In this episode of the Brilliantly Branded Podcast, Maria Lucia Romero speaks with Ine Franckaert, career coach and founder of Head to Heart.

Together, they talked what it truly means to re-develop yourself as a woman—especially when life calls you to reconnect with who you are.

Ine opens up about her personal journey from living on autopilot to choosing purpose over expectations.

She shares insights from her research with over 100 women and what she discovered about fulfillment, intuition, and identity.

What you’ll take away:

• Why intuition is your leadership superpower
• How age can be a source of clarity and happiness
• What fulfilled women value more than money or titles
• How to identify and move through impostor syndrome and perfectionism
• What it really takes to reconnect with your voice and build a brand from within

What happens when women are shown what’s possible in science and tech?
They rise—brilliantly.

In Capsule #12 of our Brilliantly Branded Podcast mini-series, we spotlight Lola Villaro, who leads communications for the NATO Office of the Chief Scientist in Brussels.

She’s also the passionate force behind the Women and Girls in Science Challenge, recently recognized as the Most Impactful Initiative at the Women in Tech Europe Awards.

Lola shares what fuels her work, the importance of visibility and role models for young girls in science, and how supportive leadership—like that of her colleague can change the trajectory of a career.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Inspiration is contagious when women are given space to lead.
• Representation matters—we need to show girls what’s possible.
• Empowerment comes through opportunity and trust.

👉 Tune in to hear how Lola is using storytelling, science, and support to drive visibility for women in STEAM.

In this episode of The Brilliantly Branded Podcast, we sit down with Fanély Gouguet, a conceptual copywriter, screenwriter, and author who has built a creative life rooted in emotional storytelling.

Fanély shares how she moved from burnout to purpose, turning a quiet curiosity into published stories and screenplays. From writing in the early hours of the morning to crafting ideas that spark imagination, her story is both practical and deeply inspiring.

Key takeaways from this episode:

• What “visual writing” is and how it works across books, film, and advertising
• How Fanély creates space for ideas through routine and stillness
• Why sensory details (sight, sound, smell) make stories unforgettable
• The link between fear and creative purpose
• Her journey from corporate life to full-time storytelling
• Advice for women finding their voice in male-dominated creative industries

Whether you’re a writer, artist, or simply someone who wants to create more, this conversation is a reminder to trust the process—and use your voice.

🔗 Listen now and share with someone who needs creative encouragement.