39. Hector Stanley: How I quit my engineering career to co-found a start-up

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Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson

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Making a career change can be a daunting prospect....but it doesn't have to be! Why not take inspiration from people who have made big career changes...and are now thriving!? Join us in conversations where we delve deep into their career journeys, the challenges they faced and how they overcame them. If you are inspired to make a career change (no matter how big or small), get in touch, or check out how I can help at www.yescareercoaching.com

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39. Hector Stanley: How I quit my engineering career to co-found a start-up

Your Big Career Move with Yesim Nicholson

47 minutes 14 seconds

1 year ago

39. Hector Stanley: How I quit my engineering career to co-found a start-up

If you’re thinking of making a career change then you’re in the right place. In each episode I chat to ordinary people who have made extraordinary career changes. I hope you enjoy this conversation and if you're feeling stuck in your career, let me help. I'm Yesim Nicholson and I work with people all over the world who have lost the joy in their work. Sometimes it will take a radical change to find work that feels meaningful to you. Other times it's small tweaks to your existing situation. Together we'll work out what's best for you! Connect with me https://www.linkedin.com/in/yesimnicholson/ 🌍 https://www.yescareercoaching.com You can buy my book 'Ready to quit your job?' here - 📚 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CZJ857LW Start by asking yourself these 10 super powerful questions to help you discover your next career - https://www.yescareercoaching.com/10careerchangequestions Today's episode In this episode of 'Your Big Career Move' host Yesim Nicholson discusses extraordinary career changes with guest Hector Stanley, who transitioned from civil engineering to tech entrepreneurship. They explore Hector's diverse career journey, the common thread of teamwork across his roles, and the impact of people-focused skills on his career transitions. Hector shares insights from his experiences, including the challenges of changing industries, the importance of adaptability, and his venture into founding a tech company, Ditto, focused on promoting employee secondments. This conversation delves into the personal reflections, decision-making processes, and the pursuit of making a positive impact through career choices. 00:00 Welcome to Your Big Career Move! 00:26 Meet Hector Stanley: From Construction to Tech Founder 01:37 The Common Thread: People and Team Building 03:38 Career Reflections and Embracing Change 04:47 Navigating Career Decisions and Peer Perspectives 08:38 Family Reactions and Winning Support 11:47 The Birth of Ditto: A Startup Journey 20:02 The Power of Secondments and Ditto's Mission 27:52 The Power of Personal Experience in Business 28:27 Navigating Secondments: A Guide for the Curious Employee 29:40 Ditto's Approach to Facilitating Secondments 31:57 The Role of a Chief Product Officer in a Startup 34:04 Balancing Innovation with Focus in Startup Growth 37:48 Reflecting on the Startup Journey: Lessons and Regrets 39:02 The Impact of Family Values on Business and Life 48:13 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Just Go For It Find out more about Hector’s company here - https://www.dittotalent.com/ Find out more about the Antler Incubator here - https://www.antler.co/ #careerchange #career #careeradvice #yourbigcareermove