In this episode I talk about contrast and how we hate it. Let’s be honest about that. We resist it, curse it, and do everything in our power to avoid it. We want the smooth road, the easy win, the feeling of certainty and flow without the jagged edges of struggle. We want warmth without ever feeling the cold, success without failure, love without heartbreak.But here’s the paradox: contrast is exactly what we need. It’s the friction that sharpens us, the tension that reveals our strength, the resistance that forces us to grow. Without contrast, we drift. We stay in the comfortable, the familiar, the lukewarm. And nothing great—nothing truly golden—comes from lukewarm.So, when contrast shows up in your life, don’t run. Don’t numb it with distractions. Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that just because something is hard, it’s wrong.Stand in it. Let it teach you. Let it strip away what isn’t you, so that what remains is gold.And then? Rise. Rise with the lessons. Rise with the clarity. Rise with the fire that only contrast can ignite.Because the ones who rise aren’t the ones who avoid the storm. They’re the ones who walk through it—and come out the other side, shining.
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Lemons & Leadership
n leadership, you're either holding the lemons or you are the lemon. Are you being squeezed, giving your energy away without seeing results? Or are you the one applying the pressure—shaping opportunities, making impact, and turning challenges into something greater? In this episode, we break down the dynamics of female leadership: when to squeeze, when to let go, and how to make sure your juice isn’t going to waste. Tune in and decide—are you the lemon, or the one doing the squeezing? 🍋✨ #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #PowerAndPressure
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The 10% Shift - You Are Closer Than You Think!
Close the Last 10%You might not realise it, but you’re already 90% of the way there. In this episode, we talk about how the final stretch to your goals or the thing you want isn’t about more work—it’s about realising how close you truly are. The last 10% is a mental shift, a realisation that you’re already living the life you’ve been working toward. Learn how to close that gap by stepping into certainty, speaking your dreams into existence, and taking the bold actions that will push you across the finish line. You’re closer than you think!
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Are you stuck in an energetic deficit?
If you’ve been feeling uninspired, drained, stuck in a thick mental fog, or running low on enthusiasm, you’re not alone—everyone experiences this at some point. But with the right awareness and by activating your internal Energy Barometer, you can bridge the gap, regain control, and manage the pressure, stress, and quality of your day. In this episode of Finding Your Gold, I’ll show you how to use the Energy Barometer to identify and overcome energy deficits, with practical tips for applying it in your work, relationships, and leadership. I also have a treat for you - Access my free activation below to help you release any stagnant energy that might be holding you back. Link HEREI would love to hear if this episode helped you - share with a friend or colleague if you know it can help them.
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What are you trying to prove?
In this episode of Finding your Gold, we're diving into a question that many women don’t even realise they’re asking themselves: What are you trying to prove? We explore the subconscious drive to constantly prove our worth—whether to others or ourselves—and how this "proofing" mindset can negatively affect your energy, mindset, and results. If you’ve ever felt drained, overworked, or stuck in a cycle of striving for validation, this episode is for you. Tune in as we unpack how to spot the proofing trap and shift into a mindset that empowers, rather than exhausts.
This podcast was born to help you GROW. Virginia is on a mission to flick the switch in your head and turn on YOUR unlimited self belief and confidence! A self confessed brand junkie, Virginia will be unraveling a mix of topics from self development, business, marketing, visibility, PR and everything in between to help you raise your game. She keeps it real in order to show you whats possible on the other side of your fear.
She doesn't just want to inspire you, but ACTIVATE you to RISE.
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