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Against The Grain

Against The Grain

Written by: Louise Fuster
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Despite the fat furphy we've been fed, there's no ‘one way’ or ‘right way’ to do life, and nor is there a ‘one size fits all’ approach to success and fulfillment.

The Against The Grain podcast is for the jaded woman who is done feeling discontent with her lukewarm life and can sense her inner rebellion rising.

The woman who knows she is meant for more. She's ready to courageously ditch the rule book and willingly take action to lead a life that is different to what's expected. A life that energises and excites her. A life that she's proud of and pumped about!

Tune in to hear Louise share her stories and wisdom and connect with interesting and inspiring humans who are living with intent, pursuing change as a choice and leading the way towards shaping their own success story.

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Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • 23 - 3 Ways To Level Up Your Leadership
    Aug 30 2024

    There’s this misconception about LEADERSHIP - that only the chosen few are leaders, that the title of leader has been reserved for the top ranks only. There’s also this belief that to be a great leader you need to change the world.

    Not true! We are ALL leaders. It doesn't matter if you're the president, a professor or a humble parent, you ARE a leader.

    You see leadership has nothing to do with your title. It’s about how you treat people, how you listen, how you make them feel.

    So whatever role you play in life - be it personal or professional - at some stage leadership WILL be required of you. So wouldn’t it be wise to figure out how you can become the best leader you can be?

    This episode talks about the big shift we're starting to see in how we view leadership, and the emergence of modern leaders leading from their heart and putting service ahead of self-interest.

    You’ll learn what good leadership looks like and how you can easily level up your leadership abilities and positively impact others.

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    Connect with me on IG: louise.fuster

    Jump on my mailing list HERE

    Grab your free Retreats On Repeat workbook HERE

    Work with me as your coach HERE



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    12 mins
  • 22 - How To Persevere When All You Want To Do Is Quit
    Jul 26 2024

    Perseverance is a quality highly valued in our society. Some like to say it’s the secret sauce to lifelong success. And yet, while it is a valuable trait, it isn’t the sole determinant of success.

    There are many factors that contribute to success - there’s also focus, consistency, passion, attitude, and a willingness to learn, grow & adapt. However having a solid commitment to yourself to stick at things is the one thing that will always give you an edge in life and in business.

    Perseverance matters. And WHAT we persevere at matters.

    To experience anything meaningful in life - be it excelling in your craft, becoming a leader in your field, building a business or running a marathon - it will require some devotion to your long-term visions.

    In this episode of Against The Grain you’ll learn ways to strengthen your perseverance, and how to stay the course when your perseverance tank might be running on empty.

    Send us a text

    Connect with me on IG: louise.fuster

    Jump on my mailing list HERE

    Grab your free Retreats On Repeat workbook HERE

    Work with me as your coach HERE



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    14 mins
  • 21 - The Impact Of Heartfelt Hospitality On Your Guest’s Experience
    Jul 5 2024

    Hosting a ‘holy crap this is the best retreat I've ever been to’ is less about your itinerary and inclusions and more about how you make your participants FEEL.

    So while gift bags and monogrammed journals are definitely nice they're not going to create such a lasting impression that your guests trip over themselves to come back for more of whatever it is you’re offering.

    You wanna know what will though? Providing GENUINELY GREAT HOSPITALITY!

    Yep…

    • Actually giving a sh*t about your attendees
    • Having their best interests at heart, and
    • Making that your unique point of difference


    It’s no longer enough for people to leave your retreat feeling relaxed and inspired for a fleeting fluffy moment. The experience you’ve delivered should resonate long after your event ends. And it's your duty as a retreat leader to create that.

    This episode of Against The Grain emphasizes the importance of providing genuinely great hospitality:

    • What it is
    • Why it’s vital in elevating your guest experience, and
    • How you can incorporate it into your retreat business.


    Because aside from delivering on your retreat promise, embodying HEARTFELT HOSPITALITY is what will bring your attendees back to do business with you time and time again.

    *Note: This episode is relevant to any individual or business who provides some form of customer service - how you treat your people, how you listen, how you make them feel should be right at the top of your priority list.

    Send us a text

    Connect with me on IG: louise.fuster

    Jump on my mailing list HERE

    Grab your free Retreats On Repeat workbook HERE

    Work with me as your coach HERE



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    11 mins
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