If you’ve ever felt like building a business and leading a team means carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders—this one’s for you.

I sat down with Chiara Airoldi, co-founder and COO of Cloove, to talk about what it really takes to scale a startup, lead a team, and delegate without turning into a control freak. Chiara shares her journey from working in startups to building her own business, how she raised €400,000 in pre-seed funding, and the biggest lessons she’s learned about leadership, delegation, and building a team that actually takes ownership.

If you’ve ever found yourself micromanaging, struggling to let go of tasks, or feeling stuck in the operational weeds, Chiara breaks down the mindset shifts and systems that make all the difference.

We dive into:

(04:11) Why Chiara left the corporate world and what drew her to startups
(05:59) Raising €400K in pre-seed funding—and the biggest challenges that came next
(06:46) The hardest part of leading a team (hint: it’s not what you think)
(08:54) The one system every founder needs to avoid becoming a bottleneck
(12:35) How to hire people who take initiative (without just throwing money at the problem)
(16:21) The real reason founders struggle to let go of tasks—and how to shift that
(20:19) How to stop sweating small mistakes and focus on what actually moves the needle
(26:19) Managing team mistakes without damaging trust or morale
(32:08) Why standardization is your best friend—and the tool that changed the game for Chiara
(36:30) How Chiara finds time for personal development while running a startup

Chiara keeps it real about the challenges of leadership and how she’s grown as a founder—plus, she shares some practical ways to step out of reaction mode and into high-performance leadership.

If you’re building a team, scaling a business, or just trying to survive startup chaos, this is a must-listen.

Listen now and let me know what resonated most.

Connect with Chiara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiara-airoldi/

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About Emily:
Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

Ever feel like there’s an invisible pressure driving you to constantly do more? That subtle hum in the background, always telling you to keep moving, keep achieving—it’s not just in your head. In this episode, I’m sharing a recent live session where I unpacked the concept of chronic urgency: why so many of us experience it, how it’s been hardwired into us, and the ways it’s holding us back from true focus and peace.

I dive into:

• The color spectrum of emotional states and how to identify where you are.
• How urgency might have helped you succeed but now drains your energy.
• The difference between “good urgency” and the chronic, destructive kind.
• Practical tools like somatic resourcing and orienting to bring your body back to calm.
• Why learning to pause (and not doing the laundry) could transform how you show up every day.

Key Takeaway:
You don’t have to live in constant urgency to thrive. Pausing, feeling safe, and moving intentionally isn’t just possible—it’s essential.

Timestamp Highlights:
0:00 - Why urgency is the silent saboteur of your nervous system.
2:15 - What is “body fullness” and how I practice it daily.
4:30 - How developmental trauma creates chronic urgency in adulthood.
6:45 - The “air conditioning” of constant action: where it comes from and how to notice it.
9:00 - Tools to move from an urgent state to a calm, regulated one.
12:00 - Q&A: Managing overwhelm in high-pressure industries like Web3.

Resources & Tools Mentioned:

• The Energy Boost Guide: Includes tools to reset, refocus, and recharge when you feel that urgency bubbling.
• Connect with me on Instagram: @emilyrosedallaracoach

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Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

From Slack wars to leadership transparency, here’s how to make hybrid work… well, work.

In this episode, I’m chatting with Rory Brimmer, Director at Turo UK, about what it really takes to create a culture that doesn’t suck in a hybrid work environment. Rory’s journey is wild—from turning down a Big Four gig (mid-interview, no less) to jumping headfirst into startup life at Turo. Spoiler: it worked out.

We talk about why culture matters (like, really matters), how to build trust when half the team is remote, and the sneaky ways burnout creeps in when you’re leading from your kitchen table. Rory also spills on a brilliant idea called the “Great Debate,” where even interns bring game-changing ideas to the table.

If you’ve ever felt like hybrid work is a constant battle between flexibility and connection, this one’s for you. It’s equal parts relatable and packed with takeaways you can steal for your team.

Here’s What We Get Into:

• [5:28] Productivity Peaks – Why your 11pm “power hour” is valid and how to build schedules that actually work for humans.
• [10:17] Office vs. WFH – The real talk on why fully remote isn’t always the dream (but also why commutes suck).
• [17:27] Culture That Doesn’t Feel Forced – What makes people want to stay, even when there’s no free lunch in sight.
• [24:05] Transparency = Trust – How being radically open with your team (yes, even about the budget) changes everything.
• [33:52] Leap of Faith – Rory’s mic-drop moment in a Big Four interview and why startups turned out to be the perfect chaos for him.
• [42:57] The “Great Debate” Hack – The fun team ritual that brings unlikely ideas (and healthy conflict) to the surface.
• [50:08] Protecting Your Energy – Why being “always on” is overrated and how to block time like a pro leader.

It’s the perfect mix of practical tips, good vibes, and some solid perspective shifts on how to lead in a way that feels good—not draining.

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Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

Ever wondered how a makeup artist built and SOLD a tech company with NO tech experience?

In this episode, Nicola Gunby, Co-Founder of Cliq, reveals her journey from makeup artist in Australia to successfully exiting her beauty tech platform and launching and raising half a million for her new community app CLIQ.

🔥 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
03:37 - From makeup artist to tech founder
08:15 - The power of following your gut
15:23 - How travel changed everything
21:45 - Successfully raising £500K for her startup
28:52 - The truth about acquisitions
35:16 - Building community-focused products
42:30 - The loneliness epidemic solution

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

-Why following your intuition leads to success
-How to crowdfund and attract angel investors
-The REAL reason behind selling her first company
-Why community is the future of social media
-The power of asking for help and taking risks

🎯 Connect with Nicola:
Instagram: @findyourcliq
LinkedIn: Nicola Gunby

#StartupSuccess #FemaleFounders #TechStartup #BusinessJourney #WomenInTech #StartupLife #Entrepreneurship #CommunityBuilding #BusinessPodcast #BubblingOut

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Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

On this week's episode, Aliya Das Gupta, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Sygnum Bank, shares her insights on balancing a high-powered career with motherhood and self-care. Her journey from public policy to crypto, and her strategies for maintaining her own balance in a fast-paced industry, might surprise you.

If you've been looking for practical ways to manage stress and avoid burnout while excelling in your career, this episode is exactly what you need.

Highlights:
* How Aliya transitioned from public policy to becoming a leader in the crypto industry
* The secret to creating your own community in a male-dominated field
* What burnout really looks like and how to recognize the signs
* A peek into Aliya's simple yet effective stress-relief rituals
* How to balance career ambitions with being present for your family

Plus, we're unpacking:
* Why assuming "stupidity instead of malice" can improve your work relationships
* The importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care
* How to create a morning routine that works, even with a young child

Key Insights:
* Aliya's approach to managing work-life balance after returning from maternity leave
* The power of small, daily practices in maintaining mental health
* How to ask for and accept support without feeling guilty

If you've ever experienced the challenge of trying to "have it all," then this episode is for you. Aliya's candid sharing and practical advice offer a refreshing perspective on female leadership and personal well-being.

Remember, it's okay to prioritize and make choices that work for you. As Aliya says, "It's a constant journey of checking in." So take a deep breath, tune in, and let's explore how to bubble up some leadership magic together!

🔗 connect with Aliya
Linkedin
Sygnum Bank

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Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

How to balance ambition and well-being in high-pressure environments with Matt Wright of Gaia Net.

In this episode, I sit down with Matt Wright, a seasoned community builder and leader with a fascinating journey from making pizzas to driving global tech initiatives.

Matt shares his unique perspective on leadership, shaped by his experiences in sports, emergency medical services, and the tech world. We dive deep into how these diverse experiences have molded his approach to team building and management in the fast-paced startup environment.

Here's what we cover:

* (00:36) Matt's journey from California to New York and his love for cultural diversity
* (04:29) The birth of Matt's passion for community building in college
* (11:00) Matt's unexpected leap into the world of hackathons and global tech events
* (21:14) The importance of understanding your 'why' in career choices
* (28:59) Matt's approach to leadership and building resilient teams
* (35:50) The value of diversity in thought and culture within teams
* (47:10) Matt's insights on finding mentors and being a mentor
* (54:44) Balancing tough love and nurturing in leadership
* (59:53) Creating a positive startup culture without the "grind" mentality

Whether you're a budding leader, a community builder, or someone navigating the complex world of startups, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiring stories. Matt's journey reminds us that the path to leadership is rarely straightforward, but it's always enriching.

Join us for a conversation that might just change how you think about your own leadership journey and the communities you're part of or hope to build.

☀︎ About Matt:
Throughout his career, Matt has much experience as a community growth expert with emphasis in emerging markets. He has been responsible for community development around various technology brands in North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Mainland China, and three additional international startup ecosystems as AngelHack’s Director of Community Development.

While there, Matt contributed to the development of their global developer community that scaled from 50k to 100k members in two years, powered by 200+ global Ambassadors. Along with his team and the Community, Matt remotely organized 150+ hackathons for Fortune 500 companies such as Mastercard, Motorola, ABInBev, RBC, Barclays, U.S. Chamber of

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Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Sam YAP, an incredible entrepreneur who's mastered the art of balancing motherhood and running a successful PR agency in the Web 3 space. As a fellow business owner, I know how challenging it can be to juggle multiple responsibilities, and Sam's story is truly inspiring.

In this episode, we dive deep into how Sam manages her global team while taking care of a newborn, and the surprising ways motherhood has transformed her leadership style. We explore the importance of building strong systems and processes that allow your business to thrive even when you step away.

Sam shares her insights on hiring the right people, fostering a culture of excellence, and the power of letting go as a leader. We also touch on the role of faith in her life and how it grounds her amidst the chaos of running a business and raising a family.

Whether you're a parent, an entrepreneur, or just someone looking to create more balance in your life, there's something in this conversation for you.

Here's what we cover:

Chapters:
00:01 - Introduction and post-ECC reflections
05:29 - What brings joy and purpose in work life
07:55 - Building leaders and creating impact in the Web3 space
13:35 - Hiring strategies and identifying cultural fit 20:40 - Transformative moments: From CEO to mother
24:21 - Systems for stepping away from the business
28:19 - Ensuring processes are followed and performance management
30:29 - Balancing business growth with personal well-being
32:53 - Recognizing and respecting personal limits
34:08 - The role of faith in managing multiple responsibilities

I hope you find this conversation as enlightening as I did. It's a reminder that with the right mindset and systems in place, we can achieve great things both in our personal lives and our businesses.

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Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...

I'm back with a quickie solo episode, diving into the world of promotions and leadership. As someone who's been there, done that, and coached others through it, I wanted to share some real talk about what happens when you step into those big roles - you know, Director, VP, C-suite level stuff.

Here's the thing: what got you here won't get you there. When you're promoted, you need to shift gears from being the technical expert to becoming a true leader. It's not just about doing the work anymore; it's about leading a team without burning out.

In this episode, I break down:

• Why trying to prove yourself too quickly is a recipe for disaster (09:00)
• The danger of jumping to conclusions in a new role (09:50)
• How neglecting your personal transition can lead to failure (11:24)
• The importance of embracing a learner mindset (12:35)
• Why emotional resilience is crucial for leadership success (13:46)

I also share a bit about my own experiences, including how I burnt out twice in my first head of marketing role (06:37). But don't worry, I've got your back!

I mention my free mini-course that'll help you nail those first 90 days in a new role (15:10).

✨ Get it here: https://www.emilyrosedallara.com/trusttoresults

Look, stepping into a new leadership position can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. With the right mindset and tools, you can rock it from day one. So if you're facing a promotion or just want to up your leadership game, this episode is for you.

Chapters: 00:01 Introduction and current situation 04:13 New affirmation and bringing energy 06:37 Personal experience with promotion challenges 08:59 Reasons leaders fail in new roles 11:24 Neglecting personal transition in new roles 13:46 Emotional resilience and leadership 15:10 Mini-course introduction for new leaders

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About Emily:
Emily Rose Dallara transforms underperforming teams and leaders into growth engines, driving more revenue, more time, and less stress for businesses.

With over 9 years of experience scaling marketing teams as a CMO, globally in Web3, startups, and crypto, Emily combines her expertise as a growth advisor & leadership coach with nervous system and energy management tools to optimize team performance and leadership dynamics.

She’s also a qualified somatic practitioner and the host of Bubbling Out, a podcast that explores insights from inspiring leaders and visionaries.

Awards: Emily was voted a Top Woman of the Future 2022 and a Woman in Web 3 Changemaker by N...