The Path Less Chosen Pod

Our episode with Sam Leeming, the former pro rugby player turned transformative performance coach is out now! 🏉 After his promising sports career was cut short by injury and illness, Sam decided to play with the cards he was dealt and ensure he was able to help others in the process. 🃏 In this episode, we uncover: How a severe concussion and a lymphoma diagnosis at 23 shaped his coaching philosophy 🧠 The importance of playing by your own rules and embracing your unique journey 🛤 Why showing up every day isn’t just a practice, it’s a commitment to growth and learning 📈 The therapeutic power of journaling and his dog during his toughest times 🐕 Why we should be happy to cry 😢 Why Sam believes confidence is just a figment of your imagination 🌈 Tune in to be inspired by Sam's story of resilience and learn how to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and authenticity. You can also check out more of his work on his LinkedIn. Episode out now on all major podcast platforms! 🎧❤

Meet Alex Brooks, the mastermind behind Marzbar, who transformed his love for gaming and stand-up into a YouTube career that is already 15 years old and boasts well over 500,000 followers! 🌟  From washing pots and skipping family meals to creating viral videos and tackling the intricacies of YouTube’s algorithm, Alex's shares his perspective on dedication and self-reliance. 💪 In this episode, we explore: The art of making it big on YouTube and staying true to your niche 🎬 Balancing the temptation of fame with the reality of being approached by fans 🤳 Overcoming challenges like copyright issues and being at the mercy of the algorithm 🔍 The thrill of creating content that resonates and the strategy behind monetizing effectively 💲 Why Alex prioritises authenticity over mass appeal and how he’s managed to stand out in an oversaturated market 🎯 Check out more of Alex’s content by visiting his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/marzbarvlogs  Tune in to uncover the secrets behind Alex's enduring success and get inspired to carve out your own path in the digital world. Episode out today on all major podcast platforms! 🎧🔥  

Today’s guest, in collaboration with @thisisjumpstart, is Immy Leslie, a content strategist who has journeyed from recruitment to branding for major names like L'Oreal and Squashies. 🎯  Immy talks about navigating the unpredictable world of startups, why personal development matters, and how walking past a funky office building changed her career path. 🌱  In this episode, we dive into: How Jumpstart played a huge role in shaping her career 📈 The highs and lows of startups 🎢 Choosing a career that genuinely cares about you 🌟 Why she’s still figuring out her role 🎯 Her work with brands from Ross Kemp to L’Oreal 🎥 Advice for those eyeing a startup career 🗣️ If you want to learn, grow, and thrive in an unpredictable career path, this episode is for you! Thank you, Immy Leslie, for sharing your journey and to @thisisjumpstart for bringing us our first Jumpstarter guest! 🎤  Episode out now on your favourite podcast platform! 🎧

Meet our latest guest, Alfie Robertson A.K.A. @alfiegetshard, co-founder of PUREBODY and social media maestro who skyrocketed his personal brand by gaining 100,000 followers in just 100 days! 🌟 From tackling the 75 day hard challenge to turning down lucrative brand deals to focus on building a game-changing community, Alfie’s life is a testament to living fit and thinking big. 💪  In this episode, we delve into: Why you should build back from the person you want to become and work out what it takes to get there ✨ Juggling the addictiveness of going viral with the authenticity essential to his brand 🔄 His strategic approach to staying fit and spreading positivity through global platforms 🥗 How to build your own personal brand through social media! 🌐 Dealing with hate and having thick skin  Tune in to absorb the infectious energy and drive of @Alfiegetshard, and get motivated to make your twenties count while building the future you dream of.  Episode out now on all major podcast platforms! 🎧🔥

Today’s guest is @DazMental, a wildlife filmmaker based in the heart of Africa, who has dedicated his life to capturing the untamed beauty of nature. 🐾  From a career rooted in Zambia and making sacrifices to live in remote, wild locations, Daz joined us to share the highs and lows of this magical lifestyle which he describes as “playing the lottery of the wild”. 🎲. In this episode, we explore: Why he never takes a day off 🌿 How following Jack Sparrow’s compass can guide you on your journey 🧭 Choosing passion over income 💸 Nearly missing out on a post that went viral with 35 million views 🎥 His goal of working with major platforms like Netflix and the BBC 🎬 The importance of being kind to yourself in your career 💪 Listen now to hear DazMental’s incredible stories, including close encounters with dangerous animals and the importance of respecting wildlife. 🐍 Thank you @dazmental for sharing your journey and insights with us! 🎥 Episode out now on your favorite podcast platform. 🎧

Our latest guest, Charlie Davis, the founder of the Jet House and a content creator who has amassed over 11million followers, introduces us to the digital world of storytelling. From capturing his first failing video to amassing his first million followers in just six months, he shares the highs and lows of his journey. 🎥 We also dive into: The importance of just getting started 🚀 Overcoming cringe moments and pushback 🛑 Adapting to survive in a rapidly changing digital landscape 👨‍💻 Turning creativity into a thriving business with a billion views 💼 Taking risks and experimenting, especially when you’re young 👧🏽 Embracing failure and learning that you don’t need to get it right the first time ❌ Listen now to discover why Charlie believes that life is too short to wait; take the plunge, try again if it fails, and keep pushing forward in your career path. 🛣️ Thank you @charliedavisig for sharing your incredible journey and wisdom with us! 🌟 Episode out now on your favorite podcast platform. 🎧

Our latest guest, Fashion Stylist and Creative Director, takes us behind the scenes of the glamorous yet challenging world of styling. From dressing Sophie Haboo and Jamie Laing for the red carpet, to learning Italian, to finding herself in the right place at the right time, she reveals the secrets to succeeding in this glamorous industry. 💄 We also dive into:  Different ways to measure success as a stylist ✨   Dealing with competitiveness in fashion 🚪   The importance of making friends, not foes 👭 How to nurture and nourish your creative instincts in your career 🎨   Studying in Milan 🇮🇹  Attaching yourself to a mentor and being in the right circles ⭕️  Listen now to find out why Sorcha believes that no matter how tough the days get, if you love what you do, it will never feel like work. 💃🏾 Thank you @sorchaob for sharing your journey and invaluable insights with us! 🤝🏼 Out now on your favorite podcast platform. 🎧

“Your job is something that you do the majority of your time. Your job isn't a weekend. It's five days a week. It's a lot of time. I don't want to work to live. I want to live to work. You spend so much of your time and we've got so many years until we retire or whatever. So I want to actually enjoy that and not be miserable for five days out of seven.” 🤯 *MIC DROP* 🎤 Our latest guest, Prison Officer “Molly”, shared this with us and it is exactly why we want to show listeners there are careers out there that you can enjoy and that become a fulfilling part of your life rather than a weekly chore. 👏🏼 We also heard: How it is being a women in a male dominated environment 👮🏼‍♀️ Why she will never leave the prison service 🚓 The importance of not dehumanising criminals 🧬 What it’s like to watch Love Island in prison 🫣 Why you should find a career that improves you as a human being 😊 Thank you for talking to us Molly and for sharing your inspiring work and crazy career 🤝🏼 Listen now on your favourite podcast platform. 🎧  

Join Peter Wood for our special 25th extended episode as we explore the journey of discovering career opportunities and dive deep into the foundations of the UK Career Crisis, the stigma around certain careers, and the importance of leveling the playing field for all career options. 👨‍💻 Peter, the Co-Founder of The Graduate Guide shares his inspiring outlook on careers including; finding the courage to do something different, the power of putting yourself out there, and the art of selling yourself while connecting with genuine people. 🚀 Other highlights of our Episode 25 discussion of The Path Less Chosen Podcast that you don’t want to miss: Why treating others with respect and understanding the context they work in is crucial 💕 The importance of supporting others and their career choices 💪 Why we need career transparency and awareness of diverse job options 💼 How to stand out in the competitive world of interviews 🌟 The key to finding self-worth in unique career paths 🗝️ Tune in for a compelling conversation filled with curiosity, excitement, and a reminder to have fun while working in a career that suits you. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform! 🎙️

Navigating complexities with weight and self-worth can be daunting, but there’s hope, thanks to our next guest, Mikaela. Join us for a compelling conversation that sheds light on the realities of working in the weight loss industry while healing relationships with food and body image. 🍕 If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, diet trends, or the pressures of a number on the scale, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Our guest, a specialist in binge eating and food freedom nutritionist, shares her personal journey from the challenges of tying her value to the scales to building her own career and business by helping others. 🪞 She candidly discusses: How receiving attention from boys triggered an internal struggle 💔 The deceptive nature of the weight loss industry and her quest to find ethical balance in her career ⚖️ The significance of living life free from scale obsession and how to lose weight sustainably while enjoying life 🎉 The influence of social media in building a business, overcoming tough times, and handling self-doubt 🫤 The importance of prioritising emotional health, setting boundaries, and learning from burnout 🔥 How taking bigger risks earlier could lead to transformative change 🚀 Thank you, Mikaela, for sharing your inspiring story with us! You can check out her awesome work by looking at @kjwellnesss on Instagram 👏🏼