"It's Not One-Size-Fits All". From 9 - 5 To Freelance Extraordinaire with Helen Hill

On this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Helen Hill, a remarkable individual whose journey is a testament to resilience, resourcefulness, and a touch of unexpected brilliance.  Battling two chronic health conditions, anxiety, depression, and panic attacks, my guest's mornings often started with tears at the foot of her bed and physical and emotional exhaustion so acute that it led to her to fall asleep behind the wheel, more than once.  Navigating a landscape where mental health struggles were met with scepticism from her own team, she found herself ensnared in a toxic environment where understanding and compassion were scarce commodities.  This pattern culminated in a meltdown whilst in the office and served as a catalyst for change. She decided to seize control of her life, leave the rigidity of traditional employment and forge her own path as a freelancer.  Through freelancing, she discovered the power of autonomy, shaping her schedule to fit her needs rather than the other way around. In less than two years, my guest has transformed her narrative, taken ownership of her journey and documented it in a book. 'Falling Off The Ladder" is a mindset manual for those who don't fit the one-size-fits-all workplace culture, who have been pushed out or treated like they are broken, and now want to succeed in self-employment. Throughout the book, we not only gain an insight into my guest's journey but also hear from other inspirational individuals who have made strong choices to take control of their professional lives.