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What is a life design coach and how do you redesign your life from the inside out?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to Michelle about combining two completely different worlds: interior design and holistic health coaching.

After spending 17 years in the high-pressure world of workplace design, working on huge projects including Spotify’s London headquarters, Michelle experienced severe burnout during COVID, working 100-hour weeks until her body began physically shutting down.
That moment changed everything.

Michelle shares how she rebuilt her health, retrained as a health coach, and created Interior Self, a unique framework helping women redesign their lives through wellness, nervous system regulation, creativity, and intentional living.

She explains:
What a life design coach actually does
How our environments impact our nervous systems
Why burnout often starts with ignoring the body’s warning signs
The connection between stress, self-worth, and physical symptoms

She also shares:
Growing up struggling with cystic acne and self-image
Working in high-end workplace design in Australia and London
Designing Spotify’s London HQ
How she rebuilt her health after losing her hair during burnout

Plus, we get into:
Creating a “framework for living”
The five pillars of Interior Self
Embodiment practices, dance, and nervous system healing
Why slowing down can completely change your life
If you’re interested in:
Burnout recovery
Health & wellness coaching
Personal development
Interior design & wellbeing
Women’s health
Nervous system regulation
Career pivots & reinvention

This episode is a powerful conversation about self-worth, creativity, healing, and building a life that actually feels good to live.
@interior.self
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What happens when the host becomes the guest?

In this special bonus episode of How To Become A…, Grace hands over the microphone to her 11-year-old little brother, Jack, for a fun, casual role reversal.
Jack asks everything you've probably been wondering...

Why did Grace start the podcast?
What's her dream for How To Become A…?
Who have been her favourite guests?
What's the hardest part of creating a podcast?
And… who does she look up to?

Along the way, Jack shares his own career dreams, gives some surprisingly wise life advice, and proves he might just have a future as a podcast host himself.
A fun, honest behind-the-scenes episode filled with sibling banter, big ambitions and plenty of laughs.
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What does it really take to build a career as an artist in today's world?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to digital artist Doddz, whose work blends physical art with cutting-edge technology to create immersive experiences that have captivated brands, galleries and audiences around the world.

From painting street art anonymously to creating AI-powered installations and augmented reality experiences, Doddz shares how following curiosity, not a traditional career path, led him to one of the most unique creative careers we've featured.

He explains:
What a digital artist actually does
How augmented reality and AI are changing art
Why finding your niche is more important than following trends
How technology can create deeper human connection

He also shares:
Growing up inspired by his grandfather's imagination
Failing A Levels before discovering graphic design
Creating anonymous street art that became a local phenomenon
Working alongside Steven Bartlett and Social Chain, and the lessons that shaped his business mindset

Plus, we get into:
Why artists need to think like brands
Building a creative business through social media and LinkedIn
The importance of curiosity, experimentation and persistence
Designing interactive art that reacts to conversations, emotions and even pollution

If you're interested in:
Digital art
AI & creativity
Augmented reality
Creative careers
Personal branding
Entrepreneurship for artists

This episode is a fascinating look at how creativity, technology and storytelling can come together to build a truly original career—and why your biggest strength might be creating something that has never existed before.
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What does a wine educator actually do and how do you turn a passion for wine into a career?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace speaks to Abbie about her fascinating journey from archaeology and BBC journalism to becoming a respected wine educator, writer, and Chair of the Association of Wine Educators.

From producing the BBC’s 6 O’Clock News and 10 O’Clock News to teaching people how to understand wine beyond “just a Sauvignon Blanc,” Abbie shares how she completely changed careers and found a world built around storytelling, travel, education, and taste.

She explains:
What a wine educator actually does
The difference between casual wine tastings and formal wine qualifications
How the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) works
Why wine education is becoming more popular than ever

She also shares:
Her unusual university journey studying archaeology & ancient coinage
Working at the BBC during major world events including 9/11
Leaving journalism at the peak of her career
How COVID changed people’s relationship with wine

Plus, we get into:
Why wine is really about storytelling and culture
The reality of working in the wine industry
Traveling the world to visit wine regions
Launching her podcast Vintage Politics, combining politics and wine

If you’re interested in:
Wine education
WSET qualifications
Food & drink careers
Career changes
Journalism & broadcasting
Wine tasting and travel

This episode is a brilliant reminder that careers don’t have to follow a straight line and that passion, curiosity, and reinvention can lead somewhere completely unexpected.

@abvtastings@vintagepoliticspod
https://www.wineeducators.com
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Recorded live at Sony Music, this special episode of How To Become A… features entertainment industry leader Elliott Linger, whose career has taken him from advertising agencies to PlayStation, Universal Pictures, LEGO, and some of the biggest cultural brands in the world.

In front of a live audience, Elliott shares how he built a career at the intersection of entertainment, strategy, audience insight, and storytelling—despite having no clear career plan when he was younger.
We cover:

How he went from an English Literature degree to the entertainment industry
Working on brands including PlayStation, Universal Pictures, LEGO, Capcom, Def Jam, and Island Records
Launching major entertainment franchises including The Last of Us, Jurassic World, Fast & Furious, and Minions
Why understanding audiences is one of the most valuable skills in entertainment
The importance of curiosity, adaptability, and resilience in a rapidly changing industry

Elliot also shares:
Growing up in a low-income household and breaking into a traditionally exclusive industry
The realities of networking and building meaningful relationships
How entertainment companies decide which projects get made
Lessons learned from working with some of the biggest names in film, gaming, music, and culture
Plus, we dive into:
Audience development and consumer behaviour
The future of entertainment and AI
Career pivots and transferable skills
Balancing leadership, family life, and giving back

A huge thank you to Sony Music for hosting this live recording, Creative Mentor Network for partnering on the event, and El Rayo Tequila for sponsoring the evening.

If you're interested in:
Entertainment careers
Film, gaming, music, and media
Audience strategy & marketing
Creative industries
Leadership and career development
Breaking into competitive industries

This episode is packed with practical advice, fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, and insights from someone who has helped shape some of the world's biggest entertainment brands.

🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨
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