Lead strategically with calm confidence with Estelle Read, Bestselling Author, Coach, Speaker, and guests. Optimising Leader Brilliance is the self-improvement toolkit for leaders ready to break performance ceilings and achieve next level results. Get science-backed strategies and mindset shifts to tackle imposter syndrome, workaholism, anxiety, and self-sabotage. We provide stress relief and burnout solutions to help you reduce your workload and reclaim your time. We also share tools to clarify your strategic direction and deliver the brilliant results you're capable of. Visit: EstelleRead.com
Optimising Your Brilliance
Claim This Podcastby Estelle Read | Optimising Leadership Brilliance Coach | Bestselling Author | Speaker | Beee Founder
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Lead strategically with calm confidence with Estelle Read, Bestselling Author, Coach, Speaker, and guests. Optimising Leader Brilliance is the self-improvement toolkit for leaders ready to break performance ceilings and achieve next level results. Get science-backed strategies and mindset shifts to tackle imposter syndrome, workaholism, anxiety, and self-sabotage. We provide stress relief and burnout solutions to help you reduce your workload and reclaim your time. We also share tools to clarify your strategic direction and deliver the brilliant results you're capable of. Visit: EstelleRead.com
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July 6, 2026
The Stress Hack That Works Even If You Don't Believe It
<p>In this episode of Optimising Leader Brilliance, leadership coach Estelle Read unpacks the essential final piece of personal effectiveness: stress management. Discover what stress really is by understanding your nervous system’s gas and brake model, uncover hidden childhood triggers fueling your stress, and explore DISC-based stress triggers tailored to your personality type. Delve into the five types of imposter syndrome driving overwhelm and burnout, and experience the transformative psychosensory technique called Havening—a powerful tool that helped Estelle recover from chronic fatigue and ME by rewiring stress responses. Packed with practical insights, reflective coaching prompts, and free resources, this episode equips you to break free from stress patterns and reclaim calm, confident leadership. </p><p> </p><p>What You Will Learn: </p><p>💡 How to identify your unique stress triggers—both external pressures and deep-rooted internal patterns shaped by childhood <br>💡 The connection between imposter syndrome types and chronic overwhelm, with strategies to break the cycle <br>💡 Step-by-step introduction to Havening, a neuroscience-backed technique to rewire stress responses and heal emotional triggers </p><p> </p><p>Here’s to your leadership development and personal growth! </p><p> </p><p>Estelle Read </p><p>Bestselling Author, Leadership Coach & Speaker </p><p> </p><p>Timestamps: </p><p>(00:00) Introduction </p><p>(03:24) Welcome & Module Overview </p><p>(04:20) What Is Stress? — Definitions & The Gas or Brake Model </p><p>(08:42) Fight or Flight: The Sympathetic Nervous System </p><p>(09:47) The Stress Bucket & Rest and Digest </p><p>(10:08) The Human Function Curve & Burnout </p><p>(11:23) The ABC Model of Stress (Dr. Albert Ellis) </p><p>(14:36) External & Internal Stress Triggers </p><p>(17:21) DISC-Based Stress Triggers </p><p>(20:41) Reflection Activity: Identifying Your Stress Triggers </p><p>(22:35) Section 2: Introduction to Havening </p><p>(26:41) Imposter Syndrome Types & Their Connection to Stress </p><p>(32:26) Why Change Is Challenging: The Autopilot Mind </p><p>(38:25) The Neuroscience of Havening </p><p>(43:28) Havening Live Practice (7-Minute Session) </p><p>(53:41) Pause, Reflect & Act — Mini Coaching Practice </p><p> </p><p>⭐ Access the Time Generator and save 500 + minutes a week here: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/beee.company/time-generator" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://mailchi.mp/beee.company/time-generator</u></a> </p><p> <br> </p><p>⭐Download My Free Journal & Self-Coaching Tool: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/dab4b2568b71/free-inner-brilliance-outer-shine-journal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://mailchi.mp/dab4b2568b71/free-inner-brilliance-outer-shine-journal</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Follow Estelle Read: </p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Access Resources or Book a Free Discovery Call: </p><p><a href="https://estelleread.com/resources/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://estelleread.com/resources/</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Estelle Read’s Coaching Programmes: </p><p>⬆️<a href="https://estelleread.com/next-level-leadership-programme/%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>The Optimised Leader Programme: NEXT LEVEL</u></a> </p><p>🎇<a href="https://estelleread.com/the-shine-coaching-programme/%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>The Resilient Leader Programme: SHINE</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Buy Estelle Read’s Bestselling Book: </p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/67dE4CH%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Inner Brilliance, Outer Shine: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism and Stress </u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Subscribe to Estelle Read’s Blog: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/a0cfa5a8a10c/8chmrywh3r" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Receive my free workbook: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism & Stress, when you sign up. </u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Help Us Keep Growing & Going: </p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe wherever you listen or watch, leave a review or share it with someone who might benefit. Thank you ❤️. </p><p> </p><p>⭐Listen or Watch on YouTube: </p><p>🎧Listen on your favourite podcast platform here: <a href="https://estelleread.com/podcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://estelleread.com/podcast/</u></a> </p><p>📺Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EstelleRead/podcasts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://www.youtube.com/@EstelleRead/podcasts</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Disclaimer: </p><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific advice. </p>
June 29, 2026
The 90-Minute Rule: How I Went From Bedbound to Boardroom
<p>In this episode of Optimising Leader Brilliance, leadership coach Estelle Read takes you deeper into time optimization by teaching how to align your diary with your natural energy levels, beat procrastination through accountability, and protect your time to boost productivity without burning out. Drawing from personal experience and practical strategies like time blocking, mono-tasking, and energy awareness, this episode empowers you to work smarter while honoring your well-being. Join a live leadership development session packed with actionable exercises and reflective practices designed to help you reclaim control of your time and focus. </p><p><br></p><p>What You Will Learn: </p><p>💡 How to schedule tasks around your natural energy peaks for greater efficiency and less fatigue <br>💡 Proven accountability techniques to overcome procrastination and get important work done <br>💡 Practical methods to protect your time, set boundaries, and avoid distractions for sustained focus </p><p><br></p><p>Here’s to your leadership development and personal growth! </p><p><br></p><p>Estelle Read </p><p>Bestselling Author, Leadership Coach & Speaker </p><p> </p><p>Timestamps: </p><p>(00:00) Introduction </p><p>(01:42) Welcome to Optimising Leader Brilliance </p><p>(02:09) Part 1: Optimise Your Diary Through Your Energy </p><p>(13:03) Part 2: Eliminate Distractions & Establish Boundaries </p><p>(16:09) Part 3: Managing Interruptions, Notifications & Mono-Tasking </p><p>(22:46) Summary & The Time Generator Resource </p><p>(24:09) Grab Your Free Time Generator </p><p>(24:24) Pause, Reflect & Act — Mini Coaching Practice </p><p> </p><p>⭐ Access the Time Generator and save 500 + minutes a week here: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/beee.company/time-generator" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://mailchi.mp/beee.company/time-generator</u></a> </p><p> <br> </p><p>⭐Download My Free Journal & Self-Coaching Tool: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/dab4b2568b71/free-inner-brilliance-outer-shine-journal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://mailchi.mp/dab4b2568b71/free-inner-brilliance-outer-shine-journal</u></a> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Follow Estelle Read: </p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Access Resources or Book a Free Discovery Call: </p><p><a href="https://estelleread.com/resources/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://estelleread.com/resources/</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Estelle Read’s Coaching Programmes: </p><p>⬆️<a href="https://estelleread.com/next-level-leadership-programme/%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>The Optimised Leader Programme: NEXT LEVEL</u></a> </p><p>🎇<a href="https://estelleread.com/the-shine-coaching-programme/%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>The Resilient Leader Programme: SHINE</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Buy Estelle Read’s Bestselling Book: </p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/67dE4CH%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Inner Brilliance, Outer Shine: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism and Stress </u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Subscribe to Estelle Read’s Blog: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/a0cfa5a8a10c/8chmrywh3r" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Receive my free workbook: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism & Stress, when you sign up. </u></a> </p><p><br></p><p>⭐Help Us Keep Growing & Going: </p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe wherever you listen or watch, leave a review or share it with someone who might benefit. Thank you ❤️. </p><p> </p><p>⭐Listen or Watch on YouTube: </p><p>🎧Listen on your favourite podcast platform here: <a href="https://estelleread.com/podcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://estelleread.com/podcast/</u></a> </p><p>📺Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EstelleRead/podcasts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://www.youtube.com/@EstelleRead/podcasts</u></a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Disclaimer: </p><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific advice. </p>
June 22, 2026
I Was a Workaholic — How I Found Leadership Brilliance and Work-Life Balance
<p>In this episode of Optimising Leader Brilliance, leadership coach Estelle Read dives into time optimization—sharing the one word that can save you hours every week, practical systems to cut overwhelm, and why blending time management with assertiveness can dramatically reduce stress. Drawing on personal stories and proven frameworks like the rocks, pebbles, and sand metaphor, Estelle guides you through prioritizing what truly matters, setting boundaries, and creating weekly rhythms that boost focus and energy. Whether you struggle with distractions, overwhelm, or balancing competing priorities, this episode equips you with actionable tools to regain control of your time and productivity. </p><p> </p><p>What You Will Learn: <br>💡 The simple yet powerful system that helps you prioritize key goals over busywork using the rocks, pebbles, and sand metaphor <br>💡 How to set effective time and people boundaries to protect your energy and reduce overwhelm <br>💡 Why combining assertiveness with time-blocking and batching tasks can save you over 500 minutes per week </p><p><br></p><p>Access the Time Generator and save 500 + minutes a week here: <a href="https://mailchi.mp/beee.company/time-generator" target="_blank">https://mailchi.mp/beee.company/time-generator</a><br></p><p> </p><p>Here’s to your leadership development and personal growth! </p><p> </p><p>Estelle Read </p><p>Bestselling Author, Leadership Coach & Speaker </p><p> </p><p>Timestamps: </p><p>(00:00) Introduction </p><p>(01:21) Welcome </p><p>(01:47) Module 7: Time Optimisation Overview </p><p>(09:13) Activity: Time Audit </p><p>(12:41) Awareness & Choice </p><p>(15:36) The Rocks, Pebbles & Sand Metaphor </p><p>(16:59) The Urgent vs Important Matrix </p><p>(22:02) Planning, To-Do Lists & Diary Blocking </p><p>(24:30) The 20/80 Pareto Principle </p><p>(27:37) Weekly Routines & Habits </p><p>(34:49) Time Blocking </p><p>(35:36) Managing Your Production Line </p><p>(36:47) Pause, Reflect & Act - Mini Coaching Practice <br> </p><p>⭐Download My Free Journal & Self-Coaching Tool: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/dab4b2568b71/free-inner-brilliance-outer-shine-journal" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://mailchi.mp/dab4b2568b71/free-inner-brilliance-outer-shine-journal</a> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Follow Estelle Read: </p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://linktr.ee/EstelleAtBeee</a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Access Resources or Book a Free Discovery Call: </p><p><a href="https://estelleread.com/resources/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://estelleread.com/resources/</a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Estelle Read’s Coaching Programmes: </p><p>⬆️<a href="https://estelleread.com/next-level-leadership-programme/%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Optimised Leader Programme: NEXT LEVEL</a> </p><p>🎇<a href="https://estelleread.com/the-shine-coaching-programme/%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Resilient Leader Programme: SHINE</a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Buy Estelle Read’s Bestselling Book: </p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/67dE4CH%E2%81%A0%20" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Inner Brilliance, Outer Shine: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism and Stress </a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Subscribe to Estelle Read’s Blog: </p><p><a href="https://mailchi.mp/a0cfa5a8a10c/8chmrywh3r" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Receive my free workbook: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism & Stress, when you sign up. </a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Help Us Keep Growing & Going: </p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe wherever you listen or watch, leave a review or share it with someone who might benefit. Thank you ❤️. </p><p> </p><p>⭐Listen or Watch on YouTube: </p><p>🎧Listen on your favourite podcast platform here: <a href="https://estelleread.com/podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://estelleread.com/podcast/</a> </p><p>📺Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EstelleRead/podcasts" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@EstelleRead/podcasts</a> </p><p> </p><p>⭐Disclaimer: </p><p>This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific advice. </p>
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