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What does it really mean to stand tall when life has knocked you down?
In this episode of Stand Tall, Fiorella Erni sits down with Martin Coul, founder of OTII, for a deeply personal conversation about resilience, vulnerability and the courage to ask for help.
Martin shares the experiences that shaped his journey from childhood adversity and foster care to building a company dedicated to mental wellbeing and psychological safety. Together, they explore why strength isn't found in pretending everything is fine, but in creating space for honest conversations, healthy boundaries and genuine human connection.
They also reflect on the people who helped shape Martin's path, the importance of friendship, the healing power of nature, and the small daily rituals that help us find balance in demanding lives.
A Stand Tall conversation about resilience, compassion and discovering that sometimes the bravest thing we can do is let others stand beside us.
Guest: Martin Coul
Topics: Mental Wellbeing • Leadership • Resilience • Vulnerability • Psychological Safety • Entrepreneurship • Personal Growth -
Most entrepreneurs never nail the secret to transforming a simple idea into a thriving, scalable business but Eliana Zamprogna did.
From working within corporate giants to building Yumame Foods from a kitchen experiment to a Swiss success story, she reveals the mental shifts and bold decisions that made her journey possible.
In this episode, you'll discover how Eliana unlearned her corporate safety nets to embrace rapid decision-making and agility.
We break down her approach to negotiating win-win partnerships in just 15 minutes, and how a shared vision can turn complex deals into straightforward handshakes.
She discusses the importance of patience, the courage to walk away from unsuitable opportunities, and the role of positive role models in shaping her leadership style.
You'll also hear powerful insights on what it takes to stand tall in the face of uncertainty, how to craft your personal message through details like posture and style, and why gratitude plays a key role in her ongoing journey.
Eliana shares how her passion for healthy, plant-based foods is driven by more than business, it’s about community, trust, and making a difference.
This episode is perfect for founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, or anyone facing the challenge of scaling their ideas while staying true to their values.
If you’re ready to rethink what’s possible and learn from someone who’s built a brand on purpose, don’t miss this conversation with Eliana Zamprogna.
Her story proves that with the right mindset and boldness, you can turn even the simplest kitchen experiments into a business that helps hundreds, even thousands, of families enjoy healthier, sustainable food.
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What happens when you stop trying to fit the mould and start trusting your own voice?
In this episode of Stand Tall, Fiorella Erni sits down with Stéphanie Fuchs, founder of a Zurich-based tax boutique, for a conversation about authenticity, confidence and building a career on your own terms.
From corporate life to entrepreneurship, Stéphanie shares how unlearning the need for control gave her the freedom to lead with greater clarity, conviction and purpose. Together, they explore negotiation, leadership, artificial intelligence, personal style and the role confidence plays in shaping every decision we make.
They also discuss Stéphanie's work on artificial intelligence in law and tax, the women who inspired her journey, and why standing tall often begins with trusting yourself before asking others to do the same.
A Stand Tall conversation about leadership, reinvention and the courage to own your voice.
Guest: Stéphanie Fuchs
Topics: Entrepreneurship • Negotiation • AI • Leadership • Confidence • Women in Business • Personal Stylevisit cheetah stories here
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Divya Shori, CEO and co-founder of Renova Switzerland, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on leadership, negotiation and the courage to stay true to your values.
From her early career in corporate strategy to building a purpose-driven business in Switzerland, Divya reflects on the lessons that shaped her approach to entrepreneurship and ethical leadership. Together, they explore integrity, resilience and why some of the most important decisions in business begin with saying no.
Through personal stories and practical insights, they discuss negotiation, purpose, sustainability and the courage required to walk away from opportunities that do not align with your vision.
A Stand Tall conversation about conviction, authenticity and building success without compromise.
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What if the biggest obstacle to your growth is a story you've been telling yourself for years?
In this episode of Stand Tall, Fiorella Erni sits down with Katia Vlachos, author, reinvention coach and global nomad, for a conversation about self-discovery, authenticity and the courage to unlearn.
Together, they explore the beliefs many women inherit from an early age: to be agreeable, self-sacrificing and endlessly accommodating. Katia shares her personal journey from perfectionism and people-pleasing to living with greater freedom, ambition and self-trust, and explains why unlearning can be just as important as learning.
The conversation explores boundaries, self-worth, negotiation, reinvention and the courage required to challenge the narratives that keep us small. Through personal stories and practical insights, Katia offers a powerful reminder that confidence is not about becoming someone else. It is about returning to who you truly are.
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• The "good girl" conditioning many women inherit
• People-pleasing and perfectionism
• Setting boundaries without guilt
• Self-worth and self-advocacy
• Reinvention and personal growth
• The lifelong process of unlearningA Stand Tall conversation about authenticity, freedom and the courage to become who you were always meant to be.
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Katia Vlachos, author, reinvention coach and global nomad, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on self-discovery, authenticity and the courage to unlearn.
Together, they explore the beliefs many women inherit from an early age: to be agreeable, self-sacrificing and endlessly accommodating. Katia reflects on her own journey from perfectionism and people-pleasing to living with greater freedom, ambition and self-trust.
Through personal stories and practical insights, they discuss boundaries, self-worth, reinvention and the ongoing process of questioning the narratives that keep us small.
A Stand Tall conversation about authenticity, self-advocacy and the courage to become who you were always meant to be.
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Tatiana joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on purpose-driven leadership, entrepreneurship and building a business aligned with your values.
Together, they explore what it means to lead with integrity, challenge conventional definitions of success and make decisions that create long-term impact. Drawing inspiration from indigenous philosophies of equality, mentorship and community, Tatiana reflects on the lessons that have shaped her approach to leadership and the responsibility that comes with building for the future.
The conversation touches on negotiation, empathy, sustainability and the importance of the women, mentors and communities that help us grow along the way.
A Stand Tall conversation about purpose, courage and creating success that benefits both people and planet.
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Barbara Sartore, humanitarian professional and rescue worker, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on confidence, self-worth and embracing imperfection.
Drawing on her experience working in humanitarian and rescue operations across the Mediterranean, Barbara reflects on the moments that challenged her assumptions about leadership, resilience and what it means to be strong. Together, they explore perfectionism, self-acceptance and the ongoing negotiation many women have with themselves.
Through personal stories and honest reflections, Barbara shares why confidence is not something we achieve through titles, success or external validation, but something we build by learning to trust ourselves exactly as we are.
A Stand Tall conversation about authenticity, self-kindness and finding the confidence to show up fully, flaws and all.
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Samantha Mureau, founder of Planet of the Grapes, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on innovation, entrepreneurship and the courage to challenge established ways of doing things.
From a small experiment in Provence to creating a next-generation material derived from vineyard by-products, Samantha shares the journey of building a business rooted in values, craftsmanship and long-term thinking. Together, they explore what it means to create change in an industry often driven by speed, and why meaningful innovation requires both conviction and perseverance.
A Stand Tall conversation about patience, purpose and building a future aligned with your values.
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Mark Schwartz, legendary shoe designer and Creative Director of Cheetah Stories, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on creativity, craftsmanship and the courage to remain original.
Mentored by Roger Vivier and shaped by decades of experience in luxury fashion, Mark reflects on the lessons that have guided his career, from trusting his instincts and challenging convention to creating designs that are remembered long after trends fade.
Together, they explore creativity, confidence, innovation and the importance of pushing boundaries, even when others doubt what is possible. Mark shares stories from a lifetime of design, the mentors who shaped him, and why true craftsmanship begins with imagination.
A Stand Tall conversation about originality, creative conviction and the courage to create something uniquely your own.
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Francesca Pozzi, entrepreneur, business leader and co-founder of UBMaior, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on confidence, leadership and the evolving definition of success.
Together, they explore what it means to build a career aligned with your values, navigate challenges with resilience and remain authentic in environments that often encourage compromise. Francesca reflects on the lessons learned through entrepreneurship, the importance of boundaries and why true confidence comes from knowing who you are beyond titles and achievements.
A Stand Tall conversation about integrity, self-awareness and the courage to lead in your own way.
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Francesca-Giulia Mereu, leadership coach, facilitator and founder dedicated to helping women lead with greater authenticity and self-awareness, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on confidence, identity and the process of unlearning.
Together, they explore the cultural expectations many women inherit, the courage required to question them, and why true strength often begins with self-acceptance rather than certainty.
A Stand Tall conversation about emotional intelligence, authenticity, leadership and the freedom that comes from becoming more of yourself.
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Roni Gamzon, founder of BioFluff, joins Fiorella Erni for a conversation on courage, innovation and building with purpose. Together, they explore what it takes to challenge convention, remain true to your values and create change in industries that were never designed to evolve quickly. A Stand Tall conversation about resilience, conviction and the power of believing in a different future before anyone else can see it.
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