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Learning Life Lessons from Professional Failure with Jez Wood


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Jez Wood joins Christine to discuss the importance of discussing failure in business. He openly shares his own professional stumble that sparked a journey of self-discovery through therapy, travel, and books like Tim Ferriss' “The 4-Hour Workweek.” Stressing the importance of resilience and embracing failure as part of the entrepreneurial process, Jez also reflects on communicating across languages and cultures when managing a crisis homeless shelter café. Takeaways include breaking negative thought patterns, finding constructive outlets like exercise, and surrounding yourself with positive people. Jez delivers an inspirational message - you can build the life you want if you believe in yourself. 


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ABOUT THE GUEST 

Jez is a public speaker, podcaster and co-founder of Kove Properties, an investment company that has helped its clients acquire over £40 million in property. As well as being a Mentor at Progressive Property, Jez has run a number of small businesses and has 15 years’ experience in project management, fundraising, and marketing, working with the likes of Deloitte, Vodafone and Deutsche Bank. He hosts the “Beyond Failure” podcast, launching in 2023.

Instagram: @jezwood / @koveproperties

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jezwood 


VALUABLE RESOURCES

Mental Health Support Lines: 

Ireland: https://www.mentalhealthireland.ie/get-support/ 

UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/ 

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Hiberno StoriesBy Christine Mullaney