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A Portfolio Life.

Honest conversations with people who have stepped beyond a single career - and how they designed work and lives that fit.

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What is A Portfolio Life about?

A Portfolio Life is a podcast for mid-career professionals exploring portfolio careers, multiple income streams and life beyond corporate. 34 episodes and counting.

  1. Episode artwork: One Step at a Time: Lessons from the Camino on Life, Loss & Letting Go

    Episode 34 · · 44 min

    One Step at a Time: Lessons from the Camino on Life, Loss & Letting Go

    Some journeys are about reaching a destination. Others are about reconnecting with something much deeper. ❤️ On 30th September, I set off on the Camino de Santiago from Valença, Portugal, to walk the path my mum walked years ago, sometimes up to 1,000km (!). To honour her...

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  2. Episode artwork: From Corporate to Portfolio Life: How to De-Risk Your Leap Into Entrepreneurship with Camilla Boyer

    Episode 33 · · 49 min

    From Corporate to Portfolio Life: How to De-Risk Your Leap Into Entrepreneurship with Camilla Boyer

    Most people stay trapped in corporate because it feels safer, not because it fits. Camilla Boyer reveals how she turned a high-powered tech career into a portfolio life, built a business on her own terms, and de-risked the leap before she ever quit. If you’ve ever felt pulled...

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  3. Episode artwork: How Curiosity, Not Confidence, Built a Multi-National Brand with Luigi La Tona

    Episode 32 · · 46 min

    How Curiosity, Not Confidence, Built a Multi-National Brand with Luigi La Tona

    Thunderware, Entrepreneurship, and the Case for Starting Before You Feel Ready! Susanna talks with Luigi, founder of ThunderWear, about his path from Canada to Hong Kong to Singapore, and how a long corporate career eventually gave way to building a consumer brand from scratch....

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  4. Episode artwork: Identity Shifting, Career Clarity, and Building a New Professional Identity

    Episode 31 · · 10 min

    Identity Shifting, Career Clarity, and Building a New Professional Identity

    In this solo episode, I'm exploring something I've experienced very personally: identity shifting . For me, this was the shift from a 17-year corporate career in tech into business ownership, coaching and building a portfolio career. I talk about why so many of us can feel stuck...

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  5. Episode artwork: Navigating Change: Virginia Tirado's Journey from Law to Leadership

    Episode 30 · · 44 min

    Navigating Change: Virginia Tirado's Journey from Law to Leadership

    Having spent years in the corporate landscape, most notably at Amazon and Oracle, Susanna's guest, Virginia, realised that her passion lay beyond the confines of corporate structures. "Each decade of your life brings different growth opportunities," she reflects, emphasising the...

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  6. Episode artwork: From Corporate to Canine Cuisine: Why Kameel Left Tech to Transform Pet Nutrition

    Episode 29 · · 49 min

    From Corporate to Canine Cuisine: Why Kameel Left Tech to Transform Pet Nutrition

    What happens when a successful career in tech no longer feels aligned with your purpose? In this episode of A Portfolio Life , I sit down with Kameel to explore his fascinating journey from a decade at Dell to building purpose-led businesses, including Wolf & Cook, a fresh pet...

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  7. Episode artwork: The Art of Selling Without Sleazy Selling Tactics | Portfolio Careers, Curiosity & Client Conversations with Moheb Moses

    Episode 28 · · 49 min

    The Art of Selling Without Sleazy Selling Tactics | Portfolio Careers, Curiosity & Client Conversations with Moheb Moses

    After more than 20 years since we first worked together at Citrix, I sat down with my former colleague, Moheb Moses , to explore what it really takes to build meaningful client relationships and a successful portfolio career. With over 42 years of experience in sales, channel...

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  8. Episode artwork: The Multi-Income Reset: Review, Refocus, Restart

    Episode 27 · · 30 min

    The Multi-Income Reset: Review, Refocus, Restart

    I'm back! After a 2 year hiatus on the podcast scene I've been craving to get back into speaking again, sharing my story and helping you to create, and live, a multi-income life. Expect to hear all things relating to creating a portfolio career (multiple income streams), my own...

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  9. Episode artwork: (Solo Episode) - Alot Can Happen in 6 Months - My Reflections On Life, Business and Travelling

    Episode 26 · · 18 min

    (Solo Episode) - Alot Can Happen in 6 Months - My Reflections On Life, Business and Travelling

    Alot can happen in 6 months

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  10. Episode artwork: From Setbacks to Seven Figures: Mastering Gratitude and Personal Growth through Books on the Road to Success w/ Nick Hutchison

    Episode 25 · · 59 min

    From Setbacks to Seven Figures: Mastering Gratitude and Personal Growth through Books on the Road to Success w/ Nick Hutchison

    In today’s episode we welcome Nick Hutchison - founder and CEO of Bookthinkers, a marketing agency and platform that interviews and reviews book authors in the personal growth space. We talk about all things relating to his journey from his early experience in entrepreneurship...

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  11. Episode artwork: Exploring Financial Success, Spirituality, and the Crucial Role of Polarity with Wealth Architect, Author, and Entrepreneur, w/ Mark Yegge

    Episode 24 · · 60 min

    Exploring Financial Success, Spirituality, and the Crucial Role of Polarity with Wealth Architect, Author, and Entrepreneur, w/ Mark Yegge

    In this week’s episode I speak with Mark Yegge, a Wealth Architect, Hedge Fund manager, Author and Teacher in the Financial sector and the personal development arena. We talk about his life as an entrepreneur, creating wealth and that there’s so much more than just financial...

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  12. Episode artwork: Ken Rusk on Being Intentional, How Luck Requires Risk Appetite and Having an Impact in This World

    Episode 23 · · 56 min

    Ken Rusk on Being Intentional, How Luck Requires Risk Appetite and Having an Impact in This World

    In this week’s episode I speak with Ken Rusk again after an invigorating first episode a month ago! He’s a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate showing that there’s no degree required for comfort, peace, and freedom. 3 words he lives by. Ken is here to...

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  13. Episode artwork: 3 Steps to Creating an aligned Life you Love with ease - with Susanna (Video Episode)

    Episode 22 · · 47 min

    3 Steps to Creating an aligned Life you Love with ease - with Susanna (Video Episode)

    In February of this year, I left my comfortable corporate job which on paper afforded me a stable income, and paid my mortgage for a beautiful flat in west London, a group of friends, and a routine that allowed me to travel and spend money at fancy restaurants and luxury...

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  14. Episode artwork: Quantum Leaping Your Manifestations One Retreat at a Time with Susanna (Solo Episide)

    Episode 21 · · 31 min

    Quantum Leaping Your Manifestations One Retreat at a Time with Susanna (Solo Episide)

    In this episode, I talk all about quantum leaping through retreats and my experiences in the last 2 retreats I attended in Tulum, Mexico. Listen to this episode to: Quantum leap your manifestations Understand the magic energy that a retreat gives to youIntangibles of a retreat...

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  15. Episode artwork: Corporate to Conscious: Unveiling the Journey from High-Flying Career to Transformational Coaching & Psychedelic Exploration with Zoe Walters

    Episode 20 · · 64 min

    Corporate to Conscious: Unveiling the Journey from High-Flying Career to Transformational Coaching & Psychedelic Exploration with Zoe Walters

    Zoe is a coach and business consultant, and has taught audiences with her energy, knowledge, expertise and wisdom. Her ultimate goal is to see people thrive in health, wealth and achieve success in all facets of their lives. Values drive our behaviour, thoughts, actions and so...

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  16. Episode artwork: Discover how Ken Rusk, a multi-millionaire, Entrepreneur, Coach & Author, inspires all ages to create and love their blue-collar careers with comfort, freedom and peace.

    Episode 19 · · 47 min

    Discover how Ken Rusk, a multi-millionaire, Entrepreneur, Coach & Author, inspires all ages to create and love their blue-collar careers with comfort, freedom and peace.

    In this week’s episode I speak with Ken Rusk, a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate showing that there’s no degree required for comfort, peace, and freedom. 3 words he lives by. Ken is here to tell you that you don't need a college degree (and the...

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  17. Episode artwork: Infinite curiosity & doing more of what you love - to find your purpose - w/ Susanna (Solo Episode)

    Episode 18 · · 16 min

    Infinite curiosity & doing more of what you love - to find your purpose - w/ Susanna (Solo Episode)

    In this week's episode you’ll hear from Susanna about using curiosity as a vehicle to find your purpose. You’ll learn about: What is ‘purpose’ Why it’s important to know where you’re heading in life Reasons why people stumble on trying to find their purpose How you can get...

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  18. Episode artwork: How an Awareness of Feminine & Masculine Energy Can Make You More Effective in the Workplace and In Your Personal Life - Solo Episode

    Episode 17 · · 14 min

    How an Awareness of Feminine & Masculine Energy Can Make You More Effective in the Workplace and In Your Personal Life - Solo Episode

    Today I want to talk about something I don’t talk about openly often but something that has come up a lot in conversations lately, my own life and lessons and that needs to be shared. Do you find yourself getting into conflict with people, either at work or in relationships? Do...

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  19. Episode artwork: #15 - Limiting Beliefs and What's Really Holding you Back from Realising Your Dream Life (Solo episode)

    Episode 16 · · 13 min

    #15 - Limiting Beliefs and What's Really Holding you Back from Realising Your Dream Life (Solo episode)

    Today I wanted to talk about something we don’t usually talk about and that’s fears, limiting beliefs and what’s holding you back from creating your ideal life and manifesting what you truly desire. Listen to this solo episode to uncover what could be holding you back from...

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  20. Episode artwork: #14 - How you can create a reflective journaling practice to give you clarity about what you want in your life.

    Episode 15 · · 4 min

    #14 - How you can create a reflective journaling practice to give you clarity about what you want in your life.

    Did you know that journaling brings so many benefits to your life? Set and achieve aligned goals Track and review growth Be inspired and motivated Reduce anxiety and overwhelm Clear our your monkey brain Create new neural pathways to reprogram your thoughts and emotions “Without...

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  21. Episode artwork: #13 - The Power of Journaling to Create Clear Vision and Reduce Overwhelm w/ Karmin Habibi

    Episode 14 · · 33 min

    #13 - The Power of Journaling to Create Clear Vision and Reduce Overwhelm w/ Karmin Habibi

    Do you ever wonder why journaling can be so powerful? Or where you even start? Join me in this weeks episode with Karmin Habibi, a Life Coach who's worked alongside Tony Robbins and Robert Kiyosaki and runs her own coaching practice as to the breakthroughs and manifestations...

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  22. Episode artwork: #12 - The Post Summer Blues Feeling, Why I love Retreats and Hosting a Transformational Wellness Retreat in Phuket in December

    Episode 13 · · 25 min

    #12 - The Post Summer Blues Feeling, Why I love Retreats and Hosting a Transformational Wellness Retreat in Phuket in December

    Today I speak about my experience in going to retreats around the world; from fitness, yoga, spiritual, transformational, women's retreats and why going to retreats always has me feeling better - from the inside and outside. I also talk about the inaugural retreat that I'm...

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  23. Episode artwork: #11 - From NHS Psychotherapist to successful Mumpreneur and finding herself, through Motherhood - with Laura Greenwood

    Episode 12 · · 60 min

    #11 - From NHS Psychotherapist to successful Mumpreneur and finding herself, through Motherhood - with Laura Greenwood

    In this weeks episode I speak with Laura Greenwood, a psychotherapist in the UK that has forged her own path helping mothers through matrescence and motherhood to navigate mental health wellbeing, find their voice and who they are, and with the support that mothers don't often...

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  24. Episode artwork: #10 Healing your body through emotional reframing and using the power of YOUR mind - with Zubeir Amani a Transformational Coach from Kenya

    Episode 11 · · 53 min

    #10 Healing your body through emotional reframing and using the power of YOUR mind - with Zubeir Amani a Transformational Coach from Kenya

    In this weeks episode I speak with Zubeir Amani a Transformational Coach from Kenya that experienced a traumatic and debilitating back injury that left him bed bound for almost 3 months and in and out of hospital. Listen to his story of transformation on how he healed himself -...

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  25. Episode artwork: # 9 Solo Episode - Changing your career at any age - my story at 39

    Episode 10 · · 13 min

    # 9 Solo Episode - Changing your career at any age - my story at 39

    In today’s episode I want to reflect on something that’s been coming up in conversations a lot lately with clients, friends and in recent podcasts; both on this podcast with guests and one where I was even asked this question as a guest - and it’s about changing your career and...

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  26. Episode artwork: #8 Co-living - my latest travel addiction! My experience and tips for creating your ideal lifestyle.

    Episode 9 · · 20 min

    #8 Co-living - my latest travel addiction! My experience and tips for creating your ideal lifestyle.

    In this weeks episode I’m going solo and talk about my latest addition - combining living, working and traveling all in one in stunning locations around the world. Tune in to hear my experience and journey and how you can make decisions that align with your desires. Key...

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  27. Episode artwork: #7 Mini Episode - Reflections from Scott D Clary & the Importance of Values

    Episode 8 · · 8 min

    #7 Mini Episode - Reflections from Scott D Clary & the Importance of Values

    In this weeks reflections we go back to the episode with Scott D Clary where he talks about his values. Let me start with defining what values are: Values are deeply held beliefs and principles that guide an individual's thoughts, actions, and behaviours. They represent what a...

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  28. Episode artwork: #6 Human Consciousness and awakening to what you want in your life at an early age - Camilia Berrada

    Episode 7 · · 67 min

    #6 Human Consciousness and awakening to what you want in your life at an early age - Camilia Berrada

    Camilia Berrada is a corporate turned entrepeneurial coach that loves what she does. She talks about there be no divide between work and personal because for her what she does is her passion. Tune in to hear her story and how as a Moroccan she moved to the UK and forged her own...

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  29. Episode artwork: #5 - From growing up in Greece and past life trauma to various careers from art and mental health, to marketing, and being an energy entrepreneur - with Natalia Komis

    Episode 6 · · 78 min

    #5 - From growing up in Greece and past life trauma to various careers from art and mental health, to marketing, and being an energy entrepreneur - with Natalia Komis

    In this weeks episode we hear from Natalia Komis, a spiritual business mentor and multi-faceted entrepreneur who’s navigated growing up in Greece, childhood and past life traumas and had a plethora of various careers from art and mental health, to marketing, energy healing so...

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  30. Episode artwork: # 4 - Navigating the corporate ladder in the US tea industry to embracing change, happiness and lessons from an earlier marriage - with Christian Weber

    Episode 5 · · 43 min

    # 4 - Navigating the corporate ladder in the US tea industry to embracing change, happiness and lessons from an earlier marriage - with Christian Weber

    In this weeks episode we hear from Christian Weber, a seasoned sales and operations executive in the US who has worked his way up the corporate ranks in the tea industry. From German origins (and he’s my cousin!) he talks about how he made his early career choices, wishing that...

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  31. Episode artwork: #3 - How to Blast through People's Conceptions and Saying NO more often, to Create a Life You Want to Live - with Geeta Sidhu Robb

    Episode 4 · · 71 min

    #3 - How to Blast through People's Conceptions and Saying NO more often, to Create a Life You Want to Live - with Geeta Sidhu Robb

    Join me in this episode with Geeta Sidhu-Robb, entrepreneur, mum of 5, CEO of a health business Nosh Detox and an all around boss! Key highlights: - Born and raised in Malawi, Sub-Saharan Africa, she moved to London, UK when she was 15 struggling with cultural differences and...

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  32. Episode artwork: #2 - The value of building a personal brand and what makes a good leader - with Scott D Clary

    Episode 3 · · 83 min

    #2 - The value of building a personal brand and what makes a good leader - with Scott D Clary

    My second guest is Scott D Clary from the Success Story podcast - a host of 2 successful podcasts (liquidity and liquor and Success Story), he’s also a CEO of a wellness company OmniPatch in the US, and Partner at a female investment VC. So he’s got his hands full! But he...

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  33. Episode artwork: #1 - Finding Success in your life from Corporate HR to Coach & Mum of 3 - with Laura Brunton

    Episode 2 · · 61 min

    #1 - Finding Success in your life from Corporate HR to Coach & Mum of 3 - with Laura Brunton

    My first guest guest on the 'On Being You' interview series is my fabulous coach and friend, Laura Brunton, whom I have the utmost respect for all she has done and achieved in her life. From being a mother of 3, wife and partner of 17 years with Jeff her husband, to starting and...

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  34. Episode artwork: Welcome to On Being You!

    Episode 1 · · 1 min

    Welcome to On Being You!

    Welcome to ON Being You! This is the official launch of the podcast and I'm thrilled to have you here! In this short clip I introduce the purpose of On Being You and what you can expect. I would love to hear your feedback and please if you like the podcast and theme hit subsribe...

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Guests wanted

Do you want to be interviewed on my podcast?

Yes, I am always looking for new guests. If you have a great story of entrepreneurship to tell, I would love to hear from you.

I enjoy talking with people who have left corporate life, built multiple income streams, or redesigned work so it fits around their life. Your story could be exactly what someone else needs to hear to take their own first step. No polished pitch needed - just tell me what you do and what you have learned.