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What happens when the data tells you one thing, but your instincts tell you another? Laura Liles is the founder of Australian fashion brands Kinga Csilla and Ciao Ciao Vacation. After 20 years in the fashion industry and a decade building brands of her own, she’s learned that some of her best business decisions haven’t come from following the formula. They’ve come from trusting her instincts. In this episode of Reset, Laura joins me to talk about creativity, entrepreneurship and what it really takes to build a fashion brand without losing the magic that made you want to create in the first place. Laura shares what happened when her team leaned heavily into data and AI to design collections, only to find they fell flat with customers. We talk about balancing creativity with commercial reality, knowing when to take advice and when to trust yourself, and why the most unique thing you can bring to a business might simply be you. We also talk about starting a business before you feel completely ready, finding community as a founder, building the right team, showing up online, and Laura’s vision for taking her brands beyond fashion and into jewellery, travel and immersive experiences. In this episode: ​Building Kinga Csilla and Ciao Ciao VacationCreativity vs data when making business decisions​Why following conventional business advice doesn’t always work​Trusting your instincts as a founder​How to start a fashion brand​Turning an idea into a business and building momentum​Why community matters when you’re running a business alone​Finding inspiration outside your own industry​ Building a team around your strengths​Showing up on social media as a founder​Why experience and industry relationships matter before launching​Laura’s plans for jewellery, accessories and immersive brand experiences​The future of retail, fashion and creating brands people want to experience Whether you’re building a business, dreaming about starting something of your own or trying to hold onto your creativity while turning it into a career, this conversation is a reminder that there isn’t one formula for doing it well. CONNECT WITH LAURA Laura Liles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_liles_/ Kinga Csilla Website: https://kingacsilla.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinga_csilla/ Ciao Ciao Vacation Website: https://ciaociaovacation.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciao.ciao.vacation/ CONNECT WITH RESET Reset with Ash Cam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resetwithashcam/ Ash Cam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____/

Motherhood can be beautiful, messy, hard and magic all within the one day.  For this special episode of Reset, we recorded live at the first ever Sable Bebe community event, surrounded by 50 mums and a gorgeous group of babies. You might hear some of them throughout the episode as we share an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, work, wellbeing and learning to trust yourself along the way. Joining me on the panel are Maddi, a Psychologist; Riley a Business Coach; and Caitlin a Dietitian. We’re all mums, bringing different experiences, perspectives and expertise to the conversation. We talk about the expectations we had before becoming mums versus the reality, the advice that didn’t work for us, asking for help, navigating big emotions, finding little ways to feel like yourself again and letting go of the idea that there’s one “right” way to do motherhood. More than anything, this conversation is a reminder that every experience is different. We can listen to the advice, learn from the experts and hear what works for other mums, while still trusting ourselves to work out what feels right for us and our families. A note from Sable Bebe: “At Sable Bebe, we believe in creating newborn essentials that are not just thoughtfully designed but also bring comfort, care and connection to the journey of parenthood. Our first ever event extended this mission beyond our products by creating a space for mothers to connect, hear honest conversations about real experiences and feel less alone by surrounding themselves with a supportive community.” A huge thank you to Sable Bebe for bringing this community together and inviting Reset to be part of such a special morning. CONNECT Sable Bebe Website: https://www.sablebebe.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sablebebe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sable.bebe Caitlin Ireland https://www.instagram.com/caitlinirelanddietitian Riley May https://www.instagram.com/therileymay Maddi, Bump to Bloom Psychology https://www.instagram.com/bumptobloompsychology Reset Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resetwithashcam Ash Cam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____

Your personal brand isn’t a logo, colour palette or font. It’s what people say about you when you’re not in the room. And whether we’re intentional about it or not, we all have a personal brand. Today’s podcast guest is Valeria, a personal branding expert who helps people become known for what they do best. We talk about why being really good at what you do isn’t always enough, how to become more visible without feeling like you need to become an influencer, and why the strongest personal brands aren’t designed to appeal to everyone. Valeria shares the idea of treating your personal brand like a magnet: the right people will be drawn to you, some people will be repelled, and that’s okay. Because staying neutral and trying to appeal to everyone can make it much harder to stand out. We also get practical about what to actually share online, building a brand when you’re multi-passionate, using AI without losing your personality, and how to become known for something while still leaving room to evolve. Whether you’re building a business, growing your career or simply want more of the right opportunities to find you, this episode is packed with practical ideas to help you build a personal brand that feels like you. Follow Valeria: https://www.instagram.com/thevaleriaramirez Follow Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____ Follow Reset: https://www.instagram.com/resetwithashcam

I love sitting down with entrepreneurs to talk about business, branding, leadership and the future. This conversation with Becky Morton, Founder of Peony was one of those chats I could have continued for hours. Becky took a risk and left her stable career in law to launch her own label in one of the most competitive industries in the world. Her Australian swimwear and resort brand Peony is now loved and stocked around the world. We talk about the early days of the business, the idea of “don’t die wondering” and what gave her the confidence to back herself and begin. Becky shares what it has taken to grow Peony into a global brand while staying true to its values, how she makes difficult decisions and what she has learned about leadership, community and building a genuinely sustainable fashion business. We also talk about motherhood, imposter syndrome, trusting your intuition and how to know when an idea is worth pursuing. If you’re building something of your own, considering a career change or wondering whether it’s time to back yourself, I think you’ll take so much from this conversation. https://www.peonyswimwear.com https://www.instagram.com/peony

Becoming a solo mother by choice is increasingly common, yet for many of us, it’s still something we haven’t encountered personally or know very much about. It’s a topic I’ve wanted to explore on Reset for a long time, so I’m delighted to be joined by Michelle Smith, founder of Ova Acupuncture, women’s health and fertility practitioner, and soon-to-be solo mother by choice. What if finding a partner and becoming a mother didn’t have to happen in that order? After a significant breakup at 29, Michelle began asking herself two separate questions: did she want a relationship, and did she want to become a mother? Realising that motherhood was the priority gave her the clarity to stop waiting for the traditional order of partner first, baby second, and begin creating a family on her own terms. Michelle takes us inside the emotional and practical realities of becoming a solo mother by choice, from deciding to pursue IVF and choosing a sperm donor to preparing financially, building her village and planning for motherhood while running a business. We discuss: How Michelle knew solo motherhood was the right path for herWhy dating had started to feel like an interview for the role of fatherThe different options available for donor conceptionHow she chose her sperm donor and the letter that sealed her decisionThe IVF process and the approximately $30,000 she spent on her fertility journeyHow she plans to explain her child’s donor conception from an early ageThe family, friends, community and paid support forming her villagePreparing her business for maternity leave and returning to workHow becoming a mother may shape dating and relationships in the futureThe financial planning and practical conversations worth havingWhy this decision is not a consolation prize or a Plan B Michelle speaks with so much confidence, honesty and joy about choosing motherhood. This conversation is both a practical introduction for anyone considering solo motherhood and a powerful reminder that our lives don’t have to follow one prescribed timeline. As Michelle says, she hasn’t given up on love. She simply decided she was ready to become a mother now. Follow Michelle:
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What does it take to keep reinventing yourself, spot opportunities others miss and build what’s next? Lisa Messenger is the founder of Collective Hub, a bestselling author and entrepreneur who has spent decades building businesses, launching ideas and challenging the way things have always been done. In this episode, Lisa and I talk about reinvention, resilience and what it means to be an entrepreneur in a world that is changing faster than ever. We explore how Lisa thinks about opportunity, why asking better questions matters, what she has learned from interviewing some of the world’s most influential people including Sir Richard Branson, and why she believes this next chapter of business is full of possibility. We also talk about AI, motherhood, the future of work, knowing when to let go of an idea, starting again and what Lisa would build if she had to start from zero today. If you’re thinking about what’s next for you, your career or your business, this conversation will give you plenty to think about. Try Collective Hub free for 30 days:https://members.collectivehub.com/checkout/collective-30-day-access Connect with Lisa Messenger on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamessenger/ Follow Collective Hub on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collectivehub/ Connect with Ash on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____/ Follow Reset with Ash Cam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resetwithashcam/

What were you doing when you were 10 years old? For Sophia Rizzo, she was starting a business. What began with selling pots of glitter to friends at school has grown into Glitter Girl, an Australian beauty brand with customers around the world. Along the way, Sophia was invited onto Shark Tank at just 16 and is now leading the business full time at 18. In this episode of Reset, we talk about what it's really like growing a business while growing up. From building a brand online and leading a team, to learning from products that didn't work and navigating social media as a young founder. Whether you're building a business, raising a child with big ideas or simply love hearing the stories behind Australian founders, there's something in this conversation for you. In this episode we discuss: ​ Starting Glitter Girl at just 10 years old​ Selling glitter at school before launching online​ What Shark Tank was really like behind the scenes​ Growing a beauty brand through social media​ Advice for parents supporting entrepreneurial children​ Leading a business at 18• What Gen Z really wants from work​ Learning from products that didn't sell​ Working with suppliers and developing new products​ Growing internationally and what's next for Glitter Girl​ If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love it if you followed the show and shared it with someone who'd enjoy the conversation. Thank you for joining us. Ash x Follow Sophia & Glitter Girl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glittergirl.au TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glittergirl.au Follow Reset with Ash Cam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resetwithashcam TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resetwithashcam

What does it actually take to turn a side hustle into a successful business? In this episode of Reset, I'm joined by Layla Morris, founder of Dr Diamond, the Australian brand behind the viral jewellery cleaning pen that ended up in Hailey Bieber's handbag. Just 10 months after launching, Dr Diamond has generated more than 7 million views on TikTok, expanded internationally, and built a loyal customer base around a product that is redefining jewellery care. Before becoming a founder, Layla was thriving in a corporate career she genuinely loved. But the idea of building something of her own never quite went away. In this conversation, we unpack how she knew it was time to back herself, what it really looked like to turn an idea into a product, and why building a business is often far messier than it appears from the outside. We also talk about the unconventional marketing strategies that helped grow the brand, including showing up to Fashion Week to clean influencers' rings, proactively creating opportunities instead of waiting for them, and the story behind how Dr Diamond ended up in Hailey Bieber's handbag. Whether you have a business idea sitting in your Notes app, are thinking about launching a product, or simply need a reminder that you don't need to have everything figured out before you begin, this episode is packed with practical lessons and plenty of inspiration. In this episode, we cover: ​How to know if you should start a business ​Going from a corporate career to building a brand ​Turning an idea into a physical product ​Finding suppliers and manufacturers for the first time ​Building a premium brand from day one ​Why creating opportunities beats waiting for them ​The Fashion Week strategy that helped Dr Diamond get noticed ​How the brand generated more than 7 million TikTok views ​The story behind getting Dr Diamond into Hailey Bieber's handbag ​The role family played in the early days of the business ​Expanding internationally just months after launch​The skills from corporate life that became invaluable as a founder​What surprised Layla most about entrepreneurship​The realities of building a successful business that people don't often see​Advice for anyone with a dream sitting quietly in the background Connect with Layla and Dr Diamond Website: https://drdiamond.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdiamonnd/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdiamonnd Website: www.drdiamond.com.au If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend who's been talking about starting a business "one day."

From Y2K fashion and 90s nostalgia to film cameras, scrapbooking, reading, craft nights, and analogue hobbies suddenly becoming “cool” again… it feels like everyone is craving something from the past right now… But what if this cultural shift is about more than trends? What if people are actually searching for joy, creativity, presence, community, and permission to feel alive again? In this week’s episode of Reset, psychologist Rebecca McWilliam joins me for a conversation about play, hobbies, joy, burnout, nervous system regulation, and why fun is far more important to our mental health than most adults realise. We unpack why so many adults feel emotionally flat even when life looks “good on paper,” why women often turn hobbies into productivity projects, and how modern life may be disconnecting us from the parts of ourselves that once felt most alive. In this episode, we discuss: ​ Why so many adults feel emotionally exhausted even when life looks good on paper​ The psychology of play and why hobbies support mental health​ Why women often turn hobbies into productivity or side hustles​ Why nostalgia, Y2K trends, and analogue hobbies are rising again​ What childhood hobbies can reveal about your personality and needs​ Nervous system regulation, burnout, and emotional overwhelm​ Why business owners and high achievers especially need hobbies outside of work​ How social media and optimisation culture affect joy and creativity​ Why so many people feel overstimulated but under-inspired​ Small ways to reconnect with fun, creativity, and aliveness again If you’ve been feeling overstimulated, emotionally flat, or like life has become all responsibility and no play, this episode is your reminder that joy is not something you have to earn. Because success means very little if you never feel fully alive while living it. Find Bec here: https://rebeccampsychology.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/psychologistbec/ https://msha.ke/rebeccampsychology/

If you’ve been feeling mentally drained, overwhelmed, or like your brain never switches off, this episode will help you understand why and show you how to reduce the mental load and finally feel lighter. In this episode of Reset, I’m joined by Professor Leah Ruppanner to unpack the mental load so many women are carrying and why so many of us feel constantly overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and responsible for holding everything together. We talk about emotional labour, invisible responsibilities, and how the pressure of modern life, work, and relationships can quietly lead to burnout. If you’ve ever felt like you’re thinking about everything all the time, this conversation will help you feel seen, understood, and supported with practical tools to reduce the mental load, set boundaries, and create more space in your life. The cover of Leah’s chart-topping new book Drained makes a bold promise: that by reducing our mental load, we can do less and be more. More successful in our careers, more fulfilled in our lives, and more impactful in the world. In this episode, we unpack exactly how. Leah is a leading sociologist at the University of Melbourne, CEO of Lighten Lab, and has been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, The Washington Post, and CNN for her data-driven insights on gender, equity, and workplace policy. In this episode, we cover: What the mental load actually is and why it feels so heavyThe invisible and emotional labour women carry every dayWhy so many high-achieving women feel overwhelmed and burnt outThe 8 types of mental load and how to recognise them in your lifeHow the mental load shows up in relationships and at workPractical ways to reduce the mental load and set better boundariesHow to navigate gender bias in the workplace (and use it to your advantage)A sociologist’s perspective on where to focus your time and energyIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you’re doing everything but still not getting ahead, this episode will help you feel lighter, clearer, and more in control of what actually matters. Take the free mental load assessment https://www.lightenlab.com/assessment Listen to the MissPerceived Podcast  Buy Leah’s best selling book Drained  https://www.booktopia.com.au/drained-leah-ruppanner/book/9781761471957.html?srsltid=AfmBOorIAs9WdiOH2bm-5y8teJrJ6DNiYdHfp_SUwgEh8qW0lZ5qjgMH Follow Leah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/prof.leahruppanner Follow Ash on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____

If you’ve been feeling a little off lately… a bit flat, overwhelmed, or not quite like yourself, this episode will help you understand why. In this conversation, Ash sits down with psychologist Lara Beaton to unpack the real impact of constant negative news, doomscrolling, and the emotional weight so many of us are carrying right now. Because it’s not just you. We’re living in a time where we’re more connected than ever, but also more exposed to distressing headlines, global uncertainty, and information overload. And while staying informed matters, it can quietly take a toll on our mental and physical health. This episode is here to help you make sense of what’s happening in your brain and body and more importantly, how to feel lighter, calmer, and more like yourself again. You’ll walk away feeling validated, grounded, and equipped with practical ways to stay informed without feeling consumed. In this episode, we cover: • Why you’ve been feeling “off” lately (and why it makes sense) • The psychological impact of constant negative news exposure • What doomscrolling is actually doing to your brain and nervous system • How anxiety, stress, and emotional fatigue can build without us realising • The guilt of feeling happy when the world feels heavy • How to hold both awareness and optimism at the same time • Simple, realistic ways to reduce your mental load without disconnecting completely • Practical tools to feel calmer, more grounded, and back in control A reminder as you listen: You’re allowed to stay informed and still feel joy. You’re allowed to care deeply about the world and still protect your energy. And you’re allowed to create a life that feels good, even when things around you feel uncertain. Connect with us: Lara Beaton Website: https://www.larabeatonpsychology.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larabeatonpsychology Reset Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reset___podcast Ash Cam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____

In this episode of Reset, Ash sits down with Kirstin-Lee Keysers,founder of Australian fashion label Kivari, to explore what can happen when you take a risk on yourself and back your dream. What started as a holiday idea and a cancelled flight home has grown into a multi-eight-figure fashion brand, with beautiful stores across Australia and a global online community of more than 370,000 followers. Kiki shares the real story behind building Kivari - from selling at markets to opening flagship stores, scaling a high-performing team, predicting fashion trends months in advance, and navigating the logistics of releasing new collections multiple times a month. This conversation goes deep into entrepreneurship, career change, business growth, leadership, marketing, team building, and how AI may shape the future of the fashion industry. It’s an honest, inspiring episode for anyone craving change, considering starting over, or wondering if it’s too late to pursue a dream. In this episode, we cover: How Kivari was born from a holiday ideaWhat it was really like building the brand in the early daysGrowing from markets to bricks-and-mortar stores across AustraliaOnline vs in-store sales and scaling a retail businessBuilding and leading a high-performing teamThe marketing strategies driving growth right nowHow fashion collections are designed months in advanceTrend forecasting and consumer behaviourSurrounding yourself with the right people as a founderThe future of Kivari and the fashion industryHow AI may change fashion and retailAdvice for women wanting a career change later in lifeA message from Kiki’s 90-year-old future selfWhether you’re an aspiring founder, a creative, a career-driven woman, or simply someone craving inspiration to take the next step, this episode is a reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. Where to from here? https://www.kivari.com.au https://www.instagram.com/kivari_the_label/ https://www.instagram.com/kiki_keysers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstin-lee-keysers-38a4a563/

Making new friends as an adult can feel surprisingly hard. We want to… but everyone’s calendars are full, and it just doesn’t happen like it used to. In this solo episode, I’m sharing the story behind Reset Walk Club - a simple idea that came together quickly and is now launching across multiple cities in Australia. This conversation is for you if you’ve ever felt like: your life has grown, but your circle hasn’t quite caught upyou want to meet new people, but don’t know where to startyou’re craving more connection, better conversations, and a resetWe talk about: why leaving your hometown can help you discover who you really arewhy you don’t actually need to move to create that same energyhow friendships evolve as we grow through different seasons of lifewhy it’s important to keep adding to your circleand how to make connection feel easy againWalk Club is designed to be simple: one hour, once a month, already in your calendar. No pressure. No awkward networking. Just real conversations, fresh air, and like-minded women. Find all the details, locations, and upcoming dates here: https://events.humanitix.com/host/ash-cam-reset Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reset___podcast

Why can friendship feel so hard as an adult? Why do so many of us feel lonely, disconnected, or like we've outgrown our old friendships? In this honest and heartfelt episode, Ash is joined by Psychologist Ally to talk about the messy, emotional and deeply human reality of friendship in adulthood. Whether you're navigating new life phases like motherhood, career shifts, or personal growth... or simply wondering how to make new friends as an adult, this episode offers real insight, comfort, and tools. You'll learn: * Why friendships change in your 20s and 30s and that’s okay * What the Harvard Happiness Study reveals about friendship and longevity * How to be a good friend, even when you're in different life seasons * Why we can feel more lonely in the age of social media * What to do when you feel left behind, disconnected, or like you’ve outgrown someone * How to find your people and build deeper connections as an adult Whether you're craving more meaningful connection, grieving an old friendship, or trying to find your place socially this episode is for you. Links & Resources: 🎧 Reset Podcast episode on navigating your 20s & 30s: https://youtu.be/O_RJ7NVFcPE 📖 Harvard Happiness Study (via Forbes): https://www.forbes.com/sites/adriangostick/2023/08/15/harvard-research-reveals-the-1-key-to-living-longer-and-happier/ Follow Ally on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/congruencepsychology/ Work with Ally: https://www.congruencepsychology.com Follow Ash on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____/ — If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the show and leave a review it helps more people find these important conversations.

If you stopped working tomorrow, how long could you financially survive on your own? Not in theory. Not in a spreadsheet somewhere.In real life. Lately I’ve been seeing headlines about rising homelessness in Australian women over 55. At first, it feels distant. But when you dig deeper, this isn’t just about homelessness. It’s about superannuation gaps.It’s about part-time work and motherhood.It’s about divorce.It’s about rising cost of living, rent vesting and what really happens financially when life doesn’t go to plan. In this episode, I sit down with financial adviser Jayde Jenkins to unpack the financial blind spots women can’t afford to ignore and what we should be doing in our 20s, 30s and 40s to protect ourselves. We talk about: * Why homelessness in women over 55 is rising in Australia * The long-term financial impact of career breaks and part-time work * What divorce really means for superannuation and property * Rent vesting and whether it protects you long term * Reverse mortgages and accessing equity later in life * The financial red flags women consistently overlook * Why personal insurance matters more than most of us realise * How to build an emergency fund even if you’re starting from zero * The financial order of priorities if you’re earning well and want a clear roadmap This conversation isn’t about fear. It’s about awareness. Because the women most affected aren’t irresponsible. They’re capable, educated women who experienced illness, separation, age discrimination or simply underestimated the long-term impact of stepping out of the workforce. If you care about financial independence, protecting your future and making sure you always have options, this episode is for you. Watch the episode about Divorce with Divorce Lawyer Steph https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rt5VRTIeCfqY6lqsdTjit?si=osuHOJawSmav0wlpaR2mMQ&pi=OPmEw2m3So2DL&t=0 Connect with Jayde on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jayde_financialadviser Follow Ash on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashcam____ New episodes weekly. Follow Reset so you never miss a conversation your future self will thank you for.