These Podcasts delve deep into a range of topics on consumer product safety, with Gail Greatorex interviewing specialists within the field. If you are a manufacturer, importer, wholesaler or retailer, then product safety is part and parcel of your business success. Understanding the topic may help you avoid the cost involved in product recalls, supplying unsafe products or services that may actually harm consumers, fines or damage to your reputation.
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The Wisepreneurs Project Practical advice and expert insights to help professional women 60+ survive, grow, and thrive in their independent or freelance businesses. • Working as an Independent Professional • Business and Marketing Expertise • Passive Income Development • Productivity, AI, and Automation • Career Advice and Life Transition Coaching • Lifelong Learning and Cognitive Health Guests are experts running independent businesses, trusted advisors, or authors sharing sound advice. You ...
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Personal Kanban: Mapping Success for Independent Professionals with Tonianne DeMaria
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins speaks with Tonianne DeMaria, co-author of Personal Kanban, about her inspiring journey from fashion to becoming a productivity expert. Tonianne highlights how visual systems like Personal Kanban empower independ…
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Peter Compo’s Approach to Navigating Business Complexity
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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 Peter Compo, author of The Emergent Approach to Strategy. Drawing on 25 years of experience at DuPont, Peter illustrates how businesses can adapt and thrive in unpredictable environments by employing a…
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Solo, Skilled, and Essential: Gail Greatorex’s Influence on Product Safety
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode, my guest, Gail Greatorex, is a leading expert in product safety with over 25 years of experience. Gail shares her journey from working with the Australian government to becoming a self-employed consultant, where she helps businesses navigate consumer protecti…
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From Chaos to Clarity: Eliška Šestáková on Building Smarter Note Systems
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode, I talk with Eliška Šestáková, an academic and productivity expert from the Czech Republic, to explore the world of effective note-taking. Eliška shares her unique approach to organizing information and shows how note-taking can transform the work of professio…
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Human Edge in AI: Leanne Shelton on Balancing Tech with Heart
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins chats with Leanne Shelton, a ten-year veteran copywriter and content marketer who has transitioned into AI training. Based in Sydney, Australia, Leanne shares her shift from traditional copywriting to founding Hu…
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The Reality Check: Testing Business Ideas Against the Real World with Cedric Chin
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, I spoke with Cedric Chin, the founder of Commoncog, to explore his unique approach to accelerating business expertise. Cedric shares his journey from leading a startup in Vietnam to establishing Commoncog, a platform that rigorousl…
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Connected and Confident: Karen Wickre’s Networking Guide for Independent Professionals
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, Karen Wickre returns after 50 episodes. Karen is a skilled communicator, freelance editor, and networking expert. She shares her insights on building meaningful professional relationships, the benefits of freelance editing, and how…
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Breaking the Invisibility Barrier: Danielle Joworski’s Tips for Women in Business
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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 Danielle Joworski, a visibility expert and entrepreneur, about the challenges and strategies for breaking the invisibility barrier in business. Danielle shares her journey from corporate life to entrep…
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Navigating Self-Employment in L&D: Jane Hudson’s Success Story
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this special episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, I'm catching up with Jane Hudson, a Learning and Development (L&D) consultant specializing in regulatory training. Jane was guest number five on the podcast, and now, 50 episodes later, she returns to share her journey from…
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Peter Hatherley on Helping Independent Professionals Thrive with AI Tools
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode, Nigel Rawlins speaks with Peter Hatherley about the transformative power of AI in digital marketing and business optimization. Important points include the difference between generative and interactive AI, advanced SEO techniques using semantic entities, and …
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Habits for Life: Dr Holly Whelan on Health, Longevity, and Success
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Holly Whelan shares her fascinating journey from academia to the corporate world and eventually to entrepreneurship. She discusses her transition from working in the laboratory to managing global brands at Unilever and how her passion for…
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Debbie Jenkins Enhancing Professional Credibility with Short, Valuable Books
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, my special guest is Debbie Jenkins, an accomplished author and publisher with a rich background in engineering. Debbie shares her thoughts on making a significant impact by writing short, valuable books to build credibility. Our di…
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Natasha Ginnivan: Reshaping Perceptions of Aging and Longevity
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Discover how Natasha Ginnivan, a researcher from the Blue Mountains and Sydney, reshapes perceptions of ageing and longevity. In this episode, Natasha reveals the cultural attitudes towards aging, the impact of stereotypes, and the importance of lifelong learning. She shares …
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Emma Williams Helping PhDs to Thrive Beyond Academia
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join host Nigel Rawlins on the Wisepreneurs podcast as he chats with Emma Williams, a former academic turned business owner. Emma shares her journey from a career in physics and Magnetic Resonance Imaging research to starting her own coaching business. She discusses the chall…
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Michael Greenberg: Boosting Productivity with AI and Automation
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join host Nigel Rawlins as he interviews Michael Greenberg, a leading expert in digital operations. In this episode, they dive into the transformative power of AI and automation in business, discussing practical strategies for optimizing workflows, the best note-taking tools,…
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Annette Densham: Empowering Professionals Through the Power of Storytelling
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join us on the Wisepreneurs podcast as host Nigel Rawlins interviews Annette Densham, co-founder of the Audacious Agency. Annette shares her storytelling and personal branding expertise, discussing how these skills can help business owners and independent professionals enhanc…
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Kate Toon: Digital Marketing to Business Success
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join host Nigel Rawlins as he chats with Kate Toon, an Australian digital marketing coach and business mentor, about the essentials of building a successful online presence. In this episode, Kate shares her expertise in SEO, copywriting, running a business, and the importance…
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Gill Andrews: Secrets to High-Converting Websites
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Join host Nigel Rawlins in a captivating conversation with Gill Andrews, a conversion copywriter and website consultant, on the Wisepreneurs Podcast. Gill offers valuable insights into what makes the copy on your website truly effective in generating business, discussing topi…
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Fiona Allman-Treen: Websites as Powerful Business Assets
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. In this episode of Wisepreneurs, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Fiona Allman-Treen, an expert in website strategy and author of "Website Mastery for Business Owners Who Don't Speak Tech." During our conversation, Fiona generously shared her wealth of experience and insights on c…
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Digital Marketing Demystified: Insights from Dr. Debra Zahay-Blatz
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Nigel Rawlins talks with Dr Debra Zahay-Blatz, a marketing professor and industry expert, to explore practical strategies for leveraging data and technology to drive better marketing decisions and career growth as an independent professional. Leveraging her extensive customer…
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A Life's Work: Hazel Edwards OAM's Extraordinary Writing Journey
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Ask Nigel Rawlins a question or send feedback, click the link to text me. Hazel Edwards OAM*, an authorpreneur, shares her extraordinary journey from teaching to becoming a prolific author with an impressive portfolio of over 200 books. Hazel shares her unique perspective as a children's author, recounting her journey through the ever-evolving publ…
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Anna Molnár Unlocking the Potential of Women In Business
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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 emp…
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Tomáš Baránek: Publishing, Knowledge Management, and Well-Being in the Digital Age
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Úna Herlihy: Building The Indie List, a Haven for Freelance Marketers
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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 …
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Melisa Liberman—Mastering the Art of Value-Based Consulting
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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 off…
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Robert Vlach: Freelance Pricing and Financial Mastery
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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,…
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Marleen Deleu Bridging the Gap Between Freelancers and Organizations
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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 …
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Michelle Kvello Navigating the Corporate to Consulting Transition
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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…
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Sue Ellson: The Gigster's Guide to Lifelong Employability
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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 specialis…
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Sandra McGuire on Mastering Financial Literacy
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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 busin…
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Charlotta Darnell Psychological Strength Trainer
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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 …
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Paula Ronan's Journey Through the Heart of Marketing and Connection
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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…
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Connie Malamed on Mastering the Art of Instructional Design and Online Learning
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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 s…
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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 engagin…
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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 pr…
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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 entrep…
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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 strate…
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Mastering Executive Support with Amanda Reeves
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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 m…
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Terri Connellan: Mastering Midlife Transitions & Coaching
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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. Wi…
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Meredith Fuller OAM Psychologist on Relationships & Career Insights
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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. …
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Elina Jutelyte Crafting Connections in the Freelance World.
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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 stru…
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Professor Martin Hyde Decoding the Future of Work and Retirement
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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,…
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Gabrielle Sun on Integrating AI in Learning and Development
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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 continuousl…
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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 experi…
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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 f…
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Salina Yeung Linkedin Lead Generation Strategist
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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 …
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Mark Elliott, a business coach with heart
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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, outsou…
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Lisa-Marie Cabrelli, Renaissance Woman Returns
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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, inc…
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Lisa Ross-Marcus-a remarkable executive coach
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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 enhan…
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Matt Dowling, Founder of freelancerclub.net
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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…
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