Flourishing Unfiltered: Tackling Loneliness, Self-Doubt, and Overwhelm in Business
Have you ever felt like an imposter, questioning your worth and fearing judgment if you seek help?
Do you experience the isolation of entrepreneurship, overwhelmed by the sheer amount of work and responsibility?
Are you a new coach or leader struggling to find clients while maintaining a facade of success?
Welcome to Flourishing Unfiltered: Tackling Loneliness, Self-Doubt, and Overwhelm in Business - THE podcast for high achievers who seek a professional life that feels as good as it looks and are tired of feeling like they’re the only ones struggling on their journey towards success.
Born out of countless conversations with new coaches, leaders, and entrepreneurs, Flourishing Unfiltered addresses these often overwhelming challenges. Hosted by Dr Maike Neuhaus, a psychologist specialising in self-leadership and positive psychology, and Kerrin Smith, a positive psychology coach and leadership consultant, our podcast is dedicated to those who aspire to realise their potential and live their purpose but face significant obstacles along the way.
Our mission is to normalise these struggles and provide a supportive space where professional growth is celebrated and vulnerabilities are shared. We believe that by diving into the seldom-discussed aspects of the journey—struggles, self-doubt, and vulnerability—we can create a community of understanding and empathy.
Each episode features an interview with a successful guest willing to share their raw, unfiltered experiences. Following each interview, we reflect on our guest's insights, offering additional perspectives and practical strategies. Our discussions aim to empower high achievers to embrace challenges as essential steps towards their true potential.
Our vision is a world full of business leaders who feel understood, validated, and empowered. Through raw, vulnerable, and honest conversations, Flourishing Unfiltered provides practical guidance and strategies to help you navigate your professional path and achieve a meaningful impact.
Join us for inspiring stories, valuable lessons, and a supportive community where your struggles are understood, and your growth is celebrated. Subscribe now to start your journey towards a fulfilling and significant professional life.
Flourishing Unfiltered: Tackling Loneliness, Self-Doubt, and Overwhelm in Business
Aaron Tait (Bailen) on living deliberately
🎙️ In today's episode of Flourishing Unfiltered, we speak with Aaron Tait!
Aaron is the co-founder of the impact accelerator ygap.org, the co-founder of the K-12 education platform ec.inc (sold to the tech unicorn Go1.com in 2022) and the co-founder of Microsoft’s Imagine Cup Junior AI program. He is a graduate of the University of Cambridge, holds three Master’s degrees, and is an innovation advisor for the leadership and strategy agency bymany.com.au.
From war zones to slums, Aaron has worked across the globe as a military officer, humanitarian, and social entrepreneur and now writes to help people live deliberate lives filled with purpose.
He is a best-selling author of Dream Team, Entrepreneurs That Change Lives (and How to Be One), Edupreneur, and Live Deliberately (substack). Aaron He lives in Byron Bay, Australia with his wife Kaitlin and their two sons.
👉 In this episode, Aaron shares his transformative journey as a social entrepreneur. He reflects on the key lessons he’s learned, from prioritising authorship over ownership to the power of adaptability and resilience. He offers insights into how social change happens when people are empowered to take ownership of the process, while also recognising the strength in having a reliable co-founder by your side.
Aaron’s story emphasises the importance of openness to change and the mindset needed to embrace challenges head-on. He highlights the personal privilege of having the freedom to prioritise family, and the joy of being fully present with loved ones. Aaron also shares a sneak peek into his upcoming memoir, which delves into his experiences in the military and working in African townships.
🪴 Proudly sponsored by The Future of Flourishing: https://www.futureofflourishing.com/
🫶🏼 With kind support from PositivePsychology.com: https://positivepsychology.com/
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FIND OUT MORE about Aaron Tait
đź”—Connect with Aaron on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronjtait/
đź”—Find out more about Aaron here: https://www.aaronjtait.com/
🔗Find out more about Aaron’s business Bailen here: https://www.bailen.us/
🔗Find out more about Aaron’s non-profit organisation Ygap here: https://ygap.org/
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🔗Buy Aaron’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Aaron-Tait/author/B0CT695FVW?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1725679799&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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PLEASE NOTE:
If you or someone you know is struggling with feelings of loneliness, low mental health, or suicidal thoughts, please know that there are people who care and treatments that can help. Here are some helplines and resources where you can get support. Befrienders Worldwide (www.befrienders.org) offers a directory of helplines by country.
