RELENTLESS: Life On Your Terms

Chris Christofi

A podcast by people who make a difference, with people who are the difference. Listen to how incredible people live life on their terms. Chris Christofi, entrepreneur, is the brain-child behind this brilliant podcast. He talks to multiple World Champions, CEOs of major property development companies, brand innovators and unexpected entrepreneurs about their journey listening to their mindset, their gratitude and their unceasing intensity to get to the top. Chris pays it forward unveiling the secrets to their success to ensure listeners learn from the best. If you want to level up your inner game, watch Relentless on YouTube or listen wherever you listen to your podcasts. 

  1. Relentless - S07:E25 - Episode 139 - Emmaline Parry

    APR 8

    Relentless - S07:E25 - Episode 139 - Emmaline Parry

    Dealing with people’s lives Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN From corporate leadership to building aligned, purpose-driven businesses on her own terms. The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies clarity, resilience and conscious entrepreneurship — Emmaline Parry. Emmaline is the Director & Co-Founder of Mirrored Horizons and StayAligned — two ventures focused on helping individuals and organisations create alignment between who they are and how they operate. Through her journey, Emmaline is: 🧠 Guiding leaders to align business strategy with personal values 🚀 Building businesses that prioritise clarity, purpose and sustainable growth 💡 Helping individuals unlock performance through mindset and self-awareness ⚖️ Challenging the traditional “hustle at all costs” approach to success But what truly stands out is *how* she got here. Her career began in the corporate world — gaining deep experience in leadership, structure and performance. But along the way, she recognised something many professionals feel but struggle to articulate: Success on paper doesn’t always equal fulfilment in reality. That realisation became the catalyst for change. What followed was a transition into entrepreneurship — not just to build businesses, but to build them *differently*. With intention. With alignment. And with a clear understanding that long-term success comes from within, not just external outcomes. In this episode, we explore: 🔥 The shift from corporate success to purpose-driven entrepreneurship 🧭 What “alignment” really means in business and life 💡 Why self-awareness is a competitive advantage ⚡ How to build a business that actually supports your life — not consumes it This is a conversation for founders, leaders and anyone questioning whether the path they’re on truly reflects what they want. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms #RelentlessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Mindset #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    36 min
  2. Relentless - S07:E24 - Episode 138 - Heleena Alatsas

    APR 1

    Relentless - S07:E24 - Episode 138 - Heleena Alatsas

    From family kitchens to building multiple businesses on her own terms. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies resilience, adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking — Heleena Alatsas. Heleena is the driving force behind Bahari and the founder of Gringlish.co and Phlavour — three ventures built on passion, creativity and a deep understanding of people. Through her journey, Heleena is: 🍽️ Building standout hospitality experiences in one of the world’s most competitive food cities 🚀 Scaling a catering business that’s become part of life’s biggest moments for clients 🧠 Applying marketing and business strategy across industries ⚡ Leading with adaptability — especially when it matters most But what truly stands out is how it all started. At just 14, she was already working in her family’s hospitality business — learning the ropes from the ground up. By her early 20s, she was managing large-scale venues, juggling multiple jobs, and developing the ability to think on her feet, solve problems fast and stay calm under pressure. No shortcuts. Just real experience. What followed was a journey through marketing, working across major global brands — before taking the leap into building her own ventures. And then came one of the toughest tests. When COVID hit, the hospitality industry was brought to a standstill. Within just 4 days, Heleena and her team completely pivoted their business model — transforming a dine-in restaurant into a fully operational takeaway and delivery business across multiple platforms. No roadmap. No guarantees. Just execution. In this episode, we explore: 🔥 The power of starting young and learning by doing 💡 Why adaptability is one of the most valuable business skills 🧭 How marketing and hospitality skills translate across industries ❤️ Building businesses that balance ambition with lifestyle One of the most powerful takeaways: “If you’ve got options, you’re okay. Stay calm, work through them — there’s always a solution.” This is a conversation for founders, operators and anyone navigating uncertainty while building something meaningful. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms #RelentlessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #Hospitality #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #BusinessGrowth #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    32 min
  3. Relentless - S07:E23 - Episode 137 - Peter Panayiotou

    MAR 25

    Relentless - S07:E23 - Episode 137 - Peter Panayiotou

    From selling cars to becoming the best in Europe. Filmed in London 🇬🇧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies discipline, consistency and elite performance — Peter Panayiotou. Peter’s journey started on the showroom floor at Toyota. No shortcuts. No special treatment. Just a relentless commitment to mastering his craft. Within just a few years, he became the #1 salesperson — not only in the UK, but across all of Europe. So what separated him from everyone else? In this episode, we break it down: 🚗 The fundamentals of sales that actually drive results ❌ The strategies that most salespeople get wrong 🤝 Why a genuine, client-first approach will always outperform pressure tactics 🧠 How consistency beats talent when talent doesn’t execute But the biggest lesson? Sales isn’t about convincing people. It’s about serving them. Understanding their needs. Acting in their best interest. Building trust that lasts beyond the transaction. That’s what creates not just results — but longevity. This is a conversation for anyone in sales, business, or leadership who wants to perform at a higher level without compromising integrity. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms #RelentlessPodcast #Sales #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #HighPerformance #ClientFirst #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    43 min
  4. Relentless - S07:E22 - Episode 136 - Marianne Marchesi

    MAR 17

    Relentless - S07:E22 - Episode 136 - Marianne Marchesi

    From burnout to building a business on her own terms. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies courage, conviction and modern leadership — Marianne Marchesi. Marianne is the Founder of Legalite, a firm she built from the ground up with a clear mission: challenge the traditional legal model and create something better — for both clients and her team. Through her work, Marianne is: ⚖️ Redefining the legal experience beyond billable hours 🤝 Building genuine, transparent client relationships 🧠 Leading with empathy while making strong business decisions 📈 Growing a business grounded in purpose and innovation But what truly stands out is how it all started. After nearly a decade in traditional legal practice, Marianne reached a breaking point — burnt out, anxious, and disillusioned with a system that prioritised time over trust. So in 2017, she made a decision. With just $5,000 and a desk in her spare bedroom, she started her own firm. No guarantees. No safety net. What happened next? Within months, the business was growing. Within three months, she hired her first team member. By the end of the year, she had doubled her income. In this episode, we explore: 🔥 The courage to walk away from a broken system 💡 Why trusting your gut instinct is a business superpower 🧭 Building confidence through execution, not theory ❤️ Creating impact through initiatives like The Giving Project One of the most powerful takeaways: Your instinct is often right — but success comes from having the courage to act on it. This is a conversation for founders, professionals and anyone ready to back themselves and build something meaningful. 🎧 Now live on *Relentless: Life On Your Terms* #RelentlessPodcast #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness #StartupJourney #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    32 min
  5. Relentless - S07:E21 - Episode 135 - Michael Antoniades

    MAR 10

    Relentless - S07:E21 - Episode 135 - Michael Antoniades

    From discipline to altitude. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN Filmed in Cyprus. The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies strategic precision, global perspective and long-term vision — Michael Antoniades. Michael is the Chairman at  KPMG Cyprus, operating at the highest levels of advisory and professional services. Over the course of his career, he has built a reputation grounded in discipline, technical excellence and steady leadership in complex environments. Through his work, Michael is: 📊 Advising businesses with clarity and commercial insight 🌍 Navigating international markets with strategic foresight 🧠 Leading high-performance teams in a demanding profession 📈 Building a career defined by consistency, credibility and results But what truly stands out is his journey. As a young man, Michael wanted to become a pilot. Aviation inspired him. Freedom. Altitude. Adventure. His father, however, encouraged him to pursue accounting — something that initially felt structured, technical… even boring. What he couldn’t see at the time was that mastering a disciplined craft would give him exactly what he was chasing: freedom. Today, accounting has provided him the platform to build a successful career, create security for his family and — in a full circle moment — enjoy flying as a leisure pursuit, on his own terms. In this episode, we explore: 🔥 The power of delayed gratification 💡 Why discipline often precedes freedom 🧭 Building a career that creates options ✈️ Turning childhood ambition into adult reality This conversation is powerful for professionals, business leaders and anyone navigating the tension between passion and practicality. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms #RelentlessPodcast #Leadership #Discipline #LongTermThinking #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    16 min
  6. Relentless - S07:E20 - Episode 134 - Michelle Hext

    MAR 4

    Relentless - S07:E20 - Episode 134 - Michelle Hext

    Unlock your coaching niche  Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies courage in conversation, resilience in leadership and a deep commitment to helping others rise — Michelle Hext. Michelle is a highly respected executive coach, speaker and founder of Michelle Hext Pty Ltd, working with leaders and teams to unlock clarity, confidence and authentic influence. Her work sits at the intersection of communication, self-leadership and personal transformation. Through her work, Michelle is: 🎤 Helping leaders find and own their voice with confidence 🧠 Coaching individuals to break through self-doubt and limiting beliefs 🤝 Equipping teams with the tools to communicate with impact 📈 Guiding professionals to lead with authenticity, not ego But what truly stands out is her conviction. Confidence isn’t noise. Leadership isn’t title. Impact isn’t accidental. Michelle has built her career on the belief that when you strengthen the person behind the role, performance follows. In this episode, we explore: 🔥 Building unshakable self-belief 💡 The link between communication and leadership presence 🧭 Doing the inner work required to lead at a higher level 🎯 Creating influence without compromising authenticity This conversation is powerful for leaders, entrepreneurs and anyone ready to elevate how they show up — in business and in life. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms #RelentlessPodcast #Leadership #Communication #PersonalGrowth #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    29 min
  7. FEB 25

    Relentless - S07:E19 - Episode 133 - Lindsay Kotzman

    Work for your clients, not just yourself Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who embodies discipline in practice, strength in advocacy and unwavering professional integrity — Lindsay Kotzman, Principal at P&B Law. Lindsay is a respected legal practitioner who has built his career on clarity, precision and standing firm when it matters most. As a leader within P&B Law, he works at the frontline of complex legal matters, guiding clients through high-stakes situations with both strategic thinking and steady resolve. Through his work, Lindsay is: ⚖️ Advocating fiercely for his clients while maintaining the highest professional standards 🧠 Navigating complex legal landscapes with clarity and confidence 🤝 Leading with integrity in moments that demand composure and conviction 📈 Building a reputation grounded in trust, preparation and results But what truly stands out is his mindset. Law can be adversarial. Business can be relentless. Pressure is constant. Lindsay has built a career not just on expertise — but on resilience, discipline and the courage to hold the line when it counts. In this episode, we explore: 🔥 Performing under pressure in high-stakes environments 💡 The discipline required to master your craft over time ⚖️ Leadership inside professional services 🧭 Staying anchored to your values in challenging moments This conversation is powerful for leaders, professionals and anyone operating in environments where standards are high and expectations are even higher. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms #RelentlessPodcast #Leadership #ProfessionalExcellence #Resilience #LifeOnYourTerms Message us

    29 min
  8. Relentless - S07:E18 - Episode 132 - Mia Molesworth

    FEB 19

    Relentless - S07:E18 - Episode 132 - Mia Molesworth

    Finding the Love Touch Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkuXaD7_0JPNzYKMuIaMeZxA-F16YgzN The latest episode of Relentless: Life On Your Terms features a guest who exemplifies clarity in communication, courage in advocacy and purpose-driven entrepreneurship — Mia Molesworth (née Vicary at the time of filming), Founder of Media in Action. Mia is a media strategist and advocate who has built her career at the intersection of storytelling, social impact and bold leadership — helping individuals and organisations step into the spotlight with confidence and conviction. Through Media in Action, Mia is: 🎙 Empowering voices that deserve to be heard — especially in the social impact space 📣 Helping leaders communicate with clarity, authenticity and purpose 🧠 Bridging the gap between media opportunity and real-world impact 🌏 Using strategic storytelling to influence conversation and drive change But what really stands out is Mia’s willingness to back herself — to evolve, pivot and build something aligned with her values, not just market demand. In this episode, we explore: 🎥 Building influence through intentional media strategy 💡 The power of owning your narrative in business and life 🔥 Backing yourself when the path isn’t conventional 🤝 Turning visibility into meaningful impact This conversation is packed with insight for founders, leaders and anyone looking to amplify their message without losing their authenticity. 🎧 Now live on Relentless: Life On Your Terms Message us

    35 min

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A podcast by people who make a difference, with people who are the difference. Listen to how incredible people live life on their terms. Chris Christofi, entrepreneur, is the brain-child behind this brilliant podcast. He talks to multiple World Champions, CEOs of major property development companies, brand innovators and unexpected entrepreneurs about their journey listening to their mindset, their gratitude and their unceasing intensity to get to the top. Chris pays it forward unveiling the secrets to their success to ensure listeners learn from the best. If you want to level up your inner game, watch Relentless on YouTube or listen wherever you listen to your podcasts.