076 Interview: Keeley Taverner

In this episode I'm joined by psychotherapist, Keeley Taverner, who runs a coaching and therapy business called Key for Change. Keeley is refreshingly real. I couldn't help but be drawn in by her incredible energy when I met her and I'm confident that it will be the same for Fail Forward listeners. "When you've got nothing to lose, you're not afraid of asking." With a USP of helping people break away from narcissistic individuals, Keeley explains that her end goal is always to help her clients unlock their potential. She explains that when you get a narcissist out of the way, more energy is available so that you can begin to follow your dreams. Breaking free from a narcissist is at the centre of Keeley's story. Growing up on a West London council estate, Keeley followed a similar path to many of her friends. She was stuck in a toxic relationship with the father of her two children and wanted to escape from an uninspiring job but felt she didn't have the qualifications to do so. Desperate for change, she turned to self-help books. Moved by a book about going back to college to get an education, Keeley decided to undertake a college access course. She followed on to complete a degree in psychology and a master's in person-centered psychotherapy. This overview makes Keeley's journey appear simple but that couldn't be further from the truth. Being from a mixed heritage, working-class background, Keeley often felt isolated during her training in a very middle-class environment. Throughout each stage of her education, Keeley found kind people who took her under their wing. She reflects on how grateful she is to them for helping her navigate new and somewhat uncomfortable spaces. As we've heard time and time again on this podcast, one of the biggest challenges in business can be a feeling of isolation. Having people around you who build you up and who you can run ideas past is important. That's something Keeley discovered during her higher education journey and when setting up her own business. A gem of advice Keeley gives in this episode is to build a trusted circle of confidants and to make the most of the advice they give. This captivating story of perseverance will leave you with a feeling of warmth and positivity. It's a perfect example that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. If you enjoyed listening to Keeley, visit her website Key For Change: https://keyforchange.com/ If you're enjoying the Fail Forward podcasts, follow me on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or LinkedIn for all the latest on my mission to help business owners Fail Forward. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/failforwardhenri LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-ghijben-539132101/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@failforward12 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/henrighijben/