The Career Farm | Grow Your Own Career | with Jane Barrett

Our guest this month is Paul Hargreaves. Paul is the founder and chief executive of Cotswold Fayre Ltd., which is a specialist and fine food wholesaler supplying nearly 2000 retail outlets in the UK. He is also the author of 'Forces for Good' and the recent book, 'The Fourth Bottom Line'.   In this episode Paul explains how he grew Cotswold Fayre from the cellar of his home to a leading UK food wholesaler. We'll also talk about why Paul made Cotswold Fayre a B Corp in 2015 and the benefits of running a B Corp.    What you will learn in this interview: - How to start a business that has a social impact - Advice on launching a food brand in 2021 - The advantages of B Corps - Lessons in leadership   Quote: "If we need one characteristic in this world for leaders, I think it's compassion." - Paul Hargreaves   Subscribe: Apple Spotify   Follow us: Instagram- @thecareerfarm Twitter- @thecareerfarm Facebook- @thecareerfarm      

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Our guest this month is Janie van Hool. Van Hool is a RADA (The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art) trained actress and corporate communications specialist. She's worked with many different companies (Vodafone, Nationwide, Sainsburys, London Business School, Imperial College) and leaders to improve their communication skills. She's also the author of the new book, The Listening Shift: Transform your organization by listening to your people and helping your people listen to you. Her book is a constructive toolkit for raising the game in communication, providing the tools you need to create a listening environment where colleagues are heard and acknowledged, and yet understand clearly how to move forward. What you will learn in this interview:- How preparing like a performer will improve your interviews - A breathing technique to prime you for an interview - How to use silence to your advantage - The best ways to interrupt someone - How to be listened to at a meeting Quote:"I think listening carefully is the thing that gets hijacked when we are under interview pressure.” - Janie van Hool Subscribe: Apple Spotify   Follow us: Instagram- @thecareerfarm Twitter- @thecareerfarm Facebook- @thecareerfarm    

In this episode, Jane analyses Bill Gates' new book, How to Avoid a Climate Disaster: The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need. Jane talks about what opportunities there might be in the future of work, not only in terms of innovative businesses, but also in terms of the type of work that might be available in the future. She then discusses the emerging markets addressing climate change, including international agricultural research and global green technology. Finally, she highlights one innovative company working to make a difference. Blog Post: How to Avoid a Climate Disaster? A Career Opportunity in the Face of a Crisis  

Dr. Candice Seti joins Jane in a discussion on self-sabotage, whilst taking interactive questions from the audience watching along via […] The post Conquering self-sabotage, with Dr Candice Seti appeared first on The Career Farm.

Clinical psychologist Dr Candice Seti joins Jane to discuss self-sabotage, with questions taken from the audience watching via live stream. In her specialist field helping people with weight loss and weight management, Dr Seti became aware of the overarching theme of self sabotage, which she defines as "standing in your own way". She cites imposter syndrome as one of the many causes of self sabotage, and how important it can be to admit to what we don't know, rather than try and bluster our way through unfamiliar territory. Jane and Dr Seti discuss their own self sabotaging voices, giving them names and finding ways to externalise them to make it easier to combat. They also talk about ways to combat procrastination, using Dr Seti's writing process as an example.

In this episode, Jane talks to tax specialist Josephine Bush about her corporate transition into the world of ESG. Josephine started life as a solicitor, focusing on accounting early into her career and navigating the change to a more client-focused role. After finding a niche delivering tax services for renewables businesses, working within Ernst & Young, Josephine was able to carve out this niche at a time when fewer people were thinking about renewable energy. As she began to work within the sector, her passion for environmentalism and her sense of purpose grew. Since then she has pursued a certificate in ESG investing through the CFA Institute, and enrolled in a sustainable finance course with the Cambridge Institute of Sustainable Leadership, Josephine believes that no business or individual is immune to the effects of climate change, but sees a wealth of opportunity for people who want to apply themselves to roles within environmental, social, and corporate governance.

Jane is joined by Territory Manager at Shell, Thomas Hughes, to discuss finding work based on your passion, and making the most out of an MBA. Thomas' first job at the age of 16 was washing pots for a banquet hall. He originally applied to study archeology, but instead chose to study international relations at Sheffield University. He was then offered a US internship to work at a lobbying company, then returned to his original occupation in hospitality. Feeling it was time to change tack, Thomas then applied for an MBA, which encouraged and empowered him to look for work based on the impact he wanted to make in the world, rather than the industry he wanted to work within. This led him to an interview with Shell, where Thomas' passion for environmental issues saw him through the initial video interview, to the face-to-face interview, to eventually working as Territory Manager for the company. Thomas provides his advice for students taking an MBA, and to anyone newly entering the world of work. Going forwards, Thomas is committed to helping Shell continue its mission towards sustainable energy and electric vehicles.

Jane discusses sustainable seaweed farming with Director of SeaGrown, Wave Crookes. Former navy man and fisherman Wave and his marine-scientist partner Laura were working on a ship Antarctica, they came up with their seaweed farming business, as a way of allowing them to work in marine biology. When Wave originally applied to join the Royal Navy, he was told to finish his studies before re-applying, which he did, and doesn't regret. After working in the oil and gas industry, Wave wanted to focus his company on “giving something back”. Now SeaGrown is one of only a small number of larger-scale seaweed farms.

Technology is a leading trend in hiring, likely to continue into 2021, so this month, Jane is joined by technologist and former kindergarten teacher, Jeremy Schifeling. Jeremy interned at Apple, gaining the internship by demonstrating how he was able to apply the knowledge and experience he'd gained as a teacher, to a new and different field. He now works as Principal Product Marketing Manager for Khan Academy, and developed Break into Tech, a set of resources that helps people looking to change their careers find new pathways to working with technology.

As Jane celebrates six years of the Career Farm podcast, we take a look at current market trends, to help you take a proactive approach to your career. You can download the report for free.

Serial entrepreneur and author Steve Glaveski shares ways we can rescue our time. The post 113 Do your best work, live your best life, with Steve Glaveski appeared first on The Career Farm.

Steve Glaveski is the author of Time Rich, a seal entrepreneur, investor and founder of a startup incubator. He joins Jane to talk about time management, saying no, and putting what we learn into action. Steve experimented with a six-hour workday, and in his book, he challenges the notion that presence equals productivity and presents his philosophy of the ways in which our working time is hijacked: TYRE (Time, saying Yes, Residual work, path of least Effort). More productivity and time management tools can be found on the Time Rich website. You can also listen to Steve's previous appearance on /Grow Your Own Career/.

Founder and CEO of sustainable pet brand Project Blu, Geryn Evans, talks to Jane about building a responsible brand, valuing businesses, and the risks an entrepreneur might undertake when they have attractive intellectual property. Geryn prides his company on its genuinely disruptive approach to pet furnishings, by using recycled materials and avoiding fabrics with a high carbon footprint. After leaving a large US consultancy firm and joining the family business, Geryn developed his interest in product design but became disheartened by what he saw as a race to the bottom in quality. After forming Ralph & Co, which supplied dog beds to leading retailers, he formed Project Blu to focus on sustainability, and was accepted to an accelerator programme in February 2020. Jane and Geryn discuss the key traits of successful entrepreneurs, approaches to risk, and how to be a self-starter.

The founder and CEO of Project Blu talks sustainability, business valuation, and entrepreneurship. The post 112 Building an authentic, sustainable business, with Geryn Evans appeared first on The Career Farm.

Hanna has made her career in marketing, which provides her full-time employment, but when her job gave her a little headspace in March 2018, she made use of that time by starting Acala, a zero-waste, plastic-free health and beauty online shop. Hanna used her digital marketing experience to promote the business, which her employer was happy for her to do (although not on company time!), and within the first 18 months the site turned over around a quarter of a million pounds. Hanna and Jame also discuss the perils of drop shipping, managing social media, and working with influencers.

Hanna has made her career in marketing, which provides her full-time employment, but when her job gave her a little headspace in March 2018, she made use of that time by starting Acala, a zero-waste, plastic-free health and beauty online shop. The post 111 Setting up a side hustle with Hanna Pumfrey appeared first on The Career Farm.

Renowned coach and business owner Simon Clifford shares his journey from teaching to sports scientist to successful entrepreneur, and how he bet early on young enthusiastic footballers and coaches, lowering the barrier to entry by making his knowledge and experience more affordable. Simon is known for introducing English footballers to Brazilian training techniques, via his Brazilian Soccer Schools franchise. He also works as a technical consultant for TV and film, including Bend it Like Beckham, The Damned United and the Netflix series The English Game. For more advice and career stories, subscribe for free in Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Renowned coach and business owner Simon Clifford shares his journey from teaching to successful entrepreneur, and how he bet early on young enthusiastic footballers and coaches, lowering the barrier to entry by making his knowledge and experience more affordable. The post 110 Growing a portfolio career from a deeply-held passion appeared first on The Career Farm.

Dr Lynda Shaw shares ways to trick your brain out of interview stress, and ways you can help combat the sense of overwhelm and anxiety that's worsened for many during lockdown. Dr Shaw is a self-confessed travel junkie, who ran a number of successful businesses before becoming a working mother. She studied anthropology, psychology and neuroscience, focusing on the unconscious processing of emotion, and is the author of books that help readers take control over their brains. In recounting a story from one of her most difficult moments in business, Dr Shaw highlights the importance of taking time out, being proactive and asking for help.

Dr Lynda Shaw shares ways to trick your brain out of interview stress, and ways you can help combat the sense of overwhelm and anxiety that's worsened for many during lockdown. The post 109: Staying proactive in difficult times, with Dr Lynda Shaw appeared first on The Career Farm.

  At Career Farm we were wondering what we could do to help those who have been made redundant or […] The post 108: Help for Job Searchers during this time of uncertainty appeared first on The Career Farm.

Jane Barrett reaches out free access to Career Maximiser to help you job search and re-evaluate your career during these challenging times

  John Fitzgerald is Managing Director of Harmonics www.harmonics.ie Ireland's leading career consulting firm. He has coached hundreds of blue-chip […] The post 107: How to enrich and future proof your career appeared first on The Career Farm.

John Fitzgerald gives his expert tips on how to future proof your career and gives great advice on how to stop your current position from flatlining

  Normally I interview authors of new career books, social entrepreneurs and career changers on my podcast but this month […] The post 106: How to take your stress levels down appeared first on The Career Farm.

Jane Barrett reaches out to you all with her personal stress-relieving tips in these uncertain times

  This podcast could not be more topical after the recent news banning petrol, diesel or hybrid cars from the […] The post 105: How I changed from Finance to the Renewable Energy Sector with Mike Kaye appeared first on The Career Farm.

  If you're already earning a fabulous living doing something you love, lucky you. But if you're stuck in a […] The post 104: How to ignite your career in a tech start-up with Steve Kahan appeared first on The Career Farm.

Serial entrepreneur, Steve Kahan, inspires and shares his expertise on how to succeed at a tech start up

    Diana Esteban is an entrepreneur who founded Madrid Vegan Travel, a business combining her two passions in life: […] The post 103: How to Make Your Dream Your Career with Diana Esteban appeared first on The Career Farm.

How Diana changed career to reflect her two passions: Travel and Veganism.

  In this episode I spoke with Dr Christine Menges, who's co-authored a book with Professor Thomas Klassen entitled The […] The post 102: How to Study Abroad, Work Abroad, and Find Success appeared first on The Career Farm.

Everything you'll need to apply to study abroad and apply for jobs abroad no matter where.

  In this episode I speak with Nicolle Merrill about her new book, Punch Doubt in the Face: How to […] The post 101: How to outsmart artificial intelligence and develop your future career with Nicolle Merrill appeared first on The Career Farm.

Develop the power skills employers are looking for when you change career

  Welcome to our 100th podcast and thank you for listening.  We're at over 40,000 downloads so far and we've […] The post 100: Things you should do if you want to change career with Jane Barrett appeared first on The Career Farm.

  In this episode I interviewed Stephen Prior of Forest Carbon UK, a firm dedicated to voluntary woodland creation in […] The post 99: How to Make an Exciting Career out of Saving the World with Stephen Prior appeared first on The Career Farm.

Woodland Creation, Peatland Restoration, Carbon Capture, Stephen Prior tells us how it works as a career

  Fiona Arnold is an expert career coach specialising in helping young people. She has advice for students at all […] The post 98: How to Get on the Right Career Path Early with Fiona Arnold appeared first on The Career Farm.

Whether you have a dream to follow or you're not sure yet which career is right for you, Camilla Arnold has advice on what you should do right now to ensure you succeed

The world of work, like the world in general, is changing rapidly whether we like it or not. How to adapt your career and be part of the sustainability economy? Rhian Sherrington is an author and career coach who can help you make a change and make a difference.

  Break it Down Climate change can seem overwhelming  but one of the big changes you can make is in […] The post 97: How to Make a Change and Make a Difference with Rhian Sherrington appeared first on The Career Farm.

Do you have that nagging feeling that you want to set up your own business but you aren't sure how to go about it. Bec Evans comes to the rescue with her new book which walks you through the process to set up your dream business

  This month's podcast is an interview with Bec Evans, author of the new book, How to Have a Happy […] The post 96: How to Have a Happy Hustle with Bec Evans appeared first on The Career Farm.

What does it take to start your own growing business, write a series of successful books, be named in Forbes […] The post 95: How to Be an Entrepreneur – Right Now! appeared first on The Career Farm.

What does it take to start your own growing business, write a series of successful books, be named in Forbes 30 Under-30 Social Entrepreneurs and an international power lifter on the GB team? Jodie Cook does it all.

  I spoke with author Graham Allcott about his latest book, Work Fuel: The Productivity Ninja Guide to Nutrition, which […] The post 94: How Eating the Right Foods Makes You More Productive with Graham Allcott appeared first on The Career Farm.

Can little things change your entire life? The answer is yes! I interview Graham Allcott, sometimes known as the “Productivity Ninja” about his latest book and how something as simple as choosing the right foods to eat can transform your life whether you're a vegan, a vegetarian, or an omnivore. There's no right or wrong diet, but if you want to feel your energetic best, Graham reveals how subtle changes can lead to big payoffs.