What does it really look like to build a business that works for your life, not the other way around?

In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Brooks, equestrian coach turned driving instructor, outdoor adventurer, and long-time friend. She's spent the last 25+ years building a business that fits around family life, personal values, and (most importantly) her own definition of success.

From freelance beginnings and accidental self-employment to finding her sweet spot with strong boundaries and a four-day workweek, Kate's story is a reminder that bigger isn't always better and that keeping things simple can be a power move.

We're diving into:

• How a shift in family priorities led to a career pivot (and a surprising new passion)

• What people really misunderstand about being self-employed

• Pricing fairly without penalising people who can't pay upfront

• The emotional side of teaching (and what no one tells you about failed driving tests)

• Why admin time and emotional labour count—even if you're not paid for them

• Building boundaries, managing your energy, and being mentally present for the people that matter

• Making space for joy outside of business (and what she's learned from walking solo as a woman)

This one's warm, honest, and full of grounded perspective for anyone who's choosing a business that works with their life...not one that runs over it.

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