The Aligned Performance Podcast

Apply for a BREAKTHROUGH COACHING AND STRATEGY session here   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

The biggest fear that stops many of us from pivoting out of our jobs and starting our businesses is the (very valid) question "But what if it doesn't work out and it fails"? In this episode, I address this fear and share with you some things that you can remind yourself of to overcome this thought so you can be prepared to take action and make your business dreams a reality! Apply for 1:1 Mentoring here   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

This week, one of my longtime dreams became true: I did a TEDx TALK WAHHHHHHH!  So this in episode, I share with you how the day went, what I did to land this phenomenal opportunity, and how you can put in place the seeds to make your TEDx and speaking dreams come true too! Listen to Julie Parker's episode on sacred leadership here Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

Join me in today's special edition episode with Renee Fostiropoulos, the owner of Hap Cafe and Meraki Careers, as we delve into her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, a testament to the power of introspection and determination. Leaving behind the confines of a nine-to-five job, Renee embraced her passion for community building, coaching, and entrepreneurship, culminating in establishing Hap Cafe and Meraki Careers. Through candid conversations, Renee shares her insights, challenges, and triumphs, offering listeners practical advice and inspiration to pursue their dreams. Join us as we navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship, paving the way for listeners to fulfill their life's purpose and build impactful businesses while embracing freedom and fulfillment. Today on The Aligned Performance Podcast: Renee reflects on her journey of self-discovery Renee shares her decision to leave behind her corporate job Renee's pivot into entrepreneurship and community-focused ventures Discussion around doubts and challenges faced  Get in touch with Renee: Meraki Careers Instagram: @meraki.careers Hap Cafe Instagram: @hap.melbourne Personal Instagram: @reneeostiropoulos Get in touch with Trang: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com

In this rapidly changing landscape in the world of business, there are marketing or sales strategies that worked like a treat just one year ago that would now fall flat or even be damaging to your brand. The key to creating AND sustaining a powerful service-based business is therefore being aware of the changes that are happening so you can be agile and adapt to the times. Listen to the episode to hear what these tactics are! WATCH THE PIVOT AND PROSPER REPLAY HERE Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.  

In this episode, I share with you the raw and vulnerable BTS of running a 6-figure online coaching business! This is what I would've loved to hear when I was just starting out, so I could prepare to reach that next stage of the business. Enjoy!   Download the Weekly Creation Method Here   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.    

In this episode, I'll share with you the step-by-step process that I worked through with my 1:1 client to help her go from having NO idea what she wanted to do to LAUNCHING her business campaign within one month!  This process will help spark ideas for you to ask yourself the right questions, which will give you more clarity about what business idea you can commit to and ensure it supports you in achieving everything you want :) Apply for 1:1 Mentoring here   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

In this episode, I share with you the things that I have changed my mind about in business, life, relationships, and more! If you're currently going through a challenge in your life in any of these areas, this will hopefully resonate with you and help you navigate it with more ease. Enjoy!   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

In this episode, I share with you how you can avoid the temptation of shiny object syndrome and trend hopping on social media, and use it for what it's meant to be: An authentic extension of you. Learn the questions you can ask yourself from my Branding Style Guide + Social Media Plan that I share with clients so they can create consistent brands/businesses and welcome audience loyalty without the self-questioning or fear of judgement!   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

If you are someone who wants to launch or refine your personal brand in a way that stands out from the noise and is memorable for years to come, make sure you listen to this episode! Specifically, I share what personal branding ISN'T about, and how you can shape your brand to become powerful in being distinguishable AND profitable for your business.   SIGN UP FOR PIVOT AND PROSPER [Free 3-day virtual teaching] Listen to my story of how stepping on a snail changed my life   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

Our ability to achieve big things starts with our self-worth, because if we don't even believe in our worthiness, then why would we even allow ourselves to dedicate time and energy pursue something, let alone persist at it long enough to achieve it? In this episode, I share how I almost let my self-doubt stop me from applying for TEDx Cecil Street in Melbourne which I later got offered to speak at, and the 4 types of self-worth you need to develop if you want to get out of your own way and achieve big things.   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.  

Success leaves clues. Over the last eight years that I've been in business and I've partnered up with hundreds of people to achieve their dream results, there are patterns among those who perform best as opposed to those who don't achieve their goals. There are themes as to what works and what doesn't. So in this episode, I'll share with you the 4 mistakes to avoid if you want to have a successful 2024, whether you want to start up your side-hustle, replace your job with your business, or simply have the happiest year of your life!   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.  

Listen to this episode to hear how you can start living your dream life in 2024, as well as begin NOW. I'll share the main things you need to identify in your 2024 vision, daily practices to stay on track, and a different perspective that will flood you with gratitude each day. Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.  

In the final episode of the year, I reflect on the one theme and learning that has been highly prevalent for me in 2023, and will likely resonate with most of you, too.  Thank you for being here with me for the year. The podcast will be back next year with fresh episodes and topics for you to continue living your most aligned life of purpose and potential! Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year break. See you on the other side :)   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

Today is a chat about the one thing you need to be doing if you want to build a business that is not only profitable but sustainable. This was a valuable lesson I had to learn myself after reaching a point where I thought 'I'd made it' because the business had a constant influx of opportunities, new clients, and finances. But with the turn of a new month, it all suddenly 'dried up', and I was left wondering how I was going to pay my team the following month.  Listen to the full episode to learn from my mistakes so you can be an informed business owner, faster! APPLY FOR LIFE OF LEGACY HERE DOWNLOAD THE PDF FOR URGENT VS IMPORTANT TASKS   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.  

Running our purpose-driven business of impact is no small feat. I see it as a lifelong mission. But that doesn't mean we don't have the drive to reach our dream milestones as soon as possible. Here are 8 reasons I've observed in my clients and myself that have held us back from building our business to replace and exceed our jobs!   Download my FREE WEEKLY CREATION METHOD for mindblowing weeks of alignment, productivity and fulfillment Apply for Life Of Legacy (Intimate 6-Month Mastermind and Retreat) Apply for THRIVE 1:1 Mentoring   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

I was recently looking through a collation of quotes that I'd written down because they'd touched me so much at the time. It surprisingly turned out to be an invigorating exercise because even though these quotes had previously been so potent for me, I'd since forgotten about them, so re-reading them ignited so many fresh perspectives and new waves of motivation. Let me share this experience with you, so that you too, can be revitalized with these powerful quotes. These will no doubt help you in your current season of life, whether you're currently working on your confidence, overcoming fear, dealing with relationship challenges, developing robust routines, pursuing success, and more. Enjoy!   Apply for the next Life of Legacy here Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

Today's episode is inspired by a theme of conversation that I've had repeatedly over the last month: The pressure of turning 30 and not already hitting the milestones that you thought you would reach by now. Hear about my 32-year-old client who doesn't yet have a house, partner, or traditionally respected job title, and was feeling suffocated by this pressure. I use our coaching session as a case study to share with you the four questions I asked her for her to finally find peace and embrace her current life situation. Enjoy!   Apply for the next Life of Legacy here Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

Let me distill with you my learnings and experiences from the last eight years in business so you can minimise your own trial-and-error process, and progress toward where you want to be, faster. Specifically, I share the things I did in the early stages of building my personal brand and coaching business: What worked well, what I'd change, and how I would do it the second time around. Enjoy! :)    Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.

This week, I answer your questions! Listen to hear about the best and hardest things about living abroad, my favourite books, how to deal with pushback from family, my biggest learnings from the year, how to be productive, and more! Download the Weekly Creation Method Here   Get in touch: Instagram: @trang_nova Facebook: Trang Nova Youtube: Trang Nova Website: www.trangnova.com Email: trang@trangnova.com About Trang Trang is a mentor and speaker for women who are hungry to pivot careers and build their dream business, so they can live out their potential and purpose with freedom and fulfilment. In her mid-20s, Trang experienced a quarter-life crisis that led her to leave the sports industry so she could help women not just as athletes, but as human beings.  Now, Trang is determined to help others step into their greatest power and thrive in their lives of impact. Because ultimately, she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive. And when humanity thrives, then the world can thrive for all forms of life and future generations.