Defining Success with Marion Roaman

Through deep, thoughtful conversations with people from all walks of life—change makers, homemakers, disruptors, teachers, builders, thought leaders, and more—Marion will unpack what success means to each of them. The podcast will explore how they’ve achieved it, how they define it on their own terms, and what advice they offer to others striving for a meaningful, purpose-driven life. By highlighting a wide range of perspectives, Marion aims to challenge the conventional definitions of success and offer listeners a more inclusive and inspiring roadmap to fulfillment.

Defining Success with Marion Roaman is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 50 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #49

  The Woman Who Helps Dreams Come True : Sonya Denyse

  Sep 13, 20261h 12m

  Our special guest this week is Sonya Denyse, Dream Strategist, founder of Dream Development and After the Applause. Sonya has spent the last 25 years devoted to supporting founders, creatives, executives, speakers, and change makers to take the ideas that are living in their heads and turn them into something with real direction and impact. She’s worked across industries and continents, spent six years at United Talent Agency, and has built her career around helping bold voices become more visible and bringing big ideas to life. She’s also deeply immersed in AI and the changing landscape of how we discover people, brands, and ideas. Sonya believes curiosity is the engine behind possibility. Chapters 00:00 Turning Grief into Inspiration 02:54 The Journey of a Dream Strategist 05:50 Identifying and Fulfilling Dreams 09:10 The Role of Curiosity in Creativity 11:46 The Artist vs. The Creative 15:03 Exploring the Arts and Community Engagement 18:10 Navigating a Career in Arts Administration 21:05 The Impact of Legacy and Trust 23:59 Building Relationships and Raising Funds 35:28 Building Relationships for Fundraising 39:00 Navigating Authenticity in Dreams 44:32 Transitioning from Consultant to Employee 46:44 Adapting to Change: The Pandemic's Impact 52:57 Embracing Innovation and AI in Career Development 01:01:59 Creating Opportunities: The After the Applause Initiative 01:10:23 Defining Success: The Journey of Becoming Share your thoughts: Do you agree with Sonya, that curiosity is the engine behind possibility? Was there a particular moment in the conversation that stood out to you? Let us know your valuable feedback by commenting below! Stay connected with us: If you enjoy personal development, fitness, and motivational discussions, please subscribe to our channel and stay tuned. ✅ Like the video if you enjoyed it. ✅ Share it with your friends. ✅ Turn on the bell icon to receive regular updates. Follow & Connect with Marion Website: https://www.marionroaman.com Instagram: / definingsuccesswithmarion Podcast: https://www.marionroaman.com/podcast TikTok: / definingsuccesswmarion Facebook: / marion.weilroaman LinkedIn: / marion-roaman-6aa221174 If you enjoyed this Episode, please LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE.

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  Episode #48

  Evolving Through the Fitness Industry : Nadia Zaki

  Sep 6, 20261h 12m

  Episode #48 of Defining Success with Marion Roaman features Nadia Zaki, Founder of Constantly Evolving and Inner Series. In this episode, Nadia and I get into it!!! We chat about the importance of movement, the inherent need to always be learning and evolving as well as how people need to toughen up a bit!! Some topics we touch upon: • Family, parenting & youth sports • Dance, auditions & self-discovery • Martial arts, yoga & inner strength • Overcoming self-doubt and fear of failure • Teaching, learning & continuous growth • The therapeutic power of movement • Building trust and community • Finding balance and slowing down • Defining success on your own terms About Nadia: Raised in Egypt and Sweden and now living in New York City, having discovered dance at a young age, Nadia has traveled the world as a professional dancer, choreographer and teacher. She studied dance in Sweden, London, Paris and the United States at prestigious schools such as Alvin Alley, Broadway Dance Center, Steps and The Edge and has spent the last 20 years studying and practicing yoga and martial arts—specifically Hapkido, Muay Thai, Kung Fu and Capoeira. This unique range of expertise led Nadia to create the Inner Series, a fusion of ballet technique, yoga and martial arts designed to build strength from the inside out through conscious, purposeful, beautiful movement that sculpts a longer, leaner-looking dancer-like body. Nadia has been a featured expert in national magazines such as Shape, Fitness, Whole Living and Martha Stewart Living and has choreographed for Nike, Reebok, Ralph Lauren,Crunch USA, Crunch Italy, and pop artists Fisher Spooner and Sylvia Tosun. She has also taught at workshops and conventions all over the world including ECA &IDEA, Nike Sweden, Nike Russia, Fitness Festivale Rimini, and led master classes in Italy, Sweden, Russia, Japan, England and the United States. Nadia currently teaches a variety of classes at Equinox Fitness Club and Crunch Fitness in New York City (see class schedule), as well as at select engagements around the world. Nadia’s positive energy and joy is contagious. She strongly believes that fitness should always be fun and lives life by the motto: “Leap and the net will appear.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 04:58 Family Life and Education 09:53 Sports and Youth Training Concerns 15:01 Martial Arts and Personal Philosophy 20:00 The Importance of Balance in Life 20:40 Evolving Through Challenges 23:05 The Journey of Dance and Self-Discovery 30:06 Building Trust in Teaching 38:59 Rediscovering Joy in Dance 44:38 Navigating the Dance Audition Process 47:59 Dancing with Legends: Nadia's Journey with Mia Michaels 49:47 Overcoming Self-Doubt in High-Pressure Environments 50:35 The Intersection of Dance and Martial Arts 52:55 Yoga and Martial Arts: Finding Balance and Calm 53:39 Creating Inner Strength: The Evolution of Nadia's Practice 01:01:30 The Importance of Slowing Down and Self-Reflection 01:10:00 The Philosophy of Movement: How It Shapes Our Lives 01:14:13 The Journey of Learning and Teaching 01:16:13 Embracing Failure and Growth 01:17:46 The Challenge of Staying Relevant 01:19:50 The Therapeutic Nature of Movement 01:22:48 Understanding the Body and Its Movements 01:24:05 The Importance of Retreats and Community 01:27:07 Defining Success in Personal Terms Connect with Nadia: web: http://nadiazaki.com/ IG: @constantlyevolving_nadiazaki

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  Episode #47

  September's Astro Forecast for Success with Darryl Gaines

  Aug 30, 202636 min

  This isn’t simply a September horoscope. The question guiding the entire conversation is: How can we consciously use September’s astrological energy to create success—personally, professionally and collectively? We’ll look first at the major planetary energies affecting everyone, then move through all 12 signs with a specific success strategy for each Sun and Rising sign. Success Through Reinvention Pluto continues its long transformation through Aquarius. This is bigger than any individual horoscope. We’re collectively redefining: Power Technology Community Networks Leadership Innovation Our relationship with the future SUCCESS STRATEGY: Don’t hold onto an old model simply because it once worked. KEY QUESTION: What definition of success have we outgrown? Listen to hear Darryl share insights for each of the 12 Sun Signs! Comment "success" below to receive a promo code to be used for a personal reading with Darryl Gaines. Follow Darryl Gaines: IG : @guidingplanet Web: https://www.guidingplanet.co/

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  Episode #46

  Swerve to Ripe: Eric Posner on Failure, Leadership & Reinvention

  Aug 23, 20261 hour

  Swerve to Ripe: Eric Posner on Failure, Leadership and Reinvention. Eric Posner studied psychology at Harvard and went on to found a venture-backed fitness technology company built at the intersection of motivation, performance, and human psychology. He lived the full reality of leadership along the way - fundraising, burning out, rebuilding, and learning what it actually takes to sustain performance when the stakes are high. Today he works with founders, executives, and elite athletes, including Olympians, navigating pivotal moments of growth and reinvention. In partnership with Megan Dolce, he co-creates the leadership frameworks, books, and tools behind RIPE. He's also a girl dad of two - a role that demands more presence, humility, and range than any other. Eric and I discuss the truth of entrepreneurship. It is one thing to have an idea, it is whole other thing to obsess on your idea, respond, react and learn in real time. We discuss how to handle it when your business is not succeeding in the way you had hoped, how to communicate with investors through difficult times and how to get yourself out of what can sometimes feel like a pile of sh*t. Eric candidly shares about how he was able to move beyond closing Swerve's doors and soon after join forces with his wife as her Co-founder and CEO at RIPE. We talk about: • Building confidence through experience • What failure can teach you • Leading through uncertainty • The power of values and community • Knowing when it’s time to pivot • And redefining success beyond money and achievement Eric says it simply: “Success is living true to your values.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:03 The Leap into Indoor Cycling Studios 05:58 The Psychology Behind Business Decisions 08:59 Building Confidence Through Experience 11:05 Navigating Challenges During COVID-19 15:00 The Pivot to New Concepts 20:02 Launching R.I.P.E and Leadership Lessons 24:54 Reflections on Failure and Growth 30:20 Embracing Wins and Overcoming Negativity 34:47 Building a Business Together: The Ripe Journey 38:07 Launching a Book: Tools for Leadership Development 40:27 Creating Community and Events for Growth 42:36 Navigating Business with a Partner: Insights and Advice 49:14 The Impact of Fatherhood on Perspective 55:23 Defining Success: Fulfillment Over Materialism Get on the waitlist for Ripe's book, Get Your Mind Ripe: https://www.get-ripe.com/gymr Follow Ripe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/get_ripe/ Follow Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/posenosebest/ Visit Ripe's website: https://www.get-ripe.com/ COMMENT BELOW: How do you keep yourself moving beyond failure? Do you think everyone is a leader? If you enjoyed this conversation, please LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE for more conversations about mental health, resilience, adversity, personal growth, disability, therapy, and meaningful living. #businessgrowth #entrepreneurship #failuretosuccess #pivots #fitnessjourney #boutiquefitness #valuesmatter #leadershipskills #familylove #founders #getripe #definingsuccess #businessmindset #executive #coach #coachingbusiness #leadershipmindset

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  Episode #45

  When Adversity Becomes Purpose : Rebecca Alexander on Thriving with Usher Syndrome

  Aug 16, 20261h 8m

  Rebecca Alexander is an award-winning author, psychodynamic psychotherapist, disability advocate, mental health educator, endurance athlete, and living with Usher syndrome, a rare genetic condition that has progressively impacted both her vision and hearing. Rebecca and I explore the complicated relationship between adversity, mental health, resilience, survival and success, including why Rebecca rejects the idea the she has "overcome" her challenges. Instead, she describes herself as someone who has lived through and worked through them, continually learning how to accept what she cannot change while creating a powerful life. We also take a candid look at today's mental health culture, social media, validation, and the growing discomfort many people have with simply being alone with themselves. Rebecca challenges the idea that we should protect ourselves and our children from every difficult emotion, arguing for the importance of developing distress tolerance, resilience, real-world connection, and the ability to be uncomfortable.She shares openly about her own therapy, trauma work, grief, family history, and the brutal inner critic she has worked to understand rather than silence. Together, we discuss the importance of looking beyond labels and diagnoses to understand the deeper experiences that may shape how we feel and behave. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 02:23 Rebecca's Journey: From Diagnosis to Advocacy 12:09 Overcoming Adversity: The Impact of an Accident 20:07 Navigating College Life and Identity 24:34 Mental Health and Disability: A Deep Dive 29:33 Cultural Reflections on Mental Health 33:31 The Importance of Therapy and Self-Care 34:48 Navigating Identity and Acceptance 39:41 The Impact of Generational Trauma 45:42 Living with Challenges: Acceptance vs. Overcoming 49:48 The Role of Social Media in Mental Health 53:17 Documenting a Life: The Journey of a Documentary 01:01:49 Defining Success in the Face of Adversity Purchase Rebecca's book, Not Fade Away: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Fade-Away-Memoir-Senses/dp/1592409415 Follow Rebecca on IG: https://www.instagram.com/_rebeccaalexander_/ Visit Rebecca's Website: https://www.rebeccaalexander.org/

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