Daniel Shirlaw: The Strength Behind the Career Gap

In this episode of Just Beyond the CV, we sit down with Dan to explore the story behind the career history.While his CV reflects professional success, it doesn’t reveal the resilience, perspective, and personal challenges that have shaped who he is today. From facing cancer at a young age to later becoming an amputee while raising a family, Dan’s journey is one of adapting, rebuilding, and redefining purpose.Together, we discuss mindset, identity, and how life’s biggest challenges can transform not only the way we live, but also the way we show up professionally. This is an honest conversation about resilience, perspective, and finding strength beyond the job title.