Career Interrupted
"Career Interrupted" is a powerful and inspiring podcast that shines a light on the remarkable journeys of women who have faced career disruptions and emerged stronger than ever. Each episode features candid conversations with resilient women who have navigated life's unexpected challenges and rebuilt their professional lives.
Our guests share their personal stories of overcoming obstacles such as:
- Redundancy
- Maternity leave
- Perimenopause and menopause
- Illness
- Caregiving for elderly parents
- And everything in between
Through these honest and engaging interviews, listeners gain valuable insights into the strategies, mindsets, and resources that have helped these women reclaim their careers and redefine success on their own terms.
Whether you're currently facing a career interruption or simply seeking inspiration from women who've triumphed over adversity, "Career Interrupted" offers a wealth of wisdom, practical advice, and motivation to help you navigate your own professional journey.
Join us as we celebrate the strength, adaptability, and determination of women who refuse to let life's interruptions define their careers or their worth.
Career Interrupted
E233｜How to pivot your career with Paula Campion Skerry
To paraphrase Reese Witherspoon, who started her hugely successful production company in her 40s, you should bet on yourself because you are your own best lottery ticket. 🎫
This is especially true in a job market as volatile as the British weather right now.
So when TechPixie Paula Campion Skerry came to us and said she was super keen to show her fellow TV execs exactly how to navigate an industry being disrupted by everything from AI to dwindling ad revenues, we knew heaps of peeps would love hearing what she had to say.
So we’ve popped her on the podcast so you can hear her story and pick up a whole bunch of tips on how you can pivot your career. ↪️
Here’s why you need to tune in
Discover how a Success List can help you identify the transferable skills you already have so you can pivot to something new, and learn why a vision is super important when thinking not just about your dream job but the life you’d truly love to live. And don’t miss Joy talking about becoming a pile of goo before you can become something new. 🦋
Here’s what to listen out for:
[01:45] How did Paula get into TV?
[05:08] TV is changing.
[07:06] How do you identify your transferable skills?
[10:00] Why it’s important to have a vision.
[14:39] You will go through the messy middle.
[18:46] Taking action and trusting your intuition.
[21:40] Don’t limit your vision.
[24:11] Be inspired by Reese Witherspoon.
[27:42] Why resilience is key.
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