We've all been there—hesitating just seconds before hitting send on a quote, wondering if we're asking for too much. That pesky imposter syndrome loves to rear its head right when we need confidence most. In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Roxanne Calder, CEO, recruiter and author of the brand new book Earning Power: Breaking Barriers and Building Wealth for Women. Roxanne is a powerhouse in wealth management with a passion for personal empowerment, and her insights on recognising our true worth are both uplifting and incredibly practical.

We talk about breaking the conventional rules that often undervalue skills and professions where women predominate. Roxanne shares her impressive journey in a male-dominated industry, revealing how she crafted her own set of rules that place a premium on her worth and abilities. We explore how questioning these norms isn't about going rogue for the sake of it, but about challenging systems that systematically minimise women's contributions. When it comes to building wealth, Roxanne masterfully reframes the conversation—it's not just about piling up resources, but creating a future that aligns with your dreams and aspirations through financial education and savvy choices.

The biggest gem from our chat is Roxanne's approach to charging what you deserve. Her strategies are gold for anyone dealing with self-doubt hurdles that keep us from asking for our worth. She emphasises that your rates aren't just numbers—they're statements of the skills and experience you bring to the table. Whether you're negotiating salaries, setting business rates or rethinking your perceptions of worth, Roxanne reminds us that wealth starts from the inside. It's about having the courage to step confidently into your value and demand the recognition you're worthy of.

Key Topics Covered:

• Overcoming imposter syndrome when pricing your services

• Breaking rules that systematically undervalue women

• Reframing wealth as creating your dream future

• Practical strategies for charging what you're worth

• Building confidence through financial education

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Connect with Roxanne:

Book: Earning Power: Breaking Barriers and Building Wealth for Women

Website: https://roxannecalder.com.au/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannecalder/

Instagram: @roxanne.calder

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Let's have a heart-to-heart. This one's for the doers, the dreamers, those incredible women juggling empire-building and everyday life—like figuring out what the hell to cook for dinner whilst building your business. We've all been there, questioning if we're the only ones struggling this hard. Well, you're definitely not alone, but you do need to hear this because real success is gritty, messy and far from the polished facade everyone's selling.

In this episode, I'm sharing the unglamorous truth about what it really takes to build something meaningful. We'll explore:

- Why the "overnight success" myth is dangerous

- What real grit actually looks like

- Why you need to do continue to do the reps

- My formula for staying consistent when motivation runs dry.

Here's my challenge to you this week: pick your rep and commit to it daily for the next 30 days. Track it, cherish it and fall in love with the process rather than the outcome. This is how empires are built—one unglamorous, tenacious step at a time. And, if this resonates with you, share it. Let’s lift each other up and remind ourselves and others why we started in the first place.

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We often look to business gurus, leadership coaches and self-help books for life's most profound lessons. But sometimes, the most powerful insights come from unexpected teachers—like my 19-year-old daughter, Taya.

Watching her navigate early adulthood with remarkable intentionality has been nothing short of revolutionary for me. Her approach to life challenges everything my generation was taught about success, relationships, and self-worth. Today, I’m sharing the eight lessons that have fundamentally shifted how I show up in both business and life—and they might just do the same for you:

• Lesson 1: Embrace Self-Care Without Guilt
• Lesson 2: The Joy of Rest
• Lesson 3: Love Unconditionally
• Lesson 4: Say No First
• Lesson 5: Finding Your People
• Lesson 6: Being Independently You
• Lesson 7: Ask for What You Want
• Lesson 8: Go for What You Want

So here’s the challenge I’m throwing out to you: Which of these nuggets of wisdom resonates most with you? Pick one and try it out. See where it takes you. And let’s keep the conversation going—I’d love to hear what the younger generation has taught you, so share it with me on social media. Until next time, be kind to yourself, say “no” when it matters, and go after the life you want.

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