Finding Your Direction

By Emma Lynch

Welcome to the Finding Your Direction podcast with your host Emma Lynch

This podcast is for people who are on a career transition journey. We have some amazing guests lined up for this season

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The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.

Finding Your Direction episodes:

May 23, 2023From Financial Controller to Breastfeeding Support: Petrina O'Halloran's Journey to Building Mamas Boobie Box
In this episode, Emma chats with special guest Petrina O'Halloran, a qualified accountant who has transitioned from a career as a financial controller to becoming the founder of Mamas Boobie Box. Petrina shares her journey with us, including her career background and the mindset shift that led her to start her own business.
In this episode, Emma and Petrina talk about the following:
Petrina discusses her business, Mamas Boobie Box, which is a subscription service that provides breastfeeding support and products for new mothers. She talks about her passion for helping new mothers and her desire to provide them with the support she wishes she had when she had her own child.

Petrina shares her career background, starting with her work as a financial controller, where she had a successful career but found herself feeling unfulfilled and unhappy with the long hours and corporate ladder climbing. She explains how having her own child shifted her mindset and values, and she no longer wanted to prioritize her career over her family.

Petrina talks about the challenges she faced in the early days of starting her business, including the lack of experience in entrepreneurship and marketing. She shares the resources and support that helped her along the way, including mentorship and networking with other business owners.

Petrina shares her 5-year plan for Mamas Boobie Box, which includes expanding the product line and increasing the company's reach to help even more mothers.
Petrina's story serves as a reminder of the power of following our passions, and how shifting our mindset and values can lead us to live a more fulfilling life.
With the right mindset, support, and determination, anything is possible.

About Petrina O’Halloran:
https://mamasboobiebox.com/

About Emma
Emma Lynch is a career and life transition coach, and positive psychology practitioner. Emma’s passion is supporting individuals through 1-1 coaching to find the clarity, direction and goals they need to flourish in their career and life.

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May 16, 2023Stepping out of your comfort zone and into the self employed space
Welcome to today's episode where we have a special guest, Jonathon Hickey, the founder of JH Fitness. Jonathon helps men and women get in shape in a sustainable way both in person and online. Today we'll be discussing his career journey, his motivation for starting his own business, and his experience with making the transition.

In this episode, Emma and Jonathon talk about the following:
Jonathon shares a bit about himself and where he's from.

His career background before starting JH Fitness

Jonathon shares what his final push was for starting his own business.

The support he received in making the transition to entrepreneurship.
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About Emma
Emma Lynch is a career and life transition coach, and positive psychology practitioner. Emma’s passion is supporting individuals through 1-1 coaching to find the clarity, direction and goals they need to flourish in their career and life.

Find out more about Time To Thrive, a group career mentoring program for individuals making career transitions.

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24min
May 09, 2023From a Financial Accountant to a Spiritual Celebrant
Welcome back to the Finding Your Direction Podcast! In this episode, we have a special guest, Jennifer O'Sullivan, who has an interesting story to share with us. Jennifer is a financial accountant turned Spiritual Celebrant. Emma, worked with Jennifer 14 years ago, and now Jennifer has started her own business as a spiritual celebrant, while still working as a financial accountant.
In this episode, Emma and Jennifer talk about the following:
Jennifer talks about her accountant career background: Jennifer shares her journey and how she became a financial accountant. She talks about her experience in the field and what led her to explore other options.

Jennifer explains what a celebrant is, the different types of celebrants, and what it entails. She shares some of the services she provides as a spiritual celebrant, including weddings, funerals, and baby blessings.

Jennifer shares how she decided to become a celebrant and what gave her the final push: Emma asks Jennifer what inspired her to become a spiritual celebrant. Jennifer talks about her personal journey and how she felt called to this work. She also shares the moment that gave her the final push to pursue this path.
Jennifer’s story is a perfect example of how our passions and callings can lead us down unexpected paths in life. From a financial accountant to a spiritual celebrant, Jennifer has found fulfillment in serving others in a different way. Her journey is a reminder that it's never too late to pursue your dreams and make a change in your life. We hope Jennifer's story has inspired you to explore your own passions and find your direction in life.
Jennifer is a spiritual celebrant and legal solemniser also known as the Clare Celebrant and can be found on Instagram .

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About Emma:
Emma Lynch is a career and life transition coach, and positive psychology practitioner. Emma’s passion is supporting individuals through 1-1 coaching to find the clarity, direction and goals they need to flourish in their career and life.
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May 02, 2023Starting a career in teaching at 40
Welcome back to the Finding Your Direction Podcast! In this episode, Emma interviews her sister-in-law, Ethel Grant, about her inspiring journey of changing careers and transitioning into primary school teaching at the age of 40 while raising five children.
In this episode, Emma and Ethel talk about the following:
Ethel shares her background, previous jobs and education, giving listeners an insight into her life before making the decision to change careers.

The reasons that led Ethel to change careers and what inspired her to do so. Ethel also gives an insight into the challenges of returning to education later in life and raising a family. Ethel talks about her passion for teaching and her desire to make a difference in the lives of children, which ultimately led her to take the leap.

Emma and Ethel discuss the challenges that Ethel faces during her change journey and what helped her to achieve her goals.
Overall, this episode is an inspiring and motivational discussion that showcases the power of perseverance, determination, and a passion for one’s goals.
Tune in to hear more about Ethel’s journey and learn how you too can overcome obstacles and achieve your dreams!
About Emma:
Emma Lynch is a career and life transition coach, and positive psychology practitioner. Emma’s passion is supporting individuals through 1-1 coaching to find the clarity, direction and goals they need to flourish in their career and life.
About Ethel:
Ethel is a primary school teacher, a mum to five children. Originally from Co Clare she now resides in Donegal

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April 21, 2023 Introducing Finding Your Direction with Emma
Hello and welcome to the Finding Your Direction podcast, hosted by Emma Lynch. Just a preview of what's to come, what this season will be about, and who Emma is, can be found in this teaser.
Join us on this self-discovery adventure as we look at strategies to get beyond stumbling blocks and find the path to the career of your dreams.
So hit that subscribe button now and join us on this journey of self-discovery and career development.

You can connect with Emma on the following platforms:
Instagram: @theoptimalperformancecoach
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LinkedIn - Emma Lynch
Website - www.theoptimalperformancecoach.com

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FAQs about Finding Your Direction:

How many episodes does Finding Your Direction have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.