Uncomplicated

About Uncomplicated

Welcome to the Make a Million in Menopause Podcast with Sarah Leather. I help women to radically simplify their businesses and lives. This brings them more clients, more money, and more time for them.

Publisher

Sarah Leather

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Dec 2020

Latest episode

28 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

83 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Apr 2026

   082 Denise Duffield-Thomas on peri-menopause, ADHD, midlife, & focusing on a 'joy first' business

   In this episode, I sat down with Denise Duffield-Thomas for a deeply honest, refreshing conversation about something that's not talked about nearly enough in business… perimenopause, ADHD, and what it really looks like to build (and sustain) success in midlife. This wasn't just about money. It was about identity, energy, and redefining success on our own terms. Perimenopause, ADHD & feeling like everything shifted We kicked off by sharing our experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD in our 40s & 50s, alongside navigating perimenopause. Honestly, it felt disorientating at first. Things that used to feel easy suddenly didn't. My energy, focus, and capacity all changed — and that brought up a lot of questions about who I was and how I worked. What really stood out in this conversation is how common that experience is… and yet how rarely we talk about it. Instead of pushing through, we explored what it looks like to actually honour these changes. Simplifying everything (and choosing joy again) Denise shared how perimenopause forced her to simplify both her business and her life radically. Letting go of projects. Dropping commitments. Releasing anything that drained her. And in that space, something beautiful happened — she reconnected with joy. For her, that was ballet. Not for performance. Not for productivity. Just for the love of it. It was such a powerful reminder for me that we need something in our lives that isn't about output or income. Something that's just ours. Redefining success in midlife We talked about the pressure women face as they get older, the subtle (and not-so-subtle) messaging that their best years are behind them. I don't buy that. And neither does Denise. We spoke about rewriting the narrative around success, worthiness, and ambition. There is no expiry date on your dreams. In fact, this stage of life can be the most powerful, because you know yourself better, you care less about external validation, and you're far more intentional with your energy. Practical advice if you're in the thick of it If you're navigating perimenopause right now and feeling like your business (or your brain) isn't cooperating, Denise shared some really grounded advice: Triage your priorities — not everything matters equally Simplify wherever you can Build support around you (this isn't the time to go it alone) Focus on what actually feels good and sustainable And most importantly, she reframed this season as a "pause" — not a problem. A chance to recalibrate, heal, and come back stronger. Final thoughts I loved this conversation because it felt real. No hustle. No pretending. Just honesty about what it takes to navigate big life shifts while still holding onto your ambitions. We wrapped up by talking about continuing these conversations and creating more spaces where women feel supported through every stage of life — not just the glossy, high-energy seasons. You can follow Denise https://www.facebook.com/denisedt & @denisedt everywhere. 🎧 Watch the full conversation here: https://fathom.video/share/jWE9p9wF_rR8i76HnJzuHX2gU-UoR5Hk 💬 Want support that actually works for this season of life? If you want to explore how Sarah can help you grow your business in a peri/menopause/midlife ADHD-friendly way, you've got two options: ✨ Book a call with me: https://tidycal.com/sarahleather/connectcall ✨ Or check out the Flourish Mastermind: https://TheSarahLeather.com/Flourish If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway — especially if you're navigating this season yourself.

2. 

   15 Apr 2026

   081 Welcome to My Legacy Business Era

   Welcome to My Legacy Era This episode feels really special to me because I'm sharing what I'm calling my Legacy Era — and honestly, it's changing everything about how I approach business, money, and life. Why I'm Building a Legacy Business After turning 60, I've been thinking a lot about what I actually want my work to look like moving forward. For me, a legacy business isn't about selling it or passing it down. It's about creating something that: Sustains me financially Gives me more freedom with my time Allows for travel, family, and spaciousness And most importantly… makes a meaningful difference I'm bringing all of my experience, all of me, into this next chapter. My Regenerative Business Philosophy Legacy, to me, means regenerative work — leaving things better than I found them. I care deeply about helping women, especially in midlife and menopause, transform their relationship with: Money Selling Receiving Because here's what I believe: 👉 Women deserve to work in ways that don't deplete them 👉 And when more money is in women's hands, the world becomes a better place Diversifying My Income Streams I'm no longer relying on just one way of making money. Right now, I'm: Profitable on Insight Timer Building on Substack Still present on social media (but spending less time there) Reducing my 1:1 client load I'm intentionally shifting away from high-effort models towards more sustainable, scalable income streams. Introducing: Fun Money Collective My core offer moving forward is my new membership: Fun Money Collective It's a year-long experience hosted on Skool — which I love because everything is in one place (community, content, calendar… all of it works beautifully for my ADHD brain). Inside, we focus on: Identity Self-leadership Multiple income streams Sales mindset This is built from my Fun Money Intensive, but in a way that feels more spacious and sustainable. A More Sustainable Way to Work I'm done with business models that require constant Zoom calls and high energy output. This membership allows me to: Deliver deep transformation Support women powerfully Without burnout or overextension Because women in midlife need business models that support them, not drain them. Why I'm Saying No to AI Overload I know there's a huge push right now towards AI-heavy businesses. And while I respect it, it's not for me. As a highly sensitive introvert with ADHD, I don't want: Constant automation noise Complex systems Big teams I've had $30K–$100K months before… and I know what it takes. And I'm choosing something different now: 👉 Simplicity 👉 Alignment 👉 Sustainability Exploring New Income Possibilities I'm still curious and open. I love seeing different business models — like apps or passive income streams generating consistent revenue. Will I build one? Maybe. Maybe not. But I refuse to buy into the narrative that I'll be "left behind" if I don't follow every trend. I care about: My energy My values And even the environmental impact Showing Up Authentically (Finally) I'm giving myself full permission to: Drop the perfectly curated content Let go of rigid niches Share from the heart On Substack and inside my world, I'll be talking more about: My life My body transformation journey What it really looks like to be in this stage of life Because that's what actually connects. Substack & The Legacy Era I'm also launching a paid Substack tier for women who want to build their own legacy businesses through writing. This "Legacy Era" isn't just for women in their 60s. It's for: Women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s+ I've seen women in their 70s and even 80s create incredible new businesses. We are in a new era — and it's available to all of us. Back to Basics (Goodbye Guru Era) I truly believe the "guru era" is ending. The big, loud, complicated online businesses? Many are struggling. What works now is: Simplicity Foundations Real connection Inside Fun Money Collective, we start with what I call the Fun Money Hour: Daily non-negotiables Heart-led marketing Following up with people already in your world Because you probably don't need a bigger audience. You need to nurture the one you already have. A Message for You Let me say this clearly: You belong in business. You are worthy of making money. You are allowed to sell. You don't need: More certifications More healing More proof You get to show up now — as you are — and share your work with the people who need it. ✨ Come Join Me If this resonates, I'd love to have you inside Fun Money Collective. You can also connect with me on Substack, where I'll be sharing more of this journey in real time. This is my Legacy Era… and maybe it's yours too. Sending you love, abundance, simplicity, and spaciousness. There is more than enough for all of us 💛

3. 

   27 Mar 2026

   #080 Bored or Burnt Out & want to burn it all down? Listen up!

   Am I Burnt Out… Or Just Bored? Have you ever found yourself wondering if you're actually burnt out… or if you've simply outgrown the way you're doing business? In this episode, I'm talking about something I've been hearing from so many established women in business lately — that feeling of being flat, uninspired, disconnected, and unsure whether it's exhaustion… or whether the work just doesn't light you up anymore. Because sometimes, what looks like burnout is actually boredom. Sometimes your business hasn't stopped working because of the economy or the algorithm or "the market" — sometimes it's because you've changed. And when you've been in business for a while, that matters. I'm inviting you to get really honest with yourself in this episode: Has the sparkle gone? Are you still excited by your offers? Are you just repeating what used to work because it feels safe? And deep down… do you know you're meant for a bigger, more expansive way of doing things? I also talk about why making more money does not have to mean doing more, pushing harder, or working longer hours. Often, it's about doing less — but better. It's about having the right support to help you see what's actually going on: What's a strategy issue, what's a mindset block, and what's simply your nervous system clinging to what feels familiar — even if it no longer feels fulfilling. This episode is your reminder that you are allowed to evolve. You are allowed to pivot. You are allowed to reinvent. And you are absolutely allowed to build a business that feels spacious, exciting, profitable, and fully aligned with the woman you are now. Because what worked last year, last month, or even last decade… might not be the thing that gets to come with you into this next chapter. Inside this episode, I talk about: The difference between burnout and boredom Why so many women in business plateau when they've outgrown their current model How "safe" can actually become soul-destroying Why doing more is rarely the answer The power of strategic simplicity How to identify where your energy is dropping in your business Why an elegant pivot can create more joy, spaciousness, and abundance If this episode hit home… If you're feeling flat in your business, unsure what needs to change, or craving a simpler and more energising path forward, I'd love to hear from you. You can: Reach out to me directly Or book one of my Flourish Sessions, where we look at the simplest, most aligned way forward for your business This work is about helping you create a business that feels good and makes money — without all the unnecessary complexity. Because you deserve a business that lights you up in this incredible season of your life. Connect with me If this episode resonated, book yourself a call here while it's 50% off: https://sarahleather.simplero.com/cart/170244-Flourish-1-1-Session And if you loved it, please share it or leave a review — it helps more women find the podcast.

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