
In this episode, I sit down with Kat Carruthers, founder of The NetWork NotWork, a game-changing networking and co-working space designed for creatives, entrepreneurs, and those who don’t fit the traditional academic mould.
From leaving medicine to navigating entrepreneurship, Kat’s journey is all about collaboration over competition, overcoming burnout, and creating spaces that truly support business owners.
What We Cover in This Episode:
✨ From Medicine to Entrepreneurship – How Kat pivoted from medical school to occupational therapy and then into business.
✨ Life-Changing Moments – How having a premature baby at 27 weeks shifted her entire perspective.
✨ The Power of Networking – Why she wanted to make networking fun, engaging, and supportive.
✨ Co-Working with a Purpose – How her CIC (community interest company) provides workspaces, a podcast recording studio, and even opportunities for young children to explore entrepreneurship.
✨ Burnout & Boundaries – How working from home affected her health and the signs you need to look out for.
✨ Junior Journalism & Future Entrepreneurs – Why she’s passionate about giving children a space to learn about business.
✨ Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Community – The truth about business challenges and why the more people you talk to, the better you feel.
💡 If you’re looking for inspiration on how to create a fulfilling business, prevent burnout, and build meaningful connections, this episode is for you!
🔗 Listen now and discover how to network in a way that actually works!
You can connect with Kat on:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-carruthers-a98b71195/
Website https://www.networknotwork.co.uk
You can follow me on :
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pretty-basra-badh-ab017976/
Instagram @drprettybasra