Welcome, Fellow Woman Alchemist
Hello and welcome. I'm Laura Mariani, and this is The People Alchemist—my home on the interweb. They say change is hard. I say it's inevitable. The real question is: are you shaping it, or is it shaping you?
I believe transformation starts from within. We can all reinvent ourselves, experiment with new possibilities, and shape our future through mindset and action. I'm on that journey too, and I want to take you along with me.
I'm here to experiment, learn, and grow with you—no preaching, no pressure, just a shared journey. I believe change always starts and ends with people. We're the ones who drive it, make it happen, and shape it. So, if you're looking for a space to try new things, explore different approaches, and break free from the limits holding you back, you're in the right place. A place to Reinvent Yourself. Design Your Life — Unlock. Ignite. Transform.
The Woman Alchemist isn't some lofty ideal or unattainable version of yourself; it's about the real, imperfect you—someone who's willing to experiment, pivot, and create something extraordinary in their own life, on their own terms. And I'm here to share the tools, insights, and resources I've gathered—Business & Life Experimentation for The Woman Alchemist.
A Little About Me
I've spent years in the corporate world consulting and leading change & transformation projects, from HR director to business consultant. Across multiple sectors, in both the private and public sectors, I've witnessed how real, lasting change always comes down to one thing: people.
That's what drives me; it always has.
I am a Change & Transformation Expert and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (FCIPD), Fellow of the Australian Human Resources Institute (FAHRI), Fellow of the Institute of Leadership & Management (FInstLM), Member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and Member of the Change Institute (yes, I am blowing my trumpet here).
Change is my thing. People are my thing.
And what I know is this: change always starts from within an individual first. Who you believe you are changes everything. Whether you're reinventing your career, shifting your mindset, experimenting with new ways to unlock success, or changing a business, transformation starts from within.
How ThePeopleAlchemist Came About
When I founded ThePeopleAlchemist, I started out in consulting, helping businesses transform, but somewhere along the way, I realized I had something else I wanted to do: write. And not just any writing—writing that empowers women to smash their self-imposed limits.
My first book, Stop It, It's All in Your Head, was born out of years of seeing women hold themselves back, doubting their worth, and settling for less. I wanted to change that.
Let me be clear: I didn't start with some grand, mystical vision—just a simple realisation. It was simple: after years of working with people in business and seeing firsthand how transformation really works, I knew that change always starts with people.
I wanted to be part of that process, helping individuals unlock their true potential—no matter their background, career, or past mistakes. Fast forward to now, I'm continuing to experiment with what works for women who want to unlock their potential and transform their lives—one experiment at a time. The alchemy of change isn't some far-off dream; it's something we create by believing in ourselves and taking action. And that's exactly what I want to help you do.
What I Do
I write. I experiment. I call out the self-imposed limits that hold us back. No fluff, no pretentious nonsense—just real change, one bold move at a time.
My Books: I write books that cut through the noise and get to the heart of what makes us tick. Stop It, It's All in Your Head was my first, and many more followed. These are tools for anyone looking to change their mindset, whether in their business or life.
Essays & Experiments: Over the years, I've documented a lot of experiments on how to shift mindset, break barriers, and change habits. And guess what? They're moving to Substack soon. If you want the inside scoop on what's working—and what's not—you'll need to subscribe.
Digital Products: Right now, you can get tools like workbooks, journals, and guides to help you get real results. They're all available on my website but will be moving to Etsy soon, so stay tuned.
Courses & Challenges (Coming Soon): I'm putting together some new ways for you to dive deeper into the process. Expect courses and challenges that will get you to take real action, not just read about it.
Join the Experiment
Want in? The best insights, essays, and behind-the-scenes experiments are moving to Substack. Get them first—sign up now.
Change doesn't happen overnight—but it does happen, one experiment at a time. And I'm here to experiment with you. Ready?