Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Anna Molnár, a business coach specializing in helping women entrepreneurs flourish. Anna shares her insights on women entrepreneurs' challenges, particularly undercharging and lack of confidence. She emphasizes the importance of developing a strong money mindset, charging what you're worth, and embracing lifelong learning to grow personally and profes...
May 02, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Tomáš Baránek, a successful Czech publisher, shares his journey from burnout to adopting effective strategies for health, knowledge management, and work-life balance in the digital age. Drawing from his experience translating notable English-language books on personal development, productivity, and science, Tomáš discusses practical tools like Readwise and Roam Research for building a "second brain" and the importance of s...
Apr 25, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Project, Nigel Rawlins explores Úna Herlihy's transition from a successful advertising career to co-founding The Indie List. Una shares her challenges in the advertising world, her move to freelancing, and how The Indie List emerged during COVID-19 as a crucial platform for freelancers in Ireland. Discover how this community supports freelancers to earn, learn, and connect, shaping the f...
Apr 19, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Melisa Liberman, a former corporate executive turned successful independent consultant. Melisa shares her experience transitioning from the corporate world to running her own consulting business. She offers insights on the challenges and opportunities of managing, pricing, and growing a consulting practice. Drawing on her expertise as a coach for inde...
Apr 12, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode, Robert Vlach, author of "The Freelance Way" and founder of http://Freelancing.eu , joins host Nigel Rawlins to discuss the challenges and opportunities freelancers and independent professionals face in defining their roles, navigating industry-specific norms, developing effective pricing strategies, and embracing the potential for lifelong careers. Drawing upon his extensive experience and deep understandi...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode, Marleen Deleu, founder of the online knowledge platform Nextconomy, joins host Nigel Rawlins to discuss the growing freelance economy and its impact on talent management. Marleen shares her insights on how freelancing is transforming the world of work across various industries and age groups and how organizations can adapt to manage their entire workforce, including contingent talent, effectively. S he als...
Mar 29, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Michelle Kvello, founder of Lantern Partners and creator of the "Corporate to Consultant" course, shares her insights on the critical role of a CFO in driving SME growth and the key factors for successfully transitioning from a corporate career to consulting. Drawing from her experience, Michelle discusses the importance of understanding business finances, defining your purpose, financial planning, pricing strategies, and ...
Mar 21, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Sue Ellson embodies the "gigster" lifestyle - a self-employed, multi-talented professional who has embraced the gig economy with gusto. In this insightful interview, Sue shares her inspiring journey from a corporate banking career to becoming an independent LinkedIn specialist, author, and lifelong learner. With candid wisdom and practical tips, she unveils strategies for staying employable, building a solid online presenc...
Mar 14, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, Sandra McGuire, a certified money coach and financial educator, joins me. With a rich financial advising and accounting history, Sandra brings a wealth of knowledge. She shares her journey from corporate roles to founding her business, Money Wellness. She is passionate about helping others. She discusses the importance of financial literacy, understanding personal finance, and u...
Mar 08, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Charlotta Segerlund-Darnell is a psychological strength trainer. Her mission is to help as many people as possible to start seeing psychological well-being as a part of health, something to maintain throughout life. Charlotta combines coaching and therapy to help individuals build mental resilience, stressing the importance of proactive mental health care. She provides: Insight into managing stress Lifestyle and mental hea...
Feb 29, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, Paula Ronan, an experienced marketing consultant based in Ireland, shares her valuable insights about her journey and the marketing landscape. We speak about her transition from corporate marketing in London to freelancing in rural Ireland, the distinct business cultures, and her experiences adapting to them. She elaborates on the importance of understanding your target market, ...
Feb 23, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Connie Malamed, an e-learning coach and instructional designer with 25 years of experience, shares her knowledge on the significance of instructional design and online learning in enhancing workplace learning and performance. She stresses the importance of aligning learning solutions, like e-learning and interactive activities, with learners' needs and using user experience tools to boost engagement and effectiveness. As m...
Feb 15, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Tash Menon Verheul is the visionary behind Mash, a Melbourne-based creative agency revolutionizing branding. Tash shares her unique approach to assembling freelance teams over traditional agencies, leveraging her international experience to offer fresh perspectives on engaging affluent Southeast Asian consumers and beyond. Themes Covered in Episode Innovative Branding Strategies Creative Agency Leadership Global Branding a...
Feb 08, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Valentine Gatard discusses her multifaceted career as a coach, speaker, podcast host, and musician. She delves into how her musical background, especially in jazz, intertwines with her professional life, offering insights into the evolving relationship between personal and professional selves. The episode focuses on the changing dynamics of work, the impact of freelancing, and the necessity of aligning work with personal v...
Feb 02, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this engaging Wisepreneurs Podcast episode, host Nigel Rawlins converses with Andrea Chase, a prominent Canadian entrepreneur and advocate for women in business and tech. Andrea reflects on her journey, intertwining psychology with her marketing prowess, shaping her entrepreneurial spirit. She shares her experiences from teaching in South Korea to navigating diverse industries, leading to her success in digital marketin...
Jan 26, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join us on the Wisepreneurs podcast with Tracy Enos, a renowned LinkedIn expert, as she shares her journey from San Jose to a leading LinkedIn consultancy. Tracy offers valuable insights on leveraging LinkedIn for effective networking and business growth. Her practical strategies, from profile optimization to utilizing LinkedIn's advanced features, are a treasure trove for anyone looking to excel in digital marketing. Serv...
Jan 19, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Discover the unseen world of professional administrative support with me as I delve into the exceptional services Amanda Reeves provides to her clients. Trusted for her dedication and skill, Amanda is an invaluable asset behind the scenes, expertly tailoring her services to meet the unique needs of her clients. Our conversation explores the significant, often unseen impact a proficient administrative professional can have ...
Jan 12, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Discovering Wholehearted Self-Leadership in Life's Transitions: A Conversation with Terri Connellan In this episode, we sit down with Terri Connellan, a life transition coach and author, who shares her insights on navigating significant life changes, especially in midlife. With her background in vocational education and personal journey through career transition, Terri offers a unique perspective on wholehearted living and...
Jan 05, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this Wisepreneurs Podcast episode, I talk with Meredith Fuller, OAM Psychologist, about the award-winning documentary, 'Home Truths', which focuses on domestic violence and is co-produced by Lesley Coleman & Rod Winning. She shares helpful tips on dealing with this issue. Meredith also talks about women in their 50s struggling in their careers and advises them to explore new directions. Join me, Nigel, and Meredith ...
Jan 02, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, I’m excited to feature Elina Jutelyte, a dynamic force in freelancing and event organisation. Based in Belgium, Elina has spent over two decades mastering the creation of meaningful connections and events. Her journey from the structured realm of corporate event management to the liberating and challenging world of freelancing is inspiring and a testament to her resilience and a...
Dec 15, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Professor Martin Hyde from the University of Leicester shares his rich knowledge of the evolving concept of aging employment and retirement. We delve deep into the challenges of aging in the workforce, the concept of the 100-Year Life, the impact of ageism on late employment, the role of ongoing education, and health in professional longevity. He also shares some of his studies and works in the field of aging. Topics Discu...
Dec 05, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Gabrielle Sun, originally from China, moved to the United States to pursue a Master's in Educational Technology. She works remotely as an instructional designer for a large corporation, creating training programs. She is well-versed in AI tools such as ChatGPT and continuously educates herself on new technologies. The episode delves into how AI is transforming knowledge work and education, as well as the necessary skills f...
Nov 20, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Our guest on this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast is Alison Grade , a freelancing expert and author of The Freelance Bible. She shares her insights and tips on starting and running a freelance business and talks about her background in film and TV production and her experience running her own motorbike training company. Penguin publishes Alison's book, The Freelance Bible, available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. G...
Oct 27, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins interviews Laetitia Vitaud, a French writer and expert on the future of work from a feminist perspective. Laetitia shares insights from her latest book, discussing our obsession with productivity and advocating for a more humane approach to work. They also delve into the rise of entrepreneurship among older professional women and the importance of care work in...
Oct 19, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins interviews Salina Yeung, a LinkedIn strategy expert. Salina shares her insights and proven framework for standing out on LinkedIn and turning profiles into powerful lead generators. She emphasises the importance of just 15 minutes of focused effort daily to amplify and boost your LinkedIn presence. Looking to supercharge your Business Growth Rate using LinkedI...
Oct 03, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this conversation with business coach Mark Elliott, he offers tips for entrepreneurs over 50 starting new ventures. He outlines the unique challenges they face in learning technology and finding passion. Mark advises focusing on lifestyle desires, tracking spending, outsourcing tasks, and self-care for energy. He co-founded Startup School for Seniors with Suzanne Noble, a previous podcast guest, to support older entrepr...
Sep 14, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes back Lisa-Marie Cabralli, a former actress and digital nomad pioneer. She first appears on episode nine of the podcast. Lisa Marie shares updates on her journey since her last appearance on the show, including completing her PhD in literature and publishing another novel. She discusses how her literary studies now influence her life coaching business ...
Sep 03, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Meet Lisa Ross-Marcus, a seasoned executive coach from Amsterdam who empowers women leaders. Her intriguing journey, from the performing arts to entrepreneurship, underpins her fresh, innovative approach to coaching. Lisa specializes in navigating career transitions and enhancing leadership skills, assisting professionals in various fields to meet their professional goals. Outside her coaching role, Lisa passionately champ...
Aug 10, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join us for an enlightening chat with Matt Dowling, the innovative architect behind the thriving Freelancer Club. Matt's journey to creating a successful community of helpful and supportive freelancers was born from adversity. With around 60,000 members, the club reshapes the typical freelance narrative. Their campaign to end exploitative unpaid work, #NoFreeWork , has made huge headway, and Matt Dowling has become one of ...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Krisna Hanks is a certified Health Coach & LCHF/Keto Nutrition Advisor with an MSc in Kinesiology and MBA and is a fitness and Pilates Personal Trainer. She is the author of Finding Lifestyle Sanity. As you will hear, she's a dynamic 66-year-old dynamo who shares her story on the Wisepreneurs podcast, beginning with her 33-year career as a professional dancer in the US and Europe. She later transitioned to becoming a h...
Jun 18, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 13
