Lolly's Secrets Podcast: Grow and develop into your best self

There are many different opinions on the role of exes in our lives. Some people believe that we should cut all ties with them and never speak to them again, while others think that they can still be a valuable part of our lives. What is the right answer? That depends on your personal situation. In this episode, we will explore both sides of the argument and help you decide what is best for you.

In this episode, we'll be exploring how to find your life purpose. We talk about taking assessment tests to figure out your talents and skills, and we also talk about the importance of service to others. We're going to talk about looking at your life experiences. What has life taught you so far? What challenges have you faced, and how did you overcome them?

In addition to looking at your life experiences, another great way to find your life's purpose is by talking to those who know you best.

Friends and family can offer valuable insights into your strengths and weaknesses, and they may have suggestions for what you could do with your life.

Similarly, mentors can provide guidance and support as you explore different options. By talking to those who care about you, you can get a better sense of what you're good at and what you might enjoy doing. In addition, they can offer encouragement and advice when you're feeling lost or uncertain.

Ultimately, discovering your purpose in life is a journey that requires exploration and self-reflection. However, talking to others can be a great way to get started.

Are you considering a career as a driving instructor? 

It's a great gig—lots of freedom, flexible hours, and the satisfaction of helping new drivers get on the road. 

But it's also a lot of hard work. If you're looking for some tips on how to make the most of your driving instructor career, you've come to the right place! 

In this episode, we chat with Natalie Reilly about her journey to becoming an approved driving instructor and get some tips for some new drivers along the way!

Keep listening for some helpful tips on how to get started.

If you want to connect with Natalie Reilly, her details are as follows:

Do you post your relationship on social media?

There are many benefits to social media such as reminiscing, letting friends and family know you're still going strong, or showing off a new relationship.

But there are also some risks- social media may give people the wrong idea about your relationship, or it may be too new or unstable to share.

So what should you do? Weigh the pros and cons and make a decision that's right for you.

Do you know what your core values are? 

If not, it's time to figure that out. Your core values are the guiding principles that dictate how you live your life. 

They're the things that matter most to you, and they shape who you are as a person. 

Knowing your core values is important because it allows you to stay true to yourself, no matter what life throws your way. 

So, if you're not sure what your core values are, now's the time to figure them out. 

Don't worry, we'll help! Just keep Listening!

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In this episode, we chat with Chef Imoteda and discuss her journey to becoming a successful private chef and restaurant consultant.

She throws us some major nuggets on things you should put in place when starting a business as a chef.

Talks about peers and mentors that inspire her like Chef Fregz, Chef Massing Bottura and Chef Grant Achatz.

We get some exciting recipes.

We learn ways of overcoming challenges with clients.

If you want to connect with Chet Imoteda, her social handles are as follows:

Intimacy is one of the most important aspects of any relationship, but it's often difficult to know how to improve it. 

Improving intimacy can be tough, but it's worth it! Not only does a healthy intimate life make you happier, but it also makes your relationship stronger.

We have tons of advice on how to increase intimacy in your relationships. From understanding what intimacy really is to getting tips on how to be more open and communicative with your partner, we've got you covered. Let us help you get Intimacy right!

Self love isn't always about feeling good about who you are. However we all need tough love every so often- know that change doesn't happen overnight. Give yourself time and space to grow into the person you want to be.

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In this episode, I interview Cecilia Agu, a sex and intimacy coach who has a motto that "Orga$m is important"!

Some key takeaways for relationships:

1. Be with your friend

2. Have a support system

3. Make sure your relationship is a partnership

Listen till the end for 3 $ex tips and a bonus!

If you want to know more about Cecilia Agu and connect with her, please see her details below:

Have you ever wondered why the people nearest and dearest to your heart are just not as supportive of your business venture as you hoped they would be?

Well... in this episode, we go deep and look at it from all sorts of angles.

Try not to get too far into your feelings! I know I struggled!

Also! Here's the book that has helped with keeping my perspective in check. It is small but mighty! 

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Today we are breaking down why it is so important to unpack our emotional baggage before we go into a new relationship.

We also look at the process of actually unpacking the baggage, what to do after we have unpacked it, the typical types to look out for and future outlook.

Stick around till the end for some key nuggets.

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Sope Opayemi Takes us through her journey of becoming an interior designer and drops some key nuggets that we will note below.

1. If you are pivoting from an existing career to move into interior design or are already in the middle of studying another course, you can always research schools that can take your grades and convert some of your scores into a master's program, the way Sope did.

Tip 1 - Work experience is very useful for dipping your feet into the pool to see if you're really interested or if it is just a phase. You get to see what a full day looks like and understand if it is really for you.

2. Relationships are important - jobs are based on the relationships between you and your client. Building on and maintaining those relationships is key to your success.

3. Your team -  having the right team is essential to any interior designers success because your team can make or break your projects

Source the through referrals, pick them by skill level, test their skills, work ethic, and willingness to earn. Incentivizing your team is important

 Tip 2 - Management skills are fundamental to any interior designer. You must have people skills and be able to get the job done regardless of the situation

4. Networking - Join your associations to meet other interior designers as well as others in the industry so that you can get chances at collaborations. However, caution is advised as some collaborations may come with their own problems.

5. Monetization - payment is normally a percentage of the budget or the project and varies from project to project.

Further monetization can be gained by using specific vendors to earn a commission depending on the partnership you have with them.

6. Involvement of a Client in the Project - a commercial project is usually 50% and residential 80%

7. How do you decide on a client? - a) budget, b) size of the project. c) client's commitment to the project, d) creative license, e) the rate at which the client pays you, f) vibe.

Some unethical practices in the industry:

A. clients holding on to your balance when you have completed the work to their specification

B. sexual harassment from clients

C. Pressure to gain clients in unethical ways

Tip 3 - Design Home App is a game on IOS and Android phones that lets you be an interior designer in the game. try it!

8. Diversify - real estate is a nice way to diversify. You can buy a property, redo the interior and flip it. Alternatively, you can build a purpose building like a resort

Tip 4 - The difference between a decorator and an interior designer is that a decorator cant effect changes to the built form. They can only make the space look aesthetically beautiful. An interior designer makes indoor spaces functional by determining space requirements and selecting essential and more decorative items such as colours, lighting, and materials. they must be able to draw, read and edit blueprints. you do not need a degree to be a decorator but you definitely need a degree to be a designer.

9. Residential pet projects can be a saviour in building your portfolio

10. No project is too small. It is all about building your portfolio.

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Here are 5 things to note When working on your support system:

1. Reassess who you lean on for support on the different areas of your life (financial, emotional, spiritual, etc)

2. Make sure that the people in your support system are supposed to be raised to the importance level of "support system" - not everyone is cut out for such an important role.

3. Check to see if everyone is doing what they are meant to be doing in the role they are supposed to play in your support system. e.g your financial support supporting you financially? your mentor advising you and leading you right?

4. Time to set boundaries- Unacceptable behaviour is no longer tolerated. The level can only be determined by you.cut off, partial, etc

5. Find new people who will complete your support system in the right way e.g. meet up groups. church, therapist, activity-based clubs, etc

Bonus tip!

Be aware that what goes around, comes right back around. Learn to be your first critic. self-awareness is critical. Assess yourself! make sure you are also there for your loved ones and checking to be sure you are doing your part in their support system before you get cut off too!

Continuous assessment is key!

I hope this helps keep you sane in a not so sane world.

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Ciao!

Lolly