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Founder in the Chair
Founder in the Chair is more than just a podcast—it’s a platform where real stories meet real ambition.
Every business has a beginning, but what truly drives an entrepreneur to take the leap? What fuels their resilience through the highs and lows? In each episode, we dive deep into the why behind the brand, uncovering the personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs of founders from all industries.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner looking for inspiration, or simply someone who loves hearing raw and honest stories of success, failure, and perseverance—this podcast is for you.
Your story matters. Your journey is worth sharing. And Founder in the Chair is here to help you tell it.
🎧 Tune in. Get inspired. Take your next step.
Founder in the Chair
The Inspiring Story of Neelam Challoner | Going Against the Grain & Designing Her Own Life
What happens when a 15-year-old girl refuses to follow tradition and chooses her own destiny?
Meet Neelam Challoner - multi-award-winning coach, author, and founder of Designer Life. A woman who walked away from expectation to build a life rooted in faith, purpose, and bold self-belief.
Her journey is powerful, honest, and deeply empowering - a masterclass in courage, conviction, and reinvention.
🎧 Episode Highlights:
- Saying “no” to arranged marriage at 15 - and taking control of her future
- From corporate leadership to launching Designer Life Coaching at 30
- How faith, purpose, and discipline shaped her evolution
- The philosophy behind “live by design, not by default”
- Courage, coaching, and creating a life that truly fits you
- The advice she gives to women who want to start over at any stage of life
🔗 Connect with Neelam Challoner:
🌐 Designer Life Coaching: https://designerlife.co.uk/
🏠 House of Leaders: http://houseofleaders.co.uk/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designerlifecoaching
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelam-challonercoach5782/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/designerlife.coaching
Hosted by Veena Nayyar | Founder in the Chair.
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If you have a story to share, to inspire, or to encourage someone to take a step into the world of entrepreneurship, then please get in touch, the world needs to hear more stories, it's not always an easy ride, by sharing we may just help someone to take the first step or to grow in their business journey.
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