How to Start Investing & Build Long-Term Wealth: A Starter Guide with Kel Galavan
In this episode, Kel Galavan shares her personal journey with money – from getting into debt to taking on a no-spend year, and ultimately turning her finances (and her mindset) around. Packed with practical tips, we dive into how to reframe your relationship with money, build healthy financial habits, and start investing with confidence.Kel breaks down the difference between affluence and wealth, the five best ways to build wealth in Ireland, and how to maximise the value of your pension. We also cover how to get started in the stock market, the types of funds available, and why money doesn’t have to be scary.For so many women, financial empowerment isn’t something we were raised with – but this conversation is your toolkit to take control, start investing, and build long-term wealth for your future self.
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Dyslexia, Resilience & Getting out of Your Own Way with Emma Maye
Emma Maye’s story is one of courage, grit, and reinvention. From an early age, she faced the challenges of dyslexia and a difficult school experience, which taught her to persevere and find her own path. Later, after the sudden loss of her father, she stepped up to support her mother in managing his €1 billion property portfolio - navigating the pressures of NAMA and the immense stress that came with it.Emma shares how grief impacted her, but also how she found strength on the other side - new ventures, building hundreds of homes, and buying and selling businesses. We also talk about advocating for yourself in male-dominated industries, learning to get out of your own way, and discovering the things that bring true joy, from music and sport to becoming a funeral celebrant.This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, growth, and finding light through life’s toughest moments.
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How She Built Her Interiors Business and Kept Going with Siobhán Lam
In this episode, Susan chats with Siobhán Lam, founder of April and the Bear, about her journey from growing up in a family of entrepreneurs to creating one of Ireland’s most-loved interiors brands. Siobhán shares how spotting a gap in the market led her to start her own business, the resilience it takes to keep going, and why reframing failure has been key to her success.They explore the skills that have shaped her founder journey - creativity, determination, and the belief that you can do anything you put your mind to. Plus, Siobhán offers her tips for designing a room full of personality and style.Â
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Creating a Life You Love with Lisa Hughes
In this episode with Lisa Hughes, we dive into why so many of us are craving deeper connection in today’s digital world. We explore practical ways to build your tribe and find meaning at work, as well as the power of friendships and the different types of friends we all need. We also talk about endings—whether that’s friendship breakups, divorce, leaving a job, or starting over—and how to navigate those transitions with intention. Most importantly, we reflect on the importance of paying attention to our lives and tuning in to what truly makes us feel good.
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Leading with AI: Driving Change in a Digital World
In this insightful episode, we speak to Aisling Curtis and Amy Ball, market leaders at PwC, about the transformative power of AI and generative technologies. Explore how AI is reshaping industries, the challenges and opportunities it brings, and how leaders can harness its potential to create meaningful impact. From navigating digital burnout to empowering women in STEM, Aisling and Amy share valuable lessons on leadership, innovation, and thriving in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Welcome to the Rise Up Podcast, the podcast that delves into the inspiring journeys of women from diverse backgrounds and industries. Join us as we explore the stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders and industry experts who share invaluable life lessons they wish they had known earlier.
Each episode is a deep dive into how these remarkable women navigated career hurdles, embraced risks, and learned from their failures. Through candid conversations, they offer insights, strategies, and pearls of wisdom to empower you on your own career journey.
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