Take The Step

Take the step: a podcast about independence, courage and stepping into the unknown. Real stories of people who listened to their inner voice and left stable jobs in order to do what really makes them happy. I will host a number of guests who will share their journey and insights. Some who chose the path of self-employment a while ago, some who finally took the step, and then the pandemic hit. What have all these beautiful and inspiring people learnt and can share - you’ll hear soon – stay tuned.

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Take The Step - Teaser

Take the step: a podcast about independence, courage, and stepping into the unknown. I will host a number of guests who listened to their inner voice and left stable jobs in order to do what really makes them happy. What was their journey like and why in the first place did they decide to exploit themselves to such uncertainty? All of this and more will be discussed throughout this podcast.

Jan 11, 2023•2 min

Take The Step: From a Chartered Accountant To The Founder of Green Outlook, with Fiona Smiddy

I had the pleasure of hosting a very special guest this week - Fiona Smiddy – Founder of Green Outlook . Green Outlook is an Irish business that curates a range of natural and sustainable products but also educates and helps people to make better choices of products they are buying. Fiona however wasn’t always an entrepreneur. She is a chartered accountant, who worked for a renewable energy company that closed down. Fiona took this as an opportunity to travel and visited multiple countries. This...

Jan 11, 2023•31 min•Ep. 3

Take The Step: From an IT Finance Manager to a Self-taught Photographer, Writer & a Full-Stack Developer

This week I spoke to Julie Stamenic, who shares with us how she went from an IT Finance project manager to a self-taught photographer, writer and a full stack developer. Julie’s story is not an ordinary one, as she has decided to “take the step” during one of the most unstable times in human history – the pandemic of COVID19. Her creative mind and entrepreneurial mindset have brought her to the decision to leave the corporate environment and create something of her own. Does she regret doing so ...

Jan 11, 2023•24 min•Ep. 2

Take The Step: From A Translator At The European Parliament To A Movement and Sleep Coach

My first guest is Maša Nobilo - an inspiring young woman who turned her hobby into a passion and ultimately became self-employed. Maša started her professional career as a translator and interpreter at the European Parliament in Luxembourg. What made her quit a stable and secure job and plunge into the unknown? Listen to find out, what challenges accompanied Masa on her way and what learnings she took from this whole process.

Jan 11, 2023•38 min•Ep. 1

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