The Path Less Chosen Pod – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Our episode with Sam Leeming, the former pro rugby player turned transformative performance coach is out now! 🏉

After his promising sports career was cut short by injury and illness, Sam decided to play with the cards he was dealt and ensure he was able to help others in the process. 🃏

In this episode, we uncover:

• How a severe concussion and a lymphoma diagnosis at 23 shaped his coaching philosophy 🧠
• The importance of playing by your own rules and embracing your unique journey 🛤
• Why showing up every day isn’t just a practice, it’s a commitment to growth and learning 📈
• The therapeutic power of journaling and his dog during his toughest times 🐕
• Why we should be happy to cry 😢
• Why Sam believes confidence is just a figment of your imagination 🌈

Tune in to be inspired by Sam's story of resilience and learn how to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and authenticity. You can also check out more of his work on his LinkedIn.

Episode out now on all major podcast platforms! 🎧❤

Meet Alex Brooks, the mastermind behind Marzbar, who transformed his love for gaming and stand-up into a YouTube career that is already 15 years old and boasts well over 500,000 followers! 🌟 

From washing pots and skipping family meals to creating viral videos and tackling the intricacies of YouTube’s algorithm, Alex's shares his perspective on dedication and self-reliance. 💪

In this episode, we explore:

• The art of making it big on YouTube and staying true to your niche 🎬
• Balancing the temptation of fame with the reality of being approached by fans 🤳
• Overcoming challenges like copyright issues and being at the mercy of the algorithm 🔍
• The thrill of creating content that resonates and the strategy behind monetizing effectively 💲
• Why Alex prioritises authenticity over mass appeal and how he’s managed to stand out in an oversaturated market 🎯

Check out more of Alex’s content by visiting his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/marzbarvlogs 

Tune in to uncover the secrets behind Alex's enduring success and get inspired to carve out your own path in the digital world. Episode out today on all major podcast platforms! 🎧🔥

Yes, Surf Therapy is a real thing. Join us to discover a fulfilling career that harnesses the power of the ocean to boost confidence and help others navigate the ebbs and flows of life. 🌊

If you're someone who finds solace surfing waves or have a passion for therapy and mental wellbeing, you could join the ranks of pioneers like Emily Exeter, a Surf Therapist for Waves of Wellness. 🧠

Emily joined us to share insights from her inspiring career journey, including:

• Revolutionising a new approach to therapy by integrating surfing 🏄‍♀️
• The comfort found in discussing difficult topics while being active 🌊
• Building stronger client-therapist relationships through shared vulnerability 🤝
• The impact of significant life moments on focusing on true values 🌟
• The importance of passion and happiness over financial gain in your career 💖

Explore more about Emily’s inspiring journey and professional tips by following @emilyexeter

Thanks for sharing your story with us Emily!

Have you ever thought about monetising your voice in a dynamic career that harnesses the power of opening your mouth to captivate audiences and bring stories to life? 🔊

Whether you’re the kind of person who is told you talk too much, or perhaps you have some acting talent and come to life behind a microphone, you could be working with brands like Red Cross, Lipton Ice Tea, Visa, and be the voice behind a Mean Girls trailer or Britain’s Most Evil Killers like Nathan Chatelier. 🎤

Nathan joined us to shed light on his unusual and exciting career in the creative entertainment world, including: 

• The importance of understanding your audience and tailoring your voice👂🏼
• Why you should never sit down while speaking 🗣️ 
• The necessity of cold emailing and building a professional personal brand to find work 🚀 
• The significance of continually improving your craft and finding a work-life balance that suits you ⚖️
• The threat of AI to his career path 🤖

Explore more about Nathan’s inspiring journey and professional tips here: www.nathanchateliervo.com

Thanks for taking the time to speak with us @nathanchatelier

Listen to our chat on Apple Music and Spotify now 🎧

House of Dragons Stuntman; dropshipping; a Youtube and TikTok following of over 600,000; owning real estate across Dubai and Bali... Welcome to the crazy career path of Conor Kenny. 🤯

Conor’s never claimed to be the smartest person in the room, but he’s always been proud of his ability to just try things, like creating “stupid videos about random stuff” that led to him being a hugely respected CryptoCurrency Youtuber. In his words “You don’t have to be more intelligent than anyone, you just have to dedicate the time to make it work”. ⏳

Conor has not always had things easy, from losing every penny to dodgy headphones, he has never whinged and instead turns bad situations into new beneficial opportunities. He also explains to us: 

• How Andrew Tait (nearly) made him $650,000 🤑
• The one book you have to read to find a path to financial freedom 💸
• The importance of investing your money and building social media presence📱
• Why you should get out of England if you can 🛫
• The problem with thinking it happens overnight 🛌

A simply insane lifestyle and career path and one that is definitely worth a listen as we try to pack the conversation into an hour! 👂🏼

Thanks for chatting with us, Conor. We would highly recommend following @ConorKenny on Youtube, @itsconorkenny on Instagram and @conorkay on TikTok

You can listen to our chat on Apple Music and Spotify now 🎧

Could we interest you in a personable career that involves matchmaking, connecting the dots and putting the right people in the right rooms? What if we also told you that these rooms are filled with film directors, TV producers, and script writers? 🎥

This is the reality of Maddy Wright’s career as a Literary Agent as she gets to see behind the scenes of the enthralling glitz and glam world of on-screen entertainment. 🎬

Despite experiencing the relatable meltdowns we all have over our career paths, Maddy is now in her dream profession and joined us to tell us: 

• The importance of knowing when to just sit back, listen and learn 👂🏼
• Why you should always make others the perfect cup of tea ☕️
• How to take risks in a hustling industry and jump in with your own ideas 🗯️
• If you don’t create the opportunities they won’t just present themselves 🚀
• Why you should let others know when you’re inspired by them 🤩

Thanks for taking the time to shed light on a fascinating and unusual career path @maddymaae_

Listen to our chat on Apple Music and Spotify now 🎧

Fancy a career of diving with some of Earth’s most incredible creatures whilst living in beautiful places and cultures? 🐠

Assuming the answer is yes, allow Ocean Scientist, Dr Amber Carter, to explain her path to learning Dolphin behaviour and swimming with bull sharks in minimal visibility. 🐬

After she realised her dream job could be an actual job, she has never been afraid to ask questions and is now able to share with us: 

• Why your degree isn’t your be all and end all 🎓
• How you don’t have to accept the path presented to you 🛣️
• How to find what is in it for your soul  💥
• Why we need to care about industrial fishing 🎣
• What a lifestyle of traveling the world is really like 🌍

Thank you for talking to us @amber_oceans_ and for sharing such an incredible insight into your amazing world 💡

Make sure you check out the linktree in her bio for more information on some of her exciting projects 🚨

Ever wondered where your coffee comes from? 🤔

Listen to episode 18 now to hear from Sidney Gray, an elite coffee roaster and Director of Deluxe Coffeeworks London, who explains why we should all understand the story behind each morning brew. ☕️

From Cape town to Shepherds Bush, Sidney’s Path Less Chosen story provides a fascinating insight into a career in coffee, including:

• How to master the business of coffee 🫘
• Why he decided he would never work for anyone 💼
• When it is okay to have an ego 🧠
• How to find your own perfection 👌🏼
• The issue with coffee snobs 🧐

It was eye opening to chat in such depth with someone with such an intricate understanding of one of the world’s most popular commodities 🌍

Make sure you visit @deluxecoffeeworkslondon and pop down to their Espresso Bar in Shepherds Bush for a literal taste of a career in coffee! ☕️

"I was always interested in trying to sell things," shared Chuggs Wallis, the former Love Island contestant and founder of Booby Ltd, as he explained how his Path Less Chosen began and led to his Booby branded bucket hats being worn by tens of thousands across the country. 🚀

Driven by a purpose for self-fulfilment and productivity, Chuggs shares his insights into: 

• How ducklings sparked his entrepreneurial spirit 🐤 
• Using your network to get eyes on your brand 👀
• Why you should just be willing to dip your toes in 🦶
• The benefits of using yourself as the face of the brand 🧑‍💼 
• Respecting the hustle and supporting others 🤝 
• Balancing lifestyle and work while ignoring cultural norms 🕒

PLUS: Some exclusive juicy gossip into Chuggs’ experience in the Love Island villa! 🏝️

Thank you for talking to us @chuggswallis and congratulations on your success with Booby Ltd! 👏🏼

Make sure you visit @boobyltd and boobyltd.com to see the exciting brand and products they offer 🪣

If you give people a chance to be a part of something, they’ll always want to be involved! 👥

That was the touching message of Serena Chamberlain, the inspirational founder of the Let’s Get Our Knickers in a Twist campaign as she explained how a charitable cause builds momentum. 🚀

Driven by a purpose for changing society and the female community through eye-catching marketing and events, Serena shares her authentic insights into:

• Why it’s better to do something you care about 💕
• Why she won’t change what she’s doing to please others 🙅‍♀️
• The benefits of finding a purpose at University 🧠
• Being motivated by the gratitude of others ☺️
• Behind the scenes of a ‘Pink Pants Party’ 👙

Thank you for talking to us @serena.chamberlain and congratulations on your success so far in such an important mission 👏🏼Make sure you visit @letsgetourknickersinatwist and letsgetourknickersinatwist.co.uk to see the incredible work the campaign is doing 💻