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Women In The Penthouse
by Serena Wang
Women In The Penthouse is a transformative podcast hosted by Serena Wang, aiming to redefine the "penthouse life" as a mindset of resilience, courage, and inner strength. It celebrates stories of women navigating pivotal life transitions, focusing on personal growth, empowerment, and mindfulness. With each episode, listeners are invited into a sisterhood that provides authentic inspiration and support for embracing fearless, limitless, and ageless living.About the Host:Serena Wang is a global business leader, an entrepreneur, speaker, and coach who has helped women worldwide break free from societal constraints and rediscover their purpose. With her own journey as a foundation, Serena combines her expertise in business, personal growth, and cross-cultural experiences to inspire others.
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Episode 14: She Raised Millions, Then Questioned Everything | Pooya Ahmadi
What happens when a woman wins the game society gave her and realizes she is still not free?In this episode of Women In The Penthouse, we sit down with Pooya Ahmadi, who has built her career across entertainment, fine art, and high-stakes investment. From TV producing to advising elite collectors, she achieved the kind of success most people spend their lives chasing, yet found herself facing a quiet sense of emptiness.What followed was not a retreat from the world, but a turning inward. A journey of self-love and awakening that did not ask her to leave success behind but to stop abandoning herself within it.Through her podcast House of Choices, Pooya now explores consciousness, identity, and what it truly means to live with both ambition and alignment.If you’ve ever questioned success, felt the tension between drive and meaning, or wondered what it really means to live fearlessly, this conversation is for you.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS→ The hidden emptiness behind external success→ Redefining fearlessness beyond performance→ Why spirituality and ambition don’t need to compete→ Feminine power, clarity, and growth over time→ Holding consciousness within high-performance environments→ The deeper meaning behind House of ChoicesCHAPTERS00:00:00 Intro00:04:10 Pooya’s journey: TV, art, and awakening00:08:40 Childhood in Iran and moving to the UK00:15:42 Fear, insecurity, and imagination00:21:40 “Women can’t sell” → proving them wrong00:27:30 Thriving in high-pressure industries00:33:35 The question: why am I here?00:40:33 Start within: befriend your fears00:43:26 Eating disorder and self-love00:52:16 Prioritizing happiness00:54:10 Limitless: knowing your true self00:58:24 Breaking limiting programming01:01:36 Masculine & feminine balance01:05:57 Raising 3M in 3 weeks01:12:53 Power of words and reprogramming01:18:55 Ageless as a state of being01:24:00 Ageless role models01:31:50 Advice to her younger self01:36:37 The Penthouse RuleConnect with Pooya AhmadiLinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/7GFRTInstagram: https://acesse.one/c0hrcz6Podcast – House of Choice: https://linktr.ee/pooya432hz?utmConnect with Women in the Penthouse Instagram: https://acesse.one/9heexamTikTok: https://shorturl.at/PxHfWLinkedIn: https://l1nk.dev/t2mlzs7YouTube: https://shorturl.at/xuN5JEmail: [email protected] with Serena Wang LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/Zv3EU🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms ⭐ If this episode sparked something in you, please subscribe, rate, and share. Tag us with your takeaways: #Fearless #Limitless #Ageless #WomenInThePenthouse #SecondLife
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Episode 13: A heart attack makes her fearless at 65| Edith Chislett
If you have ever pushed through exhaustion, masked your stress with a smile or ignored what your body was telling you, this conversation is for you.This episode is for every woman who feels: ✨ High functioning on the outside but quietly overwhelmed on the inside ✨ Disconnected from herself after years of putting everyone else first ✨ Ready to stop coping and start truly living ✨ She knows something needs to change but does not know where to beginEdith Chislett is a mind-body practitioner, Master NLP Practitioner, Master Hypnotherapist, and former senior communications leader at HMRC. From the outside, her career looked successful. Inside, her body was carrying the cost. Then came a heart attack, two arteries blocked at over 90%, straight from the ambulance into surgery. What followed was a complete reinvention. Edith created Heart Mind Wellbeing, inspired by the Japanese concept of Kokoro (heart-mind), to help women stop coping, start listening and come home to themselves.Episode Highlights → Why high-functioning women are often the most disconnected from their bodies → How women's heart attack symptoms look nothing like what we see on screen → The Japanese concept of Kokoro and reconnecting mind, body and spirit → Why fearlessness is sometimes the courage to slow down → How childhood patterns of feeling "not enough" silently shape our lives → Edith's three-step framework: Awareness, Realignment and Embodiment → Why visibility was the hidden block keeping Edith from her dream → What it truly means to live agelessly at 6400:00 Intro 02:25 Edith's career in government and corporate leadership 05:33 Growing up feeling "not enough" and the roots of self-doubt 08:28 How her mother's struggles shaped her relationship with responsibility 10:00 Advice to her younger self: stop waiting for permission 13:13 Childhood patterns playing out in the workplace 17:28 Singing at a Children in Need concert, the moment that started everything 21:12 Leaving HMRC, choosing the unknown over false stability 26:02 The heart attack that changed everything 29:00 Why women's heart attack symptoms are dangerously different 33:10 Becoming the CEO of your own body 34:20 The mind-body connection, your body is your greatest ally 37:01 A new definition of fearlessness: the courage to slow down 42:46 Kokoro, the Japanese concept behind Heart Mind Wellbeing 45:40 What being limitless really means 48:40 The visibility block, and Edith's word of the year 53:08 Advice for any woman ready to be fearless: decide and move 58:41 What being ageless really means at 64 1:02:37 Why Edith feels she is just getting started 1:05:59 Tips for igniting ageless energy in daily life 1:08:11 Take time for yourself to remember who you are 1:16:13 Three pieces of advice for her 20-year-old self 1:18:27 Edith's upcoming book "Thoughtless" and her vision 1:20:36 The Penthouse Rule
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Episode 12: From Heartbreak to Limitless: Rebuilding Your Life in 18 Months | Rebecca Christian
If you’ve ever found yourself replaying a breakup in your mind, checking their social media questioning your worth or wondering why moving on still feels so difficult even when you know you deserve better this conversation may resonate deeply.This episode is for every woman who feels:✨ She is suffering from a heartbreaking breakup and questioning her worth✨ She is outgrowing her current identity✨ She is successful on paper but blocked inside✨ She knows she is meant for moreRebecca’s story did not begin from a place of clarity or confidence. She grew up in a challenging environment and spent years navigating PTSD, toxic relationships, and deeply ingrained negative self-talk. Eighteen months ago, everything shifted. After making the courageous decision to leave an established career and follow a new direction, Rebecca experienced a devastating breakup when her partner suddenly walked away and never returned.For many people, a moment like this could reinforce old wounds. Instead, it became the beginning of a profound transformation. Through deep identity work, subconscious rewiring, and emotional healing practices, Rebecca rebuilt her life from the inside out. In just 18 months, she created a new path, built a purpose-driven business, and developed tools that now help other women transform their lives as well.Episode Highlights→ Why heartbreak can sometimes feel emotionally addictive, and why our minds keep replaying the past→ How attachment patterns shape our relationships, and how Rebecca rebuilt a completely new life despite PTSD, deeply negative self-talk, and anxious attachment→ How powerful subconscious tools such as EFT tapping, Timeline Therapy, and identity installation can help transform limiting beliefs and unlock a more limitless version of yourself→ Why outgrowing your old circle can feel intimidating — yet also deeply freeing→ How choosing to live agelessly allows women to reinvent themselves and become whoever they are meant to be00:00 Intro04:15 Leaving corporate and the breakup that changed everything11:10 The first-class conversation that sparked Rebecca’s limitless curiosity14:48 Attachment patterns and why heartbreak can feel so consuming22:19 The fearless mindset shift that began her transformation31:06 What it truly means to live fearlessly — even if it means losing your old circle43:14 Choosing the world you want to see50:35 Attracting the partner aligned with your new life56:26 The limitless mindset: environment, vision, and expanding possibility1:00:03 Advice for women who feel they are outgrowing their partners1:07:08 How Timeline Therapy rewires painful memories1:13:21 Identity installation and Rebecca’s limitless transformation framework1:27:15 Ageless living: becoming who you want at any stage of life1:32:50 Three pieces of advice Rebecca would give her 20-year-old self01:42:08 The Penthouse RuleConnect with Rebecca ChristianInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrebeccachristian/Limitless Academy: https://limitlessacademy.co.uk/Programs and offerings: https://rllimitlessconsulting.mvsite.app/productsConnect with Women in the PenthouseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouseYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouseEmail: [email protected] with Serena WangInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serena-wangyj/🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms⭐ If this episode sparked something in you, please subscribe, rate, and share.
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Episode 11: She Started Over in a New Country with a Newborn And Transformed Her Life | Anastasiia Leiman
In this powerful, soul-stirring conversation, Ana shares not only her extraordinary journey, but also the exact mindset frameworks and life principles that helped her rise through uncertainty and create her second life. From corporate finance to conscious leadership, from holding a newborn in her arms to building a six-figure career in a new land, Anastasiia Leiman is the embodiment of fearless reinvention. Born in Ukraine and now based in Australia, Ana moved across continents at 27 with a one year-old baby — no network, no safety net, and no guarantees. Only a single decision that changed everything. Within six months, she rebuilt her life and created a six-figure corporate finance career from scratch. A former senior finance executive, Ana is now a High-Performance & Business Coach and a mother of two, reinventing herself more than once and choosing courage, joy, and freedom every time. This episode is a masterclass in self-trust, resilience, motherhood, and limitless living. In This Episode, We Explore:→ The BRUTAL first six months of immigration with a one-year-old→ The TWO skills that create everything you want in life→ How to build CERTAINTY in the middle of complete uncertainty→ Why FUN is a life force for high-achieving women→ How Ana invested $300,000 in travel as her BOLDEST education for her children (30+ countries)→ What it really means to “DRINK LIFE” instead of just existing00:00 – Introduction03:09 – Growing Up in Scarcity & Discovering Resourcefulness10:46 – From Ukraine to Australia With a Newborn: The Brutal First Six Months of Immigration17:26 – Two Skills That Bring Certainty in Uncertain Situations22:30 – What Fearlessness Looks Like at Different Life Stages27:58 – A Practical Framework for Becoming More Fearless in Life & Success33:30 – “Everything Is Figure-out-able” – A Powerful Real-Life Example40:50 – Spending $300,000 on Travel as the Best Education for Her Children50:15 – Limitless Advice: Creating a Future Despite Your Past53:50 – Ageless Living: Joy, Fun & Having Something to Look Forward To1:00:33 – Three Pieces of Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self1:02:41 – The Penthouse RuleConnect with Anastasiia LeimanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleimanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/analeimancoaching/Website: https://www.analeiman.com/Connect with Women in the Penthouse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouseEmail: hello@womeninthepenthouse 🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | All major platformsWatch on: YouTube🌟 If this episode sparked something in you, please subscribe, rate, and share.Tag us with your takeaways using:#Fearless #Limitless #Ageless #SecondLife #WomenInThePenthouse
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Episode 10: From Legacy to Truth — She Reinvented Her Life Limitlessly | Stephanie von Bismarck
A deeply inspiring conversation with Countess Stephanie von Bismarck on what it takes to break free from expectations and step into a life of truth, courage, and reinvention.Born into one of Europe’s most distinguished families, Stephanie chose authenticity over perfection and rebuilt her life with purpose and clarity. Having lived across the UK, US, France, Germany, and Sweden, she brings a global perspective to her work as a child protection advocate, digital education activist, and thought leader. Today, she is also the host of How Do We Manage?, a podcast exploring how we stay human to navigate life, technology, and the modern world.In this episode, Stephanie opens up with remarkable honesty about:→ Growing up with the weight of history and finding her own voice→ Choosing what’s right for herself with fearless action→ How inner work and self-trust shaped her reinvention→ Her mission for conscious digital awareness and child protection→ Ageless wisdom on staying curious, growing boldly, and embracing lifelong learningThis conversation is a reminder that every woman holds the strength to follow her truth and claim her own life path. 00:00 Intro02:42 Red Thread: Children Protection & Digital Education08:40 Growing Up Bismarck: Identity vs. Expectation12:50 We Can All Choose Our Own Path18:25 20 Years in Child Protection19:20 Fearless Calling for Children Protection30:16 Fearless Leap: Starting Her Podcast38:23 Finding Peace Under Public Scrutiny45:38 Limitless Living Across Cultures50:05 Women Are Wired Differently and Powerfully59:05 Digital Education: Why It Matters01:01:44 Why the Youngest Generation Is the Unhappiest01:11:20 Staying Peaceful in a Fast-Paced World01:15:50 Ageless Living: Coming Back to Yourself01:21:19 Ageless Role Model01:25:20 Turning 50: Curiosity Is the New Youth01:29:10 Lifelong Learning01:30:46 Three Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self01:31:42 Penthouse RuleConnect with StephanieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanievonbismarck/?hl=en (@stephanievonbismarck)https://www.instagram.com/howdowemanage/?hl=en (@howdowemanage)🎙 How Do We Manage? — Stephanie’s podcast exploring how to navigate life, technology, and the modern world.Listen here: https://podfollow.com/how-do-we-manage✨ Connect with Women in the Penthouse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouseEmail: hello@womeninthepenthouse Follow Serena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serena-wangyj/🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | All major platforms🌟 If this episode sparks something in you, please subscribe, rate, and share. Tag us with your takeaways using: #Fearless #Limitless #Ageless #WITP #WomenInThePenthouse
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Episode 9: Stop Hiding, Start Shining — The Power of Owning Your Personal Brand | Petra Gatto
In this powerful episode of Women in the Penthouse, I sit down with Petra Gatto — a personal brand strategist, founder, and breast cancer survivor — whose story of courage and reinvention reminds us that being visible isn’t about performance. It’s about presence. With over 25 years of experience in marketing and branding, Petra has helped hundreds of women stand out with authenticity, clarity, and confidence. But behind her professional success is a deeply personal journey — one that taught her that true visibility begins from within.After overcoming breast cancer, she turned her experience into purpose — empowering women to build brands that reflect who they truly are, not just what they do. 🔥 In this episode, we dive into: → Petra’s courageous journey through breast cancer and how it reshaped her definition of purpose. → What personal branding really means — and why it’s not just for influencers. → Why so many women feel unsafe or hesitant to be fully seen. → How to build a fearless personal brand rooted in authenticity. → The mindset blocks that keep female founders and professionals playing small — and how to overcome them. → Why it’s never too late to reinvent your story and step into your influence. → Practical steps to start showing up with confidence, clarity, and impact. 00:00 Intro 04:02 Petra’s Journey: Fearless Moves Across Continents 09:50 Freedom Founding a Successful Agency Around 13:10 Redefining Fearless: Not Overcome, But Accept 15:12 Facing the Fear of Visibility: Me & Fear Together on Stage 17:53 Name All the Fears and Trace Its Roots 20:25 When Life Stops You: The Breast Cancer Diagnosis 24:44 Identity, Healing & The Silver Lining 26:47 Learning to Live Differently 28:40 Biggest Learning from Cancer Battling 30:20 Finding the ‘Why’: Helping Women Be Seen 33:20 What Personal Branding Really Means 35:40 Authentic vs. Performative Personal Brand 38:40 Why Women Fear Visibility 41:50 Beautiful Case: Finding Your Voice at the Table 44:45 Benefit of Having Good Personal Branding in Corporate 46:50 Visibility vs. Vanity: It’s Not About “Me” 49:50 Doing the Inner Work Before You’re Seen51:54 Three Steps to Be Seen Authentically 53:16 Limitless: Breaking the Ceiling You Created 56:34 The Art of Unlearning Limited Beliefs 59:30 Follow Inspired Actions to Be Limitless 01:01:08 Progress Over Perfection 01:02:58 The Beauty of Agelessness 01:07:24 It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent 01:09:02 Breaking the Age Box 01:11:35 Three Advice to 20-Year-Old Self 01:16:40 The Penthouse Rule Connect with Petra Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petra_gatto/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/petra-gatto Website: https://petragatto.com/ Connect with Women in the Penthouse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouseEmail: hello@womeninthepenthouse
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Episode 8: How Your 7-Year-Old Self Shapes Every Choice in Leadership, Love, and Life | Anna Kalbasko
What if your 7-year-old self was still shaping your choices every day — in love, fear, parenting, friendship, and even the way you lead your team? 👧In this powerful episode, I sit down with Anna Kalbasko — therapist, meditation teacher, and conscious leadership coach — whose Inner Child Healing work transforms hidden wounds into fearless power. From architecture to Thai monasteries to guiding women into emotional resilience, Anna’s journey shows us how to stop abandoning ourselves — and start living, leading, and loving without apology.🔥We dive into:→ What Inner Child Work really means and why it matters for fearless leadership→ How childhood patterns like micromanagement, fear of visibility, and over-responsibility shape us→ The 3A’s Technique: Acknowledge, Allow, Act→ Why your 40s and beyond are the perfect season for reinvention00:00 Intro04:51 From Architecture to Inner Awareness06:11 Growing Up With a Stutter → Finding Her Voice15:44 The Power of Showing Up Imperfectly22:16 Meditation on a Thai Island: Unlocking Inner Safety25:56 Designing Your Inner World28:30 Fearlessness, Redefined33:38 Two Questions to Stay Fearless36:50 What Inner Child Work Really Means44:50 Pandora’s Box: How Deep It Goes47:08 Childhood Roots of Leadership Patterns — Micromanagement, Fear of VisibilityOver-Responsibility1:04:53 The 3A’s Technique for Inner Child Healing1:10:33 Two Daily Questions That Change Everything1:17:22 Reclaiming Playfulness1:20:40 Inner Child, True Self & Soul1:24:11 Breaking Free From Cultural Beliefs1:30:35 Women’s Leadership & People-Pleasing1:36:02 Ageless Healing: The Wisdom Age Brings1:42:39 Ageless Role Models1:47:51 A Letter to My Future Self1:51:45 Three Lessons for My 20-Year-Old Self1:53:55 The Penthouse RuleConnect with AnnaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna_being_awareWebsite: https://www.being-aware.co.uk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-kalbasko?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/anna_being_awareConnect with Women in the Penthouse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouse 🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, YouTube + all major platforms.
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Episode 7: The Real Reason You’re Resisting Change — And How to Overcome It | Nissi Ozigbu
What if change didn’t have to be chaotic, overwhelming, or soul-crushing — but could be clear, grounded, and even joyful?Whether you're navigating a career shift, stepping into a new identity, or simply craving deeper alignment — this conversation is your permission slip to begin.We sit down with Nissi Ozigbu, the powerhouse behind The Growth Hut — a human-first consultancy redefining how change is led, from the inside out.With nearly two decades of experience leading global transformations for organizations like Deloitte, NS&I, and Abcam, Nissi isn’t just a strategist — she’s a story shifter. Her work centers on emotional intelligence, grounded clarity, and helping leaders align who they are with how they lead.A judge for the Women in Change Awards and a trusted voice in the boardroom, Nissi is a rare guide for anyone ready to create authentic, lasting transformation — with purpose and grace.She doesn’t just talk about change — she lives it. And in a world addicted to noise, her presence reminds us that clarity is power.🔥This episode is a masterclass in navigating change without burning out orlosing yourself. We talk about:→ Why real leadership starts within — and how to align who you are with how you lead→ How to manage uncertainty with clarity, empathy, and emotional intelligence→ The three hidden fears behind resistance to change→ What “limitless” really means in the age of AI, motherhood, and modern ambition→ Why it’s never too early or too late to pivot into something bold→ How to find the courage to rewrite your story, no matter where you're starting from00:00 Intro03:33 Meet Nissi: Global Change Leader Rooted in Storytelling04:35 What is a Change Manager?05:57 From English Literature to Change Management09:02 The Power of Story in Business Transformation10:04 The New Reality of Change at Work since 201012:48 Our Human Response to Change16:24 From Paper to AI: The Evolution of Digital Change20:26 Fearless Defined: Facing What Feels Bigger Than You24:41 The Hidden Fears Behind Corporate Resistance29:20 Why You Should Never Go Through Change Alone31:22 Nissi’s Personal Reflection: The Power of Tender Leadership35:33 Connect Who You Are with How You Lead38:44 Creating a System to Navigate Change41:22 Identity Shifts & Writing a New Story (William Bridges Framework)42:52 Navigating the “Neutral Zone” of Change44:55 Documenting Your Change Journey46:38 Limitless Defined: Pushing Boundaries Without Losing Yourself48:40 Nissi’s Limitless Role Model52:06 How to Break Free from Limiting Beliefs55:08 Demand a Life That Inspires You59:26 Authentic Power: Removing the Mask in Leadership1:06:15 Be Human: The Real Opportunity in the AI Era1:16:03 Limitless Thinking: How AI Forces Us to Show Up1:24:30 Ageless Power: It’s Never Too Early or Too Late to Start1:28:20 Everyone Is a Creator1:32:38 Rapid-Fire Round: Books, Routines & Personal Mantra1:34:07 What Nissi Would Tell Her 20-Year-Old Self1:37:47 The Penthouse RuleConnect with Nissi:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/personalgrowthwithnissi/#TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegrowthhutLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nissi-ozigbuWebsite: https://www.thegrowthhut.co.uk/Program: https://www.thegrowthhut.co.uk/4-week-confident-change-maker-courseConnect with Women in the Penthouse::Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouse🎧Listen on: YouTube | All major platforms☀️If this episode sparks something in you, please subscribe, rate, and share.
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Episode 6: Sliding Doors Moments That Change Everything | Jennie Becker
What if one decision could change your entire life?In this inspiring episode, Jennie Becker—host of the award-winning Sliding Doors Podcast—shares how one bold leap out of the corporate world led to a life of purpose, passion, and unexpected impact.With over 15 years leading global events and partnerships at the British Fashion Council, WeWork, LTK, and Stella McCartney, Jennie has been behind some of the UK’s most iconic cultural moments—from London Fashion Week to the British Fashion Awards. But her biggest transformation began with a quiet question: What if there’s more?From launching her own podcast to interviewing household names, Jennie takes us through the real “sliding doors” moments that shaped her journey—and invites you to reflect on your own.In this episode, you’ll discover:• The sliding doors moment that sparked her podcast• Why fearlessness and faith go hand-in-hand• How to land “impossible” guests (and deal with rejection)• Fascinating guest stories where one moment changed everything• Jennie’s practical tips for dreaming big and setting achievable goals• How she’s redefining age and living with a limitless mindset✨ Whether you’re standing at a life crossroads or craving a nudge to take your next leap, this episode will move and empower you.Like, subscribe, and share with a friend who needs a reminder: your next chapter could be just one decision away.00:00 Intro03:14 Winning an Independent Podcast Award05:35 From Corporate Director to Creative Powerhouse08:29 Truth About the Fashion Business (And One Big Myth)15:14 How Starting a Podcast Made Jennie Happier23:00 The Sliding Doors Moment That Sparked It All25:30 Fearless Belief: What If It Does Work Out?28:09 Interviewing Big Names30:50 Building Courage: Why It’s a Skill You Can Practice32:44 The Joys of Running Your Own Podcast36:59 Fascinating Real-Life Sliding Doors Stories44:38 The Ripple Effect48:19 How to Land “Impossible” Guests (and Handle Rejection)50:53 Limitless Moment: 25th Anniversary Event53:50 A Guest Story That Will Inspire You54:57 Four Years of Rejection Before a Breakthrough56:55 Battling Limiting Beliefs: Patience, Persistence & Progress59:02 Big Dreams vs. Achievable Goals1:01:00 Redefining Age: Why It’s Never Too Late1:04:36 Ageless Role Models & Stories That Inspire1:13:11 10-Year Vision: What She Still Wants to Achieve1:14:21 Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self1:16:30 The Power of Faith: Trust It Will Happen1:18:04 Always Trust Your Intuition1:19:10 The Penthouse RuleConnect with Jennie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slidingdoorspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenbecks28/?hl=enListen on all platforms: Sliding Doors PodcastConnect with Women in the Penthouse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse
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Episode 5: Freedom Begins in the Mind — Breaking Subconscious Limits | Tina Gray
Today’s guest didn’t just change my life — she’s changed thousands. From CEOs to creatives, high performers to heart-led changemakers, Tina Gray has helped people all over the world unlock their deepest potential by doing one powerful thing: reprogramming the subconscious mind. Tina is a globally renowned Certified Hypnotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapist, and Mindset Coach with roots in corporate leadership and a lifelong mission to help others overcome fear, self-doubt, and subconscious sabotage. Trained directly by Marisa Peer, Tina was in the first-ever RTT cohort and went on to become Head Trainer at the RTT School, mentoring over 16,000 students worldwide.In this unforgettable conversation, Tina shares not only her story, but also the exact frameworks and mindset tools that have helped thousands live more fearlessly, limitlessly, and agelessly. In This Episode, We Explore: → Why even high achievers struggle with fear and self-doubt → How your beliefs are shaped in early childhood — even before birth → What subconscious blocks really sound like (and how absurd they can be!) → How to rewrite your mind and teach your cells a new story → Why Tina says we must “negotiate with our mind” daily to create real change.00:00 Intro03:25 From Banking to Hypnotherapy08:25 Meeting Marisa Peer & Leading RTT Worldwide15:40 Born Fearless—What Happens at Age 6?17:55 Real Transformations: The Root Cause Revealed21:50 Cultural Conditioning: Family, Birth Order & Identity30:40 Self-Doubt vs Self-Sabotage: Know the Crucial Difference33:25 Fear or Excitement? Hack Your Body’s Signals39:19 Imposter Syndrome: Stop Letting Comparison Win43:50 Guilt & Shame: Your Hidden Saboteurs56:50 Inside a Hypnotherapy Session: What Really Happens1:12:40 Limitless Mindset: Break Salary & Success Ceilings1:19:52 Daily Mind Hacks: The Napoleon Hill Routine1:26:06 Why Your 50s Are Meant for Reinvention1:31:10 Menopause Mindset: Rewire Your Body with Thought1:33:00 Rapid Fire: Tina’s Dreams & Secrets1:37:44 The Penthouse RuleConnect with Tina: LinkedIn: Tina Gray- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-gray-cl-hyp-artt-94347418/Instagram: @tinagraytherapy- https://www.instagram.com/tinagraytherapy Facebook: @tinagraytherapy -https://www.facebook.com/TinaGrayTherapy/Website: tinagraytherapy.com-https://tinagraytherapy.com/Connect with Women in the Penthouse: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse ✨ Exclusive for our listeners:Tina has created a powerful guided meditation just for the Women in the Penthouse community — designed to help you ground, reconnect, and step into your fearless, limitless self.This meditation isn’t publicly listed — but you can access it through the link below.https://youtu.be/_qRNFhY2XHk?si=xb9PyRFZuewpxOHWTake 10 minutes to come back to yourself. You deserve it. 💫If this episode sparked something in you: Follow, rate, comment, and share! Tag us with your takeaways using: #WITP #Fearless #Limitless #Ageless #Empowered #Empowerment #HumanDesign #HumanDesignReader #HumanDesignMentor 🎧Now streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all major platforms.
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Episode 4: Turning Fear into Hope: The Inner Critic, Imposter Syndrome & Owning Your Authentic Power | Kim-Adele Randall
In this inspiring episode of Women in the Penthouse, we sit down with TEDx speaker, award-winning business consultant, and bestselling author Kim-Adele Randall—a woman who’s not just broken glass ceilings but rebuilt her life from the ground up more than once.• From humble beginnings to a top finance executive.• From battling life-threatening illness while raising a baby.• From imposter syndrome to international stages.Kim-Adele’s journey is more than inspiring—it’s a masterclass in authenticity, resilience, and fearless reinvention. She reminds us that life doesn’t always give us time to pause before pushing us into the next chapter, but it’s in those moments that we find our true strength.Episode Highlights💎Why your inner narrative may be your biggest block—and how to rewrite it.💎The moment Kim chose to survive—not just physically, but emotionally.💎How to borrow belief from others when you can’t find it in yourself.💎 Why “authenticity” isn’t a buzzword—it’s your secret weapon.💎 The truth about imposter syndrome (and why even Einstein felt like a fraud).💎What every woman must ask herself to start living fearlessly, limitlessly, and agelessly.💎Kim’s powerful Penthouse Rule for navigating life with kindness and purpose.Quote of the EpisodeIf this is my path, give me the strength to walk it with grace and kindness.Kim’s Penthouse RuleYou have to pass the thoughts, words, and deeds through the lens – is it kind, is it honest, and does it add value; if it doesn’t, you can’t do it, you can’t say it, you can’t be it.💎 If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I enough? This episode is your resounding YES. Hit Subscribe, leave us a comment, and share this with a woman who’s ready to reclaim her story.0:00 Intro1:12 Behind the Success: Doubt, Pressure & the Inner Critic9:34 Wake-up Call: The Moment Her Health Collapsed—and the Lessons Learned17:46 Fear vs. Hope: Breaking Free from Mental Loops23:25 The Truth About Self-Love and How to Practice It27:40 The TEDx Stage: From Panic to Presence (Tips for Public Speaking)32:02 Imposter Syndrome: The Battle Within & How to Beat It35:40 What Is Authentic Achievement?39:09 The 5 Life Mantras Kim Lives By42:12 The Penthouse RuleCONNECT WITH KIM-ADELE RANDALLLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimadele/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimadele10/Website: https://www.authenticachievements.com/Email: [email protected] Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AuthenticAchievements-Authentic Achievements – Passionately CuriousTEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/8zK07Up4GLs?si=9O1W3cGNXPBg8191CONNECT WITH WOMEN IN THE PENTHOUSE (WITP)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse Hey there! I’m Serena Wang, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to Women In The Penthouse—a vibrant movement that’s all about transforming women’s lives from the inside out. This isn’t just a community; it’s a sisterhood dedicated to empowerment, connection, and mindfulness. Together, we’re redefining what it means to live the "penthouse life," starting with cultivating a beautiful, empowered mind. Together, we’ll uncover stories of resilience and growth that will inspire you to embrace your own journey. Connect with Serena:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serena-wangyj/Given Kim’s incredible depth of insight and the limited time we had together, this episode is a bit shorter than usual, and we didn’t get to explore our signature themes of living a limitless and ageless life.We’d love to hear what you’d like us to dive deeper into next time. Connect with us on social
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Episode 3: It’s Not Too Late: How Human Design Can Set You Free | Nette Hargreaves
Fearless, Limitless, and Ageless Through Human Design In this empowering and soul-nourishing episode, we sit down with Nette Hargreaves, a world-class Human Design coach, Divine Feminine guide, and the founder of Empowered Human Design. After a dynamic and evolving career journey, Nette discovered her true calling in Human Design—a transformational system that helps individuals unlock their authentic blueprint and live life fearlessly, limitlessly, and agelessly. Whether you're navigating motherhood, seeking a life pivot, or simply yearning to express your truest self, Nette's wisdom will remind you that your unique energy is your superpower. 💫 Whether you're navigating motherhood, seeking a life pivot, or simply yearning to express your truest self, Nette's wisdom will remind you that your unique energy is your superpower.Episode Highlights• The transformative power of Human Design for women reclaiming their authentic selves • How breaking free from societal expectations can unlock limitless living • Why Human Design is a tool for becoming ageless in your purpose and personal expression • How embracing your Human Design can transform your parenting and make you a powerful role model for your children00:00 Intro02:08 Nette’s Journey: From Corporate Hospitality to Human Design Coach08:55 What Is Human Design: Key Types and What They Mean19:11 Facing Fear: A Human Design Perspective on Fearlessness29:35 Real Story: How One Woman Became Fearless Through Human Design35:35 Signs You’re Aligned (or Not) and How to Trust Your Intuition45:05 Limitless Living: Using Human Design to Break Beliefs That Hold You Back50:33 Living in Flow: Why Life Should Be Fun56:15 Ageless Energy: Rethinking Midlife and Menopause1:04:40 Parenting and Human Design: How It Helps You Become a Better Parent1:12:28 Time Machine: A Letter to Future Self & Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self1:17:30 The Penthouse Rule Connect with NetteWebsite & Free Human Design Chart: https://empoweredhumandesign.com/chart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredhumandesign/Newsletter: https://empoweredhumandesign.substack.com LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nettehargreavesCurrent Offers• Easy Human Design Masterclasses tailored to your type https://empoweredhumandesign.com/human-design-masterclass/• Friend Your Fabulous – a deep dive into your unique Human Design gifts https://empoweredhumandesign.com/friend-your-fabulous/• Purposeful Parenting – Human Design insights for you and your familyhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Purposeful-Parenting-practical-confident- authentic/dp/1068696125Connect with WITP!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse Follow SerenaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serena-wangyj/If this episode sparked something in you, be sure to follow, rate, comment, and share. Tag us with your takeaways using: #WITP #Fearless #Limitless #Ageless #empowered #empowerment #humandesign #humandesignreader #humandesignmentor🎧Now streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all major platforms.
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Episode 2: Dressing for Success: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything | Elin Mai
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Women In The Penthouse, where we explore inspiring stories of fearless transformation, limitless growth, and ageless living. Today, we’re joined by Elin Mai, founder and CEO of Style Doctors, a global personal styling business with a presence in London, New York, Miami, and the UAE. Starting her entrepreneurial journey at just 23, Elin has personally styled over 8,000 clients, including royalty, Nobel Prize winners, executives, media personalities, and elite athletes. Her expertise has been featured on ITV, BBC, Channel 4, Sky, and Five, along with hosting her own Style Doctors show. Beyond business, Elin has been a trailblazer in the personal brand and transformation space, forging international partnerships and redefining how individuals present themselves to the world. In recent years, she has expanded her mission into transformation coaching, helping women align body, mind, and soul to radiate confidence from the inside out. ✨ What You’ll Get from This Conversation: Fears and challenges Elin conquered when launching a styling business at 23. How fashion and spirituality are deeply connected. The #1 Confidence struggle every woman faces (and how to overcome it).Why style is more than just clothes, it’s a mindset shift - expert tips on dressing fearlessly, confidently, and agelessly. Get ready for a conversation that will inspire you to live a fearless, limitless, and ageless life—inside and out. Follow Elin: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElinMai Website: https://elinmai.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-mai/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/styledoctors/ Elin’s eBook: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCN54FQGFollow Women In The Penthouse Podcast here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninthepenthouse/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womeninthepenthouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-the-penthouse/Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse Meet Your Host: Serena Wang is a powerhouse of transformation, blending 20 years of leadership as a global corporate executive with a deeply personal journey of reinvention. After walking away from a high-powered career and a life that no longer aligned, she embraced her true calling—coaching, entrepreneurship, and spiritual growth. At 44, she took a bold leap, moving to London to start anew, and by 46, she launched Women In The Penthouse, a podcast dedicated to fearless reinvention. Born and raised in China but deeply immersed in Western culture, Serena seamlessly bridges Eastern wisdom with Western business strategy. Her unique perspective offers rare and powerful insights into women’s empowerment, personal transformation, and beyond.Follow Serena:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serena-wangyj/00:00 Intro04:57 Elin’s Personal Journey: Launching a Global Styling Brand at 23 19:50 Reframing Fear and Building Confidence 26:29 Entrepreneur Advice for Young Women Starting a Business 36:33 Fearless Moves: Building Confidence and Taking Action 46:30 Living a Limitless Life 57:25 Dressing Authentically & Personal Alignment 1:04:29 The Ageless Mindset 1:15:07 Time Machine: 10 Years Later & Advice for 20-Year-Old Self 1:27:12 Bold Moves for 2025 1:31:13 The Penthouse Rule
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Episode 1: Fearless Living: Turning Anxiety into Your Greatest Strength – with Sarah Askew
What if your biggest fear became your greatest strength?If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure about your next step, this episode is for you. Meet Sarah—a fearless innovator who turns fear into fuel. As a Research Innovation Director, she uncovers what holds women back—and what sets them free.But here’s the twist: Sarah lives with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Instead of letting it define her, she’s made it her superpower—speaking openly about anxiety, burnout, and loss to spark real conversations. And in a profound turn, she became an end-of-life doula, learning firsthand what truly matters in the end—and how it can transform the way we live right now.This episode will change how you see fear, resilience, and life itself. Don’t miss it.You’ll learn:-How embracing discomfort can fuel your growth and bold decision-making.-The secret to leading with courage—why congruence, empathy, and unconditionalpositivity matter in your life and work.-What Generalized Anxiety Disorder really is—and how sharing your story can turn fear intostrength.-Why vulnerability makes leaders more impactful—and how you can use it to inspire others.-What becoming a Death Doula teaches about truly living—and how it can shift yourperspective on life.This episode is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninthepenthouseFollow Sarah:Instagram: @sarahthedeathdoulaLinkedin: @sarah-askew Email: [email protected] Serena: LinkedIn: @serena-wangyj Follow Women In The Penthouse Podcast here: Instagram: @womeninthepenthouse TikTok: @womeninthepenthouse LinkedIn: @womeninthepenthouse Email: hello@womeninthepenthouse 00:00 Intro04:09 Sarah’s Personal Journey: From Insight Director to Death Doula11:11 Advice from a Senior Business Leader12:21 A Defining Moment: Losing a Close Friend17:40 Understanding and Managing Fear24:46 Authentic Leadership: Sharing Generalized Anxiety Disorder at Work31:20 Living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder42:44 Death Anxiety and the Path to Becoming a Death Doula46:18 Limitless Living and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs56:55 Don't Compare Your Day One to Someone Else’s Chapter Ten1:00:08 Embracing Aging and Ageless Confidence1:10:06 Holding Space: Lessons from End-of-Life Work1:22:22 Time Machine: Letter to Future Self & Advice for 20-Year-Old Self1:30:22 The Penthouse Rule
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Women In The Penthouse is a transformative podcast hosted by Serena Wang, aiming to redefine the "penthouse life" as a mindset of resilience, courage, and inner strength. It celebrates stories of women navigating pivotal life transitions, focusing on personal growth, empowerment, and mindfulness. With each episode, listeners are invited into a sisterhood that provides authentic inspiration and support for embracing fearless, limitless, and ageless living.About the Host:Serena Wang is a global business leader, an entrepreneur, speaker, and coach who has helped women worldwide break free from societal constraints and rediscover their purpose. With her own journey as a foundation, Serena combines her expertise in business, personal growth, and cross-cultural experiences to inspire others.
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