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Kay sits down with Karen Wilding, a passionate educator turned entrepreneur, who took a bold leap during the pandemic by shutting down her established consultancy business and launching a new one entirely online. Karen’s journey from a teacher struggling with her own math skills to a global consultant helping educators transform how they teach young children is truly inspiring. She shares her challenges, the turning points in her career, and how she integrates personal growth and resilience into her business and life.

Join us as we explore Karen’s expertise in early childhood education, her innovative approach to making math fun and engaging for both educators and children, and the lessons she’s learned while balancing personal responsibilities and entrepreneurship. Karen also opens up about her battles with anxiety and depression and how she manages to stay motivated despite the obstacles.

What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) - Introduction to Karen Wilding and Her Inspirational Journey
(06:30) - Shutting Down a Business and Starting Anew During the Pandemic
(12:50) - Balancing Personal Life, Family Responsibilities, and Business
(20:00) - The Power of Resilience and Building a Business Focused on Passion
(29:15) - Making Math Accessible and Engaging for Educators and Children
(36:00) - Karen’s Mindset Shifts: Overcoming Challenges and Staying Positive
(43:45) - Tips for Starting an Online Business from Scratch and Thriving in Uncertain Times.

About Karen Wilding
Karen Wilding is an educator and consultant who specializes in early childhood education with a focus on math. Despite her own struggles with math as a child, Karen turned her challenges into strengths and now empowers educators to bring math to life for children aged 3 to 5. She runs her business entirely online, reaching educators globally and helping them transform their teaching methods.

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Kay sits down with Carol Deveney, a dynamic corporate consultant with a passion for helping small businesses secure lucrative contracts. Carol’s journey from working as a high-level executive in Canada to starting her own consultancy business is nothing short of inspiring. She discusses her transition, the challenges of juggling multiple roles, and how she integrates personal development into her business strategies. Plus, Carol reveals her adventurous side, sharing a fun story from a memorable trip to Vegas.

Join us as we explore Carol’s expertise in helping small businesses navigate the corporate landscape, her approach to managing business resilience, and the importance of balancing work and personal life. She also opens up about overcoming adversity, finding fulfillment through adventure, and building a sustainable business while maintaining her health and well-being.

What to expect in this episode:

(00:00) - Introduction to Carol Deveney and Her Corporate Expertise

(06:30) - The Journey from Canada to Entrepreneurship

(12:50) - Balancing Life, Family, and Business Decisions

(20:00) - The Importance of Self-Care and Asking for Help

(29:15) - Corporate Contracts: Simplifying the Process for Small Businesses

(36:00) - An Adventurous Spirit: Vegas Stories and the Bucking Bronco

(43:45) - Tips for Securing Corporate Contracts and Thriving in Business

About Carol Deveney
Carol Deveney is a global consultant specializing in major projects for corporate clients and small businesses looking to break into the corporate sector. She helps small businesses win corporate contracts and develop sustainable business models. With a wealth of experience and a passion for adventure, Carol brings a unique perspective to business growth and resilience.

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• Website: https://see-changes.com/small-business/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caroldeveney_/

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Kay sits down with Amanda Hutchinson shares her incredible journey from crisis management and counterterrorism to capturing life's most magical moments as a top-tier photographer. Hear how Amanda transitioned from planning for worst-case scenarios to immortalizing love and joy through her lens. From corporate consultant to wedding photographer, Amanda's story is all about
finding passion, purpose, and creativity.

Join us as we discover her transition, the challenges of starting a business while still working full-time,and the emotional journey of leaving behind a stable corporate career to follow her passion. She also touches on her personal experiences with infertility and the life decisions that ultimately led her to fully commit to photography. The conversation highlights resilience, the courage to change paths, and the importance of building a sustainable business.

What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) - From Crisis to Creativity.
(06:15) - The Photography Awakening.
(12:48) - Burnout and Life Redirection.
(19:32) - Building a Business While Balancing Life.
(26:47) - Turning Passion Into Profession.
(33:58) - Personal Struggles and Professional Growth.
(41:05) - Empowering Others Through Photography.

About Amanda Hutchinson
A professional photographer with a unique background in crisis management and counterterrorism. Before transitioning into photography, Amanda worked in high-stakes roles where she managed emergency plans for companies and local authorities, often dealing with intense situations like riots, terror attacks, and natural disasters. Her work involved thinking on her feet and navigating chaotic environments, but the constant pressure eventually led to burnout.

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Website: http://www.akpbrandingstories.co.uk/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amanda-hutchinson-brand-photographer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akpbrandingstories Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/akpbrandingstories

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