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The Passion Institute Podcast

Shivani Guptawww.askshivani.com
Welcome to the Passion Institute podcast, where impact starts with passion. I’m Shivani Gupta, here to share stories and strategies from the brightest minds in business.
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Episodes

Scaling Law Firms: Challenges and Journey with Caralee Fontenele - AskShivani Podcast Episode 79

Caralee Fontenele is the founder and director of Collective Family Law. Caralee is a determined, energetic, and inspiring thought leader in the family law space, shifting how people perceive and move through divorce and separation. Championing change and collaborating with businesses and people to deliver divorce services that promote wellbeing and positive outcomes for her clients is what motivates Caralee every day. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from...

Aug 23, 202220 min

Look After and Listen to Yourself with Brendan Gibson - AskShivani Podcast Episode 78

For over 20 years Brendan Gibson has been working in the technology space, he has worked with IT business owners on gaining efficiencies in their business - loves helping people. In 2019, Brendan's business was faced with a net loss in the business and asked the question - "Is this worth it?" Reading the book "Profit First" Brendan committed that as of 1 July 2019 his company was going to make a profit. By June 2020 the business was up 200%! Being so passionate about the process, he decided to h...

Aug 16, 202228 min

Near Death Experience: Not My Plan with Shana Pereira - AskShivani Podcast Episode 77

As a young child Shana had big dreams of traveling the world. Her family - refugees who escaped from a war torn country called East Timor in 1975 to Australia - taught her the meaning of resilience and fighting for what is right. When her kidneys failed, Shana recognized that she would need to lift herself and her executive training kicked in. Today, Shana continues to excel in the Advertising industry and using her skills to share herself with the world. Her experiences bring hope to anyone who...

Aug 09, 202229 min

Your Why Needs to Serve Your Community with Yassin Hall - AskShivani Podcast Episode 76

Yassin Hall is the CEO of B.O.S.S Class LLC., teaching others to master Amazon, Walmart, eBay & other e-commerce platforms. She have traveled the world mentoring teens and adults reach their greatest potential with resilience as she have done. Yassin love dedicating time, services and efforts to numerous organizations dedicated to mental wellness in the Caribbean and in the U.S.A. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ ...

Jul 12, 202222 min

Space Can Lead to Innovation with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 75

Innovation does not always have to be a massive and world-changing event. The simplicity of progressive shifts, incremental improvements, and adjustments can lead to a lot of innovation. Join us today as Shivani shares her experiences on how space can lead to creativity. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com

Jul 05, 202215 min

Kim Phuc's Lesson for Me on Forgiveness with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 74

Kim Phuc, a nine-year-old girl, was seen running naked in a Vietnam street in the midst of a South Vietnamese napalm attack in 1972. Today, Shivani will take us on her fairly deep journey of forgiveness and how Kim changed her perspective in forgiving. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com

Jun 28, 202214 min

Necker: A 12-Year Goal Realised with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 73

Many people have told us that if you're not learning, you're dying, and that keeping our brain active is essential. Learning has definitely been one of Shivani's top three passions for the most of her life, both consciously and unconsciously. Join us today as Shivani shares her journey to continuous learning path. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@asks...

Jun 21, 202219 min

1 Billion Open Hearts with Arnaud Saint-Paul - AskShivani Podcast Episode 72

As a philanthropist and award-winning serial software, finance, and social impact entrepreneur for more than 20 years, living between Los Angeles and Paris, Arnaud went through his awakening at 13. While having a successful career in Finance and Technology across continents, he has been travelling throughout the world to study the different religions and philosophies in his relentless quest to understand himself. His life purpose is now to open billions of hearts and help them find harmony insid...

May 31, 202215 min

Meditation: A Tool for Managing Stress with Tom Cronin - AskShivani Podcast Episode 71

Tom Cronin is a renowned speaker and corporate meditation and mindfulness trainer recognised nationally and internationally for his classes and programs as a leadership expert. He has been featured on TV and in the media sharing his insights and strategies for success in the corporate workplace. Often known as 'The King of Calm', Tom is recognised for his inspiring, empowering and humorous presentations on leadership, stress management, mindfulness and empowerment. Follow Shivani on @askshivani ...

May 24, 202219 min

Your Why? Free 3D Hands with Mat Bowtell - AskShivani Podcast Episode 70

Mat Bowtell is the founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands, an Australian charity who designs and 3D prints hands and assistive devices. The hands are provided for free, to children and adults all around the world and they even pay the postage! Mat freely shares his designs under an open-source licence so others can make and repair their own devices and to encourage further innovation. Mat's goal is to significantly bring down the cost of assistive technology to help those who currently cannot access o...

May 17, 202225 min

Lessons from Bridgeton for me with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 69

Are you one of the million individuals who have been watching "Bridgeton"? Join us today as I identify what sparked my interest in this television series from a diversity point of view. Here's a link where you may read more about Bridgeton's character: https://collider.com/bridgerton-sharma-family-explained/ Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani...

May 10, 202214 min

Respond Not React with Elizabeth Rosenberg - AskShivani Podcast Episode 68

Elizabeth Rosenberg is an entrepreneur, charismatic leader and visionary who drives authentic change and purposeful impact through her work. As the founder of The Good Advice Company, a marketing and communications consultancy, and with more than two decades of experience working with some of the most innovative brands and leaders in the world, Elizabeth taps her knowledge, intuition and truths to uncover and amplify purpose and ownable narratives. Based in Los Angeles, Elizabeth is currently wr...

May 03, 202223 min

Why Do I Need to Give to Charity? with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 67

In this world, there are so many of us who are suffering and there are so many who are happy, the most important thing is to be able to do something for the happiness of others, it makes us feel better and brings more joy to our lives. Join us today in our encouraging episode to discover how we can make a real difference to those in need, to be more fulfilled, and help others because this is the highest reward for our existence. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all u...

Apr 26, 202216 min

Developing Property and Self with Liberte Alexandria Guthrie - AskShivani Podcast Episode 66

Liberte is as a self-made woman with an ambitious spirit, she has an eye for design and renovation, starting and selling multiple businesses, and doing over 25 property developments in SEQ and Northern NSW. She has been recognised as the finalist in two categories by HIA (Housing Industry Association: The national industry association for residential building in Australia) for Exceptional Young Woman in Industry and Exceptional Business Development Professional. Her main focus is in the resident...

Apr 19, 202219 min

Don't Be a Bystander with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 65

A bystander is a person who is in a position to help someone who is being harmed. It's in a position to step in and help in a situation. But, is it a great thing to be a bystander or not? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Join us today as Shivani shares her insights on this societal phenomenon and how you can help people in our community that needs support. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www....

Apr 13, 202213 min

Energy (Input & Output) with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 64

A healthy body needs a healthy mind and it's essential that we acknowledge where our energy is depleted. Join us today as Shivani outlines the input and output of energy, as well as how to build successful energy management. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com

Mar 28, 202211 min

Accelerating Your Purpose Through Video with Rebecca Saunders - AskShivani Podcast Episode 63

At the age of 22, Rebecca packed a small bag and booked a one-way ticket to Sydney with her laptop and just $500 in her pocket as she boarded that plane. She had a dream of living in Australia and building her own company to sponsor herself to stay here. Fast forward a decade and Rebecca has built a global production company, has a purpose built film studio in Sydney where she produces live virtual events and education content, and has a selection of online courses including her signature progra...

Mar 22, 202222 min

Let Life Coach You with Sobia Zafar - AskShivani Podcast Episode 62

Sobia Zafar is an executive transformation coach, helping brilliant leaders go from success to fulfillment so that they can be the change they want to see in the world. These are the leaders who live, love and lead wholeheartedly. She has worked with the United Nations and Fortune 100 companies on transformational projects and has created internationally acclaimed leadership groups to bring about global change. Through her speaking, consulting, training and writing, she shares how we can create ...

Feb 21, 202218 min

Transforming Passion Into Business with Fiona Anchal - AskShivani Podcast Episode 61

Fiona is a very passionate, plant-based home cook. She is the founder of Wholesome Bellies, created from her passion for healthy eating and cooking. Fiona's intention is to inspire you to fall in love with vegetables and learn how to transform plants into mouth-watering, unbelievable meals your friends and family will keep coming back for. Join us today to learn more about how she decided to move out of the business with her husband and pursue her side hustle of Wholesome Bellies as a full-time ...

Feb 14, 202226 min

Living an Unscripted Life with Alex Nicolaidis - AskShivani Podcast Episode 60

Alex is a a Business Mentor, Strategist and Mindset Coach. She specialises in guiding driven female entrepreneurs design and execute their ultimate business. Alex has often been referred to as the 'breath of fresh air' that was needed to get her clients out of their own way and welcome in success to their life and business. Through her unique and proven 3-pillar formula of mentorship, strategy and mindset, Alex has propelled over 200 Australian businesses to their next level. Follow Shivani on @...

Feb 07, 202229 min

Just Get On With It with Lisa Mulligan - AskShivani Podcast Episode 59

Lisa Mulligan is the Head of Diversity and Inclusion at Worley, a global engineering and project management company. She is passionate about issues of diversity, equity and inclusion and is the host of the popular podcast A Dog Called Diversity. Join us today as Lisa shares her passion and focus in developing people, and in particular, leaders in organisations to help them create an effective organisational culture. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from h...

Feb 01, 202225 min

Getting Your Energy Back with Amanda Vodic - AskShivani Podcast Episode 58

Amanda Vodic is a Medium. Through Channeled Astrology™, she help you discover the meaningful work your soul's been calling you to, and translate that into practical steps you can use to build a joy-filled business that will change the world. Join us today to learn more about her journey to this passion and how she now use her calling to guide you to yours. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.c...

Jan 24, 202228 min

Inspired Wealth with Ben Walker - AskShivani Podcast Episode 57

Ben Walker is a Chartered Accountant with over a decade of experience. He is the founder and CEO of Inspire, and co-author of Cashed Up: The 7 Steps Method of Pulling More Money, Time and Happiness from Your Business. Ben is the Winner of coveted Anthill Online '30under30' award for 2014 and was named a finalist in the Brisbane Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. Join us today to learn more about Ben's journey to inspire others create a business that gives them the freedom to put family first ...

Jan 10, 202218 min

People First with Sally Dillon - AskShivani Podcast Episode 56

Sally is a progressive HR Leader and Coach, who has just left the corporate world and set up her own business HR consulting business. She also have a make up and skincare 'side gig' for over 3 years and part of an amazing book project with 19 other women called Changemakers at the end of 2019 and as a result Sally became an Amazon best selling author. Join us today as Sally shares her calling in life to make a positive impact on other people's lives and have a particular interest in mentoring an...

Jan 03, 202217 min

Non-alcoholic Fun Choices with Kirsten Chalmers - AskShivani Podcast Episode 55

Kirsten is a registered psychologist by profession and has been working in private practice for over 10 years. In 2020, Covid struck and Kirsten's life, like many, changed. She decided to take a break from her work and at the same time, a break from alcohol. Needless to say that decision had a bigger impact on her than Covid itself, as she soon realised how beneficial alcohol-free living really was and that's Point Zero Cellars was founded in May 2021 by Kirsten Chalmers. Join us today to learn ...

Dec 14, 202127 min

The Great Resignation with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 54

Since the pandemic in 2020, there has been a lot of discussion about the Great Resignation. Join us today as Shivani talks about this matter, what some of the statistics are, and what you as an employee or employer can do to manage them. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.com/ Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/askshivani/ Email her at shivani@askshivani.com

Dec 06, 202111 min

Setting Boundaries with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 53

Setting boundaries is a crucial aspect of mental health and well-being. Appropriate boundaries can take many forms depending on the situation, but they must be established in all aspects of one's life. In today's encouraging episode of AskShivani podcast, Shivani shares her experiences and tips for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries with your family, friends, and work colleagues. Follow Shivani on @askshivani Subscribe to make sure you hear all updates from her! https://www.askshivani.co...

Nov 29, 202117 min

Living My Life By Design with Melissa Marsden - AskShivani Podcast Episode 52

Melissa Marsden is a Workplace Dynamics Strategist who works with emerging leaders, corporates and professional services firms to create environments that drive high performance teams. Her passion for business has enabled her to develop the workplace strategy framework recognized in the Innovation Category, as a multi-award winning entrepreneur and three-time finalist in the Telstra Business Women's Awards. Join us today as Melissa shares her journey of seeking inspiration and opportunities to i...

Nov 22, 202125 min

Leverage Your Strengths with Cheryl Hayman - AskShivani Podcast Episode 51

Cheryl is an experienced Non-Executive Director (NED) and Remuneration and Nominations Committee Chair. Outside of the boardroom, she is a passionate mentor, having provided mentoring for over 20 years, formally and informally, particularly to professional corporate and entrepreneurial women. Formally, a mentor for Women on Boards, Mentor Walks, Her Business and The Marketing Academy. In today's inspiring episode of the AskShivani podcast, Cheryl shares her experiences that gave her a diverse pe...

Nov 15, 202120 min

Dealing with Narcissist with Shivani Gupta - AskShivani Podcast Episode 50

Dealing with a narcissist can destroy your self-esteem and leave you feeling dismayed. It can make you feel worthless and undervalued. It's a never-ending loop of manipulation that only gets worse as time goes on. Join us today as Shivani talks about different strategies in terms of being able to deal with a narcissist, how to create boundaries and practice self-care to help us recognise who we're dealing with and how to communicate with them in the healthiest way possible. Follow Shivani on @as...

Nov 08, 202122 min
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