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Feeling like your energy’s on empty? Struggling to climb the stairs without needing a breather? Metabolism slowed to a snail’s pace?
Welcome to the rollercoaster of perimenopause and post-menopause, where hormones go haywire, energy tanks, and your body suddenly seems to be working against you.
But you don’t have to just push through the fatigue, brain fog, and muscle loss any longer.
In this episode of Career Interrupted, women’s health, fitness and wellbeing coach Alison Urquhart reveals her nutrition and strength training strategies that are helping women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond feel stronger, leaner, and more alive than they have in years.
What you’ll discover:
✅ Why women in midlife must lift weights✅ The magic of protein for fat loss, muscle retention, and hormone balance
✅ Simple, actionable tips to start fuelling your body the right way.
What to listen out for:
[01:24] Feeling like you’ve hit a wall? You’re not alone.
[07:49] The #1 reason women over 40 should lift weights
[11:07] Exactly how much protein you should be eating in perimenopause
[13:27] Easy, protein-packed foods to boost energy and strength
[17:03] The best time to eat after a workout to support recoverySo, if you’re wondering how much protein you need and exactly what you should be eating to hit your daily quota, press play on this episode of Career Interrupted and get set to feel stronger, happier and healthier through your 40s, 50s and beyond.
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Would you walk away from a high-paying job…
…with no backup plan, a new baby, and a hefty mortgage on a new house?
This was exactly the situation Dr Victoria Stakelum was faced with when she returned from maternity leave and found the toxic culture she’d worked so hard to transform had returned… in little more than 8 weeks.
Faced with a choice between job security and integrity, Victoria opted to take a big, bold leap into the unknown and resigned.And she had one of the best years of her life.
Why you should tune in
In this episode, you’ll hear how Victoria tapped into a hustle mindset, rewrote her career story, and why she believes curiosity is the ultimate superpower when you have no safety net.
Whether you're stuck in a job that's draining you or dreaming of a life that feels more aligned to who you really are, you need to hear this.Here's what to listen out for:
[01:17] Dealing with a toxic workplace.
[08:36] The surprising gifts of a hustle mentality.
[11:21] What no one tells you about going solo.
[17:06] The internal obstacles that hold us back.
[21:06] Why curiosity can be your compass.
[23:35] What it really takes to retrain and reinvent yourself.
Dr Victoria Stakelum’s story is proof that your most terrifying leap in life could lead to your most powerful transformation.Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.
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Heavy, painful periods: the £8.4 billion problem nobody was solving.
You’ve seen the ads – smiling women skipping through their ‘time of the month’ like it’s no big deal.
But if you live with heavy, painful periods, you know the truth is anything but.
Crippling pain, constant leaks and anxiety about leaving the house without a change of clothes.And it’s not just your body and emotions taking a hit – your wallet feels it too, from the endless sanitary products to the lost workdays. In fact, periods cost the economy a staggering £8.4 billion every year.
Enough is enough – and Anna Maxwell agrees.
In this episode, you’ll hear how Anna decided to stop waiting around for change. After leading the charge to bring the first over-the-counter contraceptive pill to market, her company, Maxwellia, is now tackling one of women’s most overlooked health issues: heavy periods.
Why should you tune in?
You’ll hear how Anna’s breakthrough medications are making it easier than ever to manage debilitating periods without a prescription. Plus, you’ll find out the pivotal moment that set her on this mission – it’s a story that will leave you fired up and encourage every woman to stop suffering in silence.Here's what to listen out for:
[00:31] Ditching the 9-to-5 to travel the world and finding a new path.[04:20] How investing in yourself can open doors you never imagined.
[12:40] The most significant revolution in women’s health in 60 years.
[15:14] The £8.4 billion problem no one’s talking about.
[16:31] Real solutions for period pain and heavy bleeding.
[20:07] The fight to keep girls in sport.
[23:21] Why ‘never give up’ isn’t just a cliché.
If heavy, painful periods are part of your life or someone you love is dealing with them, this episode is a must-listen.
Tune in now and discover how a simple chat with your pharmacist could change everything.
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If you think it’s too late to reinvent yourself and turn the seed of a business idea into something that can make an impact, Laura Harnett’s story is one for you.
After setting up Seep, an eco-friendly cleaning tools business that has sold (among other things) more than a million plastic-free, 100% compostable sponge scourers, Laura went on Dragons’ Den and won investment from the Dragons she came in to impress.
Now, this eco-conscious entrepreneur has a hotline to Deborah Meaden and Trinny Woodall that Laura is using to help her build an empire. 🔥
So tune in to hear:
✨ How finding a lump in her breast while in the shower one morning changed everything for Laura..
✨ Laura’s nerve-wracking Dragons' Den experience (and what you DON'T see on TV!).
✨ Some shocking stats about the gender gap in private equity investment and why we all need to support female-founded businesses.
Here’s what to listen out for:[01:11] Receiving a life-changing diagnosis.
[04:01] Having a big idea and taking risks.
[05:47] What’s it like to pitch on Dragons’ Den?
[09:44] The motto any entrepreneur needs to live by.
[11:10] Looking for investment? This stat might shock you.
[12:49] Don’t miss this awesome discount.
So press that play button and then hop onto Seep’s website to use your 20% discount code mentioned in the episode (valid until the end of April 2025).
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Would a life-changing health diagnosis stop you in your tracks or spur you on to create something extraordinary?
For Georgina Colman, being diagnosed with MS has been the catalyst for a business that is making a difference to the lives of disabled people around the UK.
And it all started when Georgina made a startling observation while out shopping with her son: she saw discounts everywhere for students, carers and parents, but nothing for those living with a disability.
Her solution is Purpl, the UK’s first disability discount site. 🙌🏽
Why should you tune in?
Discover the impact that Georgina’s diagnosis had and why she has chosen to believe that everything in life happens for a reason. And hear Georgina's ultimate goal for her business and how she is using TikTok to support her mission.
Here's what to listen out for:
[00:33] How living with a disability impacts daily life.
[04:20] The inspiration behind Purpl.
[07:47] Done not perfect.
[08:51] Why anything is possible.
If you're looking for a story of resilience, innovation and hope, this podcast episode is a must-listen.
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Losing a job once is tough. Losing it twice? That’s an emotional rollercoaster that forces you to dig deep.
For Avneet Sachdeva, her redundancies were a challenge, but they also became an opportunity to channel her entrepreneurial spirit. And today, she empowers women to embrace a wealth mindset as a wealth coach (her Insta is jam-packed with clever tips!).What does it mean to be wealthy?
But Avneet believes that being wealthy isn’t just about money – it’s about having the confidence and freedom to create the life you want so you can make an impact.
If you’re wondering how to start, this episode will help you reframe redundancy and rethink what wealth and success can look like.
🎧 Tune in now to hear:
[00:43] When career interruptions feel personal.
[06:36] The biggest fear of starting again.
[09:24] When a side hustle becomes something more.
[11:29] Handling rejection.
[14:53] Creating wealth mindfully.
[15:31] Keep going while keeping yourself going.
[22:26] Why changing your calendar can change your life.
[25:42:] The power of your intuition in shaping success.
👉 If you're ready to take control of your path to financial and career success, hit play now! ▶️▶️▶️ 🎧🎧🎧
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What does ‘winning’ mean to you?
As a World Champion rower, three-time Olympian and Olympic silver medallist, Cath Bishop spent a decade embedded in a high-performance winning culture.
But when Cath transitioned from the world of elite sport into diplomacy, she expected to leave the will to win behind. Instead, she discovered that from classrooms to boardrooms, society is obsessed with winning,
And it’s an obsession that is holding us back.We chase trophies, titles, and numbers, believing they define success. But as Cath points out in this episode, we see time and time again that a fleeting moment of glory leaves many feeling unfilled.
For Cath, it’s time to embrace a new definition of success, one that prioritises collaboration, long-term growth and real impact.
So tune in to hear:
[02:54] The importance of learning to adapt.
[08:25] Choosing to thrive in the freelance world.
[09:57] Finding your USP.
[12:15] How an obsession with winning can hold you back.
[15:42] How to think differently about winning.
[19:07] Have you said this?
If you’re curious about how you can redefine winning in your life, press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
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*This podcast episode discusses trauma, which some listeners may find triggering.
In 1989, tanks rolled into Tiananmen Square, and the world watched in horror as a brutal moment in history unfolded.
But for Philippa Smethurst, who was teaching in China at the time, the impact was more than headline – it was witnessed firsthand in the tear-streaked faces of her students, mourning friends and loved ones lost to the violence.
Without realising it, Philippa became a lightning rod for their trauma.
Decades later, as a psychotherapist, she continues to help people unpack the hidden wounds they carry. Because trauma isn’t just a moment in time – it’s something that can linger in our bodies, shaping the way we react, trust, and navigate the world.
In our latest Career Interrupted podcast episode, Philippa shares powerful insights from her 30 years of experience, breaking down the ways trauma manifests – from fight, flight, freeze, and dissociation to trust issues and brain hijacking.
What to listen out for:
[01:28] Witnessing a watershed moment in history.
[05:50] Dealing with micro traumas.
[10:53] The trauma thermometer.
[14:46] Develop a noticing brain.
[19:38] The stale gingerbread man.
[26:50] Treat yourself as if you matter.
What you’ll take away from this episode:✔️ How to recognise trauma responses in yourself and others
✔️ The lessons that can come out of dealing with trauma
✔️ Practical steps to build resilience and reclaim control
Plus, Philippa shows off her fun visual tools to help you understand trauma in a whole new way (say hello to the ‘stale gingerbread man’!!!) You’ll want to tune in for that alone!
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Let’s be honest: most of us want more of it, and most of us want the money we do have to work harder for us.
What if you could download a free app that looked at your current finances and then helped you make a plan to get them to where you want them to be?
Enter Elisabeth Prager, the co-founder of Alia Money, the personal trainer you can pop in your pocket that helps you master your money.
Because here’s the scary thing: according to the most recent report from the World Economic Forum, it will take 134 years – roughly 5 generations – before women achieve parity with men when it comes to wealth, health, educational attainment and political empowerment.
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No one should have to wait that long.
But Elisabeth isn’t just here to help you get financially fit.
Here’s why you need to tune in
Elisabeth’s also reveals what happens when you realise you’re in a job you don’t love anymore, the lessons she’s learned from her two career interruptions, why we should all lean into making it up as we go along, and the awesome advice her mum gave her.
What to listen out for:
[00:39] Why don’t you just quit?
[03:07] Dealing with the fear of failure
[07:17] The power of freedom and autonomy in your career
[09:08] Why you should never live with regret.
[12:02] Meet the personal trainer for your finances.So, if you want to get your finances in order, download the Aila App and start closing the gender wealth gap. ▶️▶️▶️
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Hands up if you’ve been through any of these:
✅ Redundancy
✅ Bereavement
✅ Divorce
✅ Caring for elderly parents
✅ Chronic illness
✅ Menopause
✅ Abuse
✅ Raising tricky teenagers
Chances are, you’ve just ticked a few boxes and maybe you’re still feeling the aftershocks.
Here’s the thing: By the time women hit 50, more than half have faced at least five major life upheavals. And let’s be real – these “Horsemen of the Midlife Apocalypse” rarely arrive one at a time. Instead, they create a maelstrom that throws everything off course.
That’s exactly what happened to Eleanor Mills. After a dazzling 25-year career at The Times and The Sunday Times, she was made redundant, and it hit like a wrecking ball, completely knocking the stuffing out of her.
But with no map and no signposts for what should come next, Eleanor flipped the script.
She decided to be the change she wanted to see and created Noon – a thriving community for what Eleanor calls ‘Queenagers’ – women in midlife who are ready to seize the next chapter of growth.
Today, she’s on a mission to prove that this stage of life isn’t a crisis; it’s a chrysalisHere's why you should tune in
Eleanor’s story will definitely hit home – but she’s also bringing the warmth, wisdom and straight-talking advice that can change how you see your future.
So, whether you’ve just been sideswiped by change or you’re ready to embrace what’s next, this is an episode to pop on your playlist and return to time and time again. ▶️▶️▶️
Key moments to listen out for:
[01:21] Creating a map for the next chapter of your life.
[05:37] You have more value than you think.
[09:21] From redundancy to building a community.
[14:55] Eleanor’s advice for senior leaders.
[19:39] Why you should paddle your own canoe.
[27:58] Joy’s shocking redundancy story.
[30:48] A call out to women in positions of power.
[35:00] The untapped power of women in midlife right now.
🎯 Are you a Queenager looking for your tribe?
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“People will have negative opinions about you and every single thing you do. Let them.”
– Mel RobbinsEveryone is talking about Mel Robbins’ latest book, The Let Them Theory. And trust us when we say you’ll be nodding along to what she has to say.
In it, Mel shares her own struggle with promoting herself on social media when she first started as a motivational speaker.
Despite having a vision for her business, she hesitated, worried about what her friends and family would think.
😨 She wrote post after post and left them sitting in drafts.
😨 She overthought every caption.
😨 She feared looking arrogant.
😨 She feared people questioning her credibility.It took her two years – TWO YEARS – to finally turn down the volume on her fears and start posting consistently. And this is Mel Robbins we’re talking about!
If she felt that way, no wonder so many of us do too.
Here’s why you should listen in
Like Mel, we believe social media is STILL the number one thing you should be doing to grow your business. But we beg to differ when Mel says that most advice out there about conquering your fears sucks. Because there is a solution, and we teach it right here at TechPixies (and we have done so for the past decade!).Here’s what to listen out for:
[04:31] Diving into page 81 of Mel’s book.
[06:12] Every business has a formula – follow it.
[07:50] The most important thing you've got to do in business to be successful and get paid
[09:35] Why Mel Robbins didn't post on social media.
[13:38] Are you doing this?
[14:51] What’s the solution?
It’s time to stop overthinking and start showing up. Press play now to find out how. ▶️▶️▶️
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Rub your hands together and slowly pull them apart. What do you feel? Warmth? Tingling? ⚡
For Jodi Law, this sensation is energy.
And as a transformational energy medicine practitioner, she believes we can tap into the body’s natural energy to take control of our health and wellbeing.
It’s an area Jodi leaned into after more than 30 years in acute health care as a senior cardiac nurse. It’s a job that pushed Jodi’s own health to the limits, with the stress manifesting as heart palpitations and fainting spells. 😲
“I felt like my soul was dying,” says Jodi of that time in her life.
But when Jodi slipped and fractured her kneecap, she knew she couldn’t ignore the signs that her current career path might not be her path any longer and went all-in on her transformational energy medicine practice.
And the results for both her and her clients have been super exciting.
Here’s why you should listen in
If you’ve got that sinking feeling about your day-to-day grind, don’t ignore it! Be inspired by Jodi’s journey to take action and course correct to the path you should have been on all along. And if you’re curious about energy medicine, Jodi runs through how she helps people and gives a few quick energy exercises she uses in her practice.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[02:49] Stress, burnout, and keeping your health in check.
[06:50] Are you listening to what your body is telling you?
[12:51] Developing resilience and putting things into perspective.
[15:43] What even is energy medicine?
[19:10] Hear one of Jodi's client success stories.
[21:48] How does ADHD impact your energy?
[24:47] Check out Jodi’s energy-boosting hacks.
[27:57] What can you do to ground yourself?
Want to see what energy medicine can do for you? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
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*Trigger warning: this podcast episode discusses infertility.*
Your husband quits his job to help you build the next phase of your business only for the panic of the pandemic to hit just a couple of months later.
Your thriving face-to-face career supporting women in their 40s through complex fertility issues needs to pivot…fast…but you’re homeschooling one child while breastfeeding another.
And you’re beginning to wonder how you’re going to pay the bills.
What would you do?
For Naava Carman, necessity was the mother of invention.
She quickly realised she could share her knowledge to build a global online training platform for practitioners keen to support women in their fertility journey.
And as you’ll hear, Naava’s story shows it’s possible to:
➡️ Successfully redefine the roles in marriage to allow for the creation of a business that is joyful for both people.
➡️ Navigate down periods and setbacks and come out stronger… if you allow your entrepreneurial brain the freedom to explore ideas.
➡️ Get help for complex fertility issues, particularly when you're in your 40s
Here’s what to listen out for:
[00:58] The panic of wondering how to pay the bills.
[04:26] Swapping roles in a marriage + when setbacks become comebacks.
[07:24] Navigating the ups and downs of business.
[09:28] Holding yourself accountable.
[11:02] Advancing support for fertility issues.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
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Life is rarely a straight line; it’s often more of a doodle full of unexpected twists and squiggles.
Just ask Annie Ridout.
Her journey – from being ousted from her job while pregnant to creating a thriving, multi-dimensional career as a journalist, author, poet, and entrepreneur – will feel so relatable.
After vowing never to be at the mercy of someone else's power to pull the rug from under her, Annie has pivoted and diversified to build a career rooted in her passion for writing while embracing the joys and challenges of motherhood.
What’s more, she’s refreshingly honest about the highs and lows she’s experienced along the way. Whether it’s the challenges of creating online courses, navigating the pandemic or homeschooling her neurodivergent child, Annie and I dive into dealing with the pesky ANTS (automatic negative thoughts) that crop up along the way.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[01:42] Designing a career that works around your life.
[05:30] The impact of career interruptions on women.
[08:27] Dealing with perceived failure.
[12:04] Dealing with the logistics of having a child at home.
[15:36] Challenging your perception of a situation.
[20:56] Annie’s core lesson from her experiences.
[23:36] Seeing challenges as opportunities and taking positive action.
[26:28] Cheer up your day with Annie’s poem.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
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“In the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take, the relationships we were afraid to have, and the decisions we waited too long to make.”
– Lewis Carroll
You’d think escaping violence in your home country and arriving in the UK with £300 not knowing anyone a soul would be a pretty high-stakes moment for anyone. But for Sue Harper, it was being in a job and feeling like she should be doing something else that were the highest stakes of all.
It takes courage to leave a well-paid job you know isn’t right for you and pivot to something you’re passionate about… especially in your 50s and particularly if you want to go it alone. But taking that leap of faith has been well worth it according to Sue.
Here’s why you need to tune in 🎧
Hear how Sue has gone from being a school teacher and working for a computer software company to running her own successful picture-framing business and teaching others her passion. Discover practical advice on building a business, embracing change, and overcoming the fear of starting over – even later in life. And learn how Sue’s belief in abundance has shaped her choices.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[04:58] When you need to take a leap of faith.
[06:24] Finding work in your 50s.
[07:36] Doing work you’re meant to do.
[10:20] Take the opportunities that come your way.
[11:52] Living with an abundance mindset.
[17:45] Focusing on a mailing list.
Whether you're contemplating a career change, starting a new business, or simply wondering, ‘What’s next?’ this episode will motivate you to embrace your squiggly career path.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
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Would you make decisions based on whether you can say yes to joy, peace, connection and ease? And how different might your life be if you did? 🤔
Prioritising joy, peace, connection and ease is how Bea Marshall moves through her life now. So whether it’s coffee with a pal or giving a keynote speech, each situation or activity is assessed on whether it ticks all four boxes.
Why?
Because Bea spent so much of her life feeling like she was failing and didn’t fit into the conventional norms society expects.
And it wasn’t until she discovered that both she and her kids were neurodivergent that she realised that she moved through the world differently…and that was ok.
Here’s why you need to tune in 🎧
Come and discover why Bea feels like her life now has simplicity because of the approach she’s adopted. Learn why she feels she hasn’t had a career until recently and what she says she’s been doing instead. And hear what it means to discover you’re neurodivergent in midlife and where it can take you when you open your mind to the possibilities ahead.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[00:43] The non-career career.
[05:21] Navigating the end of a marriage and a business.
[07:47] Feeling like a failure.
[09:48] The positive impact of discovering you’re neurodivergent.
[13:38] Being exactly who you’re meant to be.
[14:25] Saying yes to joy, peace, connection and ease.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
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A ‘lifequake’. That’s how Helen Kewell describes the moment she collapsed at work after experiencing burnout.
Having been someone who would push through tough situations, someone whose identity was built on doing and achieving, Helen says she felt she was being stripped of her sense of self as her body said no and forced her to just ‘be’.
But after feeling like she was disappearing and being forced to hit the pause button, Helen’s new career in psychotherapy has opened up a new opportunity to explore some of the big topics that crop up when we hit midlife… and to smash the perception that midlife is a hurdle to overcome.
Here’s why you need to tune in 🎧
Hear how Helen tackled burnout, chronic fatigue syndrome and confronting her own mortality, why we need to be conscious of the impact of midlife on our partners and learn why Helen is taking steps now to plan for her next career interruption.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[01:28] The fallout from burnout.
[02:51] When your sense of self is deconstructed overnight.
[04:15] What contemplating mortality meant for Helen.
[07:21] Life transitions in an underserved audience.
[11:14] Men’s perspective on midlife.
[15:10] The motto that Helen lives by.
[16:49] Why Helen is planning another career interruption.
Ready to feel inspired? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️
If you’ve ever seen midlife as a challenge or a hurdle that needs to be overcome, this is the conversation for you.
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Imagine growing up on a council estate in Manchester, attending a school ranked one of the worst in the UK, with parents who fled their home country to build a new life.
From this unlikely starting point, Claire Hoang was encouraged by a teacher to pursue her dream of working in TV, and against the odds, Claire worked her way up to a role as a social media specialist at ITV Studios via the BBC, Dentsu Aegis and Thomas Cook Airlines.
She’s here to share the rollercoaster ride that saw her face redundancies, contracts ending unexpectedly and taking time out for maternity leave. It’s a story of how challenges can become opportunities and how a £40 face cream saved the day.
Tune in to hear:
[00:21] Dive into the twists and turns of Claire’s rollercoaster career journey.
[01:14] Discover how Claire pursued her dream career against the odd
[02:15] Claire’s top strategies to stay prepared for unexpected redundancy.
[04:52] Why hitting the restart button could be the best career move.
[06:59] Hear the powerful takeaway that Claire carries with her.
[08:20] The motto that keeps Claire driven and inspired every day.
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Ever feel like balancing your career, family, and dreams of starting your own business is impossible?
And after struggling to juggle a corporate job with small kids, Erika Robinson made a bold move – she waved her job goodbye to corporate life and launched her own business.
But just months after opening Picnic, her children’s play centre, the pandemic hit. 😳
Fast forward, and not only is Erika running a successful and growing business, but she's also back in the corporate world, thriving as the UK general manager of Constant Contact. 🏆
How does she manage it all? And what lessons has she learned along the way?Here’s why you need to tune in 🎧
Be inspired by a woman who is winning at managing it all – a successful side hustle, fulfilling corporate job, marriage and motherhood – and hear Erika’s advice if you’re looking to do the same. Plus, discover the fab free tool Constant Contact has developed that every business owner looking to generate leads needs.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[02:41] The rollercoaster of starting a business during the pandemic.
[06:07] How launching a business can actually help boost your corporate career.
[08:49] How Constant Contact can take your business to the next level.
[12:52] How Erika generated leads in her own business using Constant Contact.
[16:54] What lessons has Erika learned while balancing it all?
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"Wear the shoes, buy the tickets, do the stuff, make the memories."
This isn't just a catchy mantra for Michelle Betts – it’s the philosophy that has carried her through life’s biggest decisions, including two major career breaks.
Following a decade at the same company, Michelle dared to take the leap and start her own social media consultancy.
And after being named ‘The Most Influential Woman on Social Media in the UK’, she’s proof that bold moves can lead to incredible success.
🎧 Why you should tune in
If you’re dreaming of becoming your own boss but can’t seem to find the courage to hit "send" on that resignation letter, Michelle’s story is exactly the inspiration you need. She opens up about the fears she’s faced, how she overcame them, and the unexpected moments – such as a celebrity encounter – that have fueled her journey.
What to listen out for:
Here’s what to listen out for:
[03:01] What’s the greatest fear around taking a career break?
[05:30] Michelle’s social media successes and Zoopla’s Property Power 100 List.
[08:10] How Michelle started her social media consultancy.
[11:04] What fears and doubts arise when starting a business and how do you overcome them?
[14:26] Hear about a celebrity meet-up and how it inspired Michelle’s novel.
[16:09] Why Michelle called her business By Jove Media.
[17:31] The motto Michelle lives by.
Could social media open the door to a flexible career you’ve been looking for? If you want to strike out on your own, Michelle’s story is for you.
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