Embracing the "Multi" Mindset: Why You Don't Have to Choose Just One Path with Zoe Fragou

Embracing the "Multi" Mindset: Why You Don't Have to Choose Just One Path with Zoe Fragou

What happens when you stop trying to fit your career into a single, rigid box? In this episode, host Viridiana Velazquez connects with Zoe Fragou to talk about the beauty of being a multi-passionate professional. From leaving a secure corporate job during COVID to navigating high-stakes negotiation deals in the US, Zoe opens up about how she built her brand and mastered the mental hurdles of entrepreneurship. If you’ve ever felt like changing directions means throwing away your past, this conversation will completely reframe how you look at your professional evolution. Key Takeaways * The Power of Audacity: Success requires a willingness to put yourself out there and try without letting the fear of failure paralyze your potential. * The Myth of "Starting Over": Changing directions in your career isn't resetting your progress to zero; it's a continuous adaptation and accumulation of everything you've already built. * Embracing Multipotentiality: Feeling pulled toward multiple disciplines is a recent topic of public discussion, but it is a powerful professional pattern rather than a sign that something is "wrong" with you. * Transitioning from Corporate: Taking the leap into self-employment requires overcoming the mental barrier of "what ifs" and stepping into an abundance of possibilities. * Active Listening: True exchange and gathering deep, meaningful insights often come from being a quieter, more intentional listener in conversations. Connect with Zoe :  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fragou_zoe/] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@fragouz] TedX [http://youtube.com/watch?is=DzNigheA-_d6p45W&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnRUNPp_8tBUee-uKxKSHeZA3c42lbZMxn6DmiIglw5-GoFW6GxCPPMTR-dKs_aem_RqoAA7FicHtQ4xZPhu2cVQ&v=VCAp-_4beW8&feature=youtu.be] Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fragouzoe/]   Connect with Viridiana host of She Shares podcast: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/viridiana.shares/] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@She_Shares_podcast] Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/viridianalv/]

Permission Granted - From Corporate Warrior to Building Wing Women - Stephanie Parague

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Stephanie Parague, founder of Wing Women, a coaching company dedicated to helping women reconnect with their confidence, values, and authentic selves. Born in Jamaica and now based in Switzerland after living in New York, Stephanie's journey is a masterclass in resilience, generational wisdom, and the courage to choose yourself. Stephanie opens up about the women who shaped her: her mother and grandmother, who taught her that confidence isn't loud or external, it's quiet, internal, and built through boundaries. Her mother's famous "I don't care box" becomes a recurring thread throughout this conversation, offering a powerful reframe on what it really means to set boundaries without becoming cold or detached.   Connect with Stephanie: Website: https://www.wingwomen.ch/ [https://www.wingwomen.ch/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wingwomen_ch/] Linkedin wingwomen [https://www.linkedin.com/company/wingwomen-ch/] Stephanie Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sparague/]   Follow me for more  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/viridiana.shares/] Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/viridianalv/]

De Paris à Entrepreneur : Le Parcours de Rebecca Hababou à Travers l'Hôtellerie, le Risque et l'Apprentissage de sa Propre Valeur

L'histoire de Rebecca démythifie le mythe romantique de l'entrepreneur. Elle est honnête sur le fossé entre la passion et le profit, entre la créativité et l'administration, entre la générosité et la durabilité. Pour toute personne construisant une entreprise tout en luttant contre l'estime de soi, la fixation de limites ou la navigation dans le mélange confus entre amitié et affaires, son parcours offre à la fois des mises en garde et de l'espoir. À Propos de Rebecca : Entrepreneur franco-suisse basée à Genève, Rebecca est fondatrice de Malipa (cabinet de conseil spécialisé en hôtellerie et restauration) et co-propriétaire de la boîte de nuit Chez Jean-Luc. Nommée d'après ses grands-parents, Malipa reflète sa philosophie de créer des espaces où les gens se sentent véritablement accueillis. Malgré un historique réussi dans l'hôtellerie de luxe sur quatre continents, le plus grand défi professionnel de Rebecca reste le même : facturer ce qu'elle vaut vraiment et prioriser le profit sur la satisfaction des autres.      Connectez avec Rebecca et Malipa : Site web [https://www.malipa.ch/] / Instagram - Rebecca /  [https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hababou/]Instagram Malipa [https://www.instagram.com/malipa.hospitalitysolutions/] 🎧 She Shares Podcast Où les femmes partagent leur parcours sans filtre. Retrouvez-nous : * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/she_shares_podcast/] * Spotify, Apple Podcasts

From Travel Blogger to Cake Empire: Olga's Journey to Building Christy's Bakery

Olga shares her remarkable journey from banking in Ukraine to building one of Geneva's most iconic bakeries—all starting with a single Facebook post asking "Would anyone want to buy these cakes?" In This Episode: 🇺🇦 Her path from Kyiv banking executive to entrepreneur (rejected for jobs for being "overqualified," so she tried something new) 📱 How a Facebook post in a Russian-speaking group launched the business with overwhelming interest 🍰 Baking with her daughter Christina—how family recipes from her grandmother's handwritten cookbook became bestsellers 🏪 Opening a bakery one week before COVID lockdown and pivoting to deliveries and crowdfunding campaigns 📈 Scaling from home-made cakes to multiple locations in 6 years (now in Plainpalais, near Manor, and Lausanne) 🇺🇦 Becoming Geneva's top employer of Ukrainian refugees (6 team members) and why this matters to her 🍪 The viral "crookie" trend that had people lining up from France 💪 Three pillars of her success: passion, persistence, and family support Key Quotes: "If you have an idea, just try. It's better to try and know you tried than regret you didn't." "I'm an entrepreneur who never stops. As soon as we earn something, we invest it to grow." "When you're busy, you're never sick." Why Listen: Olga's story proves that successful businesses often emerge from passion projects, not perfect five-year plans. She navigated international moves, crisis pivots, scaling challenges, and cultural integration while building something beloved in Geneva. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, parents balancing business and family, and anyone curious about building authentic community-driven brands. About Christy's Bakery: Artisanal cakes rooted in Ukrainian traditions with modern techniques. Bestsellers: honey cake, Napoleon, red velvet. Known for viral trends, same-day orders via WhatsApp, and monthly local farm collaborations. 📍 Locations: Plainpalais | Near Manor | Lausanne 📸 Follow: @christys.bakery

"Pour leur donner la vie, j'ai donné la mienne : Trauma de naissance et dépression postpartum non diagnostiquée" avec Vanessa Constantino

Dans cet épisode profondément émouvant de She Shares, j'accueille Vanessa, maman de deux enfants qui partage avec une honnêteté déchirante son parcours à travers un accouchement traumatisant, une dépression postpartum non diagnostiquée pendant 4 ans, et sa transformation vers la guérison et la reconstruction de soi. L'histoire de Vanessa est un cri du cœur qui expose les failles béantes du système de santé périnatal. Elle démontre avec une clarté brutale comment le trauma de naissance peut rester non diagnostiqué pendant des années, détruire des relations, impacter profondément les enfants, et voler l'identité d'une femme. Mais elle montre aussi qu'il n'est jamais trop tard pour guérir, pour nommer sa douleur, pour se retrouver. 🎧 She Shares Podcast Où les femmes partagent leur parcours sans filtre. Retrouvez-nous : * Instagram : @Viridiana.shares * Spotify, Apple Podcasts, et toutes les plateformes Soutenez le podcast : Si le courage de Vanessa à partager son histoire vous a touchée, laissez un avis 5 étoiles et partagez cet épisode avec une maman qui a besoin d'entendre qu'il n'est jamais trop tard pour guérir et que sa souffrance mérite d'être reconnue.