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Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson

Making a career change can be a daunting prospect....but it doesn"t have to be! Why not take inspiration from people who have made big career changes...and are now thriving!? Join us in conversations where we delve deep into their career journeys, the challenges they faced and how they overcame them. If you are inspired to make a career change (no matter how big or small), get in touch, or check out how I can help at www.yescareercoaching.com

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00:37:04

16. Jono Sumner: How I ended up running a purpose-led...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/05/15

When his brother asked him to join the family business in 2010, it took Jono Sumner just one minute to decide that that’s what his next career move would be. Leaving the world of banking behind, he joined his father and brother in running a chemical distribution company. When they sold the business in 2016 due to a decline in his father’s health, Jono took 18 months off, before jumping at the opportunity of starting a brand new, purpose-led business with his brother and best friend. They now run

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00:24:19

15. Michael Rickatson: How I went from Formula1 to...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/04/25

"It got to a point in my life where I thought, 'If I don't do it, it's something I'll always regret'". After 30 years of working in the same industry, Michael Rickatson finally left his job working for Formula 1, took the leap of faith and set up his own coffee business. He ploughed every penny he had into the business and is now reaping the rewards. If you fancy trying Michael's coffee you can order it from www.goldensheepcoffee.co.uk Or if you're lucky

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00:45:01

14. John Spencer William: How I created my career...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/04/18

In this episode I chat to author and mentor John Spencer Williams about his career change, but we also talk about his love for comedy, his incredible support network, his interest in AI and his many "play projects" over the years. You can find out more about John and his work here - https://theideaslab.org/ If you've been inspired to make a career change of your own, check out www.yescareercoaching.com or book a call with Yesim https://calendly.com/yescareercoaching/10mins Follow

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00:33:27

13. Alessandro Ferullo: How I turned my hobby into a...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/04/04

There are so many things I loved about this conversation with Alessandro Ferullo. Covid and the conflict in Ukraine became the catalyst for Alessandro to turn his ‘hobby business’ into his full time occupation. Some of the things we talk about: - His daily practice that helps him to overcome any fears he might have around his business - How the practice of Qigong allowed him to connect with thousands of people around the world and - How he has become clear about and lives by his values - How

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00:38:45

12. Danny Matthews: How I rediscovered my childhood...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/03/30

Danny turned his back on a lucrative, yet highly stressful career when he collapsed in the middle of London, and was hit with the realisation that something had to change. His wife reminding him that he'd dreamt of being a graphic designer as a child, was the beginning of a brand new chapter for Danny. Find out more about Danny - https://shortstoryventures.com/ You can listen to Ken Robinson's Ted Talk about creativity here

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00:33:34

11. Sarah Veal: How I quit Sales and got into...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/03/24

After a long and successful career in Sales in the gift industry, Sarah left her job and after much soul searching landed a job she now loves. In this candid conversation we talk about the obstacles she had to overcome during her career change, to ultimately land her new role as Philanthropy Manager at a national charity. She also talks about her support network, how she kept a positive attitude despite the setbacks she experienced. If you've been inspired to make a career change of your

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00:42:55

10. Hannah Hollowood: How I started a side hustle to...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/03/15

Unsure of whether she'd ever be able to fly again, airline pilot Hannah made a big career change during Covid lockdown. Not one to sit around twiddling her thumbs, she underwent training in massage therapy and set up her own massage therapy business, in her home. Now that she's flying again, she continues to run her business around her roster, and feels she has the best of both worlds. We also ended up talking about motherhood, role modelling, imposter syndrome and about what gives her a

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00:33:21

9. Louise Griffiths: How perimenopause led me down a...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/03/07

"Leaving a job you love is really hard, when actually you don't want to" Louise was enjoying her successful career as Head of HR, until she started to experience anxiety due to perimenopause. Despite the fact that work had always been important to her, she found she became fearful of everything and couldn't work anymore. Reluctantly she ended up leaving her job. She is now a menopause coach focusing on creating and maintaining a calm menopause journey, looking at both lifestyle

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00:32:13

8. Jen Le Marinel: How my burnout led to a positive...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/02/16

"I'd built myself a beautiful cage" This is how Jen Le Marinel describes her life, when it looked just perfect to everyone but her. Around 6 years ago, while working for a big wealth management company, she experienced burnout & depression, which led her to re-evaluate everything and carve out a completely new career path for herself. You can find out more about Jen and her fabulous work here: https://wildfirewalks.com www.facebook.com/wildfirewalks If you've been

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00:32:15

7. Dave King: How I turned my passion into a business

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/02/14

"Don't doubt yourself, embrace the change and be flexible!" When Dave was made redundant after 26 years in the print trade, he skipped across the car park. He went on to turn his passion for stone into not one, but two businesses. He now does dry stone walling across the Cotswolds, and is a creative stone carver, producing commissions and running courses from his studio near Cirencester. Listen to our conversation to find out how Dave found new talents he never even knew he had in

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00:33:42

6. Koj: How Masterchef completely changed my career...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/02/02

In this episode I talk to Koj about his experience of being a Masterchef finalist, and how that catapulted him into a career which is aligned with his passion for cooking. Turning his back on the corporate world 10 years ago, the proud father of 3 has gone on to open his own restaurant, become a published author, run pop-up dining events and cook for the rich & famous....amongst other things. For more information about Koj - https://www.chefkoj.com/https://www.instagram.com/chefkoj/ If

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00:22:28

4. Libby Reardon: How I went from banker to...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2023/01/13

Lib had a successful, international career in banking. However, when she had her second child and took time to reflect, she felt that her career was "meaningless". She went on to do a law degree, and her hard work and passion has led her to a career she absolutely loves. Lib now runs her own family law practice - https://thesettlementcentre.com.au/ and is a Senior Advisor at http://www.proximity.com.au Want to make a make a career change too? Book a call with Yesim now to find out how she

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00:17:55

5. Nik Kieboom: How I left my teaching career to...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2022/12/16

"I'm braver than I thought I was" 3 years ago Nik realised that his passion for teaching was starting to wane, and after 13 years as a primary school teacher, he made the bold move of quitting his job to start his own landscaping business. In this episode he shares with us how he made the transition, the challenges he overcame in the process, and his words of wisdom to anyone else who is looking to make similar changes to their life. You can read more about Nik's landscaping

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00:27:15

3. Richard Simmonds: How I went from Managing...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2022/12/13

Well meaning friends and family told Rich he was being crazy when he decided to give up his well-paid job as Managing Director of a logistics company. In this episode Rich talks candidly about the hurdles he had to overcome to pursue his dream of spending more time with the people who matter most to him, and follow his passion for property investment and development. An avid listener of the Property Podcast, Rich has gone on to build a property portfolio that supports his new lifestyle. Proving

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00:33:43

2. Laura Gelder-Roberston: How I found purpose in my...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2022/12/13

A couple of years ago Laura had a big 'aha' moment, which led to her completely rethinking the direction she wanted her career to take. Being furloughed during the Covid lockdown from her role as Strategic Director for an Innovation Consultancy, gave her the time to reassess her priorities and decide she really wanted to leave a legacy. She now ploughs her time and boundless energy into helping businesses (and individuals) become much more aware of climate change and the effectthey have on the

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00:25:25

1. Susanne Mogensen: How I said goodbye to my...

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2022/12/03

Susanne worked for the same multinational for 14 years, climbed the ladder and had a great career. But after 14 years she felt it was time for a change. Not knowing exactly what she wanted to do led her on a journey of self-discovery. Here she shares with me what that journey looked like, the challenges she faced, how she overcame them and how she ultimately ended up teaching at a local college...and loving it! If you've been inspired to explore a career change of your own, check out my group &

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Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson (Trailer)

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson ·

2022/11/25

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