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Actsplore This is a podcast for the modern day working professional. The show is hosted by Janice and Sarah-Ann, former lawyers who went on to do an MBA before pivoting careers. Each week, we pick the minds of inspiring guests who will bring you actionable insights on how you can thrive personally & professionally. From career insights, to personal development hacks, mental health chats and more, join us as we Actsplore how to create a more meaningful and fulfilled life!

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    EP 94: [LIVE] Building Influence: Leading from Where You Are

    Recorded live from the Actsplore This Building Influence workshop in Kuala Lumpur, we sat down with Prof Dr Ong Kian Ming and Zalina Jamaluddin to unpack how we can lead with impact -  through intention, curiosity, and the courage to act before you feel “ready.” Together, we explored: What influence really means and why it matters How to lead and create impact before you have the title Building trust with sceptical stakeholders and competing interests The role of networks and social capital in amplifying influence Prof Dr Ong Kian Ming is the Executive Director of RGE and an Adjunct Professor at Taylor’s University. Prior to this, he served as Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry (2018–2020) and was a two-term Member of Parliament. Today, he continues to advise businesses, industry bodies, and think tanks alongside his academic and executive roles. Zalina Jamaluddin is the Head of Decarbonisation at Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad. With over 20 years of experience across the private and public sectors, she has held senior roles at ExxonMobil and Talisman Energy, was a founding member and Vice President of the Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC), and currently serves as Vice Chairman of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). To everyone who joined us live at the Building Influence workshop  - thank you for showing up with such openness, curiosity, and energy. We’re truly grateful you chose to kick-start 2026 with us. And to those tuning in now, we hope this conversation sparks a reminder that influence doesn’t begin with a title; it begins with how you choose to show up, right where you are.

    43 min
  2. EP 93: Wrapped, Unfiltered: Our 2025 Reflection with Janice & Sarah-Ann

    22/12/2025

    EP 93: Wrapped, Unfiltered: Our 2025 Reflection with Janice & Sarah-Ann

    Before 2025 clocks out, we’re pulling up the chair (& our mics!) for a cozy, honest, no-filters reflection on the year that flew, stretched us, and quietly changed us in ways we didn’t see coming😌 In our final episode of Season 6 for the year 2025, we crack open the Year Compass and reflect about the highs that grounded us, the plot twists we didn’t sign up for, and the lessons we’re choosing to carry (and leave behind). We get into: 🌱 The moments of joy that kept us sane 💛 Navigating uncertainty, road bumps, and “what now?” seasons 🧠 Small wins, personal growth & protecting our mental wellbeing 🏃‍♀️ Discipline, resilience, and learning when to push vs. let go 🚦 Choosing peace and a more rested, intentional 2026 If this episode hits close to home, come reflect with us in person. We’re hosting an exclusive in-person workshop on Building Influence, designed for those who want to step into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and presence ✨ 🎟️ Early bird extended til 25/12 so save your spot for our in-person event here 👇🏻 https://luma.com/gikysqau 📘 Download the Year Compass here: https://yearcompass.com/ & tag us when you tune into this ep with your own reflections of 2025! CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: @actsplorethispodcast ✨Tiktok: @actsplorethispodcast ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    44 min
  3. EP 92: Lessons from Downing Street, Podcasting & the Future of Work with Jimmy McLoughlin OBE

    24/11/2025

    EP 92: Lessons from Downing Street, Podcasting & the Future of Work with Jimmy McLoughlin OBE

    Today, we speak to Jimmy McLoughlin OBE , former Special Advisor to the UK Prime Minister on business, technology and entrepreneurship. Jimmy now hosts Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, one of the UK’s top careers podcasts, and is the founder of Boxlight, a creative video agency. In this conversation, Jimmy shares his remarkable journey: from shaping business policy at No.10 to swapping Downing Street for diapers, becoming a stay-at-home dad, and eventually building a podcast that grew from a few hundred listeners to over 91k subscribers. We dive into:✨ What a day in the life of a Special Adviser to the Prime Minister actually looks like✨ The biggest leadership lessons from his years inside No.10✨ How he built a community and audience from the ground up✨ The future of jobs and the real impact of AI on the workforce✨ How Jimmy would approach building a career if he were starting today CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: Actsplore This Podcast 🎙 (@actsplorethispodcast) • Instagram photos and videos ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast - YouTube ✨Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02xWljGMOwQEyKWRFFvN3e?si=f869d84b31464d6b ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    44 min
  4. EP 91: Breaking Up With “Should” in Your Career with Julia Korn

    03/11/2025

    EP 91: Breaking Up With “Should” in Your Career with Julia Korn

    Julia Korn is an executive career coach and the founder of the Women’s Leadership Accelerator, a community dedicated to the growth of female leaders. A self-described recovering people-pleaser, Julia has reshaped the career coaching landscape, earning recognition as a Business Insider Most Innovative Career Coach.  She’s also a sought-after Forbes Contributor and was featured on global platforms such as BBC World News and Fox Business News, Her TEDx talk, Break Up With “Should” In Your Career, was named a TED Editors’ Pick of the Year.  In this episode, we talk about:   Why the word ‘Should’ can be toxic for ambitious professionals Pivoting with purpose and building a career that feels aligned and authentic  Turning off autopilot and how we can shift from passively living to actively choosing How to build a “personal board of directors to maximize career success  So if you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Is this really it?”,  this conversation might be the reminder you need that you’re so much more than your job title. Link to Julia’s TEDX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgrcyGWYYPE&t=44s Find out about the Women’s Leadership Accelerator: https://juliakorn.com/ CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: Actsplore This Podcast 🎙 (@actsplorethispodcast) • Instagram photos and videos ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast - YouTube ✨Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02xWljGMOwQEyKWRFFvN3e?si=f869d84b31464d6b ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    32 min
  5. EP 90 How To Build a Fulfilling Career with Frank Koo

    06/10/2025

    EP 90 How To Build a Fulfilling Career with Frank Koo

    Is meaning and fulfilment at work a universal need, or just a nice to have? In this episode, Frank Koo, Founder & CEO of Nextplay, joins us to explore what it really takes to design a career that feels both successful and significant. With a career spanning IBM, Oracle, Pearson, and most recently as Head of Asia of Talent & Learning Solutions at LinkedIn, Frank shares how he made the leap from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, and what he’s learned about purpose along the way. You’ll discover: Why purpose isn’t found overnight but built over timeHow Frank’s SPICE Model (Stimulation, Purpose, Income, Connection, Esteem) can help you find meaning in your workThe trade-offs between income and impact and how to navigate themPractical tips to future-proof your career at any stage Whether you’re a fresh graduate, a mid-career professional itching for change, or a seasoned leader redefining success, this episode will leave you rethinking what fulfilment at work truly means. CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: Actsplore This Podcast 🎙 (@actsplorethispodcast) • Instagram photos and videos ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast - YouTube ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    43 min
  6. EP 89: The Doors You Can Open: Sponsorship That Transforms Careers with Rosalind Chow

    22/09/2025

    EP 89: The Doors You Can Open: Sponsorship That Transforms Careers with Rosalind Chow

    We’ve all heard the career advice: “Find a mentor.” But here’s the twist. Mentorship alone won’t always get you the big opportunities. That’s where sponsorship comes in. In this episode, we sit down with Rosalind Chow, Associate Professor at Carnegie Mellon, to unpack what really makes sponsorship such a career game-changer. Rosalind walks us through: 🔠 The ABCDs of sponsorship—Amplify, Boost, Connect, Defend 📢 Why “good gossip” can supercharge your visibility 🎬 How a single story (hello, Sal Khan + Bill Gates) can change your trajectory 🏢 The subtle but critical ways sponsorship differs from mentorship 🚀 How you can actively cultivate sponsorship opportunities in your own career Whether you’re a rising professional looking to get noticed, or a leader hoping to lift others as you climb, this conversation will help you see sponsorship in a whole new light. 🎧 And stick around until the end: we’re giving away a signed copy of Rosalind’s book The Doors You Can Open to 3 Actsplore This Podcast listeners! CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: Actsplore This Podcast 🎙 (@actsplorethispodcast) • Instagram photos and videos ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast - YouTube ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    45 min
  7. EP 88: Why Boardroom Power Starts in the Bedroom (Jingjin Liu)

    31/08/2025

    EP 88: Why Boardroom Power Starts in the Bedroom (Jingjin Liu)

    What if confidence at work starts in the bedroom? In this provocative conversation, entrepreneur Jingjin Liu challenges the myths that women must be “likable” to lead. From becoming the “triple only” in a male-dominated German boardroom to launching Asia’s first sexual wellbeing hub, Jingjin shares how respect, not approval - fuels true influence. We explore the hidden cost of the good-girl script, why asking for what you need at home is a rehearsal for boardroom power, and how redefining success after burnout reshaped her mission. Jingjin Liu is a trailblazing entrepreneur driving women’s inclusion and social justice across Asia. Founder of The ELEVATE Group, she’s reshaping workplaces and leadership, building real opportunities for women at every level of society. A serial entrepreneur, she co-founded ASBO Drives (acquired in 2019) and launched ZaZaZu, Asia’s first sexual wellbeing hub. Watch Jingjin's Ted talk here: Want to be confident at work? start in the bedroom CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: Actsplore This Podcast 🎙 (@actsplorethispodcast) • Instagram photos and videos ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast - YouTube ✨Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02xWljGMOwQEyKWRFFvN3e?si=f869d84b31464d6b ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    38 min
  8. EP 87: Quietly Powerful: Redefining Leadership with Megumi Miki

    11/08/2025

    EP 87: Quietly Powerful: Redefining Leadership with Megumi Miki

    In a world that often celebrates the loudest voice in the room, what happens when you lead with quiet confidence instead? 💡 We discuss: ✨ Why being quiet doesn’t mean being invisible ✨ The dangers of overvaluing charisma in leadership ✨ Practical ways to grow influence without changing who you are ✨ The power of appreciating fully and adapting purposefully ✨ What organizations miss when they overlook quiet talent ✨ And how visibility can be reframed as service, not self-promotion RSVP Here: Actsplore This with Megumi Miki - Melbourne Edition (Community Meet Up) CONNECT WITH US HERE: ✨Instagram: Actsplore This Podcast 🎙 (@actsplorethispodcast) • Instagram photos and videos ✨Youtube: Actsplore This Podcast - YouTube ✨Apple Podcast: Actsplore This on Apple Podcasts ✨Email: actsplorethis@gmail.com ✨Buy us a coffee: ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actsplorethis

    43 min
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Actsplore This is a podcast for the modern day working professional. The show is hosted by Janice and Sarah-Ann, former lawyers who went on to do an MBA before pivoting careers. Each week, we pick the minds of inspiring guests who will bring you actionable insights on how you can thrive personally & professionally. From career insights, to personal development hacks, mental health chats and more, join us as we Actsplore how to create a more meaningful and fulfilled life!

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  • Creator
    Janice & Sarah-Ann
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    96
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    © Janice & Sarah-Ann
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