In this deeply moving episode of Diary of the Search Queen, I'm joined by my beautiful friend and fellow fertility warrior, Jacqui Maloney.

Jacqui is a speaker, storytelling coach and communications expert who helps people access the power of their voice and share their message with clarity and confidence.

But today’s episode goes far beyond public speaking, it's about resilience, grief, healing, and the strength that comes from owning your truth.

Jacqui vulnerably shares her journey through pregnancy loss, how she learned to receive support, and the incredible legacy she's building through The Rose Garden project at King Edward Hospital.

This one’s tender, raw, and powerful in all the right ways.

We Talk About:

• Jacqui’s experience with two pregnancy losses and how they reshaped her emotionally and professionally
• Why sharing your story (even if it’s just with one person) can be a radical act of healing
• The cultural conditioning around “doing it all alone” and how Jacqui learned to receive
• How to show up for a friend going through a miscarriage or loss
• The creation of The Rose Garden in WA and Jacqui’s mission to support other grieving families
• How she channels her story into her work as a speaking coach and advocate for women’s voices

About Jacqui Maloney

Jacqui is a communications coach and storytelling mentor helping professionals, thought leaders, and business owners speak with confidence and authenticity. Beyond her business, she’s also Chair of The Rose Garden committee, a sacred space for families navigating pregnancy loss at King Edward Memorial Hospital.

Links Mentioned:

• Follow Jacqui on Instagram: @jacquimaloneycoaching
• Learn more or support The Rose Garden: Visit the Facebook Page
• Jacqui’s Website: www.jacquimaloney.com

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When I started writing The Search for Resilience, I had no idea how far it would go.

I didn’t have a book deal. I wasn’t signed by a major publisher. And I certainly didn’t expect to walk into a bookstore and see my book beside Mel Robbins.

But here we are.

In this deeply personal episode of Diary of the Search Queen, I’m sharing the full behind-the-scenes story of how my book landed in major bookstores across Australia – and why that’s far more rare than you think.

This episode is for every woman chasing a dream that feels too big, too unlikely, too far out of reach. Because with a little divine timing (and a lot of grit), miracles happen.

In this episode, I share:

• The divine twist that got my book into bookstores – and why that never happens for first-time authors
• What traditional publishers won’t let you include – and the reason I said no to a book deal
• The hard truth about book marketing (it’s a full-time job… that pays in impact, not profit)
• Why this book is a legacy piece – and what happens to it after July 30 if it doesn’t keep selling

Want more?

• Buy the Search for Resilience https://www.amazon.com.au/Search-Resilience-Awaken-Warrior-Business/dp/1925452964
• Follow Sonja on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sonjathesearchqueen/
• Download a copy of The Google Ads and SEO Checklist https://sonjathesearchqueen.com/google-ads-and-seo-checklist/
• Find out more at https://sonjathesearchqueen.com/

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Consider this your reminder: no dream is too big – even if it doesn’t come with a book deal.

Running a business while trying to conceive is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done – and I know I’m not alone.

In this episode of Diary Of The Search Queen, Ellie Swift joins me to talk about the messy, beautiful, brutal truth of building a business during fertility treatments.

Because when you’re running a 7-figure business with a full roster of clients, you don’t get to hit pause. You keep holding space for others – even when you’re at rock bottom emotionally.

But this is exactly why Ellie believes her fertility journey made her a stronger, more intuitive business owner.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What it means to live a “double life” when you run a business and personal brand while privately struggling
• How she structured her business to thrive in early motherhood
• The moment she almost gave up – and what happened next
• Why Ellie believes her fertility journey made her a better CEO and mentor

Whether you’re navigating your own fertility journey, showing up in business through grief, or just trying to hold it all together – this episode will remind you you’re not alone.

Connect with Ellie:

• Listen to the Scalable Freedom Podcast at https://ellieswift.com/podcast/
• Follow Ellie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/elliehswift/
• Find out more at https://ellieswift.com/

Want more?

• Buy the Search for Resilience https://www.amazon.com.au/Search-Resilience-Awaken-Warrior-Business/dp/1925452964
• Follow Sonja on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sonjathesearchqueen/
• Download a copy of The Google Ads and SEO Checklist https://sonjathesearchqueen.com/google-ads-and-seo-checklist/
• Find out more at https://sonjathesearchqueen.com/