Hooray!  This week I get to talk about one of my absolute favourite things… BOOKS.

Books have, over the years, been one of the greatest sources of learning for me when it comes to the tools and knowledge required to grow a successful business.

I have revisited these ten books many times since starting my first business 11 years ago, and they’re the books I recommend most often to my community.

In this episode, I talk through the books, the biggest takeouts I had from them, and how they have changed my life and business.

For ease, I’ll share the titles here in the show notes too:
The Ultimate Sales Machine, Chet Holmes
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni
Big Magic, Elizabeth Gilbert
Purple Cow, Seth Godin
Do The Work, Steven Pressfield
The Five Second Rule, Mel Robbins
Mastering The Rockefeller Habits, Verne Harnish
Thrive, Arianna Huffington
Chill & Prosper, Denise Duffield-Thomas
How I Built This, Guy Raz

I also mention in this episode that there are just FIVE spots left on my Bali retreat in October. Visit my website - lorrainemurphy.com.au - to find out more about it.

Hooray!  This week I get to talk about one of my absolute favourite things… BOOKS. Books have, over the years, been one of the greatest sources of learning for me when it comes to the tools and knowledge required to grow a successful business. I have revisited these ten books many times since starting my first business 11 years ago, and they’re the books I recommend most often to my community. In this episode, I talk through the books, the biggest takeouts I had from them, and how they have changed my life and business. For ease, I’ll share the titles here in the show notes too:
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">The Ultimate Sales Machine, Chet Holmes</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni</li>
<li aria-level="1">Big Magic, Elizabeth Gilbert</li>
<li aria-level="1">Purple Cow, Seth Godin</li>
<li aria-level="1">Do The Work, Steven Pressfield</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Five Second Rule, Mel Robbins</li>
<li aria-level="1">Mastering The Rockefeller Habits, Verne Harnish</li>
<li aria-level="1">Thrive, Arianna Huffington</li>
<li aria-level="1">Chill &amp; Prosper, Denise Duffield-Thomas</li>
<li aria-level="1">How I Built This, Guy Raz</li>
</ol>
I also mention in this episode that there are just FIVE spots left on my Bali retreat in October. Visit my website - <a href="https://lorrainemurphy.com.au/">lorrainemurphy.com.au</a> - to find out more about it.

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The 10 Books Every Business Owner Should Read

Imposter syndrome is something that most of us are faced with multiple times throughout our careers and lives.  This week, I’m answering Nicole’s question: “How do I actively overcome imposter syndrome?”

I’m so excited to answer this one, as it starts first and foremost with a couple of powerful reframes… then I get into what we can actually DO about it.

I hope this episode helps you if you’re currently faced with this debilitating mindset gremlin, and that you can come back to this episode in future for a little pep talk from me.

In this episode I also mention:
You can get a free (and signed!) copy of my Step Into You book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book
My Melbourne business strategy event is happening on 31st July - you can book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne

I’m hosting a second Bali retreat in October! All info here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024

Imposter syndrome is something that most of us are faced with multiple times throughout our careers and lives.  This week, I’m answering Nicole’s question: “How do I actively overcome imposter syndrome?”
I’m so excited to answer this one, as it starts first and foremost with a couple of powerful reframes… then I get into what we can actually DO about it.
I hope this episode helps you if you’re currently faced with this debilitating mindset gremlin, and that you can come back to this episode in future for a little pep talk from me.
In this episode I also mention:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">You can get a free (and signed!) copy of my Step Into You book here: <a href="http://lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book">lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">My Melbourne business strategy event is happening on 31st July - you can book here: <a href="https://www.lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne">lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne</a> </li>
</ul>
I’m hosting a second Bali retreat in October! All info here: <a href="http://lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024">lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024</a>

Dear Lorraine: How Do I Overcome Imposter Syndrome?

A bit of a different episode this week… I’m getting my beauty editor on!

Several times a week, I get asked the same question on Instagram: “What are you doing with your skin? It’s glowing!”

As someone who has battled my skin for years (and had a 6-year career in beauty PR), this question entertains me - but I also need to answer it properly.  Hence this week’s solo episode.

I share the skin concerns that I struggle with, and the ten steps I’ve taken to get my glow on in recent years.  My skin this year is A Big Goal, so it’s action stations on this front!

I cover:
My dream London beauty job
The monthly non-negotiable that I’ve committed to this year
The mistake that a lot of women make with their skincare regime
The exact brands and products I use
How I’ve recently found a wonder product that has transformed my skin even more
The supermarket product that sorted a skincare niggle recently
The makeup that has rocked my world - and it’s clean!
The supplements I take for my skin

I hope you enjoy this step into my beauty world - let me know if you’d like more episodes like this!

In this episode I also mention:
You can get a free (and signed!) copy of my Step Into You book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book
My Melbourne business strategy event is happening on 31st July - you can book here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne
I’m hosting a second Bali retreat in October! All info here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024


PS: iKOU is offering my listeners a 10% discount on makeup (and any other products!) until INSERT DATE.  Just use code LORRAINELOVESIKOU at checkout. 

A bit of a different episode this week… I’m getting my beauty editor on!
Several times a week, I get asked the same question on Instagram: “What are you doing with your skin? It’s glowing!”
As someone who has battled my skin for years (and had a 6-year career in beauty PR), this question entertains me - but I also need to answer it properly.  Hence this week’s solo episode.
I share the skin concerns that I struggle with, and the ten steps I’ve taken to get my glow on in recent years.  My skin this year is A Big Goal, so it’s action stations on this front!
I cover:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">My dream London beauty job</li>
<li aria-level="1">The monthly non-negotiable that I’ve committed to this year</li>
<li aria-level="1">The mistake that a lot of women make with their skincare regime</li>
<li aria-level="1">The exact brands and products I use</li>
<li aria-level="1">How I’ve recently found a wonder product that has transformed my skin even more</li>
<li aria-level="1">The supermarket product that sorted a skincare niggle recently</li>
<li aria-level="1">The makeup that has rocked my world - and it’s clean!</li>
<li aria-level="1">The supplements I take for my skin</li>
</ul>
I hope you enjoy this step into my beauty world - let me know if you’d like more episodes like this!
In this episode I also mention:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">You can get a free (and signed!) copy of my Step Into You book here: <a href="http://lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book">lorrainemurphy.com.au/siy-book</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">My Melbourne business strategy event is happening on 31st July - you can book here: <a href="https://www.lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne">lorrainemurphy.com.au/bold-brilliance-melbourne</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">I’m hosting a second Bali retreat in October! All info here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-oct-2024</li>
</ul>
 PS: iKOU is offering my listeners a 10% discount on makeup (and any other products!) until INSERT DATE.  Just use code LORRAINELOVESIKOU at checkout.

How I Glowed Up My Skin

Alcohol seems to walk hand in hand for the modern experience as a woman - I’ve experienced this myself, with my friends, and with my mentees.  Alcohol in our society is seen as the cure-all: it helps relieve stress, is a way to celebrate, and helps us connect with others.  But what about the downsides?

Sarah Rusbatch is an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, Menopause Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker and host of a community of over 20,000 women. She has been featured in publications such as ABC News, MamaMia, Body & Soul, Women’s Health, The Sunday Times and is a regular media commentator on Channel 9. Sarah has supported thousands to change their relationship with alcohol, and recently published her first book, Beyond Booze: How To Create A Life You Love Alcohol-Free. 

In our conversation, she shares her story with alcohol and what she has learned about it in the process, including:
What Grey Area Drinking is, and how someone knows if they fall into this category
Why she believes Alcohol Use Disorder in women has increased over 80% in the last 30 years
Why women are more vulnerable than men to the health risks of alcohol
The greatest benefits and the biggest changes for her and the women she works with in choosing to go alcohol free
Why alcohol is “the only drug we have to justify not taking"
Her advice on navigating socialising and friendships without alcohol 
Her biggest tips for anyone wanting to change their own relationship with alcohol

To find out more about Sarah’s work, visit her website at sarahrusbatch.com or find her on Instagram - @sarahrusbatch.  You can find her book, Beyond Booze, in all good bookstores and as an ebook. 

Alcohol seems to walk hand in hand for the modern experience as a woman - I’ve experienced this myself, with my friends, and with my mentees.  Alcohol in our society is seen as the cure-all: it helps relieve stress, is a way to celebrate, and helps us connect with others.  But what about the downsides?
Sarah Rusbatch is an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, Menopause Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker and host of a community of over 20,000 women. She has been featured in publications such as ABC News, MamaMia, Body &amp; Soul, Women’s Health, The Sunday Times and is a regular media commentator on Channel 9. Sarah has supported thousands to change their relationship with alcohol, and recently published her first book, Beyond Booze: How To Create A Life You Love Alcohol-Free. 
In our conversation, she shares her story with alcohol and what she has learned about it in the process, including:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What Grey Area Drinking is, and how someone knows if they fall into this category</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why she believes Alcohol Use Disorder in women has increased over 80% in the last 30 years</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why women are more vulnerable than men to the health risks of alcohol</li>
<li aria-level="1">The greatest benefits and the biggest changes for her and the women she works with in choosing to go alcohol free</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why alcohol is “the only drug we have to justify not taking"</li>
<li aria-level="1">Her advice on navigating socialising and friendships without alcohol </li>
<li aria-level="1">Her biggest tips for anyone wanting to change their own relationship with alcohol</li>
</ul>
To find out more about Sarah’s work, visit her website at sarahrusbatch.com or find her on Instagram - @sarahrusbatch.  You can find her book, Beyond Booze, in all good bookstores and as an ebook.

The 10 Books Every Business Owner Should Read

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