In this episode of "Oh for Food Sake," we welcome two incredible guests, April Dear senior product development manager at Asda and Kirsty Henshaw founder of Kirsty's during our live episode recording at our recent Nourish Your Network event. April, shares her journey from working in kitchens to managing a team, while Kirsty discusses the challenges of starting her own company, including dealing with her son's allergies and setting up a food factory during lockdown. We delve into the challenges of balancing successful careers with being parents and the importance of finding support systems. They also explore the concept of redefining success, emphasising the need to find personal happiness and satisfaction in work and life. The journey to leadership is discussed, highlighting the transition from doing tasks to leading a team and the different skill sets required.
In this episode of "Oh for Food Sake," we engage in a thought-provoking discussion with guests April Dear and Kirsty Henshaw about their experiences in the food industry.
The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from the challenges of starting a business and dealing with personal setbacks to the importance of redefining success and finding happiness in both work and life.
April and Kirsty share their inspiring journeys, highlighting the determination and resilience required to overcome obstacles and achieve success at a young age. We also delve into the challenges of balancing parenthood with demanding careers and the importance of finding supportive employers and building strong support systems.
Our guests discuss their own experiences with therapy and the role it plays in building confidence and showing vulnerability in the workplace. We also explore the concept of personal branding and the importance of being genuine and authentic in portraying oneself.
Our guests share their passions for empowering the next generation in the food industry, discussing initiatives such as advertising job roles to students, supporting women returning to work after having a child, and providing mentoring opportunities and also highlight the need for more education on nutrition and food in schools.
We emphasise the importance of resilience, determination, and focusing on one's strengths in the face of setbacks. The conversation also touches on the value of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and understanding one's own strengths and weaknesses in career development.
Key points from the episode
Website Link: https://ohforfoodssake.co.uk/
FB Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ohforfoodsake
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oh-for-food-s-sake/
You can follow us here on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oh_forfoodssake/
For industry consulting from Lucy, connect with her on Instagram or LinkedIn.
Find her on Instagram or LinkedIn for further support with industry coaching and facilitation from Amy.
See you next time!
KEYWORDS:
Foodconsultant, foodindustrycoach, foodindustry