Get a Shift On
Get a Shift On
Podcast Description
Get a Shift On – The Podcast for people looking to change career, start a business or just wondering what's possible.
Feeling stuck in your career? Whether you have plans for a big change or just need a fresh start, Get a Shift On helps you take action.
No fluff—just real talk, practical strategies, and inspiring stories from people who’ve made big moves. Learn how to overcome fear, navigate career transitions, and take control of your future.
With 25 years in healthcare, business development, and people I’ve helped many break free from careers they hate. Ready to shift?
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Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers various themes related to career change, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Episodes explore real-life stories from guests who successfully navigated career shifts, such as transitioning from pub management to HR with Justine Mitchell-Pearce, moving from music to marketing with David Crawford, and the importance of mentorship in career changes. Specific focus areas include overcoming fear, managing redundancy, and the balance between personal satisfaction and professional success.
Get a Shift On – The Podcast for people looking to change career, start a business or just wondering what’s possible.
Feeling stuck in your career? Whether you have plans for a big change or just need a fresh start, Get a Shift On helps you take action.
No fluff—just real talk, practical strategies, and inspiring stories from people who’ve made big moves. Learn how to overcome fear, navigate career transitions, and take control of your future.
With 25 years in healthcare, business development, and people I’ve helped many break free from careers they hate. Ready to shift?
Subscribe now!
In this week’s episode, I sit down with Mel, the founder of Body Remedies, who shares her inspiring journey from life on the frontlines as a paramedic to creating a thriving holistic wellbeing business.
After two decades in the NHS, a single life-altering incident pushed her to rethink her future, and ultimately, take the leap into entrepreneurship.
We look into the challenges of leaving a secure career, the emotional rollercoaster of starting something new, and how Mel transformed her passion into a sustainable business.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to change careers and back yourself, this episode offers insights, raw honesty, and practical tips you won’t want to miss.
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00:00 Introduction to Body Remedies and Mel's Journey
02:48 Transition from Paramedic to Holistic Therapy
05:43 The Impact of Stress and Personal Experiences
08:29 The Bowen Technique Explained
10:56 Building a Business and Overcoming Challenges
13:49 The Role of Networking and Word of Mouth
16:34 Future Aspirations and Work-Life Balance
19:02 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
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