In this weeks episode Ildiko welcomes Sally Cope, a former teacher who made a remarkable career transition to become a property investor and business mentor at the age of 62. Sally shares her journey of supporting her husband through a challenging redundancy and how their foray into property led her to discover her passion for helping others thrive in their own business ventures. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Empowerment in Self-Employment: Being self-employed brings a sense of empowerment and responsibility, as individuals are accountable for their own income and business decisions, which can be both motivating and challenging.
• Importance of Support Networks: Establishing a strong support network is crucial for new businesses. Key roles include having an accountant to manage finances, tech support for website and online presence, and administrative help to streamline operations.
• Coaching vs. Mentoring: There is a distinct difference between coaching and mentoring. Coaching focuses on enabling individuals to discover their own solutions and strengths, while mentoring often involves imparting knowledge and guidance based on experience.
• Value of Lifelong Learning: Continuous personal development is essential for staying relevant in business. Engaging with diverse individuals and networking helps to keep knowledge fresh and encourages adaptability to new trends and technologies.
• Understanding Individual Needs: Recognizing and addressing the unique needs of clients is vital. Tailoring approaches based on their experiences and learning styles can significantly enhance their growth and confidence in their business journey.

BEST MOMENTS
Sally: "If I can do it, anyone can. I'm using my personal and business experiences to guide others who feel stuck or unsure about their business journey."

Ildiko: "Do you think you naturally went into coaching because you had the teaching background? Or is this something you consider quite different?"

Sally: "You need an accountant. It costs more not to have one."

HOST BIO

Ildikó Sealey is the creator and host of New Business in Later Life, the podcast that shares inspiring stories of people starting businesses over 50 — and thriving. 

A Routine Mentor, Networking Host, and entrepreneur herself, she brings both passion and practical wisdom to the mic.

Known as the “Routine Queen” of self-care, Ildikó prioritises her physical, mental, spiritual, and intellectual wellbeing as the foundation for her growing businesses and she teaches others to do the same: be the #1 powerhouse behind their business.

Seeing a gap in the local networking scene in Plymouth, Ildikó started co-hosting Property & Business Network in March 2024, connecting ambitious business owners across Devon and Cornwall. She and her husband have also been involved in the property space since 2019, revitalising tired homes into modern, comfortable places to live.

With a rich background spanning administration, social housing, art and design, education, business and mindset, Ildikó is passionate about empowering her fellow Encorepreneurs — those choosing to build something new in the second half of life. 

Through her podcast, events and mentoring, she proves that it’s never too late to start again—and succeed.

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