Change is possible: Your Career Transformation Guide Ani Filipova
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When I left my banking career to try something new, the number one question everyone asked me was: How did you find the courage? The thing is – it’s not about the courage, it is about knowing what you want and planning for it.
That’s why I started this podcast – to help you make your career change possible.
Each of our guests has done a successful career change and we are going to discuss practical advice, actionable tips and inspirational stories that can help you change your career.
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Minimalism and Nomad Life Expert: The Ultimate Guide to Leaving Corporate Behind | Ep.55
Embark on a captivating journey with Ani Filipova as she delves into a riveting conversation with Franck Benhamou. Explore his remarkable transition from a corporate executive to an innovative entrepreneur and dedicated minimalist. In this insightful interview, Franck unveils his unique path to success, offering invaluable insights into the power of minimalism and the pursuit of true freedom.
What You'll Learn:
Defining Goals: Franck discusses the crucial step of identifying what you truly want in life and strategically planning to achieve it.
Financial Minimalism: Learn how reducing fixed expenses and focusing on value creation can simplify your life.
Embracing Minimalism: Discover Franck’s unique approach to minimalism—not just as a way to declutter physically but as a strategy to achieve greater life freedom.
Career and Lifestyle Alignment: Insights into selecting a career that harmonizes with your desired lifestyle.
Action Over Perfection: Franck stresses the importance of taking action now, rather than waiting for the perfect moment.
Nomadic Entrepreneurship: Follow Franck’s current adventure across Europe, building a business from the ground up, while living as a nomad.
Marketing & Positioning: Franck highlights how to stand out in today's competitive business environment.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
00:18 Intro
02:16 Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship.
05:53 Creating a plan for financial freedom.
10:26 Managing the transition period and working on his first project.
13:14 Advice for mid-career professionals who want to change their life.
17:57 Advice for young people starting their career.
21:18 Embracing a minimalist life.
27:41 Questioning traditional views on work and education.
35:45 The nomad lifestyle: finding balance and new perspectives.
38:50 Crossing Europe: building a business from scratch.
43:58 Learning from failures and adapting in business and life - how to stand out.
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Career Pivot: From Opera Singer to Software Engineer | Anna McDougall's Journey | Ep.54
Join our host, Ani Filipova, as she delves into the dynamic world of tech with Anna McDougall, a former opera singer turned influential software engineer and author. In this engaging episode, Anna highlights the creative synergies between programming and opera singing, demonstrating how both fields require robust problem-solving skills and a deep reservoir of creativity. She shares her transformative journey from the opera stage to the tech industry, emphasizing resilience and the continuous learning needed to succeed.
Anna discusses the insights from her #1 Amazon Bestselling book, "You Belong in Tech: How to Go From Zero Programming Experience to Hired," offering actionable advice for anyone looking to break into tech. She also reflects on her powerful TEDx talk, "Finding and Proving Your Value as a Career Changer," inspiring listeners to reassess the value career changers bring to their new industries.
Learn how Anna used Twitter to navigate her career shift and why effective communication is so vital in tech.
This episode is a must-listen for career changers, tech enthusiasts, or anyone curious about blending arts with technology.
🌟 Episode Takeaways:
Learn the skill of career transition: from digital marketing to opera singing to software engineering.
Learn how to build and lead people-driven tech teams effectively.
Gain insights into breaking into tech with no prior programming experience.
Get inspired by Anna's strategies for communicating complex tech concepts easily.
Understand the creative parallels between the arts and tech innovation.
Hear firsthand how social media can open doors to new career opportunities.
Discover practical tips for career changers in the tech industry.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:54 Who is Anna and what is her story
03.25 How do you know that you are ready for a career change - from marketing to Opera singer
05.22 Second career change - becoming a software engineer.
09:09 The common thread between programming and opera singing
12:44 How to break into tech at 33 with a newborn baby in a foreign country after being an opera singer.
19:01 Using Twitter to land a job
21.36 Skills needed if you want to work in tech
25:37 Misconceptions about the tech industry
28:45 Finding your value as a career changer
31:20 The NNQ (names, numbers and quotes) system to present your value as a career changer
34:30 What societal perceptions would Anna change to make the life of career changers easier?
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From £25-Million Business to Losing Everything and Starting Over with Chris O'Connell | ep. 53
In this captivating episode, Chris O'Connell bravely opens up about his journey from running a £25-Million business to facing the daunting reality of losing everything and rebuilding it back up. Chris shares his experiences of resilience, perseverance, and the transformative power of finding your purpose and starting over. Discover how he navigated the challenges of rebuilding his life, finding strength in adversity, and ultimately, emerging stronger than ever before. If you feel like you're losing everything, Chris's story will inspire you to keep pushing forward, reminding you that every setback is an opportunity for growth and transformation. Tune in for Chris' expert advice on recruitment, how to stand out from the crowd when applying for a job, what industries are booming at the moment, and how to find fulfillment in your professional and personal journey.
🌟 Episode Takeaways:
Resilience, determination, and self-belief are crucial for overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Transferable skills and personal branding significantly influence career changes and job search.
Networking and leveraging social media platforms like LinkedIn are essential for building connections and opportunities.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:11 Overcoming challenges and rebuilding his life and business
10:59 The start of his career in recruitment
11.55 Building a £25-Million Business
15:27 Finding his purpose after losing his business
18:38 Career changes and transferable skills
22:03 Understanding the recruitment process
28:23 The importance of cultivating a network and personal branding
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Career Change at 50: How to Overcome your Fears | Change is Possible Podcast Ep.52
Join us in this empowering episode as Ani Filipova takes us on a journey from the executive suite to entrepreneurial freedom.
Building on the insights from ep. 46, where she outlined her vision for a life beyond corporate constraints, Ani now offers practical advice and actionable steps for anyone looking to transform their career aspirations into reality.
Discover the strategies Ani employed to transition from a high-powered corporate position to a thriving entrepreneur, embracing the challenges and rewards of charting a new course. This episode is a deep dive into the process of career metamorphosis, designed to inspire and guide you through your own transformation.
Key Episode Highlights:
Conquering Fear and Ego: Strategies to overcome the mental barriers to career change. Networking and Mentorship: Importance of community and advice in navigating new paths.Beyond Starting from Scratch: How past experiences, knowledge, and skills fuel your journey into entrepreneurship.
00:00 Intro
00:54 Overcoming Ego and Fear in Leaving Corporate Life
04:03 Building Your Support Network Through Mentoring
05:32 The Myth of Starting from Zero in Career Transformation
If this episode speaks to you, please subscribe and share your thoughts in the comments. Your feedback is the heartbeat of our community and guides our journey together. Let us know which career topics you're eager to explore next.
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Nat Berman's Ultimate Career Pivot: From Recruiter to Digital Entrepreneur and Coach I ep.51
Embark on an inspiring journey with Nat Berman, who transformed his career from being a recruiter to a successful entrepreneur in the digital and coaching world. This podcast episode unveils Nat's path to success, highlighting how he built a substantial digital presence across 25 websites in various sectors, attracting millions of monthly views and achieving significant financial success with minimal daily work. Nat also delves into personal brand enhancement, business growth, mental health, and more. Whether you are at a career crossroads, aiming to boost your brand, or fascinated by the potential of digital entrepreneurship, Nat's insights provide a valuable roadmap. Tune in for Nat's expert advice on career pivoting, overcoming challenges, and the keys to sustained success and fulfilment in your professional journey.
🌟 Episode Highlights:
00:00Trailer
01:15 Introduction to Nat Berman's Journey
05:15 Building a Digital Portfolio from Scratch
12:48 Leveraging AI for Content Creation
14:32 Overcoming Entrepreneurial Burnout
16:15 Trends in Digital Website Portfolio
17:32 Achieving Clarity and Focus in Business
20:13 The Importance of Mental and Physical Health
22:33 Dealing with Anxiety as a Recruiter and Entrepreneur
28:23 Entrepreneurship as a Journey of Personal Growth
30:45 Escaping the 9-5: Tips and Motivation
34:06 Creating a Paid Community
38:36 How to Build a Network and Engage on LinkedIn
43:10 Staying Ahead of Industry Trends
45:47 Essential Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
47:23 Finding Freedom in Entrepreneurship
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The trading expert: How to make trading your secondary income with Simon Ree I Ep.50
In this episode, we dive deep with Simon Ree, the acclaimed author and founder of Tower of Trading, on the art of trading as a powerful secondary income stream. Simon, known for his insightful book "The Tao of Trading," brings his wealth of knowledge to the table, demystifying the complex world of trading for our audience.
In this enlightening conversation, Simon sheds light on the crucial differences between investing and trading. He emphasizes the strategic importance of choosing high-probability moments for risk exposure, offering listeners a clearer path to successful trading. For those new to the trading scene, Simon lays out a roadmap starting with the foundation of education and how to pick the right training program that can set you up for success.
Moreover, Simon delves into the advantages of options trading, providing valuable advice on risk management and the necessity of emotional control in the trading environment. He stresses the significance of consistency and cultivating a mindset geared towards trading success.
Beyond the strategies and tips, this episode takes a meaningful turn to discuss mental health in the context of trading.
Whether you're a novice eager to explore trading as a secondary income or an experienced trader looking to refine your strategies, this episode is packed with actionable insights and wisdom from one of the industry's best.
🌟 Episode Highlights:
00:00Trailer
01:40 Understanding trading and its potential as a source of income
03:18 What to do first if we want to start to trade
04:51 What is trading, exploring different financial instruments for trading and the benefits of options trading
08:58 Setting up a brokerage account and determining the starting trading budget
10:50 Expected returns and realistic goals
14:58 Risk Management and dealing with setbacks
16:55 Developing the right mindset for trading
18:35 Characteristics of successful traders
20:23 Pitfalls to avoid for beginner traders
24:55 Learning from personal setbacks
26:11 Practical steps to becoming a trader
29:03 Daily routines for traders
32:44 Final advice for aspiring traders
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