What if the very success you’re chasing is quietly draining the life out of you?

In this episode, I’m joined by mindset and performance coach Oli Cooke, who helps driven entrepreneurs create success without the side effects. His “Rapid Root-Level Shifts” method helps untangle fear, anxiety and internal resistance that can sneak in as your business grows.

Now, as a former pharmacist myself, I couldn’t help but fall in love with that tagline, success without side effects. Because let’s be real, success that costs your health, peace or weekends isn’t really success, is it?

Oli’s story is a powerful one. From the outside, life looked dreamy: a beautiful villa in Vietnam, location freedom, a coaching business taking off. But under the surface? Crippling anxiety, daily dread and a constant feeling of something being “off.” In this conversation, we explore how he went from coping to true change, and what that means for business owners who feel like their internal world doesn’t match their external success.

Get ready for practical mindset tools, calming analogies and a conversation that feels like a big exhale.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• The difference between fear and anxiety and why it matters for entrepreneurs

• How “coping tools” can become another exhausting job

• The power of specific intentions and mental rehearsal

• A surprisingly simple technique to shift your brain’s fear response

• Why time freedom means more than just a blank calendar

Resources mentioned:

• Oli’s upcoming mini private podcast “Unblock the Bottleneck” for decision pressure

https://stan.store/OliCooke_Coaching/p/unblock-the-bottleneck

• Oli Cooke Coaching: https://olicookecoaching.com

• Oli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olicooke.coaching

Your Next Steps:

• Work with Me: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/links

• Self study course, Get More Time: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/get-more-time-course

• Get my free Time Audit workbook: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/timeauditworkbook

• Connect on Social: https://www.instagram.com/sarahstewart.co.uk and https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstewartglasgow

What if feeling energised, clear-headed, and calm was your default… not just the rare exception?

In today’s episode of Own Your Time, I’m joined by high-performance coach Matt Wing, who proves that it’s never too late to shake things up and feel better in your body, your schedule and your life. At 53, Matt ditched the burnout cycle, gave up booze and built a business helping busy people do the same.

We talk about the habits that actually make a difference, what changed for Matt after an ADHD diagnosis and why strength training might be your best-kept secret for long-term health.

Matt’s not here to push a shiny 5am formula or sell you on the idea that you need to “go hard or go home.” This chat is all about practical shifts that actually work; no BS, no bootcamps, just real talk about what it takes to feel good and get results that stick.

You’ll hear us chat about:

• The 30-day turning point that kickstarted Matt’s transformation

• Why quitting alcohol boosted his energy, clarity and confidence

• ADHD, mindset and making peace with the messy days

• Marginal gains: why tiny changes beat massive overhauls every time

• Matt’s morning routine (and why it starts with a high five in the mirror)

• How to fit fitness into a busy schedule, without needing a gym

• What “high performance” really means and why it’s probably not what you think

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear

• The High 5 Habit by Mel Robbins

• Podcast: The Brian Keane Podcast (episode with Gerry Hussey)

Connect with Matt:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattwing.performance/

• Website: https://www.mattwingperformance.com/

Your Next Steps:

• Work with Me: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/links

• Self study course, Get More Time: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/get-more-time-course

• Get my free Time Audit workbook: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/timeauditworkbook

• Connect on Social: https://www.instagram.com/sarahstewart.co.uk and https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstewartglasgow

In this uplifting and insightful episode, Sarah chats with award-winning designer and dressmaker Mette Baillie, founder of Freja Designer Dressmaking in Edinburgh. With decades of experience crafting timeless, made-to-measure garments, Mette brings a deeply intentional and sustainable approach to fashion… one that goes far beyond trends.

They dive into:

• Mette’s journey from childhood creativity to professional couture

• How what you wear can literally change how you show up and how others perceive you

• The surprising link between clothes and productivity

• Why a capsule wardrobe can help you reclaim your mornings (and your sanity)

• Simple ways to make your wardrobe more sustainable, without sacrificing style

Plus, Mette shares how she manages her time across a busy custom design studio, online course and community, all while carving out space for joy, rest and scuba diving (yep, she’s that cool).

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed standing in front of your wardrobe or doubted the value of that one jacket you love… this episode will give you a fresh perspective on how clothing can be a tool for alignment, self-expression and even business success.

• Why getting dressed is more than just picking an outfit, it’s a mindset tool

• How your clothes can help you set boundaries, step into roles or reset your energy

• Tips for creating a capsule wardrobe that saves time and boosts confidence

• Why fast fashion is costing us more than money and what to do instead

• How to dress for you, not just the trends or Instagram squares

Connect with Mette:

www.freja-fashion.co.uk

https://www.facebook.com/FrejaDesignerDressmaking/

Free group with dressmaking tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/579263973440178

Instagram handle - @Frejadesignerdressmaking

Dressmaking course Instagram - @learn_dressmaking

Linked in: Mette Sølvtoft Baillie and Freja Designer Dressmaking

About Sarah:

I'm your host, Sarah Stewart, Glasgow-based business operations and productivity consultant. My approach combines the wisdom of traditional time management strategies with the transformative power of mindfulness. My commitment is to help you get more time for the things that really matter.

If you are ready to ditch the hustle culture and overwhelm, and instead embrace peaceful productivity; you are in the right place.

Sarah’s Links:

Get More Time Course (Self-Study):
This course is for the successful solopreneur or small business owner, and it lays out the steps you need to take so you can get more time for the things that really matter.
https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/get-more-time-course

FREE Time Audit Workbook:
Where I share my framework to audit your time, so you can get more time for the things that really matter
https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/timeauditworkbook

Asana On-Demand Masterclass:
60-Minute Masterclass where I share how to get started with asana, some tips, tricks and ideas for using the system as well as peeling back the curtain to show you some of the ways I use it in my business (+ life)
https://sarah-stewart.ck.page/products/asana

Connect with Sarah:

Instagram - www.instagram.co.uk/sarahstewart.co.uk

Website - www.sarahstewart.co.uk

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstewartglasgow