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
E235｜Going after a dream you’ve buried for 25 years with Denise Fishburn
There’s a crisis in Fairyland 😰
But never fear because The Wobblies are here to save the day. 😃
These tooth fairies in training are the brainchild of Denise Fishburn and are the realisation of a dream that began 25 years ago.
So we’ve invited Denise onto the podcast to reveal how these super fun characters came to be and how they’re now the foundation for an exciting new business. 🙌🏽
Here’s why you need to tune in
Denise has gone from feeling dissatisfied in a job and a little lost to rediscovering a passion project she’d put on the back burner. Discover how she’s learned to turn her dream into a business, hear the brilliant story of how The Wobblies came to be, and learn what life is like now that Denise has the confidence and skills to take on the world!
Here’s what to listen out for
[03:30] Denise puts herself first.
[05:40] Denise tries to discover what she really wants to do.
[11:08] When a dream you’ve buried for 25 years resurfaces.
[14:26] How you validate an idea.
[15:33] Saying a big hello to The Wobblies.
[18;22] Looking for a sign for the path ahead.
[19:31] Doing Couch to 5K.
[21:10] The hidden benefit of the Business Beyond Social programme.
[22:07] What’s life like now for Denise?
▶️▶️▶️ Look out for The Wooblies launching on Etsy soon, and come and follow in Denise’s footsteps by checking out our training programmes.
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