My Perfect Failure

Paul Padmore

Welcome to My Perfect Failure, the Podcast that taps into the world of Failure. We will explore What is Failure, why does it happen and how do we move beyond our Failures. With the help of a range of amazing guests from all walks of life we will discuss and debate to get their take on this subject.

Episodes

  1. The Science of Doing Scary Things: Overcoming Fear & Building Courage with Dr. Mary Poffenroth

    02/11/2025

    The Science of Doing Scary Things: Overcoming Fear & Building Courage with Dr. Mary Poffenroth

    Send us a text ✅ Subscribe now for more episodes MPF Discussion with Dr. Mary Poffenroth  The Science of Doing Scary Things: Overcoming Fear & Building Courage with Dr. Mary Poffenroth      About Mary Dr. Mary Poffenroth, a neurohacking biopsychologist, fear/courage expert, and award winning author of Brave New You: Strategies, Tools, and Neurohacks to Live More Courageously Every Day (Hachette, 2024, awards here), who TIME Magazine recently said gave them “life changing revelations” with her work. Mary has also been featured in Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur, SUCCESS, and Fast Company (all her print/TV/podcasts). Her workshops, keynotes, and elite retreats have been enjoyed by organizations like TED, GoogleX, Britannica, and the senior executives at Walmart.       The Science of Doing Scary Things: Overcoming Fear & Building Courage In this episode of My Perfect Failure, I’m joined by Dr. Mary Poffenroth, a biopsychologist, courage researcher, and author of Brave New You, to explore the science of fear and how to build real courage. Mary explains how to use her RAIN Method (Recognize, Assign, Identify, Navigate) to manage stress, anxiety, and fear—transforming everyday worries into opportunities for growth. If you’ve ever faced fear of failure, fear of change, or self-doubt, you’ll discover practical tools and neuroscience-backed techniques to move forward with confidence.    💡 5 Quick Takeaways 1.       Fear isn’t failure—it’s feedback. 2.       Notice your body’s fear signals—they’re clues, not warnings. 3.       Use the RAIN Method to move through fear clearly and calmly. 4.       Courage is built by action, not avoidance. 5.       Fearlessness is a myth—growth happens when you act anyway.      Links To Mary ·       Website: https://marypoffenroth.com/  ·       Access Brave New You: https://hellobravenewyou.com Download Rain Method Cards ·       Order- Brave New You: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brave-New-You-Strategies-Courageously/dp/1523518618/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Q            Support the show Schedule your Big Dreams Coaching Session. 👉 https://stan.store/Paul_P/p/the-big-dream-session If this episode resonated with you, let us know by leaving a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.Hit the link and leave your 5 STAR review Join the - My Perfect Failure Reddit Community

    1h 21m
  2. The Entrepreneurs Mindset: Why Jay Sapovits Stopped Chasing Jobs

    25/10/2025

    The Entrepreneurs Mindset: Why Jay Sapovits Stopped Chasing Jobs

    Send us a text ✅ Subscribe now for more episodes MPF Discussion with Jay Sapovits The Entrepreneurs Mindset: Why Jay Sapovits Stopped Chasing Jobs    About Jay Sapovits Jay is the Founder and CEO of Ink’d Stores, a $5M e-commerce brand he built from the ashes of a failed fitness startup. His story is one of resilience, humility, and transformation. From helping scale Marquis Jet from $0 to $1B to facing the collapse of multiple ventures and battling a gambling addiction, Jay’s journey is a testament to rebuilding through self-awareness and grit.   Today, Ink’d Stores powers over 1,000 online swag shops for leading brands like DoorDash, Crocs, and Penn Entertainment—all grounded in the lessons learned from failure. Jay brings raw honesty and powerful insights about perseverance, risk, and reinvention.        The Entrepreneurs Mindset: Why Jay Sapovits Stopped Chasing Jobs In this inspiring episode, Paul chats with Jay Sapovits, serial entrepreneur and founder of Ink'd Stores. From helping build Marquis Jet into a billion-dollar brand to reinventing himself after setbacks, Jay’s story is a powerful masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and fearless entrepreneurship.   Jay shares how he turned career rejection into opportunity, why adaptability beats experience, and the mindset that’s helped him thrive through every business challenge.     💡 4 Takeaways 1.       Rejection Can Be Redirection – Jay’s early career setbacks pushed him to create his own path as an entrepreneur. 2.       Be an Outsider Advantage – Entering new industries without preconceptions helped Jay see opportunities others missed. 3.       Sales Cure Almost Everything – When challenges hit, Jay focuses on action and revenue rather than reaction. 4.       Pause Before You React – True leadership means creating space before responding to setbacks.     Connect with Jay Website:www.inkdstores.com LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaysap/      Paul: Contact Details MPF Website: https://www.myperfectfailure.com/ Subscribe to MPF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paulpadmore8275   Please Leave A Review I have a small favor to ask! If you’ve been enjoying My Perfect Failure, leaving a review would mean the world to me. It helps the show grow and reach more people who need these stories of resilience and success. Plus, I love hearing your thoughts!  So please leave a review on Apple, Spotify or the platform of your choice.    Support the show Schedule your Big Dreams Coaching Session. 👉 https://stan.store/Paul_P/p/the-big-dream-session If this episode resonated with you, let us know by leaving a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.Hit the link and leave your 5 STAR review Join the - My Perfect Failure Reddit Community

    1h 9m
  3. Ex-Disney Leader's Masterclass On Resilience with Kristin Wyza

    18/10/2025

    Ex-Disney Leader's Masterclass On Resilience with Kristin Wyza

    Send us a text ✅ Subscribe now for more episodes  MPF Discussion with Kristin Wyza Ex-Disney Leader's Masterclass On Resilience with Kristin Wyza   About Kristin Wyza Kristin Wyza is the Founder and Executive Director of KW Media Design, a thriving web design and branding agency she built after nearly two decades at Disney and a life-changing battle with cancer. When a corporate layoff could have been the end of one chapter, Kristin turned it into a bold new beginning — transforming her creativity and resilience into a business that helps small to midsize companies craft websites and brands that truly connect and inspire. On My Perfect Failure, Kristin shares her remarkable journey of reinvention, lessons in courage, and practical insights on building a meaningful business from the ground up.   What would you do if your dream job ended and life threw you a major curveball? In this inspiring chat, Kristin Wyza shares how she turned a cancer diagnosis and a Disney layoff into the launchpad for her thriving business, KW Media Design. From rebuilding her life to helping others build brands that truly connect, Kristin’s story is a masterclass in courage, reinvention, and never giving up on yourself.   5 Key Takeaways: Setbacks can be the start of something extraordinary.Courage and belief often outweigh certainty.Listen to your intuition — it knows more than you think.Creativity and resilience are powerful business tools.It’s never too late to reinvent your life or career.    Connect to Kristin ·       Website: https://kwmediadesign.com/  ·       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kw_media_design/      Recommended episode on entrepreneurship by Ali Abdaal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7IECetqDLY      Paul: Contact Details MPF Website: https://www.myperfectfailure.com/ Subscribe to MPF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paulpadmore8275    Please Leave A Review I have a small favor to ask! If you’ve been enjoying My Perfect Failure, leaving a review would mean the world to me. It helps the show grow and reach more people who need these stories of resilience and success. Plus, I love hearing your thoughts!  So please leave a review on Apple, Spotify or the platform of your choice.    Support the show Schedule your Big Dreams Coaching Session. 👉 https://stan.store/Paul_P/p/the-big-dream-session If this episode resonated with you, let us know by leaving a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.Hit the link and leave your 5 STAR review Join the - My Perfect Failure Reddit Community

    1h 5m
  4. Michelin Stars to Neuroplasticity: Inder Virdi's Radical Career Pivot

    11/10/2025

    Michelin Stars to Neuroplasticity: Inder Virdi's Radical Career Pivot

    Send us a text ✅ Subscribe now for more episodes  MPF Discussion with Inder   Michelin Stars to Neuroplasticity: Inder Virdi's Radical Career Pivot     From Michelin Stars to ME/CFS: What happens when a career in the high-pressure world of fine dining (alongside chefs like Heston Blumenthal) is suddenly interrupted by chronic fatigue syndrome? [Inder Virdi] shares his harrowing six-year journey from being bedridden to becoming a Nutritional Therapist and a student of neuroscience. We talk about the invisible nature of chronic illness, the power of retraining the brain, and why being a "generalist" might be your greatest superpower.   About Inder Inder started his career in the fast-paced world of fine dining, working alongside top chefs like Heston Blumenthal and Brett Graham at The Ledbury. In his early twenties, life took an unexpected turn when he developed chronic fatigue syndrome. The next six years were spent on a challenging journey to reclaim his health supporting his body and addressing underlying trauma. This experience completely reshaped his path and led him to retrain as a nutritional therapist, eventually going on to study neuroscience at King’s College London. Today, Inder runs a busy clinic where he’s dedicated to helping people with chronic illness and trauma and was a part of the research team at the Gupta Program, a neuroplasticity program designed for chronic conditions.     🎧 4 Key Takeaways for Listeners 1.       Invisible doesn’t mean imagined — chronic fatigue and brain fog are real, physiological conditions that deserve understanding. 2.       Trauma and stress can trap the body in “fight or flight,” making recovery harder — calming the nervous system is key. 3.       Small, consistent steps heal — from nutrition to mindfulness, progress often comes one gentle day at a time. 4.       Curiosity is medicine — approaching setbacks with openness can turn confusion into discovery.   Connect with Inder ·       Website: https://theneuropath.com/my-story-chronic-fatigue/ ·       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_neuropath/    Paul: Contact Details MPF Website: https://www.myperfectfailure.com/ Subscribe to MPF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paulpadmore8275   Please Leave A Review I have a small favor to ask! If you’ve been enjoying My Perfect Failure, leaving a review would mean the world to me. It helps the show grow and reach more people who need these stories of resilience and success. Plus, I love hearing your thoughts!  So please leave a review on Apple, Spotify or the platform of your choice.      Support the show Schedule your Big Dreams Coaching Session. 👉 https://stan.store/Paul_P/p/the-big-dream-session If this episode resonated with you, let us know by leaving a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.Hit the link and leave your 5 STAR review Join the - My Perfect Failure Reddit Community

    1h 5m
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About

Welcome to My Perfect Failure, the Podcast that taps into the world of Failure. We will explore What is Failure, why does it happen and how do we move beyond our Failures. With the help of a range of amazing guests from all walks of life we will discuss and debate to get their take on this subject.

Information

  • Creator
    Paul Padmore
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 My Perfect Failure
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    My Perfect Failure