Chanelle White: corporate-to-creative career transitions & why we need youth programs

Meet Chanelle White, a freelance photographer, podcast editor and content writer, as she delves into her diverse career journey from project management to the creative industry. Chanelle highlights the importance of self-belief, community programs and the balance between hustle and rest for London’s business women.Learn about her passion for poetry, experiences with media training programs, and insights into effective networking for female entrepreneurs. Chanelle also shares her favourite tools like Notion, Adobe Creative Suites, and Canva, and emphasises the significance of investing and financial acumen in sustaining a creative career with proper work life balance. She wraps up with her top London spots for vegan eats and her admiration for impactful podcasts and creative communities.---Steal Chanelle’s “stack” of recommendations (along with all guests) in the Coffee & Oysters Guide.Chanelle on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chanelle-white-113ab7b0---00:00 Introduction and Early Creative Journey07:14 The Power of Youth Community Programs11:34 Navigating the Creative Industry23:11 The Challenges of Freelancing26:46 Self-Care and Listening to Your Body28:34 Finding Joy on a Budget29:09 The Importance of Rest29:43 Exploring Personal Style and Beauty Favourites32:39 Creative Tools and Apps37:39 Investing Tips and Platforms42:31 Vegan Food Spots in London49:44 Conclusion---💬 Become a guest📓 2025 Journal Template🪄 Partnerships & Questions: [email protected]💌 Never miss an episode: Sign up to Substack🎓 The Big Notion Energy Academy📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CoffeeandOysters📸 Instagram: @coffeeandoysterspod📱TikTok: @coffeeandoysterspod Get full access to Coffee & Oysters: The London Business Babe Podcast at coffeeandoysters.substack.com/subscribe