In this fascinating chat, Jo catches up with Helen to explore how her ceramics business has transitioned and blossomed in a year.  Helen had reached the decision that she loved teaching but not in schools, and took her passion for ceramics to create workshops for the community. Helen shares how she has used her transferrable teaching skills to help this business grow.

In this episode, we also explore:
- Developing a business pathway using your creative passion.
- Understanding the journey of being self employed.
- Finding windows of opportunities.
- Developing your own networks and connections.
- Understanding the different emotions you encounter on the journey.
- Helen's future dreams and ideas.

As Helen says:
"You can make your dreams come true!"


Links and resources:
Have a look at Helen's beautiful ceramics and  the workshops she has coming up by exploring her:
Instagram
Facebook
Website.

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