Embracing a slow-living self-employed life - Claire Stephenson, PR Professional & Media Strategist

My guest in this episode is Claire Stephenson, owner of The Write Type. Claire is an accredited public relations professional and media strategist, specialising in creative communications and solid strategies for the public and third sectors. She has written professionally for over 20 years and is a member of the National Union of Journalists. Prior to Brexit, Claire spent time working within European Parliament for the European Greens as Press & Broadcast Media Lead for the North West, focussing on renewable energy and sustainability campaigns. Claire creates communications and stakeholder engagement campaigns for organisations, including for Vivienne Westwood and her son, Joe Corré’s Talk Fracking national campaign. Today we’re talking about fighting for causes you care about, burnout, and embracing slow living and the self-employed lifestyle. ...... Claire’s recommendations: Freelancer Magazine Untamed by Glennon Doyle Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert Connect with Claire at: The Write Type website LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Don't forget to sign up to the Last Rung newsletter for more fortnightly tips, inspiration and chats with those who have been there and tested the waters for you.