Switching up the conversations around career changes. ​

‘The Switch’ is a career-change podcast that shares the remarkable career journeys and transformations of some of the most extraordinary individuals across the UK. ​

Join Gee Foottit, Senior Manager at SJP’s Financial Academy, as she takes you behind the scenes, delving into the pivotal ‘light bulb’ moments that propel them forward to new levels and chapters in their lives. ​

Stay tuned for the latest episode released every Tuesday. ​

Are you considering a career switch of your own? Then switch on, get inspired and take that leap. 

She quit her high-powered job at 49 - This is how she found fulfilment

 

Can you hold down your dream job and maintain a fulfilling personal life? Becoming your own boss is freedom like you’ve never known - but it can easily take over your life. So how do you protect your time and still succeed? All you have to do is treat yourself like a Formula 1 car - and put wellbeing front and centre in your career journey.

In this episode of The Switch, host Gee Foottit speaks to Tracy Forsyth, Leadership Coach and Founder of Fast Track To Fearless. Tracy is a career-switch expert who helps leaders find a true balance between work and personal life. She’s also the creator of Yoga in the Boardroom - offering practical tips to calm a busy mind through yoga and meditation.

"The Voice" star turned Mortgage expert: Sarah Tucker's career change secrets

Can you build a career you love and make good money? Sarah Tucker’s “soul journey” proves it is possible - as long as you’re willing to take a leap of faith, push through fear and trust the process.

In this episode of The Switch host Gee Foottit speaks to Sarah Tucker, CEO of The Mortgage Mum. Sarah found fame on “The Voice” stage, where her stunning voice wowed audiences. Now she’s running a successful, female-run business - and shares her secrets to success.

Financial freedom isn't about saving - Mr Money says do this instead

Most of us were never taught how to manage our money. From budgeting to investing, financial literacy is a skill many of us are still figuring out - and Britain has one of the lowest rates of it in the developed world. So let’s get clued up on how money works.

In this episode of The Switch host Gee Foottit speaks to Rotimi Merriman-Johnson, better known as Mr MoneyJar to his followers, about how you can take control of your finances, grow your confidence and build lasting financial independence.

Former FBI agent's tricks to supercharge your career

Ever wondered how to boost your career without saying a single word? Former FBI agent and world-renowned non-verbal communications expert, Joe Navarro reveals how body language and other non-verbal cues can make or break your success.

In this episode of The Switch we uncover the science behind first impressions, Joe reveals how small, often unnoticed behaviours, like a glance, a gesture, or the way you sit in a meeting, can shape the way others perceive you.

How to earn good money without climbing the career ladder

Feeling failed by the traditional career ladder? Looking for an alternative that’s not your standard 9-5? We’re told there’s only one way to succeed: climb the ladder, land the promotion, and keep chasing the next promotion. But what if there’s another way?

In this episode of The Switch host Gee Foottit speaks to Molly Johnson-Jones, CEO & Co-Founder of Flexa Careers. Molly knows first-hand the cost of questioning the system. After being sacked just 10 days after asking to work from home one day a week, she turned that setback into the spark that launched her business.