Level Up with Loraine
Welcome to Level Up with Loraine, your go-to space for personal growth, career glow-ups, and all things lifestyle!
I’m Loraine – an HR and Psychology pro, personal development coach, and all-around people enthusiast. My mission? To help you show up as your most authentic and unstoppable self in every area of life.
Each episode is packed with inspiration, real talk, and practical tips–whether it’s from my own journey or amazing guests who’ve mastered the art of levelling up. Oh, and since i’m a certified lover of books, travel, and all things nice, expect some solid recommendations along the way!
So, are you ready to step into your best self? Hit play, and let’s level up together!
Episodes
24 episodes
Daily Affirmations
Unlock your potential one positive thought at a time! In today’s episode of Level Up with Loraine, we dive into the practice of daily affirmations—what they are, why they work, and how to craft statements that truly stick. Tune in to lear...
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9:22
The Compound Effect
Success isn’t built overnight—it’s the result of small, consistent actions that add up over time. In this episode of Level Up with Loraine, we dive into the compound effect and how it shapes your career, business, and personal growth. From dail...
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16:37
Building Your Personal Board of Advisors
Success isn’t a solo journey—you need the right people in your corner. In this episode, I break down how to build a Personal Board of Advisors—a group of key individuals who challenge, support, and guide you toward your next level.We’ll...
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17:22
The Entrepreneurship Journey, with Junior Bakasa
What does it really take to be an entrepreneur? In this episode, we sit down with multi-award winning and serial entrepreneur Junior Bakasa - to unpack the mindset, habits, and strategies needed for success. From overcoming challenges to se...
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45:52
The 4 Agreements: Simple Truths, Big Impact
In this episode, we dive into The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz - four simple yet powerful principles that can transform the way we communicate, love, and navigate relationships. From breaking free of assumptions to learning the power of i...
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16:47
Mastering Emotional Intelligence
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Emotional Intelligence (EI)—what it is, why it matters, and how you can cultivate it to transform your personal and professional life. From understanding your emotions to building stronger relatio...
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19:48
Embracing New Horizons
What happens when you step into the unknown and embrace life outside your comfort zone? In this episode i talk about my recent continental move, and all that came with embracing this huge change. We explore the transformative power of pushing p...
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26:26
Self-Love
Its the month of Love, and what better time to talk about Self-Love. Lets delve into the definition; the difference between self-love & self-care; the challenges and practical ways you can apply to cultivate Self-Love.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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16:25
Part 2: How to deal with a narcissist
Tips on how do you deal with a narcissist. Tune in!
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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24:16
Part 1: What is it narcissism?
What is Narcissism?What are the signs & types of narcissists. I have recently become intrigued by the topic, precipitated by my own experiences. I have read, researched and spoken to victims of this phenomenon. Now... I am ready t...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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24:24
Setting boundaries
In this episode i discuss setting and defining boundaries and communicating them. I also cover learning to say “no” to things that don't serve you or cause you discomfort/feeling disrespected. I also share a few tips on how to maintain your own...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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12:42
Building an authentic personal brand with Nancy Chakabuda
In this episode im joined by a heavy-hitter, Nancy Chakabuda in discussing Building an Authentic Personal Brand. Some of the key ingredients for this are discussed and include clarity of ambition & brand; embracing failures, performa...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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38:54
36 lessons at 36: Part II
Part 2I've learned lessons on everything from self-awareness, relationship management, to what makes me happy (and not). Grief, marriage, parenting, friendships and growth plus many other experiences have opened my eyes to s...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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34:14
36 lessons at 36: Part I
Part 1I've learned lessons on everything from self-awareness, relationship management, to what makes me happy (and not). Grief, marriage, parenting, friendships and growth plus many other experiences have opened my eyes to s...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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30:30
I got the job..now what? featuring Tanya Maponga
On this episode, I am joined by Recruiter_Bae, Tanya Maponga, and she shares tips and nuggets about what to do when you step into a new job or role. She is a Talent Acquisition professional for a Big tech company and the Founder of Recruiterbae...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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48:24
Giving and receiving feedback
Have you ever wondered why conversations that need not be difficult sometimes end terribly? Or why you dread having difficult conversations? Well, preparation is the key to taking the complexity and awkwardness out of it. In this episode, I dis...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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25:51
A book review: Spare by Prince Harry
In this episode, I share with you my summary of the book Spare by Prince Harry and my key takeaway. Surprisingly, this book has some eye-opening personal and professional lessons. Have a listen, read the book, and let me know your thoughts.&nbs...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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8:18
Managing transitions with Zola Mathonsi
In this episode, I am joined by Zola Mathonsi. We are sharing personal stories on transitioning to a new version of yourself. Key takeaways:- Adjusting your mindset for the transition or change-Clear communication and willingne...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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39:13
How to position yourself for success - featuring Brian Simba Gatawa
Loraine with her guest and husband, Brian Simba Gatawa, discuss how you can position yourself for success and share some strategies that have worked for them. They discuss factors such as cultivating a growth mindset, harnessing your unique str...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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31:37
Show me your resume
My Top 8 tips for your resume to stand out. This episode aims to help you highlight yourself on your resume.Also reach out to me on my LinkedIn profile for one on one assistance on resumes, interview preparations and all things HR.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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8:09
Dealing with self-doubt
How to deal with self doubt...here are some practical ways to do this.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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17:06