In this special first episode of Humanising Business & Life, Kiani Mills is joined by Becc Hannan to introduce a new chapter of the podcast, one that goes beyond business and into the realities of life behind it.

This isn’t just about strategy, success, or growth. It’s about the human experience that sits underneath it all.

Together, Kiani and Becc open up a space for honest, unfiltered conversations around what it really looks like to build a business while navigating relationships, identity, pressure, emotions, and personal growth in real time.

This episode sets the foundation for the series, a place where nothing is off limits. Where conversations aren’t polished or perfect, but real, reflective, and deeply human.

They explore the importance of creating environments where people feel safe to be seen, heard, and understood, and why so many of us feel disconnected despite appearing successful on the outside.

From self-awareness and emotional honesty to the realities of balancing ambition with life, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with what actually matters.

This series is for anyone building something a business, a life, and wanting to do it in a way that feels aligned, honest, and human.

You’ll learn:

• Why business and life cannot be separated, no matter how hard we try

• The importance of creating space for honest, unfiltered conversations

• How pressure, expectations, and identity shape our decisions

• Why so many people feel disconnected despite external success

• The role of self-awareness in navigating both business and life

• How vulnerability builds stronger relationships and deeper connection

• Why slowing down can create more clarity than constantly pushing forward

• The importance of feeling seen, heard, and understood

• How to navigate growth while staying aligned to who you are

• Why real conversations matter more than perfect ones

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In this deeply reflective episode of Humanising Business, Kiani reconnects with Mirza Mahic, a childhood friend whose life journey has spanned war, migration, hardship, brotherhood, entrepreneurship, and profound spiritual growth.

From leaving war-torn Bosnia as a child to rebuilding life in Germany and eventually Australia, Mirza shares how navigating different cultures, languages, and identities shaped his emotional intelligence and adaptability. What could have immobilised him became the foundation of his strength.

Together, they explore the power of embracing both darkness and light within ourselves, the illusion of “saving” others, and the wisdom that comes from allowing each person to walk their own path.

Mirza also shares the evolution of his business, Aluminium Revival, and how passion, mastery of craft, and identifying a gap in the market allowed him and his brother to build a scalable, purpose-driven company rooted in excellence.

This conversation moves beyond business into the heart of what it means to be human, to accept our parents, release blame, guide our children without control, and understand that every challenge carries a gift.

This episode is a reminder that hardship can either harden you or awaken you, and the choice is always yours.

You’ll learn:

• How growing up through war and migration shaped emotional intelligence and adaptability

• The difference between being immobilised by hardship and allowing it to transform you

• Why you cannot “save” anyone, you can only hold their hand in the dark

• The importance of allowing people to walk their own journey

• How embracing both your light and shadow creates true self-acceptance

• Why contrast and polarity are essential for growth

• The power of compassion in parenting, leadership, and relationships

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In this deeply honest and empowering episode of She Can Humanise Business, Kiani Mills is joined by LinkedIn expert, former advertising executive, and coach Rachel Lounds for a powerful conversation about identity, burnout, reinvention, and the courage to step fully into yourself.

Rachel shares her journey from a 20-year corporate career in the advertising industry, where she struggled with confidence, imposter syndrome, and toxic workplace environments, to rebuilding her life and business from rock bottom. After experiencing redundancy, burnout, IVF loss, and the breakdown of a relationship all at once, she was forced to confront her identity, worthiness, and the path she truly wanted to take.

Through personal development, coaching, faith, and deep inner work, Rachel rebuilt her confidence and found the courage to show up authentically in the world. She now helps professionals and founders use LinkedIn as a platform to express their voice, build meaningful relationships, and create opportunities aligned with who they truly are.

Together, Kiani and Rachel explore the power of self-belief, authenticity, and connection, and how the relationships we build, both online and offline, can fundamentally change the trajectory of our lives.

This episode is a reminder that your lowest moments can become the foundation for your greatest transformation, and that when you stop trying to fit in and start trusting yourself, entirely new opportunities begin to emerge.

You’ll learn:

• How burnout, redundancy, and personal loss can become catalysts for reinvention

• Why imposter syndrome prevents so many people from stepping into their potential

• How corporate environments can disconnect people from their authentic identity

• The role of self-belief and worthiness in rebuilding confidence and direction

• How LinkedIn can create life-changing relationships and career opportunities

• Why authenticity is the most powerful personal branding strategy

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