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S4 Ep.3 Evolving opportunities & transitions: coaching, coworking & community at the heart of SME leadership, with Claire Carpenter

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Suzanne talks to Claire Carpenter, a pioneer in coworking and social impact. From creating one of Europe’s first coworking hubs, The Melting Pot, Edinburgh to mapping rural opportunities & engaging in social fabric projects far & wide, Claire’s journey is full of lessons for community leaders and SME owners.

They talk coaching, navigating transitions, and rethinking leadership—whether it’s running a business, fostering collaboration, or embracing new ways of working (like van life!).

Here are some of the highlights:

Claire's experiences as a coworking pioneer & its industry innovations Transitions to remote working ( quite literally, as in working from a van) Coaching for growth & adapting to change Empowering communities & SME leaders through social impact Navigating transitions

Find out more about Claire at https://www.clairecarpentercoaching.com/