I made a mistake while interviewing with Jude Law, and it changed everything: lessons from theatre to TV to St. James's Place.

Carole, a former TV presenter and journalist, is now the Head of Learning and Development at St. James's Place, and her career story is a testament to growth, resilience, and reinvention. Her journey has taken her from performing on international stages to navigating the high-pressure world of TV, and finally, to shaping corporate success through continuous learning and development.

Key takeaways:

• Have a positive self-statement: Boost your confidence with "I'm going to nail this", or add "yet" to remind yourself that growth is a process.
• Stack your skills: In any non-traditional path, your past experiences have value.
• Always be self-aware: Know your “why” and your “drivers and drainers".

Carole’s story is about embracing the unexpected, trusting your instincts, and always being open to change—whether you're behind the scenes or in the spotlight. She shares practical advice on how to unlock high performance, build a strong support system, and know when to pivot in your career.

Connect with Carole: Carole Piper LinkedIn

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme that services the growing demand for financial advice in the UK.

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At 24 years old, I built a business and now manage £400M—here’s what I learned…

Ed Enver is an entrepreneur, director, and financial adviser who achieved this remarkable feat at a young age. Within a year, he became a Senior Partner at St. James’s Place and now oversees £400M in client assets. His journey is a true "sink or swim" story—diving in headfirst, facing the unknown, and overcoming imposter syndrome along the way.

What does it take to build a thriving business from scratch without connections?

Career hacks:

· Believe in yourself: Confidence is key. Trust your instincts, take risks, and push through self-doubt.

· Hard work trumps talent: Ed’s rapid success is a testament to his relentless dedication and drive.

· Support is crucial: Surround yourself with mentors and a network that can help you navigate challenges.

Ed’s story is a powerful reminder that success isn’t given—it’s earned through effort, resilience, and bold decision-making. No matter your background, circumstances, or age, with self-belief and action, you too can rise above the odds—just like Ed did.

Connect with Ed: Enver Wealth Management Ltd | Financial Adviser | London

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Building your career treehouse: steps to a fulfilling work life

How can my work support the life I want to live? This is the question that drives Natasha Stanley, a travel enthusiast and career change coach at Careershifters. Embracing a location-independent lifestyle, she seeks personal fulfilment while helping others overcome their career anxieties during times of transition.

Having successfully navigated her own career change, Natasha has learned the importance of trusting gut instincts and taking action, even in the face of uncertainty. As she puts it, “I don’t know where I’m going, but I’m beginning anyway”. Her three key principles: don’t go it alone, seek connections rather than just jobs, and listen to your inner voice. She illustrates how you can build your career like a ‘treehouse’—creating a space centred around your unique needs and ambitions—ultimately leading to lasting fulfilment.

Join Natasha as she shares valuable insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, building authentic connections, and embracing the lifestyle of a 'slowmad'.

Careershifters supports individuals and organisations with career development, career change, leadership coaching, and performance. Visit their website: Career Change: Get Help Now | Careershifters

Natasha also runs transformative workshops, retreats and bespoke experiences. Connect with her: Natasha Stanley

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How do you manage and overcome self-doubt and personal adversity? Stamp it out. Meet Adele Cable, the top SJP Academy Graduate in 2023.

After a successful corporate career, Adele was looking for something else, but wasn’t sure what – or if – a second career was even the answer. She knew she wanted more family time, opportunities to keep learning, and the chance to connect with people. When an SJP Adviser suggested that she become an adviser herself and join the SJP Academy, Adele made the switch.

She overcame her doubts and fully embraced her passion for education and connection, driven by her ambition to reach the top of the industry. Adele now runs her own successful financial advisory business, and has recently earned the prestigious Founders Award as one of the top 10 Single Partner Businesses of 2023.

Join us for actionable advice on how to stamp out doubts and fears, and confidently make a career change.

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What are the key strategies and secrets for running a successful business? Dilip Jajodia shares his winning entrepreneurial formula.

As the owner of British Cricket Balls, the manufacturer of the renowned Duke cricket ball, Dilip combined his lifelong passion for cricket with his sharp business acumen to achieve remarkable success in the cricket equipment market. A key milestone in his professional and personal career was being featured in the 160th edition of the Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack – often referred to the cricketer’s bible.

With no plans to retire anytime soon, his insights are invaluable for both aspiring entrepreneurs and cricket enthusiasts alike.

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We spoke with Naomi de Barra, a Chartered Occupational Psychologist and passionate advocate for neurodiversity, who is dedicated to helping both people and businesses become more productive by integrating psychology into the workplace.

Naomi delves into personal intrinsic and extrinsic factors, focusing on uncovering people’s motivations and aligning them with job roles and environments to maximise career trajectories and fulfilment.

Discover how understanding cognitive behaviour and integrating psychology can enable us to create positive, conscious, and sustainable change in both our work and personal lives.

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Dr. Josephine Perry's mindset transformed after facing horrific waves during an Ironman in Melbourne. Although she couldn't control these waves, she realised she could control her reactions and perspective. This pivotal moment sparked her interest in understanding the brain's functions and triggers, leading to explore how psychology can enhance self-awareness and improve communication with others.

With a background in communications and behaviour change, she is now a Chartered Psychologist. She specialises in helping exceptional performers recognise and understand their cognitive behaviours, enabling them reach new heights of achievements and success.

Discover her inspiring story on her platform, Performance in Mind, and delve into her numerous books to uncover key philosophies, techniques, and strategies designed to unlock intrinsic motivation and achieve success, both in and out of the waves.

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Flexibility First: Lessons from the Founder of the UK's Largest Flexible Working Community

Katy Fridman’s career initially followed a clear traditional trajectory as she worked her way up the corporate ladder to become Acting Director of Trade Marketing, EMEA at Microsoft Advertising. However, after becoming a mother, her career path quickly became ‘squiggly’ as she experienced first hand the challenges mothers face in balancing work and motherhood, and the lack of flexibility provided in the workplace.

Her platform Flexible Working People has brought together over 90,000 women, all championing the same cause and message: flexibility in the workplace should be a standard for all, not a privilege for some.

Learn how by investing in yourself and playing to your strengths, you can create a positive and successful bounce back in the face of adversity.

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