Starting a business and working for yourself is the dream for many people, especially when you are fed up with your current role and need a change. In this episode we are giving you the lowdown on what it really looks like to start and grow a business.

My guest is Liana Wilson-Fricker. She is a California-bred optimist with over 15 years of experience in community building and grassroots marketing. As Founder of The Inspiration Space, Liana connects the dots between aspiring entrepreneurs and the diverse network of mentorship and support that they need to succeed.

Working in collaboration with the University of Winchester Business School and a network of partners, Liana's brand of community management gives people easy access to the content, peer-support, and motivation they need to create a successful business during this technology-driven industrial revolution.

What you will learn:

• How to leverage the experience you already have to get started in business
• The challenges that come with building a business around your young family
• The power of solving a problem through your business
• How to know whether starting a business is right for you

Links and references:

Career Clarity Academy 

The Inspiration Space

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I have been speaking to a lot of female professionals who are feeling stuck in their current roles. I’m hearing them say that they feel bored, frustrated or trapped in the work they do or the environment they work in.

I think it is such a shame that so many people are investing time and energy into things they are not passionate about. This episode is for you if you are seeking a career change. Get ready to learn why most people stay stuck and what they can do about it. 

What you will learn: 

• The number ONE thing you must do before you can make a change 
• The best way to decide on what your next move should be
• How to manage fear so that it doesn't hold you back 

Links and References:

Watch my TEDx talk

Join my free 'Career Change Made Simple' Facebook group 

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In today's episode, we are focusing on a really important topic - Leadership. My guest Sally Page is a leadership expert who focuses on helping parents recognise the leadership and commercial skills they have gained through the transition into parenthood.

What you will learn:

How Sally contributed to growing Audible to the amazing platform that it is today

The interesting career transitions that Sally made despite the sometimes negative opinions of others

Why we need to shift our view of how becoming a parent can impact our careers

The benefits of leveraging your unique perspective in the work that you do

Links & References:

Shownotes: lightboxcoaching.com/episode83

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sally-page/

Website: bravevperfect.com

Blinkist: blinkist.com/

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In today's episode I talk about how move past analysis paralysis and decide whether a role or opportunity is right for you.

I recently accepted a part-time legal role working for a start-up company and I share the process that I went through (which I also use with my coaching clients) to determine whether this opportunity was right for me in this season of life.

If you want to learn more about the Career Fulfilment Framework and how this process can help you gain clarity on the best next step for you, visit lightboxcoaching.com/kickstart.

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In this episode, I speak to Arianna Toboada about a very important topic, maternal health. As mothers, our needs and desires often put on the back burner as we tend to other very important priorities.

Maternal health is important at the beginning of the journey and throughout the various stages of parenting. Arianna shares how she transitioned into her post motherhood career and now helps women manage the demands of working motherhood.

What you will learn:

- How a change in policy lead to Arianna's focus on supporting mums

- A useful tool for finding the right support in motherhood

- Unique struggles that self-employed women face after maternity leave

- Changing the approach to planning to fit in with each stage of life and motherhood.

Links and References:

lightboxcoaching.com/episode81

ariannataboada.com

Instagram @ariannataboada

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In this episode we are going to be diving into the topic of parenting.

I am fascinated by how quickly one phase ends and another starts in the lives of little people.

So it often feels like you are playing catch-up and trying to figure out how best to parent in a particular season.

I interview the amazing parenting coach, Sarah Rosensweet about peaceful parenting. She shares so many gems.

So dive in and learn some practical tips for reducing the meltdowns and improving co-operation.

What you will learn:

- Why traditional parenting techniques don’t always work

- Simple strategies for reconnecting with your child

- The one phrase that can completely shift your mindset about your child’s behavior.

Links and references:

Sarah’s website - sarahrosensweet.com/

Sarah’s Facebook group - facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup/

Sarah’s peaceful parenting membership - sarahrosensweet.com/membership/

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In this episode, we are celebrating the success of Christina Kyriacou who landed 2 amazing job offers in less than 90 days.

Christina who is alumni of my group program, The Career Clarity Academy was committed and dedicated to her career change journey which led to awesome results.

If you are ready to be inspired to move towards your career transition, tune in to the episode.

Enrolment is for the next cohort of The Career Clarity Academy is open until noon on Friday 31 January. Join here - lightboxcoaching.com/academy

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In this episode, I will be sharing more information about The Career Change Bootcamp. This my free online coaching and training experience (running from 20 - 27 January 2020), designed to help people get unstuck and move towards careers that they love.

What you will learn:

- Why I decided to create a free event to support people feeling stuck

- The timing of the events

- Who the bootcamp is for

- Why you should join or invite a friend to join

Links & References:

lightboxcoaching.com/bootcamp

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In this episode, I talk about how you can actually get started with making a career change.

What you will Learn:

- Why you should be spending more time figuring out what you want and why you want it.

- The importance of doing effective research when deciding on your next move.

- The power of work/life integration

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It is January 2020! At the start of the year (and decade) attention often turns to careers and making changes. And rightly so.

If you are at a career crossroads and have been feeling stuck. This episode is for you. I will be sharing what you need to do first so that you can move in the right direction.

What You Will Learn:

> The importance of strategic planning in your life and career

> Why you have been going round and circles and not any making progress

> The power of seeking support in the right places

> The strategies I used to pivot in my career

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Join the FREE Career Change Bootcamp starting on 20 January 2020 - lightboxcoaching.com/bootcamp

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