Say Yes To You!

Ep 13: Why Your Health is Your Greatest Business Asset with Kathleen Cornmell

Thu, 21 May 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this powerful episode, Kathleen shares her inspiring journey from the male dominated world of engineering to becoming a registered nutritionist. She discusses the impact of menopause on women's health, the power of diet and lifestyle changes, and how helping women improve their health boosts their confidence and visibility. Afterall, if you don’t have your health, you don’t have a business.

Key Topics

Kathleen's Journey into Nutrition
The Impact of Diet on Health
Navigating Menopause and Health
The Importance of Hormones and Mental Health
Balancing Blood Sugar and Nutrition
The Role of Exercise in Health
Building Confidence and Public Speaking
The Power of Community and Support

Sound Bites

"Gut health is the root of most things."

"Diet was the turning point for my health."

"Rest and listening to your body are vital."

Resources:

A free Health Review with Kathleen: a 30-minute call designed to help women understand what might be driving their fatigue, weight gain or hormonal symptoms. Book through her website

The Glucose Goddess Method by Jessie Inchauspé

The Society with Speak and Shine. Next Collective launching 1st june

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-society-june26

About Me Kier Adair:

I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are.

I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community designed to help women take the stage, share their voice, and create powerful visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. What began as a platform has grown into a movement — one built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way.

Before launching my own business, I spent more than two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe as part of the International Group. That experience shaped my understanding of visual branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully.

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Kathleen Cornmell:

Kathleen Cornmell is a registered nutritionist specialising in metabolic health, helping women navigate fatigue, weight gain and hormonal changes in midlife.

Her work didn’t start with qualifications, it started with lived experience. There was a time when she felt completely exhausted, in pain, and disconnected from herself. She didn’t have the energy to show up for my family, let alone build a life or business she loved.

That was her turning point. She had to stop pushing through and start listening to her body.

Through that process, she began to understand how stress, blood sugar, hormones and lifestyle are all connected, and how small, sustainable changes can completely shift how we feel and show up.

Now, she helps women who feel stuck, overwhelmed or like 'nothing is working anymore' to rebuild their energy, stabilise their blood sugar and feel like themselves again.

Because when your energy comes back, you stop playing small and finally start saying yes to yourself and your business.

Connect with Kathleen:

Website: kathleencornmell.co.uk/

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kathleen-cornmell/

Facebook: facebook.com/kcornmell/

Instagram: instagram.com/kathleencornmell/

Ep 12: Unlocking Your Potential with Nicky Price

Thu, 14 May 2026 02:15:00 +0100

Discover how subconscious patterns impact women’s success and learn practical steps to shift them for extraordinary breakthroughs. In this episode, Nicky Price shares insights on healing childhood programming, embracing action over perfectionism, and building resilience to thrive in business and life.

Key Topics

How childhood experiences shape beliefs and behaviors in adult women
The role of subconscious patterns in holding women back from their potential
Common triggers like imposter syndrome, fear of visibility, and money blocks
Techniques for identifying and transforming limiting beliefs
The importance of self-compassion, journaling, and celebrating small wins
How the nervous system responds to success and failure
Practical strategies for stepping onto stages and speaking with confidence
The difference between coaching the conscious mind and addressing the subconscious
The impact of societal and gender differences in belief systems
Building resilience by conditioning the central nervous system, like physical training

Sound Bites:

“Women create nurturing businesses from their struggles, helping others thrive”

“What the mind can’t express, the body does”

“Focus on where you want to go, not the obstacles”

Resources:

5 Wins in 5 Minutes to Shape Your Life - https://mebutfree.com/5

"Invisible Pattern Reveal" Quiz - https://MeButFree.com/Quiz

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Nicky Price:

Nicky is an Advanced Transformation Therapist, Coach, co-author and speaker who helps ambitious women around the world break free from the hidden patterns and behaviours that are quietly sabotaging their income, growth, and relationships.

After 27 years in Corporate IT and Digital Marketing, Nicky reached a point where outward success no longer felt aligned. Knowing she was here for more, she completely retrained midlife — and then experienced first-hand how deeply ingrained childhood beliefs can hold even the most capable women back.

Nicky now supports her clients to uncover and release the subconscious beliefs and emotional patterns driving impostor syndrome, overworking, visibility fears, money blocks, and so much more.

Her work goes far beyond traditional coaching or therapy, addressing the root cause of these patterns so that change is permanent and deeply integrated. Nicky creates a space where women feel safe, seen, and understood — allowing them to move through life with a grounded sense of “I am enough,” where success begins to flow naturally rather than being forced.

Connect with Nicky:

Website: MeButFree.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nickyprice/

Facebook: facebook.com/NickyPricePublic/

Ep 11: From Shower Idea to Global Podcast: The Power of Joy and Community

Thu, 07 May 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this thought provoking episode I take a pause to reflect on my journey from hosting the Speak and Shine Summit to launching my podcast 'Say Yes to You', emphasizing the importance of joy, community, and authenticity in my success.

Key Topics

Podcast launch journey and milestones
The role of connection, collaboration, and community in success
Overcoming perfectionism and self-doubt during podcasting
The importance of self-care and health in personal and professional growth
Building confidence and owning achievements

Key Takeaways

Trust your path and what brings you joy.
Surround yourself with inspiring women and community.
Taking action over perfection leads to confidence.
Prioritize health and self-care to sustain success.
Own your achievements and celebrate your journey.

Sound Bites

"Today is a full circle moment."

"Health and self-care come first."

"Own your success and celebrate it."

Resources:

Speak and Shine

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-collection/

About Me Kier Adair:

I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, International Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m deeply passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak out with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are.

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

Bonus Ep 02: Hear from The Elevating Voices: Just Do It!

Tue, 05 May 2026 02:15:00 +0100

This episode features inspiring women sharing their journeys of personal and professional transformation, the power of storytelling, and the importance of stepping into the spotlight. Discover how they are preparing for the upcoming Speak and Shine event and the impact of community, authenticity, and boldness.

Key Topics

The importance of storytelling in personal and professional growth

Women overcoming fear and building confidence to speak on stage

The role of community and support in personal transformation

Sound Bites

"Sharing my journey can inspire others."

"Saying yes opens new doors."

"Investing in yourself pays off."

Resources

Speak and Shine Summit

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair

I’m a London-based Visibility Expert, Brand Photographer, Keynote Speaker, and Best-Selling Author. I’m passionate about empowering women in business to step up with confidence, speak with clarity, and be seen for who they truly are.

I founded The Speak and Shine Collection, a platform and community helping women take the stage, share their voice, and create visual assets that elevate their speaking careers. This has grown into a movement built on visibility, opportunity, and connection, with women uplifting each other every step of the way.

Before launching my business, I spent over two decades at Marks & Spencer Plc, leading Visual Merchandising across Central Europe. That experience shaped my understanding of branding, audience impact, and the power of showing up fully.

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help clients move from unseen and unheard to unstoppable

Connect with Me

kieradair.com

linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Alicia Noble

Alicia is a Leadership Coach, Career Transition Strategist and host of Courage Loading... — a podcast exploring what it really takes to lead yourself through career change.

As the founder of Noble Arc, she helps ambitious women navigate career reinvention with clarity and self-trust.

With over two decades of experience across Big Four firms and FTSE 100 companies, Alicia blends strategic insight with coaching psychology to help others rebuild from the inside out and redefine what success truly means for them.

linkedin.com/in/alicia-noble-1b377923/

About Laura Barber

Laura is a Brand Strategist and founder trusted by leaders who want impact, not noise.

With more than 22 years inside global organisations including PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, General Mills and Walgreens Boots Alliance, she has led major brand transformations, built global insight functions and influenced C-suites to unlock hundreds of millions in growth by understanding humans beyond the spreadsheet.

She is the founder of The Ripple Impact, where she helps founders and leaders build brands that are felt, not just seen, blending story, insight and commercial clarity. She also hosts The Ripple Impact podcast, exploring the human moments behind bold decisions and real growth.

linkedin.com/in/laurambarber/

About Sarah White

Sarah is a Chartered Marketer and former Chief Marketing Officer and Marketing Director with over 25 years’ experience across high-growth start-ups and global B2B organisations, helping businesses unlock sustainable growth.

Known as “The Marketing Doctor”, she works with ambitious SMEs to diagnose the root causes of stalled performance and prescribe commercially sharp, practical interventions that deliver measurable results. Her no-fluff approach aligns visibility, lead generation and sales to improve pipeline quality, conversion rates and revenue.

Sarah challenges leaders to move beyond random acts of marketing — focusing instead on clear positioning, disciplined execution and marketing that delivers real, measurable results.

linkedin.com/in/sarahjwhite/

Ep 10: The Power of Beliefs and Identity in Personal Style with Samantha Harman

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this fabulous interview, Samantha Harman shares her journey from newspaper editor to style strategist, emphasising the importance of beliefs and identity in personal style. Discover how wardrobe choices can empower women, challenge societal norms, and serve as a business tool, culminating in her upcoming book 'Just Get Dressed.'

Key Topics

The transformation from journalism to style strategy
Wardrobe as a tool for empowerment and identity
Societal norms and gender expectations in fashion
The impact of visibility and confidence for women
Samantha Harman's upcoming book 'Just Get Dressed'

Sound Bites

"Fashion is a business tool men have used for decades"

"Clothing is the ultimate form of self-expression"

"Visibility requires tools to handle the judgment"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Samantha Harmon and Her Journey

02:49 The Power of Wardrobe and Personal Branding

06:10 Breaking the Martyr Complex in Women

08:50 The Intersection of Identity and Style

11:45 Visibility and Its Challenges for Women

21:05 The Process of Writing a Book and Sharing Personal Stories

26:48 The Weight of Words: Writing a Book

29:37 The Power of Long-Form Content

32:20 Just Get Dressed: More Than a Simple Task

38:30 The Broader Conversation on Wardrobe and Identity

45:20 Connecting Through Authenticity and Community

48:14 Refining Identity Through Personal Stories

Resources:

Just Get Dressed is available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Just-Get-Dressed-Nothing-About-ebook/dp/B0GKPFJG8P/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EQTT6OKBXHY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nr7xuAj6jWQzCFw94LlrMg.EkF4yjKkso13vsYWMzhV94zHVXfrCFaHVKbTL262kZ0&dib_tag=se&keywords=just+get+dressed+samantha+harman&qid=1769974332&sprefix=just+get+dressed+samantha+harman%2Caps%2C256&sr=8-1

Speak and Shine Summit - May 7th 2026

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Samantha Harman:

Samantha Harman, aka The Style Editor is an award-winning newspaper editor turned style strategist and author of Just Get Dressed. She is Specialist Coach of the Year and a Linkedin Top Voice and speaker, who views wardrobe as the manifestation of beliefs, not clothes.

Connect with Samantha:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-harman-style-editor/

Bonus Ep 01: Hear from The Elevating Voices: The Impact of Saying Yes!

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0100

This interview features inspiring women preparing for the upcoming Speak and Shine event on May 7th. They share their journeys, motivations, and the impact of saying yes to stepping onto the stage, highlighting the power of community, mindset, and authentic connection.

Key Topics

The importance of community and support in public speaking

Mindset shifts and overcoming fears to step onto the stage

The transformative impact of saying yes to opportunities

Sound Bites

"Timing is everything for impact."

"Real impact comes from within."

"Preparation helps overcome fears."

Resources

Speak and Shine Summit

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help clients move from unseen and unheard to unstoppable

Connect with Me

kieradair.com

linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Kate Gondouin

Kate helps accomplished female leaders reconnect with their inner authority and design the next chapter of their lives. After nearly three decades in global organisations including Airbus and Barclays Bank, she understands the pressures and privileges of leadership while navigating midlife transitions and family life.

Today she blends neuroscience-informed leadership, Human Design and her AIRE framework—Awareness, Intention, Repetition and Embodiment—to support women creating meaningful change. Kate is an EMCC Accredited Transformational Coach & Mentor and was awarded “Speaker of the Year 2026 – Wellbeing” by the Excellence Awards. A Cambridge Natural Sciences graduate, mother of two, photographer and choir member, she believes bold leadership begins with trusting your own knowing.

linkedin.com/in/kategondouin/

About Liz Murray

Liz is a transformational coach and speaker who helps midlife women break free from anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm so they can step into a more confident and fulfilling next chapter. With a background in psychology and training as both a coach and counsellor, she blends coaching, subconscious belief work, positive psychology, and mindfulness to create lasting change.

Having lived in Hong Kong, Australia and Dubai, and previously working as cabin crew, Liz brings global life experience and emotional insight to her work. She later worked in education supporting emotional resilience and is a bestselling co-author, passionate about helping women rediscover their confidence and potential.

linkedin.com/in/liz-murray-coaching/

About Tes Macpherson

Tes is co-founder of ClientsOnline, helping consultants, coaches and experts serve many more clients, while staying true to what makes their work meaningful. With 30 years as a software designer and entrepreneur, Tes brings practical wisdom and infectious energy to the intersection of AI and human expertise.

In a world where clients are increasingly asking ChatGPT instead of hiring experts, Tes is on a mission to show solopreneurs how to stay relevant - not by competing with AI, but by using it to keep themselves central to what genuinely matters. She speaks with candour, humour, and zero tolerance for jargon.

linkedin.com/in/tesmacpherson/

Ep 09: How Trusting Your Intuition Transforms Your Business with Andrea Rainsford

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this encouraging interview, Andrea Rainsford shares her journey of overcoming health challenges, redefining success, and empowering women to prioritise joy and authenticity in their lives and businesses. Discover her bold move to step away from social media, her innovative Buyology™ approach to client attraction, and the importance of trusting your intuition.

Key Topics

Health and wellness journey
Social media and online presence
The concept of Buyology™ in client attraction
Trusting intuition and energy in decision-making
Balancing life, business, and personal fulfillment

Sound Bites

"There needs to be a different way."

"You take one day at a time."

"I don't know how I did it."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Andrea Rainsford

02:50 The Bold Move Away from Social Media

06:02 Creating Space for Personal Growth

08:57 Health and Its Impact on Life Choices

11:46 The Journey of Guilt and Recovery

15:05 The Power of Belief and Determination

17:54 Navigating Guilt and Relationships

20:57 The Importance of Trusting Yourself

23:54 The Birth of the Fractional Movement

27:07 Understanding Buyology™ in Business

30:10 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Resources:

Work is Not Your Life. Complimentary recording from Andrea: https://subscribepage.io/31jexr

Speak and Shine Summit - May 7th 2026

brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Andrea Rainsford:

Andrea is a business growth expert and the creator of Buyology™.

Buyology™ is her unique approach to business, built around understanding people, how they think, connect, and make decisions. It brings together values, personality, learning style, business style, connection style, buying style and selling style, so businesses can grow through clear, data-informed, solution-based services that feel aligned and are ready to be bought.

Andrea’s 30-year career includes global business development roles at Ernst & Young and Eversheds, where she secured multi-million-pound contracts and developed a deep understanding of what drives sustainable growth.

After stepping away from corporate life, Andrea redefined what success looked like. She chose to build a business rooted in kindness, connection, clarity and freedom.

Today, she works with founders who want to grow through sought-after, well-positioned solutions, rather than more noise or activity.

At the heart of everything Andrea teaches is a simple belief: business can be powerful, profitable and deeply personal when it starts with who you really are.

Connect with Andrea:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-rainsford-business-growth-expert

Ep 08: From Trauma to Transformation: A Journey of Empowerment with Sarah Jepson

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this inspiring interview, Sarah shares her story from pain to finding her purpose, including her experience with domestic abuse, overcoming burnout, and building a supportive community for women entrepreneurs. Discover how she claimed her story, embraced vulnerability, and empowered others to do the same.

Key Topics

Journey from trauma to transformation
Overcoming burnout and reclaiming life
The importance of vulnerability and storytelling
Building supportive communities for women
Empowering women to embrace their stories

Takeaways

Sharing your story can be a powerful act of healing and empowerment.
Claiming space for difficult topics like domestic abuse is transformative.
Authenticity and vulnerability strengthen leadership and community.
Building a supportive environment helps women overcome trauma.
Boldness and audacity can lead to unexpected opportunities.

Sound Bites

"We don't have to be defined by trauma."

"I wanted to step into my full authentic self."

"You embody your story when you own it."

Resources:

Complimentary workshop: How to create calm in a busy world and with busy lives: link.madeformore.ai/widget/form/tlZWS60Tr9iHELHB9oBh?notrack=true

Speak and Shine Summit - May 7th 2026: brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Sarah Jepson:

Sarah Jepson is an entrepreneur, founder and advocate with over 16 years’ experience in business — a journey that became her lifeline to financial independence and, ultimately, the freedom to leave an abusive relationship. For the past three years, Sarah has used her voice publicly to share her lived experience of domestic abuse, coercive control and recovery, offering hope and reminding other women that healing is possible. Now 47, and a mother to two daughters aged 16 and 19, she is passionate about helping women create futures on their own terms.

Sarah is the founder of Six Degrees, the membership platform for growth-minded female founders and business owners, built by founders, for founders. Designed for women who are serious about sustainable growth, Six Degrees combines business coaching, wellness, peer support and strategic connection in one place. Members receive two coaching sessions each month, weekly community calls, access to 70+ masterclasses and a private platform designed to help them grow with more clarity, confidence and consistency. Six Degrees exists to help female founders build businesses that last — with the strategy, accountability, support and community they need, like having a co-founder in their pocket.

Connect with Sarah:

sixdegrees-group.com/

linkedin.com/in/sarahjepsonsixdegreesnetworkforfemales/ and linkedin.com/company/sixdegrees-group/?viewAsMember=true

instagram.com/sixdegreescommunity/ and instagram.com/iam_sarahjepson/

Ep 07: From Turbulence to Triumph: A LinkedIn Success Story with Rachel Barber

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0100

Rachel Barber, a LinkedIn strategist and mentor, shares her journey of leveraging authentic relationship-building, strategic messaging, and personal resilience to grow her impact and business on LinkedIn. Discover how she turned health challenges into strengths and learned the power of genuine conversations and clear messaging.

Key Topics

Building authentic relationships through DMs
Strategic messaging and clarity in branding
Turning health challenges into strengths
The importance of vulnerability and imperfect action
Using humor and personality to stand out
The role of visibility and relevance on LinkedIn
Creating safe spaces for impact-driven work
The significance of storytelling and values in branding

Sound Bites

"I love it."

"Relevance beats reach."

"Energy is a currency."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rachel Barber

03:06 The Power of LinkedIn Strategy

05:56 Building Authentic Relationships on LinkedIn

08:50 Visibility vs. Relevance in Content Creation

11:53 The Importance of Clarity in Messaging

14:47 Embracing Vulnerability and Authenticity

18:02 The Role of Personal Experience in Business

20:52 Creating Safe Spaces for Voices

24:04 Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience

26:46 Finding Joy and Fulfillment in Work

30:10 Conclusion and Upcoming Initiatives

Resources:

LinkedIn Lurkers to Leads Accelerator

subscribepage.io/linkedin-lurkers-to-leads-free-accelerator

Speak and Shine Summit - Next event May 7th 2026

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Rachel Barber:

I’m a LinkedIn strategist, mentor and copywriter helping impact makers and action takers attract, nurture and convert the right clients through strategy and storytelling.

Because when you find your marketing joy, you find your voice. And your voice, your story and your knowledge? They matter.

In early 2024, I decided to go all in on LinkedIn during a turbulent phase in my business. The result? I 5x’d my client base and created my highest ever revenue year.

In 2025, after being diagnosed with a chronic health condition, I needed my business to work differently. Less hustle. More intention. More support from my content, profile and conversations.

That year, I nearly tripled my client base again while working fewer hours than ever.

Now, I help my clients do the same. Build visibility, start meaningful conversations and create a steady stream of enquiries without burning out or feeling like they have to be “on” all the time.

Beyond LinkedIn, I’m a storyteller at heart, with a background in content marketing, stand-up comedy and campaigning for women’s equality.

Connect with Rachel:

Website: https://subscribepage.io/rachel-barber-everything

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelkbarber/

Ep 06: BREAKING! The Inside Scoop to Getting Major Visibility Through PR with Amanda FitzGerald

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0100

Amanda FitzGerald shares her journey from self-doubt to becoming a leading visibility advocate, including her 'Mutton March' movement, stage confidence, and practical PR tips to amplify your message.

Key Topics

Amanda's journey to visibility and confidence
The story behind the Mutton March movement
Practical tips for getting media coverage
Overcoming fear and self-doubt on stage
The importance of authentic storytelling

Sound Bites

"PR snowballs into media success."

"Turning a troll into a movement."

"The Mutton March empowers women."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Major Visibility

03:04 The Journey to Overcoming Self-Doubt

05:52 The Power of Personal Stories

08:58 Creating a Movement from Adversity

11:47 The Importance of PR in Visibility

15:00 Practical Tips for Effective PR

18:05 Building a Supportive Community

20:49 The Mutton March Movement

23:49 Empowering Women to Shine

27:13 Conclusion and Call to Action

Resources:

2026 PR Planner with over 70 press hooks! https://go.amandafitzgerald.co.uk/planner

Authority Bio Toolkit Including Nail it in 8 - The Sharpest Elevator Pitch Formula that Turns Heads: https://go.amandafitzgerald.co.uk/visibilitytoolkit

Join Amanda’s Major Visibility Collective WA Group for tips, invites and opportunities: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EBHCtH7WYIhF4nDkIR6dff

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Amanda FitzGerald:

Known by her clients as Major Visibility, Amanda FitzGerald is a PR and AI Visibility expert, speaker, and mentor on a mission to help women own the room, own their voice, and become the go-to authority in their field.

She first cracked the PR code promoting her luxury knitwear brand, securing features in glossy magazines and national press. Demand quickly followed, leading to the launch of her PR consultancy.

With more than a decade of experience helping thousands of women sharpen their message and authority, Amanda created her signature 5 Stages of Visibility Blueprint and the AI Visibility Blueprint to help experts become discoverable, citable, and trusted in an AI-led world.

Running her PR agency ‘that gives you agency’, she offers Done For You, Done With You, or Done By You services designed to elevate visibility fast.

Backed by a team of working journalists, clients land features in outlets such as the BBC, ITV, Forbes, The Guardian, and The Times, alongside top podcasts and speaking opportunities.

She is the founder of the Mutton March, a national campaign challenging age stereotypes and championing visibility for women.

Connect with Amanda:

Website: www.amandapr.com, www.amandapr.com/mutton-march

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandafitzgeraldpr/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaprexpert, https://www.instagram.com/mutton-march

Ep 05: From Logo Lady to Stage Star with Trudie Avery

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this inspiring conversation with Trudie Avery, aka The Logo lady, she shares her journey from Graphic Designer to branding expert and speaker. Discover how her deep understanding of archetypes, human connection and bold public speaking has transformed her clients’ brands and lives.

Key Topics

The power of branding and visual identity
Using archetypes to understand and connect with your audience
Building confidence through public speaking and visibility

Sound Bites

"It really changes perceptions of themselves"

"I’m going to rip this apart and start again"

"Just put yourself out there and do it"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Trudie Avery and Branding

03:26 The Emotional Impact of Branding

06:19 Understanding Archetypes in Branding

09:26 Trudie's Journey into Public Speaking

12:20 The Power of Saying Yes

15:06 The Evolution of Trudy's Brand and Packages

18:11 Creating the Empowering Women to Rise Book Cover

21:28 The Confidence to Invest in Yourself

24:10 The Impact of Visibility on Business

27:04 Final Thoughts on Public Speaking and Growth

Resources:

Take the Brand Archetype Quiz: https://www.logolady.com/personality-quiz

Action Points

Take the brand archetypes quiz to understand your core personality
Start public speaking to build confidence and authority
Invest in yourself to unlock new opportunities

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Trudie Avery:

Trudie Avery is an award-winning branding expert, speaker, author, and the creative force behind LogoLady.

With 30 years’ experience in graphic and web design, Trudie helps businesses look professional, credible, and worth choosing. She believes branding isn’t about decoration, but about perception: how quickly people trust you, take you seriously, and decide whether your business feels established or overlooked.

Working with ambitious startups through to established, blue-chip companies, Trudie has a talent for translating tangled ideas, half-formed visions, and “I’ll know it when I see it” briefs into brands that are clear, confident, and commercially effective. Her work creates brands that connect emotionally, attract the right clients, and support long-term growth.

Known for her straight-talking approach and deep dislike of clichéd branding, Trudie combines strategic thinking with creative instinct and a sharp eye for detail. She asks the questions others don’t and creates brands that feel like a natural fit, not a costume.

Her work is guided by three core values: fun, creativity, and kindness.

Her mission is simple: to help brilliant businesses look as good as they actually are, and to create confidence, clarity and pride for business owners.

Connect with Trudie:

Website: https://www.logolady.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trudie-avery/

Ep 04: Reclaiming Your Voice with Gill McKay

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this empowering episode of Say Yes To You, I welcome my first guest, speaker coach and partner-in-crime Gill McKay, as we explore a powerful question: why do women stop themselves from saying yes? Together, we dive into the mindset blocks, self-doubt, and comparison traps that can hold us back from stepping into visibility and embracing opportunities whether that’s on stage, in business, or in life. Drawing on our experience with the Speak and Shine Collection, Gill and I share real stories and practical strategies about creating safe spaces, moving beyond perfectionism, and reframing those internal gremlins that whisper “why me?”

Our conversation is honest, relatable, and full of golden nuggets, showing how real growth happens when women support each other, celebrate their uniqueness, and take imperfect action. Gill also opens up about some of her own life-changing “yeses” including quitting drinking, delivering a deeply vulnerable TEDx Talk, becoming the Speaker Coach with Speak and Shine showing the incredible ripple effect that one bold decision can create. ✨

Key Takeaways:

Safe spaces fuel courage, surround yourself with women who hold you, uplift you, and have your back is key for stepping into visibility and dispelling self-doubt.
Social media can trigger “comparisonitis,” but remembering your unique strengths and messaging helps you connect with the right audience.
Perfection isn’t the goal. Audiences value authenticity and realness far more than over-polished performances; being yourself on stage is what truly resonates.

Resources:

Discover more about our Speak and Shine Connector session here:

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-connector-session.

Listen to Gill’s TEDx Talk: The Surprising Stigma of Sobriety

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewwAAYxPfRQ

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

About Gill McKay:

Gill runs Inquisitive Coaching, helping mid-life women to break free from the hold of drinking, find their alcohol-free voice and start living a life on their own terms.

With a background in neuroscience, Gill is also an award winning TEDx speaker and best-selling author of ‘STUCK: Brain Smart Insights for Coaches’.

Gill is a qualified Executive Coach and Group Facilitator and has worked with hundreds of clients to increase their confidence in communications and public speaking, to overcome imposter syndrome, become comfortable in their own skin and share their stories with a positive mindset in service of others. She is on a mission to help everyone recognise that their message matters and they can create change in the world by finding and sharing their voice.

Connect with Gill:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillmckay/

Website: https://gillmckay.com/

Book: ‘STUCK: Brain Smart Insights for Coaches’

Ep 03: The Power Cs – Connection, Community & Collaboration

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:15:00 +0100

In this uplifting episode of Say Yes To You, I take you on a deep dive into the three “Power Cs” that have transformed my business and visibility: Connection, Community, and Collaboration. Drawing from personal experience and the evolution of my own brand, I reveal how finding the right people, spaces, and intentions has shifted everything from feeling isolated to becoming unstoppable.

I share candid stories about navigating “wrong rooms,” letting go of relationships that no longer serve us, and the strategic ways I keep meaningful connections alive post-networking. From vibrant online communities to energizing in-person events, I show how building your tribe can spark joy, inspire growth, and open doors you never thought possible.

Key Takeaways:

Find your aligned rooms. It’s not just about networking for networking’s sake—seek out spaces (online and in person) that nurture your growth and business.
Be intentional with your connections. Follow up with those who spark something in you, and use small nuggets from your first meeting to stay memorable and authentic.
Community breeds confidence. Surrounding yourself with vibrant, like-minded women is crucial for overcoming the challenges of entrepreneurship and feeling less alone.
Collaborate for greater impact. Partnerships are most powerful when complementary skills, mutual respect, and shared aspirations unite and when you genuinely enjoy working together!
Hybrid connection is key. Deepen relationships by combining online networking with real-life meetups.

Something to Try:

After your next event or networking session, jot down notes about each person who resonated with you, what stood out, what they wore, or a random detail. Follow up authentically in the DMs (no sales pitch needed!), and arrange a virtual coffee or in-person meetup to keep the conversation flowing.

For more inspiration and to join a supportive, vibrant community, check out the Speak and Shine Connector sessions (every second Thursday at 11am, free!).

Resources:

Join our Connector session here:

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-connector-session

Why not be a part of the Summit too! Event tickets are available here:

https://www.brand.kieradair.com/speak-and-shine-summit-0705-tickets

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Instagram: instagram.com/kier_adair/

Ep 02: Realising the Power of Saying Yes

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:30:00 +0100

In this transformative episode of Say Yes To You, I take you on a powerful journey through the pivotal moments that shaped my mantra and the podcast’s namesake of saying yes to you. From my fearless 19-year-old self, passport and camera in hand, to the energy-draining years I spent in corporate life, I share how my choices, intuition, and sometimes audacious yeses ignited real change in my life.

I open up about the reality of feeling lost in the “shoulds” of life, the brave leap I took from a “safe” corporate role into the uncertain world of entrepreneurship, and how each yes from booking a business coach I wasn’t sure I could afford to rediscovering my passion for photography sparked a ripple effect not only for me, but for countless other women.

As the founder of the Speak and Shine Collection and a dedicated brand photographer, I share the magic that happens when women choose visibility over fear. Inspired by the true stories of Sally, Pauline, Gemma, Caz, Trudie, Karen, Amanda, and Sapna, women who transformed their lives and careers with one courageous yes, I reflect on the powerful impact that comes from finally saying yes to ourselves.

Key Takeaways:

The courage to say yes to yourself and your intuition can shift the entire trajectory of your personal and professional life.
Fulfillment is found by aligning your actions with your purpose, not just following the path of least resistance or “shoulds.”
Visibility is a catalyst for more than business growth; it’s the foundation for becoming unstoppable.
Community is everything. Surrounding yourself with vibrant, supportive women creates powerful momentum and lifts you higher.
Audacity pays off. Your willingness to ask, step up, and invest in yourself is the spark for true transformation.

Something to Try:

Reflect on a moment when you followed your gut or took an unexpected chance. Where might you be called to say yes to yourself right now—even if it feels scary or uncertain? What’s one bold action you can take to step closer to your true self, purpose, or dream?

For ongoing inspiration, stories of women rising, and practical tips to grow your visibility and confidence, hit follow and stay tuned for more episodes. And if you’ve found value here, please leave a 5-star review to help other women discover their own “yes” moments!

Resources:

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T Kiyosaki

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Ep 01: My Shower to Stage Story

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100

In this inspiring first episode of Say Yes To You, I share my deeply personal journey from feeling unseen and unheard to spearheading a movement that empowers women to find their voice. What began as an idea in the shower eventually grew into the Speak and Shine Summit. Along the way, I open up about the real struggles I’ve faced with chronic fatigue, health setbacks, and the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship.

As a visibility expert and founder of the Speak and Shine Collection, I talk honestly about how I overcame self-doubt, perfectionism, and the fear of standing out, challenges so many women face. Through my story, I share the magic that can happen when we step up, show up as our real selves, and lean into the power of community support. I also introduce the concept of the “brand image effect”, how images and visibility can build confidence, attract opportunities, and ultimately create greater success.

Key Takeaways:

Visibility is transformative, embracing your story and showing up authentically can shift everything, both personally and professionally.
Community amplifies courage. Surrounding yourself with supportive, vibrant people is key to sustaining momentum and overcoming self-doubt.
Health comes first. Listening to your body and prioritizing well-being can reignite your passion and energy.
Progress is layered, not overnight. Years of experiences, relationships, and tiny brave acts set the stage for those “overnight” successes.
Say yes to new challenges. Taking bold action, even when it feels out of your comfort zone, can create ripple effects far beyond your initial intentions.

Something to Try:

Reflect on an area where you’ve been playing small or hiding. What one action could you take today to step into greater visibility, even if it feels imperfect? Sometimes it just starts with saying "yes" to you.

For more empowering stories and to join a community where your voice truly matters, hit follow and tune in to upcoming episodes. And if this episode resonated with you, leave a 5-star review so more women can discover their unstoppable potential!

Resources:

Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

Say Yes to You! – Is Here

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 02:15:00 +0100

Are you tired of playing small and hiding behind the scenes? Watching people with less experience step into the spotlight while you dim your own light? Feeling deep down that you were meant for more, yet still holding yourself back?

I’ve been there. And I’m here to tell you: it’s time to step out of the shadows and get visible.

Welcome to Say Yes to You! - my podcast for women in business who are ready to be seen, heard, and fully themselves.

I’m Kier Adair - Visibility Expert, Founder of The Speak and Shine Collection, International Brand Photographer, and Best-Selling Author. With over 20 years of experience, I empower women to rise, grow their businesses, and claim the success they deserve. I created this show as an invitation to stop waiting for permission and start saying yes to you.

Say Yes to You! is uplifting, empowering, and real. Each episode features honest conversations, practical visibility strategies, and stories from my own journey, including the powerful shifts that happened every time I said yes to something that scared me. I’ll share the life-changing year in my business that began with a simple idea and grew into a movement, and why connection and collaboration are essential for feeling safe enough to be truly seen.

This isn’t just another podcast paying lip service to visibility. These are raw, relevant conversations that women need to hear to understand what becomes possible when we get out of our own way. Alongside my solo episodes, I’ll be bringing on inspiring thought leaders who will motivate you to step up, speak out, and take action.

More women need to be seen and heard if we want meaningful change. So if you’re ready to become the elevated version of yourself, the woman who says yes to opportunities without second-guessing her worth, her voice, or her potential. This podcast is for you.

It’s your time. It’s your voice. It’s time to say yes to you.

Make sure you follow the show so you never miss an episode.

About Me Kier Adair:

Now, I blend my creative eye, strategic insight, and passion for women’s empowerment to help my clients move from unseen and unheard to truly unstoppable.

Connect with Me:

Website: kieradair.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kier-adair

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