Explore every episode of the podcast Dare To Be Brave with Joy Foster
Dive into the complete episode list for Dare To Be Brave with Joy Foster. Each episode is cataloged with detailed descriptions, making it easy to find and explore specific topics. Keep track of all episodes from your favorite podcast and never miss a moment of insightful content.
Rows per page:
50
1ā50 of 302
Title
Pub. Date
Duration
E283ļ½Want stronger immunity, better sleep or sharper focus? Could this be the answer?
05 Jul 2025
00:27:11
If you feel like you pick up every cold going, regularly get a poor nightās sleep, or experience constant brain fog, youāll know how much of an energy sap they can be.
But what if the secret to no longer feeling like youāre running on empty lies in breast milk?Ā
In this episode of Career Interrupted, Joy Foster chats to Stephanie Drax, founder of Leapfrog Remedies, to uncover the story behind the UKās first dedicated Lactoferrin wellness brand.
From a career that began in acting and journalism, youāll hear how Stephanie leapfrogged a failing business to tap into the science behind this āmiracle moleculeā and how a psychic predicted it all.Ā
[00:45] What lactoferrin actually is. [03:06] How to deal with a pinball career. [05:54] What do you do when you canāt scale your business?Ā [12:20] The unexpected (and slightly spooky) psychic prediction that shaped Stephanieās future. [17:00} Why youāre more capable than you think ā especially when everything falls apart. [20:26] The importance of finding mentors you trust.Ā
Whether youāre an aspiring entrepreneur or simply curious about the power of tenacity and resilience, this episode is packed with insights and motivation to spur you on your own business journey. Ā
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E282ļ½Why your career crisis might be your greatest gift with The Wobbly Middle's Susannah de Jager and Patsy Day
11 Jun 2025
00:26:15
What happens when your carefully built career suddenly... crumbles?
For Susannah De Jager, who was a hedge fund CEO at 32, it was losing her biggest client at work and realising her role was untenable while watching one of her closest friends die of cancer that upended everything.Ā
For Patsy Day, it was crashing her husbandās car after months of bone-crushing burnout that saw her hit the pause button.
But after resetting the course of their lives, Susannah and Patsy are now collaborating on a podcast designed for those of us who are trying to navigate a path through the wobbly middle of our careers.Ā
Why you should tune in
Whether you're facing your own career crisis, feeling stuck and asking yourself, āWell, what the heck do I do now?ā, or just need proof that incredible women can reinvent themselves at any age, this episode is one youāll want to press play on.Ā
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:47] When everything comes crashing down at once.
[03:16] When recruiters dismiss your experience.
[07:14] Grieving an identity youāve lost.Ā
[10:53] Bloom where youāre planted.
[12:51] Burning out from a job you used to love.
[16:53] What to do when you donāt know what you want to do?
[20:01] There is so much out there.
[22:10] If youāre stuck, try this Mel Robbins-approved trick.
š Tune in now to hear Susannah and Patsyās full stories and why the āwobbly middleā might just be the beginning of your best chapter yet.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E281ļ½Fern Fuller made Ā£77k last year working 20-25 hours per week. Here's how you can do the same
11 Jun 2025
00:23:01
Four years ago, Fern Fuller was juggling it all ā a single mum with a full-time job as an Executive Assistant, COVID-induced home-schooling chaos, and the curveball that is perimenopause.Ā
Cue a moment of complete exhaustion that saw Fern sliding down the wall of her home office thinking, āI just canāt do this anymore.ā
Fern knew something had to change... then she found TechPixies.
Why you should tune in
Come and discover how, in just 4 years, Fern has:
ā Swapped a full-time salary for an income of Ā£77k working 20-25 hours a week.Ā ā Worked with 25+ female founders ā Built a client base of companies turning over Ā£250k-Ā£5 million ā Created the work-life balance every parent dreams of.
And Fern has used her TechPixies training to not only launch her dream business but also create a course that helps other women increase their earning power and level up their skillset, whether theyāre a VA, PA, freelance admin professional or would love to become one.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:02] The moment Fern hit breaking point.
Ā [05:54] Fernās greatest fear after leaving her job. Ā
[08:47] āImagine if it does all work outā.
[10:13] Why is Fern launching her EA Accelerator?Ā
[13:45] Why Integrators are leaders.Ā
So, if you're reading this thinking "I want what Fern has," take a listen and then check out Fernās website for heaps more resources and start dates of her next course.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E280ļ½Collagen, career pivots and can you have it all? With Kate Prince, founder of Ancient + Brave
28 May 2025
00:31:53
Thereās been an explosion in the popularity of collagen supplements over the past few years, and social media feeds are now full of posts from influencers bigging up the benefits.
If youāre wondering what all the fuss is about, youāll probably have turned to Google and come across a dizzying amount of information.
But thereās one woman who is determined to cut through the noise after founding Ancient + Brave, a company that has gone from being a kitchen table startup to the highest-scoring B Corp supplement brand in the UK with 100+ employees. Kate Prince is proof of what can happen when you burn the boats and bet on yourself.Ā
This episode is perfect for you if:
ā You're stuck in a career that doesn't light you up ā You're dreaming of starting your own business but fear is holding you back ā You want to build a mission-driven company that creates real impact ā You're curious about the wellness industry and collagen supplements.Ā
So, listen out for:
[00:42] How to embrace change and follow what truly excites you. [04:03] Why you have to burn the boats. [08:34] Why the measure of success is only down to you. [10:50] Can you have it all?Ā [19:17] The wisdom of our ancestors for modern wellness. [22:07] Why is everyone talking about collagen?Ā
Hit play NOW and learn from one of the UKās top B Corp founders about what it means to be resilient, brave, and why you only have to be better than the day before.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E279ļ½Feeling lost and confused about your future? Joy Fosterās 12-day challenge will give you clarity
24 May 2025
00:14:39
What if 12 emails could completely transform how you think about your future?
What if you could wake up and find that the familiar voice that says āthere has to be more to life than thisā has been replaced by a sense of excitement? Because you realise you finally know where youāre headed and exactly what you need to do to get there.
Joy Foster, TechPixies founder & CEO, spent years going from one job to the next before finally finding her passion and purpose.
And it wasnāt until she returned from a weekend away learning about a dreambuilding mechanism that could transform her life that she realised there was a totally different way to secure the future of her business.Ā
And now Joy wants to share what she learnt on that transformational weekend with you.Ā
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:55] This helped Joy deal with her own career interruptions.Ā
[01:41] What Joy learned during her jobs as a student.
[04:06] Facing workplace discrimination.Ā
[06:02] The Olympic dream.
[09:39] Redefining a dream.
[12:46] Get started on designing your dream life in 12 days.
Our 12 Day Design Your Dream Life Challenge is designed to give you the jump-start you need to discover how to create the life you'd really love to live.
Through 12 carefully crafted emails from Joy, each one building on the last to transform how you think about your future, youāll enjoy:
Daily tips: Each day brings new insights, exercises, and revelations designed to shift your perspective and clarify your path.
A mindset meditation when you upgrade: Upgrade your experience with a guided meditation that will help you go deeper into the work and integrate the lessons on a subconscious level.
Action steps: This isn't just theory ā every day includes actionable steps you can take immediately to start designing your dream life.
Whether you're dealing with a recent career setback, feeling stuck in your current situation, or simply ready to take control of your future, 12 days from now, everything could be different.Ā
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E278ļ½62% of mid-career women want a change. So whatās holding them back?, asks Jenn Barnett
15 May 2025
00:19:52
Jenn Barnett turned a life-altering health crisis into a life-affirming career pivot.Ā
But a comprehensive survey of 600+ mid-career professional women (those with 10-25 yearsā experience), commissioned by Jenn in her role as head of equity, inclusion, and diversity at Grant Thornton UK, has revealed that pivoting your career comes with its own set of challenges. Ā
So while her report found that:Ā
š 62% of women have considered switching career paths š With over 25% aiming to make this change within the next five years š And a whopping 77% have taken career breaks during their professional lives
Women face a number of barriers that often prevent them from making career changes.Ā
Jenn outlines the top 3 in this episode of the Career Interrupted podcast, but she also highlights a more troubling issue: only 31% of organisations offer opportunities for retraining.
So, whatās the solution? Tune in to hear Jennās thoughts and what the 600 women she surveyed had to say.
And listen out for:
[00:48] Dealing with the impact of illness.
[06:51] Realising youāre completely different once youāve got through trauma.
[09:28] The mid-career crunch point for women.
[11:09] The top 3 barriers women face in pivoting their careers.
[12:26] 90% of respondents said this one thing helped reassess their skills.
[14:16] The in-demand skills thatāll futureproof your career.
[16:10] What can organisations do to close the gender gap?
Want to know more?
ā Listen to the full episode ā Download the full report ā Join the conversation in the comments on our socials and tell us whatās holding you back in your career journey.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E277ļ½Autism, ADHD and the business thatās breaking down barriers to work with Lillie Jamieson
07 May 2025
00:23:47
If youāre neurodiverseā¦
Or know someone who is constantly battling an exhausting cycle of trying to fit in to workplaces that just donāt seem to get themā¦
Or youāre an employer and want to better understand how you create a more inclusive workplaceā¦
You need to get Lillie Jamieson and her sister Alex on speed dial.
Because after receiving their own diagnoses for ADHD and autism and realising that it was the workplace that needed to change, not them, they created a business helping those with neurodevelopmental differences break through barriers at work.
And with just 22% of people with autism in some kind of paid work and research suggesting that up to 50% of managers feel uncomfortable employing anyone with ADHD, change canāt come soon enough.
Why you should tune in Hear what happened when Lillie and Alex launched their business in lockdown and what Lillie learned about her own communication style. Discover exactly what Send it to Alex does and how it can help you or someone you care about, and learn why sometimes, youāve got to take a step back to move forward.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[03:50] Realising you donāt fit into a company.
[05:49] Launching a safe space for neurodiverse people during lockdown.
[09:30] How do you adapt to different communication styles?
[13:58] The shocking stats around autism and employment.
[17:10] What studies say about inclusive workplaces.
[19:10] When moving forward is actually about taking a step back.
If you believe more inclusive, equitable workplaces should already be at the top of the agenda, donāt just tune into this podcast. Spread the word!
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E276ļ½Bias in the boardroom. Is your weight affecting your pay and career progression? With Napala Pratini
30 Apr 2025
00:23:47
We all know gender inequality exists in the workplace.Ā
But thereās another kind of bias thatās been quietly derailing womenās careersā¦ and itās time we brought it into the spotlight.Ā
Ā According to Napala Pratini, co-founder of Habitual, a revolutionary digital platform helping people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes, studies show that women living with obesity are often seen as āless productive, less professional, lacking in self-discipline and less likely to leadā.
Meanwhile, men? They can be overweight and still get a pass to top. š¤Æ
But there is hope as well as powerful tools for change.
Tune in to hear:
š§ How society and employers judge women based on weight š§ Why weight-loss medication alone isnāt the answer š§ How Habitual combines science, behaviour change, and mindset work to support long-term transformation
Hereās what to listen out for:
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:46] What is Habitual?
[02:53] How does weight affect your career?
[05:53] Where could your weight-loss journey take you?
[07:42] Is weight-loss medication the silver bullet itās being painted to be?
[11:45] How do you deal with other peopleās perception of a ānew youā?
If youāve ever felt judged or held back because of your appearance, this episode will validate your experience ā and give you the tools to fight back.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E275 | In perimenopause or post-menopause? Alison Urquhart asks, Are you getting enough protein?
23 Apr 2025
00:23:19
Feeling like your energyās on empty? Struggling to climb the stairs without needing a breather? Metabolism slowed to a snailās pace?Ā
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 donāt have to just push through the fatigue, brain fog, and muscle loss any longer.
In this episode of Career Interrupted, womenās 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 youāll discover:Ā ā Why women in midlife must lift weightsĀ
ā The magic of protein for fat loss, muscle retention, and hormone balance
ā Simple, actionable tips to start fuelling your body the right way.
What to listen out for:
[01:24] Feeling like youāve hit a wall? Youāre 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 recovery
So, if youāre 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.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E274ļ½How to leave a toxic workplace when you have no plan B with Dr Victoria Stakelum
16 Apr 2025
00:31:33
Would you walk away from a high-paying jobā¦
ā¦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 sheād worked so hard to transform had returnedā¦ 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, youāll 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 Stakelumās story is proof that your most terrifying leap in life could lead to your most powerful transformation.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E273ļ½Struggling with heavy, painful periods? Anna Maxwell has the solution
09 Apr 2025
00:27:52
Heavy, painful periods: the Ā£8.4 billion problem nobody was solving.
Youāve seen the ads ā smiling women skipping through their ātime of the monthā like itās 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 itās not just your body and emotions taking a hit ā your wallet feels it too, from the endless sanitary products to the lost workdays. In fact, periods cost the economy a staggering Ā£8.4 billion every year.
Enough is enough ā and Anna Maxwell agrees.
In this episode, youāll 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 womenās most overlooked health issues: heavy periods.
Why should you tune in? Youāll hear how Annaās breakthrough medications are making it easier than ever to manage debilitating periods without a prescription. Plus, youāll find out the pivotal moment that set her on this mission ā itās 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 womenās health in 60 years.
[15:14] The Ā£8.4 billion problem no oneās talking about.
[16:31] Real solutions for period pain and heavy bleeding.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E272ļ½Whatās it like to pitch on Dragonsā Den? Eco-friendly cleaning pioneer Laura Harnett reveals all
02 Apr 2025
00:15:34
If you think itās too late to reinvent yourself and turn the seed of a business idea into something that can make an impact, Laura Harnettās 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 Dragonsā Den and won investment from the Dragons she came in to impress.Ā
Now, this eco-conscious entrepreneur has a hotline to Deborah Meaden and Trinny Woodall that Laura is using to help her build an empire. š„
So tune in to hear:Ā
āØ How finding a lump in her breast while in the shower one morning changed everything for Laura..
āØ Lauraās nerve-wracking Dragons' Den experience (and what you DON'T see on TV!).Ā
āØ Some shocking stats about the gender gap in private equity investment and why we all need to support female-founded businesses.
Hereās what to listen out for:Ā
[01:11] Receiving a life-changing diagnosis. [04:01] Having a big idea and taking risks. [05:47] Whatās it like to pitch on Dragonsā Den? [09:44] The motto any entrepreneur needs to live by. [11:10] Looking for investment? This stat might shock you. [12:49] Donāt miss this awesome discount.
So press that play button and then hop onto Seepās website to use your 20% discount code mentioned in the episode (valid until the end of April 2025).
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E271ļ½Creating the UK's first disability discount site with Georgina Colman
26 Mar 2025
00:11:23
Would a life-changing health diagnosis stop you in your tracks or spur you on to create something extraordinary?Ā
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.Ā
Her solution is Purpl, the UKās first disability discount site. šš½
Why should you tune in? Discover the impact that Georginaās 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.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E270ļ½Surviving redundancy and mastering a money mindset with Avneet Sachdeva
19 Mar 2025
00:30:41
Losing a job once is tough. Losing it twice? Thatās an emotional rollercoaster that forces you to dig deep.Ā
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 isnāt just about money ā itās about having the confidence and freedom to create the life you want so you can make an impact.
If youāre wondering how to start, this episode will help you reframe redundancy and rethink what wealth and success can look like.
š§ Tune in now to hear:
[00:43] When career interruptions feel personal.Ā [06:36] The biggest fear of starting again. [09:24] When a side hustle becomes something more. [11:29] Handling rejection.Ā [14:53] Creating wealth mindfully. [15:31] Keep going while keeping yourself going.Ā [22:26] Why changing your calendar can change your life. [25:42:] The power of your intuition in shaping success.
š If you're ready to take control of your path to financial and career success, hit play now! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø š§š§š§
Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.
For details of links and resources mentioned in this episode, visit TechPixies.com
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E269ļ½Is our obsession with winning holding us back? Cath Bishop thinks it is
12 Mar 2025
00:28:14
What does āwinningā 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 itās 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.Ā
For Cath, itās 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 youāre curious about how you can redefine winning in your life, press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E268ļ½How to break free from trauma with Philippa Smethurst
05 Mar 2025
00:42:08
*This podcast episode discusses trauma, which some listeners may find triggering.Ā
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 ā 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 isnāt just a moment in time ā itās 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 ā 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.Ā [26:50] Treat yourself as if you matter.
What youāll take away from this episode:
āļø How to recognise trauma responses in yourself and others āļø The lessons that can come out of dealing with trauma āļø 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 āstale gingerbread manā!!!) Youāll want to tune in for that alone!
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E267ļ½Money is power. But are you managing your finances?
19 Feb 2025
00:18:44
Letās be honest: most of us want more of it, and most of us want the money we do have to work harder for us. Ā
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?Ā
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 hereās the scary thing: according to the most recent report from the World Economic Forum, it will take 134 years ā roughly 5 generations ā before women achieve parity with men when it comes to wealth, health, educational attainment and political empowerment.Ā
š¤Æ
No one should have to wait that long.Ā
But Elisabeth isnāt just here to help you get financially fit.Ā
Hereās why you need to tune in Elisabethās also reveals what happens when you realise youāre in a job you donāt love anymore, the lessons sheās 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.Ā
What to listen out for:
[00:39] Why donāt you just quit?Ā
[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.Ā
So, if you want to get your finances in order, download the Aila App and start closing the gender wealth gap. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Chances are, youāve just ticked a few boxes and maybe youāre still feeling the aftershocks.
Hereās the thing: By the time women hit 50, more than half have faced at least five major life upheavals. And letās be real ā these āHorsemen of the Midlife Apocalypseā rarely arrive one at a time. Instead, they create a maelstrom that throws everything off course.
Thatās 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.Ā
She decided to be the change she wanted to see and created Noon ā a thriving community for what Eleanor calls āQueenagersā ā women in midlife who are ready to seize the next chapter of growth.Ā
Today, sheās on a mission to prove that this stage of life isnāt a crisis; itās a chrysalis
Here's why you should tune in
Eleanorās story will definitely hit home ā but sheās also bringing the warmth, wisdom and straight-talking advice that can change how you see your future.
So, whether youāve just been sideswiped by change or youāre ready to embrace whatās next, this is an episode to pop on your playlist and return to time and time again. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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] Eleanorās advice for senior leaders.Ā
[19:39] Why you should paddle your own canoe.
[27:58] Joyās 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.
šÆ Are you a Queenager looking for your tribe?
Join Noon.org.uk and step into your best chapter yet.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E265ļ½Why Mel Robbins Thinks Social Media is STILL the Most Important Thing For Your Business in 2025
05 Feb 2025
00:20:22
āPeople will have negative opinions about you and every single thing you do. Let them.āĀ ā Mel Robbins
Everyone is talking about Mel Robbinsā latest book, The Let Them Theory. And trust us when we say youāll 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.Ā
Despite having a vision for her business, she hesitated, worried about what her friends and family would think.Ā
šØ She wrote post after post and left them sitting in drafts.Ā šØ She overthought every caption.Ā šØ She feared looking arrogant.Ā šØ She feared people questioning her credibility.Ā
It took her two years ā TWO YEARS ā to finally turn down the volume on her fears and start posting consistently. And this is Mel Robbins weāre talking about!
If she felt that way, no wonder so many of us do too.
Hereās 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!).Ā
Hereās what to listen out for:
[04:31] Diving into page 81 of Melās book.Ā
[06:12] Every business has a formula ā follow it.Ā
[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.Ā
[13:38] Are you doing this?
[14:51] Whatās the solution?
Itās time to stop overthinking and start showing up. Press play now to find out how. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E264ļ½How could energy medicine help you?
16 Jan 2025
00:31:25
Rub your hands together and slowly pull them apart. What do you feel? Warmth? Tingling?Ā ā”
For Jodi Law, this sensation is energy.
And as a transformational energy medicine practitioner, she believes we can tap into the bodyās natural energy to take control of our health and wellbeing.
Itās an area Jodi leaned into after more than 30 years in acute health care as a senior cardiac nurse. Itās a job that pushed Jodiās own health to the limits, with the stress manifesting as heart palpitations and fainting spells. š²
āI felt like my soul was dying,ā says Jodi of that time in her life.
But when Jodi slipped and fractured her kneecap, she knew she couldnāt 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.
Hereās why you should listen in If youāve got that sinking feeling about your day-to-day grind, donāt ignore it! Be inspired by Jodiās journey to take action and course correct to the path you should have been on all along. And if youāre curious about energy medicine, Jodi runs through how she helps people and gives a few quick energy exercises she uses in her practice.
Hereās 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 Jodiās 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. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E263ļ½Fertility coaching and pivoting for business success
08 Jan 2025
00:16:25
*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 pivotā¦fastā¦but youāre homeschooling one child while breastfeeding another.
And youāre beginning to wonder how youāre 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 youāll hear, Naavaās story shows itās possible to:
ā”ļø Successfully redefine the roles in marriage to allow for the creation of a business that is joyful for both people.
ā”ļø Navigate down periods and setbacks and come out strongerā¦ if you allow your entrepreneurial brain the freedom to explore ideas.
ā”ļø Get help for complex fertility issues, particularly when you're in your 40s
Hereās 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. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E262ļ½Pivoting and parenting with Annie Ridout. How to build a fulfilling career while raising a family
19 Dec 2024
00:27:27
Life is rarely a straight line; itās often more of a doodle full of unexpected twists and squiggles. Ā Just ask Annie Ridout.
Her journey ā from being ousted from her job while pregnant to creating a thriving, multi-dimensional career as a journalist, author, poet, and entrepreneur ā 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.
Whatās more, sheās refreshingly honest about the highs and lows sheās experienced along the way. Whether itās 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.
Hereās 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] Annieās core lesson from her experiences.
[23:36] Seeing challenges as opportunities and taking positive action.
[26:28] Cheer up your day with Annieās poem.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E261ļ½How to leave a corporate career and start a business in your fifties
11 Dec 2024
00:20:49
āIn the end, we only regret the chances we didnāt take, the relationships we were afraid to have, and the decisions we waited too long to make.ā ā Lewis Carroll
Youād think escaping violence in your home country and arriving in the UK with Ā£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 isnāt right for you and pivot to something youāre passionate aboutā¦ 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.
Hereās why you need to tune in š§ 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 ā even later in life. And learn how Sueās belief in abundance has shaped her choices.
Hereās 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 youāre 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, āWhatās next?ā this episode will motivate you to embrace your squiggly career path.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E260ļ½Neurodivergence and the art of the non-career career
25 Nov 2024
00:21:28
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? š¤
Prioritising joy, peace, connection and ease is how Bea Marshall moves through her life now. So whether itās 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 didnāt fit into the conventional norms society expects.
And it wasnāt until she discovered that both she and her kids were neurodivergent that she realised that she moved through the world differentlyā¦and that was ok.
Hereās why you need to tune in š§ Come and discover why Bea feels like her life now has simplicity because of the approach sheās adopted. Learn why she feels she hasnāt had a career until recently and what she says sheās been doing instead. And hear what it means to discover youāre neurodivergent in midlife and where it can take you when you open your mind to the possibilities ahead.
Hereās 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 youāre neurodivergent.
[13:38] Being exactly who youāre meant to be.
[14:25] Saying yes to joy, peace, connection and ease.
Ready to learn more? Press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E259ļ½Midlife crisis or opportunity? Helen Kewell on burnout, lifeās transitions, and hitting reset
18 Nov 2024
00:20:57
A ālifequakeā. Thatās 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 ābeā.
But after feeling like she was disappearing and being forced to hit the pause button, Helenās new career in psychotherapy has opened up a new opportunity to explore some of the big topics that crop up when we hit midlifeā¦ and to smash the perception that midlife is a hurdle to overcome.
Hereās why you need to tune in š§
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.
Hereās 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] Menās 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. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
If youāve ever seen midlife as a challenge or a hurdle that needs to be overcome, this is the conversation for you.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E258ļ½Surviving the setbacks of a rollercoaster career and breaking into broadcasting against the odds
01 Nov 2024
00:13:13
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.
Sheās here to share the rollercoaster ride that saw her face redundancies, contracts ending unexpectedly and taking time out for maternity leave. Itās a story of how challenges can become opportunities and how a Ā£40 face cream saved the day.
Tune in to hear:
[00:21] Dive into the twists and turns of Claireās rollercoaster career journey.
[01:14] Discover how Claire pursued her dream career against the odd
[02:15]Ā Claireās 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.
Hit play now and prepare to be inspired! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Love our podcast?
Leave a review and grab our Quick Start Podcast Guide. š¤āØ https://techpixies.com/podcast
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E257ļ½Can you run a small business AND still crush it in a corporate career?
23 Oct 2024
00:20:10
Ever feel like balancing your career, family, and dreams of starting your own business is impossible? Ā
And after struggling to juggle a corporate job with small kids, Erika Robinson made a bold move ā she waved her job goodbye to corporate life and launched her own business.Ā
But just months after opening Picnic, her childrenās play centre, the pandemic hit. š³
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. šĀ
How does she manage it all? And what lessons has she learned along the way?Ā
Hereās why you need to tune in š§ Be inspired by a woman who is winning at managing it all ā a successful side hustle, fulfilling corporate job, marriage and motherhood ā and hear Erikaās advice if youāre looking to do the same. Plus, discover the fab free tool Constant Contact has developed that every business owner looking to generate leads needs.Ā
Hereās 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?
Ready to feel inspired? Press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļøĀ
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E256ļ½Career Interrupted: What does it take to be your own boss?
16 Oct 2024
00:18:49
"Wear the shoes, buy the tickets, do the stuff, make the memories."
This isn't just a catchy mantra for Michelle Betts ā itās the philosophy that has carried her through lifeās biggest decisions, including two major career breaks. Ā Following a decade at the same company, Michelle dared to take the leap and start her own social media consultancy.
And after being named āThe Most Influential Woman on Social Media in the UKā, sheās proof that bold moves can lead to incredible success.
š§ Why you should tune in If youāre dreaming of becoming your own boss but canāt seem to find the courage to hit "send" on that resignation letter, Michelleās story is exactly the inspiration you need. She opens up about the fears sheās faced, how she overcame them, and the unexpected moments ā such as a celebrity encounter ā that have fueled her journey.
What to listen out for:
Hereās what to listen out for:
[03:01] Whatās the greatest fear around taking a career break?
[05:30] Michelleās social media successes and Zooplaās Property Power 100 List.Ā
[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 Michelleās 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 youāve been looking for? If you want to strike out on your own, Michelleās story is for you.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E255ļ½Plan like a pro for 2025 with strategies for business success
09 Oct 2024
00:35:07
Itās Q4 of 2024, and weāre in the golden quarter! š
Itās when peeps like to flash their cash thanks to events such as Diwali, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Christmas, making it a prime time for both product- and service-based businesses alike.
But because itās so easy to get stuck in the daily grind working in your business ā particularly during peak periods āĀ this episode is perfectly timed to remind you to work on your business too, especially if you want to look beyond Q4 and make 2025 the year you slay your business goals.
If you havenāt got a clue where to start or the thought of planning for next month, let alone next year, sends you running for the hills, weāve got your back. šŖš½ Business strategist Charelle Griffith is here to help you plan like a pro.
Hereās why you need to tune in š§ Discover the vital step youāve got to take if you want your plans to be effective, what KPIs you need to track so you can see what is and isnāt working (and what KPIs are if youāre scratching your head), plus the strategies you can implement to set you up for success in 2025.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:59] Why you need an annual plan for your business.
[06:06] What planning software should you use?
[08:21] Are you making offers at the best time for your customers or clients?
[12:33] Are you working out the actual number of days you have available to work?
[16:54] Why you need to capture wins along the way.
[20:37] What KPIs should you be recording?
[30:55] Donāt wait until 1 January 2025 to get started.
š Ready to get set for 2025? Check out Charelleās blueprint for business success now. Enjoy! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E254ļ½Facing redundancy? Fancy a change? Carve out a new career as a Social Media Manager
02 Oct 2024
00:23:41
Have you ever faced redundancy? Itās one of those moments that can feel like the rug is being pulled out from under you, but it can also open up a whole world of new possibilities!
For Anna Ison, leaving a job she loved after 20 years became a gateway to a whole new, exciting chapter ā working as a social media manager from the comfort of home. š»āØ
But whatās life really like as a social media manager? How does Anna juggle clients, craft engaging content, and help businesses thrive?
š§ Why you need to listen If youāve ever considered taking the plunge into life as a social media manager, nowās your chance to get the lowdown! Anna shares her journey, plus insider tips on what it takes to succeed in this flexible, fast-paced career. From mastering video content to AI secrets, this episode is packed with insights you wonāt want to miss. š„
0:00 How Annaās social media journey began.
3:07 The most common social media challenges businesses face (and how Anna solves them like a pro!).
4:31 What content is working for businesses right now?
6:37 Nervous about going on camera? Hear top tricks to help you shine on video.
8:39 A sneak peek into Annaās Instagram Business Masterclass.
13:23 Is social media management the career for you? Anna spills the beans.
15:12 Anna and Joyās thoughts on AI & ChatGPT and how you can leverage them for content magic. š¤āØ
š Ready to revamp your career?
Tune in to get the tools, tips, and motivation to make the leap into social media management. Enjoy! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E253ļ½How to Boost Your Camera Confidence While Working from Home
26 Sep 2024
00:37:54
There was a time when requesting to work from home (WFH) was like asking for the moon.
But once the pandemic hit and working from home became a necessity, we said hello to a diary full of Zoom meetings and saw nooks and crannies of our home become our workspace (thank you garden shed).
Of course, working from home has become the norm for women as they juggle work around illness, childcare or looking after an elderly parent, but one woman is intent on making the homeworking experience a whole lot better. āØ
Hereās why you need to tune in š§ In this episode, we tap into Louiseās expertise as a former broadcast journalist to gain top tips on camera confidence (because no one needs to be looking up your nose in a Zoom meeting!!!), and we also hear how Louise has monetised her magazine to create a revenue stream and a community of loyal fans.
Hereās what to listen out for: [02:21] How emigrating to Australia sparked a business idea.
[06:53] Working from home is not shirking from home.
[11:30] Realising an idea.
[16;40] Top tips for being confident on camera.
[26;52] How to monetise a magazine.
Donāt take another Zoom meeting without popping in your AirPods for this. Enjoy! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
āI looked around and found that in the increasing busyness of life, people were, while being in almost constant communication, losing connection with others.ā ā Amita Dinmore
Do you have a powerful vision brewing? A dream thatās been percolating away for ages?Ā
[14:44] Whatās next for The Well-Kitchen? Ā Got a dream youād love to achieve? Are you ready to do what you can with what you have and trust that itās all going to work out? ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E251 | Growing a YouTube Channel as a Creative Maker
11 Sep 2024
00:29:12
Whether you're a knitting ninja or a paintbrush prodigy, YouTube is THE place to share your creativity! But how do you turn your creative skills into a thriving channel? š§¶āØ
Meet Anya Johnson, a crochet queen building a YouTube channel to supplement her income while she makes time to look after her grandchild.
From her colourful āGranieā Squares to her cosy, rainbow-bright Confidence Cardigan, Anyaās channel is a go-to for vibrant inspiration and crafty know-how. But sheās not just sharing her art ā sheās building a business and creating a community. š
And having proved that she can master YouTube, Anya has taken on tech challenge after tech challenge by launching her own crochet course and self-publishing a book on Amazon (whoop!).
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:28] The power of YouTube for creative crafters and makers.Ā
[06:06] Do this to get comfortable on camera.
[07:41] Self-publishing on Amazon.
[08:30] Creating a fun Confidence Cardigan.
[09:44] The Sunflower Effect.
[20;39] How to make Shorts work for YOU.
So, if youāre still procrastinating about starting a YouTube channel and want to follow in Anyaās creative footsteps, press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E250 | Feeling Lost In Your Career? How To Return To Work And Make a Comeback In The Job Market
04 Sep 2024
00:37:56
What do you do if youāve been out of work for a while, especially if your confidence is in freefall because you feel too old for the job market?
Sarah Glassey says she felt like she wasnāt just in a pickle after being out of work for nine months, but āstuck in a whole vat of pickles in a factoryā. And with the stress and some major ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) making their presence felt ā āIām too old,ā and āI donāt have the right skillsā ā life was not going Sarahās way. š¬
So, how did she turn things around?
Hereās why you need to tune in Sarah didnāt just lean into adding social media skills to her CV to land herself a new job. She discovered a whole heap of tools ā including one from a 1980s advert for a chocolate bar and another from the film Cocktail ā that have given her back her sense of self-worth and helped her get promoted.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:50] The stress of not knowing what to do next.
[06:50] Looking at things differently.
[10:31] What to do when you donāt have all the skills for a job.
[18:34] How do you go after a promotion?
[21:54] Do a skills inventory.
[24:30] How are you talking to yourself?
[27:10] The power of 5,4,3,2,1.
[28:54] Coughlinās law.
[35:15] Are you too old or not too old yet?
So, if youāre stuck in a rut and donāt know what to do next or want to get back to work in a role you love, this episode is for you. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E249 | Find Your Unicorn Space. How to Reclaim Guilt-Free Time
28 Aug 2024
00:39:56
What have you done recently outside your role as a partner, parent or professional? A guilt-free activity that is purely about having fun and leaves you saying, āI canāt believe I just did thatā?
If youāre like most women, chances are you are prioritising everyone but yourself.
But author Eve Rodsky believes that carving out time to explore the gifts, talents and interests that make you you is a necessity if you want to live a happier, more fulfilled life.
But how do you do that, how do you communicate that to those around you, and how do you get over the guilt and shame?Ā
Hereās why you need to tune in In this interview from the archives, Eve unpacks what a Unicorn Space is and describes her own failed attempt to find one using a Post-It note during the pandemic. She explores the communication styles of our CEO Joy and her husband Tim to demonstrate how you can have high cognition, low emotion conversations that let you implement boundaries and systems to ensure you have time for what Eve calls ādaily flourishingā.
Hereās what to listen out for: [01:00] What is Unicorn Space about?
[04:04] What is a Unicorn Space?
[08:33] The āUnavailableā Post-It note.
[10:33] There is a formula for thriving.
[14:14] What is your communication style?
[21:26] What is your partnerās communication style?
[27:35] How do you communicate with yourself?
[35:09] Is Unicorn Space only for the privileged?
So, what will you do outside your role as a partner, parent or professional? Email us at support@techpixies.com and let us know. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
For details of links and resources mentioned in this episode, visit TechPixies.com
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E248ļ½How do you build a business when you donāt want to be visible online?
07 Aug 2024
00:37:51
ā Trigger warning: this episode touches on domestic abuse. If you are affected by any of the issues raised, head to TechPixies.com for details of organisations that can offer support.
How do you build a business when you canāt put your face or name online?
That was the reality for Mimi Glenn, who, having escaped domestic abuse, was found every time she was resettled and tried to go for a new job or re-establish her business.
Mimi realised she needed a business that wouldn't be disrupted if she needed to move.
And thanks to the skills she gained through her training at TechPixies, she now runs a thriving digital marketing consultancy business.Ā
But when you canāt put your face or even your real name out into the world for fear of being found again, how do you engage with clients and build a reputable brand?
Hereās why you need to tune in Mimi joins Joy for a brave discussion about the steps she took to protect her safety while running her business, how the TechPixies community has provided her with a safe, supportive space to reaffirm her skills, and how sheās structured her business. Plus, hear about the incredible charity Mimi is creating for those who have experienced domestic and sexual abuse and need help to set up their businesses safely online.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:44] How do you build a business without being visible online?
[06:41] How do you post on social media when you donāt want to be visible?
[10:21] How have you structured your business?
[14:09] If youāre working for free, do this.
[22:49} Always have a contract in place.
[26:30] The impact of TechPixies.
[31:01] Support Mimiās charity for women looking for support after domestic abuse.
Thereās so much to take away from this episode, so press play now and be inspired. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E247ļ½The story of the other woman behind TechPixies
24 Jul 2024
00:47:30
Redundancy, death of a parent, separation and divorce. š«Ø
If you were faced with all three in the space of a year, would you dive back under the duvet and retreat from the world, or would you hit the reset button?
For Kathryn Conway, lifeās lemons offered a chance to reassess the path she was walking through life, and it led her to the door of TechPixies.
Drawn to the caring sense of community and the effervescence of founder Joy Foster, this is the story of how a journey that started with upskilling in social media led to Kathryn becoming TechPixiesā copywriter and funnel builder, getting to see the inside of a business she is passionate about.Ā Ā
Hereās why you need to tune in From Kathrynās favourite TechPixies āJoyismsā to how the life-changing DreamBuilderĀ® Program helped her process her divorce, this episode is a testament to the strength found in the shared experiences of a supportive community and the power of āthis or something greater stillā.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:08] TechPixies finds you when you need it most. [05:47] Keep your eyes on your own boat. [13:03] How Kathryn got her job at TechPixies. [19:12] Being allowed to thrive. [27:39] Learning to forgive through the DreamBuilderĀ® Program. [31:10] This or something greater still. [35:41] Trusting your gut instinct.
If youāre feeling stuck about the direction you should take next in life or need a reminder of whatās possible when you simply say yes to investing in yourself, this is the episode for you.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E246ļ½A coach in your pocket. Tackling mental health and wellbeing in the workplace with Kathryn Cettina
17 Jul 2024
00:21:59
āWe donāt wait until all our teeth have fallen out to go to the dentist. So why do we wait until weāre in crisis to deal with our mental health?ā š¤·
This is just one of the brilliant nuggets dropped by Kathryn Cettina, who jumped onto the Sparkle and Thrive Podcast to chat about MYNDUP, a platform that aims to ensure mental health care and wellbeing in the workplace is proactive, not just reactive.
Because for too long employees have waited until theyāre in crisis to seek help, and once they reach out, they often discover theyāre not at the right level of crisis to warrant treatment. š¤Æ
Hereās why you need to tune in Learn how MYNDUP is plugging a gap in the market for timely care across a range of specialisms delivered by qualified professionals. Hear about the criteria you need to meet to become a MYNDUP coach or therapist and start spreading the word to your HR department or pals in workplaces around the globe.Ā
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:55] What is MYNDUP?
[02:01] The health crisis that sparked the need for MYNDUP.
[04:52] Removing barriers to mental health care.
[09:10] Is it possible to become a MYNDUP coach?
[13:52] What can you get help with on the app?
To learn more, press play now ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Letās spread the word and make mental health care accessible for everyone!
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E245ļ½Making micro changes to achieve your dream with Clare Learoyd
11 Jul 2024
00:31:07
You need to pull on a pair of brave pants if youāre serious about making some major shifts in your life. But once youāve got some tools in your locker, those shifts neednāt be as scary as you first imagine.
Just ask Clare Learoyd. šŖ
Forced to pivot from a plan for face-to-face to online Pilates classes as the Pandemic took hold, Clare Learoyd has gone from feeling afraid of social media to a complete shift in mindset about what sheās capable of. š§
Clare says making micro changes and their ripple effect has enabled her to go after her dream job with the RNLI and create an online business that means she wonāt be having to āhook her knickers her foot to get them on when sheās 90ā. š
Hereās why you need to tune in Hear how TechPixies has helped Clare change her life and how the mindset tips and tricks sheās picked up benefit not just Clare but her daughter, too. Plus, discover what happens when you get out of autopilot and start creating a vision and practising daily gratitude.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:45] The words you use matter.
[03:22] The power of pilates for pelvic floor.
[05:18] The history of pilates.
[10:31] Feeling afraid of social media.
[12:27] Getting to where you want to be.
[15:54] Landing the dream job.
[18:06] The Brave Thinking Activation Tool.
[21:57] Donāt worry about the how.
[23:28] Write a gratitude journal.
And if youāre keen to improve your health and wellbeing, Clareās online Pilates classes could be just what youāre looking for. Press play now and sign up to her classes here. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E244ļ½Achieving time freedom to follow your passion with Helen Baker
03 Jul 2024
00:30:17
We all want to spend time doing the things we love most.
But commitments ā job, family, home ā often keep us rooted in the same daily grind.
For Helen Baker, whoās chosen to go after her ultimate dream of having the time freedom to sail around the world with her partner aboard a yacht, this podcast episode reveals the steps Helenās taken to make this dream a reality faster than she thought possible. āµ
From mindset shifts and creating a marketing consultancy business that allows her to work with clients anywhere she can find an internet connection to fixing up a boat that will become her floating home from home, Helen is well on the way to achieving the vision she crafted for her life. š
Hereās why you need to tune in Come and hear the work that Helen is doing to ensure she and her partner are sipping Champagne in the sun on their yacht asap, and why creating scaffolding images and surrounding herself with Partners in Believing are key. And discover how Helen is using the techniques sheās learnt in our DreamBuilderĀ® Program to help her clients realise their dreams.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:54] Making a mindset shift.
[03:26] Creating more time freedom.
[08:04] When stepping back is a good thing.
[10:59] Collapsing time.
[14:10] How to weather the storms of life.
[19:36] Do you have Partners in Believing?
[21:23] Working in an area youāre passionate about.
[28:16] Donāt let people say you canāt do it.
Helen is proof that that doing the work works. So, what dreams would you love to make a reality? Press play and find out whatās possible. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E243ļ½Moving, marriage, motivation and a car park full of Post-it Notes with Helz Jones
29 Jun 2024
00:32:41
A car park full of sticky notes? Say what? š¤
Youāll have to tune in to find out exactly what our guest Helz Jones means by this, but letās just say that itās a genius trick for capturing dreams and goals.
Because if youāre anything like Helz, once you get cracking on a vision for your life, youāll find that ideas designed to help make your dream a reality will pop up by the truckload.
Three years after creating her vision, Helz has become a bravery and empowerment coach with a love of open-water swimming. And after moving to Australia and getting married in Hawaii, Helz is literally living her dream. š
Hereās why you need to tune in If you like a podcast episode packed with motivational tips and tricks, press play now because Joy and Helz are dropping one inspirational nugget after another. From concepts like body doubling and taking daily action steps to the big 3 and why your calendar is one of the most transformational tools in your locker, youāll love the energy and enthusiasm Joy and Helz create.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:39] Focus on a vision for your life.
[03:22] What is the time machine?
[06:54] Do you feel loved, safe and valued?
[11:46] Realising youāre a co-creator in your life.
[14:28] Why your calendar is a transformational tool.
[21:13] The power of the Big 3.
[23:02] Why you need to create a car park.
So, for nothing but good vibes, you know what to do! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E242ļ½Want to boost your confidence and career? Open doors on our Social Media Superhero Bootcamp
18 Jun 2024
00:26:48
āWhat do I do next?ā š¤·š½āāļø
If youāve ever been made redundant or taken a career break, youāll know how never-wracking it can feel to yourself back out there.
Because if youāre anything like Gillian Brayshaw, youāll have sat on your sofa, your confidence shot to pieces, with all the ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) running riot in your mind. š
But we have just the thing to help you regain the confidence to get back out there.
Our Social Media Superhero Bootcamp has helped Gillian get visible online, thrive in a community of like-minded women and, in a big old whoop, whoop moment, find flexible work she loves. šš½
Hereās why you need to tune in Come and hear what itās really like to be part of one of our Bootcamps and how the snowball effect of taking one step after another helped Gillian land a job she loves. Learn how crafting a vision of your future and the power of yet can help you and why showing up and doing something for yourself could be all you need to start the next exciting chapter of your life.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:22] The Brave Thinking Activation Tool.
[04:32] What do you learn on the Social Media Superhero Bootcamp?
[10:27] Getting involved in the Bootcamp community.
[13:06] āI wanted to do something for meā.
[14:26] Donāt ask for permission; ask for this instead.
[18:22] Making yourself visible on social media opens doors.
Whether you want to return to work, change careers or start a business, join our free Bootcamp and discover the 6 social media superhero powers thatāll help you get visible online and make the connections you need to open doors.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E241ļ½How to create kinder workplaces and grow your business. Becs Crosby's story
11 Jun 2024
00:31:25
What if the world was full of kinder workplaces? š¤
Companies that didnāt just pop #BeKind posts on social media but actually followed a framework that created work cultures based on community, connection and inclusivity?
Becs Crosby is on a mission to help companies do just that and is carving out a successful business for herself in the process.
And sheās doing it all from a āshofficeā (a shed/office) at the bottom of her parentās garden.
Hereās why you need to tune in Come and discover how Becs has nailed her brand, created a website, designed a lead magnet, grown her mailing list, and won new clients, all within 12 months. Find out why she thinks our Business Beyond Social Programme is as easy as A, B, C, and how Joyās 5-minute Power Move helped Becs take action. And learn more about how Becs is helping to banish those Sunday night work blues.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[03:10] What could you achieve in just one year with the right support?
[07:02] How do you grow your mailing list?
[08:54] Make a 5-minute power move.
[13:06] What does kindness in the workplace look like?
[15:30] The KIND framework.
[20:48] The concept of the compassionate self.
Whether youāre hoping to create your own dream business just like Becs or want to call Becs up to help your company understand what kindness in the workplace really looks like, press play now! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E240ļ½How to become who you've always wanted to be in business. Carolyn Boddingtonās story
04 Jun 2024
00:29:21
How do you go from having a paralysing fear of being on camera and hating the thought of being on social media to managing successful social media campaigns, hosting webinars and implementing marketing strategies for clients?
All within 15 months. š²
Thanks to our trio of transformational training programmes and teaming up with other talented TechPixies, Carolyn Boddington has crushed her crisis of confidence and is now hitting milestone after milestone as a fractional CMO (chief marketing officer).
Whatās so incredibly powerful is that Carolyn says she doesnāt recognise the person she was when she started TechPixies. Not only that, but she feels like sheās becoming the person sheās always wanted to be.
Want to know how she did it? šš¼āāļø
Hereās why you need to tune in
š” Gain insights: Hear Carolynās key takeaways from her training.
š” Be inspired: Learn how sheās slaying her business goals and working with people she never imagined 15 months ago.
š” Get top tips: Walk away with essential marketing strategies for your own business.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[01:49] Becoming the person youāve always wanted to be.
[03:48] The milestones Carolynās achieved in just 15 months.
[07:48] Working with other TechPixies and replacing in-house social media teams.
[10:38] Key takeaways from TechPixiesā programmes.
{16:55] What should you be doing to market your business?
[21:44] Who are the coaches in Business Beyond Social?
Whether youāve been out of work for a while or have suffered a health crisis like Carolyn and are feeling nervous about the path ahead, come and see whatās possible when you put yourself first.
Press play for more now and start your transformation today! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E239ļ½Build a part-time, flexible business that lights you up just like Lois Cox
29 May 2024
00:28:24
Freedom.
Whether itās time or financial freedom, weād all love to live our lives with more free time and money in the bank. šš¼
But too many of us are stuck with our noses to the grindstone, thinking a never-ending cycle of eat, sleep, work a gazillion hours, repeat, is the only way to achieve this. š¤Æ
So we called up Lois Cox, a TechPixie who has created a business that allows her to work flexibly part-time so she can prioritise time with her son to show you that with the right skills in place, running a business doesnāt have to be all-consuming.
Lois is also one of the many women who do our Social Media Management Certification training despite not wanting to be a social media manager. Instead, Lois has used our training to ensure sheās up-to-date with the latest changes to the platforms and has the necessary knowledge to advise her clients on their strategy and sales development. šŖš½
Hereās why you need to tune in Learn about the awesomesauce business Lois has created following her 18 years at Tiffany & Co. and the skills sheās picked up through TechPixies. Discover what kept her motivated to complete her Social Media Management Certification CPD report and what tactics she used to get it done. Plus, hear why Lois thinks the value and content from her training is for life.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[04:43] The power of the TechPixies Facebook group.
[08:46] Loisās Social Media Management Certification (SMMC) journey.
[13:20] What to focus on to complete your SMMC CPD report.
[16:51] How Lois has structured her business.
[18:41] The promise of doing our SMMC training.
[20:20] The circle of inspiration.
[21:20] The value of continuous learning.
If youāve ever wondered where our social media training could take you, be inspired by Loisās story. Press play for more now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E238ļ½Feeling anxious about your finances? How to change your relationship with money for good with Joy Foster
21 May 2024
00:34:50
If your relationship with money feels a bit like the Nemesis Reborn ride at Alton Towers, weāve got something to help you hit the brakes on your financial roller coaster. š¢
Our chief TechPixie Joy Foster is here with a fly solo episode that offers a few top money tips and tricks usually reserved for participants in our Money Mindset Masterclass. š§
And the good news is that if youāve ever wondered why you struggle with money, or youāre constantly worried about money and the thought of looking at your bank balance gives you the heebie-jeebies, there are some simple steps you can take that will change the way you think about money for the better.
Hereās why you need to tune in Come and discover why your current thoughts about money might be holding you back from changing your financial situation. Be inspired by how Joy changed her own money story and the valuable lessons sheās learned along the way. Hear why money in the hands of women is such a good thing, and understand why the three levels of gratitude could help you get your finances back on track. š°
Hereās what to listen out for:
[03:55] Whatās your current money mindset story?
[05:42] Does Joyās money mindset story resonate with you?
[12:05] Itās ok to love money.
[16:58] Why you need to lean into gratitude.
[21:09] Craft your money mindset action plan.
[22:38] Create a money mindset brain prime.
[28:16] Why this is the most powerful move you can make.
[30:16] The story of the Chinese bamboo tree.
Itās time to stop saying "I can't afford that" or "money is the root of all evilā and press play on an episode thatāll change your perspective on how you think about money for good. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
For links and resources mentioned in this episode, please visit TechPixies.com.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E237ļ½How to build a brand you love and grow your brilliant business with Julia Heffer
15 May 2024
00:28:52
Say the word ābrandā, and what pops into your head? Amazon? Apple? Coca-Cola? Ā How about you and your business? š±
For TechPixie Julia Heffer, thinking about you and your business as a brand from the outset is the key to success. In fact, building an authentic brand is a business fundamental and goes way beyond a logo and a great-looking social media feed.Ā
Get your branding right, and youāll put yourself on the road to saving time, saving money, finding clients more easily, and charging more ā all because youāve understood who you serve, nailed your messaging, and discovered how to stand out from the crowd in the best possible way. šŖš¼
Hereās why you need to tune in Discover how Julia can help you get clear on your brand vision so that your messaging becomes crystal clear and you better understand how you can show up and stand out. Learn more about Juliaās path to success as a brand coach and hear why sheās putting together a free Masterclass you donāt want to miss.Ā
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:53] How Julia Hefferās business has evolved.
[06:31] What are the benefits of having a cohesive brand?
[10:21] How could Juliaās Brand Masterclass help you?
[14:07] Why you need trusted advisors in your business.
[17:22] Tangible benefits of Juliaās coaching.
[21:24] Be inspired by the story of bamboo.
If the idea of building a brand has left you feeling like youād rather pull the duvet over your head and leave it all for another day, this episode is a great place to get over the overwhelm.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E236ļ½Making a dream a reality. How to become an interior designer with Carolyn Hayter
08 May 2024
00:29:13
āWhat do you want to be when you grow up?ā š
Itās the question every kid gets asked at some point, an invitation to dream about the life you could live ā and sometimes, itās the start of something special.
At 10, Carolyn Hayter was told fashion design could be a route for her creative talents. However, after marrying young and starting a family, buying a house and making it home ignited a passion for interior design. š
And itās a passion thatās burned brightly for Carolyn for the past 30 years. But making her dream of becoming an interior designer a reality hasnāt been without a few twists and turns along the way.
Hereās why you need to tune in Carolynās story proves that if you want something badly enough, you will find a way to pull on a pair of brave pants and make it work. Youāll hear the steps she took to follow her dream career and how sheās used social media to grow her interior design business. Plus, youāll also get an insight into how Carolyn charges for her time and the brilliant tool she uses to create everything from moodboards to invoices.
Hereās what to listen out for
[00:44] Carolynās dream goes back years.
[02:41] Carolyn puts on her brave pants to follow her dream.
[07:44] How social media has helped Carolyn in her interior design business.
[10:31] The power of networking.
[13:52] How do you grow your mailing list?Ā
[17:15] Why you have to decide to go for your dream.
[18:26] The biggest benefit of doing TechPixies.
[24:20] How do you charge and invoice for your services?
Whether you want to become an interior designer or just want to be inspired by someone who has made owning their dream business a reality, press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E235ļ½Going after a dream youāve buried for 25 years with Denise Fishburn
01 May 2024
00:31:55
Thereās a crisis in Fairyland š°
But never fear because The Wobblies are here to save the day. š
These tooth fairies in training are the brainchild of Denise Fishburn and are the realisation of a dream that began 25 years ago.
So weāve invited Denise onto the podcast to reveal how these super fun characters came to be and how theyāre now the foundation for an exciting new business. šš½
Hereās why you need to tune in Denise has gone from feeling dissatisfied in a job and a little lost to rediscovering a passion project sheād put on the back burner. Discover how sheās learned to turn her dream into a business, hear the brilliant story of how The Wobblies came to be, and learn what life is like now that Denise has the confidence and skills to take on the world!
Hereās what to listen out for
[03:30] Denise puts herself first.
[05:40] Denise tries to discover what she really wants to do.
[11:08] When a dream youāve buried for 25 years resurfaces.
[14:26] How you validate an idea.
[15:33] Saying a big hello to The Wobblies.
[18;22] Looking for a sign for the path ahead.
[19:31] Doing Couch to 5K.
[21:10] The hidden benefit of the Business Beyond Social programme.
[22:07] Whatās life like now for Denise?
ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø Look out for The Wooblies launching on Etsy soon, and come and follow in Deniseās footsteps by checking out our training programmes.
Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com
Thanks for listening!
E234ļ½How to find your spark and seize the day with Kay Holdsworth
24 Apr 2024
00:25:46
Stucksville. Itās a place no one wants to be.Ā
But unless youāre super lucky, youāve probably had a moment in life when you werenāt sure what you should be doing next. š
For Kay Holdsworth, this moment arrived after the emotional rollercoaster of a spell in hospital with her son. And when anxiety took hold, Kay not only felt lost but like she was surviving, not thriving.
As Kay says, she was in stucksville ā so much so that sheād bought the t-shirt, the shoes and the handbag!!! š
So, how did she turn things around?
Hereās why you need to tune in Discover the path Kay followed to reignite her spark and how sheās now helping other women step off the hamster wheel of life and tap into what matters most. And learn more about Kayās free webinar, Carpe Diem ā Wake Up To What Matters Most, and why she thinks all women deserve to live a life filled with purpose and possibilities. Hereās what to listen out for:
[01:14] Kay realises sheās surviving, not thriving
[05:32] Discover the number one regret of the dying.
[07:07] How do you find your spark?
[11:13] Are your big dreams keeping you stuck?
[15:56] Are you ready to seize the day?
ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø Once youāve hit play, youāll want to save your spot on Kayās FREE Carpe Diem webinar on 1 May from 1pm UK time to help you get to the heart of what matters most to you. Save your seat here.