Ep 132 From Suicidal Breakdown to 8-Figure CEO: The Radical Awakening of Daine McDonald

This podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom with Tamara Meyer is a powerful life update you don’t want to miss. After a short hiatus, Tamara returns with a deeply personal story about how speaking not only saved her life but also transformed her business, brand, and identity. She shares the journey behind stepping into her speaker identity, the build-up to her sold-out event, and her upcoming TEDx talk in November.Tamara reveals how growing up with trauma, poverty, and constant change led her to discover the transformative power of her voice — and how this skill now empowers her to coach women, fitness professionals, and service-based entrepreneurs to speak with confidence and sell with impact.If you’re feeling stuck, misaligned, or unsure of how to use your voice in your brand or business, this episode is your sign to step into your speaker identity.Chapters00:00 – Welcome back to Keys to the Queendom01:05 – Why Tamara took time off and what’s been happening03:45 – A massive shift in business: Owning the speaker identity06:10 – How speaking has always been Tamara’s gift08:30 – Growing up with trauma, bullying, and homelessness11:20 – The role of speech and drama school13:00 – Speaking as a life-saving and business-changing skill15:35 – TEDx dream becoming a reality17:15 – Overcoming fear and limiting beliefs19:40 – Navigating personal change: sobriety, boundaries, and growth22:50 – Final reflections: why your voice is your greatest asset25:00 – What’s next for the podcast and speaking mentorshipIf you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!#TamaraMeyer #BusinessCoaching #SpeakerIdentity #KeysToTheQueendom #CoachingForWomen #FemaleEntrepreneurs #SpeakingConfidence #BusinessCoachForWomen #FitnessCoaching #SellFromStage #TEDxSpeaker

This podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom is a must-listen for anyone passionate about authentic communication, ethical sales, and leadership that truly impacts lives. Join host Tamara Meyer in a candid, insightful conversation with Ryan Tuckwood, the visionary behind the Swish Sales Method (Selling With Integrity, Selling Honestly), as they dive deep into the psychology of sales and what it takes to connect, convert, and lead with truth.Ryan shares his journey from mechanical engineering to co-founding one of Australia's most respected ethical sales education companies. You’ll hear how he transformed rejection into resilience, how Shark Tank changed the game, and why understanding human behaviour is the key to high-integrity sales.Whether you’re a coach, entrepreneur, fitness professional, or someone who's simply passionate about growth and service — this episode will challenge your perceptions and equip you with practical tools to sell with confidence and heart.📌 Chapters:00:00 – Welcome and British banter with Ryan01:20 – Introduction to episode and what makes this one special03:10 – Tamara's first time seeing Ryan speak04:50 – Ryan’s journey from football to engineering to sales06:20 – Understanding human behaviour in business08:30 – Sales as state management: why people really say “no”10:15 – The art of lowering sales defences and authentic connection11:40 – Language traps in sales: What not to say14:00 – Sales is service: your duty of care18:00 – Anchoring techniques to show up at your best21:30 – Building presence and regulation through "MAP"25:00 – Shark Tank secrets: how Ryan and his co-founder made history32:00 – Personal loss, resilience and navigating tough seasons37:00 – Leadership behind closed doors: integrity and consistency39:00 – Being judged online and staying true to your brand42:00 – Sales call fears and showing up regardless44:00 – Yorkshire puddings and closing with a laugh47:30 – Ryan’s key to unlocking your Queendom48:45 – Show Up & Speak Live and Ryan’s next big event tour🔥 If you’re ready to Speak with power and show up with confidence let’s chat!📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!Tamara Meyer, Ryan Tuckwood, business coaching, coaching for service-based entrepreneurs, coaching for female entrepreneurs, coaching for fitness professionals and personal trainers, business coach for women, sales with integrity, ethical sales, Shark Tank Australia, leadership, Swish Sales Method, Keys to the Queendom podcast#TamaraMeyer #RyanTuckwood #BusinessCoachForWomen #CoachingForEntrepreneurs #SalesWithIntegrity #SharkTankAustralia #FemaleEntrepreneurs #LeadershipPodcast #EthicalSales #CoachingForTrainers #ShowUpAndSpeakLive #KeysToTheQueendom

In this powerful podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom with Tamara Meyer, we’re diving deep into the unfiltered truth about becoming magnetic, building authentic influence, and making bold power moves in business and beyond.Tamara reveals the mindset shifts and real-life strategies that have helped her connect with industry leaders, grow her network, and land epic opportunities — even before she felt "ready". Whether you're a coach, entrepreneur, or creative who wants to grow your brand, influence your space, and finally get what you want, this episode is a game-changer.No fluff. Just fierce truths about visibility, value, and showing up with unstoppable confidence. What You’ll Learn:- How to embody magnetism without begging for attention- Why asking before you're ready is your next big power move- The mindset behind getting in bigger rooms and being taken seriously- How consistency breeds confidence and influence- The art of listening louder than you speak- Why the real power is in the follow-up, not the pitch🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!Chapters:00:00 – Welcome & Why This Episode Will Shift You00:41 – Tamara’s Realisation: Owning Her Role as a Connector02:30 – Become Magnetic, Not Beggy05:25 – Ask to Be in Bigger Rooms (Even Before You're Ready)07:35 – Stop Waiting for Permission08:30 – Be Louder, Show Up Daily10:00 – Magnetic Energy vs. Perfection11:15 – Listen Louder Than You Speak13:10 – Follow Up Like a CEO14:27 – The Fear of Being Seen & Speaking Your Truth15:58 – Why Your Voice is Your Greatest Asset Hashtags:#TamaraMeyer #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForWomen #CoachingForEntrepreneurs #PersonalBranding #KeysToTheQueendom #ContentStrategy #CoachingForFitnessProfessionals #MagneticMarketing #BusinessCoachForWomen #ShowUpAndSpeak #FemaleEntrepreneurs

In this empowering podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom with Tamara Meyer, we dive deep into navigating imposter syndrome as a fast-moving, purpose-driven entrepreneur. Tamara brings raw honesty and practical mindset shifts to help you overcome self-doubt and show up with confidence in your business and life.Whether you're a female entrepreneur, fitness professional, personal trainer, or anyone playing big and feeling the weight of self-sabotage, this episode is your reminder that imposter syndrome doesn't vanish - you just learn to lead through it.Tamara shares the exact four mindset shifts she personally uses to move forward, speak powerfully, and stay grounded when imposter syndrome hits. Expect powerful insights around service over self, activation speeches, and the underrated magic of celebrating your small wins.🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Tamara gets real about imposter syndrome00:44 – The truth: It never fully goes away02:48 – Shift 1: Normalise the “Who am I to do this?” mindset05:05 – Self-doubt in moments of success and recognition05:48 – Shift 2: From self-focus to service and impact08:12 – When results don’t match the mission (but the mission matters more)09:10 – Shift 3: Finding and refining your activation speech10:30 – Shift 4: Celebrate the small wins loudly and often12:52 – Final reflection: Fast-tracking through fear with purpose14:40 – The call to own your journey and commit#TamaraMeyer #ImposterSyndrome #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForEntrepreneurs #CoachingForWomen #FemaleEntrepreneurs #FitnessCoaches #PersonalTrainers #BusinessCoachForWomen #MindsetShifts #EntrepreneurLife #KeysToTheQueendom

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Keys to the Queendom podcast with your host, Tamara Meyer. In today's episode, Tamara uncovers the real reason many entrepreneurs are holding themselves back from scaling their businesses to millions — the fear of stepping up as the face of their brand.Discover why building an iconic brand requires authenticity, vulnerability, and a commitment to showing up consistently. Tamara dives deep into the emotional work behind building authority, why pretty graphics alone will never sustain a business, and how embracing your raw, real self is the true catalyst for success. Drawing inspiration from icons like Alex and Leila Hormozi, Kim Kardashian, and Oprah Winfrey, Tamara shows you how being unpolished can become your greatest advantage.This episode is a must-listen for service-based entrepreneurs, female founders, fitness professionals, and personal trainers who are ready to step out of hiding and into their full potential. If you are serious about becoming the powerhouse your business needs, today's message will light the fire under you.🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!Chapters00:00 - Why Hiding is Holding You Back00:47 - Exciting Podcast Rebranding Announcement02:48 - How to Become Iconic, Not Invisible05:09 - Why Pretty Brands Fail Without a Powerful Message07:35 - The Hidden Danger of Being Too Polished09:57 - How Authenticity Builds Authority12:20 - Authority is Consistency and Emotion, Not Perfection14:45 - Playing Big with Authenticity: A Personal Message#KeysToTheQueendom #TamaraMeyer #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForServiceBasedEntrepreneurs #CoachingForFemaleEntrepreneurs #CoachingForFitnessProfessionals #BusinessCoachForWomen #EntrepreneurMindset #PersonalBranding #BuildYourBrand

This podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom with Tamara Meyer dives deep into the bold truth behind what’s really working in the world of personal branding today. If you’ve been clinging to polished perfection, this is your wake-up call to embrace the power of raw, real, and radically authentic content.Tamara shares insights backed by fresh data and personal experience, revealing why audiences are tuning out the highlight reels and leaning into the human side of business. Filmed from her home, this unfiltered episode challenges the outdated rules of entrepreneurship, especially for female founders, fitness professionals, and service-based entrepreneurs. From low-budget filming to embracing your imperfections, this is a guide to amplifying your brand with unapologetic honesty.Discover why vlogging your behind-the-scenes life, ditching hard sales tactics, and leading with real conversations are not just trends — they’re necessities for building a sustainable, magnetic brand.Chapters: 00:00 – The Algorithm Has Spoken: Real > Perfect00:53 – Welcome to the Queendom: Brand Authenticity Explained02:20 – The Shift Towards Raw, Unfiltered Content03:18 – Why the Highlight Reel is Outdated04:45 – How Low-Budget Filming Can Elevate Your Brand05:37 – The Power of Vlogging for Brand Connection06:50 – Killing the Hard Sell with Conversations08:00 – Storytelling & Becoming the Kim K of Your Niche09:45 – Turning Your Brand Into a Talk Show10:30 – Sharing Mistakes to Build Deeper Trust12:00 – Vlogging Tips + Social Media Audit Strategy13:45 – Being the Reality TV Version of Your Brand15:02 – Tam’s Final Message: Be Bold, Be You, Be Human🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to ⁠@tamarameyercoach⁠ to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!#TamaraMeyer #KeysToTheQueendom #PersonalBranding #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForWomen #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ServiceBasedBusiness #FitnessProfessionals #AuthenticBranding #RawContent #NoMoreHardSelling

🎙️ This podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom with Tamara Meyer takes you deep into the transformational journey of fitness industry pioneer and entrepreneur Dane McDonald. From early coaching days to building Clean Health and launching the groundbreaking Core Coach platform, Dane opens up about the highs, the hard pivots, and the powerful breakthroughs that shaped his legacy.Tamara and Dane reconnect after nearly a decade to discuss the evolution of identity, business, and family life. Dane shares an unfiltered look into his 2019 nervous breakdown, the emotional and spiritual healing that followed, and how meditation and the teachings of Dr. Joe Dispenza became a catalyst for his comeback. If you're a service-based entrepreneur, fitness professional, or female business owner ready to align your purpose with profit, this episode is a must-listen.Discover how Dane balances being a husband and father of seven, leads multiple businesses, and leverages AI to scale smarter. Get inspired to step into your own transformation era both in business and in life.⏰ Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Breakdown or Breakthrough?01:00 – Reuniting with Dane McDonald: Clean Health and Core Coach03:15 – Phases of Evolution: From Coaching to Business Empire05:00 – Family, Entrepreneurship, and Value Alignment06:20 – Nervous Breakdown in 2019: Signs, Struggles, and Healing10:00 – The Retreat That Changed Everything12:00 – Meditation, Dr. Joe Dispenza, and Becoming Supernatural15:00 – Marriage, Compassion, and Working with Your Partner17:00 – Emotional Intelligence, Quantum Intelligence and The DLM Playbook20:50 – Mentors Through the Seasons: Cardone, Dispenza, DeMartini24:00 – Creator Economy vs. AI: What’s Changing in Business27:00 – Building with AI: Tools, Prompts and Legacy Platforms30:00 – Core Coach: A Platform for the Next Generation of Coaches34:00 – Adaptability, Growth Mindset and Entrepreneurial Resilience36:00 – Losing $2 Million and Learning From It39:00 – The Abundance Pyramid: Health, Tribe, Wealth, and Legacy42:00 – Final Thoughts: Celebrate the Small Wins and Stay Present📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat! DM KTQ @tamarameyercoach🎯 Hashtags#TamaraMeyer #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForEntrepreneurs #FemaleEntrepreneurs #FitnessProfessionals #PersonalTrainers #BusinessCoachForWomen #KeysToTheQueendom #DaneMcDonald #CleanHealth #EntrepreneurPodcast #AIInBusiness #JoeDispenza #CoreCoach #BusinessGrowth #MentalFitness #PodcastUK #WomenInBusiness #TransformationalJourney

In this episode of the Keys to the Queendom podcast, Tamara Meyer strips back the myths around social media followings and reveals the real confidence hacks every beginner business owner needs to start speaking online with conviction.If you're just starting out in business and feel like your lack of followers is holding you back, this podcast episode is your game-changer. Tamara dives deep into her own journey—including buying followers early on and the impact it had on her business—and shares practical strategies to help you build authority without a massive audience. Whether you're a service-based entrepreneur, fitness coach, or a woman stepping into business, you’ll discover how to show up, speak confidently, and attract your dream clients with purpose and power.Learn why your follower count doesn’t define your credibility, how to build a community from scratch, and the essential mindset shifts you need to start playing big today. This episode is packed with the real talk and actionable insights you’ve been waiting for.📍Chapters:00:00 – Why Your Following Doesn’t Matter00:55 – Welcome to the Speaking Series02:40 – The First Misconception: Big Followings = Business Success03:16 – Hack #1: Speak Daily About Your ‘Why’04:40 – Hack #2: Go Live Every Day (Without the Edits)05:34 – Hack #3: Build Your Own Community for Free07:53 – Hack #4: Own Who You Are – Not Just the Logo09:20 – Personal Brand Starts With Your Story10:16 – Final Thoughts: You Don't Need to Be Perfect, Just Authentic📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!💡 Hashtags:#TamaraMeyer #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForEntrepreneurs #CoachingForWomen #FitnessCoaches #SpeakingConfidence #PersonalBranding #OnlineBusinessTips #KeysToTheQueendom #BusinessCoachForWomen #ContentCreation #ConfidenceHacks #SmallBusiness🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!

This podcast episode of Keys to the Queendom with Tamara Meyer is all about unlocking your voice, showing up with confidence, and sharing your story with conviction. Whether you're a female entrepreneur, fitness professional, or service-based business owner, this one’s for you.In this solo episode, Tamara shares a powerful and deeply personal journey of how she went from a fitness coach to a confident business coach and speaker. She breaks down the exact steps and mindset shifts that helped her go from self-doubt to speaking on stages and being interviewed on top podcasts. This episode is the perfect listen for anyone who's ever thought, “I’m not ready” or “Why would they want to interview me?”You’ll learn how to embrace discomfort, own your story, and anchor into your message with unshakable confidence. Tamara also gives practical advice on preparing for interviews and building your presence as a speaker even before you feel “ready”.Chapters00:00 – Intro: The power of finding your voice01:12 – Why this series is all about speaking with confidence03:25 – Tamara’s pivot: From fitness coach to business coach05:53 – Step 1: Make the decision and take the risk08:14 – Step 2: Lean into the discomfort of growth10:36 – Step 3: Know your story and share it often12:46 – Step 4: What is your message and how to deliver it15:00 – Step 5: Anchors, rituals, and becoming the confident version of you17:40 – Final thoughts: Speak with conviction, show up with confidence📩 DM "Queendom" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies!🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!#TamaraMeyer #BusinessCoaching #CoachingForEntrepreneurs #CoachingForWomen #CoachingForPersonalTrainers #PodcastConfidence #KeysToTheQueendom #SpeakWithConfidence #FemaleEntrepreneurs #StorytellingForBusiness #BusinessCoachForWomen

The Truth About Hustle & Entrepreneurship with Jenna DaviesThe Keys to the Queendom podcast is back with an electrifying episode featuring the powerhouse entrepreneur Jenna Davies! If you've ever wondered what it really takes to build a thriving business, this conversation is for you.Jenna, the founder of Big Appetite and creator of the Creator Launchpad, shares her raw and unfiltered insights on the realities of scaling a business, the myths of the four-hour workweek, and how to truly own your entrepreneurial journey. This episode is packed with gold for anyone looking to break free from limitations, create time and financial freedom, and build a business with impact.🔥 The truth about hustle: why real entrepreneurs love the grind💡 How Jenna built multiple businesses, including three fitness tech apps📈 Why personal branding is key to long-term success🚀 The future of tech, AI, and the creator economy💰 The biggest mistakes new entrepreneurs make when scaling their businessIn This Episode:Chapters:00:00 - The reality of entrepreneurship and putting in the work01:23 - Meet Jenna Davies: Tech entrepreneur & business strategist03:12 - The truth about working hard vs working smart06:56 - The myths of passive income and the four-hour workweek09:46 - Why you need to pivot and adapt in business15:13 - The power of personal branding in today’s market21:39 - Jenna’s journey: from fitness to tech27:58 - Dealing with personal loss and turning pain into purpose34:31 - The future of tech and AI in entrepreneurship41:15 - The biggest obstacles stopping entrepreneurs from scaling44:58 - How to position yourself for massive business success53:11 - The ultimate key to unlocking your entrepreneurial potential🔥 If you’re ready to stop winging your content and start showing up with confidence, let’s chat!📩 DM "Spotlight" on Instagram to @tamarameyercoach to join our exclusive branding and content days.#KeysToTheQueendom #Entrepreneurship2025 #BusinessGrowthStrategies #JennaDavies #BigAppetiteAgency #TechStartups #CreatorEconomy #FinancialFreedom #WorkSmarterNotHarder #BusinessTransformation #ScalingABusiness #PersonalBranding #OnlineBusinessSuccess #StartupMindset #WorkaholicEntrepreneur #MarketingStrategies #SalesAndMarketing #PivotingInBusiness #BuildingABrand #TechInnovation #AIInBusiness #CoachingBusiness #ConsultingSuccess #DigitalEntrepreneurship #WomenInTech