E262｜Pivoting and parenting with Annie Ridout. How to build a fulfilling career while raising a family

Life is rarely a straight line; it’s often more of a doodle full of unexpected twists and squiggles. Just ask Annie Ridout. Her journey – from being ousted from her job while pregnant to creating a thriving, multi-dimensional career as a journalist, author, poet, and entrepreneur – will feel so relatable. After vowing never to be at the mercy of someone else's power to pull the rug from under her, Annie has pivoted and diversified to build a career rooted in her passion for writing while embracing the joys and challenges of motherhood. What’s more, she’s refreshingly honest about the highs and lows she’s experienced along the way. Whether it’s the challenges of creating online courses, navigating the pandemic or homeschooling her neurodivergent child, Annie and I dive into dealing with the pesky ANTS (automatic negative thoughts) that crop up along the way.Here’s what to listen out for:[01:42] Designing a career that works around your life. [05:30] The impact of career interruptions on women.[08:27] Dealing with perceived failure.[12:04] Dealing with the logistics of having a child at home. [15:36] Challenging your perception of a situation. [20:56] Annie’s core lesson from her experiences. [23:36] Seeing challenges as opportunities and taking positive action.[26:28] Cheer up your day with Annie’s poem.Ready to learn more? Press play now. ▶️▶️▶️  Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.For details of links and resources mentioned in this episode, please visit TechPixies.comWant to transform your life?  💪 Discover how to leverage social media with our 21 Day Social Media Confidence Challenge. 🚀 Take your social media to the next level by watching our Social Media Masterclass.🌈 Enjoy a super quick shift in your mindset with our 12 Day Design Your Dream Life Challenge.Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line  at [email protected] Thanks for listening!