Pivot: Exploring Career Twists and Turns

Laura Oldfield
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Pivot! is a podcast that celebrates the big pivots and small side-steps we take in our lives: the events, emotions or circumstances that have nudged (or pushed) us into making change. Every fortnight, a new guest discusses where their pivots have led them, whether they’ve pivoted, pirouetted or winged their way through life and work. Nosey? Me too. Let's listen to their fantastic storie! Expect to hear from award-winning artists, musicians, content creators, designers, scientists, psychotherapists, writers, all with a story you’ll love to hear. lauraoldfield.substack.com

Episodes

  1. 03/12/2024

    S1 E6 | Michael Price | Orchestrating Change: Michael Price's Journey as a Composer, Father, and "Enough-ness"

    In our latest episode of Pivot! the Podcast, we are thrilled to feature the incredible Suzy Reading, a chartered psychologist, author, yoga teacher, and personal trainer who has dedicated her career to promoting the transformative power of self-care and managing energy and emotions. In this episode, Suzy shares her inspiring journey of navigating challenges, finding purpose, and embracing self-advocacy, particularly after becoming a mother. From her experience with grief and exhaustion to reclaiming self-care activities and her transition from personal trainer to therapist, Suzy's story is both relatable and empowering. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing self-nourishment and the impact of small acts of kindness towards oneself, even in the most challenging times. Host Laura Oldfield engages in insightful conversations with Suzy, touching on the misconceptions around self-care and the evolving landscape of motherhood. Together, they shed light on the significance of showing up in business, the creative process, and the ongoing journey of personal growth. Tune in to this captivating episode as Suzy and Laura delve deep into the world of self-care, motherhood, and personal transformation. Whether you're on the lookout for empowering stories or seeking inspiration for your own pivot moments, this episode is not to be missed. Join us on Pivot! the Podcast as we celebrate the big pivots and small side-steps that shape our lives. Subscribe now to stay updated on our latest episodes, and don't forget to share and leave a review to support the podcast. Here's to embracing change and finding strength in our pivots! You can check out Suzy’s website here or join her over on Instagram. I love to hang out on Instagram: let’s make friends on my Instagram page! This episode was written, edited and produced by me, Laura Oldfield. Please subscribe so you never miss an episode and consider leaving me a 5* rating and review on Apple Podcasts as it really helps me reach more listeners. EMAIL: hello@lauraoldfield.com SUBSTACK: Laura Oldfield @lauraoldfield Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

    59 min

  2. 02/13/2024

    S1 E5 | Suzy Reading | Resilience and Renewal: The Philosophy of Self-Care with Suzy Reading

    In our latest episode of Pivot! the Podcast, we are thrilled to feature the incredible Suzy Reading, a chartered psychologist, author, yoga teacher, and personal trainer who has dedicated her career to promoting the transformative power of self-care and managing energy and emotions. In this episode, Suzy shares her inspiring journey of navigating challenges, finding purpose, and embracing self-advocacy, particularly after becoming a mother. From her experience with grief and exhaustion to reclaiming self-care activities and her transition from personal trainer to therapist, Suzy's story is both relatable and empowering. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing self-nourishment and the impact of small acts of kindness towards oneself, even in the most challenging times. Host Laura Oldfield engages in insightful conversations with Suzy, touching on the misconceptions around self-care and the evolving landscape of motherhood. Together, they shed light on the significance of showing up in business, the creative process, and the ongoing journey of personal growth. Tune in to this captivating episode as Suzy and Laura delve deep into the world of self-care, motherhood, and personal transformation. Whether you're on the lookout for empowering stories or seeking inspiration for your own pivot moments, this episode is not to be missed. Join us on Pivot! the Podcast as we celebrate the big pivots and small side-steps that shape our lives. Subscribe now to stay updated on our latest episodes, and don't forget to share and leave a review to support the podcast. Here's to embracing change and finding strength in our pivots! You can check out Suzy’s website here or join her over on Instagram. I love to hang out on Instagram: let’s make friends on my Instagram page! This episode was written, edited and produced by me, Laura Oldfield. Please subscribe so you never miss an episode and consider leaving me a 5* rating and review on Apple Podcasts as it really helps me reach more listeners. EMAIL: hello@lauraoldfield.com SUBSTACK: Laura Oldfield @lauraoldfield Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

    53 min

  3. 01/30/2024

    S1 E4 | Laurence Owen: Voices and Ventures: epic Audio Dramas and the Joy of Creative Collaboration

    Welcome to Season 1, Episode 4 of Pivot! the podcast, where today’s guest is the hilarious, remarkably talented, creative tour de force Laurence Owen. Laurence is a composer, sound designer, songwriter and voice artist, who creates extraordinary audio dramas and podcasts with his work and actual wife, writer, director and fellow creative marvel Lindsay Sharman. In this episode, I chatted with Laurence who–together with Lindsay–has carved out a unique and fulfilling career creating audio drama podcasts through their company Long Cat Media (although, unlike what I said in my intro we recorded this a few weeks ago, not a few years!) From his unconventional creative process to building a loyal community of fans, Laurence shares insights into the world of podcasting, the power of diverse experiences, and the importance of staying curious in creative work. Tune in to hear how they're redefining success on their own terms, one captivating story at a time. Listen to the full episode now on Pivot! the Podcast. Long Cat Media, Laurence and Lindsay’s two-person fiction podcast production company from the UK Mockery Manor Madam Magenta I love to hang out on Instagram: let’s make friends on my Instagram page! This episode was written, edited and produced by me, Laura Oldfield.. Please subscribe so you never miss an episode and consider leaving me a 5* rating and review on Apple Podcasts as it really helps me reach more listeners. EMAIL: hello@lauraoldfield.com WEBSITE: www.lauraoldfield.com Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 5m

  4. 01/16/2024

    S1 E3 | Grace Davidson: Pivoting with Purpose as a classical and film soprano

    Welcome to Season 1, Episode 3 of Pivot! the podcast, where today’s guest is the inspirational Grace Davidson. In this episode Grace and I explore her remarkable career in both classical and film music. There are quite a few specific terms and ensembles to which Grace and I refer, details of which are in the show notes below. From her childhood experiences in church choirs and as a violinist to her pivotal decision to pursue a career in singing, Grace shares her story of resilience, self-discovery, and finding her unique path in the unique – and at times bewildering – music industry. Grace is so honest in our time together, delving into the challenges she faced, the importance of vocal health, and the shifting landscape of the classical music industry. Grace is joy in human form, and I hope you love this episode as much as I loved recording it with her. Some of the specifics we discuss: Grace Davidson website Grace’s Spotify The Sixteen (a world-leading choral ensemble) Tenebrae (another world-leading choral ensemble) J.S. Bach (1685-1750) G.F. Handel (1685-1759) A consort: one or two singers per part of choral music Baroque music: technically from 1600-1750, but the most well-known music is written by Bach and Handel. You can check out Grace’s website here or join her over on Instagram. I love to hang out on Instagram: let’s make friends on my Instagram page! This episode was written, edited and produced by me, Laura Oldfield.. Please subscribe so you never miss an episode and consider leaving me a 5* rating and review on Apple Podcasts as it really helps me reach more listeners. EMAIL: hello@lauraoldfield.com WEBSITE: www.lauraoldfield.com Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

    50 min

  5. 01/02/2024

    S1 E2 | Confidence, Rejection, and Success: Liz Mosley's Empowering Pivot to Self-Employment

    Welcome to Season 1, Episode 2 of Pivot! the podcast, where today’s guest is the brilliant Liz Mosley. Liz is a graphic designer with over 15 years experience and now specialises in creating creative branding and animated GIFS for small business owners. She also hosts a podcast called Building Your Brand and teaches courses showing people how to create their own branding and GIFS if they don’t have the budget to outsource it. Her goal for her clients and students is for them to come away with branding that they love that helps them to feel so proud and confident promoting their businesses and sharing what they do with the world. She’s warm, intelligent, and an all-round excellent human. In this episode we discuss Liz’s journey of self-employment, overcoming rejection, and aligning her business with her values, as well as the challenges and triumphs of balancing work and family, the evolution of her business from a stationery shop to a thriving branding design venture, and the power of reframing rejection as a win-win opportunity. We delve into the importance of confidence, safety, and playfulness in work, while highlighting the role of generosity, collaboration, and authenticity in achieving business success. This episode was written, edited and produced by me, Laura Oldfield.. Please subscribe so you never miss an episode and consider leaving me a 5* rating and review on Apple Podcasts as it really helps me reach more listeners. EMAIL: hello@lauraoldfield.com Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

    49 min

  6. 12/19/2023

    S1 Ep 1, Lia Leendertz: A Pivotal Conversation about Writing, Gardening, and Life's Seasons

    Welcome to Pivot! Today’s guest is the delectable Lia Leendertz. Lia Leendertz has published The Almanac: a seasonal guide to [insert year here!] annually, and I have been a buyer since 2020. Her work is so well researched, so beautifully presented and so wonderfully edifying. I keep a copy by my bed and annotate: I hope you do the same. You can buy it here, or here, or here. Listen on Apple Listen on Spotify In this episode we discuss Lia’s inspiring career in journalism and horticultural writing, alongside her real experiences of navigating the feast and famine cycle of the writing industry. She delves into the concept and creation of almanacs and discusses her unexpected success and challenges in writing her best-selling book. You can enjoy her wonderful Substack community here or join her over on Instagram. I love to hang out on Instagram: let’s make friends on my Instagram page! This episode was written, edited and produced by me, Laura Oldfield.. Please subscribe so you never miss an episode and consider leaving me a 5* rating and review on Apple Podcasts as it really helps me reach more listeners. EMAIL: hello@lauraoldfield.com SUBSTACK: Laura Oldfield @lauraoldfield Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

    42 min
  7. Welcome to Pivot the Podcast...Launching on Tuesday 19th December 2023!

    12/12/2023

    Welcome to Pivot the Podcast...Launching on Tuesday 19th December 2023!

    I'm Laura Oldfield and welcome to Pivot the podcast, that celebrates the big pivots and small sidesteps we take in our lives, the events, emotions or circumstances that have nudged or pushed us into making change. Each fortnight I'll be joined by a new guest to discuss where their pivots have led them, whether they've pivoted, pirouetted or winged their way through life and work. If you've ever wanted to hear about the pivots of your favourite award-winning artists, musicians, content creators, designers, scientists, psychotherapists, writers, you're in the right place. They've all got a story you'll love to hear. Get full access to Life: Unlocked at lauraoldfield.substack.com/subscribe

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Pivot! is a podcast that celebrates the big pivots and small side-steps we take in our lives: the events, emotions or circumstances that have nudged (or pushed) us into making change. Every fortnight, a new guest discusses where their pivots have led them, whether they’ve pivoted, pirouetted or winged their way through life and work. Nosey? Me too. Let's listen to their fantastic storie! Expect to hear from award-winning artists, musicians, content creators, designers, scientists, psychotherapists, writers, all with a story you’ll love to hear. lauraoldfield.substack.com

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