Episodios

  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Sarah Houldcroft a resilient survivor, certified life coach, volunteer, and publisher.

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Sarah Houldcroft a resilient survivor, certified life coach, volunteer, and publisher.
    Apr 1 2025
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I talk to Sarah Houldcroft a resilient survivor, certified life coach, volunteer, and publisher. Sarah helps others heal and thrive, drawing from her own struggles with chronic pain, near-suicide, and abuse. As a speaker, she inspires audiences on resilience, mindset, and sustainability, including a keynote on women’s suffrage. She also volunteers for WaterAid, advocating for global access to clean water. For 15 years, Sarah has guided people in publishing their stories through her company, Goldcrest Books. She lives in the UK with her grown-up son and three disabled rescue dogs. Embodying a true Can Do spirit, Sarah’s story shows us how we can, with gratitude, turn challenges into a positive force for change. Listen for Sarah’s Can Do tips: 1. Believe in yourself, first. 2. Be compassionate to yourself. 3. Shift the negative. Pause, take a breath and reframe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, author, coach, and artist

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, author, coach, and artist
    Mar 4 2025
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I talk to Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, author, coach, and artist. Clarissas’ acclaimed podcast Painting Your Path™ helps women in mid-life and beyond start living life on their terms by overcoming imposter syndrome, moving past perfectionism, and connecting back to who they are before the world defined who they are. The heart of her work beats at the intersection of self-development, creativity, and wellness. She is a relentless tough-love cheerleader for possibilities. Clarissa’s inspiring Can Do story highlights generosity, gratitude, and the power of giving through the gifts of time, space, and art. Listen for Clarissa’s Can Do tips: 1. Done is better than perfect. 2. To fail is a first attempt at learning. 3. How can I make a difference in someone’s life today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Drew Graham, a Voiceover Artist

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Drew Graham, a Voiceover Artist
    Feb 4 2025
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I talk to Drew Graham, a Voiceover Artist. Drew is a true renaissance man, with a rich background spanning voiceover artistry, broadcast communications, event production, and community development. Before retiring from his successful mobile DJ company, he worked as a school bus driver, Development Director at his local Chamber of Commerce, and as a certified nursing assistant. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, strolling with his wife, playing cribbage with his kids, and savouring life’s simple joys. A life shaped by embracing change, Drew’s inspiring Can Do story highlights the power of stepping outside your comfort zone. Living a life filled with exploration, curiosity, and fulfilment. Following his joy, Drew shows us how embracing new challenges can lead to growth, awareness, and a deeply rewarding journey. Listen for Drew’s Can Do tips: 1. Active responding vs active reacting. 2. Drew’s Way of 4. 3. I am enough. I do enough. I have enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Sonya Dibbin, a forest therapy trainer and guide

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Sonya Dibbin, a forest therapy trainer and guide
    Jan 7 2025
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I am talking to Sonya Dibbin, a forest therapy trainer and guide. Following the birth of her son, Sonya regularly went for slow countryside walks and realised she felt better than she had in years, despite the 'New Mum' struggles. Driven by a deep curiosity, Sonya swapped her corporate role for an 18-month journey of personal transformation, retraining as a guide in Forest Therapy, EcoNIDRA, and Mindfulness. Since then, she has introduced hundreds of like-minded individuals to the magic and science of Deep Nature Connection, proudly referring to herself and her community as "Nature Nerds”. From a childhood shaped by ‘fair weather only’ experiences, Sonya’s life changing Can Do story led her to embrace nature's beauty in all seasons. Mastering the art of solitude and silence and finding awe in the small wonders of everyday life, are joyful practices that continue to inspire her journey today. Listen for Sonya’s Can Do tips: 1. When you are too busy to spend 20 minutes in nature, you need to spend 1 hour. 2. When you are really stuck, do something. 3. Every ‘No’ you receive is a step closer to your dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Marysol James, a self-published romance writer

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Marysol James, a self-published romance writer
    Dec 3 2024
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I am talking to self-published romance writer, Marysol James. Author of 31 books, spread over six best selling series, with one series recorded to audio books, Marysol landed in this career by happy accident. By doing so, she learned the value of change and embracing opportunities outside of the box. A Canadian now living in England, Marysol lived in Poland and Hong Kong, travelling solo, with only a backpack for company. One year ago, she ended a very abusive relationship and has spent the time healing and rebuilding her life from literally zero. Marysol says she is a romance writer who is single and seeking a real connection in this topsy-turvy modern world. Marysol’s inspiring Can Do story takes you on a journey of growth—navigating stormy seas with grit and emerging even stronger, guided by empathy, as she discovers her inner champion in calmer waters. Listen for Marysol’s Can Do tips: I can influence 80% of my life. I can be better tomorrow than I was today. I can safeguard myself. Connect with Marysol https://marysoljames.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Jim Cooper, Narrator and Author

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Jim Cooper, Narrator and Author
    Nov 5 2024
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I am talking to Jim Cooper, narrator and author. Former radio DJ, newspaper boy, retail expert in a department store paint section, a men’s clothing shop and record store, a commercial real estate broker, residential home builder, movie critic, IT programmer and project leader; IT consulting firm owner, home baker, current owner of Jim Cooper VO, narrating audiobooks of all types. And that’s just on Mondays. His first novel, Twisted Ties, was published in 2014. The Not So Little Book of Cancer Caregiving was published in 2023. Accidental jobs and reinvention sit at the heart of Jim’s Can Do story. An enlightening and entertaining life journey from embracing change, to paying it forward. Listen for Jim’s Can Do tips: 1. Spirituality. Get some. 2. 5 second rule by Mel Robbins. 3. Ask for help. 5 free copies available of the audiobook version of The Not So Little Book of Cancer Caregiving For UK customers https://bit.ly/4dT6HNB For US customer: https://bit.ly/3XbF2Ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Heather Black, CEO of Supermums, Author, Sales Tech Trainer & Speaker.

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Heather Black, CEO of Supermums, Author, Sales Tech Trainer & Speaker.
    Oct 1 2024
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I am talking Heather Black, CEO of Supermums, Author, Sales Tech Trainer & Speaker. Heather Black is the founder and CEO of Supermums, a company dedicated to helping parents achieve flexible, well-paid careers after parenthood. She lives by the sea in East Sussex with her two young daughters and works remotely. Heather's journey began in 2010 when she became an accidental Salesforce admin for her non-profit, eventually upskilling to a Salesforce Consultant in 2012. She then helped other non-profits implement CRM systems. Realizing her career path could benefit other mothers, she launched Supermums in 2016. Since then, she has supported 1000 trainees globally in successfully relaunching their careers, bringing more women into the tech sector. Heather's Can Do story is about finding, nurturing, and growing the spark of an idea, through identifying opportunities, overcoming challenges, and adapting to change. Her journey with Supermums reflects her dedication to turning a simple idea into a global movement that supports flexible careers for parents. Listen for Heather’s Can Do tips: Maintain good energy levels. Surround yourself with positive affirmations. Get support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 m
  • The Can Do Coffee Chat with Angelina Pelova, A Blogger & Author

    The Can Do Coffee Chat with Angelina Pelova, A Blogger & Author
    Sep 3 2024
    In this episode of The Can Do Way, I am talking Blogger & Author, Angelina Pelova. Angelina is a UK-based blogger known as Angie K, who writes Not Another Tall Blog. Since 2014, she has been sharing insights and advice on issues tall people face, from body image and wellbeing to fashion and parenting. Recently, she compiled her experiences and her followers' contributions into a unique novel based on her tall story, ‘A Tall Woman of Many Talents: What It’s Like to be a Modern-Day Amazon Woman.’ Angelina's journey from blogger to author is a true inspiration. What began as a purpose-driven hobby allowed her to step into the spotlight. Her personal story of being bullied for her height, struck a chord with many. Her words resonated deeply, touching lives and spreading hope among her followers. Listen for Angelina’s Can Do tips: Don’t let life control you – choose how you respond. Surround yourself with people who raise you up. Find what makes you happy. Buy Angelna's book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 m
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