What It Means To Be Well Rachael Bonetti
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- Society & Culture
Conversations and ideas that will open your heart and mind to what's possible when we dare to do things differently, and expand and challenge your view of what it means to truly thrive in life and at work.
Rachael is a meditation and breath work facilitator, Wayapa Wuurrk practitioner, corporate trainer, Forbes Australia contributor and international keynote speaker.
She creates and delivers the development and wellbeing opportunities she needed as she navigated her high pressure former corporate career as an Executive Assistant to Chairs, CEOs, thought leaders and high profile people.
It's her mission to help organisations better support and care for their most valuable assets: their people and to empower the backbone of every organisation: their administration community.
Rachael is currently writing her first book and lives on the Mornington Peninsula in Australia.
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From Blockbusters To Ted Talks: Overcoming Self Doubt, Seizing Opportunities And Being The Architect Of Our Own Success
In this captivating episode, we sit down with a multifaceted talent, Dean Head ACS, an award winning cinematographer, producer and director who has contributed to some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters. His impressive career portfolio includes Hollywood hits such as Tomb Raider, Rush Hour 2, Enemy at the Gate, Double Impact, and Transformers 4. He is also a TED Talk speaker and a published author and he is known for his insightful perspectives on the film industry and beyond.
Tune in to hear his incredible career journey, the surprising truths he discovered in the realm of blockbuster creation, and how stepping out of his comfort zone of being a behind the scenes talent, allowed him to achieve unimaginable success.
We get into:
The fascinating path Dean took to become a leading talent in film making, The pivotal moments that shaped his career and the lessons he learned along the way. Insight into the obstacles he faced in the competitive film industry. Strategies and mindset shifts that helped him navigate and overcome these challenges. Practical tips on resilience and staying motivated. Behind-the-scenes anecdotes and experiences from sets of major films. What the public doesn’t see about the filmmaking process and celebrity life. Reflecting on the challenges and stigma associated with behind-the-scenes roles. The journey to delivering a TED Talk and its impact. The transition from filmmaker to author. Exploring the themes and inspirations behind his book, Earth Movers and how the book aims to inspire and educate the next generation of custodians of the earth. Thank you for tuning in to this episode. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and valuable insights from industry leaders and people doing cool things.
Connect with Dean and learn more about his work
Dean's TEDx Talk:
Earth Movers book
See Dean’s work:
HSR with Brian Johnson of AC/DC
Filming a scene of Transformers 4
Contact Dean
Email
IMDB profile
Connect with Rachael
Email
Instagram
LinkedIn
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Finding Freedom: A Journey Through Yoga, Sensitivity, and Self-Discovery
In the first episode of season four I'm joined by the incredible and inspiring Lou Kelle for a soulful conversation on all things self discovery, authetic living and the liberation of living our truth.
Lou has dedicated the last nine years to teaching yoga full-time in Melbourne, Australia, while also co-facilitating international yoga teacher training programs in Thailand and hosting transformative retreats in Bali, Thailand, and Australia.
As a certified life coach, Lou's passion lies in combining yoga and self-development to create healing spaces where participants can shift limiting beliefs and create inspired lives.
Conversation Highlights:
The path to courage and willingness to follow the heart and pursue a life of freedom. Lou's journey and the experiences that have shaped her into a beacon of hope and freedom for others. Lou shares what excites her the most in her business and life, highlighting the fulfillment she finds in helping others transform and thrive. Lou discusses her journey of discovering high sensitivity and how it has influenced her life and work. And we talk about the importance of holding space for oneself AND others, particularly in roles like Executive Assistants and other in-service professions, to prevent burnout. If you like what you hear, please get in touch to let us know, or even better, rate, review, follow or subscribe so conversations like these get into as many ears as possible.
Please share this episode if someone you know might benefit from it.
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Connect with Lou:
Coaching
Retreats
Instagram
And connect with Rachael:
Instagram
Website
hello@rachaelbonetti
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Ep 30 - Caring for Elders: Balancing Compassion and Realities
In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, we delve into the personal journey of becoming a caregiver for an elderly family member who is living with Parkinson's disease.
We explore the challenges and emotions that come with this responsibility, emphasising the need for open conversations about health and care before reaching this juncture.
You'll hear insights on supporting elderly individuals through medical appointments, the importance of self-care for caregivers, and practical tips for seeking local resources and aids.
Join me to understand the complexities of adult caregiving and how we can foster an inclusive work environment for those with caring responsibilities.
Your compassionate support can make a world of difference.
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LinkedIn
Instagram
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Ep 29 - Thriving In The Unknown: Embrace Change And Ignite Growth
In a world where answers seem just a click away, it's easy to feel off balance when faced with uncertainty. In this bite sized episode, we explore the power of leaning into the unknown.
Discover how great leaders navigate change with grace, and why embracing ambiguity can lead to powerful self-discovery.
Learn why radical self-trust and self-compassion can revolutionise your approach to life and work.
Find out how letting go of the need for all the answers can lead to surprising and fulfilling outcomes.
You’ll hear tips and insights on:
The lessons leaders can teach us about navigating ambiguity How tuning in to our instincts helps us to move forward Why paralysis by analysis is hurting our creativity, productivity and growth The common problems executive assistant clients face in their careers relating to ambiguity The advice that created ultimate freedom for Rachael in her career and life If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review or rating. Your feedback means the world to us! See you in a fortnight for more inspiring insights.
Connect with Rachael
LinkedIn
Instagram
Explore the website and subscribe to the newsletter
If you're an assistant and you'd love to step into a growth mindset, feel empowered or do things differently, join us inside The Elite EA Academy. Offered as public intakes or on-demand for full teams, this course has supported assistants all over the world unlock their full potential.
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Ep 28 - Intentionality And Purpose: A Path to Career and Life Fulfilment
In this impromptu, bite size episode Rachael shares how she uses returning to intentions as a compass to keep her connected to her purpose, values and mission. She talks about the unexpected ways her personal passions bled into her work, creating imapct in ways she hadn't anticipated.
You'll also hear:
How yoga changed her life, connecting her more deeply to her purpose than ever before How heart-led teachers that honour yoga's roots helped her re-discover her authenticity How the yoga lessons from the mat carried into her work, making her a better assistant and colleague How we all have the ability to become a cultural beacon at work, shaping culture through the way we show up Why considering how others experience us can make an impact at work How she wants her forthcoming book to support her community and readers An invitation for this episode to help reconnect you to your inner compass too If you enjoyed this episode please consider sharing with someone who could benefit too, rating and following the show.
You can connect with Rachael:
on IG @RachaelBonetti
on LinkedIn
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Ep 27 - Defying Expectations: Why We Eloped And Living An Authentic Life
In this short and sweet solo episode Rachael shares the behind the scenes of her recent elopement. It's a refelctive episode that explores the pressure we can all feel to live up to what others want for us and why living our lives on our terms is essential for happiness.
In this very personal episode you'll hear:
The internal tug of war of whether to do what everyone else wanted for them, or to follow what she and Rob really wanted to do Why she ultimately chose to sneak off to get married, vs a bigger wedding How the day unfolded (including the bits they're not proud of) How Rachael overcame the need to meet the expectations of others Breaking every wedding tradition Having no regrets How loved ones took the news, and how Rachael managed her own feelings from their reactions If you've found yourself in people pleasing mode, or are on the cusp of a big life decision this episode will help you find your way back to your authenticity.
Let us know what you thought! Rate, review and follow the show or get in touch with Rachael directly.
Show notes
Take a peep at Rachael's favourite wedding photo here
Connect with Rachael
on IG @rachaelbonetti
or LinkedIn
Visit the website to see current ways to work with Rachael including:
speaking engagements on career success, mindset and wellbeing bespoke conferences and strategy days courses masterclasses and workshops free training and resources to support the assistant community corporate consulting to the reate ease and flow in organisations that allows everyone to achieve high performance without burnout