Hosted by Dr. Constance Leyland | Guest: Grace Hao

In this soul-shifting episode of Coach with Grace: Conversations That Elevate, your host Dr. Constance Leyland sits down with transformational coach and powerhouse leader Grace Hao to uncover what it really takes to go from feeling stuck to becoming truly unstoppable.

Grace shares her personal blueprint for stepping into your power—emotionally, mentally, spiritually—and reveals how she helps others break through limitations, silence their inner critic, and rise with purpose. This isn’t just coaching. It’s a conversation packed with clarity, compassion, and actionable steps you can use to elevate your own life.

Whether you're navigating change, rebuilding your confidence, or just need a push to take that next bold step—this episode will move you.

To further your connection with Grace Hao, she has graciously provided her website where you can view her insights and her amazing background https://coachwithgrace.com/

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What’s Trending in 2025: Business, Publishing, Public Speaking & Inspiration”

Business Trends in 2025

Welcome to our podcast! Today, we’re diving into the top trends shaping the business world in 2025.

Key Points:

1. AI Integration:
   • Companies are increasingly adopting AI to enhance productivity and customer experience.
   • Investors are pressuring firms to implement AI strategies, with 90% demanding action in early 2025, up from 68% in late 2024.
2. E-commerce Expansion:
   • Online sales continue to grow, with e-commerce accounting for a significant portion of retail sales worldwide.
   • Businesses are leveraging digital platforms to reach broader audiences.
3. Sustainability Focus:
   • Companies are adopting sustainable practices, such as the circular economy model, to meet consumer demand for eco-friendly products.

Example:

A notable example is the Real Pet Food Company, which has grown into the Asia-Pacific region’s top fresh pet nutrition producer under CEO Germaine Chua’s leadership. Chua emphasizes authenticity and vision in leadership, focusing on driving the company’s success amid shifting market dynamics.

Publishing Trends in 2025

The publishing industry is undergoing significant transformations in 2025.

Key Points:

1. AI in Publishing:
   • Advancements in AI are revolutionizing audiobook production, making it faster and more affordable.
2. Self-Publishing Growth:
   • We are doing an anthology currently led by Susannah Dawn: Titled: Grateful: A Heart Wide-Open
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3. New Opportunities:
   • Competitions such as The Next Big Story offer aspiring writers substantial prizes for submitting just the first three pages of a novel, aiming to lower barriers to entry in the publishing world.

Public speaking is evolving with the times, embracing new formats and inclusivity.

Key Points:

1. Video-First Approach:
   • Speakers are prioritizing video content to engage audiences, with 64% of new podcasts adopting a video-first strategy.
2. Inclusive Communication:
   • There’s a growing emphasis on using inclusive language and being mindful of cultural differences to connect with diverse audiences.
3. Micro-Speeches:
   • Short, impactful talks are gaining popularity, catering to audiences’ preference for concise content.

Inspirational Story - Spectacular Smith (5 minutes)

Introduction:

Let’s conclude with an inspiring story of resilience and innovation.

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What happens when the business owner, the visionary, the go-getter… breaks?

In this deeply personal episode, I open up about navigating the storm of grief while managing the daily demands of running a business and living with ADHD. This isn’t just about loss—it’s about the quiet moments behind closed doors, the missed deadlines, the forgotten tasks, the emotional overwhelm, and the radical courage it takes to lead through pain.

You’ll hear about:

• How grief impacts decision-making, motivation, and focus
• ADHD and executive dysfunction under emotional distress
• The Dual Process Model of Grief and how it applies to entrepreneurship
• Using Maslow’s Hierarchy, the Window of Tolerance, and Self-Compassion Theory to rebuild
• Real-world tools for showing up in business when your energy is at zero
• What it means to create a grief-aware, human-first business culture

Whether you’re in the thick of loss, supporting someone who is, or simply feeling overstretched in your own leadership journey, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to be perfect to keep going—you just have to be present.

🎧 Tune in. Take a breath. Let’s talk about the side of business we rarely show.

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