From Stage to Business: A Performer's Journey Through Entrepreneurship with Hazel Mallinson-Nesmith - Ep.42

From Stage to Business: A Performer's Journey Through Entrepreneurship with Hazel Mallinson-Nesmith - Ep.42

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Join host Nicole-Louise Geddes as she interviews Hazel Mallinson-Nesmith, a multi-talented performer and entrepreneur, in this inspiring episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast. Hazel shares her incredible journey from actress to business owner to entertainment manager, revealing how she navigated the challenges of motherhood, career changes, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Discover how Hazel's diverse experiences in theatre, holiday parks, and children's entertainment shaped her unique approach to the performing arts industry. Learn about her successful pivot during the pandemic, creating magical Christmas experiences for families, and how she embraced new opportunities that led to her current role as an entertainment manager.

This episode is packed with valuable insights on:

- Adapting your skills to different areas of the entertainment industry

- Balancing family life with a showbiz career

- Overcoming self-doubt and embracing change

- Creating multiple income streams as a performer

- The importance of trusting your intuition in business decisions

Whether you're a seasoned performer looking to diversify your career or an aspiring entrepreneur in the entertainment industry, Hazel's story will inspire you to embrace new challenges and follow your passion. Don't miss this candid conversation about the realities of building a sustainable career in showbiz.

 00:00:00 - Introduction to the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast 

00:01:03 - Hazel's journey from actress to business owner 

00:03:57 - Pivoting during COVID and creating the North Pole Elf Company 

00:05:58 - Transitioning back to holiday park entertainment 

00:08:08 - Finding balance between employment and side hustles 

00:10:45 - How motherhood influenced career decisions 

00:15:57 - The alignment of passion, purpose, and family life 

00:17:32 - Facing fears about returning to performance 

00:20:56 - Finding confidence again in creativity and performance 

00:23:33 - The transferable skills of performers in business 

00:25:40 - Where to find Hazel online 

00:26:53 - Final thoughts and call to action 

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