E8 | How to Build a Purpose-Driven Business That Aligns With Your Values (Without Losing the Joy!)

Are you building a business that actually feels aligned with who you are -  or are you chasing success that doesn’t light you up?

In this powerful episode of Real Talk, your favorite co-hosts Lorraine, Siobhan, Hayley, and Pippa dive deep into what it really means to build a purpose-driven business that reflects your personal values - without losing the joy that got you started in the first place.

From candid conversations about corporate burnout, to emotional wake-up calls that reshaped their entire lives, this is your permission slip to stop chasing "shoulds" and start creating a life and business that genuinely feels good.

This isn’t your average fluffy business chat - we go there. Think mindset shifts, morning routines, Amazon addiction confessions, parenting lessons, and hard truths about entrepreneurship, money, freedom, and alignment.

Whether you’re a female founder building a heart-led business, creative entrepreneur turning your passion into profit, a corporate escapee seeking more meaning and fulfilment or someone questioning your path and wanting more from life… you’ll walk away from this episode feeling seen, inspired, and equipped with the insights to stay true to your purpose.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• How to build a business aligned with your values and purpose

• The real impact of turning your passion into a profession

• Why gratitude and alignment are your secret business superpowers

• The danger of chasing status over self-worth

• Why “just because you can doesn’t mean you should” is a business mantra

• Learning to say no to mediocrity and yes to a life you love

• Tips for avoiding burnout when scaling your passion-based business

• Listener question: How to stay connected to joy when your hobby becomes a business
  

Real Talk is perfect for listeners searching for:

• Purpose-driven business podcast

• Women in business mindset

• Female entrepreneur inspiration

• Alignment and values-based business

• Creative business tips

• How to find your purpose

• Life and business balance

• Starting a business from passion

• Women who left corporate

• Real talk about business growth

Hayley Appleby-Burtt – Branding expert, designer & creative genius. Founder of Orange Lamb. Loves a dance floor moment.

Lorraine Lewis MBA – Award-winning speaker, charity founder & business leader. CEO of The Lewis Foundation, ex-lawyer, and adrenaline junkie. 

Siobhan Mears – Multi-entrepreneur, business strategist & mentor. Founder of The Mears Collective & Elevate Base. Mindset queen & wellness advocate.

Pippa Savory – Leadership coach, wellness enthusiast & adventure seeker. Interior design lover & nature-obsessed entrepreneur.

Together, they’re bringing you REAL conversations about business, success, mindset, and life.

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