Ep 19: How Losing Her Voice Led to Becoming a Confidence-Boosting Speaker Coach with Emma Gaskin

Ep 19: How Losing Her Voice Led to Becoming a Confidence-Boosting Speaker Coach with Emma Gaskin

In this vibrant conversation, Emma shares her inspiring journey from NHS speech therapist to empowering women as a speaker coach. Discover her unique framework for leveraging voice, overcoming challenges, and turning speaking into a powerful business tool. Key Topics * Emma Gaskin’s background in NHS speech therapy * The connection between voice and emotions * Her journey from personal health challenges to coaching * The mermaid to siren transformation model * Strategies for monetizing speaking engagements * The importance of assets and authenticity in speaking * How to leverage speaking for business growth * The role of confidence and storytelling in effective communication Sound Bites "Your voice is the seat to your emotions." "Learning to speak again was completely mind-blowing." "Saying yes to myself was the biggest impact." Chapters 00:00 Empowering Women Through Voice 02:28 Personal Journeys and Connection 06:45 Understanding the Voice and Its Impact 09:33 From Illness to Empowerment 15:51 The Transformation: From Mermaid to Siren 19:28 Getting Paid to Speak: Strategies and Insights 26:28 The Controversy of Pay to Play 32:09 Building Sustainable Events and Community 39:10 Curiosity and Connection in Speaking Resources: Check out Emma’s Paid Speaker mini program, perfect for the women who want to get more speaking opportunities: https://thespeakinghub.co.uk/thepaidspeaker-930043 Speak and Shine opportunities including audience tickets to Simply SAS where Emma is speaking: https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/ [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m passionate about empowering women to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Emma Gaskin: Emma Gaskin is an award winning speaking and communication expert who helps women with their speaking and presenting skills; from overcoming public speaking fears to getting paid to speak on stages about their expertise . She was named #2 Communication Expert in the UK in 2025 and 2026 and is recognised as a Top 1% LinkedIn Creator. Through her uniquely crafted speaking method she blends science, psychology and practical strategies to help women magnetise opportunities with their voice. Over the past 11 years Emma has worked with more than 1,000 individuals; drawing on the science of voice and communication she studied through her degree and career in Speech and Language Therapy. During her time in the NHS, she supported people recovering from strokes and brain injuries, developing a deep understanding of what happens when speech is lost and what it truly takes to rebuild a voice. Today she helps women overcome the patterns that hold them back from speaking up and develop the skills to communicate with power, own the room and be able to communicate their brilliance. Connect with Emma: Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/thespeakinghub/ Instagram: instagram.com/emmajgaskin/

Ep 18: From Burnout to Breakthrough: A Story of Healing and Leadership with Dr Jane Lewis

In this episode, Dr. Jane shares her inspiring journey from burnout and bullying to becoming a leadership coach integrating Hawaiian spirituality and forgiveness practices. Discover how her unique approach helps women recover from toxic situations and unlock their true potential. Key Topics * Jane Lewis's personal journey from burnout and bullying * The integration of Hawaiian spirituality and forgiveness in coaching * The impact of unresolved trauma on mental health and career * The role of energy work and somatic practices in leadership * The importance of forgiveness for personal and professional growth * How to start practicing Ho'oponopono for healing * The evolution of coaching from cognitive to holistic approaches * The significance of trusting your path and the universe Sound Bites "My PhD is in esoteric studies, the study of mysticism." "Unresolved trauma can manifest as burnout and depression." "Forgiveness is deeply healing and can change your life." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jane Lewis 03:02 The Journey Through Burnout and Bullying 10:02 Understanding Patterns of Bullying 16:52 The Role of Forgiveness in Healing 24:29 Energy and Spirituality in Coaching 30:54 The Power of Forgiveness 37:38 The Impact of Toxic Situations 39:21 Saying Yes to New Opportunities Resources: Your forgiveness meditation https://secretartofhuna.com Ho'oponopono - The Hawaiian forgiveness process - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ho%27oponopono The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz Speak and Shine: https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/ [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m passionate about empowering women to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Dr Jane Lewis: Dr Jane Lewis is an accredited, award-winning coach, speaker and spiritual teacher who has spent over 40 years in the international commercial, public and not-for-profit sectors, starting her own business in 1998. In recognition of her 25+ years of coaching experience she was also made a Fellow of the Association for Coaching. In the late 1990s Jane experienced burnout following workplace bullying, which quickly became full-blown clinical depression and the desire to be invisible. In the search for a solution that didn’t involve medication, she came across Huna and Ho’oponopono – the spiritual, energetic and healing approaches of the ancient Hawaiians. Today, uniquely, she combines modern leadership coaching with those teachings. She is particularly gifted in helping talented women move on from toxic situations which still hook them. And she is a strong advocate for the value of forgiveness as a healing approach, and as an aid to visibility! Connect with Dr Jane: Website: drjanelewis.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/janeplewis/ Facebook: facebook.com/janeplewis Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/secretartofhuna Instagram: instagram.com/ [http://instagram.com/sapnapieroux/]janeplewis/ YouTube: youtube.com/ [http://youtube.com/@AbiOsho]@secretartofhuna

Ep 17: Reclaiming Identity: A Journey from Foster Care to TEDx with Abi Osho

In this empowering episode, Abi shares her powerful journey from being privately fostered in the UK to becoming a key part of a BAFTA award-winning documentary and a TEDx speaker. Her story highlights the importance of personal storytelling, identity and healing, inspiring others to reclaim their narratives and lead with heart. Key Topics * The impact of childhood foster care on identity * The role of storytelling in healing and leadership * Cultural roots and belonging in personal development Sound Bites "I was privately fostered at five weeks old." "You believe that to be truth at that age." "Saying yes to myself was the biggest impact." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Abi Osho 01:00 Abi's Journey: From Foster Care to Leadership 12:06 The Impact of Storytelling on Identity 18:14 Creating Change Through Documentary 29:58 The Power of Personal Storytelling 38:07 Embracing All Parts of Yourself Resources: Get your copy of Becoming Visible by Abi Osho: https://abiosho.com/product-category/books/ Watch Abi’s TEDx Talk: Reclaiming Our Missing Pieces To Live Whole: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WVWrmrwUqqE&pp=ygUNQWJpIG9zaG8gdGVkeA%3D%3D View the powerful BAFTA award-winning Channel 5 documentary White Nanny Black Child here: https://www.channel5.com/show/white-nanny-black-child About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Abi Osho: Abi Osho is a Personal Storytelling and Leadership Coach, author, speaker, and BAFTA award-winning retreat facilitator. She is known for guiding women to reclaim their voice, own their story, and lead with authenticity from the inside out. With over seven years of experience curating and leading transformational retreats across the UK, Europe, and Africa, Abi creates powerful spaces for deep healing, connection, and personal expansion. Her work is rooted in storytelling as a tool for liberation, drawing on both lived experience and African-centred practices of community and reflection. Abi gained wider recognition through her contribution to the Netflix documentary White Nanny Black Child and has recently delivered a TEDx talk, further amplifying her message on the power of personal story and heart-led leadership. Through her coaching, retreats, and retreat facilitation training, Abi supports women to release outdated narratives, expand their visibility, and step into aligned leadership with courage and truth. Connect with Abi: Website: www.abiosho.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/abi-osho-0aa59054/ Instagram: instagram.com/ [http://instagram.com/sapnapieroux/]abi_soulmelanin YouTube: youtube.com/@AbiOsho

Ep 16: From Corporate Brands to Personal Ones: Your Visibility is Her Superpower with Sapna Pieroux

In this thought provoking interview, branding expert Sapna shares her journey from big corporate brands to personal visibility, overcoming fears, health challenges, and embracing authenticity. Discover how her story of resilience, joy, and strategic branding can empower you to elevate your own presence and impact. Key Topics * Personal branding evolution * Overcoming visibility fears * Impact of health challenges on professional life Sound Bites "I'm your brand superhero." "My visibility went up again." "I used my voice to do good." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Super Saps 02:35 The Journey to Visibility 06:39 Facing Challenges: The Cancer Diagnosis 12:48 Embracing Joy and Community 24:39 The Power of Saying Yes Resources: Grab your FREE copy of Let’s Get Visible! worth £20 https://site.innervisions-id.com/letsgetvisiblebook-free All the links to Speak and Shine including your application to speak at the next SAS Summit where Sapna spoke: https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/ [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Sapna Pieroux: Multi-award-winning brand strategist, designer, personal brand coach, author and expert speaker, Sapna Pieroux is the founder of InnerVisions ID. Sapna has spent 30 years building brands; 20 of them in corporate, with global clients like Mercedes-Benz, L’Oréal and Sony Ericsson. Now, she brings that big-brand experience to ambitious founders, experts and leadership teams, helping them close the credibility gap, so they can confidently sell bigger, charge more and land corporate and ultra-high-ticket clients. Her #1 best-selling book ‘Let’s Get Visible!’ won a Business Book Award and its VISION Process® works for small businesses (in just one day!) and larger ones alike. In her spare time, Sapna is a volunteer stylist for Smart Works Charity, helping women into work, and by night, runs The NotWorkers® karaoke networking. She has partnered with Rethink Press, is a resident expert in two business coaching groups, mentored at the University of West London and has guest lectured at various educational establishments, Hult International Business School, and Universities of Brunel and Northumbria. Connect with Sapna: Website: https://www.innervisions-id.com/ Or (for speaker enquiries) https://www.sapnapieroux.com/ Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/sapnapieroux/ Instagram: instagram.com/sapnapieroux/ [http://instagram.com/sapnapieroux/] Facebook: facebook.com/sapnapieroux/

Ep 15: From Corporate to Coach: A Journey of Unstoppable Growth with Claire Bannister

Join me in an inspiring conversation with Claire Bannister, the Unstoppable Growth Coach, as we explore her transformative journey from corporate procurement to empowering women entrepreneurs. Discover insights on self-belief, balancing success and family, and embracing change to live a fulfilled life. Key Topics * Career pivots and personal transformation * The importance of self-belief for women entrepreneurs * Balancing success, family, and personal growth Sound Bites "Believing you can be unstoppable." "Helping women see their true potential." "Success is personal and unique." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Claire Bannister 04:43 Claire's Journey: From Corporate to Coaching 10:03 The Importance of Values and Balance 15:28 Empowering Women: The Unstoppable Growth Coach 21:09 Defining Success on Your Own Terms 27:40 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Imperfection 31:01 Connecting with Claire: Retreats and Coaching Resources: See the details of Claire’s next Retreat: https://clairebannistercoaching.co.uk/cotswold-retreat/ All the links to Speak and Shine including your application to speak at the next SAS Summit where Claire spoke: https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/ [https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/] About Me Kier Adair: I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are. I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way. Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully. Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable. Connect with Me: Website: kieradair.com [http://kieradair.com] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair [http://linkedin.com/in/kier-adair] Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/ [https://www.instagram.com/kier_adair/] About Claire Bannister: Claire Bannister is known as The Unstoppable Growth Coach and she has been described as a force of nature who supports her clients to get the growth in revenue, focus and time so that they can get the business they want and deserve. Claire believes that all women in business can be unstoppable once they believe they can be. Connect with Claire: Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/clairebannister Instagram: instagram.com/the_unstoppablegrowthcoach