Irini Tzortzoglou is a UK MasterChef winner, author, olive oil and honey sommelier, and retreat host. In this episode, she shares her unlikely leap from the banking world to culinary excellence - and the mindset shifts that made it possible. You’ll learn how to recognize your sacred gifts, overcome limiting beliefs, and build a life aligned with purpose, even under high pressure.
What you’ll learn:
💡 The real driver behind Irini’s MasterChef win (it’s about more than the food) and what that means for success in any field
💡 Reframing praise and overcoming imposter syndrome: a practical technique to accept recognition without self-doubt
💡 Emotional intelligence under pressure: how Irini stays calm, connected, and focused in high-stakes moments
You can hear the full episode on your favourite platform by searching for or asking your smart speaker to, ‘Play the Optimising Your Brilliance Podcast' or see the links below.
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Mar 4, 2026
