UNSCRIPTED with Lisa Burling

• The Unexpected Magic of Life's Pivots: Brooke Hill

  In this inspiring conversation, I chat with Brooke Hill, founder of content agency Wonderthink, about the powerful moments that led her from a high-level corporate career to creative entrepreneurship. Brooke shares the realities of stepping away from safety, how scarcity and abundance have shaped her mindset, and why backing yourself is often the most radical and rewarding move you can make.Brooke has led iconic Australian brands like Sheridan and David Jones and now supports businesses through storytelling and strategic content. She’s also a published children’s book author with international reach. This episode is packed with wisdom, honesty, and proof that the best paths often begin with a pivot.Links & Mentions:Wonderthink: www.wonderthink.com.auLinkedIn: Brooke HillInstagram: @brookehillwonders | @wonderthink_

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• The Forced Pivot: When Your Body Says No with Lizzy Dawson

  Welcome back to Season 2 of Unscripted with Lisa Burling, where we're exploring the power of the pivot—the moments that unexpectedly (and often uncomfortably) change everything.In this episode, I sit down with Lizzy Dawson - consultant, strategist, writer, and founder of the Get Messy Substack - to unpack the moment her body said “no” and forced her into a pivot she never saw coming.Lizzy is a passionate and creative Accredited Exercise Physiologist and the founder of Kids Heart Pilates and Northside Allied Health. She’s also recently launched educational paediatric courses for educators and health professionals, aiming to address the rising concerns around childhood development in Australia.But behind the professional success is a very human story: at just 33, Lizzy suffered a stroke. Medically classified as a “freak occurrence,” Lizzy knows in her heart it was burnout. She was physically fit, outwardly thriving, but internally running on empty.In this raw and honest conversation, Lizzy shares how her body’s refusal to keep going became the defining pivot in her life. We explore the deeply personal and professional transformation that followed, and why she now embraces rest, softness, and imperfection—choosing meaning over productivity, and health over hustle.What You’ll Hear:Lizzy’s early signs of burnout - and what happened when she ignored themThe moment everything stopped: what a stroke at 33 taught herThe challenges of resting in a hustle cultureWhy unlearning became her superpowerWhat her new definition of success looks likeLizzy’s unfiltered answers to the 12 Unscripted questionsHow she now balances business and wellbeingThe messy, beautiful truth about rebuilding a life from scratchWhether you’ve experienced burnout yourself or are starting to feel the cracks, this episode is a powerful reminder that sometimes the pivot chooses you - and it can still lead to something extraordinary.Mentioned in This Episode:📖 The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks🎵 “Fast Car” by Tracy ChapmanAbout Lizzy Dawson:Lizzy Dawson is a health entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in the wellness industry. She is the founder of Kids Heart Pilates and Northside Allied Health, and the voice behind the Get Messy Substack. Following her stroke, Lizzy has become an advocate for self-preservation, holistic wellbeing, and redefining success on your own terms.Connect with Lizzy:Instagram: @lizzydawson_LinkedIn: Lizzy DawsonFacebook: Lizzy DawsonWebsite: www.lizzydawson.com.au🎙️ Thank you for tuning into Unscripted.If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts - tag me on Instagram or send a DM. Your story matters too.Let’s continue the conversation:Instagram: @lisaburlingentrepreneurSubscribe, leave a review, and meet me here again next Friday for another real, raw, and totally unscripted moment from my life to yours.

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• The Pivot Starts Here

  This season, we’re exploring the art of the pivot - both intentional and unexpected - and how those defining moments reshape who we are and how we show up in the world. And in this solo kickoff episode, I go first.I share the story behind the boldest pivot of my life: leaving the safety and predictability of a traditional career to step into the unknown as a business owner - and eventually, a true entrepreneur.From failure and fear to freedom and fulfilment, this episode is raw, reflective, and real. I open up about the parts of myself I had to leave behind, what I’ve learnt about success on the other side of change, and why pivots - while uncomfortable - are often the start of something far more meaningful.You’ll also hear about the new format for Season 2. Each guest will respond to the same 12 unscripted questions, revealing the insights and truths that sit just beneath the surface of our conscious minds.If you’re standing on the edge of a pivot -personal or professional - this episode is for you.What You’ll Hear:Why Season 2 is dedicated to all things pivotWhat pushed me to leave full-time employmentThe emotional cost of letting go of securityThe difference between being a business owner and an entrepreneurMy lessons from failing forwardHow a scene from Friends inspired this themeA book that’s been pivotal in my own journeyMy advice for anyone at a life crossroadsMentioned in This Episode:📚 The Pivot Year by Brianna Wiest🎬 That Friends scene (yes, the one with Ross yelling “PIVOT!”)Join the Conversation:💬What’s your takeaway from this episode?Tag me or DM me – I’d love to hear what Unscripted with Lisa Burling has meant to you.Let’s Connect!📲 Instagram:@lisaburling_entrepreneurThank you for tuning into Unscripted! Subscribe, leave a review, and meet me here again next Friday for another real, raw, and totally unscripted moment from my life to yours.

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• Season One Finale: Six Lessons + A Pause

  Well… that’s a wrap on Season One – and what a season it’s been.In this final episode before I take a six-week creative pause, I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons I’ve learned through creating Unscripted – from the surprising, to the soulful, to the wildly unexpected. Whether you’ve listened to every episode or just dipped in here and there, this is a heart-led thank you, a full-circle moment, and a gentle nudge to honour your own creative process too.The most powerful breakthrough had nothing to do with podcasting – and everything to do with dropping the pressure to be “relatable.” Realness over relatability, every time.In this episode, I share:✨ Why perfection is a creativity killer – and how I moved past it📖 What happens when you stop trying to be “relatable” and start being real🐓 How life (and chickens) constantly gives us material if we know how to look🧠 How my ADHD diagnosis, heartbreaks, and healing made me braver behind the mic🌿 Why I’m pressing pause – and what rest is teaching me💬 What your messages, shares, and quiet listens have meant to me (spoiler: everything)PLUS: Come to my free Start Your Book Masterclass!If your book idea has been sitting in your heart or scribbled in a notebook, now’s the time.🗓️ It’s live on Wednesday 30 April at 7.00pm AEST💻 I’ll walk you through how to go from “idea” to “actual plan”📝 Comes with a free workbook🎧 Replays available🔗 Register here: www.mabels-world.com/lets-start-your-bookJoin the Conversation:💬 Which lesson hit home for you the most?💡 What’s your takeaway from Season One?Tag me or DM me – I’d love to hear what Unscripted with Lisa Burling has meant to you.Let’s Connect! 📲 Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneurThank you for tuning into Unscripted! Subscribe, leave a review, and meet me here again next Friday for another real, raw, and totally unscripted moment from my life to yours.

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• Clients with Benefits (and Boundaries)

  What happens when your client starts to feel like your friend?In this week’s episode of Unscripted, I’m pulling back the curtain on the beautiful, messy, magical space where business meets friendship - and how to navigate that space with grace, clarity, and compassion. This isn’t just about client management; it’s about energy, boundaries, and protecting the work and relationships you love.I’ve spent decades stitching together and refining a framework for how this dynamic can thrive – and it’s both an art and a science. I share real-life stories about how I’ve learned these lessons, what happens when you get it wrong and right, and why knowing someone’s life, not just their LinkedIn, makes all the difference.In this episode, I explore:What “clients with benefits” actually means – and how to know when a friendship is formingThe difference between beautiful client-friend relationships and boundary-pushing dynamicsWhy I see this as both science and art – and how I’ve shaped a way to hold both rolesStories of my real-life clients – and what they’ve each taught me about this balanceHow to recognise when you’re giving too much emotionally, and what to do about itWhy Brené Brown’s words – “Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind” – are my constant compass.Join me as we explore how to hold space with integrity, and why your energy is your most precious asset in business and life.Book Recommendation:📚 The Power of Boundaries by Nedra Glover TawwabA smart, practical guide for anyone navigating personal or professional relationships with care. Nedra’s work is like a warm, no-nonsense friend reminding you that your needs matter.Join the Conversation:💬 Have you had a client become a friend? 💡 Reflect: How can you honour connection and boundaries in your work?Tag me or DM me – I’d love to hear your story.Let’s Connect!📲 Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneur📩 DM me: Ever had a client with too many benefits?Thank you for tuning into Unscripted! Subscribe, leave a review, and meet me here again next Friday for another real, raw, and totally unscripted moment from my life to yours.🩷DON’T FORGET – START YOUR BOOK WITH ME! 📚The first ever Mabel’s World masterclass – Let’s Start Your Book – is FREE and happening on Tuesday, 30 April (7.30pm AEST), where I'll guide you through turning your spark of inspiration into a solid writing plan. Whether you're stuck, overwhelmed, or worried your book won't be good enough, I'll share practical frameworks, insider tips, and a handy workbook to get you started. Spots are limited, so register now. I can't wait to see you there! REGISTER HERE: https://www.mabels-world.com/lets-start-your-book

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