Rise and Tell with Sheekha

Sheekha Singh

Welcome to Rise and Tell with Sheekha, a space where real people share real stories that inspire growth. Each episode dives deep into journeys of transformation, resilience, and success—unearthing lessons that spark inspiration in us all. Join Sheekha Singh as she connects with storytellers, and visionaries to explore their unique paths and uncover what it means to truly rise above challenges and tell your story. Whether you're seeking motivation, guidance, or just an uplifting story to brighten your day, this podcast is for you. Tune in weekly to rise together & create an empowered world.

  1. APR 15

    64. She Lost Everything Overnight… Then Rebuilt Her Life From Nothing

    Have you ever had your entire world fall apart, and wondered if you could ever dream again? 💔✨ In this powerful episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha, advanced meditator and author Chanoa Inez (Dream On: How to Create the New Life of Your Dreams After Upheaval or Loss) opens up about losing her partner suddenly in her 20s, struggling with grief and chronic health issues for over a decade, and how she finally discovered the self-love foundation that changed everything. If you're going through loss, upheaval, or just feeling stuck, this conversation will show you that it's never too late to reconnect to joy and start dreaming big again. 👉 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ How unresolved grief silently shrinks your dreams and your identity ✅ Why reconnecting to joy after loss starts with self-love, not strategy ✅ The powerful "Pretend Your Friend" exercise to break free from self-blame ✅ How to dream big again after upheaval, even when life feels impossible ✅ Why your personal brand's magnetic power comes from within, not your social media templates ✅ What it really means to let go of your titles and reconnect to who you truly are Chanoa's journey, from grief and a victim mindset to becoming an advanced meditator, author, and personal brand coach, is proof that healing after loss is possible and that the life of your dreams is still waiting for you on the other side. Whether you've lost a loved one, gone through a painful breakup, a job layoff, or any major life upheaval, Chanoa's story and practical tools will help you stop shrinking and start living on purpose. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more powerful conversations with authors, healers, and changemakers who've turned their pain into purpose. 📚 Find Chanoa's book Dream On on Amazon, Audible, & Apple Books 🌐 Learn more about her Magnetize Your Personal Brand program at chanoainez.com 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST Rise & Tell with Sheekha is where real stories meet personal growth. Host Sheekha Singh, author of Unburnable Ambition, talks to creatives, healers, entrepreneurs, and changemakers about the moments that changed everything. From grief to glory, from burnout to breakthroughs, this is where transformation lives. #riseandtellwithsheekha #chanoainez #dreamonbook #healingafterloss #reconnecttojoy

    26 min
  2. APR 6

    63. From Employee to CEO: The Mindset Shift No One Prepares You For

    What does it really take to leave a 9-to-5 and build a business that actually works for you? 🌟 In this episode of Rise & Tell, Joanna Zhang, award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Operation Genius, opens up about her journey from financial planner to business owner and everything in between. From burnout to breakthroughs, Joanna gets real about the mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to make when stepping out of the workforce and into their own vision. 👉 What you'll learn in this episode:✅ The biggest mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur✅ How to recognize and overcome burnout as a business owner✅ Why energy management beats time management every single time✅ How to scale a one-person business using a fractional team model✅ The role of inner drive and spiritual alignment in building a business that lasts Joanna's story is proof that when your intention aligns with your soul's purpose, everything shifts. She went from seeing clients as transactions to building a business rooted in unconditional love and service, and that's when the magic happened. If you're a solopreneur, side hustler, or entrepreneur feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure of your next move, this conversation is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations with founders, leaders, and changemakers who are rising and sharing their gifts with the world. ABOUT THE PODCASTRise & Tell is where real stories meet personal growth. We talk to creatives, founders, and changemakers about the moments that changed everything. #riseandtell #entrepreneurmindset #businessgrowth #fromemployeetoentrepreneur #burnoutrecovery

    31 min
  3. MAR 31

    62. Why Networking Feels Fake (And What Actually Works)

    Are you networking or are you actually connecting? 🌍✨ In this episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha, David Homan, CEO and founder of Orchestrated Connecting, breaks down why most people are doing networking wrong and what it actually takes to build real connections that last. David is a published author, classical composer, startup founder, and one of the most genuine super connectors in the world. His book Orchestrating Connection is a full playbook on intentional, purposeful community building and it will change the way you show up in every room. 👉 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ Why curiosity and vulnerability are the two most powerful tools to build real connections ✅ How to stop networking with an agenda and start connecting with purpose ✅ The mindset shift that helped David build a global network across 187 cities and 35 countries ✅ One practical action you can take TODAY to strengthen your relationships ✅ How diversity in your network unlocks opportunities most people never see If you've been going to events, handing out cards, and wondering why nothing sticks, this conversation is for you. David teaches you how to build real connections that actually go somewhere. 🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations with founders, authors, and changemakers who are doing things differently. 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST Rise & Tell is where real stories meet real growth. Sheekha talks to creatives, founders, and change makers about the moments that changed everything. #riseandtellwithsheekha #davidhoman #orchestratedconnecting #networkingtips #buildingconnections

    35 min
  4. MAR 17

    61: How Clarity, Confidence and Curiosity Can Transform Your Career Growth with Carlee Wolf

    Are you chasing a title or actually building a career that means something? 🌍✨ In this episode of Rise & Tell with Shikha, strategist, coach, and talent leader Carly Wolf joins us for a conversation that is anything but fluff. With over 20 years in HR, culture, and leadership development at global brands like Under Armour and Hyatt Hotels, plus her work coaching high-performance volleyball athletes, Carly brings a perspective that bridges the corporate world and elite sports in the most refreshing way. We talked about what it really takes to grow, lead, and show up fully, no matter what stage you are at. 👉 What you will learn in this episode: ✅ Why curiosity is the most underrated skill in career growth and how to use it as an adult ✅ Carly's powerful 3 C's framework: Clarity, Confidence, and Curiosity, and how it applies to careers, leadership, and life transitions ✅ How to go from saying yes to actually figuring out the next step when you are starting from a blank page ✅ What elite sports can teach corporate leaders about feedback, talent selection, and building strong teams ✅ Why chasing a title without purpose will cost you the promotion you are working toward ✅ Practical networking tips for anyone who has moved cities, changed industries, or joined a new workplace ✅ How to turn difficult feedback into purposeful feedback that serves both the individual and the team If you have ever felt stuck between where you are and where you want to go, or wondered how to lead and grow with more intention, this conversation will give you real tools to take that next step. 🔔 Subscribe for more powerful conversations with coaches, leaders, and changemakers who are rewriting what growth looks like. 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST Rise & Tell with Sheekha is where real stories meet career growth and personal development. Hosted by author Shikha Singh, each episode is a deep dive into the strategies, mindsets, and turning points that help people lead better, live bolder, and build something that matters. 📖 Sheekha's new book Unburnable Ambition: How Overachievers Win Without Burning Out is now available. Sign up at sheekhasingh.com/unburnableambition #riseandtellwithshikha #carlywolf #careergrowthtips

    32 min
  5. MAR 9

    60: Uncomplicated Leadership: The 5 C's to Lead Without Burnout

    Are you leading your team or just managing chaos? 🔥💼 In this episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha, leadership consultant and keynote speaker Julia C. Rock breaks down why uncomplicated leadership is the game-changer your workplace needs. From building real connections in remote teams to leading with confidence (not just competence), Julia shares the exact framework she uses to transform managers into truly effective leaders. 👉 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ The 5 C's of uncomplicated leadership: Clarity, Consistency, Connection, Courage & Celebration ✅ How to build deep team connection in a remote work environment ✅ Why leadership confidence matters more than having all the answers ✅ How vulnerability and transparency build unshakeable team trust ✅ The real root causes of burnout for high achievers, and how to break free ✅ How to handle difficult team members and give feedback that actually lands ✅ A sneak peek into Julia's upcoming book Uncomplicated Leadership (May 2026) If you've ever felt overwhelmed as a leader, struggled with burnout for high achievers, or wondered how to connect with your team on a deeper level, this conversation will completely shift how you show up. Julia's philosophy is simple: uncomplicated leadership isn't about complicated frameworks. It's about doing a few human things really, really well. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more powerful conversations with leaders, coaches, and changemakers who are redefining what success looks like. 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST Rise & Tell with Sheekha is where real stories meet personal growth. Sheekha Singh, author of Unburnable Ambition, talks to executives, coaches, and change-makers about the moments that changed everything. 📖 Pre-order Unburnable Ambition: sheekhasingh.com/unburnableambition #riseandtellwithsheekha #juliarock #uncomplicatedleadership #leadershipcoach #burnoutrecovery

    37 min
  6. MAR 2

    59: How to Build a Confident Executive Image: Image Consulting, Body Language & Leadership Presence

    Are you showing up as the leader you truly are, or is your image holding you back? 👔✨ In this episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha, certified image consultant and executive coach Katherine Lazaruk (LZRK Consulting) breaks down the powerful connection between your executive image, leadership presence, and personal identity. From a divine career pivot after a lung tumor diagnosis to becoming one of Canada's top image consulting professionals, Katherine's journey is nothing short of extraordinary — and her insights will change the way you see yourself. 👉 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ What image consulting really is (and why it's NOT just about fashion) ✅ The 3 C's Framework: Character, Congruence & Choice, to build an authentic executive image ✅ Why your clothing and appearance matter for leadership presence and career growth ✅ How negative self-talk and body image affect your confidence at work ✅ The "Notice & Name" strategy to break self-sabotaging patterns ✅ Somatic and nervous system tools to rewire limiting beliefs ✅ Why image consulting and executive coaching both come down to one thing: identity Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, building your brand, or simply trying to show up more confidently, this episode gives you practical tools to align your image, behavior, and communication, so you can lead like a rockstar. 🎤 If you've ever wondered why first impressions, executive image, and leadership presence matter so much, this conversation with Katherine Lazaruk will be your wake-up call. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more powerful conversations with leaders, coaches, and changemakers. 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST Rise & Tell with Sheekha is where real stories meet personal growth. Each episode, I sit down with creatives, founders, executives, and changemakers to explore the moments and mindset shifts that changed everything. 🌐 Connect with Katherine: lzrkconsulting.com #riseandtellwithsheekha #katherinelazaruk #imageconsulting #executiveimage #leadershipdevelopment

    36 min
  7. FEB 23

    58: What's Your Animal Personality Type? Eric Gee Reveals How It Shapes Your Career & Relationships

    What if the key to better relationships, a fulfilling career, and deeper self-awareness was simply knowing your personality type? 🐾 In this episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha, I sit down with Eric Gee, author of The Power of Personality and the man who has typed over 50,000 people. Eric breaks down his one-of-a-kind animal personality type system and shows us exactly how our personality shapes the way we work, love, communicate, and grow. And yes, he even figures out MY personality type live on the episode. 👀 👉 Here's what we get into: ✅ How Eric went from screenwriting to building his own personality typing methodology ✅ The 4 animal personality types and what each one says about how you show up in life ✅ Why knowing your animal personality type can change how you parent, teach, lead, and connect ✅ The one question to ask yourself when you clash with someone is it a personality difference or a character flaw? ✅ Real, practical tips for dealing with difficult personalities at work or at home ✅ How to find out your own animal personality type for free If you've ever felt misunderstood, struggled to connect with certain people, or just wondered why you tick the way you do, this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha. 📖 Take Eric's free personality type test at utopiaproject.com and grab his book The Power of Personality for a deeper dive. 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST Rise & Tell with Sheekha is where honest conversations meet real growth. I'm Sheekha Singh — author of Unburnable Ambition — and every week I sit down with experts, leaders, and everyday changemakers to talk about the moments and mindsets that shape us. 📌 Get my book Unburnable Ambition at sheekhasingh.com #riseandtellwithsheekha #personalitytype #animalpersonalitytype #ericg

    33 min
  8. FEB 16

    57: Small Steps, Big Results: Dr. Christiana Schroeter on Petite Practice for Entrepreneurs

    Are you burned out from trying to do everything at once? 🌟 In this episode of Rise & Tell with Sheekha, Dr. Christiana Schroeter, TEDx speaker, professor, and business coach, reveals how small steps can create massive transformation in your business and wellness journey. Her revolutionary Petite Practice framework proves you don't need drastic changes to achieve extraordinary results. Dr. Christiana shares her journey from health economics researcher to multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, all while being a mom of two. Learn how small steps transformed her life and the lives of her clients through sustainable, organic business growth without burnout. 👉 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ The Petite Practice framework: how small steps compound into life-changing results ✅ Why wellness and business success are inseparable for entrepreneurs ✅ How to avoid burnout while growing multiple income streams ✅ The mindset shift from "I have to" to "I get to"—reframing sacrifice as opportunity ✅ Real research: How cutting ONE soda daily creates significant weight loss over time ✅ Why drastic changes fail, and small steps create lasting momentum ✅ How to be a role model for your kids and students while building your empire If you're an entrepreneur, coach, or creative juggling multiple roles and feeling stretched thin, this conversation will show you there's a better way. You don't have to choose between success and sanity; you can have both through strategic small steps. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more powerful conversations with entrepreneurs, authors, and changemakers who are redefining success. CONNECT WITH DR. CHRISTIANA SCHROETER: 📺 Watch her TEDx Talk (she responds to every comment!) 📚 Check out her bestselling books on wellness and entrepreneurship ABOUT SHEEKHA SINGH: 📖 Author of Unburnable Ambition: How Overachievers Win Without Burning Out 🎙️ Host of Rise & Tell: where real stories meet personal growth 🌐 Visit: SheekhaSingh.com/unburnableambition

    30 min
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Welcome to Rise and Tell with Sheekha, a space where real people share real stories that inspire growth. Each episode dives deep into journeys of transformation, resilience, and success—unearthing lessons that spark inspiration in us all. Join Sheekha Singh as she connects with storytellers, and visionaries to explore their unique paths and uncover what it means to truly rise above challenges and tell your story. Whether you're seeking motivation, guidance, or just an uplifting story to brighten your day, this podcast is for you. Tune in weekly to rise together & create an empowered world.