When We Pause

Charles Achampong
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Welcome to When We Pause, hosted by Charles Achampong. Charles is a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, and leadership strategist who helps high-performing leaders respond with intention rather than react on autopilot. This show is an invitation to pause in a world that rewards speed. Each episode features thoughtful conversations with leaders and change-makers who’ve learned that clarity does not come from doing more, but from pausing with intention before the next decision. It’s about choosing clarity before action. It’s a different way of leading, living, and making decisions. This is When We Pause

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    03 | Kristine Beese – The Truth About Women and Money No One Talks About

    Ever wondered why so many women and couples feel lost or judged about their finances, even after decades of hard work and achievement? In this emotionally honest episode, Charles Achampong sits down with Untangle Money founder Kristine Beese, a gifted entrepreneur and former figure skater, for a conversation that dismantles old taboos and reveals what’s really holding women back from financial independence. From dropping out of high school for Olympic dreams, to fighting systemic money myths and pioneering accessible planning for millions, Kristine Beese shares the raw truth behind each life pivot and how genuine support can fuel resilience. Get ready for stories that blend joy, struggle, and practical breakthroughs in a world that often expects women to settle. Listen now to break free from outdated “rules” and quiet excuses. If you skip this episode, you risk staying stuck in cycles of overwhelm, comparison, and missed opportunities. This exclusive insight can save you years. Don’t wait to reclaim your story and your money! Timestamped Highlights[00:01] – Halloween costumes, chaos, and the first real-life meeting: Ruth Bader Ginsburg vs. Blue Jay [01:36] – “I dropped out of high school to chase the Olympics”—how unconventional paths shape confidence [04:11] – The death spiral: What elite figure skating teaches about pressure and pivots that business never does [07:21] – When your gut whispers “move on” but the world says “stay” (and the cost of ignoring intuition) [15:48] – The training plan marathon: Why real financial plans for women are radically more vital than you think [19:58] – Smashing the shame: Money taboos, marginalization, and gendered choices nobody talks about [28:53] – Venture capital’s brutal reality: Funding challenges, losing cofounders, and building Untangle Money anyway [36:42] – Why women’s retirement dreams are still at risk, even if “doing everything right” Resources MentionedWorld Economic ForumMcKinseyThe Globe and Mail10x is Easier Than 2x (book)Montblanc pensPaper Mate pensa...

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    02 | Brian Gerard Bachand – Love, Light, and the Real Reason You Must Evolve

    Have you ever felt a quiet nudge telling you it’s time for change, but struggled to trust yourself enough to act? In this raw, revealing episode, Charles Achampong sits down with evolution expert and former Catholic priest Brian Gerard Bachand, diving deep into proven and surprising ways to listen to your intuition, navigate the “messy middle” of any pivot, and discover what really brings joy. You’ll hear vulnerable stories of reinvention, why “doing the work” truly matters, and practical frameworks to honor both logic and heart in big life shifts. Ready to break from performance-driven routines and reclaim intentional living? Don’t let another week drift by. You need this exclusive perspective now to avoid burnout, doubt, and missed purpose. Tune in for paradigm-shifting insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – Brian’s unconventional introduction: “Life of Brian” and the calling to bring light [03:25] – Why you don’t have to be miserable to change—watch for the quiet signs [07:01] – The precise moment intuition strikes and how logic wrestles in afterward [09:11] – One year of wrestling with fear before making the biggest pivot [12:22] – The dangers of oversharing and why your courage should be intentional [19:09] – The “disappearance” nobody warns you about after leaving the priesthood [28:23] – Major life events that could halt your change and why you shouldn’t wait [34:16] – Striking questions to unlock your true desires and spark new direction [40:42] – Brian’s next bold chapter: The book, the pause, and lessons for all seekers Resources MentionedLee Harris – Energy Speaks (book)American Cancer SocietyCapacity Canada About the GuestBrian Gerard Bachand is the Founder and CEO of evolution evolution, a leadership coaching and evolution consultancy for top achievers and seekers of purpose. Formerly a Catholic priest and chief of staff to a cardinal, he’s become an international leadership advisor known for his unique blend of intuition, spirituality, and strategic insight. Brian’s mission is to help high-performers trust their gut, honor their heart, and design lives that light them up from within. 🔗 LinkedIn | Website Important LinksConnect with Charles: Website | LinkedIn | InstagramPress Pause. Take a Leap. Change Everything - Get a copy of Charles book.span

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    01 | The Life-Changing Power of an Intentional Pause

    Ever feel like you’re racing through life only to look back and wonder what you’ve missed? In this opening episode, Charles Achampong, bestselling author and “The Purpose-Driven Pause Mentor,” shares the secret story behind building a life on conversation, curiosity, and international adventure. He explores why sometimes the bravest move isn’t to strive for more but to finally stop long enough to notice what actually matters. Hear powerful lessons from a global family sabbatical, the role of intentional pauses, and how clarity emerges in the quiet, between the beats. This isn’t just another “hustle” podcast. Tune in right now to avoid missing the practical wisdom most high-performers overlook. Be first to access this permission slip for reflection, so you don’t drift, burn out, or leave your life on autopilot. Listen before the noise pulls you back in. Timestamped Highlights[00:00] - “We don’t have a shortage of insight… we have a shortage of space”—the crisis hiding in plain sight. [00:56] - The hilarious reason a conversation-obsessed dad created this show (and what his kids taught him). [01:35] - Living on autopilot: The trap of routines, browser tabs, and why most people don’t question “fine.” [03:02] - Was the world trip a pipe dream or a wake-up call? What happens when a dream refuses to die. [05:06] - Trading busy for beaches and tea: The reckoning of slowing down (plus what’s really behind “not caring”). [06:16] - When standing still feels like falling behind: The fear high performers never talk about. [07:29] - Honest conversations, unfinished gaps, and the quest for connection beyond the resume. [09:44] - The “in-between” of life: What you notice in the pause, and why true clarity doesn’t require fixing. Resources MentionedCapacity CanadaUniversity of OttawaPause → Notice → Reset → Repeat (signature framework) Important LinksConnect with Charles: Website | LinkedIn | InstagramPress Pause. Take a Leap. Change Everything - Get a copy of Charles book.Ready to spark change? Book Charles as keynote speaker for your event. When We Pause is an original production hosted by Charles Achampong. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.

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Welcome to When We Pause, hosted by Charles Achampong. Charles is a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, and leadership strategist who helps high-performing leaders respond with intention rather than react on autopilot. This show is an invitation to pause in a world that rewards speed. Each episode features thoughtful conversations with leaders and change-makers who’ve learned that clarity does not come from doing more, but from pausing with intention before the next decision. It’s about choosing clarity before action. It’s a different way of leading, living, and making decisions. This is When We Pause

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    Charles Achampong
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    2026년
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