Empower Sounds Maahika Singh

On the final episode of the Empower Sounds podcast for Season One, we are joined by Farah Nanji, A DJ, Race-car Driver, podcast host, TED Speaker and Entrepreneur. On this episode we delve into each of Farah’s endeavours and learning all about the music, motorsport and business industries
Farah starts the episode by sharing her journey into the world of electronic music and becoming a DJ. She touches on how she chose her niche and infuses different genres into her sound, highlighting her method for finding music for her sets. Touching on healthy work boundaries she shares how she ensures that music continues to be a source of joy and not just work, learning to manage overwhelm, especially in a career such as DJ-ing which involves late nights, lots of traveling and several lifestyle demands which although can seem glamorous, are at times quite difficult. Developing on this, she stresses the importance of building good habits to ensure consistency, fulfilment and professional success.
Aside from being a DJ, Farah is further involved in the music industry as a lecturer at Point Blank University teaching marketing branding and fostering an entrepreneurial spirit in the next generation of DJ´s and musicians. She is also working in the creational team for the upcoming International Music Summit in Ibiza, a conference started over 15 years by Pete Tong, hosting artists who define the industry. With this role, Farah shares what her hopes are for the future of the industry and how it can make improvements to be more equitable, inclusive and sustainable as only 2% of music producers currently are female.
Claiming that “racing is my ying, and music is my yang” Farah shares her involvement in the motorsport industry as well and how being a racer driver has helped her push her limits and boundaries and grow as an individual. Due to her diagnosis of dyspraxia at age 15, Farah choose not to pursue racing as a professional athlete however started her company Regents Racing, a club which fosters a love for motorsport.
Touching more on Dyspraxia, Farah explains how although initially something that made her feel imposter syndrome , her disability is her superpower now. She explains her motivations for choosing to give a TED Talk about dyspraxia and her experience. Creating and curating her talk in 6 weeks whilst in 6 countries, Farah also shares her experience preparing and delivering a Ted Talk.
To combine her love for motorsport and music which her experience as a journalist and music producer, Farah also launched the podcast “Mission Makers” a global 2% podcast which dives into the mindset and misconceptions of the Music, Motorsport industries. She talks through her process of creating the podcast which involved 10 months of planning and preparation before it launched and how it has gone on to have guests at the top of each field including Carl Cox, Deepak Chopra and Sanjay Nandi
Some of the key themes and takeaways of todays conversation include:
combining your passions and creating a career you lovethe process of creating and delivering a tedtalkthe process of launching a podcast overcoming adversity and obstacles of disability insight into the music industryaccessibility issues in the motorsport industry Believing in yourself and not cracking under pressure.
Follow Farah at @dj.n1nja
Follow Mission Makers @missionmakers
https://www.mission-makers.com
Learn more about the International Music Summit @internationalmusicsummit

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On todays episode of The Empower Sounds podcast we are joined by Aspen Bollinger who shares everything you need to know about being a digital nomad.
Aspen starts by sharing why she decided to move abroad and how she made that possible, highlighting how she was able to negotiate working remotely and living abroad with her company .
She also shares how she made friends in a new city despite not knowing anyone, providing advice for others looking to branch out and create new friendships, referencing the tools and mindsets she used to meet new people.
Alongside talking about the benefits of flexibility aspen discusses the difficulties of working and living abroad. This including work related issues but combatting feelings of homesickness and the discomfort of everything being unfamiliar. She also discusses possible ways to overcome these difficulties and avoid burnout.
Aspen also talks about her side hustle as a freelance graphic designer, she shares the story of starting her own company and how she up-skilled herself whilst finding and nurturing her passion. She delves into this theme further by outlining how she grew a client base and managed to scale her business going from earning $8 to $55 hours on average.
Some of the key themes and takeaways of todays conversation include:
Stepping out of your comfort zone and making things you want come to fruition How to negotiate the terms you want with your employerMaking friends in a new cityHow to overcome homesickness and feeling lonely How to start and grow your side hustle
Follow Aspen: @aspen_bollinger @aspen_jade_designs

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On todays episode of the Empower Sounds Podcast we are joined by Char, model signed by Boundary London.
Char details her journey into the modelling industry and how she started as a student whilst at the University College London. She shares her journey of submitting pictures to various agencies, providing advice on not only how to get signed but the best mindsets to have when getting into modelling.
Alongside sharing her start into modelling, Char provides detail into the differences between the types of agencies a model can work with and her how she changed several times before finding the right fit for her. Whilst talking about agencies, she guides us through how to communicate with your agents and clients to ensure your boundaries are respected and that you are in situations that feel safe and pleasant. 
Touching on this theme, Char shares the realities of diet culture in the modelling industry and how she manages to avoid the pressures of the beauty standards, providing us with her rules and rituals for taking care of herself physically and mentally. She elaborates on this by talking about the mindsets of detachment and other mentalities which have propelled her success in the industry.
Alongside talking about her journey, char shares her lifestyle as a model, from what days are like on set, at shoots and even on international modelling trips. She provides the listeners with her top tips for castings, shoots, runways and other advice she has learned during her years as a modelling on how to stay true to yourself and succeed.
Some of the key themes and takeaways of todays conversation include:
How to succeed in the modelling industryHow to not feel pressured to changeTaking care of yourself physically and mentallyFinding joy in your workNavigating the pressures of diet culture and impossible beauty standards How to ensure your happiness , safety and peace is ensured through good boundaries with others and yourself
Tune in to learn more and listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and all other major streaming platforms.
Follow Char @grazoba
To work with char contact @boundarylondon

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On todays Episode of the Empower Sounds Podcast we are joined by Mirabelle Waters, a model scout who has worked with several prestigious clients include Burberry. Mirabelle shines light on the modelling industry and the work of a scout, a crucial role in the world of fashion.
She stars by sharing her journey into the world of scouting and how she started in this role. After highlighting the steps that she took to get to where she is today she details the scouting process and how she finds models for brands and agencies.
Aside from revealing her process , Mirabelle shares what she searches for when looking for a model both in regards to physical attributes but also personality, providing useful advice for those looking to get into modelling.
Whilst talking about her process, She shares some success stories of her models including how one of the first models she scouted , ended up with 5 agency meetings and a campaign for Coca Cola.
Although there have been several success stories in Mirabelle’s career she also points out the challenges of rejection, both when she gets rejected by prospective models and when models find it difficult to get signed. She provides essential advice for navigating this rejection and the tools she uses to unwind and recharge after a bad day.
Despite rejection being a large part of modelling, scouting and the fashion industry in general, Mirabelle shares how the social media has allowed increased diversity, inclusion and opportunities for both scouts and models to advance their ambitions. furthering this idea she advises how to utilise this to maximise your opportunities to make it in the fashion industry 
Some of the key themes and takeaways of todays conversation include:
How to become a model scoutSeizing opportunities and saying yes Working with your dream brandsHow to deal with rejectionThe best way to recover from a bad day How to believe in yourself and your visionThe realities of the modelling industry and how it is changing
Follow Mirabelle @bellemodelscout

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On todays episode of the Empower Sounds podcast we are joined by Annabelle Barton, founder and designer of Size A, a luxury petite clothes wear brand which has been worn by artists including Chris Brown.
Annabelle starts the Interview by sharing her journey into the fashion industry and where the inspiration for Size A came from. She details her journey at the Jimmy Choo Academy where she learnt how design , create the clothes and handle the entrepreneurial and business aspects of starting her own business. highlighting her main learnings and challenges whilst at JCA, Annabelle provides insight and advice for those looking to get into the fashion industry emphasising the importance of things such as interning experience and establishing your niche.
Alongside sharing her journey as a designer, she shares her design philosophy of created clothes that she count find in the shop , creating something true to herself, her style and her body shape. She elaborates how the designs include elements from her Irish heritage- an additional personalising factor in her works. She elaborates on this by highlighting her brand values of creativity, individuality, luxury and sustainability detailing how each of these themes are incorporated into her designs and brand.
Due to her strong brand values and impressive designs, Size A has received attention from international artists including Chris Brown, who wore Size A garments on his recent Tour. Annabelle shares the behind the scenes of this collaboration and how it came about, she also details her emotions of witnessing Chris wearing her garments and what it was like watching him in concert. She also highlights future upcoming collaborations and who she wants to work with
Some of the key themes and takeaways of todays conversation include:
Learning how to start a brand and companyThe importance of interning and getting experience in the industry you want to work inThe value of having a nicheHow to create a cohesive brand How to make sure your brand reflects your values and personality How to get dream collaborationsSustainability in the fashion industry
Follow Annabelle at @annabellebart0n 
Follow Size A at @size_a
https://www.notjustalabel.com/size#:~:text=Size%2DA%20was%20established%20in,to%20instantly%20fit%20petite%20women.

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On todays episode of the Empower Sounds Podcast we are joined by Alessia Sutherberry. Alessia makes videos on YouTube to help women manage their mental health, navigate their friendships and relationships as well as just generally level- up their lives through grounding practices such as meditation, affirmations and visualisations.
In todays conversation Alessia shares how she got started creating content and her motivations for growing her community. She also details why she narrowed her niche to self-care and personal development, and what inspired her to focus specifically on the topic of self-improvement and mental health. Alongside highlighting her motivations behind her work Alessia shares her long-term goals in terms of promoting mental health and wellbeing for her community, and what she wants to do in the future.
One of the main themes of todays discussion is friendship, Alessia relates the importance of having a circle of people who believe in you, and how her YouTube channel helped her prioritise the right people in her life.`She talks about how starting her channel led to the ending of certain friendships and shares how people struggling with friendship can friendship break ships and losing old relationships whilst remaining unapologetic and not getting swept up in criticism or doubt.
As well as managing platonic relationships, Alessia shares how to empower yourself within romantic relationships, how to deal with insecurities and how to prioritise what you want to do in a relationship. She also relays how to navigate conflict in a way that is suitable to your relationship without feeling guilt or shame. Touching on the idea of emotional avoidance, Alessia dresses how to show up in conflict and in relationships in general from a place of safety, security and self worth.
Alongside the theme of relationship, Alessia touches on the importance of affirmation in shifting your mindset to a positive one. She explains how the value of positive affirmation alongside detailing other practices which allow her to show up as a more peaceful and grounded version of herself.
Some of the key themes and takeaways of todays conversation include:
Practices to ensure good mental healthHow to deal with friendship break ups How to decanter men(or romantic partners in general) and centre yourselfHow to stay true to yourself in the face of criticismThe importance of affirmationsHow to stay consistent on your passions and projectsHow to have conversations about feminism Tune in to learn more and listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and all other major streaming platforms.
Follow Alessia at @alessiasutherberry on instagram
Watch Alessia’s videos https://www.youtube.com/@alessiasutherberry

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