The Focus Bee Show

Danielle Macleod, an international keynote speaker & author, shares with us the magic of the zone of genius: how we can be in flow, reach peak performance and obtain fantastic results! Danielle & I were fully in our zone of genius during the episode – can you feel it?  In this episode, we cover:The three zones: Competence – Excellence - GeniusHow to find your zone of genius and work in itAccepting that it can be easy – great work does not have to be hard!How to escape the traps of the zone of excellenceAnd so much more!!ABOUT DanielleWhen she was a child, Danielle thought she'd be prime minister or Captain of the British It's a Knockout Team. Clearly, that didn't quite go to plan so here she is today... co-founder of Remarkable Women, entrepreneur, international keynote speaker, author, teacher and coach. She is the former Customer Service Director of Sky TV in the UK, where she led 10,000 people through a major transformation that led to 140% performance improvement in just three years.  She left the corporate world in 2016 to turn her attention to teaching women to create remarkable lives of impact and spends her time inspiring women from all walks of life into an action that is bigger than they thought possible and easier than they ever imagined. CONNECT with DanielleWebsite LinkedInFacebookInstagram VIDEO of this episode YouTube VideoABOUT Katie StoddartKatie Stoddart is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie started her career as a hydrographic engineer working at sea and she now supports founders and executives to thrive in their business.As an ambassador for women in tech, Katie frequently speaks at conferences: Women In Tech, SWE, STEM re-imagined etc. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews leading experts in high performance.Katie works primarily with entrepreneurs & executives through 1-1 coaching & corporate workshops on Focus, Leadership & Performance.  CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee': Listen to Katie’s PODCAST Visit Katie’s BLOG Connect with Katie on LINKEDIN FREE TRAINING ON FOCUS 

Arnaud Collery, the TEDx speaker on Happiness and Storytelling, author and coach, shares his key insights on happiness both in work & life. Loved every minute of our conversation!  In this episode, we cover:Fuel and drivers for high motivationHow to cope with low moments in our businessWhat happiness means in corporate & lifeAnd so much more!! ABOUT ArnaudArnaud is a multiple TEDx speaker, author, coach and entrepreneur. He is a cultural Adventurer, constantly learn and experiments with new cultures and Fields. Fellowships in Tech, Chinese Studies, Creative leadership. Awards as a filmmaker, Stand-up comedian, hackathon win. He spoke at hundreds of conferences across the world, Harvard, Google, UN, 3 Ted talk.. in 30 countries. Last 10 years, Arnaud was in NYC before Los Angeles and Tokyo, some time in China, Middle East, South America always for work or pleasure.  Arnaud has empowered 1000 CEOs / Coached 150 + organizations/foundations/companies. Total over 10 000 people.Recently, Arnaud Collery has placed his focus on creating the personal growth platform www.humanava.com – launched in April 2021, with courses on compassion, purpose, courage, enthusiasm, emotional intelligence,. ..everything an employee needs to understand to thrive at work.  CONNECT with Arnaud ColleryTwitter: Humanava_skillsInstagram: Humanava_platformWebsites: arnaudcollery.com,  humanava.com,  standupforpassion.com VIDEO of this episodeYouTube VideoABOUT Katie Stoddart:Katie founded ‘The Focus Bee’ and is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie supports founders and executives in sustaining peak performance in their business. CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the 'the focus bee':Listen to Katie’s PODCASTVisit Katie’s BLOGConnect with Katie on LINKEDINFREE TRAINING ON FOCUS

Bunmi, one of the UK’s top 100 most influential leaders, explains open-heartedly how she has come to work & live in accordance with IKIGAI, what struggles she has encountered along the way and the one tool that is always there to guide us.  In this episode, we cover:IKIGAI: the magical intersection of profession, vocation, mission, passion3 of Bunmi’s greatest effectiveness challenges and coping mechanism#1 tool to manage stressABOUT BunmiSnr Business Development Manager in Microsoft's Global Business Development organization - Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Cloud. Bunmi covers strategic engagements in emerging markets, building technology partnerships with commercial organizations leveraging Cloud, IoT, data analytics, AI, cognitive services and emerging technologies. She also works with the Airband Initiative driving affordable access solutions for connectivity, renewable energy and regulatory relations.She advocates for “technology for good” and diverse digital inclusion, whilst sitting on the Women@microsoft UK Board as the spokesperson for underrepresented ethic groups. Through her own “Global Future Observer” programme, she aims to demystify the industry by encouraging the inclusion and participation of young people in events that shape their future.A dynamic public speaker and thought leader Bunmi has addressed the UN, technology conferences and emerging market trade events about bias in AI, responsible technology in emerging markets, affordable internet access, digital inclusion, being a Women in Tech and Leadership. Bunmi was recently included in the Financial Times Top UK 100 list of Most Influential BAME Leaders in Tech. Previously Bunmi managed a UK/US Media Licensing team covering EMEA. Her team licensed media content from industry giants such as AP, Reuters, Sony and Getty on behalf of Microsoft’s business groups and services. She has a BSC in Law and Psychology, an MSc in the Management of Intellectual Property and is a qualified lawyer specializing in Intellectual Property protection and litigation. Prior to Microsoft, she worked at the BBC as a Contracts Executive managing TV performance rights.Bunmi lives in London with her husband and four children.CONNECT with BunmiLinkedIn VIDEO of this episode:YouTube VideoABOUT Katie Stoddart:Katie Stoddart is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie started her career as a hydrographic engineer working at sea and she now supports founders and executives to thrive in their business.As an ambassador for women in tech, Katie frequently speaks at conferences: Women In Tech, SWE, STEM re-imagined etc. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews leading experts in high performance.Katie works primarily with entrepreneurs & executives through 1-1 coaching & corporate workshops on Focus, Leadership & Performance.CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee':Listen to Katie’s PODCASTVisit Katie’s BLOGConnect with Katie on LINKEDINFREE TRAINING ON FOCUS

Paul took the leap from airline pilot to the entrepreneur in the midst of the corona pandemic. His insights into wellbeing and contrasts between pilot and entrepreneur are phenomenal! Are you ready to fly? Tune in to the episode!   In this episode, we cover: Paul’s incredible journey from pilot to coach #1 Stress management tool 2 key tips for decision making Ideal work/life balance  ABOUT Paul Paul Green is a Commercial Airline Pilot and founder of The Cockpit Method. Paul founded his own coaching business during lockdown after being made redundant from his ‘dream job’.  Following the collapse of a major UK airline, Paul Green decided to use his 10 years of experience in the commercial cockpit to help other business owners to manage their stress and fatigue.  CONNECT with Paul LinkedIn Facebook WebsiteVIDEO of this episode: YouTube VideoABOUT Katie Stoddart:Katie Stoddart is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie started her career as a hydrographic engineer working at sea and she now supports founders and executives to thrive in their business.As an ambassador for women in tech, Katie frequently speaks at conferences: Women In Tech, SWE, STEM re-imagined etc. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews leading experts in high performance.Katie works primarily with entrepreneurs & executives through 1-1 coaching & corporate workshops on Focus, Leadership & Performance. CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee':Listen to Katie’s PODCASTVisit Katie’s BLOGConnect with Katie on LINKEDINFREE TRAINING ON FOCUS

Nicole, dedicated to helping women step up in their scientific career, shares with me a tech background and a passion for coaching. We discussed being assertive, confident, planning and so much more in the show!In this episode, we cover:The two main reasons why we struggle to be assertiveBeing pro-active and why it mattersHow to change our beliefsKey planning strategies to reach our outcomesHow to trick ourselves into the flowABOUT NicoleNicole helps women in science and tech become recognised, go-to expert in their company. If you want to progress without burning out, Nicole can help you develop your professional and leadership skills so you gain the respect of your colleagues and senior management, enjoy the work you do and feel proud of your achievements. That way, you can confidently unlock new opportunities for yourself and make a bigger impact. Nicole holds a PhD in chemistry and a number of certifications in coaching and Positive Psychology. She uses all that knowledge and her analytical skills to help her clients create strategic plans that are easy to put into action.CONNECT with NicoleLinkedIn Website WebsiteVIDEO of this episode:YouTube VideoABOUT Katie Stoddart:Katie Stoddart is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie started her career as a hydrographic engineer working at sea and she now supports founders and executives to thrive in their business.As an ambassador for women in tech, Katie frequently speaks at conferences: Women In Tech, SWE, STEM re-imagined etc. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews leading experts in high performance.Katie works primarily with entrepreneurs & executives through 1-1 coaching & corporate workshops on Focus, Leadership & Performance.  CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee':Listen to Katie’s PODCASTVisit Katie’s BLOGConnect with Katie on LINKEDINFREE TRAINING ON FOCUS

Jacqui, a business & mindset coach, shares with us the different key areas of faffing and how we can actually step up. Our conversation dives from impostor syndrome to the neuroscience of the law of attraction – a real joy to have Jacqui on the show!  In this episode, we cover:Jacqui’s journey to coachingThe three key areas of faffing – and what we can do about itWhy mindset is essential for business growthThe Neuroscience of the Law of Attraction ABOUT JacquiJacqui is a kickass mindset and business coach who works with business owners and senior leaders, helping them to stop faffing and start doing the stuff they really need to get done. She loves helping people understand the neuroscience behind why they struggle to take action, and how they can get their brain working for them rather than against themCONNECT with Jacqui FacebookLinkedInVIDEO of this episode:YouTube VideoABOUT Katie Stoddart:Katie Stoddart is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie started her career as a hydrographic engineer working at sea and she now supports founders and executives to thrive in their business.As an ambassador for women in tech, Katie frequently speaks at conferences: Women In Tech, SWE, STEM re-imagined etc. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews leading experts in high performance.Katie works primarily with entrepreneurs & executives through 1-1 coaching & corporate workshops on: Focus, Leadership & Performance.  CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee': Listen to Katie’s PODCAST Visit Katie’s BLOG Connect with Katie on LINKEDIN FREE TRAINING ON FOCUS 

Davaughnu, founder of Envision Brand Marketing, shed the light on the true definition of success and how we can make this happen. Going through his own journey, and the inspiration behind Dream-Purpose- Action, his reflections on the importance of mission & having a why led to a profound conversation on the importance of purpose in order to feel fulfilled.  In this episode, we cover:Davaughnu’s fears before going into entrepreneurship3 key tips on managing these fears & moving forwardDream-Purpose-Action model and how impactful it is!‘The why’: source for all inspirationFinancial success vs whole picture fulfilment ABOUT DavaughnuDavaughnu Banks has over 20-years of experience as an accomplished strategic marketing and advertising professional. He has a passion and collaborative hands-on servant-leadership style that has enabled him to plan and execute award-winning marketing solutions for small, medium-sized, and Fortune 500 companies. Over the years, he's strengthened his entrepreneurial spirit and proficiency in branding and marketing strategy by combining his creative and analytical mindset along with his corporate agency experience; this is the foundation of how Envision Brand Marketing was conceived. Furthermore, establishing his trademarked phrase and the strategic marketing consulting company’s business model DREAM.PURPOSE.ACTION.® CONNECT with Davaughnu BanksLinkedIn Instagram Facebook Schedule a FREE Discovery Call (not for sales/soliciting) VIDEO of this episode:YouTube  ABOUT Katie Stoddart:Katie Stoddart is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie started her career as a hydrographic engineer working at sea and she now supports founders and executives to thrive in their business.As an ambassador for women in tech, Katie frequently speaks at conferences: Women In Tech, SWE, STEM re-imagined etc. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews leading experts in high performance.Katie works primarily with entrepreneurs & executives through 1-1 coaching & corporate workshops on: Focus, Leadership & Performance.  CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee': Listen to Katie’s PODCAST Visit Katie’s BLOG Connect with Katie on LINKEDIN FREE TRAINING ON FOCUS 

Jackie dived into the world of entrepreneurship in the seek of a lifestyle change. She quickly realised that it also came with its own lifestyle challenges, but loves it nonetheless.  In this episode, we cover:The lifestyle of entrepreneurshipDaily powerful practises for boosting performanceOne essential tip to immediately change your state ABOUT Jackie HermesJackie Hermes is the CEO of Accelity, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based agency that helps software-as-a-service (SaaS) startups get to revenue and grow faster, and a co-founder of Women’s Entrepreneurship Week. Very active on LinkedIn, Jackie sparks discussions about the daily life and challenges of growing a bootstrapped company and mentors numerous early-stage startups. In addition to her professional involvement, Jackie is an adoptive foster parent and future pilot. CONNECT with JackieLinkedInTwitterInstagramFind out more about AccelityLinkedInTwitterFacebookInstagramVIDEO of this episode YouTubeABOUT Katie Stoddart  Katie founded ‘The Focus Bee’ and is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie supports founders and executives on sustaining peak performance in their business. CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee': Listen to the PODCAST Visit the BLOG: Connect on LINKEDIN

Laura, the co-founder of WaveUp, shares with us some of the greatest insights into the world of high performance: why it varies for each & every individual, what can be done to enhance human behaviour in all the different fields.  In this episode, we cover:Laura’s journey to founding her start-upWhat are epigenetics and how do they impact our performanceBest rituals to increase & optimise our daily results ABOUT Laura Tejada Laura is a committed, passion-driven, a great enthusiast of human behaviour and enhancement. Currently based in Barcelona, Laura is the co-founder of @wavveup, an executive coaching company specialized in the entrepreneurial start-up ecosystem. Their aim is to empower founders and ambitious executives in technology/social-led businesses, to navigate critical challenges, as they relate to leadership, business growth and personal growth.Laura has background in Economist, Msc. HR Analitycs & Advanced People Management, Executive and Leadership Coach, Precision Performance Coach. Her contrasting experiences as a young manager abroad, travelling from Austria to Norway, Italy, Turkey, UAE and Russia, give her me a unique perspective on what businesses and leaders must do to thrive in a complex world characterised by rapid and unpredictable change.  CONNECT with LauraLinkedIn Instagram Website VIDEO of this episode YouTube VideoABOUT Katie Stoddart Katie founded ‘The Focus Bee’ and is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie supports founders and executives on sustaining peak performance in their business. CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee': Listen Katie Stoddart PODCAST Visit Katie Stoddart BLOG Connect Katie Stoddart on LINKEDIN KATIE's FREE TRAINING ON BEING FOCUSED

Cadi Jordan, super connectopreneur, reveals her greatest gems regarding connecting with others, both offline & online and the best way forward for marketing & social connecting for entrepreneurs.  In this episode, we cover:Leveraging social media tools to connectSome of Cadi’s greatest connections in the past yearGreat marketing challenges for entrepreneursMentioned on the show:Mike Vardy Brian Kramer: ’ Slow down to speed up’ Kate Bradley Chernis: Lately Nir Eyal, Indistractable ABOUT Cadi JordanCadi Jordan is a respected social media and marketing strategist internationally. With two decades in this area her forte is in training, coaching and consulting. Her work has seen clients on the NASDAQ, Forbes and taking their brands global. Cadi was born social before social media came to be and her superpower truly is the power of human connection. Cadi is a green beauty aficionado, and her work has been seen in the wellness space. Cadi is a featured expert alongside Julia McCoy, Dr. Ai Addyson- zhang, Seth Godin and more in the book Skip the Degree, Save the Tuition. When she is not busy delighting her clients or writing you can find her at the spa or out in nature with her family and their sweet chocolate Labradoodle, Ozzy. CONNECT with CadiLinkedIn Website Facebook Twitter Pinterest Instagram VIDEO of this episode YouTube Video ABOUT Katie Stoddart  Katie founded ‘The Focus Bee’ and is an award-winning, international, high-performance coach. Katie supports founders and executives on sustaining peak performance in their business. CONNECT with Katie Stoddart, aka 'the focus bee': Listen Katie Stoddart PODCAST Visit Katie Stoddart BLOG Connect Katie Stoddart on LINKEDIN KATIE's FREE TRAINING ON BEING FOCUSED