Entrepreneurs will be sharing their stories about how life's unexpected events - have shaped them and then applied the learning to their buisness. We will discover how these life chaning events have helped them develop their unique talents to share with the world.
We all face tough times, and how we handle them can have a big impact on our lives and work.
As the saying goes, "the biggest growth often comes from the toughest times."
Join me as I dives into these life-changing moments and explores how these events molded the entrepreneurs' lives.
We'll learn how they got through these difficult times and used what they learnt to build their businesses.
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Ep 7. Featuring Claire Taylor Foster - Reinventing career paths
In this episode I speak to Claire Taylor Foster, who shares her remarkable journey through various careers, including retail, advertising, therapy, and interior design, before establishing her successful copywriting business, Raspberry Flamingo. Claire discusses the pivotal moments that shaped her career, including a life-altering accident that forced her to reevaluate her path. Throughout the conversation, Claire's willingness to take every opportunity and to be adaptable speaks a very...
7 Mar 2025
Featuring Stuart Wright - Multiple Business Owner turned Business Coach
My guest for this episode is Stuart Wright, a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach. Stuart shares his journey of starting and selling multiple businesses, the challenges he faced, and the crossroads moments that shaped his career. Stuart highlights how crucial it is to spot business opportunities, the perks of having a coach, and what he learnt from a big contract in those early years of running a business. Throughout our chat, he talks about the importance of being resilient in bus...
21 Feb 2025
Featuring Sam Parker - from researcher to travel to pilates instructor and now a Thermomix advisor
In this episode I chat to Sam Parker, a Thermomix advisor, who shares her unique journey from consumer research to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Sam discusses life when she lived in Australia, her many freelance jobs, and how the pandemic led her to discover the Thermomix. There have been many pivotal moments in Sams life which have propelled her personal growth and given her authenticity in her business journey. Sam's story is a testament to resilience and the power of following ...
7 Feb 2025
Featuring Matt Steadman - From skilled labourer to business owner ‘the use of your time is very important’.
In this episode I chat to Matt Steadman, Managing Director of Wharfedale Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. Matt shares his journey from a cross road moment during his apprenticeship to building a successful business in the refrigeration industry. He explains you don’t always need to be working on the tools to add value to your own business and the importance of time management when running a business. Matt emphasises the value of his business coach and the need for entrepreneurs to se...
24 Jan 2025
Featuring Clare Froggatt - Story telling in business through brand design.
Make A Brew and settle in to my chat with Clare Froggatt, Brand Designer at Make A Brew!Clare shares the inspiration behind her business name and why storytelling in branding is so important. She opens up about her recent personal challenges including her mother's recent diagnosis, and the support she found in her business community. Clare emphasises the importance of humour and acceptance in adversity and offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs facing hardships.Find out more about Clare and...
10 Jan 2025
Featuring James Marriott - from radio to podcasting and the many crossroads he has faced.
In this episode Elaine speaks to James Marriott, a podcast strategist with a background in radio. James shares his journey from radio to podcasting, discussing pivotal moments that shaped his career, including his move from radio management to podcasting, the impact of being made redundant, and the importance of finding your tribe in business. He believes whole heartedly in being authentic in your approach and he offers valuable insights into running his business Sound Media. Find ...
27 Dec 2024
Featuring Nicky Pattinson
In this first episode of season 3 Elaine speaks with renowned corporate speaker Nicky Pattinson. Nicky has lived a life filled with highs, lows, grief, loss and success and she explains how she has put all these experiences into practice. From humble beginnings of running a highly successful market stall to travelling the world and empowering women across the country with her insight and path to self-discovery. This interview highlights the impact of kindness, the importance of identity...
28 Nov 2024
Rory Finch - Break The Fear
Rory Finch shares his inspiring story of overcoming a difficult childhood to achieve entrepreneurial success with his business Made To Move, empowering others to break their fears and achieve their goals.
28 Nov 2024
Clare Ward - New Healthy Body
Clare Ward shares her life-changing event that sparked the idea for her successful Pilates studio, New Healthy Body, in Sheffield.
28 Nov 2024
Zoe Wadsworth - “If you fall down 7 times get back up 8”
Zoe Wadsworth shares her entrepreneurial resilience story, emphasizing the importance of having a plan B in business, as she navigated the COVID-19 lockdown and transformed her services at Ask Zoe.
28 Nov 2024
Russ Thompson - “You CAN do it”
Business consultant Russ Thompson shares how a pivotal moment at his door led to a life-changing reset, empowering others to take control of their careers, finances, and personal lives.
24 Oct 2024
Nicky Thomas - The Power of Your Business Network
Nicky Thomas from the Growth Community Network shares the power of her business network, empowering small business owners to thrive through strategic partnerships and collective knowledge.
24 Oct 2024
Jon Lawrence - Financial planning in case it all goes wrong
Jon Lawrence shares his personal experience as a financial advisor and offers practical advice on planning for worst-case scenarios.
24 Oct 2024
Tales Of An Entrepreneur Trailer
Entrepreneurial leaders share how life's unexpected events shaped their unique talents and resilience, leading to personal and professional growth.
24 Oct 2024
Elaine Rotherham - That Life Changing Phone Call
Elaine Rotherham shares the life-changing phone call that propelled her entrepreneurial journey, revealing the twists and turns that shaped her unique talents and passions.
24 Oct 2024
Paul Kilroy - “What you know is not what you are” health and fitness coach
Health and wellness coach Paul Kilroy shares inspiring anecdotes and personal struggles that led him to his passion for holistic lifestyle coaching and personalized wellness.
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