From Shy to Unapologetically Herself: Meryl Schroyen on Leadership, Money, and the Realities of Entrepreneurship

In this episode of&nbsp;Good in Motion, Juliette sits down with&nbsp;Meryl Schroyen, co-founder of&nbsp;The Sound of C, to talk about her journey from hiding behind shyness to embracing authenticity as an entrepreneur. Meryl shares candidly about leadership, the taboo of money, building a business abroad, and the boundaries she’s learned to set to avoid burnout.This honest conversation is packed with lessons for women entrepreneurs craving balance, confidence, and growth.“I think when you pass a certain stage and you go through all this shit that you can see as an entrepreneur, you're humble.” — Meryl SchroyenTakeaways:Leadership is rooted in authenticity and human connection, even at the highest levels.Money is often a taboo subject, but the reality of reinvesting, not paying yourself, and finding creative support through partnerships and collaboration is part of entrepreneurship.Boundaries — like not working weekends — are crucial to protecting mental health and avoiding burnout.Building a business abroad comes with language barriers, cultural differences, and resilience-testing challenges.Shifting from shyness to showing up authentically opens doors to opportunities and stronger relationships.Meet Meryl SchroyenMeryl Schroyen, is a creative strategist and entrepreneur originally from Belgium.At just 20, she founded a non-profit leading international humanitarian projects, and her path since has been all about growth — from managing large-scale events in Europe to helping Canadian businesses expand their reach.Most recently, Meryl co-founded The Sound of C — a company that helps leaders and organizations grow through strategy, community, and genuine connection.As an entrepreneur, she’s known for her authenticity, humility, and resilience. Meryl’s journey reflects the realities of entrepreneurship — from tackling money struggles to prioritizing mental health and setting boundaries.Resources MentionedMeryl’s BusinessLearn more about The Sound of C (website)Follow The Sound of C on LinkedIn (They write cool posts)&nbsp;Hotels &amp; VenuesHotel Victoria (Toronto)&nbsp;— Hosts&nbsp;<a...