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Re-think Retirement is an inspirational podcast for anyone in ‘unretirement’. If you are thinking about retiring, recently retired – or wanting to change direction later in your retirement, this is for you. On each podcast a guest shares their insights about this stage of life – honestly talking about some of the challenges but also giving you a vast range of ideas as to what you can do. Maybe taking your business skills to help charities tackle big issues; starting an art gallery; growing flowers for the wholesales market; a Michelin-starred chef starting an upmarket food wagon; mentoring younger generations or starting a business. Some people want to play with their grandchildren, play golf or turn their garden into a haven. This podcast is for those who feel that may not be enough and have an unsettling feeling that they want more after working full time. On Re-think Retirement, you will meet others like you. The hosts are Victoria Tomlinson, chief executive of Next-Up, and Trevor Hatton, Career Counsellor. They take you on a journey with their guests, sharing their own experiences and insights in the process. The Re-think Retirement podcast will help listeners have a positive view of life beyond your current career. You will be inspired by some of the amazing ideas that are possible – and have ideas about how to do them for yourself. And hopefully the tips you hear will help you avoid some of the pitfalls others have made!
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Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Annie Stirk: Embracing a new chapter in her 70s as a model
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
After a diverse career encompassing teaching, lecturing, demonstrations, and television work, 74-year-old Annie Stirk has embarked on an exciting new journey as a model. For 35 years, Annie worked as a food stylist for television programs, spending five years each on "This Morning" and "Open House." She later established her own PR agency, Absolutely Food, where she delighted in telling incredible stories for her clients. While her husband retired, Annie's passion for work persisted, leading her to edit for Yorkshire Life and launch the "Time of Your Life" initiative.
One morning, a Facebook advert seeking models caught her eye. Responding to it led to numerous photo shoots, propelling her into the modeling world. Annie’s new career quickly gained momentum, landing her appearances on the BBC series "Take a Hike" and on billboards nationwide for meatless sausages. She also organized events like Silver and Sassie at Yorkshire Fashion Week and "Find Your Midlife Magic," empowering women to achieve great things. Embracing the freelance lifestyle, Annie's philosophy is simple: opportunities arise when you meet new people and say yes to new experiences.
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