Sparkle and Thrive
Joy Foster is an award-winning entrepreneur who helps women upskill with modern technology in order to return to work, change careers or start a business. Most recently she was recognised by Grant Thornton as one of the 100 Faces of the Vibrant Economy 2018, she was awarded Startup Director of the Year for London and the South by the Institute of Directors (May 2018). She was the only Startup female finalist in the national IoD awards (Oct 2018). Her business, TechPixies was named Women in Business Startup of the Year 2018 and Enterprise Nation Female Startup of the Year 2017. Joy and her company have recently been profiled in Forbes for raising £150,000 and Stella for breaking down barriers for women wanting to re-ignite their careers and in April 2019, TechNation has named TechPixies ‘one to watch’ in the EdTech space.
Sparkle and Thrive
E256｜Career Interrupted: What does it take to be your own boss?
"Wear the shoes, buy the tickets, do the stuff, make the memories."
This isn't just a catchy mantra for Michelle Betts – it’s the philosophy that has carried her through life’s biggest decisions, including two major career breaks.
Following a decade at the same company, Michelle dared to take the leap and start her own social media consultancy.
And after being named ‘The Most Influential Woman on Social Media in the UK’, she’s proof that bold moves can lead to incredible success.
🎧 Why you should tune in
If you’re dreaming of becoming your own boss but can’t seem to find the courage to hit "send" on that resignation letter, Michelle’s story is exactly the inspiration you need. She opens up about the fears she’s faced, how she overcame them, and the unexpected moments – such as a celebrity encounter – that have fueled her journey.
What to listen out for:
Here’s what to listen out for:
[03:01] What’s the greatest fear around taking a career break?
[05:30] Michelle’s social media successes and Zoopla’s Property Power 100 List.
[08:10] How Michelle started her social media consultancy.
[11:04] What fears and doubts arise when starting a business and how do you overcome them?
[14:26] Hear about a celebrity meet-up and how it inspired Michelle’s novel.
[16:09] Why Michelle called her business By Jove Media.
[17:31] The motto Michelle lives by.
Could social media open the door to a flexible career you’ve been looking for? If you want to strike out on your own, Michelle’s story is for you.
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