This episode is all about Empty Nest Syndrome.  To get the professionals' take on the syndrome, I speak to Sarah Calvert, a London based psychotherapist who specialises in relationship/family issues.  Sarah gives a comprehensive explanation of it, why it affects us and, more importantly, strategies you can implement to alleviate some of the symptoms. 

If you are struggling and need to consult a therapist, UKCP publish a list of professionals who can help in your area.  You can also try your GP.  

Enjoy the episode x 

Jenny Stallard is an established freelance journalist and published author, but she's also recently launched the freelance wellbeing platform - FREELANCE FEELS. Jenny talks to me how she got into journalism in the first instance, on going freelance and how experiencing a difficult time that lead her to launch Freelance Feels.  She talks openly with honestly about the struggles in freelancing as a career, and I'm sure this will resonate with freelancers in any sector.  

My thanks go to Jenny for speaking to me and I hope you find value in what she talks about.  Enjoy! 

Adrian Foster-Fletcher is a businessman and an ex Headhunting consultancy owner, who specialises in helping job-seekers aged 50 and over find their dream job.  Adrian has written a book - OVER50? GET THAT NEXT JOB - giving tips and advice to those in this age range looking for work.  Adrian has had a vast career starting in the early days of the IT industry and then pivoted into Executive Search (Head Hunting).  His interview with me is an enjoyable and light-hearted chat packed with tons of advice, whether you're job-hunting or not.  At just over 30 minutes long, it's an easy listen. 

Aisha Riaz, MD of The E Word, is my Millenial Voice.  Well below the age of 45, Aisha gives the benefit of her experience as a millennial entering the working world; what she thinks of the generation of working women who went before her and how it is possible to pivot in your career to a very different industry sector and succeed. Aisha radiates positivity and empowerment in the episode, and at just over 20 minutes in length is an easy and inspiring listen. So empowering! 

Amanda Coleman is a former Director of Communications at Greater Manchester Police and has newly launched her own consultancy - Amanda Coleman Communications.  She's also just published her first book - Crisis Communication Strategies.  So it was the perfect time to talk to Amanda.  She spoke about why she started her own business, on writing the book and getting it published and fabulous tips and wisdom about how to get into and surviving in PR.  Amanda is amazingly honest and open about her career, and I dare you not to feel inspired. 

In this episode, Rachel Morgan-Trimmer is a Neurodiversity consultant and public speaker,  Her company Sparkle Class works with individuals and organisations to provide neurodiversity consultancy, leadership development and career coaching.  I talk to Rachel about her own diagnosis with Autism and ADHD and how she has coped with a career and setting up her own businesses.  Rachel is full of advice and support about how to traverse the "neurotypical" landscape with these conditions.  Rachel is honest about her own journey and how to accept any limitations a condition may give you, and to move onward to fulfil your potential. 

You can find Rachel's social media platforms here: Twitter, Linked In and Facebook 

Viv Parry of Be Amazing, is an entrepreneur, high-growth consultant and leadership coach and is the guest for Episode 4.  Viv talks to me about her career to date, how she got there and how she conquered some of the most difficult times in her life and career. Viv talks authentically and openly about how she overcome these difficult times and what was the catalyst for change.  A very heart-warming listen. 

You can find Viv on LinkedIn Twitter and Instagram 

In this episode, Naomi Timperley talks about her recent change of career path, how she got to where she is today, and what she'd like to see in the working sphere for women - of all ages.  An honest and truly inspiring talk from one of the tech industry's female leaders.  Well worth the 20 mins or so to listen in :) 

Welcome to episode 2 of 45NotOut.  In it, we interview Tessa Medina-Rios about her amazing, globe-trotting performing career and  starting a new enterprise after age 45.  Tessa's enterprise - Future Performers - was formed to help potential performers achieve their place in a dance school of their choice. In the episode, Tessa talks about how she ended up living and working in Venezuela and running a circus business when back in the UK, that was mentioned on CBBC!  Future Performers Instagram and website