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Episode 7 - From Single Mum to Empowerment Leader: Charlene Grace's Inspiring Journey
In this episode, I chat with Charlene Grace, an extraordinary woman whose journey is nothing short of inspirational. Leaving school at 16 with just one GCSE and becoming a young mother, Charlene defied the odds to earn a first-class honours degree in Law. Today, she is a successful Business Analyst and the founder of 'Grace Simba Community Village,' a charity dedicated to empowering domestic abuse survivors by helping them gain skills, strength, and confidence.
Join us to hear Charlene's incredible story of resilience and transformation, from her challenging beginnings to her current role as an advocate and leader. Discover how she overcame obstacles, found hope, and now works tirelessly to uplift others.
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Follow Charlene here:
Website: www.gracesimba.org
Instagram: gracesimba_community_village
Episode 6 - From Malaysia to London: Raymond Tiong's Journey of Design, Research, and Self-Discovery
Raymond Tiong discusses his work as a designer turned researcher. Having moved from Malaysia to New Zealand as a child, worked briefly in Singapore, and now based in London, Raymond shares how his travels have influenced his work and empowered him to make decisions that positively impact his personal and professional life.
You can find Raymond here:
1. LinkedIn: raymondtiong
2. Instagram: raywontstay
Episode 5 - From Successful Director to Starting Over: Alan Tang's Journey of Reinvention
In this episode of The Interrupted Path, we dive into Alan Tang's extraordinary career journey. At just 24, Alan became a high-earning director, only to give it all up to start fresh in restaurant kitchens. Now a successful Chief of Staff to Start-Ups & Scale-Ups, Alan discusses the power of continuous learning and the value of starting anew without shame.
Alan is also the founder of Collaboration Laboratory, a unique online program that boosts children's social, emotional, and strategic skills through play—earning rave reviews as "Pokemon meets Sherlock Holmes." He helps startup and scaleup founders tackle their toughest challenges, from sustainable tech sourcing to negotiating multi-million-pound contracts.
Join us as we go beyond the CV to discover how Alan leverages his skills to help others. Tune in to be inspired by his incredible story of reinvention and resilience!
To follow more of Alan's work click here:
www.collaborationlaboratory.com
EPISODE 4
The Interrupted Path: Leroy Nicholas: Using Boxing to Transform Lives
In this episode, Samreen talks to Leroy Nicholas about his discovery of boxing as a teen and how he leveraged this passion to work with youth, teaching them the value of physical exercise for both mind and body. Today, Leroy runs his own charity foundation, instilling crucial life lessons through boxing.
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Sunday, June 16, 2024
EPISODE 3
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The Interrupted Path:George Murphy: From 15-year-old School Leaver to International Property Investor
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Monday, 26 February 2024
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EPISODE 2
The Interrupted Path: Harriet Muller- From Childhood Bereavement to Celebrated Artist
In this episode, I speak to Harriet Muller, a wonderful Artist who discusses how the cancer diagnosis of her mother at the age of 7 started a journey which resulted in the Artist she is today.
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Thursday, Feb 1, 2024
EPISODE 1
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The Interrupted Path: Sunil Pindoria - From Childhood Paralysis to School Transformation
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Tuesday, 30 January 2024
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INTRO
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The Interrupted Path: Intro
Wednesday, 1 February 2024
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