147 | Running a business with chronic health conditions

BusinessMindset

May 10

Whilst having a chronic health condition is not something I have personal lived experience with, I've found that a number of my clients, students, and friends in the business space do and I really wanted to understand their experience further.

So joining me for this conversation is Rachel Shillcock - you may know her as Rachilli, to share her experience of starting and running a business that supports her health and what it has looked like to get there.

I'm so grateful to Rachel for sharing her story with me and giving some insights to how the business space can be as inclusive as possible.

This episode has been created in partnership with Penfold.

To start your Penfold pension today and kick off the financial year strong, head to getpenfold.com/refer/alicebenham

With pensions, as with all investments, your capital is at risk and the value can go both up and down… happy saving!

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