If you're a returning listener, you'll recall our conversation with Andrew Leitch, the co-founder of Brave Spaces. Today, we're privileged to introduce the other visionary behind this venture – Jacinta McDonnell.

Jacinta's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. As one of Australia’s foremost entrepreneurs, she has carved her path with unparalleled success. Yet, what truly distinguishes Jacinta is her remarkable ability to delve deep within herself, employing a repertoire of mindset tools to create brave spaces that empower individuals, cultures, and communities.

Her entrepreneurial acumen came to the fore in 2008 when she pioneered the launch of Anytime Fitness in the Australian market alongside her brother, Justin. Under their stewardship, Anytime Fitness burgeoned into Australia's premier health club chain, boasting over 500 clubs nationwide. But Jacinta's pursuits extend beyond business – she is a purpose-driven visionary committed to leveraging commerce for the greater good. From 2015 to 2020, she helmed The Human Kind Project, a non-profit foundation catalysing life-altering initiatives in Africa and India.

Continuing her quest to redefine business, purpose, and leadership, Jacinta now channels her wisdom through keynote speaking engagements, coaching endeavours with A Founder’s Path, and her latest venture, Brave Spaces. This innovative platform offers transformative programs and experiences designed to empower individuals to lead purposeful, authentic lives.

In today's conversation, Jacinta and I delve into the essence of self-awareness, a cornerstone of effective leadership and personal growth. Together, we unravel the intricacies of courage, self-regulation, connection, and purpose, illuminating pathways for integrating pivotal moments into a life of fulfilment and meaning.

Ultimately, this conversation embodies the essence of Jacinta's ethos – a rare blend of achievement and humility, of success and service. It's a testament to her unwavering dedication to igniting human progress and fostering a more beautiful world for us all.

Takeaways

• Self-awareness is crucial for leadership and personal growth.
• Being curious and open-minded is key to cultivating self-awareness.
• We need to ask ourselves honest questions about how we show up and make decisions.
• Developing self-awareness requires reflection, mindfulness, and a willingness to challenge our own beliefs and behaviours.
• By breaking down our ego and developing self-awareness, we can level up as leaders in all aspects of life. Bravery involves being honest with oneself and having vulnerable conversations.
• Integration is crucial for transformation and involves grounding experiences in the body.
• The goal is to empower individuals to step into their potential and take the next step.
• The vision for Brave Spaces is to impact as many people as possible by training facilitators.
• The ultimate message is to be brave and step in.

Chapters: 

• 00:00 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership and Personal Growth
• 34:21 Asking Ourselves Honest Questions: How Do We Show Up?
• 43:56 Connection: Accepting and Loving Ourselves
• 57:47 Integration: Embodying Experiences and Feeling Grounded

https://www.bravespaces.com.au/

https://www.jacintamcdonell.com.au/