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You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

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In this podcast, the Accelerator for Enterprising Women takes you behind the closed doors of mentoring sessions with inspirational self-starters like Sarah Davidson, Laura Henshaw, Hugh van Cuylenburg and more. Host Lorraine Murphy facilitates conversations between these top performers and participants from the Accelerator for Enterprising Women Kickstarter Challenge. Be a fly on the wall and be inspired to turn your passion into a profession with real advice from real self-starters from a range of industries.

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Episode 5: Barbara Armstrong on Building Sweet Peanuts and Supporting Women Through Loss

In this episode, Lorraine Murphy mentors Barbara Armstrong, the founder of Sweet Peanut, a social enterprise supporting women and families who have experienced miscarriage or early pregnancy loss.

Together, Barbara and Lorraine explore the intersection of purpose and strategy, from building strategic partnerships and re-engaging with local networks, to refining her communications and marketing. They also touch on the importance of self-care, energy management, and sustaining momentum as a founder working full-time while raising a young family.

This episode is a heartfelt and practical listen for purpose-driven founders balancing mission with capacity.

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You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that. 

Text graphic reads “Secrets of a Self-Starter.” The words "OF A" are in white within a yellow rectangle; the other words are in bold teal text on a white background.

You can undeniably learn a lot from a mentoring session. But how do you get access to some of the best thought leaders? The Secrets of a Self-Starter podcast that does exactly that.