In this special episode, I sit down with my daughter, Hannah Helsby (22), to reflect on the life chapters that have shaped her so far. From school days, exams and tough decisions to university, part time jobs and an incredible year working with Adidas.

Hannah shares her journey with refreshing honesty, offering insights into the choices she’s made, the lessons she’s learned, and how resilience and hard work have guided her along the way.

We cover:

• ✈️ Taking a gap year to travel and why employers value it.
• 🎒 Early school years, exams, and how connecting with teachers makes all the difference.
• 🌱 Building confidence through activities outside the classroom.
• 🗣️ How schools could do more to encourage young people to speak not just listen.
• 🔑 Making the bold decision not to take A-levels and the importance of exploring different options.
• 🛍️ How her passion for fashion and real life business issues have shaped her educational choices
• 🎓 Choosing the right university and course without giving in to outside pressure
• 👩‍💼 The role of part-time jobs in developing confidence and preparing for interviews.
• ❤️ Navigating a first breakup
• 🏠 Why living in university halls wasn’t the right fit.
• 👟 The highs and lows of applying for a placement year with Adidas from initial rejection to landing a dream role and thriving.
• 💡 How hard work and resilience have underpinned every step of her journey so far.

This conversation is a reminder that there isn’t one “right” path, only the one you create for yourself. Hannah’s story shows the power of exploring, persevering, and backing yourself even when the road takes unexpected turns.

👉 Perfect for students, parents, employers, or anyone curious about the real-life experiences shaping the next generation.

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