Giles Vardey

Giles Vardey

Former City of London Stockbroker and Coach and Mentor, Giles Vardey,  reflects on his decision not to retire. He recalls his early career experience as a stockbroker and the rules of engagement and how he has avoided taking wood-turning as a hobby by staying curious. References: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giles-vardey-msc-ma-oxon-fcsi-279b19/?originalSubdomain=uk The Growth Mindset [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiiEeMN7vbQ] – Carol Dweck (Author) * For more on the growth mindset see, 'Mindset: Changing the Way you think to Fulfil your Potential,' by Dr Carol Dweck * For more on types of intelligence, see Arthur C Brooks in 'From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life.'

Clint Drieberg

Áine & Susy’s guest is radio presenter and producer, Client Drieberg. Originally from Australia, Clint talks about his decision to become Irish! Clint describes his passion for telling stories and the parallels he sees with his parents work as local shopkeepers. ‘How a small business survives is through customer relations.’ Clint learned how to listen while observing his father’s interest in the stories his customers shared in the shop every day. References: @clientdrieberg [https://www.instagram.com/clintdrieberg/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintdrieberg [https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintdrieberg]

Clare Kennedy, Nutritionist and Personal Trainer

lare Kennedy, owner of Stronger You for Life, is passionate about ensuring that women age well. Nutrition, resilience training and keeping mentally and physically active are key parts of the formula. Clare talks about her work as a personal trainer and nutritionist, her decision to start a business in her late fifties and confidence – the lack of and what its like when you suddenly find it. References: https://www.strongeryouforlife.com

Aoife Dunican, aka ‘The Stylebob’

Aoife Dunican is a charismatic motivational speaker and corporate image consultant. ‘Life is too short not to be your own version of fabulous.’ is her motto. Aoife shares the unique story of her passion for style and where it has taken her in life and in business. References:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoife-dunican-27b4ba26 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoife-dunican-27b4ba26] https://www.thestylebob.com [https://www.thestylebob.com/] @thestylebob Fake it Till you Make It [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVmMeMcGc0Y] (Amy Cuddy):

Dr Sabina Brennan

A self-confessed ‘People-Pleaser’ decision maker, Sabina is passionate about neuroscience. ‘Understanding your brain helps you to understand yourself and your approach to decision making’, she believes. Sabina discusses her eclectic career as an insurance professional, an actress on Fair City and her decision to become a medical student in her forties. Now a medical doctor and successful author, she has lots to say about making decisions and the impact of gender, brain health, endings and new beginnings Sabina's new book, 'The Neuroscience of Manifesting,' is out now.  References: For more on Sabina's work and previous publications see her website: http://www.sabinabrennan.ie/ [http://www.sabinabrennan.ie/]