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Parental Pressures -> Our parents generally have good intentions for us and we try our best to please them.  There can sometimes be a conflict if their vision for your career and life isn't in alignment with yours.Under pressure from friends and family, Lexi got into banking when she wasn't sure what to do early on in her career.  Lexi worked with international clients and had a successful career.  She later realised it wasn't for her and discovered an interest in archaeology.In this episode, Lexi shares how she planned a route out of banking to pursue a new career in archaeology.Lexi also offers practical tips for those of you that want to leave your current job but aren't sure what to do next.If you can relate to Lexi's story and would like to connect, you can email her on:alexeesjane@gmail.comTo get support with your own career change, Chris has set up a private Facebook group.  It's called the 'Career Change Trailblazers' and you can get new ideas each week and support to move you forward. To join the group, click on the link below:Career Change Trailblazers

Make the Change -> When Chris left the corporate engineering world behind in 2018, he left without a plan. What followed after some travelling, was a period of stress and uncertainty. Chris found a part-time role working in property where he feels valued and his ideas get listened to. So, how did he do it?Looking back on his own career change, Chris identified a process for a smooth transition.In this episode, Chris shares the 5 key steps to help you move on from your boring 9-5 into career satisfaction.Have you ever wondered what Sherlock Holmes did after he left his career as a detective? Tune in to find out!To get support with your own career change, Chris has a private Facebook group.  It's called the 'Career Change Trailblazers' and you can get new ideas and support to move you forward. To join the community, click on the link below:Career Change Trailblazers

Put Your Best Face Forward -> What do you do when you want to find out about someone online? You do a search on Google or go on social media.  What comes back in the search results can make or break opportunities for you.  First impressions DO count.To help you make a great first impression, I invited Maggie Mills back onto the show. Maggie is a 30 year advertising, marketing and publishing veteran.Maggie talks about the importance of personal branding and why it matters. She also offers lots of practical tips to help you improve your online presence.One of these is to invest in a quality photographer to get a professional headshot. Maggie says you don't need to go full corporate and yellow camo can even work for you.Wondering how this can work? Tune in to this personal branding masterclass to find out!To connect with Maggie, you can find her on the following links:Maggie Mills WebsiteYouTube - Maggie Mills Content & BrandingPersonal Branding for Career Advancement GroupFor the bonus video from Maggie, you can find it Chris' private Facebook group.In the 'Career Change Trailblazers', you can get new ideas and support with your career change. To get the bonus video from Maggie, click on the link below to join the group:Career Change Trailblazers

Change Your Relationship with 'No' -> Many of us try to avoid hearing the word 'No' in our daily lives.  We also try to avoid failure as much as possible.In 'Go for No', Richard challenges these beliefs. He encourages us to ask 'what if hearing the word 'No' and failing more, could bring us closer to our goals and success?'Richard is the co-founder of Courage Crafters and author of 'Go for No'. 'Go for No' has ranked in the top 50 of sales books on Amazon for the last decade.In this extended episode, Richard shares some of the ideas and concepts from the book.  If you want to learn how to see failure as a good thing, then check out this episode to find out more.Intro - Richard's Journey and 'Go for No'10:44 - A New Model for Success and Failure13:58 - The Five Levels of Failure23:18 - The Pike Syndrome25:56 - Overcoming Self-Imposed Limitations and Your Comfort Zone30:38 - Setting 'No' GoalsTo buy the book and to connect with Richard and Andrea, you can find them on the following links:Amazon - 'Go for No'goforno.comWhat's Your 'No' Quotient? QuizTo get support with your career change, Chris has a private Facebook group.  It's called the 'Career Change Trailblazers' and you can get new ideas to move you forward.  To join the community, click on the link below:Career Change Trailblazers

De-Risk Your Career Change -> One of the biggest risks in changing careers is making the wrong move. This fear can stop you in your tracks and leave you feeling frustrated.Informational interviews are one of the best ways to take the risk out of the process.  They involve speaking to people doing what you want to do, so you can learn more about what's involved.In this episode, Chris shares the five steps you need to take to set up your first interview. From researching people to connect with to crafting a message that will get someone onto a call.Let Chris know how you get on in his private Facebook group, the 'Career Change Trailblazers'.  The aim of the group is to build it into a positive community where you can get support, learn, and share new ideas.You can join the group by clicking the link below:Career Change Trailblazers Bonus Content - Email Template for Securing an Informational Interview:Hi XX,I’m looking to make a big career change and would like to speak to people in Marine Biology to help me decide on it as a career.I noticed that you’re a specialist in Marine Research and have lots of experience in XX.  I am interested in that area as well because of XX reasons. Would you please be interested in doing a short 20 minute interview so that I can learn more about what you do?  We could do this over a phone or video call, whichever you prefer.  I can work around your busy schedule.  Here are some possible dates and times: Monday to Wednesday, between 1600 and 1900.  Please let me know if any of these times work for you.  If you’d prefer not to chat, that’s ok.  Keep up the good work!  Thanks.All the best,Chris   

Create Opportunities - > Henry's passion for music started at a young age. Over the last few years, he's established himself as a producer with releases on labels such as Integral and Metalheadz. Henry also works part-time as an events manager so that he can pursue his passion for music. Before Covid, he worked for over 75 brands, travelled around the UK, and met lots of interesting people.In this episode, Henry shares his journey and how he stays motivated.  He offers some practical tips for those looking to turn their hobby into something more. One great quote from the show is "I don't wait for inspiration to come.  I go and find it!" To connect with Henry ‘Fluidity’, you can find him on the following links:InstagramFacebookSoundcloudPatreon for Music Production TutorialsTo book your free 30 minute Career Change Booster call with Chris, send him a message on the following links:FacebookLinkedIn

Start With the End in Mind -> Following on from Episode 023 'New Year's Resolutions That Stick', Chris introduces the GROW model for goal setting success.GROW is an acronym for Goals, Reality, Options, and Way Forward (yes, GROW does look better than GROWF!).Chris walks you through each stage of GROW so you can understand how to use it to make realistic plans.He then gives an example of how to turn that big impossible goal into something more manageable.What big goal do you want to achieve this year?If you've struggled with goals, this episode will give you the confidence to take action now.To book your free 30 minute Career Change Booster call with Chris, send him a message on the following links:FacebookLinkedIn

Build Products People Want -> After spending four years in social enterprise, Andrea could see a gap in the market.Andrea wanted to connect professionals on career breaks to worthwhile social enterprise projects. Since setting up Social Starters, Andrea has supported over 400 professionals.Here's a great quote from the show:“When building a business, it’s very easy to get stuck in the idea and planning. We thought, scrap that because it’s time-consuming. We decided to take a lean approach.”Tune in to find out more about Andrea's journey and how she was able to grow and scale her business.To connect with Andrea, you can find her on the following links:Social StartersTwitter    

Be Prepared to Make Some Sacrifices -> Jacob is a rare breed. He travels the world to go to the best mountain biking spots and loves what he does for a living.It started from a young age with his interest in mountain biking and then getting into photography. After years of hard work and sacrifices, he got to where he is now.In this episode, you can hear all about Jacob's story.  He offers some amazing advice for those of you that want to make it as a photographer or creative freelancer.To find out more about Jacob's work, you can find him on the following links:@JacobGibbinsPhoto@AspectMediaTowards the end of the podcast, Chris talked about dedicating time to help you with your career change.On Friday 22nd January 2021, Chris is running 15-Minute Career Change Booster Calls.If you've lost your job, want to move up or on, or change career completely, then book a Zoom call using the link below:Book a Call Now 

Tune into Your Passion -> Anthony was forced into early retirement as a rugby player due to a serious injury.In today's episode, you can hear how Anthony progressed his career and came back full circle to rugby.Anthony now runs two businesses.  Move-Play-Pause, a fitness and wellbeing retreat, and Anthony Andrews Mentoring.  This is where he helps people transform their lives after retiring from rugby.Anthony shares his story and how his passions helped him figure out his next steps.   He also shares some great tips on how to get comfortable with your fears.To connect with Anthony and to learn more about his businesses, you can find him on the following links:Instagram - Move, Play, PauseInstagram - Coach.AntAnthony Andrews MentoringTowards the end of the podcast, Chris talked about dedicating time to help you with your career change.On Friday 22nd January 2021, Chris is running 15-Minute Career Change Booster Calls.If you've lost your job, want to move up or on, or change career completely, then book a Zoom call using the link below:Book a Call Now

Time to Set Some Goals -> The end of the year is a good time to reflect on your progress and think about what you want to achieve in the new year. So, it's that time of the year to set those New Year's resolutions that never seem to come of anything.Have you ever wondered WHY this happens?In the final episode of 2020, Chris shares the Top 3 reasons why New Year's resolutions fail.  Reason number 3 is poor planning.  Goals need careful planning and breaking them down is essential.   This episode is full of tips to help you set more effective goals and set yourself up for success, any time of the year.Thanks for all your support since the launch.If you haven't left a review, head on over to iTunes and leave a 5 Star review.  Here's a video on how to leave a review using an iPhone:How to Leave a 5 Star Review on Apple iTunes/Podcast To find out how Chris can help you get unstuck in your career, you can message him using the following links:FacebookLinkedIn

Property Investing 101 -> Flora was the first-ever guest on the podcast all the way back in episode 1. I got a lot of feedback asking to get Flora back on the show.  So, she's back!Flora is an experienced investor and has a portfolio of buy-to-lets in North England. She now helps other investors to grow their wealth as a deal sourcing agent.In episode 22, Flora shares her favourite tips on how to get started in property. We cover finances, choosing a strategy and investment area, research, and lots more.Property has opened so many doors for me (excuse the pun). The amazing thing is, YOU can get into it even if your starting capital isn't huge.Sounds too good to be true? Tune in to find out how to take your first steps!To connect with Flora, you can use the links below:InstagramFacebookempireresidential.co.uk

20 Lessons -> Chris has interviewed some amazing guests each living life on their own terms. There have been great stories of people transforming their careers and starting businesses.Chris listened back to each episode and picked out the most valuable lessons.  The four main interest areas were:GoalsMindsetManaging Your Career ChangeGetting the Right SupportIf you're new to the podcast and want to move on from feeling fed up in your career, this podcast will show you how. If you're a regular to the show, you'll enjoy the lessons and links back to your favourite episodes.Reach out to Chris on Facebook and let him know which of the lessons resonate with you the most.  Just click on the link below and send him a message:Facebook

Adapt to Survive -> Paul achieved his dream of becoming a pilot which was something he thought he could never do.Just as things seemed to be going well, Paul was faced with not one, but two, of the airlines he worked for going bust.In episode 20, Paul shares how he was able to adapt and transfer his skills from flying into creating a business.Paul now helps business owners to better manage risk. He has also found a niche in helping healthcare workers to manage fatigue.When I read about Paul's story, I had to get him on the show to share his insights. One great quote from our chat is "You can never plan for all eventualities but you can be prepared for them."To connect with Paul and to find out more about The Cockpit Method, you can use the link below:The Cockpit Method  

Uncertainty -> Whether it's financial uncertainty or worries about your job, uncertainty is unavoidable.In episode 19, Chris shares his top 5 tips that have helped him to find balance and clarity during uncertain times.One of these is to be present.So much of what we worry about comes from not knowing what's going to happen in the future.  However, being present allows us to reconnect with reality and find calm.If you're feeling stuck and are looking for practical tips you can use right away, check out this latest episode for some inspiration.Drop Chris a message and let him know which tip you found most useful on the following link:Facebook

Persistence -> Ant goes by the artist name Consumersmith and is one of the most creative people I know.  Inspired by street art and graffiti, Ant spent a decade in a band before refocusing on his art.With the rise in social media apps such as Instagram, there are many opportunities to make a living from art. It's not easy though!  So, Ant shares some great tips on what you need to do to be successful.Ant says the key is to get over any self-doubt about putting your work out there and most of all, be persistent.If you're creative and want to turn your passion into a profitable business, then this is the podcast for you.To find out more about Ant's work and to connect, you can find him on the following link:Instagram

It's OK to Talk -> Chris shares his story of how he dealt with panic attacks and anxiety as a teenager. The tools he picked up along the way are still useful to this day.One of the tools that Chris was introduced to was Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT. This is a talking therapy that helps to break the cycle of negative thoughts and feeling low.If you're struggling with anxiety or stress, then this podcast offers hope and useful tips.Two great resources that Chris has come across are Headspace and the Mental Health Foundation website.  To find out more you can follow the links below:Headspace - 10 Minute Guided MeditationMental Health Foundation 

Your Breath is Your Superpower -> Philippa talked about her career change journey in episode 13. I was so intrigued about breathwork that I had to get her back on the show.Philippa is a transformational coach and helps people reconnect with their true self. She does this through advanced breathing techniques that help you gain clarity.In this episode, Philippa kindly shares two short breathwork exercises. The intention is that you can use both of these as a tool for when you need help sleeping or need to focus.Once you've listened to this episode, you can find both exercises in the future by going to the times below:Exercise 1 -  Background Info - 11:59mExercise 1 - 4-7-8 breathing for relaxation and better sleep - 15:45mExercise 1 - Tips - 22:39mExercise 2 - Box breathing for finding focus and improving creativity - 24:19mIf you've enjoyed learning about breathwork, you can use these links to connect with Philippa and to find out more:Breathworks.coInstagramFree Yourself With Breathwork - Free Facebook Course

Choose a business you enjoy -> Niall left university in his final year to start a business. After some attempts and successes, Niall wanted something that was meaningful to him.Niall is the founder of the Weekend University, which is a monthly conference on the most exciting topics in psychology. With his latest project, he combines his passion for psychology with hosting events.If you're thinking about getting into business, Niall shares some valuable lessons.To connect with Niall and find out more about the Weekend University, you can use the links below:The Weekend UniversityYouTube Channel 

Put into a box and breaking free -> Matt started his corporate life as a designer for a large engineering firm. After some years, Matt felt confined to this role and didn’t feel valued.  We all know what that feels like! Matt decided the time was right to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a commercial pilot. So what advice does Matt give to those thinking of going back to school?Matt says you need to create a budget and have a contingency. Most importantly, treat the cost of studying as an investment for your future.For more on Matt’s story on how he left the corporate world to follow his dream, check out this latest episode.

Finding Purpose -> Philippa shares how a trip to South America planted the seed for a new direction in her life.Since leaving the corporate world, Philippa has embarked on a wellbeing journey and found Breathwork. This has many benefits such as helping you to relax, sleep better, and increases your energy and focus. On a deeper level, it can act as a therapy for resolving emotions and trauma.Philippa shares lots of great tips for finding your purpose. One of these is to stop seeing your career and personal life as separate. And to start bringing more of what you enjoy into your life. To connect with Philippa and to find out more information about Breathworks, you can use the links below:BreathworksInstagramFacebook Group

Ben is back on the podcast and shares practical tips on how to expand your existing network and tap into new industries.How would you feel giving up your time for free in order to create new opportunities?  Ben believes it's definitely worth doing things for free to gain experience and build connections.Check out this episode for more great insights from Ben as well as stories of how he has helped others to break into new fields.To connect with Ben and to find out more about Social Magnetism, you can use the following links:LinkedInFacebookTEDx - How to Be Socially Magnetic

In this episode, Ben talks about how he overcame his shyness that was with him from a young age and offers practical advice for those that want to make new connections.One piece of advice is to appreciate that you know a lot of things.  Passing on this information is a simple way to offer value to others.If you’re looking to venture out post-lockdown to find new opportunities, check out this episode for some great tips from Ben.To connect with Ben and to find out more about Social Magnetism, you can use the following links:LinkedInTEDx - How to Be Socially Magnetic

A Digital Freelancer Life -> Maggie shares how she created a career that works for her and how going digital meant she could have more time for her family and travel.Maggie shares the benefits of starting an online business and offers some great tips on how to explore new options.To connect with Maggie and to stand out online with her personal branding, you can use the following links:Personal Branding for Career Advancement GroupMaggie Mills Website

Turning Your Passion into Profit -> Alex shares his story and talks openly about how his performance at work was affected because he wasn’t doing what he was passionate about.Check out this episode to learn more about how he was able to turn his passion for music into a new career path.Alex Pavlou (aka Phaction) is well known in drum n bass circles for his unique production style and has a number of releases on record labels such as Metalheadz and CIA to name a few.Alex now tutors clients across the globe and helps them to improve their music production skills.  To listen to his music and to connect with Alex, you can use the following links:SoundcloudFacebook

Starting a Side-Gig to Learn New Skills -> In episode 8, Sara shares how she started a side-gig whilst working in a corporate role and explains how it helped her to learn new skills and create new opportunities.Sara is the co-founder of Rest Less, which is a tech start-up and social impact business for the over 50’s.If you’re interested in learning more about the tech start-up world, check out this episode for Sara’s story and for some great tips on how to start your own side-gig.To connect with Sara and find out more about Rest Less, you can use the links below:LinkedIn Rest Less

In 2018, Chris left his stable aerospace engineering career in search of a career that mattered to him.  Chris tells the story of how he found a new career path and talks honestly about the struggles he faced along the way.If you're looking for inspiration and some new ideas on how to get unstuck in your own career, this episode is well worth a listen.To connect with Chris, you can find him at the following link:FacebookTo connect with Stephanie, you can find her at the following links:Rent2Rent Success PodcastFacebook

Take Notice -> Scott shares the importance of noticing how he was feeling as a key factor in taking back control of his career.Scott is the Founder and CEO of 'Happen to Your Career' and podcast host of the same name.For more insights into Scott's entrepreneurial journey, check out this launch episode to help you on your career change journey.To connect with Scott, you can find out more at the following links:8 Day Figure It Out Mini-CourseHappen to Your CareerHappen to Your Career Podcast

Research -> Alex shares the value in researching your options to make an informed decision about how to progress his career.  By speaking to people, he was able to learn more about the opportunities.If you're feeling stuck on your next moves, who can you speak to for more clarity?For more insights from Alex, such as the benefits of starting a side gig, be sure to check out this launch episode.To connect with Alex, you can find him on the following link:LinkedIn

New identity -> Emma was a primary school teacher and left teaching with no plan but felt it was necessary to look after herself and try something new.Emma shares how she was able to move forward by recognising and challenging thoughts around her identity.For more insights from Emma, check out this launch episode to help you on your career change journey.To connect with Emma, you can find her on the following links:LinkedInTwitterFacebook  

Self-Doubt -> Stephanie shares how she deals with self-doubt to get her mind on her side. A great quote from our chat was ’we don’t lack resources, we lack resourcefulness’.For more insights from Stephanie on how she got into property, check out this launch episode.To connect with Stephanie, you can find her on the following links:FacebookRent to Rent Success Podcast

Fear -> Is the fear of not earning enough money holding you back from making that change?Iona breaks down how she overcame her fears and found a creative path that's a little less grey.For more insights from Iona, check out this launch episode to help you on your career change journey.Use the links below to connect with Iona and to find out more about her projects.FacebookShhh DatingBOOM Online Dance Parties

Procrastination -> Flora shares a number of tips that helped her to grow a property business from scratch. One of these is to get an accountability partner to help you progress, bounce new ideas, and celebrate your successes.For more insights from Flora, check out this launch episode to help you on your career change journey.To connect with Flora, you can email her directly at: flora@empireresidential.co.uk 

Since leaving the corporate world, Chris is on a mission to help young professionals find more rewarding work.  In this trailer episode, you will discover what this podcast is about and how it can help you move forward. Move on from feeling stuck in your career and smash your personal goals too!