What does a property stager actually do and can styling a home really help it sell faster?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to Sallie about her unconventional journey from law to entrepreneurship, furniture design and eventually property staging.

After training as a lawyer and spending six years in the profession, Sallie realised the career she'd worked so hard for wasn't making her happy. She wanted something more creative and that decision eventually led her to build her own furniture company from scratch.

She explains:

• What a property stager actually does
• How staging differs from interior design
• Why empty properties can actually look smaller
• How she designs spaces specifically to attract buyers
• Why creating an emotional connection can help sell a home

She also shares:

• Her journey from law → advertising → entrepreneurship
• Starting a furniture business with no design training
• Going from selling one product a month to around 500
• Building the business while working another job—and while pregnant
• Why professional photography completely changed her business

If you’re interested in:

• Property and interiors
• Starting your own business
• Changing careers
• Home staging
• Interior design
• Building a creative career
• Starting again in your 40

This episode is a brilliant reminder that changing direction doesn’t mean everything you’ve done before was wasted and sometimes your previous careers give you exactly the skills you need for the next one.

👇 Would you stage your home before putting it on the market?

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What does it actually take to build a successful podcast and what happens when your first media business burns through millions?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to Jack, founder and host of The Upshot, the sports podcast and newsletter dedicated to the funniest, wildest and most ridiculous stories from the world of sport.

Jack’s journey started long before podcasting. After being rejected from the role he wanted on his university newspaper, he decided to launch his own publication, The Tab, which quickly grew beyond one university and eventually attracted millions in investment.

But rapid growth came with some expensive lessons. Jack talks candidly about raising millions, expanding to America, building a 50-person team and ultimately spending around $10 million before selling the business for far less than he once imagined.

We get into:

• Going from aspiring sports journalist to media founder
• Building The Tab from a university side project
• Raising millions without really knowing how to run a business
• Why relying on Facebook traffic nearly destroyed the company
• The painful 18-month process of trying to sell it
• Starting again with a completely different approach
• Growing The Upshot newsletter from 10,000 to 100,000 subscribers in six months
• Turning a newsletter into a successful podcast
• Why consistency matters more than instant growth
• How to grow on YouTube, social media and other platforms without spreading yourself too thin
• Why imperfect, personality-led media might be exactly what audiences want

It’s a refreshingly candid conversation about success, failure, algorithms, entrepreneurship and why sometimes the biggest mistakes give you the blueprint for what to do next.

If you want to start a podcast, build an audience, work in media or turn an idea into a business, this episode is packed with lessons from someone who has done it twice—with very different results.

👇 Would you rather raise millions to grow quickly, or build slowly and keep control?

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What if you don't want to choose just one career?

In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to Lize about building a career as a multi-hyphenate creative, working across photography, writing, creative direction and more.

Growing up in Lagos, Lize originally thought she'd become a doctor, scientist or psychologist. Creativity was always part of her life, but for years she saw it as a hobby rather than a realistic career.

That changed when she took a chance on a writing job at university and realised people were willing to pay her for something she genuinely loved doing.

She shares:

• How she discovered her creative career almost by accident
• Why you should follow your curiosities
• Becoming a self-taught professional photographer
• Finding her niche in boudoir photography
• Using photography to help women build confidence and self-worth
• The realities of marketing an intimate photography business
• Building workshops and mentoring other photographers

We also get into Liz's journey as an author, including how the idea for her novel The Returnees came to her and how she navigated the publishing world without an established writing career.

Plus, Liz shares her advice for anyone with multiple passions: you don't have to put yourself in one box—but you do have to learn how you work best.

If you're interested in:

• Creative careers
• Photography
• Becoming an author
• Boudoir photography
• Creative entrepreneurship
• Finding your purpose
• Turning hobbies into a career
• Building multiple income streams

This episode is a brilliant reminder that your career doesn't have to follow one straight line—and sometimes the things you've treated as hobbies are exactly where your future is hiding.

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How do you actually get people to care about the world's biggest problems?

In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to Paul about his unconventional journey into impact campaigning and how creativity, entertainment and storytelling can be used to create real-world change.

From starting his own company at just 16 to working across marketing, comedy, comics, TV and film, Paul eventually found a way to combine his creative skills with his passion for helping animals.

He explains:

• What an impact campaigner actually does
• Why great campaigning is about making things simpler, not more complicated
• How marketing, comedy and storytelling can create social change
• Why listening to your audience matters more than shouting at them

He also shares the incredible story behind The Most Important Comic Book on Earth, which brought together names including Leonardo DiCaprio, Ricky Gervais, Jane Goodall and Ian McKellen and helped raise millions for conservation.

Plus, we get into:

• Sending thousands of emails to make a huge idea happen
• Using social media to reach audiences traditional campaigning couldn't
• Helping campaigns that contributed to environmental change
• Combining entertainment and charity through film
• Why curiosity and understanding people are essential skills
• His advice for anyone who wants to make a difference#

At the heart of the episode is one brilliantly simple lesson: make it easy for people to help.

If you're interested in:

• Charity and nonprofit careers
• Environmental campaigning
• Animal conservation
• Marketing and advertising
• Creative careers
• Social impact
• Storytelling and filmmaking

This is a fascinating look at how the skills you already have could be used to make a much bigger difference than you think.

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What does it really take to become a dentist and what happens after you qualify?

In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to cosmetic dentist, clinic owner and entrepreneur Dr Rhona, who shares her journey from dreaming of dentistry at just 12 years old to building her own award-winning clinic, launching a successful oral care brand and becoming one of the UK's leading voices in cosmetic dentistry.

She explains:

• What it's really like to become a dentist
• The university and training pathway into dentistry
• The difference between NHS and private dentistry
• Why cosmetic dentistry completely changed her career

She also shares:

• Growing up inspired by healthcare professionals
• Why she chose dentistry over medicine
• Buying her own dental practice just before the Covid lockdown
• Using social media and influencer marketing to grow her clinic
• Appearing on Dragon's Den with her oral care brand

Plus, we discuss:

• The reality of running a dental business
• Financial independence and entrepreneurship
• Why prevention is the future of dentistry
• Mental health within the profession
• Building a personal brand as a healthcare professional

If you're interested in:

• Dentistry
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Healthcare careers
• Entrepreneurship
• Building a personal brand
• Women in business
• Private practice

This episode is an inspiring look at how clinical expertise, creativity and business can come together to build a truly fulfilling career.

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What does a defence lawyer actually do and what’s it really like defending people in court?

In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to criminal defence solicitor and law firm founder Shazia, who shares the realities of working in criminal law, building her own legal practice, and dedicating her career to helping people through some of the hardest moments of their lives.

From police stations and courtrooms to running a successful law firm, Shazia explains what it really takes to succeed in one of the most demanding professions.

She explains:

• What a defence lawyer actually does
• The difference between defence and prosecution
• How criminal cases are prepared and argued
• What really happens inside a courtroom
• The ethics of representing clients

She also shares:

• Starting work at just 14 years old
• Funding her own education and law degree
• Applying for over 140 legal jobs before landing her first role
• Building her own law firm around family life

Plus, we discuss:

• Why resilience is one of the most important skills in law
• Helping vulnerable clients beyond the courtroom
• Running a business while raising children
• Why success isn't about money—it's about making a difference

If you're interested in:

• Criminal law
• Becoming a solicitor or barrister
• Defence lawyer careers
• Starting a law firm
• Careers in justice and public service

This episode offers an honest, inspiring look at a career built on determination, ethics and helping others.

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What does it take to build a successful business in one of the world's most misunderstood industries?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks with Anna, founder of FrolicMe, an award-winning erotic platform dedicated to female pleasure, healthy sexuality and beautifully produced erotic content.

Leaving behind a successful career in branding and marketing, Anna spotted a huge gap in the market: women weren't being catered for in the world of erotic entertainment. So she decided to change it.

She explains:

• Why she founded FrolicMe
• The difference between pornography and female-focused erotica
• How she built an independent subscription business from scratch
• Why creating a trusted brand in the adult industry was her biggest challenge

Anna also shares:

• Her background in marketing and advertising
• Funding the business herself to maintain complete creative control
• Growing FrolicMe into a global platform with millions of visitors
• Licensing content to Playboy while staying true to her original vision

Plus, we discuss:

• Female pleasure and why it's still overlooked
• Breaking down stigma around sex and intimacy
• Censorship, payment restrictions and the challenges of running an adult business
• Why communication and understanding your own pleasure are key to healthy relationships
• How entrepreneurship can be driven by purpose as much as profit

If you're interested in:

• Entrepreneurship
• Female founders
• Sexual wellness
• Branding and marketing
• Building an online subscription business
• Women's health and intimacy
• Start-up journeys
• Business innovation

This episode is an honest and eye-opening conversation about building a business that challenges outdated ideas, empowers women, and encourages healthier conversations around sex.

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What does it really take to become a Counter Terrorism Bomb Disposal Expert?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace sits down with Matt, Head of the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Bomb Disposal Unit, to uncover one of the most specialised and high-pressure careers in the UK.

From World War II munitions to suspected terrorist devices, Matt explains what his team really does, how they prepare for the unimaginable, and why teamwork, discipline and humility are far more important than Hollywood would have you believe.

We discuss:

• What a Counter Terrorism Bomb Disposal Expert actually does
• The difference between military and police bomb disposal
• How London's specialist unit operates 24/7
• The training, skills and mindset required for the role

Matt also shares:

• Why he originally wanted to join the Army
• Nearly avoiding bomb disposal altogether before discovering he loved it
• The intensive training required to qualify
• His experiences serving in Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan
• The journey from military bomb disposal officer to leading London's specialist police unit

Plus, we explore:

• Why no to explosive devices are ever the same
• The importance of remaining calm under pressure
• How teams prepare for major incidents and public events
• Supporting mental wellbeing in one of the world's most demanding professions
• Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness

If you're interested in:

• Counter terrorism
• Bomb disposal
• Military careers
• Police careers
• Leadership
• Emergency services
• Public service
• High-pressure decision making

This episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into a profession most of us never see—but one that quietly helps keep millions of people safe every day.

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What is a life design coach and how do you redesign your life from the inside out?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to Michelle about combining two completely different worlds: interior design and holistic health coaching.

After spending 17 years in the high-pressure world of workplace design, working on huge projects including Spotify’s London headquarters, Michelle experienced severe burnout during COVID, working 100-hour weeks until her body began physically shutting down.

That moment changed everything.

Michelle shares how she rebuilt her health, retrained as a health coach, and created Interior Self, a unique framework helping women redesign their lives through wellness, nervous system regulation, creativity, and intentional living.

She explains:

• What a life design coach actually does
• How our environments impact our nervous systems
• Why burnout often starts with ignoring the body’s warning signs
• The connection between stress, self-worth, and physical symptoms

She also shares:

• Growing up struggling with cystic acne and self-image
• Working in high-end workplace design in Australia and London
• Designing Spotify’s London HQ
• How she rebuilt her health after losing her hair during burnout

Plus, we get into:

• Creating a “framework for living”
• The five pillars of Interior Self
• Embodiment practices, dance, and nervous system healing
• Why slowing down can completely change your life
• If you’re interested in:
• Burnout recovery
• Health & wellness coaching
• Personal development
• Interior design & wellbeing
• Women’s health
• Nervous system regulation
• Career pivots & reinvention

This episode is a powerful conversation about self-worth, creativity, healing, and building a life that actually feels good to live.

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What happens when the host becomes the guest?

In this special bonus episode of How To Become A…, Grace hands over the microphone to her 11-year-old little brother, Jack, for a fun, casual role reversal.

Jack asks everything you've probably been wondering...

• Why did Grace start the podcast?
• What's her dream for How To Become A…?
• Who have been her favourite guests?
• What's the hardest part of creating a podcast?
• And… who does she look up to?

Along the way, Jack shares his own career dreams, gives some surprisingly wise life advice, and proves he might just have a future as a podcast host himself.

A fun, honest behind-the-scenes episode filled with sibling banter, big ambitions and plenty of laughs.

🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨

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