When a professional stalker meets a Bollywood dancer

When a professional stalker meets a Bollywood dancer, you don’t get a Netflix rom-com (yet). You get a podcast episode packed with laughs, insights, and sequins. Metaphorical ones.

This week, I’m the guest on the Actsplore This podcast, hosted by the fabulous Sarah-Ann Yong.

Sarah-Ann (ex-lawyer, MBA grad, professional stalker in the best possible way, her research skills are world-class) tracked me down for a chat about redefining X Factor. It was one of the most joyful, insightful conversations I’ve had.

Sarah-Ann is warm, whip-smart, brilliantly researched, and genuinely curious. The kind of interviewer who doesn’t just ask, “So what do you do?” but digs into who you are and what makes you unforgettable.

That’s the heart of X Factor. Not jazz hands, or the razzle-dazzle kind hijacked by reality TV, but the one thing that makes you, you. And how to turn that into something you can say out loud — with confidence.

Your quirks. Your story. Your un-copyable edge.

My X Factor statement? “The world’s only economist turned Bollywood dancing business storyteller.”

In this episode, Sarah-Ann and I explore:
🎯 How everyone has X Factor potential — yes, looking at you
📣 Why X Factor is the next evolution of personal brand
🎭 How to find yours (without jazz hands)

Whether you’re pitching, presenting or parenting, this episode is for you.

Sequins optional — but strongly encouraged!

PS: How cool is it to record in an actual studio face to face! Sarah-Ann is such a pro.