Meet Your Inspiration Podcast

SummaryIn this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration podcast, Rich and Meri welcome Jeni, the dedicated founder and inspiration behind Sunnydene Tutoring in Kent. Jeni shares her journey from being a primary class teacher to establishing her tutoring business, emphasising the importance of personalised education and the 11plus or Kent test. The conversation explores the pressures of selecting the r...

SummaryIn this episode of Meet Your Inspiration, Meri and Rich engage with guests Noreen and Julie, who share their inspirational journeys of resilience, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Noreen recounts her career path from recruitment to starting her own business, Diamond Search Recruitment, after facing personal tragedy. Julie shares her transition from uncertainty in her career to finding...

Summary In this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration podcast, Meri and Rich welcome Septia, an inspiring individual who shares her journey from Indonesia to France to pursue her dreams in journalism. Despite facing numerous rejections from universities, Septia's determination led her to eventually succeed in her studies. She discusses the challenges of adapting to a new culture and language, the i...

Summary   David Chabeaux, a singer, songwriter, and actor, shares hisjourney from a difficult time in school to working in sales and eventuallypursuing his passion for music and acting. He emphasises the importance ofembracing creativity and the need for schools to promote and reward creativethinking. David also discusses the significance of culture in organizations andthe need for effective commu...

Summary   The conversation covers topics such as the power ofnetworking, the challenges of working in the hospitality industry, theimportance of managing multiple projects and demands on time, the value ofbeing open and vulnerable as a leader, and the role of the Kent Foundation insupporting young entrepreneurs. The Kent Foundation provides support andmentorship to young entrepreneurs in Kent. Men...

Summary   Nick is an incredible example of what happens when you gointo your working life with a goal and you put your mind to success. He lookedat the people around him and what they had and put his mind to working hard tofind his own business success. Like many young men, he wanted to drive and havefreedom. He started with a milk round and worked in a butcher when he was stillat school. He has c...

Summary Jo Wilkinson, a cancer survivor, shares her journey from being misdiagnosed to receiving treatment and finding support. She emphasises the importance of listening to your body and advocating for yourself when seeking medical help. Jo discusses the physical and emotional challenges she faced during chemotherapy and hair loss. She also highlights the need for continued support and follow-up...

Summary   Scott Walker shares his journey into law and becoming a solicitor specialising in probate. He started with a GMVQ in business and had his first exposure to studying law. After working at McDonald's and in office administration, he decided to go back to university to study law. Scott faced challenges and rejections along the way but remained determined to achieve his goal. He had mentors...

Proactive Workplace Mental Health, Wellbeing & PeakPerformance Psychology In this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration podcast, Meriand Rich discuss workplace well-being and corporate mental health with the founders of Thrivall Dan and Anwen.  They explore the challenges and importance of mental health in the workplace, the business case for investing in well-being, and the concept of proactiv...

Summary   In this episode, Dawn Robinson shares her journey in marketing and offers insights into the industry. Shediscusses the importance of determination and success, as well as the role of education in marketing. Dawn also talks about the competitive nature of the field and the need for continuous learning. She emphasises the value of mindsetand positive thinking in marketing and encourages co...

Summary Lisa, the co-founder of Storm Saver, shares her journey asan entrepreneur and the importance of rainwater harvesting. She discusses her background, the influence of her father, and the challenges she faced in starting and growing the business. Lisa emphasises the importance of values,passion, and empowerment in building a strong team and company culture. She also explains the process of ra...

Summary   Keeley Tennant, the director of financial services for Socotec UK, shares her journey from starting as aphotocopying girl to becoming a business unit director. Keeley emphasises the importance of practical learning and taking lateral moves to gain a breadth of skills and industry knowledge. She discusses the challenges women face in male-dominated industries and the need for confidence a...

Summary   Mandy shares the story of how she transformed her familyhome, Hempstead House, into a successful hotel and wedding venue. It all started when she decided to convert her spare bedrooms into a bed and breakfast. The business grew steadily, and Mandy eventually moved to HempsteadHouse, where she expanded the number of rooms and started hosting weddings. Realising the need for additional fac...