Is entrepreneurship really about hustle, or is it more about resilience and balance?In this episode of Low to Grow, Annie sits down with Erika Brodnock MBE, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, and champion of inclusivity in the tech industry. Together, they explore how knowledge, coaching, and mental health practices can transform not only careers but also lives.Erika shares her personal journey of building companies, navigating the challenges of securing funding in tech, and creating innovative solutions like KinHub to make...
Is entrepreneurship really about hustle, or is it more about resilience and balance?
In this episode of Low to Grow, Annie sits down with Erika Brodnock MBE, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, and champion of inclusivity in the tech industry. Together, they explore how knowledge, coaching, and mental health practices can transform not only careers but also lives.
Erika shares her personal journey of building companies, navigating the challenges of securing funding in tech, and creating innovative solutions like KinHub to make coaching and mental health support more accessible. From the role of AI in democratizing coaching, to why saying "no" is a radical act of self-care, this conversation will inspire you to rethink success, well-being, and the future of work.
You’ll learn:
- Why entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint
- How coaching can improve mental health and performance
- Ways AI can enhance coaching and reduce stigma
- The importance of inclusivity in the workplace for growth and innovation
- How to balance work-life pressures without burning out
- Why knowledge outweighs recognition when building long-term success
If you’ve ever struggled with self-limiting beliefs, work-life balance, or finding the right coach or therapist, Erika’s insights will give you practical strategies to move forward with confidence.
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Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Erika Brodnock
05:23 – Childhood Influences and Early Education
11:51 – Realizations in the Tech Industry
21:15 – Self-Limiting Beliefs and Therapy
29:07 – The Birth of KinHub and Its Mission
36:31 – Overcoming Stigma with AI Coaching
40:17 – MBE or MBA? The Value of Knowledge vs. Recognition
43:07 – Exploring Inclusivity and Economic Empowerment
45:27 – The Future of Coaching: Human and AI Collaboration
48:15 – Balancing Work and Well-being in Entrepreneurship
50:42 – Outro
Follow Erika Brodnock
Website: https://www.kinhub.com/
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/erikabrodnock
Please Note: Low to Grow is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. If you’re experiencing challenges with your mental health, please reach out to a qualified professional. Free resources are available at https://www.mind.org.uk.
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