Here on The Reinvention Project we're all about saying yes to things that both scare and excite us - and never letting go of that sense of adventure and curiosity about how new experiences can shape us. This week, Carly invites her bestie, Lara, onto the show to discuss her recent trek up Mera Peak in the Himalayas.

Lara shares how she was a hard yes when the opportunity presented itself, despite being fairly low on detail on what it would take to pull this off. It's a fun episode talking about courage, climbing, personal growth and friendship.

Carly and Lara talk tiny planes (and even tinier runways), altitude sickness and champagne celebrations, snow camping and donkeys... but most of all they talk about the importance of friendship and community and how having adventurous friends can help expand your vision of what's possible in life.

Takeaways

• A sense of adventure can take you to the most unexpected places!
• Prepping for a trek like this is both physically & logistically challenging
• It was a lot more dangerous than Lara imagined it would be.
• The journey down the mountain can be more treacherous than the ascent.
• Curiosity drives personal growth and new experiences.
• It's important to have a support system when taking on challenges.
• Reflecting on experiences can enhance their significance.
• Adventure can inspire others, including our children.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Friendship
04:54 Adventures and Life Phases Together
10:00 Preparing for the Himalayas
14:47 The Journey Begins: Lukla Airport
20:02 Climbing Mera Peak: The Experience
24:49 Challenges and Triumphs on the Mountain
25:49 Unexpected Encounters and Shared Experiences
27:40 Cultural Insights and Local Resilience
30:34 Celebration and Reflection After the Climb
32:40 Curiosity and Personal Growth
37:40 Expanding Horizons and Embracing Challenges

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In this episode of The Reinvention Project, it's all about embracing imperfection and being okay with taking aim after you've fired. Let's face it - the perfect moment doesn't exist! We share our recent running adventures as well as delving into the challenges of social media influencing and sponsorships. The conversation also touches on the significance of community support and the positive impact it can have in bringing dreams to life.

Takeaways

• Taking action without perfect planning fast-tracks outcomes - good & bad!
• Community support is vital when you're pushing yourself to the limits.
• Social media influencing is way more challenging than it appears!
• At the end of the day, protect your personal brand and authenticity is just as important online as it is in real life.
• Finding joy in the journey is more important than the destination.

Chapters
00:00 Ready, Fire, Aim: Embracing Imperfection
03:43 Adventures and Disappointments: The Cuddle Cow Saga
06:46 Running Events: A New Challenge
09:44 The Ironman Journey: Trials and Tribulations
12:42 The Reality of Funemployment
15:43 Social Media Influencing: The Pressure of Performance
18:52 Finding Authenticity in Promotion
21:50 Lessons Learned: The Importance of Passion
24:40 Food Adventures: The Reality of Content Creation
25:10 Navigating the Challenges of Food Content Creation
31:03 The Purpose of Social Media and Community Building
32:20 The Struggles of Securing Sponsorships
43:00 The Reality of Entrepreneurship vs. Traditional Employment
48:25 Wildlife Rescue and Community Responsibility

Keywords
midlife, reinvention, personal growth, social media, sponsorship, community, wildlife rescue, public speaking, running, outdoor adventures

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In this episode of The Re-Invention Project, Emma chats with Karla, the creator of Snacket. Karla shares her journey from being a stay-at-home Mum to launching a successful product for triathletes, cyclists, runners and athletes who are just out there pushing hard and in need of a snack.

They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of community feedback, and the balance between personal life and business. Karla shares her experiences in triathlons, the prototyping process for Snacket, and the excitement of launching her product. The conversation emphasises the significance of taking small steps towards achieving goals and the value of perseverance in the entrepreneurial journey.

Takeaways

• Great ideas often come from solving an everyday problem you encounter.
• The importance of community support in entrepreneurship.
• Prototyping is a crucial step in product development.
• Launching a product involves a leap of faith and preparation.
• Customer feedback is essential for product improvement.
• Balancing personal life and business is a challenge for entrepreneurs.
• Social media presence is vital for marketing a new product.
• Small steps lead to significant changes in business.
• It's never too late to pursue your passions.
• Perseverance is key in the entrepreneurial journey.

Chapters
00:00 Introductio
02:56 Karla's Journey to Entrepreneurship
05:38 The Birth of Snacket: Solving a Problem
08:19 Prototyping and Product Development
11:22 Testing and Feedback: Refining Snacket
14:02 Launch Day: Nervous Excitement and IP Protection
24:41 The Launch Experience
28:44 Reflections on the Journey
32:44 Balancing Life and Business
35:31 Building a Social Media Presence
43:04 Embracing Change and Growth

Keywords

Snack-It, triathlon, entrepreneurship, product development, cycling, community, women in business, prototyping, social media, health and fitness

You can find Karla here:

www.snacket.com

@_snacket_official on Instagram

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