Ep 6: From Startup to Scale: Lessons from Gen Z Entrepreneurs with Stacie

How to Free Up Your Time & Grow Your Company with Martina

In this episode, Wahn sits down with Martina, a Fractional COO who left the corporate grind in Europe to create a freedom-based business between Koh Samui and Bangkok. Martina helps CEOs streamline operations, free up their time, and grow their companies — all while living her dream island life.This inspiring conversation explores:How a Fractional COO can help leaders scale and reclaim their timeMartina’s journey from employee to running her own consultancyPractical tips for choosing clients who align with your values and visionWhy preparing financially makes career transitions smootherLessons learned from working with diverse industries and culturesHow freeing up leaders’ time leads to happier teams and healthier businessesWhether you’re a founder, aspiring consultant, or simply curious about designing a business that supports your ideal lifestyle, this episode offers both practical insights and inspiration to take your next step.📍 Connect with Martina Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coo.martina/ Website: https://fractionalcoo.online🔔 LIKE | SUBSCRIBE | SHARE if you found value in this episode.Follow Wahn: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweetwahn/IG: https://www.instagram.com/wahnpunnapha/LinkedIn: (4) Punnapha Kiatpanya | LinkedInLinktree: https://linktr.ee/wahn.punnapha

How EQforKidz Coach Turned Burnout into Breakthrough with Susanna Nicol

In this episode, I sit down with Susanna Nicol, founder of EQ4Kids and Parent Connect Community, to explore what it really takes to build a heart-centered business while navigating the messy middle of transition. Susanna opens up about her journey from teacher to emotional intelligence coach, the burnout that forced her to stop, and how she’s now redesigning her business to create greater impact while honoring her own well-being. We talk about: ✨ Teaching kids (and parents) emotional intelligence from a young age ✨ Why energy management matters more than time management ✨ Moving through burnout and the courage to reset ✨ Vulnerability as strength in business and life ✨ The shift from people-pleasing to purpose-driven leadership This conversation is raw, inspiring, and full of wisdom for anyone navigating change, building a purpose-led business, or learning to live in alignment with their energy. 🔗 Connect with Susanna Nicol: Website: https://eq4kids.co [https://eq4kids.co/]Instagram: @eq4kids [https://instagram.com/eq4kids]Instagram: @parentconnectcommunity [https://instagram.com/parentconnectcommunity] 🔔 LIKE | SUBSCRIBE | SHARE if you found value in this episode. 🔗 Follow Wahn:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweetwahn/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/wahnpunnapha/ [https://www.instagram.com/wahnpunnapha/] LinkedIn: (4) Punnapha Kiatpanya | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/wahn-punnapha/] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/wahn.punnapha [https://linktr.ee/wahn.punnapha]

Ep 8: Scaling a Passion-Driven Business with Kru Gunn

What does it really take to turn a passion into a business — and scale it to create meaningful impact? In this episode, I sit down with Kru Gunn, founder of Fen-Ai Group and creator of Zebra Pitch who has spent over 18 years in education helping youth unlock their potential. Starting from teaching kids in her hometown in southern Thailand, Kru Gunn turned her love for teaching into a thriving business that empowers young people to design their futures and parents to support them along the way. We talk about: ✨ How to know when it’s time to leave the corporate world and follow your passion ✨ The importance of knowing your values before making big life and business decisions ✨ Why personalized education matters in the 21st century ✨ Tips for parents on supporting their children’s learning without over-controlling ✨ Overcoming fear of failure and making decisions with clarity ✨ The mindset shift required to grow from teacher to CEO Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, or someone standing at the edge of a big life decision, this conversation is full of insights on courage, clarity, and building something that truly matters. 🔗 Connect with Kru Gunn: Instagram: www.instagram.com/krugunn_dreammaker Facebook: www.facebook.com/Fenispace YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fenifutureeducationhub7890 Follow Wahn: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweetwahn/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/wahnpunnapha/ LinkedIn: Punnapha Kiatpanya | LinkedIn Linktree: https://linktr.ee/wahn.punnapha 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for more inspiring conversations about purpose, transformation, and living a life aligned with your values.

Ep 7: Creating Intentional Co-living Community with Yeji

What does it take to turn a vision for connection into a thriving business? In this episode, I sit down with Yeji Cheon, founder of Seoul Nooks, to talk about her journey of creating intentional co-living spaces that foster belonging, creativity, and growth. Yeji shares how she went from a simple idea to launching a purpose-driven business, the lessons she’s learned as an entrepreneur, and the mindset shifts that helped her stay resilient through challenges. Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own venture, building a values-based business, or simply curious about intentional living, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical insights for your own journey. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * How Yeji turned her vision into Seoul Nooks, an intentional co-living community * The early steps and challenges of starting a purpose-driven business * Mindset shifts that help entrepreneurs stay grounded and creative * Tips for creating spaces (and businesses) that foster connection and belonging 📍 Connect with Yeji & Soul Nooks  ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ 🔔 LIKE | SUBSCRIBE | SHARE if you found value in this episode. Follow Wahn:  ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram ⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ | ⁠Linktree⁠⁠

Ep 6: From Startup to Scale: Lessons from Gen Z Entrepreneurs with Stacie

From Biotech to 30,000 Students: Stacie Phyo’s Entrepreneurial Journey At just 27, Stacie Phyo has already built and scaled a thriving education business across Southeast Asia. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how she stumbled into entrepreneurship, grew her startup 15x during COVID, and now supports other women founders through her nonprofit, Women for Women. We talk about: * Starting a business without a business background * Scaling challenges and “good problems” like too many customers * Sacrifices every founder must make when growing * Resilience and mindset in the face of uncertainty * Why focus is the founder’s greatest asset  📍 Connect with Stacie Phyo LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/staciephyo/ ] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/staciephyo?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MTFuYXFoY2wyaGsy] 🔔 LIKE | SUBSCRIBE | SHARE if you found value in this episode. Follow Wahn:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sweetwahn/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wahnpunnapha/⁠] | LinkedIn⁠ [(4) Punnapha Kiatpanya | LinkedIn⁠] | Linktree⁠ [https://linktr.ee/wahn.punnapha⁠]