The Reinvention Room with Coach Gwendy

#23 Kate Capelli: Whose Life Are you Living?

🎙️ Wondering whose life you're really living? It's time to choose your own.Today I'm joined by Kate Capelli, a business growth coach and adventure seeker based in Thailand. Kate’s journey proves that life isn't about following the expected path—it's about taking chances, trusting yourself, and playing to your strengths.In our spirited conversation, we unpack the realities of reinvention, from the courage needed to make big changes to the small, practical steps that lead to lasting transformation. Kate shares openly about navigating the messy middle of life transitions, building supportive communities, and how visualising your ideal future can give you the clarity to move forward.💡 Here's what we cover in this episode:🎤 How taking risks builds genuine confidence and resilience.🎤 Why community can transform your reinvention journey.🎤 Practical steps to start choosing the life you actually want.🎤 Leveraging your unique strengths and experiences for growth.🎤 The power of manifestation and visualizing your future.🎤 Why small actions today create the ripple effect you need tomorrow.🎤 How to handle uncertainty and embrace the "messy middle."🎧 In Kate’s own words:"I would rather try than not try."📌 Connect with Kate:https://www.instagram.com/katecapellicoach/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-capelli/💡 If someone you know is at a crossroads, share this episode. It could be exactly the encouragement they need to hear.Thanks again, Kate, for sharing your inspiring journey—and thank you all for listening.Let's get reinventing.🔗 Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/💡 Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.💬 Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast developed. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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#22 Truett Black - You can't do it alone

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🎙️ Trying to reinvent yourself alone? Here’s why that never works—and what to do instead.Today in The Reinvention Room, I'm joined by Truett (True) Black, a lifelong learner and executive coach based in Taipei. True has spent years supporting individuals and teams through moments of real change, helping them find clarity, purpose, and practical ways forward.Our conversation explores how our own experiences shape our paths, why community and mentorship matter more than ever, and the real value of lifelong learning, especially when you're feeling stuck.💡 Here's what we cover in this episode:🎤 Why lifelong learning matters—but only if you apply it.🎤 The power of experiential learning—reflecting intentionally to move forward.🎤 Why community and mentorship aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential.🎤 The role AI can play—leveraging your real-life experience to stay relevant.🎤 The necessity of letting go—True gets real about the discomfort in change, and why embracing it matters.🎤 Practical tips for finding mentors who genuinely understand your journey.🎤 How self-accountability and support from others combine to create lasting change.🎧 In True’s own words:"We need other people. You simply can't do it alone. Get support."📌 Connect with True:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/truettblack/ Upcoming Book: Training Zen (coming soon!)💡 If someone you know is stuck or trying to go it alone, share this episode. It could be the conversation they need to hear.Thanks again, True, for a great conversation—and thank you for listening in.Let's get reinventing.🔗 Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/💡 Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.💬 Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast developed. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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#21 Fernanda Brasileiro She Said Enough to Chasing Everyone's Approval

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🎙️ Have you ever felt stuck chasing approval that never truly arrives?In this heartfelt conversation, I'm joined by my former colleague Fernanda Brasileiro. Fernanda shares her journey through a midlife career crisis, emotional challenges, and the powerful realization that internal validation matters more than external recognition. Fernanda didn’t just acknowledge the need for change; she actively took ownership of her reinvention journey. Shifting from seeking external approval to deeply trusting herself, Fernanda embraced her strengths, prioritized emotional well-being, and invested in meaningful relationships and creative outlets.This episode feels like catching up with an old friend, openly reflecting on our journeys of growth, community engagement, and work-life balance. If you’re feeling stuck or uncertain about your next career move, Fernanda’s insights provide clarity and practical steps to help you navigate your reinvention.💡 Practical insights from this episode:🎤 How emotional breakdowns can lead to significant breakthroughs 🎤 Steps to shift from external to internal validation 🎤 The importance of building authentic relationships at work 🎤 How creative outlets and community involvement fuel personal growth 🎤 Why redefining your identity beyond your job title is essential 🎤 The value of prioritizing emotional health and work-life balance🎧 In Fernanda’s words:"Your identity is bigger than your job. When I realized I was enough, everything changed."📌 Mentioned in this episode:Trust Yourself by Melody WildingThe Good Enough Job by Simone StolzoffThe Dash (poem by Linda Ellis)💡 Know someone who would benefit from this?Please share this episode. Or reach out directly if you have your own reinvention story or guest suggestion.Connect with Fernanda on LinkedIn ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandabrasileiro/⁠🔗 Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/💡 Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.💬 Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast developed. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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#20 Anthony Astbury: He Walked Away to Build the Whole Man

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What happens when you're a man and midlife success still leaves you feeling stuck?If you’ve ever found yourself asking “Is this it?”—even with a good job, solid income, and the outward signs of success—this episode is for you.In this conversation, I’m joined by Anthony Astbury, founder of Whole Man Academy and a former City broker who walked away from a 20-year career to build something that truly matters. This is an honest and grounded conversation about the invisible pressure that many men feel in midlife, and what it takes to reinvent themselves from the inside out. Whether you’re quietly drifting or already planning your next move, Anthony’s story offers practical insight, clarity, and a serious challenge to do more than survive midlife. 💡 Key insights in this episode: 🎤 Why “having it all” still wasn’t enough🎤 What it means to be a whole man in today’s world🎤 The power of one intentional night a week 🎤 Identity, purpose, and letting go of the job title🎤 How to stop drifting, even if you stay where you are 🎧 In Anthony’s words:"If you’re not where you want to be, it starts with one night a week. One night to learn, to train, to plan. That’s the gateway to change." 📌 Connect with Anthony:Website: www.wholemanacademy.com Podcast: The Whole Man Academy Take the Midlife Alignment Check: https://midlife-alignment.scoreapp.com/💡 Know a man who needs this? Forward it on. Or reach out to me directly if you have a guest suggestion or your own reinvention story to share.🔗 Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/💡 Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.💬 Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast developed. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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#19 Jack Gaisford: He walked away from a £1M business

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What happens when success no longer feels right?If you’ve ever wondered whether it's worth letting go of something good to build something truly meaningful, this conversation is for you.In this episode of The Reinvention Room, Jack Gaisford, founder of The Content Club, shares the powerful story behind his decision to shut down his successful agency after significant growth, an ambitious rebrand, and major investment.This is a grounded, honest conversation about what it takes to listen to yourself, make brave decisions, and consciously build a legacy. These are core aspects of any meaningful reinvention.Whether you’re an individual navigating your own career shift or a small business owner questioning your next move, Jack’s journey offers valuable insights and practical wisdom on identity, decision-making, and creating lasting impact.Jack is my first guest here in The Reinvention Room, marking a shift from our usual solo episodes as I start bringing in real, relatable stories of personal and professional change.💡 Key insights in this episode:🎤 Starting a business young, losing it overnight, and rebuilding stronger🎤 Recognising when success no longer aligns with your values🎤 Making bold decisions, even when they are costly or uncomfortable🎤 Why legacy is more important than short term success🎤 How community, clarity, and authenticity drive lasting impact🎧 In Jack’s words:“Legacy is how people talk about you when you’re not in the room. It’s built by doing the right things, not just the easy things.”📌 Connect with Jack:Email: jack@thecontentclub.co.ukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackgaisford/Website: https://the-content-club.co.uk/ 💡 Do you have your own reinvention story or a guest recommendation? Please reach out directly to me. 🔗 Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/💡 Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe to the podcast for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.💬 Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast develops. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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#18: Start with Story. Not the Job.

Jun 2300:06:21Tap to summarize

In this episode, Coach Gwendy pulls back the curtain on how we talk about ourselves and why it matters. Too many of us default to job titles when asked who we are. But in moments of change, that’s not enough.Your story isn’t your CV. It’s how you think, how you got here, and where you’re going next. Gwendy challenges you to look beyond the label and start crafting a narrative that truly reflects who you are — your strengths, scars, detours, and all.What You’ll Learn:Why job titles keep us small — and what to say insteadHow to build a personal narrative grounded in your strengthsThe role of storytelling in reinvention and coachingA better way to talk about what you do (even when it’s in flux)Take Action:Reflect: What’s a turning point in your story that shaped you?Rewrite your LinkedIn headline without using your job title.Use your strengths to frame who you are becoming, not just what you’ve done.To get in touch, contact me at gwendy@owningyourspace.io or visit my website at www.owningyourspace.ioLet's Get Reinventing!

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#17: Useful to Who? A Midlife Wake-Up Call

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In this episode, Coach Gwendy gets real about the quiet toll of always being useful to bosses, to brands, to systems, while sidelining your own needs. It’s a pattern that shows up for a lot of midlifers: working hard, staying responsible, chasing relevance based on old definitions... and then waking up one day wondering, useful to whom?This isn’t about blowing it all up. It’s about checking the scorecard — and asking if you’re still living by someone else’s.What You’ll Learn:Why many of us end up chasing relevance for the wrong reasonsHow usefulness can keep you stuck if it's not serving youWhat a realignment looks like in midlife reinventionWhy reminding yourself of you matters more than rebrandingTake Action:Ask yourself: Who am I being useful to right now — and does it serve me?Reflect on the version of you you’ve put on pause.Start doing one small thing each week that’s useful to you.Get in touch via the form on my website on www.owningyourspace.io

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#16: Embracing the Messy Middle of Reinvention

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In this episode, Coach Gwendy dives straight into the phase few talk about: The Messy Middle. That uncomfortable stretch when you’ve outgrown the old but haven’t yet landed in the next.If you wake up feeling stuck, paralysed, or chasing perfection, you’re not behind. You’re exactly where reinvention lives.Here’s what you'll learn:Why feeling stuck is a signal, not failureHow perfectionism kills momentumWhy clarity follows action, not the other way aroundWhat simple moves shift you from stuck to movingTake Action:Make a decision — any decision — right nowTake one messy step this weekKeep going, even if it feels messyYour reinvention doesn’t start with clarity — it begins with action. Embrace the middle, and watch it unfold.Contact me via the form on my website at www.owningyourspace.io

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#15: The Digital Diet - Create vs Consume

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In this honest episode, Coach Gwendy explores the constant noise of our digital lives — newsletters, feeds, AI, webinars — all vying for attention. But here’s the core insight: reinvention doesn’t happen by absorbing more information. It happens when you start showing up.Gwendy challenges passive consumption and makes a case for creation as a strategic tool to reinvent yourself. Whether you're in a secure job or considering what comes next, developing your voice online is no longer optional. It’s how you future‑proof your relevance. You don’t need a personal brand. You need a point of view.What You’ll Learn:Why silent lurking won’t help you reinvent when it countsHow regular content creation builds credibility before you need itWhy you should do more than leave a “Congrats!” on LinkedInHow to shift from scroll fatigue to signal clarityTake Action:Audit your digital diet — unfollow or mute what doesn’t serve youSay something this week — post, comment, or share in your own voiceAsk yourself: If people searched for me today, what would they find? Start shaping that answer nowContact me via gwendy@owningyourspace.io

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#14: AI Is Here - Are You Reinventing?

May 25, 202500:08:10Tap to summarize

In this episode, Coach Gwendy shares a midlife perspective on how AI is reshaping careers, learning, and the workplace. Forget the old formula of education → job → retirement. That roadmap’s outdated. Gwendy calls on listeners to stop burying their heads in the sand and take proactive steps toward their reinvention, especially when it comes to understanding and embracing AI.What You’ll Learn: Why AI is a career game-changer (and why avoiding it is risky)How to think about lifelong learning differentlyWhat it really means to stay human in an automated worldWhere your strengths come into play — and how to double down on themTake Action:✔️ Pick one AI tool and start experimenting.✔️ Reflect: What do people naturally come to you for?✔️ Stay human. Let AI do the grunt work — but make sure your voice shines through. 🔗 Connect with Coach Gwendy: Website: https://www.owningyourspace.io/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/

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#23 Kate Capelli: Whose Life Are you Living?

#22 Truett Black - You can't do it alone

#21 Fernanda Brasileiro She Said Enough to Chasing Everyone's Approval

#20 Anthony Astbury: He Walked Away to Build the Whole Man

#19 Jack Gaisford: He walked away from a £1M business

#18: Start with Story. Not the Job.

#17: Useful to Who? A Midlife Wake-Up Call

#16: Embracing the Messy Middle of Reinvention

#15: The Digital Diet - Create vs Consume

#14: AI Is Here - Are You Reinventing?