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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of What's Your Story?, we chat with Lydia Fasham, founder of Henler, an innovative consultancy that helps organisations master their "people stuff."
From Hampshire roots to calling Wales her home, Lydia shares her incredible journey of fostering meaningful connections, navigating life's curveballs, and turning challenges into opportunities.
⏱ Time-Stamps for the Episode:
00:00:00 Meet Lydia Fasham!
00:01:00 Learning Welsh: Lydia’s journey to embracing the Welsh language.
00:02:30 Life in Swansea: How Lydia fell in love with South Wales.
00:05:00 Lydia’s Origin Story: Growing up in Hampshire and discovering her love for people.
00:07:00 Early Career Path: From call centres to a degree in international development.
00:11:00 Adventure Abroad: Pitching and landing her dream job in South Africa.
00:14:00 Memorable Moments: Road trips, hitchhiking, and lessons from youth.
00:16:00 Love Story: Balancing a long-distance relationship with her now-husband, Tom.
00:20:00 Returning to Swansea: Building a home, career, and life in Wales.
00:22:00 Launching Swansea Homestay: Connecting international students with host families.
00:25:00 A Life-Changing Connection: A funeral highlights the lasting impact of her work.
00:27:00 The COVID Curveball: How the pandemic reshaped Lydia’s business and life.
00:31:00 The Barbie Effect: A cinema trip inspires a fresh start at 4theRegion.
00:34:00 4theRegion: Lydia’s year of connecting and building relationships.
00:36:30 Launching Henler: Lydia’s mission to help organisations put people first.
00:39:00 What Henler Offers: Supporting businesses with client relationships.
00:42:00 Vision for the Future: Lydia’s goals for the next 12 months.
00:44:00 The Big Question: Whose story does Lydia want to hear next?
Connect with Lydia:
📱LinkedIn: Lydia Fasham
🌐 Henler.com
From Hampshire roots to calling Wales her home, Lydia shares her incredible journey of fostering meaningful connections, navigating life's curveballs, and turning challenges into opportunities.
⏱ Time-Stamps for the Episode:
00:00:00 Meet Lydia Fasham!
00:01:00 Learning Welsh: Lydia’s journey to embracing the Welsh language.
00:02:30 Life in Swansea: How Lydia fell in love with South Wales.
00:05:00 Lydia’s Origin Story: Growing up in Hampshire and discovering her love for people.
00:07:00 Early Career Path: From call centres to a degree in international development.
00:11:00 Adventure Abroad: Pitching and landing her dream job in South Africa.
00:14:00 Memorable Moments: Road trips, hitchhiking, and lessons from youth.
00:16:00 Love Story: Balancing a long-distance relationship with her now-husband, Tom.
00:20:00 Returning to Swansea: Building a home, career, and life in Wales.
00:22:00 Launching Swansea Homestay: Connecting international students with host families.
00:25:00 A Life-Changing Connection: A funeral highlights the lasting impact of her work.
00:27:00 The COVID Curveball: How the pandemic reshaped Lydia’s business and life.
00:31:00 The Barbie Effect: A cinema trip inspires a fresh start at 4theRegion.
00:34:00 4theRegion: Lydia’s year of connecting and building relationships.
00:36:30 Launching Henler: Lydia’s mission to help organisations put people first.
00:39:00 What Henler Offers: Supporting businesses with client relationships.
00:42:00 Vision for the Future: Lydia’s goals for the next 12 months.
00:44:00 The Big Question: Whose story does Lydia want to hear next?
Connect with Lydia:
📱LinkedIn: Lydia Fasham
🌐 Henler.com
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