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A mental health advocate with an honours in Psychology, and no stranger to the commercial world through her entrepreneurial endeavours, Mel is a sought-after empathetic and inspiring speaker. Mel Yu guides and encourages her community to live a meaningful life through the power of authentic story-telling. The Authentic Me connects powerful stories and life lessons to the ears of listeners by interviewing successful game-changers from all walks of life. Popular guests include Australian influencers, entertainment artists, life coaches and creative entrepreneurs. Common topics discussed involve self-development, successes, failures, mindset and how to create a life of purpose. 

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A mental health advocate with an honours in Psychology, and no stranger to the commercial world through her entrepreneurial endeavours, Mel is a sought-after empathetic and inspiring speaker. Mel Yu guides and encourages her community to live a meaningful life through the power of authentic story-telling. The Authentic Me connects powerful stories and life lessons to the ears of listeners by interviewing successful game-changers from all walks of life. Popular guests include Australian influencers, entertainment artists, life coaches and creative entrepreneurs. Common topics discussed involve self-development, successes, failures, mindset and how to create a life of purpose. 

    How to Grow with Grief after Losing Someone we Love | Katrina Weller | Ep 41

    How to Grow with Grief after Losing Someone we Love | Katrina Weller | Ep 41

    On this episode, I have special guest (and my ace coaching client!), Katrina Weller - a Grief & Loss Specialist, Speaker and the founder of the Grow with Grief hub. 

    We discussed our experiences with grief and loss, reflecting on the impact it has had on our lives and relationships. We share the duality of emotions, the ongoing waves of grief, and the longing for the presence of our loved ones who have passed away.

    We dive deep into various aspects of grief, including the myths surrounding it. There is no timeline for grief, grief is not limited to death, and perhaps the five stages of grief are not a one-size-fits-all experience!
    If you're interested in Katrina's upcoming event, 'Grief Talks - Moments that Matter' in Melbourne this month (August 2023), please REGISTER FOR FREE here!
    Link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/grieftalks-moments-that-matter-tickets-677224104527

    Stay up to date with all things Katrina & Grow with Grief here:
    https://www.instagram.com/growwithgrief/https://www.instagram.com/katrinalpw/https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinapreislerweller/https://growwithgrief.com.au/ If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show!

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    The Power of Identity and the Difference between Branding and Marketing to Stand out from the Crowd | Matt Purcell | Ep 40

    The Power of Identity and the Difference between Branding and Marketing to Stand out from the Crowd | Matt Purcell | Ep 40

    Matthew John Kyoo Purcell (known professionally as Matt Purcell), is a South Korean-born Australian entrepreneur. Matt Purcell is Australia's leading personal branding expert and the founder of Australia's only verbal self-defence program, Kung Fu. Matt is on a mission to help doers think and thinkers do.

    I was lucky enough to sit and have a chat with a fellow Asian- Australian to talk about our unique stories and how important identity is in the way we live our lives. Both Matt and I are passionate about building powerful personal brands that help you unpack your superpower and unique stories.

    Listen to this as Matt gives some great insight and frameworks for those wanting to make money by being who they are and sharing authentically!

    Follow the Personal Branding Sensai here (IG: @mattpurcellofficial): https://www.instagram.com/mattpurcellofficial/

    Matt has an event coming up at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre on July 7th 2023 with some other successful and powerful entrepreneurs. 
    More info about the event can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/personal-branding-event-tickets-640078170037?aff=MATT



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    • 54 min
    I had a $45 million dollar company in Triangl swimwear and can say, "Money Doesn't Buy Happiness" | Erin Deering | Ep 39

    I had a $45 million dollar company in Triangl swimwear and can say, "Money Doesn't Buy Happiness" | Erin Deering | Ep 39

    Erin Deering was looking for a bikini to wear on the beach on a second date with her now ex-partner. Craig Ellis, but couldn’t find anything under $100 that didn’t have Hawaain flowers on it. It was either Zimmerman or Billabong back then with no in-between price tag available for women. Little did she know, she would go on to start a multimillion-dollar bikini business known as Triangl – and take it global. 
    Today, Triangl is sold in over 100 countries and boasts 2.4 million Instagram followers. The company has reported selling around 45,000 bikinis a month, and in 2019, both co-founders were ranked on Australian rich lists with an estimated net worth of $35 million.

    Since leaving the brand in 2018, Erin Deering is now a passionate Holistic Mentor, Educator & Speaker. She supports women to “feel good, look good and do good”.

    I loved this authentic conversation around business, travel, family and mental health. It's such an important chat and I hope you guys love it!

    I highly encourage you to stay in touch with this woman and follow her content - she inspires me daily not only in fashion but in mindset!
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinkdeering/

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    • 59 min
    Loving the Skin You're In and Taking Up Space | Natasha Heal | Ep 38

    Loving the Skin You're In and Taking Up Space | Natasha Heal | Ep 38

    A champion for diversity and loving the skin you’re in; Natasha Heal has taken her every experience in life and turned each into a means of growth, acceptance and self love. With a unique ability to recognise the beauty in all things and people, as well as taking hard lessons in her stride, Natasha is an advocate for alopecia awareness, an internationally renowned fashion model and promotes living a mentally well-balance life.

    This episode we talk all things growing up in the beauty industry as a model from 13 years old, how she discovered she had alopecia, the struggles and challenges we face with stress and anxiety to taking back your power and your space.

    A powerful role model worth connecting with, please follow and engage with her content:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashaheal/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@natasha.heal

    Thanks for listening to another episode! See you in the next one :)
    Mel Yu x
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    • 42 min
    Failure is Guaranteed on the Path to Success... How to become a Creative Entrepreneur | Carly Söderström | Ep 37

    Failure is Guaranteed on the Path to Success... How to become a Creative Entrepreneur | Carly Söderström | Ep 37

    Welcome back guys! Today I am joined by entrepreneur, photographer, designer, mentor, former cross-fit enthusiast, former controversial public figure in the media, the author of ‘6-figure creative’ but most importantly, down to earth legend whom I have only until recently had the privilege to call a friend, Carly Söderström. 

    Carly is a straight shooter and I love that about her. We talk about the importance of travel and how experiencing other countries has made us better human beings. We talk about people talking shit on the media and defamation of her personal brand. We also talk about how she got to shoot incredible humans like Dr Jordan B Peterson when he was in Melbourne!

    Carly is an amazing creative entrepreneur and I am excited to bring this conversation to your ears today!

    Stay in touch here:
    https://www.instagram.com/carlzjsoda/
    https://carlzjsoda.com/
    https://www.6figurecreative.com.au/
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    • 47 min
    20 years of friendship: From drinking and partying to health and wellness; from uncertainty to starting a business | Jess Jackson | Ep 36

    20 years of friendship: From drinking and partying to health and wellness; from uncertainty to starting a business | Jess Jackson | Ep 36

    Today's wholesome chat is with my high school friend, Jess Jackson (IG: @jessinbondi who I went to Mordialloc College with between 2003-2008!

    Jess is the founder of health and wellness brand, Australian Made Bio Cellulose Sheet Masks, @goodlivingonly_. She is also a certified meditation teacher who aims to share content to inspire not tire so you're empowered to live a balanced life. Jess is passionate about embracing a life you love to live.

    We talk all things friendship and high school education, moving from a 9-5 that is not fulfilling and everything else in between. Whether you are in need of a little pick-me-up, a reminder that you are not alone in what you are feeling or going through, this episode is full of golden nuggets between 2 friends so I hope you enjoy!

    Make sure to stay in touch with Jess over on social media as this helps both our brands grow. Thank-you for listening!
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