Skill Swap

Join us as Jared Blank shares his inspiring journey of overcoming dyslexia through running. Diagnosed at age 5, Jared used sports as an outlet to manage the challenges of dyslexia. He completed the World Marathon Challenge—7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days—to raise awareness for dyslexia charities. With support from his mother, Jared excelled academically, earning two master’s degrees. Now the Football Chief of Staff at the University of Texas, Austin, Jared continues to inspire others, showing that with hard work, anything is possible. This episode highlights grit, determination, and the power of dyslexic strengths!

Explore Kirsty Heap’s journey in this podcast episode as she transitions from a corporate job to full-time self-employment, navigating the challenges of dyslexia. Discover the difficulties she faced in concealing her true self during her corporate tenure and how embracing authenticity led to increased happiness in her work. The episode delves into the themes of unmasking, self-discovery, and the leap into self-employment. Gain valuable insights and tips for individuals contemplating a similar path but are concerned about potential barriers posed by dyslexia. Key topics include the struggle of masking one’s identity to fit in, the importance of finding genuine happiness in being oneself, and the empowering journey into self-employment. Explore the transformative experience of breaking free from societal expectations and embracing authenticity in the professional realm. Keywords: Masking, Being Yourself, Self-Employed.

For the final episode of 2024, Matthew Head reflects on a year of juggling work, creativity, and burnout—and the lessons he learned to regain balance. As a lead engineer at Jaguar Land Rover, Matthew’s days were packed with designing concept cars, editing podcasts, rehearsing for amateur dramatics, and playing guitar. But by mid-year, exhaustion hit hard, forcing him to reassess his lifestyle.

In this candid episode, Matthew shares how he overcame burnout by simplifying his life: outsourcing podcast editing, reintroducing exercise, optimizing sleep, and embracing intentional choices. He discovered that true energy comes from passion and balance, not endless productivity.

Join Matthew as he explores how small, sustainable changes transformed his year—and how these insights can help you build a life you love in 2025. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring reflections!