If you’d like to skip the personal updates at the beginning, the summary of “Flavor and Fearlessness” with Merve starts at minute 6.

Merve's Journey of Boldness, Imperfection & Heart.

This episode is close to my heart. I talk about the incredible story of Merve — a woman I admire deeply. She’s a founder, a daughter, a leader, and a true powerhouse. Together with her mother, she built a catering business from the ground up, navigating challenges with courage, humor, and resilience.

Her story reminded me (and hopefully reminds you too) that you don’t need to have it all figured out to start. You just need to begin — and keep going.

In this episode, I talk about:

• How Merve turned “starting from scratch” into her greatest strength
• Why your cultural background is your unique power
• The trap of perfectionism and how to break free from it
• The magic of improvisation in business and life
• Building a heart-led business with purpose and values
• Being a role model without losing softness, femininity, or joy

Why this story matters:Because it's real. Because it shows what happens when we show up fully, messily, and fearlessly. Merve's story is full of warmth, lessons, and the reminder that we are not alone — community matters. Family matters. And most of all, our stories matter.

Links & Resources:
💼 Connect with Merve:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hale-merve-demirg%C3%BClle-979563180/
🍽️ Want to book her catering?

🎓 Learn more about my womenforfinance online academy:

📥 Looking for 1:1 mentoring or a finance workshop for your team?

moni@womenforfinance.io

If this episode moved you, inspired you, or made you reflect — I’d love to hear from you.

Message me, tag me, share your thoughts. And if you have guest ideas for future episodes (German or English), my inbox is always open 💚

Die mutige Gründerin hinter dem Geschmack von Zuhause: Merve von Sheker Catering im aktuellen Interview!

In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Merve – Gründerin von Sheker Catering, einem Herzensprojekt, das mehr ist als nur gutes Essen.

Merve nimmt uns mit in ihre Welt: Wir sprechen über kulturelle Prägung, Female Empowerment, den Mut zur Gründung und die Stärke, sich selbst treu zu bleiben.

Freu dich auf ein tiefgründiges Gespräch über Identität, Widerstandskraft, Community und den Traum vom eigenen Weg - und zwei weitere Folgen mit Merve! Stay tuned!

Links:

www.sheker.de

@shekercatering

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hale-merve-demirgülle-979563180/

Burnout isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of a better way to work

In this episode, I’m sharing a story many high performers avoid discussing but desperately need to hear—how I confronted burnout while running a thriving finance and investing mentoring business, and the strategies I developed to rebuild my energy and productivity.

In this episode, I’ll cover:
🚀 The truth about burnout: why it’s not just about overworking and how it can hit even the most accomplished professionals.

💼 How cultural norms and societal expectations can make recognizing burnout harder—and what to do about it.

🩺 The importance of taking control of your health through proper diagnostics, like hormonal and cortisol testing, and actionable steps to regain balance.

⏱️ Why redefining your boundaries and workflows is critical to sustainable success—and how to do it effectively.

💡 Practical strategies for leveraging your unique strengths, cycles, and energy patterns to thrive in both life and business.

This episode isn’t about slowing down; it’s about recalibrating to move forward smarter and stronger. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or a driven professional, these insights will empower you to maintain peak performance without sacrificing your health.

🎧 Tune in now to discover how to navigate burnout, reclaim control, and redefine success on your own terms.

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