Episode Details

Audio: Just a heads-up, the audio in the first few guest interviews isn’t perfect (we’ve been navigating a few tech gremlins), but everyone must start somewhere. Please stick with us, the stories are worth it, and the audio will improve.

Welcome to the first guest episode of Life After I Left!

And what better way to kick things off than with a powerhouse guest who embodies personal transformation, bold storytelling, and the courage to step into the unknown?

In this episode, I sit down with Jacqui Maloney, a speaking and communications coach, to talk about what it takes to build a personal brand, break out of comfort zones, and navigate the highs and lows of life on the road.

In this episode, we cover:

• Jacqui’s decision to leave Melbourne and embrace digital nomad life, with all the emotional ups and downs that followed
• The real talk on loneliness, community building, and creating connections while constantly moving
• How shifting her business online opened up unexpected growth and global opportunities
• The secret sauce to building a personal brand people remember, even when you’re not in the room
• Why visibility, showing up authentically, and taking small bold steps (like cracking a joke in a service lift) can change everything
• My own reflections on growing as a speaker and podcast host, and how Jacqui’s coaching helped me launch this podcast and the Life After I Left live events

This episode is a reminder that the journey after “leaving” isn’t always glamorous, but it can be deeply transformational, especially when you stay true to yourself and your mission.

Connect with Jacqui on her ⁠website⁠, on ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn ⁠

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