Seoul-ful Sisters

Ep 31: Plus 8, Plus Community

Welcome back to Episode 32! This week I sat down with Haelim Jun, founder of Plus 8, for one of those conversations that goes everywhere — in the best way. We kick things off with the origin story of Plus 8: what it is, why she built it, and the community of women she had in mind from the very beginning. Then we get into the personal stuff — the growth, the hard lessons, the moments that shifted her perspective in ways she didn't see coming. Haelim is the kind of person who says the quiet part out loud, and this conversation is full of those moments. And yes, we absolutely go off on a few tangents (Korean gomtang featured)! Come for the business insight, stay for the real talk, and leave feeling inspired and connected:) Stay tuned for next week's episode! Instagram: @seoulfulsisters Contact for partnerships/features: yuraclaire@icloud.com

Ep 30: Power of Listening

Welcome to Episode 30—and happy Easter to those who celebrate! Today’s guest is M&A advisor Yongmin Kwon. Unlike many of my previous guests, Yongmin is based in the Netherlands, while most of her family remains in her hometown of South Korea. As an accomplished, tenacious, and deeply empathetic leader, she has built a meaningful career and life far from home—approaching each day with a commitment to listening to and caring for others, whether they’re her clients or not. I hope this conversation serves as a reminder that professional labels—“lawyer,” “doctor,” “investor”—don’t define the limits of who we are. They shouldn’t prevent us from being fully human: joyful, compassionate, and connected. Yongmin embodies this beautifully. Even in one of the most demanding fields, she leads with calm, openness, and an unwaveringly optimistic mindset. Stay tuned for Episode 31 next week! Instagram: @seoulfulsisters Email: yuraclaire@icloud.com

Ep 29: The Queen of Labor & Laughter

Welcome back to Episode 29—and thank you so much for your patience over the past couple of weeks. I’m so excited to be back on schedule :) Today’s guest is Hyunsoo Yang, Director at the Ministry of Labor, currently seconded to the Blue House. In her professional role, she works at the center of some of Korea’s most critical issues—overseeing workplace safety, supporting employment stability, and strengthening government–employee relations. But beyond her title, she is so much more. At home, she’s a warm, witty, and deeply present mother to a middle schooler. She’s also a passionate wine enthusiast, a social connector, and someone committed to strength training and personal well-being. As she puts it, “No matter what, life is about having fun.” It’s a reminder I think many of us need—including myself. I hope you enjoy this episode 🤍 As always, stay tuned for more episodes coming your way. I have an exciting line-up of guests in the coming weeks, so follow us @seoulfulsisters on Instagram for more regular updates! Contact: yuraclaire@icloud.com

Ep 28: Chase the Hustle & Lead with the Heart

Welcome to episode 28! I hope Valentine's week went splendidly for everyone! In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Sora Lee, founder of Hustle & Heart, a women’s wellness brand, and Kurated Agency, a platform connecting large Korean beauty brands to U.S. markets. As a pioneering female entrepreneur and single mom, Sora shares her journey of building purpose-driven businesses while balancing motherhood, ambition, and personal well-being. We talk about cultivating self-confidence, chasing bold goals without burnout, managing time with intention, and redefining what it truly means to be happy, healthy, and beautiful—inside and out. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that success isn’t about perfection, but about leading with resilience, clarity, and heart. Stay tuned for next week's episode!    Instagram: @seoulfulsisters Contact to feature: yuraclaire@icloud.com

Ep 27: Moon's Mindset Mattered!

Hi all! Welcome back to episode 27! Thank you for being patient with me last week:) In Episode 27, I sit down with Dr. Moon to talk about the messy, non-linear journey that brought her here. From growing up as a Korean American immigrant and constantly moving schools to getting into Cornell, thinking she’d become a veterinarian, only to realize that path wasn’t for her, Dr. Moon shares how uncertainty, grit, and an unshakeable work ethic have shaped her life and career. We talk about changing directions, keeping your eye on the goal, and how success and happiness rarely follows a straight line. This episode is a reminder that our mindsets shape our thoughts, which shape our behaviors, which ultimately shape our outcomes. It's all about the MINDSET! Join me again soon for episode 28. Stay tuned! Instagram: @seoulfulsisters Contact: yuraclaire@icloud.com