creating change feels completely overwhelming and you don’t know where to start?

In last week’s interview (#097) I talked to Mi Elfverson, founder of The Vlog Academy and creator of the EyeStorm community. Mi has created some extraordinary opportunities throughout her career, and is on a mission to help other women to step into their power too.

Looking back on our conversation, this week I dig deeper into Mi’s advice to start with what we have, and share my own experience of leading change when we don’t have all the answers but we’re willing to take a risk on learning and growing as we go.

If you’re a woman with a mission who is willing to grow as you go, this week’s Insights episode is for you. 


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE: 

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Book a Possibility Call: Book here


RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

The Pitch Perfect Power Hour is for thought leaders, entrepreneurs & business owners who want to get their message to a bigger audience through guesting on influential podcasts in their area of expertise.  If you’re feeling frustrated at not knowing which podcast is for you, which host to connect with, or how to submit a winning pitch, message me here to find out more.

Other Resources:

Episode 97:  Start With What You Have with Mi Elfverson

A mission takes confidence, bravery and maybe a little bit of crazy…such is the experience of this week’s guest. Her own little bit of crazy yielded not only the launch of her career in high-end film, TV and commercial production, but also a working visit to war-torn Bosnia with UN/IPTF peace-keeping forces.

Mi Elfverson is the founder of The Vlog Academy and creator of the EyeStorm community. She has worked with global agencies and renowned Hollywood block busters, including James Bond and Harry Potter films, and here she shares how her experience of creating extraordinary opportunities has led her to support other women to step into their power and share their expertise.

This episode is for women who feel a deep calling to serve, but aren’t quite sure where to start.  


MORE ABOUT MY GUEST: MI ELFVERSON

Mi Elfverson is a brand photographer and business vlog expert, born in Sweden but living in the UK since 1999. After a magnificent 25 years in high-end film, TV and commercial production, Mi founded The Vlog Academy. In beginning to teach vlogging, she discovered a massive difference in confidence between men and women in front of the camera, and she soon created the EyeStorm visibility programme for women, to begin to address the imbalance.

From Stockholm to LA, New York to London, she has worked with global agencies and renowned Hollywood blockbusters, ranging from Kellogg’s and Volvo adverts to the James Bond and Harry Potter films - but nothing gives her more joy than seeing a woman step into her own power and start sharing her expertise.

Mi’s full bio and contact details can be found on her personal guest page.


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE: 

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Ready to meet our next set of guests?  Whether you've just found us, or you're a seasoned expert-listener, welcome to Season SEVEN of the Women on a Mission Show.

In this short solo episode, I introduce you to my latest guest list. I’ll tell you a little about who my guests will be, why I've invited them to join me and what you can expect from our conversations.

Welcome to:

• Viv Groskop - Writer, comedian, TV & radio presenter and author & host of How To Own The Room
• Mi Elfverson - Founder of The Vlog Academy & creator of the EyeStorm Community
• Caroline Ferguson - Mindset trainer to sensitive, purposeful people with an ‘itch’ for more
• Kym Vincenti - Singer, songwriter, writer and ‘master juggler’ in a complex world
• Sara Tye - Entrepreneur, PR guru, adopter mother and triathlete
• Mandy St John Davey - Property developer and former chair of Women in Property
• Mary Waring - Financial advisor, coach and founder of Wealth for Women

Each one of them has a precious story that will encourage us to do and BE more when all is going well, and will also fill us with inspiration when we need to keep going too.

ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.

TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE:

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Book a Possibility Call: Book here

Looking back on Season Six, and reflecting on the stories and experiences shared by each of my guests, the word that stands out this season is FREEDOM! 

With so many experiences being described by my guests, we heard how freedom was a gift, a release, a discovery and a quest.

Whatever freedom might mean for you, there really is something for everyone in this season.

Here’s a quick reminder of our conversations:

• Lou Featherstone on life as a positivity rebel: finding your own voice and discovering true inner confidence (Ep 81 & 82)
• Natalie Balmain on wanting to be Prime Minister and building confidence from the inside-out (Ep 83 & 84)
• Veronica Pullen on finding the unique gift inside ourselves and the importance of doing the inner work required to lead our mission (Ep 85 & 86)
• Kate Flounders on who helps the helpers who support the most vulnerable and being a free-range human (Ep 87 & 88)
• Dara Goldberg on eradicating ageism in the beauty industry and embracing the gift in a midlife mission (Ep 89 & 90)
• Janey Lee Grace on tackling the white elephant, quitting the booze and living the holistic best life of your choice (Ep 91 & 92)
• Frances Beecher on leading in the third sector to eradicate homelessness and the cost of being an all-in leader (Ep 93 & 94)

In the sharing of our stories and experiences, we encourage other women on a mission to do and BE more when all is going well, and we inspire others in those moments where we simply need to keep going too. 

Whether you are short on time, new to the podcast, or would simply enjoy a recap on the rich learning we have heard from each guest, this summary of Season Six is for you!

ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.

TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE:

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Book a Possibility Call: Book here

RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

To enter this month’s draw for coaching with Leadership Coach, Sue Revell:

Thank you for being willing to help us reach more women with the podcast. To enter the draw, please leave a review at the Apple or Goodpods podcast platform.  To receive additional entries into the draw, please take a screenshot of your review and share it on your social media feeds (using the hashtag #womenonamission), copying in your host Sue Revell.  You will receive an additional entry into the draw for each social media post which promotes an episode of the show and has the appropriate hashtag.  

One coaching session will be gifted to a lucky listener each month, meaning four free sessions will be given across season six.  At the end of each month, all reviews will be entered into a draw and the winner will be announced on the first episode of the following month, so do keep listening!  The draw is completely independent of any podcasting or social media platform.

RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

All episodes available at the Women on a Mission website

Book a “Mission Possible” exploration call with Personal Leadership Coach, Sue Revell

What does it mean to be an all-in leader? And how can we be all-in, creating positive impact and influence, while also looking after ourselves, those we lead, and those we serve?

In last week’s interview (#093) I talked to Frances Beecher, CEO of Llamau, Wales’ leading young people and women’s homeless charity. Frances can’t NOT care and it’s a conversation about creating influence and impact, in a sector where leaders can often feel powerless.

Where are you feeling powerless to create change right now?

Looking back on our conversation, this week I consider what we can learn from Frances about creating and owning our influence, even where the formal power and responsibility to create change lies elsewhere.

If you’re a woman who wants to make more impact through your mission, this week’s Insights episode is for you.


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE: 

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Book a Possibility Call: Book here


RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

To enter this month’s draw for coaching with Leadership Coach, Sue Revell:

Thank you for being willing to help us reach more women with the podcast. To enter the draw, please leave a review at the Apple or Goodpods podcast platform.  To receive additional entries into the draw, please take a screenshot of your review and share it on your social media feeds (using the hashtag #womenonamission), copying in your host Sue Revell.  You will receive an additional entry into the draw for each social media post which promotes an episode of the show and has the appropriate hashtag. 

One coaching session will be gifted to a lucky listener each month, meaning four free sessions will be given across season six.  At the end of each month, all reviews will be entered into a draw and the winner will be announced on the first episode of the following month, so do keep listening!  The draw is completely independent of any podcasting or social media platform.


Other Resources:

Episode 93:  Can We Care Too Much? with Frances Beecher

Episode 61 & 62: Are You a Super Helper? With Jess Baker

Walking alongside those experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, and sexual violence, my guest this week is one of the most humble leaders you will meet. Compelled to action at an early age, Frances’ mission to eradicate homelessness has encompassed a career as a volunteer, a therapist, an outreach worker (and even a prankster!), on her path to being the purposeful leader she is today.

Frances Beecher is the Chief Executive of Llamau, Wales leading homeless charity supporting vulnerable women and disenfranchised young people.  Do listen in as, determined to make an impact, Frances shares some deeply honest and powerful learning from her career as a third sector leader: including her refusal to settle for anything less than her best, and the impact that has had on those around her.  

This episode is for women who feel a deep calling to serve, and want to know how to use power and influence differently in order to feel fulfilled and make a difference.


MORE ABOUT MY GUEST: FRANCES BEECHER

Frances Beecher is the amazing Chief Executive of Llamau, Wales’ leading young people and women’s homeless charity. Llamau works across Wales with over 10,000 disenfranchised and vulnerable young people and women a year. Frances has supported some of the most vulnerable people and works tirelessly on issues including domestic abuse and homelessness. She leads the organisation with passion and authenticity and is always looking for new partnerships and approaches to solving the root causes of the challenges that these young people face.

Fran’s full bio and contact details can be found on her personal guest page.


ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.


TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE:

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram


RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:
To enter this month’s draw for coaching with Leadership Coach, Sue Revell:

Thank you for being willing to help us reach more women with the podcast. To enter the draw, please leave a review at the Apple or Goodpods podcast platform.  To receive additional entries into the draw, please take a screenshot of your review and share it on your social media feeds (using the hashtag #womenonamission), copying in your host Sue Revell.  You will receive an additional entry into the draw for each social media post which promotes an episode of the show and has the appropriate hashtag.  

One coaching session will be gifted to a lucky listener each month, meaning four free sessions will be given across season six.  At the end of each month, all reviews will be entered into a draw and the winner will be announced on the first episode of the following month, so do keep listening!  The draw is completely independent of any podcasting or social media platform.

Which life are you living?  Is it the life you’ve grown used to and don’t know how to change, or is it the life that you have chosen to create?

In last week’s interview (#091) I talked to well-known author, speaker and former BBC radio presenter, Janey Lee Grace - founder of The Sober Club. Quitting the booze was the missing link for Janey, enabling her to find her purpose and live her best life.

What would be possible for you if you were no longer stuck and, instead, living the life you would choose to create?

Looking back on our conversation, this week I explore what we can learn from Janey about getting unstuck and offer eight suggestions to help you move toward the life you want to live.

If you’re a woman on a mission who is feeling stuck, or you’re experiencing resistance that is stopping you moving forward in your mission, this week’s Insights episode is for you.

ABOUT YOUR HOST: SUE REVELL

Sue is on a mission to STOP women playing small so that they can create the legacy they want to leave in the world.  With over 30 years coaching and leadership experience, Sue loves nothing more than disrupting the unhelpful thinking that often holds women back, so that they can think, dream and BE bigger in leading the change they want to see.  Coaching internationally, Sue’s clients are primarily world-changing women who want to lead with confidence, increase their impact and live a life that matters.

TO CONNECT WITH / HEAR MORE FROM SUE:

Sign up for news & updates:  Mission Mojo Sign-Up

Join the Women on a Mission Community:  Facebook Group

Connect with Sue at:  Her website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Book a Possibility Call: Book here

RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:

To enter this month’s draw for coaching with Leadership Coach, Sue Revell:

Thank you for being willing to help us reach more women with the podcast. To enter the draw, please leave a review at the Apple or Goodpods podcast platform.  To receive additional entries into the draw, please take a screenshot of your review and share it on your social media feeds (using the hashtag #womenonamission), copying in your host Sue Revell.  You will receive an additional entry into the draw for each social media post which promotes an episode of the show and has the appropriate hashtag.  

One coaching session will be gifted to a lucky listener each month, meaning four free sessions will be given across season six.  At the end of each month, all reviews will be entered into a draw and the winner will be announced on the first episode of the following month, so do keep listening!  The draw is completely independent of any podcasting or social media platform.

Other Resources:

Episode 91:  What’s Keeping You Stuck? with Janey Lee Grace

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield