Where Magic Happens – Just Outside Your Comfort Zone, with Triathlon Coach, Philippa HardyPhilippa climbs mountains, swims in the wild and consistently pushes her comfort zone both personally and professionally, even when her heart pumps a little faster! She’s incredibly humble about her achievements, but her drive to expand her comfort zone is infectious – so much so, that I’ve agreed to go wild swimming too!
Phillipa chairs the CIPD branch in Cumbria as a volunteer - and her volunteering doesn’t stop there, she’s a triathlon coach too! A genuine champion of others and by day she’s in HR Advice, Policy and Change Management for Cumberland Council. If you’ve been putting off a “thing” in your personal or professional life, and you’re unsure how to start or feel apprehensive, this conversation with Phillipa will inspire you to act. What You Will Learn & Summary: 💡 What technique Philippa uses to swap Netflix, for a run, in preparation for her half Iron Man. 💡 How she takes that initial brave step towards doing something, & pushes her comfort zone. 💡 Why embracing adventure & a growth mindset can transform your work, happiness, & sense of self. Here’s to your shining! Estelle Read Bestselling Author, Coach & Speaker Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to the podcast and Estelle Read 01:04 – Estelle’s first encounter with the CIPD Cumbria Branch and meeting Philippa 02:44 – Introducing Philippa Hardy: her roles, passions, and philosophy 04:02 – Philippa’s origin story: family, education, and early career 07:27 – The power of belonging and building connections after relocation 10:30 – Women’s career journeys: challenges after childbirth and beyond 16:53 – Climbing, wild swimming, and pushing comfort zones 22:01 – Coaching, triathlons, and the value of community 27:00 – Growth mindset, authenticity, and learning from setbacks 32:00 – Final thoughts: being brave, embracing imperfection, and enjoying the ride 48:59 – Outro: How to connect with Estelle and resources Listen on your favourite podcast platform Connect with Estelle Read: www.linkedin.com/in/estelleatbeee/ Access Free Resources: For free resources, book a discovery call or join The Resilient Leader Programme: SHINE, or The Optimised Leader Programme: NEXT LEVEL, visit estelleread.com/ Connect with Philippa Hardy: www.linkedin.com/...ipd-fhea-47872071/ Please Help Us Grow So We Can Continue: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review or share it with someone who might benefit. Thanks for listening to the Optimising Your Brilliance Podcast! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific advice. #OptimisingYourBrilliance #Podcast #PersonalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #WomenInLeadership #ImposterSyndrome #WorkLifeBalance #HRCommunity #CIPD #CIPDCumbria #GrowthMindset #OvercomingFear #Inspiration #Wellbeing #PerformanceCoaching #BraveWomen #OutdoorAdventure #SelfImprovement #TheLakeDistrict #Cumbria
Nov 4, 2025
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