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A journey to leadership; a chat with visionary global leader and role model Raj Bhogal, currently @Jazz Pharmaceuticals strategising and making things happen!

This is a wonderful discussion highlighting how to drive forward your career and create opportunities for yourself.

However, there is so much more that we cover in this episode and some of the key topics that jumped out for me:

How Raj built her successful "career" muscle
Creating opportunities and staying resilient during change and uncertainty
Making bold moves; getting on the boat and building as you go
Leading a multi-generational team as a young leader
The power of relationships; how to build and nurture your connections
Building you ultimate support circle
Plus so much more .....

As always, I would love to hear from you; where in the world you listened to the episode and what insights jumped out for you.

Thanks again for joining,

Jenn

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Thank you for joining me for the grand return of the podcast, and I am delighted to share this "chat" with Matt Walz, CEO of Trialbee an all-round awesome human.

There is something for everyone in this episode, however, as a teaser here are some of the key topics that jumped out for me:

Matt's career story from Tech > Clinical Trials
How to introduce and embed values that people want to live and breath... and that gives your organisation a strategic edge
Making bold moves; Matt shares insights on how he set himself up for success during times of transition and as a first time CEO
Authentic leadership; the personal growth journey to be the leader you want to be
The power of connection; how to leverage relationships as a leader in a virtual global world
How Matt's daughter inspired a deeper commitment to clinical trials
The importance of accepting yourself, and loving yourself, exactly as you are
The innovative ways Trialbee brings their people together to combat isolation
Linkedin and "being Matt", the person behind the job title
Finding your support circle... and Matt's unique "life mentor"
Plus so much more .....

As always, I would love to hear from you; where in the world you listened to the episode and what insights jumped out for you.

Thanks again for joining,

Jenn

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Every now and then you connect with someone with such great energy, who you feel like you have known your entire life… Emilie is one of those people, and so it is with such joy that I bring this chat to you.

In this insightful episode we dive into topics such as how to be the master of your own destiny, tap into your own inner wisdom to create a meaningful career and life, and how to be your whole self at work.
Plus some more teasers:

Leaning into “flow” and your instincts to create a meaningful career
The importance of knowing yourself and building strong inner-trust
The moment Emilie realised she didn’t have to, or want to, conform to traditional leadership ideals
The value of adding more holistic methods to a modern leaders “toolkit”
The power of saying no, so you can say yes to the right things
Why you need to communicate your career aspirations to those around you
Emilie’s game-changing hack to help make better, and quicker, decisions
How integrating mindfulness and visualisation techniques can transform workplace culture and transform individuals
The impact of loneliness and isolation during the pandemic

Tune in, I hope you take the inspiration you need to explore new paths and trust in your own journey from this energising chat.

There is something for everyone!

Jenn

PS - if you are interested in finding out more about Emilie’s work around energetics and how she supports others tune into their intuition and live their best lives, check out her website here: https://www.hoist-the-colors.com/

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What can I say, Ashley Cox and I have grownup in the Pharmaceutical industry together.

Since we first met over 19 years ago, and I hired her into the industry (I have a knack for identifying top talent!), it has been an absolute joy to see her career evolve and go from strength to strength.

Ashley now heads up the European region for Eversana Consulting as Senior Principal, and is the UK President for the Healthcare Businesswoman’s Association.

In this fun chat we reminisce, give advice to our younger selves, and explore all areas of Ash’s leadership career. The highs, the lows, and everything in between.

It was so much fun to record this interview, and it is an absolute joy to bring it to you, jam-packed full of insights and tips.

A few teasers:

Navigating redundancy and curve-balls at work
Giving yourself permission to be authentically you, and then finding the right environment to thrive
The importance of getting comfortable with discomfort
The value of having a coach, and building a robust support crew around you
How to support the next generation of talent in this virtual working world
Expanding your career horizons through networking and volunteering
The power of stepping back as a leader
Getting comfortable with the fact not everyone will like you

Plus so much more…

As always, I would love to hear what jumps out to you from this powerful conversation!

Jenn

As always, I love to hear what jumped out to you from this conversation. DM me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

Feel free to EMAIL me @ jenn@jennfenwick.com

Want to work together? Let’s find a time to chat: https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/jenn-fenwick/virtual-coffee-call

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Carolina has such an incredible story; from having leukemia at 16, to now working as the GM for the Netherlands at Amgen having an incredible impact on patients and people.

It is full of energy, inspiration, insights and motivation.

There is something for everyone within this wonderful interview.

A few teasers:

Prioritising your health and “life” whilst progressing your career
The importance of having a robust support crew and community around you
The secret ingredient; bringing yourself to work and embracing your individuality
Why every leader needs to do the “internal work” to take their leadership to the next level
Being conscious as a leader; the power of self-reflection
Where to start with making an impact in your first 90 days
The power of vulnerability as a leader
Breaking career ceilings and creating opportunities for yourself

As always, I would love to hear what jumps out to you from this powerful conversation!

Jenn

As always, I love to hear what jumped out to you from this conversation. DM me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

Feel free to EMAIL me @ jenn@jennfenwick.com

Want to work together? Let’s find a time to chat: https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/jenn-fenwick/virtual-coffee-call

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I have been following the rise of the Chief of Staff role closely over the last few years. If I was still in corporate, it would be a role I would love!

In this episode I chat with my friend Dillon Taylor who shares his awesome career story, as well as the superpowers you need to be a Chief of Staff as well as an authentic leader.

Some teasers from the episode:

Navigating the grey; the importance of being comfortable with discomfort as a leader
Making bold moves; From Firefighter to Chief of Staff leading Disaster Management
Overcoming “no’s” and knock-backs in your career
How the hardest part is just getting started
How you work through the fear of doing something
The rising role of the Chief of Staff
Visibility, and putting yourself out there
Authentic leadership, finding your way of leading
The power of role-models; being them and having them

Plus so much more!

Find out more about my new Pivotal mastermind: https://jennfenwick.com/pivotal
As always, I love to hear what jumped out to you from this conversation. DM me on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

Feel free to EMAIL me @ jenn@jennfenwick.com

Want to work together? Let’s find a time to chat: https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/jenn-fenwick/virtual-coffee-call

Jenn

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Wow, you are in for a treat! I am delighted to share this interview with Agata Bloswick, Global Head of Clinical Operations at Labcorp, and responsible for 1500 people globally.

This chat is jam-packed with insights and stories to inspire you regardless of where you are at in your career.

Agata has such incredible energy, and is a role-model on so many levels. We need to have more visible leaders like Agata showing us what is possible.

A teaser of what we talk about:

How Agata navigated career challenges and curve-balls
Inspiration on how to create career opportunities for yourself
The power of finding your authentic leadership voice
Breaking stereotypes and perceptions, including your own.
Leaning into curiosity as a leader
Connecting with others and leading in a virtual world
How to reverse engineer your career
Her tips on navigating your first 90 days in a new leadership role
Work and life… how to make them work

Plus so much more!

Would love to hear from you and what resonated from this episode!

Jenn

PS - if you are a looking to explore working together, and would like to book in a time to chat - here is the link to book in here: https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/jenn-fenwick/intro-call-4

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It gives me so much joy to bring this podcast episode to you. Sachin represents why I wanted to start #chatswithleaders - showcasing leaders and role-models with great stories, and who have found their way of leading.

Sachin has had an awesome career in tech, although it wasn’t until his 2nd year at university that he first discovered computers!

He has worked within organisations in hyper growth such as Fanduel here he led teams of 100s of engineers to now being in charge of engineering at Multiverse, a mission-driven tech startup transforming the apprenticeship space.

This episode is full of inspiration - laughter - stories, however, a few teasers:

Making bold moves aligned to his personal values
Moving into leadership; how he got comfortable with who he was as a leader
How to go from managing experts to managing leaders
The importance of building trust and psychological safety within your teams
Vulnerability and being ok without always having the answers
Role models; who helped shape Sachin into the person he is today
Being visible and inspiring the next generation

Plus so much more…

Would love to hear your thoughts on this one!

Jenn

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

Send me a message on LinkedIn to find out more about my PRIVATE COACHING

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Thought leadership, it is a term we hear over & over, however, what really is it? How do we leverage it to make an impact and build trust?

And, where do we even start?

Today’s episode is an absolute treat; I’m chatting to Leading Journalist and Content Strategist, Nick Huber about how every-day leaders can stand out and raise visibility (for the right reasons) using the power of great content and thought leadership.

Nick has written for the likes of the BBC, Financial Times, The Guardian and supported Organisations like Goldman Sachs, Sage, PwC, KPMG, HSBC, Procter & Gamble with their content and PR strategies.

During this episode we talk about thought leadership; why you need to do it… and how to do it well!

A few other episode teasers:

Nick’s awesome career story; freelancing before it was “cool” and making courageous transitions
How to get started with sharing content as a leader
Increasing your visibility; creating career opportunities through thought leadership
The difference between marketing and thought leadership
How to engage with journalists to pitch ideas for content and be included in articles

Ultimately, thought leadership done well can help you to raise your visibility and stand out from the crowd (for the right reasons) as a leader, as well as driving your Organisation’s bottom line.

I loved having this chat with Nick and it is a great intro if you are thinking about raising your visibility next year!

Nick has an incredible track record of working with leaders, and Organisations, to produce awesome content. Interested in speaking with him about how he could support you or your Organisation? Reach out to him: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-huber-1070559/

Enjoy the episode!

Jenn

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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I am fascinated by career paths, and Charmaine has an incredible story!

We talk about how she went from working in the toy industry to VP at one of the largest Pharmaceutical companies in the world, responsible for building out their European Centre of Excellence.

It is such a fun and refreshing conversation, and showcases the importance of injecting fun and energy into leadership.

So if, like me, you are inspired by those who have carved their own paths then you are going to love this episode.

As a teaser, we talk about:

The power of the career pivot; thinking out of the (toy) box
How to use volunteering to grow your career
Network; building communities and connections
Give yourself a confidence boost using self-reflection
Leadership and role-modelling
Creating an environment where your team can bring their best to work
Why your own internal story is THE most important story of all
Comparisonitis; getting comfortable with being you

Charmaine is such an incredible human and role-model, who has positively impacted so many. This episode is full of insights - inspiration - laughs.

Would love to hear what you think!

Jenn

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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It is an absolute pleasure to bring this interview to you with global tech leader Vinnie Rossi who has a refreshing approach to leadership, and an awesome career story to share.

Working in fast-growing Tech organisations is exciting on one hand and full of opportunities for growth and development, yet can also be overwhelming and tricky to navigate. What I love about Vinnie is his ability to stay cool - calm - collected, regardless of the challenges and accelerated growth going on around him.

There are insights and lessons for every leader within this interview.

How to stay “chill” as a leader during accelerated organisational growth
What it means to be a leader, and how to grow your leadership career
The importance of having a support crew around you
Navigating uncertainty; why all leaders need to learn this skill
Tips on moving into a strategic leadership role
Time-blocking; why you need to be in the driving seat with your calendar
Building and leading a 100% remote team
The power of just “going” to overcome decision paralysis....
How to make time for life in a world that is constantly “on”

Vinnie is a legend and I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to partner with him in the past as he navigated a few of his bold moves. I hope you enjoy listening to this chat as much as I enjoyed having it!

Jenn

PS … Check out the opportunities over at Fanatics, it is an exciting place to work and they are hiring now!

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

Send me a message on LinkedIn to find out more about my PRIVATE COACHING

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This episode is an absolute cracker! Filled to the brim with insights and stories, and we have a whole lot of fun too.

Kim aka “The Chaos Coordinator”, is a refreshing leader and inspiring role model and there is something for everyone in this episode.

A little teaser:

Kim shares her own inspiring career story
The privilege, and responsibility, of leadership and being a role model
The power of community and connection in a virtual world
Creating an environment where people can thrive
Leaning into your growth mindset, and learning something every day
Developing the next generation of talent
Oh, and just how she got the reputation for being the “chaos coordinator”

This interview is exactly why I wanted to create the podcast, to showcase the incredible people-focused leaders and role models out there showing up authentically.

I know you will enjoy this as much as I did recording it!

Jenn

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Matthew Gowen has had an awesome career over the last 20 years, approaching it with a sense of adventure and fun.

He first began his career as a technologist in 2001 in the Pharmaceutical industry, and then leveraged his understanding of science and technology to transition into senior commercial roles in the software industry. Working for incredible companies such as Thomson Reuters and Veeva, and more recently being part of the startup journey with Pangea.

Matthew’s sweet spot is working with tech companies to break into new markets and building high performing cultures. Exciting stuff!

In this podcast episode we talk about:

The importance of visibility; how to get noticed by the right people
Making bold career transition moves; cross functional and cross industry
How being turned down for his first management role made him a better leader
Chit chat; taking the time to connect with people above and beyond the day job
Having a “north star” to help you make better career and life decisions
Building confidence by saying yes to new challenges
Moving from Manager to “Leader”
The “fun” of startup life

Plus so much more!

Matthew has such a down to earth approach to work and life, and was a joy to chat with.

Enjoy!
Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Networking; building connections and nurturing relationships, used to be something I did regularly and with ease.

However, in 2020 the twins were born - pandemic kicked off - my business grew - world became more virtual - I became less flexible ...and a little time-poor!

It has become something I squeeze in, or am reactive to.

Only spending time nurturing those relationships that are in my immediate realm of work / life.

It felt like my network shrunk.

Recently I decided to shake things up, however, and prioritise time for "coffee chats". (Want to book in for one? Link in comments section..)

Reconnecting with people.

Connecting with new people.

It has given me SUCH joy.

In this podcast episode I chat about how sparking conversations I have been able to:

Help solve some burning career and leadership issues
Facilitate other connections and intros
Learnt stuff .. my brain is just bursting!
Challenged my perspective
Rekindled old partnerships; planted the seeds for new ones
Sparked inspiration and ideas in others
Asked for advice around some of my own challenges
Felt supported and part of a community

WOAHHHHH, HOW AWESOME IS THAT

... all from a few coffee chats / week.

As always, LOVE to hear from you.

Does this resonate?

Jenn

PS - don't forget to book in that coffee ... or tea ... or G&T.
https://portal.jennfenwick.com/public/appointment-scheduler/62d7d893ac3089b5eee13f4a/schedule

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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What do you want your legacy to be as a leader, and as a person?

How do you want to live your life?

What impact do you want to make?

In today’s podcast episode we talk about asking yourself the important questions as a leader, and so much more!

Pascal has a wonderful story; from punk journalist to a high-flying corporate career at Microsoft, to improving work and life for migraine sufferers in his role as CEO of Migraine Ireland.

What stands out about Pascal is his refreshing take on what it is to be a leader; staying true to your personal values and being a good human being too.

I knew Pascal had a great story from our first interaction on Linkedin, and I am delighted to be sharing it with you today.

On today’s episode we chat about:

Why he doesn’t read leadership books or watch motivational speakers
Loneliness as a leader; why we need to talk about it more
Key questions every leader needs to ask themselves
Living an uncompromising life; choosing happiness over job title
Why Chief People Officers should be valued as much as Chief Financial Officers
Supporting your leaders from Day 1; the importance of onboarding leaders effectively
Demystifying Migraine; why migraine needs to be a key DE&I topic for Organisations
Approaching careers with no plan; embracing an unorthodox career path

As always, I would love to hear from you and what stands out about this podcast episode.

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

Send me a message on LinkedIn to find out more about my PRIVATE COACHING

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One of the worst parts of the big C, was the impact it had on my mindset - throwing me into a fear zone - losing a sense of who I was - making me want to hide away from the world.

Finding my way back was a journey.

In this emotionally charged podcast episode I share how I went from rock bottom and “existing” to living an authentic and courageous life. One of my design!

I chat about:

The importance of reconnecting with your personal values
Key questions to ask yourself when you derail, to get you back on track
How to move out of fear-based living and decision-making
Building a compelling vision to inspire and motivate you when you feel stuck
The fact we have 2 lives….
What it means to be true to yourself, and how it can change your life

I’m a leadership coach who speaks about life, because I value both. I help leaders across the globe find their sweet spot between ambition and living an awesome, and authentic life.

This is part of my story in living my best authentic life.

Enjoy,

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Hack your brain; change your life. I live by this!

We all experience stress during growth and change, it’s how we are wired. We all experience it differently, yet we all have good and bad reactions.

Being self-aware is an absolute MUST as a leader; however, what you do with this information is the game-changer.

As we progress our careers and grow our businesses, it is essential that we prioritise time for mindset work to ensure that our own brains are not the number 1 derailer or block we have.

Let’s face it, there are enough challenges and complexities out there as a modern leader, we shouldn’t be fighting against ourselves too. Right?

Today’s episode I share:

How I uncovered my de-railers, and how I navigate them.
Why this has been a game-changer for me in my career (and life probably too!)
Stories from a few of my leaders … I love a story, don’t you know!
The importance of this for leaders to unlock potential and progress their careers
Some simple ways you can improve your own ability to navigate stress and growth

Let me know what jumps out to you from this episode.

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Today’s interview is with the coolest CEO around; Guy Levy-Yurista of Synthace. Guy has had THE most awesome career … from sommelier (very cool!) and being a real-life “Q” for the special forces, to global leader across startups to Fortune 500s, and everything in between.

I love Guy’s approach to work and life…

“Believe the impossible by breakfast; deliver the improbable by lunch.”

This episode is jam packed with career, leadership and life insights in the most wonderful of interviews. You will take inspiration from this regardless of where you are at in your own career.

A few conversation teasers:

Personal growth; how curiosity can lead to awesome career decisions
The key life advice Guy gives to his team; the importance of being vs doing
The power of our imaginations; why we are our own biggest limit
How to make bold leadership transitions across industries
The lesson of the “scraped knee”; what we can learn from children
Leadership; discovering who you are as a leader and truly owning it
WWPD; what we can all learn from Captain Picard…..
Measuring sleepless nights as a leader

PLUS so much more.

Checkout Guy’s profile here linkedin.com/in/guylevyyurista

As always, I’d love to hear from you and what takeaways you have from this episode.

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Being a leader is TOUGH right now.

Complex - overwhelming - huge amounts of pressure.

Throw in organisational growth - change - virtual working - life, and it is no surprise that more leaders are more burnt out than ever before.

So, in this short episode we look at some of the insights that my recent podcast guests have shared that help them navigate modern leadership.

Reflecting on modern leadership, and why it can feel so uncomfortable
How do global leaders navigate the complexity of modern leadership?
- Getting comfortable with discomfort
- Having a strong support crew
- Building visions more powerful than our fears
- Embracing learning … and curiosity
- Having work-life boundaries
The importance of making time to reflect and make a work-life audit

And, a gentle nudge from me to you….

Make time to reflect on all that you are celebrating so far this year, where you are getting stuck and what next.

If you are a leader looking for support in navigating a period of growth and change this year, book in a time to chat about how we can partner together: INSERT LINK TO CALENDAR

Looking forward to hearing what resonates.

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Today’s interview is with the awesome Helen Packam, TedX Curator and speaker, Radio DJ, Communication Strategist and Speaker coach working with entrepreneurs and leaders to maximise their communication.

We talk about Helen’s personal career story, insights and tips around how to find your voice and make an impact speaking. Plus so much more…

How to stand out and communicate your story
Embracing the dark side as well as the light in storytelling
Finding your voice; where to start if you want to start speaking up
The power of our internal belief system
The impact of parenthood on our confidence and career
Navigating the discomfort of learning and growth
Why communication is a skill we need to hone now, more than ever
Finding your Ted talk idea… and why we need people like YOU sharing your story!

Inspired to start sharing your story? Interested in finding out how to find your TedX idea worth sharing? Download this free checklist from Helen: http://helenpackham.com/tedx-checklist/

As always, I’d love to hear from you and what takeaways you have from this episode.

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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It is a privilege to share Morgan’s career story with you, as a previous client I have had the pleasure to get to know her over the last 18 months and she has such incredible energy, and a great perspective on work and life.

We talk about how doing the jobs no one else wants to do, or the things that people don’t understand, can give you an edge and accelerate your career.

And, how to get comfortable in who you are as a leader and own your place at the table.

Plus so much else! Some of the teasers, and what to expect:

“Bloom where you are planted” and other top career advice
The importance of boundaries… and why everyone needs a “Boundary Parrot”
Finding sponsors; being bold and asking senior leaders to chat
Managing a high-intensity leadership role with a young family
Why leaders need to make time for small-talk with their people
Being kind to yourself, and other tips around returning from parental leave

Would love to hear what resonates with you from this episode!

Jenn

NB - all thoughts are Morgan's own, and not reflective of her employer.

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/

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Are you holding yourself back from making a bold career move?

Have you found yourself in an “ambition rut”, for fear of burning out?

Virtual working got you over-thinking more than ever, and doubting yourself?

I hear these stories all the time, the pandemic and virtual working has impacted leaders in many ways. Some positive, others not so …

Over the last few years we have started reflecting on the life we really want. The great resignation has shown just how many people needed a reset.

However, many leaders have had a knee-jerk reaction to “life before”, and have taken a step away from pushing the boundaries at work and setting ambitious career goals.

We can definitely have BOTH.

In this episode we chat about reigniting your ambition so you can have an impact as a leader

Having a career that inspires and challenges you, whilst having time for life.
How to get out that ambition rut and start making bolder career moves
My experience of working with global leaders, and what we all share …
How to get comfortable with the discomfort that comes with growth
Why we need more leaders lie you in the C-suite making an impact
The importance of role models; having them and being them
Why we need to lean into our growth mindset

As always, let me know what jumps out to you!

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

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Today’s interview is with Executive VP of Launch Commercialisation Data Science @ Veramed, Alex Schacht who has an awesome career story to share.

Alex has had an awesome career spanning 20+ years; working with Organisations to develop and launch new medicines across a wide-range of disease areas, positively impacting patients across the globe. Plus so much more…

His track record is impressive, however, it is his approach to work and leadership, and the way he sees the world that really grabs me. We hit it off straight away, sharing many of the same values; creativity, trust and courage

This is a fun chat where we talk about navigating fear, opening ourselves up to vulnerability and making courageous decisions… oh and Beyonce gets a mention too!

A few teasers…

Leading without the job title; how to influence cross-functional teams
How he overcame the fear of public speaking
How to build manage a virtual team
Creative thinking in an analytical discipline
Being comfortable with not being the expert as a leader
The power of storytelling; the stories we tell others… and ourselves!
Why you need to be conscious about how you start your day

This is a gem of an episode, jam-packed with insights and tips for everyone.

ENJOY!

Jenn

Please also check out Alex’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-schacht-75ab664/

Also, Alex’s podcast “The Effective Statistician” here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-effective-statistician-in-association-with-psi/id1360198752

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

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I love the power of stories; to inspire, empower and transform.

In my role as a leadership coach I have the privilege of helping leaders own their stories, and write their next chapters.

Along the way, I get to meet awesome leaders who have a great story to share.

Today’s interview is with C-Space’s Chief People Officer, Phil Burgess, who speaks openly and honestly about navigating change and supporting people through turbulent times.

We also talk about the incredible lockdown activity his family started that sparked a global movement!

A few teasers:

Embracing messiness as a leader
Sparking change and inspiring others; the environmental movement his family started during lockdown
How to build trust during uncertain and turbulent times
The power of the pause…
Supporting your people with wellbeing at work
Building a culture for success with new ways of working
How to get comfortable being more visible as a leader

Plus SO much more!

I am excited to share it with you, and as always please drop me a note to let me know what resonates with you.

Jenn

PS Make sure to follow Phil and his family on their @just1bag2020 instagram page to see the awesome work they are doing. Or check out their website www.just1bag.us

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

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I love the power of stories; to inspire, empower and transform.

In my role as a leadership coach, I have the privilege of helping leaders own their stories, and write their next chapters.

Along the way, I get to meet awesome leaders who have a great story to share.

In this episode, I am excited to chat with Lauren Fovargue, a Global Software Executive with a self-professed “random” career path. From “bad academic” to inspiring leader and role-model dedicated to her people, this episode is full of great insights!

We chat about work, life and everything in between! A few teasers:

How curiosity can be a superpower for your career
Role models; having them and being them
Saying yes to bold adventures… and figuring out the details later
The importance of finding the right environment to thrive
How everyone should have a “Burnout Protocol”

Plus SO much more!

I am excited to share it with you, and as always please drop me a note to let me know what resonates with you.

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome
Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Where to find Jenn:

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Need a boost of confidence… and quick?

Perhaps you are about to make a big career decision, and you are over-thinking it?

Or maybe you have just started a new leadership role, and are wondering whether you can make a success of it?

Well in this short podcast episode, I have you covered!

I am all about simple hacks that have a big impact, so join me as I share how the simple act of self-reflection can:

give yourself a boost of confidence
keep you grounded when you find yourself in an over-thinking spiral
help you make more courageous career decisions
feel a sense of calm, in the knowledge of just how much you can handle!

Look forward to hearing how looking back, has helped you launch forwards!

Jenn

Watch the FREE Bye Bye Imposter Syndrome class: https://www.jennfenwick.com/bye-imposter-syndrome

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I love the power of stories; to inspire, empower and transform.

In my role as a leadership coach I have the privilege of helping leaders own their stories, and write their next chapters.

Along the way, I get to meet awesome leaders who have a great story to share.

In this episode I am excited to chat with Justin Kerestes, a Global Tech Leader who has led international teams for Bank of America, Amazon/Audible and Fanduel.

We chat about work, life and everything inbetween! A few teasers:

How to get comfortable with who you are as a leader
Leading in a pandemic; how to support your people in a virtual world
Saying yes to bold adventures; moving your family across the globe
How to let go and give your people the space to fail
Making time for life, whilst working for an Organisation in hyper-growth
Tips on how he progressed his Tech leadership career

This interview is full of insights and stories, and I am excited to share it with you!

Look forward to hearing what jumps out to you from this episode!

Jenn

Where to find Jenn:

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Time is our most precious resource. So, how we use it should be prioritised, right?

However, managing time (and energy) is still one of the top conversations I have with the leaders I work with, as so often it is holding them back from thriving and not just surviving.

In this episode I share the moment that I started to be more conscious with how I used my time, as well as some tips around how you can get back in the driving seat with yours.

We’ll look at:

How to be more ruthless with your calendar
Saying no > so you can say yes to the right things
How really knowing your priorities will stop you from doing too much
The importance of self-awareness around managing energy v time
Being more empowered to speak up to make change to your culture/environment
Why you need to challenge your own assumptions
Embracing the art of slow…

So, plug in this episode, get out for a walk or run, and enjoy!

Jenn

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Love your current Organisation, but feeling stuck as to where your next career move lies?

However, what if you want to stay working with your current employer?

To continue to build on the strong foundations you have laid?

To continue to enjoy the environment you know, and the colleagues like?

Well, this episode is just for you.

So much of the career, or job searching, advice we see online is helping people with making a move to another organisation.

In this episode I am going to chat about:

How you can use the 3 “C’s” - Curiosity - Clarity - Conversations, to drive forward your “internal career”
How to find career clarity, when you don’t fit onto your Org’s traditional career ladder
How to overcome frustration, and start creating opportunities for yourself
How to approach your job search from a place of confidence
How to spark conversations and get on the radar of the right people

Plus some pretty cool stories, and case studies, thrown in to add some real-life colour!

Would love to hear what jumps out to you from the episode.

Want to give yourself a strategic edge; job searching and driving forward your career from a place of confidence?

Download my “How to job search like a pro” workbook, which walks you through my process and will give you all the prompts you need to start taking action today. https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Wondered how people move into positions that you didn’t even see advertised?

Feel uninspired by the roles available online?

Would you rather stick pins in your eyes than upload another CV to an online job portal?

Unsure how to get on the radar of the right people? And how to position yourself?

You are not alone. However, it doesn't have to be this way...

Over the years I have supported 1000s of people, from entry-level to first-time CEO, as they make bold steps in their careers.

What I have observed in my time is just how few people know how to approach job hunting.

Plugging your CV into online portals or relying on recruiters alone is not enough if you want to nail the job you really want.

As you progress your career, the number of leadership roles available drop, so you need to step things up and get a little more creative and strategic!

That's why I love sharing and working with people to approach this process.

If done right, it can be an incredibly empowering process and give you a boost of confidence. Now how does that sound?

Well, let's get you started!

On today's (slightly longer) podcast episode I share how you can start job hunting like a pro and approach your job search strategically and confidently, so you can land the role you really want.

To make sure you get the most out of this episode, I have pulled together a workbook so you can start putting the learnings into practice right away. Click the link here to access: https://www.jennfenwick.com/job-hunting-like-a-pro

Enjoy!

Jenn

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How do you approach goal setting?

As a coach who first started coaching in the sporting world, I have seen firsthand the power of visualisation in pushing the boundaries and achieving your goals.

When it comes to January, many people focus on work goals and throw in some resolutions for good measure. However, these can drop off fairly quickly and feel like something you “should do” vs building a compelling vision of what you are “inspired to do”.

In this episode I share how you can build a more holistic vision for your year, setting goals that are motivational across both work and life.

How you approach January can set you up for an incredible year ahead; so find that clarity around your aspirations and start laying the foundations now.

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Starting a new leadership role is a rollercoaster regardless of experience level.

It might be your first management role or your first time as an Exec.

It might be an internal promotion or joining a whole new organisation.

A secondment, an international placement, or a return from parental leave.

Regardless, leadership “transitions” are full of complexities (and anxieties).

So, what if you knew you could transition with ease and confidence, setting yourself up for success early on?

In this episode I share how to navigate transitions with ease and confidence. I hope it changes the way you approach new roles, and encourages you to raise your hand earlier for future positions and challenges!

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Who are your role models?

What is it about these individuals that has inspired you?

What have you learnt from them?

What impact have they had on your career and life?

Role-modelling is a topic I cover with all of my leaders; it is a game-changer in helping leaders truly embody who they want to be as a leader and how they show up and behave.

In episode 2 of season 2 of my #chatswithjenn podcast I explore the power of role-models and share one of my greatest role-models, and how this person has helped me to carve my own path in my career over the years.

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Welcome back to The Chats with Jenn podcast! In the first episode of Season 2, I'm catching you up with everything that has happened over the past two years... spoiler I've had twins!

If you're ready for a breath of fresh air, take a listen to today's episode as I share with you my own career journey, giving you an insight into who I am and how I have driven forward my career over the years.

I want the Chats with Jenn podcast to inspire, empower and accelerate your own career and learning journey; helping you find that sweet spot between being ambitious with your career and having life. Yes you can have both!

Enjoy!

Jenn

Where to find Jenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennfenwick/
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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, Career Transition and Leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps in their careers and this podcast is a way of me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way; leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

My next guest is Amy Schultz, Talent Acquisition Director at Linkedin. Originally from Australia, she has lived in China, Singapore and now resides in the Bay Area where she leads a Talent Acquisition group for LinkedIn’s exciting Product Organisation!

Amy has worked in Start-Ups, helping to build companies from the ground-up, and in Multi-Nationals across Tech, Pharma and Recruitment sectors. This background has enabled her to see talent and technology from all angles and how both need to engage.

Tune in to hear:

Why moving to China was the best decision Amy ever made
About work-life "rhythm" and getting in your personal flow
What we can learn from the days before mobile phones ;-)
Embracing authenticity and vulnerability as a leader
About building your personal "Board of directors"
How to approach a big career transition
Plus loads more golden nuggets...

...interested in talent from an organisational perspective?

We also chat:

How Linkedin has nailed their vision, values and culture
Just how Linkedin engages and retains their talent!

..and what your Organisation can learn too!

Sit back, and enjoy!

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps in their careers and this podcast is a way of me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way; leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

Our next episode features the awesome Paul Reynolds, Vice President of Marketing at Galapagos; a Biotechnology company doing incredible work in bringing innovative medicines to the patients who need them.

Paul is an absolute character, and has an inspiring career story which I'm sure you all will enjoy.

Tune in if you would like to hear ...

...how to manage your energy, so you can be your best both at work and home.

...why you need to stop fixating on job title, to get the job you really want.

...how to tackle your first months in a new leadership role.

...how self-awareness can give you that strategic edge.

Plus so much MORE!

Enjoy!

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps in their careers. The Rebel Road podcast is me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

Today's guest is the incredible Jene Roestorf, CEO and Founder of LUXE Botanics, a luxury skincare company that is innovated by nature, designed to nurture.

Jene was born in South Africa, and her passion for the biological world, coupled with a natural creative flair, lead her to study biotechnology. She spent 10 years working in Pharmaceutical research, before deciding to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams.

Jene’s story is full of self-discovery and tips, and I’m so excited to share this story with you.

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps in their careers. The rebel road podcast is me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

Today's guest is Adam Gordon, Co-founder and CEO of Candidate ID, an award winning talent pipeline platform.

A great career story, where we talk everything from wanting to be a rockstar "when he grew up" to now rocking the Recruitment and Tech world!

Some of the topics covered:
Adam's career evolution and what has helped him drive forward his career
Taking risks and making bold moves
Why you should surround yourself with people who disagree with you
The importance of prioritizing family time and setting work-life boundaries
* How Adam's business is revolutionizing the recruitment experience
Plus so much more...

So sit back and enjoy!

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, Career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps in their careers. The Rebel Road podcast is a way of me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

Today's guest is Jeanne Hecht, an incredible global leader who has positively impacted so many over the years. Currently Jeanne is CEO at Ora, a Clinical Research Organisation specialising in bringing ophthalmic innovations to the patients who need them.

This episode is bursting with insights around work, life and everything inbetween....and not one to be missed!

Want to know what adventures have in common with careers?
How bird watching can give you a strategic edge?
How to be at your best as a leader?
Why you need to curb "busy-ness"?
On the power of vulnerability...

Of course you do!

So sit back and relax... or let us join you on that morning run, you'll come away inspired - promise!

Enjoy - Jenn

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, Career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps and their careers. The Rebel Road podcast is a way of me sharing some of the awesome stories, and learnings, of people I've met along the way; leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

My next guest is Paul Reid, a Tech entrepreneur, investor and leader, who has a track record of successfully building and selling businesses. Paul shares his wonderful story of entrepreneurship, including the highs and the lows of his journey.

In this episode we talk :
 Timing and taking chances
 Why you should never make big decisions on the low days
 Living by an "Employee first, client second" approach
 What it takes to build a successful business
 Plus so much more .......

“If you look after your people, then they’ll look after your business and your customers” –Paul

I am a huge fan of the work that Paul and his team are doing, having recently launched "Trickle" - an incredible platform that gives employees a voice and is revolutionising the way organisation's receive feedback from their people.

If you have ever considered starting your own business, this one is most definitely for you!

Enjoy!

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps and their careers. The rebel road podcast is a way of me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

My next guest is Melinda Matthews, CEO of CodeClan, and a champion of the growing tech sector here in Scotland. Melinda has had an exciting career working as a global leader for the likes of IBM, and shares with us her adventurous approach to both work and life.

This is a cracking episode full of hot career tips and life advice, so sit back and tune in!

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps and their careers. The Rebel Road podcast is me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

Our next podcast guest is Peju Oshisanya, Global Clinical Development Leader at BenevolentAI, working at the forefront of clinical development and driving forward the conversation around the importance of diversity in data.
After gaining extensive experience with major pharmaceutical organisations in the world of clinical development, Peju now works in the exciting world of AI.

Peju is also an International keynote speaker and panelist at various International Conferences and European Chapter Lead for Women of Colour in Pharma (WOCIP).

A woman of many talents!

In this episode we talk about how:

How to drive forward your career
The power of networking to get the job you really want
Transferring experience from Clinical Research to the world of AI (Artificial Intelligence)
The importance of diversity in Clinical Drug Development
Having Imposter Syndrome
Why you need to start saying "no" more
How to inject more of what you love into life

Oh, and how Peju inspired me to have an incredible year of adventures!

Enjoy!

Jenn

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, Career transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to take brave, bold steps and their careers. This podcast is me sharing some of the awesome stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

Today's inspiring leader is Omar Luqmaan-Harris, author of Leader Board: The DNA of High Performance Teams, he currently resides in Sao Paulo, Brazil, working as Country Manager for Allergan.

“You don’t know who you are until you put yourself into very unfamiliar situations” –Omar

Omar has been responsible for teams of 700+ people and is also an incredible author, just launching "Leaderboard", a book looking at the DNA of High Performance Teams.

Tune in to hear us talk about:
 Throwing yourself into unfamiliar situations
 The power of self discovery
 Developing who you are as a leader
 His unique approach to hiring
 How to build a high performing team
 Prioritising the things you love in life
 How to approach challenging leadership transitions

Plus so much more!

Omar has an amazing story and I’m delighted to share this with you.

Jenn

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Hi and welcome to the Rebel Road podcast. I'm Jenn Fenwick, Career Transition and leadership coach at Rebel Road coaching. I work with leaders across the world to navigate the challenges of career transitions, and over the years I have supported over 1000 people take bold, brave steps in their careers. The Rebel Road podcast is me sharing some of the inspiring stories of people I've met along the way, leaders across the globe doing awesome things.

For my very first episode I have the wonderful Reshma Ramachandran, Global Head of Engineering at ABB, as my guest. In this inspiring interview, Reshma shares how she went from being a young girl studying by candlelight in a rural Indian village without power ..to now living in Switzerland and heading up a group of 1800 engineers across the globe...(wow!)

..bringing power to the world!

Reshma is an incredible leader and all-round inspiring person, and I am delighted to be able to share her story with you.

We talk careers, life and everything inbetween.

A few key discussion points:
the importance of role models / mentoring / sponsorship
finding your authentic voice and leadership style
paving the way for the next generation
finding your "true north" and purpose beyond work
the importance of self-awareness
creating a culture of belongingness with your people

..and just how uncomfortable that comfort zone can be! ;-)

So sit back, tune in... and enjoy!

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