Hong Kong Confidential

After going through her own mental health issues, Jessica Yeung realised that finding support in Hong Kong was not very easy or cost effective. She decided to start her own online mental health support platform, Common Care Central where clients are matched with therapists and they can have affordable care in the comfort of their own home. Jessica has a large pool of mental health professionals that she can connect with clients and she takes the time to try and match the right professional with each person who reaches out to her. The supports services that she provides are much cheaper than most professionals in Hong Kong and the fact that the sessions are done online means that people do not have to go to a clinic for professional help. Jessica's goal is to help others in Hong Kong feel empowered to take charge of their mental health as she personally understand what it is like to struggle with mental health issues with very little support. Common Care Central: https://www.commoncarecentral.com/ Hong Kong Co

Kat Roma Greer is the curator of Micro Galleries and is an urban disruptor and creator of public art that brings about positive change. Micro Galleries is a socially conscious global arts initiative, social impact project and virtual creative hub that uses art as a vehicle to generate small injections of positive change into people's lives around the world. Kat's focus is bringing art and awareness to minority groups, remote communities and underprivileged people across the globe with a focus on climate disruption. She was voted one of Australia’s 100 Women of Influence for Culture. This incredible, insightful and fascinating interview will warm your heart. Micro Galleries: https://microgalleries.org/ Kat Roma Greer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katromagreer/?originalSubdomain=hk Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford

Sherryn Hancock is an Australian CPA who talks about her work as an accountant who focuses on helping people sort out their finances during a divorce. She has become a specialist in this area and also provides practical advice and goes the extra mile by giving emotional support throughout the process. Emotions run high, decisions have to be made, and her clients have to think about their future financial needs. She helps them take control of their finances and become clear about what they need to move forward in life. Sherryn works with people from all walks of life and is really a pillar of strength for her clients as they try to navigate all aspects of divorce and the financial pressure that goes along with it. Sherryn Hancock: https://www.sherrynhancockcpa.com/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://

Geneticist Arun Kiran speaks to us about the benefits of DNA and genetic testing. We discuss his work at Circle DNA as a genetic counselor and the ways that genetic testing can help with knowing if you have a genetic pre-disposition to cancer or other illnesses. Genetic testing can also assist people with family planning, prenatal testing and weight loss, just to name a few. Arun shares his wealth of knowledge about genetic testing with us. The work that he is doing is innovative and ground breaking and will help people to make smarter choices about their health, family and future. At CircleDNA, Arun and his team empower Individuals with valuable health insights, to live healthier and happier lives. CircleDNA: https://circledna.com/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfid

Leith Stewart is an Occupational Therapist and Director of Young Folk Therapy. She shares her insights on home learning during the Coronavirus pandemic. Leith gives parents many different ideas and strategies to help them support their child with online learning. We discuss how parents need to balance their own careers whilst having their children study at home. We share the positives and negatives of the current situation and Leith gives us a number of valuable coping strategies. This podcast is a must for any parent who is helping their child with home learning during the COVID-19 restrictions. Young Folk Therapy: https://youngfolktherapy.com/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfidential/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTube and anywhere you find you

Christine Deschemin from Renewed Edge is a Master Hypnotist and Hypno-coach based in Hong Kong. She is passionate about helping other people enhance their lives. With a strong interest in peak performance, she has helped athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and individuals overcome behavioral and emotional challenges and reach success. Christine explains how hypnosis is as an excellent form of therapy for a plethora of issues and ailments. Hypnosis is a natural state that can be harnessed to make positive changes in your life. Hypnosis refers both to a state of focused awareness and the techniques used to bring about that state. We discuss her new hypnosis app called Upnow which sounds amazing. This app is such wonderful way to look after your own well-being at any time. Renewed Edge: https://www.renewed-edge.com/ Please visit my Patreon page if you would like to sponsor the production of Hong Kong Confidential Podcast. I have many great rewards to offer my supporters. Thanks for taking the time to check out

Jeff Rotmeyer is the founder of ImpactHK, a registered NGO, that believes in the importance of kindness in addressing the pressing problem of the homeless in Hong Kong. Their journey started with the simple aim of doing one act of kindness per month for the homeless. They have grown significantly since then and many volunteers have joined ImpactHK in their journey to support the less fortunate in a meaningful and measurable way. Together, the whole group has evolved into a powerful humanitarian movement with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the plight of the homeless in Hong Kong. Jeff was the keynote speaker exploring kindness through leadership as a part of West Island Schools innovative Frontier program: an enrichment program for year 13 students in their final term of school. Hence you will hear some questions from some of the listeners of the webinar in the podcast and the format is a little different from other Hong Kong Confidential podcasts. ImpatHK: https://impacthk.org/ Hong Kong Confide

Julien Sicard from Genius Encel Agency talks about his life as a CEO and entrepreneur. He shares many tips with us about how we can use LinkedIn as a tool to help find jobs, build a brand or further our business ventures. We discuss content strategies, lead magnets, key words and how to optimize your LinkedIn profile. Julien talks about his role as co-president of LinkedIn Local Shanghai. He also explores some of the skills and talents that a strong CEO should exhibit and what he has learnt most about himself on his entrepreneurial journey. This interview is a must for anyone wanting to keep up with the digital revolution or become a successful entrepreneur! Genius Encel Website: https://geniusencel.agency Genius Encel Blog: https://blog.geniusencel.agency Personal Website: https://juliensicard.com Personal Blog: https://blog.juliensicard.com Online Courses: https://university.geniusencel.agency Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julien-sicard-genius-encel-agency/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/

Marie Kretz Di Meglio is the Director of Uplifters, creating better lives with online education. The non-profit organisation helps migrant domestic workers and underprivileged communities break the cycle of poverty and build the lives they want for themselves, their families and their countries. We talk about the wonderful work that she and her team do with migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong and a number of other countries. It’s great to see the online programs that they are running to help women to build financial literacy and life skills. Uplifters: https://uplifters-edu.org/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfidential/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTube and anywhere you find your podcasts.    Support the show: https://www.patre

David Pope from 'All Voice Talent' talks about his work as a voice coach and advisor. He helps to make good speakers into great speakers. We discuss common issues with the voice and what can be done to improve an individuals speaking skills. We explore the impact of positive and negative voices on listeners. Also he shares key tips for giving a presentation- a week before, right before, and during the event. David explains how to create a positive impression using body language and eye contact. Confidence is something that can be learnt and David gives us a number of tips. There are so many amazing skills that can be discovered by listening to this podcast. We are lucky to have David share so much of his wisdom and knowledge with us. All Voice Talent: https://www.allvoicetalent.com/ David Pope: https://www.linkedin.com/in/popedavid/?originalSubdomain=hk Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.face

Rodelia Pedro Villar talks about her work supporting migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong through her Facebook page, Domestic Workers Corner Hong Kong. She has been a Domestic Worker in Hong Kong for 18 years and has created a vital support network for other helpers. She has over 74k followers on her Facebook page and offers constant emotional, legal and financial support to others and connects them with different charities and agencies. She gives the women any support that they need, while encouraging them to be the best versions of themselves. Rodelia is an amazing woman, a wonderful role model and has such a big heart. It was a pleasure to interview her. Rodelia's page: https://www.facebook.com/rmpDWCornerHK/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfidential/ Subscribe on

Benita Chick is an amazing role mode and we discuss the many ways that she is making a difference in this world! Whether it be through her LGBT advocacy, eco-warrior initiatives, mental health awareness goals, SDG education platform at Encompass HK and her coaching business. Encompass HK offers training and consulting in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), along with diversity and inclusion, to help alleviate some of the inequality issues in Hong Kong and Asia. Benita is one of the most inspirational humans I have met and she is making her mark on both the planet and it’s people! Encompass HK: http://encompasshk.com/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfidential/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTube and anywhere you find your podcasts.  

Lucinda Pike is the CEO of Enrich HK where she and her team empower migrant domestic workers to invest in themselves. They support migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong to overcome financial difficulties and achieve their goals and dreams. Although domestic workers may earn higher salaries in Hong Kong than in their home countries, a lack of financial literacy can often leave them ill-equipped to deal with the enormous pressures on their finances, including recruitment debt, family obligations, extortionate interest rates or scams. Enrich graduates learn how to plan an save for the future and make informed financial decisions. I learnt so much in this interview and I hope my listeners will also find it very enlightening and interesting. Enrich HK: https://enrichhk.org/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: htt

Mandy Lee talks about her life, her travels, her love of dogs and how cooking helped her to overcome some of her personal struggles. Mandy is unapologetically candid and tells it like it is. She is raw, passionate and has a dark sense of humor. Mandy wrote a cookbook called ‘The Art of Escapism Cooking’ and it’s amazing. A brilliant cookbook with her personal journey woven in amongst the gorgeous recipes and stunning photography. She feels that cooking is a 'deeply personal, ever-evolving, solitary sport' and she explains why she believes this. There is something magnetic and exciting about Mandy and she is willing to bare her soul and share her personal thoughts and secrets with us in this deeply personal interview. Mandy Lee: Instagram @ladyandpups https://ladyandpups.com/tag/the-art-of-escapism-cooking/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/

Simon Squibb is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, motivational speaker, podcast host and mentor. He has started 17 businesses, invested in over 65, and has mentored hundreds of founders. Simon shares his journey from starting his first business when he was 15 to his retirement in his early 40s. Having sold his award-winning insight-driven branding and digital agency based in Hong Kong, Fluid, to PwC, Simon now focuses on inspiring, motivating and guiding both budding and experienced entrepreneurs by sharing his personal experiences, insights, ideas and tips on his website and through his social channels and The Good Luck Club Podcast. He discusses his successes and his failures and what he has learned about running a business along the way! He opens up and gets real with us about many deep topics.  Simon Squibb: www.goodluckpod.com  www.simonsquibb.com Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: ht

Ana Rivera is a mother, an actress and model. She talks about her modeling career and her agency, Model One in Hong Kong. This is a fascinating insight into the world of modeling and fashion. Ana tells us about the highs and lows of working in the modelling industry and how she managed her life traveling around the world as a teen. She faced a number of different challenges both with the people she worked with and living away from home as a teen. She shares the ways she is now trying to make changes to the modelling industry by the way that she supports and mentors younger models at her agency. Model One: http://www.modelone.hk/en/ Ana Rivera: https://instagram.com/ana_r?igshid=1miztxhv8eoju Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfidential/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spoti

Prolific author, Shobha Nihalani talks about her journey as a writer. We focus on her new novel, ‘Blue Jade’ and how it has a strong female protagonist with a gripping story set in both India and Hong Kong. Shobha writes mostly fiction, especially stories that involve gory murders, mad chases and fiery personalities: all seasoned with the spice of Indian culture. Shobha shares some tips for budding writers and gives us some insights into the life of a writer. We also learn a lot about the process of writing and publishing a book. This is such a helpful podcast for anyone interested in a career as an author. Shobha: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorShobhaNihalani Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongconfidential/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/juleshannaford/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hongkongconfidential/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTub

Amanda Micallef is an inspirational role model for women, the LGBTQ+ community, fitness fanatics and entrepreneurs. She opens up about her time on MAFS Australia and gives us some of the inside information on the show and her experience. Amanda is a proud lesbian and shares her coming out story and reminds us that it is be important  for us all to be true to ourselves. She is unequivocally herself and is confident and passionate about all aspects of her life. Amanda shares how her sexuality was not easily accepted by all of the members of her traditional European family and the impact that this has had on her. She is a personal trainer who takes pride in her own health and well-being and this translates into her being a fantastic coach for her clients. She is always thinking of ways to expand her business and have a positive impact the people she works with. We discuss how she has become a role model for the LGBTQ community and she accepts this mantle with pride. Amanda shares her dreams and hopes for th

Sarah Garner is passionate about sustainable fashion and she explains how she is making a difference in this space through her business Retykle where people can recycle brand name clothes for children and purchase them at discounted rates. Sarah worked in luxury fashion for over ten years for many high end establishments. She knows first-hand how many high quality items often sit in closets with their tags still on or barely worn waiting to find a new home. Retykle allows sellers to turn idle kids clothes into cash without wasting any of their precious time and creating value (not to mention closet space) for themselves and for another family. We also chat about fast fashion and textile waste. Sarah encourages us to be conscious consumers and help save the planet by reducing textile waste and make a positive impact on the environment. Retykle: https://retykle.com/ Hong Kong Confidential Details Email: juleshannaford1@gmail.com Network: https://www.auscastnetwork.com/home/hong-kong-confidential Facebook: https

Dino Hira was working as a Mining Engineer and he was living up to the expectations of a modern world; wanting the best car, the best house, the best clothes, yet he did not know that the best contentment laid in his ability to go within! In 2014, he suffered from poor mental health, thinking there was no hope or purpose to life as he was plagued by the expectations of society. An awakening happened which allowed him to discover meditation on a deeper level, which completely changed his life and led him to accomplish many things.Dino recently launched The Modern Yogi Co, a wellness brand that aims to spread the gifts of mindfulness to help calm the mind and release stress. Dino talks about his amazing work as a meditation coach and healer. He shared his experiences teaching meditation in both a prison and a treatment centre in Australia. He shares his insights into the benefits of meditation with us. He discusses his reality TV experience last year on Married At First Sight Australia and it was great hearing