Repurpose Your Purpose: The Podcast

Conversations about doing work you love and what makes it possible.

Conversations and inspiration about doing work you love and what makes it possible. I invite people from all walks of life and a wide range of experiences to explore anything and everything to inspire you to Repurpose Your Purpose, from inner transformation, to powerful action. repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com

  1. 5d ago

    Episode 39: Work Remotely in Europe with Maya Middlemiss

    For this episode of The Repurpose Your Purpose Podcast I invited Remote Work Europe expert Maya Middlemiss to talk about being location independent and doing work you love. Psst: Remember to like the episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel if you enjoyed this conversation!In this hour-long episode Maya and I covered so many aspects of working remotely, I think you will find more than one insightful and actionable tips to help you achieve your goals and work remotely in Europe. Dive in to hear all about: - Maya's own story of Remote Work in Europe- Some surprising aspects of working remotely that you might be underestimating- Who does best working remotely- What makes it possible to transition to a remote career- Remote Gateway Roles- Why integrating more than one of your skills is key to being competitive in this job market- Tips for job seekers, especially those looking for remote work- Things people hiring care or worry about- Some tips for people hiring remote workers- The best time to hire a consultant if you run a company- Researching working remotely in different European countries- Maya's job group: Connected by RemoteWorkEurope MAYA MIDDLEMISS is a tech journalist, consultant and speaker, and the founder of Remote Work Europe, the leading English-language publication on remote work for the European market. She has not worked in an office since 1999 – a quarter of a century of working remotely, long before it had a name. She is the author of the Remote Readiness book series and runs the 70,000-member Remote Work Spain community. She lives in eastern Spain with her family, and does most of her best thinking on the beach or on mountain walks.You can learn more about all she does and connect at: * https://remoteworkeurope.eu/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmiddlemiss/ * https://www.facebook.com/RemoteW0rkEurope * The Spain group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/remoteworkspain * https://www.instagram.com/remoteworkeurope/ Curious to learn more about REPURPOSE YOUR PURPOSE and how we can work together? Visit https://repurposeyourpurpose.com/ and subscribe to my newsletter: http://eepurl.com/ib7eyD This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com

    Episode 39: Work Remotely in Europe with Maya Middlemiss
  2. Jun 11

    Episode 37: When Your Dream Job Becomes Your Nightmare Job

    When it comes to work, there are few experiences as painful as seeing your dream job turn into a nightmare. You worked hard to achieve it, felt at the top of the world when you started, but pretty quickly (or after a while) what was supposed to be the highlight of your career became one of the worst - if not the worst - professional experience of your life.I have been there, and I worked with and heard from many people who experienced this as well: it's painful, discouraging, heartbreaking, and just a really hard thing to get through.But...you can get through it. And I am here to tell you that it's a very common experience, although at the moment it doesn't feel light at all.In this podcast episode I share: * my thoughts and observations on why it happens * what you can do to prevent it - you can’t fully control this, but you can do your part of make it less likely * what to do if this happened to you in the past and you cannot move on because some discouragement and fear are still lingering * what to do if you are experiencing this right now * and I end the podcast with some thoughts on the Greek myth of Persephone and how it can inspire us There is a lot here to contemplate and unpack. Leave your comments and questions and I will do my best to reply. Find below some free and paid resources if you’d like to go deeper: * Three Steps to Recognize Your True Intuition * What is your resistance telling you? * All About Informational Interviews * How to Be Yourself at Job Interviews * Discover Your Career (and Business) Non-Negotiables * The Myth of Persephone As always, you can learn more about my work at RepurposeYourPurpose.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com

  3. May 19

    Episode 36: The Insecurity of First Time Business Owners (and what to do about it)

    There is something that happens to most people who go into business for themselves - especially if they pursue doing work they care deeply about: insecurity.Nowadays I hear it a lot in regards to being visible on social media: feeling the pressure of being on Instagram, or on video, or having to share your story.I get it! When I started my first business - as a wedding photographer - I had a ton of insecurity, even though I had a degree in photography, had assisted a top wedding photographer for years, and was often told by teachers and fellow students that my work was good. I am not saying this to brag, just pointing out how insecurity is often not related to “what’s real.” My insecurity was completely disproportionate to reality, and what I have noticed over the years is that it happens to many first time business owners.So last night I recorded this video about it: it’s not polished, I recorded it in one take. I wanted to capture these thoughts and observations that I had for a long time. In the video, here’s what I cover: * The insecurity about being “visible” in your marketing * Why it’s not true that everyone needs to be on social media or tell personal stories * What is truly important in building a successful business * What is important about putting yourself out there - so you can choose whether to do it for the right reasons ;) * Why insecurity is often tied to fear of failure or to strong attachment to a certain identity * The difference I experienced in starting my businesses: with the first one I had a ton of insecurity, with my current business I felt much more grounded I hope this helps! Curious to learn more about Repurpose Your Purpose and how we can work together? Visit repurposeyourpurpose.com and subscribe to my newsletter. http://eepurl.com/ib7eyD This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com

  4. Apr 29

    Episode 35: Degrowth with Steve Rocco

    It's been a long time coming, but I have finally invited a guest to talk about Degrowth, what it is, some of the ideas behind it, and why we need a new way of thinking about - and doing - finance. Steve Rocco has worked in financing roles across traditional and sustainable markets for over 25 years. He was on his way to complete a PhD with the Post Growth Innovation Lab at the University of Vigo (Spain) focusing on a post-growth financial sector when he met Anastasia Linn and Matt Orsagh. Steve, Anastasia, and Matt went on to co-found The Arketa Institute for Post-Growth Finance, a non profit organization dedicated to crafting a new vision for what genuinely sustainable finance can be, in line with scientific findings on planetary boundaries and human needs. Here's a bit more about my guest, Steve Rocco: Steve brings more than 25 years of experience in finance across a wide range of finance. In investment banking, Steve has worked in capital markets in New York across most asset classes in various institutional sales/relationship management roles. He left wall street for the Media Development Investment fund and focused on South American. Later as an entrepreneur, Steve was co-founder of Mission Markets, a capital raising platform for impact investments. In asset management, Steve worked for MainStreet Partners, a London based ESG advisor focused on public markets. Recently, Steve has had a series of advisory roles with the UN, ADB, USAID, and private investors project focused on the Global South. In this episode, Steve and I mention quite a few organizations and resources: - Arketa Institute for Post-Growth Finance: https://www.arketa-institute.org/ - Arketa's Publication, "By Disaster or Design:" https://www.arketa-institute.org/resources/by-disaster-or-design - Planetary Boundaries (Stockholm Resilience Center): https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html - On the Phenomenon of B******t Jobs - A Work Rant by David Graeber: https://strikemag.org/b******t-jobs/ - The Repurpose Your Purpose Podcast Episode 34 - The Meaning of Work: Curious to learn more about Repurpose Your Purpose and how we can work together? Visit https://repurposeyourpurpose.com/ and subscribe to my newsletter: http://eepurl.com/ib7eyD This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com

  5. 09/18/2025

    Episode 32: Career Growth with Chelsea Amable-Zibolsky

    I had the pleasure of coaching Chelsea Amable-Zibolsky at two different times in her career, with years in between. This is something I really cherish about my work: I sometimes get to work with clients again after a few years and we dive deep into the present moment as they grow and expand. I invited Chelsea to share what it is like to experience such growth: from finding work you love, to navigating becoming a parent, from embracing your voice to stepping into entrepreneurship. If you are looking for inspiration, some practical ideas, and an opportunity to hear what it’s like to do the deep work and find your path, this episode is for you. About Chelsea Amable-Zibolsky Chelsea Amable-Zibolsky is a program designer and strategist who builds initiatives that create real, lasting impact. Through her work with nonprofits, government agencies, and corporate partners, she takes a hands-on, community-centered approach to designing assessments and programs that deliver measurable results. Her expertise spans end-to-end project management, supplier and vendor partnerships, and turning complex community needs into actionable strategies. From designing solutions and managing logistics to evaluating outcomes, Chelsea ensures every piece of the process is aligned for success. At the heart of her work is a commitment to going beyond “checking the box” - she creates programs that address real needs and drive meaningful change in the communities she serves. You can follow and connect with Chelsea on Linkedin. I am your host, AURORA MENEGHELLO. I work with people who want to change careers, but are not sure what they want to do next, and with leaders and entrepreneurs who know they need to make some changes and are ready to explore what that could look like. My approach is a blend of deep inner work, and practical, roll up your sleeves attitude. I help you trust your Inner Wisdom, learn how Change works, and understand how you can make the best choices for yourSelf. And I bring to our conversations two decades of marketing and business experience to support you in taking practical and strategic action. Some of my past clients have changed careers, started their business, increased their income beyond what they had ever made before; some chose to step back from their busy lives and embrace different values, others developed their leadership potential, and more. Find more about Repurpose Your Purpose and The Podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com

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Conversations and inspiration about doing work you love and what makes it possible. I invite people from all walks of life and a wide range of experiences to explore anything and everything to inspire you to Repurpose Your Purpose, from inner transformation, to powerful action. repurposeyourpurpose.substack.com