Episode 42: Sarah Jones / Good Thinking Jones

Marathon coach and charity consultant Sarah Jones shares her inspiring journey from leading a charity to becoming a running coach. She discusses the importance of resilience, the symbiotic relationship between running and fundraising, and the lessons learned from her experiences in both fields. Sarah emphasises the value of community in running, the mental health benefits of endurance sports, and the significance of having a coach to guide aspiring runners. Her story highlights how running can transform lives and enhance leadership skills.

Keywords

running, charity, leadership, fundraising, marathon, coaching, resilience, community, mental health, endurance

Key Topics

•⁠ ⁠The pressure to fundraise has increased with the popularity of events.

•⁠ ⁠Running can be a powerful tool for rebuilding after burnout.

•⁠ ⁠Leadership requires enthusiasm, relationship-building, and collaboration.

•⁠ ⁠Fundraising is deeply connected to personal stories and community.

Find Sarah at goodthinkingjones.com

and lovelymarathon.com

Run The Business is presented by Anthony Gay and produced by Hywel Evans