A podcast designed to help you create a life that not only looks good from the outside but feels good from the inside. Hosted by Dr Katie Stirling, a Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Therapist. Join each week for conversations with experts, thought leaders and every day inspirational people. Call me Katie is your space to be inspired, develop new insights and learn the tools and strategies you need to create the life and relationship you want.
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Welcome to The Lifestyle CEO. A community designed for women looking to take life into their own hands and redefine what success looks like for them. Join Katie, a clinical psychologist and couples therapist passionate about connecting you with the tools you need to create the life and relationship you want, and Christina a marketing and business expert who has built her life around giving herself and those around her the ability to choose what their lifestyle looks like for them. Together, ...
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DE-ESCALATE CONFLICT. How your nervous system impacts your relationship and what to do about it w Certified Gottman Couples Therapist, Dr Katie Stirling
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22:51When your nervous system is activated, your fight flight freeze response significantly shapes the way you communicate in your relationship. Learn about the concept of emotional flooding and discover how it may be influencing your relationships! Did you know that your nervous system plays a crucial role in shaping your interactions with others? From…
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Boardroom to Behavior Patterns: Why Adult Behavior Makes Sense When You Know the Context with Chelsea Troutman, Behavior Analyst
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36:16Why do we shut down in meetings, overreact to emails, or spiral after feedback? In this episode, I’m joined by Behavior Analyst Chelsea Troutman to explore how our past experiences and the current context shape present behaviour — especially in high-pressure environments like the workplace. We unpack how: Adult behaviour isn’t random Early experien…
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Raising Body Confident Kids in Today's Digital Age w Dr Charlotte Ord
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27:01Learn how to support your kids to love their body, by learning how to love yours. In this podcast episode, Dr Charlotte Ord- author of Body Confident You, Body Confident Kid shares 7 essential steps to break free from societies body image pressures! This podcast highlights the societal impacts of weight stigma on health and the importance of foster…
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Love Your BODY w Dr Charlotte Ord, Counselling Psychologist & Former Biggest Loser Trainer
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26:35In this Episode, Dr. Charlotte Ord shares her transformative journey from being a gym owner and trainer on 'The Biggest Loser' to becoming a psychologist specializing in eating disorders and body image. She discusses the importance of self-acceptance over societal ideals of beauty, the prevalence of body dissatisfaction, how to increase self esteem…
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Increasing S3xual Desire with Clinical S3xologist & Lifestyle Doctor Dr. Lisa Thomas-Emrus
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1:05:33In this episode, Dr. Lisa Thomas-Emrus and Dr. Katie discuss the intersection of lifestyle medicine and s3xual wellness, emphasizing the importance of s3xual health and s#x positivity in overall well-being. We explore the prevalence of low libido, the impact of life transitions, and the various factors contributing to low s3xual desire in both men …
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The Rise of ADHD in Women: Relationship Impact with Clinical Psychologist & Associate Professor, Dr Thea Gallagher.
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58:24Since the pandemic we have seen an increase in women presenting with symptoms of ADHD. Is this a new phenomenon or is there another reason why this is happening now? The reality may surprise you. In this episode we explore the difference between ADHD in men and women, why women are seeking ADHD diagnosis later in life, and how to successfully navig…
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Attached: Building SECURE Attachment Relationships with Dr. Morgan Anderson
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51:01In this relationship podcast episode Clinical Psychologist and Attachment Expert Dr. Morgan unpacks the different attachment styles including the rise of avoidant attachment in modern society, how you can heal from relational trauma and how to build healthy securely attached relationships. We discuss the impact of social media on emotional connecti…
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Take Charge of Your Health: Understanding Epigenetics #podcast #healthpodcast
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38:16Unlock the secrets of your genetic code! In this episode, we delve into the world of epigenetics, where environmental factors and lifestyle choices can switch genes on or off, influencing your thoughts, behaviors and even your health. From the food you eat to the way you process emotions, discover how epigenetics holds the key to understanding what…
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The Hidden Connection Between Your Emotions & Physical Health I Dr Olivia Lesslar
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42:09:00Did you know that your emotions can have a profound impact on your physical health? In this health podcast episode, we dive into the fascinating world of psychoneuroimmunology, exploring the intricate mind-body connection and how it impacts your overall health and wellbeing. This week’s guest Dr Olivia Lesslar is a psychoneuroimmunologist, function…
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How to Manifest Love w Relationship Expert Jaime Bronstein
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45:28Jaime Bronstein, named by Yahoo Finance as the #1 relationship coach transforming lives, joins me to share her best tips on how to manifest love. With over 20 years of experience, Jaime is a therapist, coach, and host of Love Talk Live on LA Talk Radio. She’s appeared on KTLA, ABC, NBC, and CBS News and numerous relationship podcasts sharing her ex…
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The Death of Traditional Networking | Why Gen Z & Millennials Are Doing It Differently
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27:12Send us a text Tired of forced networking events and meaningless business card exchanges? Learn why authentic connections are replacing traditional networking, and how the post-pandemic world is reshaping the way we build meaningful relationships - both personally and professionally. In this episode, we dive deep into: Why Gen Z craves face-to-face…
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Self-Care for Busy Entrepreneurs | Why Traditional Wellness Tips Aren't Working For You
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28:11Send us a text Tired of cookie-cutter self-care advice that doesn't fit your busy life? In this episode of The Lifestyle CEO Podcast, Katie (Clinical Psychologist) and Christina (Marketing Expert) break down why traditional self-care advice often fails entrepreneurs and share realistic alternatives that actually work. Listen to: Why meditation isn'…
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How to Be Present as a Busy Entrepreneur | Work-Life Balance Tips for Freelancers
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34:28Send us a text Discover how to achieve true presence and work-life balance as a busy entrepreneur or freelancer. In this episode of The Lifestyle CEO, Katie (Clinical Psychologist) and Christina (Marketing Expert) share their personal strategies for staying present an in the moment while juggling business and family life. Key topics covered: Creati…
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Why Return to Office Mandates Are Failing Women | The Hidden Cost of 9-5 Culture
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29:25Send us a text As companies push for return-to-office mandates, Clinical Psychologist Katie and Marketing Expert Christina expose the real impact on women's careers and mental wellbeing. In this episode, we dive deep into: The true cost of inflexible work policies on women Why carrying the mental load makes workplace transitions harder How traditio…
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Why January Goal Setting Doesn't Always Work | A Fresh Approach to Planning Your 2025
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33:49Send us a text Feeling behind on your 2025 goals already? Clinical Psychologist Katie and Marketing Expert Christina reveal why forcing yourself to plan your entire year in January might be setting you up for failure. In this episode, we're challenging the "New Year, New Me" pressure and sharing a more intentional approach to goal setting, includin…
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Send us a text Join Katie and Christina as we juggle the chaos of our lives while tackling a topic that hits home for many women, the myth of multitasking. We admit to falling into the trap of cramming too much into tiny windows of time, despite knowing it’s a futile effort. Inspired by a mindfulness program infused with dialectic behaviour therapy…
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Redefining Success: Embracing Authenticity and Community in Personal Growth
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25:46Send us a text Today’s episode dives deep into the importance of defining success on your own terms, highlighting how personal happiness and societal expectations intertwine. It explores the chaos of life choices, the value of connections, and the continuous journey of self-discovery and redefining success. • The subjective nature of success • Navi…
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Stop Setting Aggressive Boundaries | The Truth About Getting Your Needs Met
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36:05Send us a text "Just set boundaries!" - but what if social media's aggressive approach to boundaries is actually sabotaging your relationships? Join Clinical Psychologist Katie and Marketing Expert Christina as they flip the script on modern boundary culture. Drawing from their expertise in therapy and business, they reveal why the trending "my way…
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How to Actually Enjoy the Holidays | Stop Overwhelming Yourself with Perfect Christmas Plans
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21:39Send us a text Feeling the pressure to create the perfect holiday season? Clinical Psychologist Katie and Marketing Expert Christina reveal why trying to do it all might be stealing your joy. Living abroad or running a business adds an extra layer of complexity to holiday planning. In this honest conversation, we're breaking down how to create a se…
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Success Isn't What You Think It Is | Why Western Culture Has It Wrong About Money & Happiness
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34:48Send us a text In this raw and honest episode, we're diving deep into how moving to Bali completely transformed our view of success. Coming from London's marketing world and Australia's clinical practice, we thought we knew what "making it" looked like. But witnessing a culture where ceremonies matter more than overtime and family time trumps finan…
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Stop Dreading Networking: How to Build Real Connections
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28:18Send us a text Tired of forced networking and superficial small talk? Join Clinical Psychologist Katie and Marketing Expert Christina as they dive into what meaningful connection really looks like in both business and life. Discover: Why traditional networking events often miss the mark The power of authentic conversations over elevator pitches How…
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The Art of Slowing Down | Why Rest Makes You More Successful
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18:40Send us a text Ever feel guilty for taking a break? In this candid conversation, Katie and Christina challenge the "always-on" culture and reveal why rest isn't just important, it's strategic for success. Learn more about: Why high-achieving women struggle to slow down The hidden cost of constant productivity How to plan meaningful breaks without g…
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Social Media Success Without Faking It: Finding Your Authentic Voice Online
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26:43Send us a text Join Katie (Clinical Psychologist) and Christina (Marketing Expert) as they dive deep into the challenges of navigating social media as business owners. In this candid conversation, they discuss: Finding your authentic voice on social media Overcoming imposter syndrome as experienced professionals The balance between expertise and re…
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Reintroducing The Lifestyle CEO: Meet Katie & Christina
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54:58Send us a text Welcome to this new season of The Lifestyle CEO! We're Katie & Christina, and for our first episode in this new season, our conversation happened exactly how we wanted it to – authentic, unfiltered, and real. From how we met to our deeper discussions about breaking free from the "busy addiction," this episode sets the foundation for …
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Monk Mode - This Is What It Takes To Win In 2023!
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33:20Send us a text Right guys - it's nearly the end of March and we know you're all feeling a bit sluggish when it comes to that motivation needed to hit your goals for the year. Gone is the January motivation, we're almost at the end of Q1 and we get it, things get busy, life gets in the way, other things come up. But we also know you're a go getter, …
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How deleting social media changed our life – the true affects scrolling is having on you daily life
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34:47Send us a text How much is social media affecting your daily life? Do you get stuck in a scroll hole and eventually re-surface feeling overwhelmed, deflated and confused? Us too – so this month we decided to delete our social media’s (yes all of them) to see what changes it caused on our mindset and general wellbeing. And the results, after only on…
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Business strategies, hiring a team and when to get lawyers involved - listeners questions answered!
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33:50Send us a text This week we are doing things slightly different and answering questions sent to us by previous interviewee and avid listener, Ian - founder of CBDiablo! Ian has sent us in some really interesting, if not slightly tricky questions that we are answering based on our varied experience over the years. These questions range from how to b…
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Overcoming imposter syndrome and living your best life
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33:24Send us a text Welcome back to this week’s episode of the corporate dropouts! This week we are revisiting a topic that we have covered previously, but with new wisdom and learnings gained since the previous episode two years ago! That’s right - we are talking, Imposter syndrome! Aka lack of self confidence, fear of being unworthy/undeserving, scare…
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The Books That Changed by Life in 2022, pt 2
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25:51Send us a text In this week's solo episode, hosted by TLC's other avid reader, Ellie, I discuss the 5 books that made a significant impact on my year. I have always liked reading but got massively more into in 2022. So in this podcast I discuss the top books I read that “changed my life,” here they are: 1. The Law of Attraction by Jerry and Esther …
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Heading into 2023 - what we learnt in 2022 and why we will be taking it into the New Year!
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34:45Send us a text A lot of people go running head first into the new year - ‘new year, new me’ and all. But often, by forgetting to look back at the year just gone we lose touch with a lot of vital lessons - both positive and negative - that we should be taking into next year. Reflecting on the year past is a great exercise to do during the last few d…
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Send us a text In this week's solo episode, hosted by TLC's avid reader Christina, she discusses the 3 books that have changed her life in 2022 which she would recommend to anyone who asks. As always, personal development books frequent the list but other hobby based books also get a look in this year as Christina discusses the burn out you can fee…
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The Simple Hack for Achieving All Your Goals in 2023
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36:09Send us a text The Simple Hack for Achieving all your goals in 2023 It’s almost 2023 – here’s the most simple way to actually feel successful next year! Guess what – here’s another podcast that is talking about hitting your goals in 2023. But we do things differently at The Corporate Dropouts! And both of us achieved all our goals in 2022, so we ha…
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Hitting a plateau with your goals? It’s time to look inwards and do the shadow work to look for blockers | S3E5
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36:17Send us a text Welcome back to series 3!! This week we want to talk about shadow work! Now, if you don't know what this is, that's okay. Shadow work is almost like self therapy. It's getting really honest with yourself and addressing the blocks you are feeling that are stopping you from levelling up. Do you feel like you've hit a plateau in life? E…
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Finding a perfect routine for optimum productivity, finding a balance and keeping yourself accountable | S3 E4
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39:48Send us a text Welcome back to series 3, and this time you can watch us in action, as well as listen to us waffle on, as per. This week we have ditched the wine (can't handle the hangovers) and discuss how we are finding our perfect routine for optimum productivity. We find being out if a routine really triggers our anxiety and makes working produc…
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How to manage the ebs and flows of life, our new ways to deal with anxiety and tracking out cycles | EP3 S3
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38:57Send us a text Welcome back to series 3, and this time you can watch us in action on YouTube, as well as listen to us waffle on, as per. This week we have a glass of wine and chin-wag about our ways to deal with anxiety. We found our anxiety creeps up when we feel less busy, and less "distracted" (dont worry, we are in therapy). We know this is pro…
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Crystals for business, goal reflections, and difficult clients | The Corporate Dropouts | S3 EP2
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41:29Send us a text Welcome back to series 3, and this time you can watch us in action, as well as listen to us waffle on as per, over a glass of wine (of course). This week we chat about the week we have had since our last ep. This includes a deep dive crystals have changed our lives! After reading Positively Wealthy by Emma Mumford, we went on a cryst…
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Law of Attraction, Fitness Goals and Not Feeling Burnt Out | The Corporate Dropouts Podcast | S3 EP1
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39:12Send us a text Welcome back to series 3, and this time you can watch us in action, as well as listen to us waffle on as per, over a glass of wine (of course). This week we have a MAJOR catchup about what the last year has looked like for us, from discovering The Law of Attraction, to our parents getting divorced (after 35 years together), to messy …
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University degrees, product business and creating an effective business plan - Season finale interview with Ellie Gough (the other half of The Lifestyle CEO & The Corporate Dropouts)
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41:33Send us a text In the series finale we interview Ellie (the other half of the Corporate Dropouts) who is right in the throws of setting up her lingerie line, Untold Story. Setting up a product business, especially in the fashion industry, is no mean feat and it's incredible to hear about Ellie's journey so far and everything she's faced. Ellie is a…
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Motherhood, Mindset and the Life of a Corporate Dropout - Interview with Christina Gough (one half of The Corporate Dropouts & Lifestyle CEO)
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41:42Send us a text As we start rounding up this season of The Corporate Dropouts we wanted to put the two most well known Corporate Dropouts, our hosts Christina and Ellie. This week we are putting Christina on the other side of the microphone and discussing her journey so far. Christina started her first business Formation Marketing 5 years ago, growi…
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Do you need a degree to become an entrepreneur? Interview with Millie Talbot, Coira Ltd
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55:09Send us a text Depending on what school you went to, and your parents perspective on it, getting a degree can be an assumed right of passage for many. But for some, choosing to go straight into work can seem like the preferred option - although this doesn't always go down well. For our interview with Millie, we start right at the beginning of her c…
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How specific should you go in your niche? How to attract an investor? How to find a community and support group? So many questions answered by Lily of Reform the Fold & Andy of Captivate Group
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50:07Send us a text Welcome back to the Corporate Dropouts! On this week’s episode we have not one but TWO amazing guests in conversation with us. This one is interesting as we have both the entrepreneur and the investor on – so we are getting two sides of the coin told on one juicy episode. Let us tell you more…. So Lily – a digital marketing guru who …
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Is manifesting our future goals really something we should be doing? Interview with Ashlie Lisanne, Founder of The Harmony Army
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42:58Send us a text Ok guys, the subject of manifestation. chakras and human design is something Ellie and Christina have got quite interested in during the last few years - however, we are quite aware that this may be something that is more understood in the US rather than the UK and so we wanted to get an expert onto the podcast to discuss what it is,…
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Reinventing an industry and taking control of your wealth - Interview with Christina Christoforou - Money expert and CFO
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55:21Send us a text On this week's episode we are interviewing virtual CFO and finance QUEEN Christina Christoforou. Christina has worked in finance for 20 years and is a UK qualified accountant, and now helps online business and service providers scale their business with more profit and cash in the bank. Finance is typically a word we as business owne…
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This is a man's world - Interview with Anika of Aurea Search on working in a male dominated industry, becoming an accidental entrepreneur and the lessons from a B2B business
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37:18Send us a text This week we are chatting to Anika, Founder of Aurea Search. Anika is very much a woman in a mans world, but has she let that stop her - hell no!! She dominates this industry, and the conversation telling her stories of start up woes (she has had a fair few legal issues on the way), explaining how her feminine energy has helped make …
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Corporate vs Dropout life, Start Up vs Acquisitions - Interview with Alistair Gough, our most seasoned corporate and dropout guest
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41:17Send us a text On this week's episode we are interviewing our own father, the man to thank for the entrepreneurial spirit we benefit from (although our mother is equally entrepreneurial minded herself). Alistair, who now runs £40m business Ocee International (which he took overin 12 years ago when it was turning over just £4m), also had an incredib…
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Running a side hustle and day job alongside each other - Interview with Freya of Gather and Graze
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30:54Send us a text Welcome to this episode of The Corporate Dropouts. This week we are speaking to Freya who has created a very successful side hustle, Gather and Graze, and is planning to keep is as that – a side hustle. She also works at an advertising firm and loves having the variety of both to be able to keep her creative juices flowing. §Unlike m…
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Breaking the mould – is going straight from university to starting up on your own a blessing or a curse? Lessons from Posie Lingerie founder on why she avoided corporate life altogether and how it’s affected ...
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32:00Send us a text Breaking the mould – is going straight from university to starting up on your own a blessing or a curse? Lessons from Posie Lingerie founder on why she avoided corporate life altogether and how it’s affected her journey – good and bad. We have broken the mould with this one – our latest interview – with Posie, founder of Posie Linger…
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Cannabis and the importance of being truly authentic when building a product business – interview with Ian and Sam from CBDiablo
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58:38Send us a text Cannabis – an industry that has truly exploded in the last 2 years, and it has been suggested that the market for it could surpass the £2billion mark by 2024. Succeeding in this type of market is certainly not without its challenges, especially in the UK which still stops CBD businesses from promoting their products on social channel…
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Is every passion a profit maker? And other lessons learned from a seasoned entrepreneur. Interview with Kate Bennett of Maid Green & A Clean Education
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35:16Send us a text We are back baby! Season 2 has officially began and this season we are so excited to be focussing purely on interviewing those in the driving seat of their careers, who have taken the leap and created their ideal life by dropping out of corporate life and starting their own business. Our first guest for Episode 1 is Kate Bennett, of …
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Episode 15 - Wine Time - What to do when you fall out of your routine
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39:55Send us a text Another chit chat over some wine, as you get to know us a bit better while we discuss what happens when we fall off our 'bandwagon' - essentially out of our routine, which stops us performing at our best. I'm sure you can all relate. You know what a perfect day looks, and feels, like - but sometimes, it can all just get thrown off fo…
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