The Wisepreneurs Podcast
Wisepreneurs Podcast: Reinventing Work After 60
The Wisepreneurs Podcast, hosted by Nigel Rawlins, delivers thoughtful conversations and practical strategies for women 60+ building meaningful, independent careers.
Tune in to master Networked Entrepreneurship, craft authentic brands, work smarter with tech, stay mentally sharp, and navigate career shifts—all with resilience and purpose.
With 67+ episodes (new episodes resuming May 2025) and backed by 100+ articles, each episode blends human-centered tools and collaborative wisdom to empower your reinvention.
From launching consultancies to amplifying your voice, find frameworks that fit your life.
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Episodes
68 episodes
Redesigning Retirement: Kim Watty on Purpose and Community
What happens when a distinguished accounting professor decides there's more to life than academia? In this captivating conversation, 66-year-old Kim Watty reveals her remarkable journey from emeritus professor to entrepreneur, co-founding The M...
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Episode 68
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43:34
Thriving in the Age of AI with Filip Drimalka
Episode SummaryIn this episode of Wisepreneurs, host Nigel Rawlins sits down with Filip Drimalka, an AI strategist, digital transformation expert, and author of The Future of No Work. Filip shares game-changing insights on AI-dri...
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Episode 67
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56:05
The Power of Prevention: Michal Novotný on Movement and Longevity
In this episode, we sit down with Michal Novotný, a distinguished physiotherapist and fitness coach who has worked with elite athletes such as Rafael Nadal, Maria Sharapova, and Hollywood stars including Orlando Bloom and Chris Hemsworth. <...
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Episode 66
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48:39
Mastering Tools and Processes with Anna Burgess Yang
In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins speaks with Anna Burgess Yang, a former FinTech executive turned freelance content writer and solopreneur. Anna shares her journey from corporate to self-employment, balan...
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Episode 65
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49:39
Why Sitting Too Long Negates Good Health Habits with Krisna Hanks
In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins sits down with Krisna Hanks, a metabolic health expert, to discuss how prolonged sitting can undermine even the healthiest habits. With decades of experience and her role as Direct...
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Episode 64
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47:28
Personal Kanban: Mapping Success for Independent Professionals with Tonianne DeMaria
In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins speaks with Tonianne DeMaria, co-author of Personal Kanban, about her inspiring journey from fashion to becoming a productivity expert. Tonianne highlights how visual systems like ...
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Episode 63
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1:05:13
Peter Compo’s Approach to Navigating Business Complexity
In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins interviews Peter Compo, author of The Emergent Approach to Strategy. Drawing on 25 years of experience at DuPont, Peter illustrates how businesses can adapt and t...
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Episode 62
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51:07
Solo, Skilled, and Essential: Gail Greatorex’s Influence on Product Safety
In this episode, my guest, Gail Greatorex, is a leading expert in product safety with over 25 years of experience. Gail shares her journey from working with the Australian government to becoming a self-employed consultant, where she helps busin...
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Episode 61
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47:56
From Chaos to Clarity: Eliška Šestáková on Building Smarter Note Systems
In this episode, I talk with Eliška Šestáková, an academic and productivity expert from the Czech Republic, to explore the world of effective note-taking. Eliška shares her unique approach to organizing information and shows how note-taking can...
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Episode 60
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54:22
Human Edge in AI: Leanne Shelton on Balancing Tech with Heart
In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins chats with Leanne Shelton, a ten-year veteran copywriter and content marketer who has transitioned into AI training. Based in Sydney, Australia, Leanne shares her shift from tradit...
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Episode 59
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47:07
The Reality Check: Testing Business Ideas Against the Real World with Cedric Chin
In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, I spoke with Cedric Chin, the founder of Commoncog, to explore his unique approach to accelerating business expertise. Cedric shares his journey from leading a startup in Vietnam to esta...
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Episode 58
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1:10:50
Connected and Confident: Karen Wickre’s Networking Guide for Independent Professionals
In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, Karen Wickre returns after 50 episodes. Karen is a skilled communicator, freelance editor, and networking expert. She shares her insights on building meaningful professional relationships, the benefi...
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Episode 57
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55:26
Breaking the Invisibility Barrier: Danielle Joworski’s Tips for Women in Business
In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins interviews Danielle Joworski, a visibility expert and entrepreneur, about the challenges and strategies for breaking the invisibility barrier in business. Danielle sha...
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Episode 56
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51:09
Navigating Self-Employment in L&D: Jane Hudson’s Success Story
In this special episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, I'm catching up with Jane Hudson, a Learning and Development (L&D) consultant specializing in regulatory training. Jane was guest number five on the podcast, and now, 50 episodes later, s...
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Episode 55
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44:59
Peter Hatherley on Helping Independent Professionals Thrive with AI Tools
In this episode, Nigel Rawlins speaks with Peter Hatherley about the transformative power of AI in digital marketing and business optimization. Important points include the difference between generative and interactive AI, advanced SEO techniqu...
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Episode 54
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45:19
Habits for Life: Dr Holly Whelan on Health, Longevity, and Success
Episode Summary:In this episode, Dr. Holly Whelan shares her fascinating journey from academia to the corporate world and eventually to entrepreneurship. She discusses her transition from working in the laboratory to managing glob...
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Episode 53
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49:13
Debbie Jenkins Enhancing Professional Credibility with Short, Valuable Books
In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, my special guest is Debbie Jenkins, an accomplished author and publisher with a rich background in engineering. Debbie shares her thoughts on making a significant impact by writing short, valuable bo...
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Episode 52
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49:12
Natasha Ginnivan: Reshaping Perceptions of Aging and Longevity
Discover how Natasha Ginnivan, a researcher from the Blue Mountains and Sydney, reshapes perceptions of ageing and longevity. In this episode, Natasha reveals the cultural attitudes towards aging, the impact of stereotypes, and the...
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Episode 51
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42:14
Emma Williams Helping PhDs to Thrive Beyond Academia
Join host Nigel Rawlins on the Wisepreneurs podcast as he chats with Emma Williams, a former academic turned business owner. Emma shares her journey from a career in physics and Magnetic Resonance Imaging research to starting her own coaching b...
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Episode 50
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50:28
Michael Greenberg: Boosting Productivity with AI and Automation
Join host Nigel Rawlins as he interviews Michael Greenberg, a leading expert in digital operations. In this episode, they dive into the transformative power of AI and automation in business, discussing practical strategies for optimizing workfl...
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Episode 49
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1:02:12
Annette Densham: Empowering Professionals Through the Power of Storytelling
Join us on the Wisepreneurs podcast as host Nigel Rawlins interviews Annette Densham, co-founder of the Audacious Agency. Annette shares her storytelling and personal branding expertise, discussing how these skills can help business owners and ...
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Episode 48
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50:17
Kate Toon: Digital Marketing to Business Success
Join host Nigel Rawlins as he chats with Kate Toon, an Australian digital marketing coach and business mentor, about the essentials of building a successful online presence. In this episode, Kate shares her expertise in SEO, copywriting, runnin...
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Episode 47
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43:45
Gill Andrews: Secrets to High-Converting Websites
Join host Nigel Rawlins in a captivating conversation with Gill Andrews, a conversion copywriter and website consultant, on the Wisepreneurs Podcast. Gill offers valuable insights into what makes the copy on your website truly effective in gene...
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Episode 46
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57:15
Fiona Allman-Treen: Websites as Powerful Business Assets
In this episode of Wisepreneurs, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Fiona Allman-Treen, an expert in website strategy and author of "Website Mastery for Business Owners Who Don't Speak Tech." During our conversation, Fiona generously share...
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Episode 45
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54:04
Digital Marketing Demystified: Insights from Dr. Debra Zahay-Blatz
Nigel Rawlins talks with Dr Debra Zahay-Blatz, a marketing professor and industry expert, to explore practical strategies for leveraging data and technology to drive better marketing decisions and career growth as an independent professional.&n...
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Episode 44
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44:13