Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
Former professional footballer Ryan Gonsalves dives deep into the unique challenges and triumphs of transitioning from elite sports to fulfilling careers. Through candid conversations with athletes, the Career Clarity Podcast explores their inspiring journeys, uncovering lessons on identity, resilience, and reinvention. Whether you're an athlete or simply seeking inspiration for your next chapter, this podcast will empower you to unleash your second wind.
Ryan Gonsalves transitioned from professional football with Huddersfield Town in the English Footbaal League, to a career in financial services by leveraging his adaptability, transferable skills, and willingness to embrace new opportunities.
While playing semi-professional football, he pursued education and began working at GE Money Capital Bank, where he gained global experience and developed expertise in Lean Six Sigma and process improvement. His sports background often helped him stand out during interviews, creating memorable connections with hiring managers.
Later, Ryan joined HSBC in Hong Kong, where he worked for nearly a decade in consumer banking, focusing on global projects such as researching homeownership behaviors. His ability to understand consumer insights and behavior became a cornerstone of his success in the financial sector. After over 20 years in banking (including back in Australia at AMP, Westpac, COmmenwealth Bank and NSW Treasury, Ryan transitioned into career coaching, inspired by helping fellow athletes navigate their post-sports careers.
Ready to take the next step? Connect with Ryan at letschat@2ndwind.io.
Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves
64: Tayla Noel - From Dance Performer to Teacher, Her Transition and Impact on Others
In today's episode, Ryan interviews Tayla Noel, a former dancer, choreographer, dance teacher, and fitness instructor. Tayla's dance journey commenced at the age of three, leading her into a performing career while instructing at diverse dance and fitness studios spanning Australia and the UK. Noteworthy highlights from her performing portfolio include the Royal Court Theatre Company World Cruise 2019/2020 (Carnival UK), the 75th D-Day Anniversary for Her Majesty the Queen (BBC London), London Fashion Week, Google, and Nike.
Having taught dance education in some of the highest educational studios including London Studio Centre, Pineapple Dance Studios, and BASE Dance Studios, Tayla established her own studio, SLIQ. Through SLIQ, she continues to share her extensive expertise garnered from the entertainment and fitness sectors, maintaining a strong commitment to technique and alignment while infusing elements of enjoyment and creativity.
Tune in to learn more about:
- The day-to-day life of a cruise ship dancer
- How Tayla was introduced to the performance industry
- Tayla's adventures all around the globe performing and teaching dancing
- Challenges she faced launching her online business and how she overcame them
- How COVID quarantine and lockdown impacted the performer industry
- Ways in which she worked through the tasks she thought were impossible for her business
- Her vision and how she's snowballing it into reality
…and so much more!
Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io
Links:
Website: https://sliq.com.au
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tayla.joel?ig
TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM2tcCh1G/
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