Clarissa Hirst, professional coach and marketing consultant, shares how a panic attack and burnout led to quitting the corporate world and launching her own business. It’s something we’re often encouraged to do when we’re establishing our careers – work hard, take on extra projects, join networking groups and do extra with them too.The problem is, there’s only so much of us to go around, and sometimes this can lead to you hitting the wall, and realising you can’t do it anymore.That’s what happened to today’s guest, when she had a panic attack at one of the very events she’d been most looking forward to.On doctor’s orders, she had to quit her job.But as she decided on what to do next, she hatched a plan – to start a business.Not exactly a recipe for a calm work life, you might think, as the self-employed life isn’t exactly known for being stress free.But she had an idea for how to make it work. LinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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