Jane welcomes her friend and guest James Walsgrove to this episode to delve into starting a lifestyle business with the end in mind.

Having spent many years working for BT, James then set up Norfolk’s only Triathlon shop. But getting frustrated with everyone coming in whilst on a bike ride he realised retail wasn’t for him.

Instead a career which enabled him to work where he wants so that he can ride his bike anywhere was the end point in mind.

Many years on and Ride Harder his coaching business has enabled him to do what he set out do. The two recorded the episode whilst in Spain riding their bikes!

James gives some great insights into social media planning and targeting a key audience. Discovering that middle age women are much easier to coach!

Welcome Mike Dawson from MDA Ltd to this episode.

Mike is a fellow midlifer (albeit a little younger than Jane and Andy) who has made some huge career pivots since leaving the army. He’s now the owner of MDA Ltd, a business that was born from a few gin and tonics and a spontaneous Friday-night idea!

Mike’s passion for what he does is absolutely infectious. In this episode, host Jane chats with him about a whole range of topics, including health and energy in midlife, letting go of your 21-year-old self, discovering a new identity, and the importance of carving out time not to work.

At the heart of it all? Finding your passion.

Enjoy the episode!

Your Second Half host Jane Hannah welcomes Tiana Scott in this episode to explore what it means to step out of your comfort zone and embrace the unknown.

After many years in the NHS, Tiana recently took a bold “Second Half” leap from healthcare into the world of insurance. She shares her motivations, feelings, and personal experiences along the way.

Tune in and be inspired by her journey of Second Half Change.