In Meaningful Work, Remarkable Life podcast, we explore the intersection of work, identity, meaning-making, and values-based business so that we can craft a remarkable life.
Join veteran business owner Brook McCarthy, as she lifts the lid on her own, and other people’s businesses, to ask all the impertinent questions that you’re too polite to ask. We look at working for love AND money, explore the paradoxes of ambition and mindfulness, look at the work behind the work, and redefine building a business in the 21st century in a way that truly works.
What they didn’t teach you at school about getting what you want
Today, we challenge the lessons you learned at school that are holding your business growth back. Outdated beliefs about selflessness, modesty, and fitting in, have a real impact on your relationship with power which...
Why selfish is a good thing
Season five is themed "The Summer of Selfish," exploring why embracing selfishness might be the unconventional path to unlock generosity, joy, and profitability. Have you ever wondered how turning judgments into assets...
Promoting yourself
Isn't it about time that you gave yourself a promotion? You've worked hard. You've done your time. As you're self-employed, you're the only person qualified to promote yourself. So let's do it! We talk about how to...
Conflict as growth
Today, we explore the uncomfortable yet powerful realm of conflict in business. If you KNOW you avoid conflict, then I daresay you’re not yet tapping into its growth potential – so watch out! Because not only could you...
Decluttering your business
Today, we tackle the clutter that weighs down your business, steals your time, and drains your energy. Let’s rethink what we actually need to keep around in our business, and what we’re better off letting go. By doing...
Calling in your next level clients
Sooner or later, ourselves and our business needs to evolve, progress, and step things up. In this episode, we explore the process of calling in your next-level clients – clients who align with your evolving identity,...
Overwhelmed, underpaid, over it
Thriving in chaos
Reigniting Your Spark After Burnout
If you've not yet burnt out in business, I daresay that you haven't yet been in business long enough. Running your own business is stressful – and maintaining your mental health and wellbeing is imperative if you want...
Episode 33: Anger is my superpower
Episode 32: The Momentum Effect
Episode 41: When your values are weaponised against you
If you've ever walked away from a client feeling less than, or that you weren't very good at your job, then this episode is for you. If you're a highly conscientious, values-based owner, perhaps highly sensitive or a...