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Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#103 - Michael Fritzius of DevOps explains how getting out of his comfort zone enabled him to start his own business and how he balances multiple projects simultaneously.What you'll learn[01:29] Michael introduces Arch DevOps and explains what they do.[03:06] Michael talks about how he got involved in technology.[04:33] Michael explains his career background.[06:27] Why Michael wanted to get out of his comfort zone.[08:28] Why you should get out of your comfort zone.[10:48] Michael explains why he started thinking about being a business owner.[15:14] Michael talks about how being laid off prompted him to start his business.[21:45] The differences between contracting and working for yourself.[24:49] Where Michael sourced information and advice when starting his own business.[26:43] Thinking about scaling within your own business.[28:24] Why you need adaptability when you have your own business.[32:06] Michael explains scaling up in his own business model.[34:10] How Michael’s focuses within his business have developed and evolved.[36:20] Michael explains his podcasts and the topics they focus on.[39:50] Michael explains the five-year plan in relation to his business.[41:54] How to work effectively on multiple projects at once.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):UdemyThe E-myth Revisited, Michael GerberFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/why-you-should-get-out-of-your-comfort-zone/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#102 - Dionne Williams of Get Set Go discusses how you can manage your emotions by differentiating feelings and thoughts and explains how you can put this into practice in all aspects of your life.What you'll learn[01:24] Dionne describes her ideal client.[02:37] Dionne talks about her professional background and what led her to work in the banking industry.[06:21] Dionne discusses how she felt when she was made redundant.[09:30] How to deal with freedom of choice.[12:48] Defining what “mindset” means and discussing the limitations of the term.[15:10] How emotions link to thoughts.[18:44] How we are controlled by how we feel.[20:22] Understanding how you feel so you can elevate yourself to empowerment.[24:36] Figuring out your feelings to build your confidence.[28:06] Distinguishing between your emotional response and the voice in your head.[30:31] Looking at external sources and how they can trigger responses.[33:34] How to allow yourself to feel your feelings to understand yourself.[35:55] Questioning why you can be emotionally triggered.[39:07] How to start looking within yourself to unpick and remove your triggers.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):A New Earth, Eckhart TolleThe Power of Now, Eckhart TollePractising the Power of Now, Eckhart TolleFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-stop-feeling-angry-at-work/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#101 - Elinor Moshe explains what it means to be a thought-leader, how you can become one and what a career as a thought-leader looks like.What you'll learn[01:32] Elinor explains what The Construction Coach is.[02:57] Elinor walks through how she became involved in the construction industry.[04:12] Identifying the need for a coach within the construction industry.[06:52] Understanding that there are more options than just one career path.[08:20] Defining a ‘thought-leader’.[11:07] Discussing the drivers to becoming a thought-leader.[14:14] What qualities do you need to become a thought-leader.[17:17] How to know when you have an idea that will resonate with an audience.[18:46] How to monitor and assess your progress.[21:36] Correctly setting your expectations to be in line with seeing results.[22:37] Adapting your content over time to suit your audience.[24:29] Creating the business plan behind becoming a thought-leader.[26:40] How to use your content to create income streams.[28:35] Spending time on your brand to see what resonates with people before launching a podcast, a programme or a book.[30:31] Taking risks to further your authority positioning.[33:39] Questioning yourself and reflecting on your values to get started in becoming a thought-leader.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):Ron MalhotraFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/a-career-as-a-thought-leader/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#100 - Jeremy Cline of the Change Work Life podcast talks to guest interviewer Brendan Schneider about the lessons he has learnt from 100 episodes of the show, his reasons for starting the podcast and his future plans.What you'll learn[01:57] Jeremy explains what led him to want to start a podcast.[06:45] Jeremy talks through how he started the podcast.[11:20] Jeremy discusses his goals and expectations when starting the podcast.[12:09] Finding and building your audience when starting a business.[13:25] Looking at where an initial project can take you.[14:40] Jeremy talks about his part-time role alongside the podcast.[16:57] Jeremy discusses how he approached his employer to reduce his hours and how he manages the workload.[20:17] Jeremy talks about what he enjoys most about doing the podcasts.[22:04] Jeremy reveals his favourite interviews.[26:53] Jeremy explains what he has learnt about himself during his podcasts journey.[29:20] Why your career options aren’t limited by your previous education and experience.[30:11] The importance of building relationships and how networking doesn’t have to be daunting.[32:03] Why it’s worth trying things out and exploring your ideas.[33:04] The value of coaching and being accountable.[34:30] What’s next for Jeremy and Change Work Life.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):The Property PodcastRich Dad, Poor Dad, Robert T KiyosakiUnscripted, MJ De Marco (also check out The Millionaire Fastlane by the same author)John Lee Dumas Entrepreneurs on FireFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/what-ive-learnt-from-100-episodes-of-the-change-work-life-podcast/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#099 - During the Covid pandemic, Jeff Seckendorf has focused on making a positive impact on those that need it most. He explains how he spotted an opportunity to create the community Parkinson’s sufferers so badly needed during the pandemic.What you'll learn[1:33]  The benefits of working as a freelancer instead of as an employee.[2:53] How Jeff got into the film industry and why he decided to leave the industry.[5:48] How Jeff got involved in the scuba diving world.[7:21] What Jeff misses about working in the film industry.[8:06] Spotting common threads in your career - how Jeff became interested in coaching and mentoring.[11:27] The difference Jeff’s scuba coaching has to a normal PADI qualification.[14:21] How Jeff got involved with the Parkinson’s community.[18:50] How Jeff spotted the opportunity to help Parkinson’s patients follow a rigorous exercise routine during lockdown.[21:21] The type of coaching Jeff provides for clients with neurological disorders.[28:17] Jeff’s desire to carry on Coach Me Strong after the pandemic passes and the need for structure in training programs.[34:24] How coaches can help you achieve more in life.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):Coach Me StrongFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/covid-stories-opportunity-in-helping-others/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#098 - Bunny Young has been a stuntwoman, a social worker, and a businesswoman.  She tells us how she has let her career flow and evolve as her passions have changed.What you'll learn[1:17] Who Bunny’s typical client is.[2:08] How people identify that they need support to fulfill their purpose.[3:48] How people find Bunny and the service she offers.[5:14] How Bunny became a stuntwoman and the type of scenes she worked on.[8:27] Why Bunny changed career to doing social service work.[12:04] How Bunny came across the opportunity to work with children.[14:10] The type of work Bunny was doing with vulnerable children and how this experience helped her in future job roles.[19:24] How people reacted to Bunny starting her own company.[22:57] The freedoms you find when working for yourself.[26:44] How to start reducing the amount of time you trade for money.[34:08] The next goals Bunny has for her business.[36:38] The resources Bunny found most useful.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):The Untethered Soul, Michael A. SingerThe Four Hour Work Week, Tim FerrisFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-let-your-career-evolve-to-find-your-purpose/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#097 - Kerry Parkin explains how, having been made unexpectedly redundant as a result of the Covid pandemic, she took the opportunity she’d been waiting for to start her own business.What you'll learn[1:12] What a communication agency does.[2:36] What led Kerry to this career.[4:02] What Kerry enjoys most about her job and what her main drivers are.[5:00] What Kerry’s last marketing job was before Covid hit.[6:34] The extensive traveling Kerry had to do as part of her job pre-Covid.[7:57] What Kerry’s career plans were before the pandemic hit.[8:56] How Kerry’s company responded to the pandemic and the shock of being made redundant.[10:51] Kerry’s immediate reaction to getting made redundant.[13:11]  How to decide what’s next when facing redundancy.[14:38] How spending time with your children can make you reassess your priorities.[16:27] The process of finding your purpose and what’s really important to you.[19:50]  The benefits of working for yourself rather than another organisation.[20:48] Why Kerry hadn’t started her own business in the past.[22:16] How to attract clients when first starting a business. [24:09] The importance of continually reassessing business ventures to see if they’re still working for you.[25:40] Where Kerry would like her business to be in five years.[26:36] The resources that have been most helpful to Kerry.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):Three Feet from Gold, Sharon Lechter, and Greg ReidThe Chimp Paradox, Prof. Steve PetersTruth To Power, Jess PhilipsFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/covid-stories-from-redundancy-to-opportunity/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#096 - Stephanie Geyer had worked in higher education all her career when she was unexpectedly made redundant and left unsure what to do next.  Instead of seeing this as a setback she saw it as an opportunity and started her own consultancy firm helping colleges and universities with their strategic marketing and branding.What you'll learn[1:14] The ways Stephanie helps education providers improve their marketing and brand development.[2:47] How Stephanie found herself working with educational institutions.[3:54] How Stephanie ended up being made redundant from her previous job.[6:04] What it felt like to be made redundant.[7:35] What a DISC assessment is and how Stephanie decided what she wanted to do next.[10:45] How Stephanie thought about buying a franchise.[14:20] Why Stephanie decided to stay working in higher education.[16:13] How Stephanie got the courage to contact others to ask for help.[18:30] The impact calls with old colleagues had on Stephanie.[20:38] The fears Stephanie had to overcome in order to start her own consultancy.[22:29] The most surprising parts of starting your own consultancy firm.[25:03] Where Stephanie sees her business going in the future.[28:46] What Stephanie does when she starts to second-guess herself.[31:34] How Stephanie has built her network of connections in the higher education sector.[35:04] The resources that have most helped Stephanie in becoming a business owner.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):DISC assessmentClubhouseFutureX Tribe on ClubhouseFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/finding-opportunity-through-redundancy/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#095 - Chris Bryant’s well-paid finance job was having a seriously detrimental effect on his mental health.  He explains how the Covid pandemic made him reassess his career and gave him the confidence to start his own pizza business.What you'll learn[1:40] What ‘Lost Nomads Pizza’ is and their business model during the pandemic.[3:36] Chris’s background in finance and banking, and what it was like working in that field.[7:08] The career progression that was available to Chris at his old job.[9:48] Why it’s so difficult to leave a high-paying job.[12:06] What made Chris reassess his priorities and change his lifestyle.[14:36] How counseling helped Chris realise what was causing the problems in his life.[19:20] How Chris ended up quitting his job and started studying online.[21:32] What helped Chris overcome the fear of being unemployed.[24:30] What the first steps of retraining in a new field looked like for Chris.[25:50] The deadline Chris set himself for when he needed to be back making an income.[27:52] How Chris had the idea to start a pizza business.[31:43] How Chris avoided feeling too much pressure starting a hospitality business during the pandemic.[35:39] Chris’s plans for the future of his business.[38:02] The quotes that have most inspired Chris.Resources mentioned in this episode:Reed CoursesUdemyFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/covid-stories-reassessing-your-lifestyle-and-career/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#094 - Katherine Byam suggests how you can enjoy your job whilst having a positive impact on the world by building sustainability into your working life.What you'll learn[01:40] Katherine introduces what she does and what the common theme in her work is.[03:22] Katherine explains her background and why she was drawn to sustainability.[08:09] Defining sustainability and understanding its importance.[11:20] How to start questioning your contribution to sustainability.[14:56] How you can start to make an impact in your organisation.[18:27] Looking at the potential effects of automation on job roles.[21:32] Using case studies to present innovative ideas to your organisation.[25:11] Using employee collaboration to create ideas for diverse social changes.[27:30] Sourcing ideas for what you can do to start making changes.[29:32] How to start looking at new opportunities that align with what’s important to you.[32:16] Building your knowledge to find out where you can make a change.Resources mentioned in this episode:UN 17 Sustainable Development GoalsFrugal Innovation, Navi RadjouMaslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsVestiaire CollectiveThe Circulars AcceleratorBumboo Tree-Free Toilet PaperThe Ink BinSustainable Living Facebook groupSeaspiracyLiving The Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable FutureWWF Footprint CalculatorB Impact AssessmentThe Circular Economy Handbook, Peter Lacy, Jessica Long and Wesley SpinderFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/a-positive-impact-and-building-sustainability-into-your-career/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.