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Elevate with Consider it Done

Elevate with Consider it Done

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Elevate is the podcast for ambitious professional women seeking to lead with impact, balance, and clarity.

Through thoughtful conversations with accomplished female leaders, executive coaches, and industry experts, each episode provides practical strategies and fresh perspectives on navigating career progression, avoiding burnout, and achieving sustainable success - whilst also enjoying quality of life and downtime on the way.

From the realities of leadership at the highest levels to the power of building the right support systems, "Elevate" offers intelligent, actionable insights for high achieving professional women ready to thrive on their own terms. Thoughtful, candid, and highly relevant — this is a space for those who aspire to lead with purpose and live with intention.

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Episodes
  • EP9: Exploring Artisan Wines, Sustainability & Female Winemakers with Rebecca Hewes
    Dec 5 2025

    In this fascinating episode of Elevate with Consider it Done, Sue Reeve is joined by the rather brilliant Rebecca Hewes - a wine expert, entrepreneur, and founder of Handpicked Wine Box.

    With more than 25 years in the wine trade, Rebecca’s career has taken her from pub management to international winemaking and high-level wine merchandising.

    During COVID, she began curating bespoke wine cases for friends, first with themed selections such as Pinot Grigio Alternatives” and then evolving her ideas into a thriving business built on curiosity, artisanship, and quality. With a passion to share her personal love of wine at the heart of it.

    Today, Handpicked Wine Box stands out for its meticulous product research, locally curated, environmentally conscious packaging options, and thoughtful finishing touches such as handwritten cards and beautifully branded corporate gifts.

    In this episode, Rebecca shares:

    • Her career journey and what inspired her to launch Handpicked Wine Box
    • The importance of artisan producers and sustainable practices
    • Why simple, flexible subscription boxes help people explore wines with confidence
    • The Women in Wine initiative and her commitment to supporting Refuge UK
    • The myth around price and wine quality and what you should actually expect for your money
    • The most underrated wine region
    • The one bottle she believes more people should try

    Rebecca’s passion for storytelling, provenance, and empowering women in the wine world shines throughout this conversation.

    Explore artisan wines curated by Rebecca: www.handpickedwinebox.com

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    Above and beyond is our normal.

    Ready to transform your life? Book a complimentary consultation with Sue Reeve, Founder of Consider it Done, and discover how we can help you thrive:
    Complimentary Consultation with Sue 🗓️

    Website: www.consider-it-done.co.uk
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/consider-it-done

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    17 mins
  • EP8: There Is Another Way: Rethinking Divorce, Law & Life with Joanna Toch
    Oct 19 2025

    In this episode of Elevate, host Sue Reeve welcomes the inspirational Joanna Toch - double Olympian, family law barrister, and founder of Family Law Cafe. Joanna shares how she moved beyond traditional legal practice to create a more accessible, tech-driven, and holistic model for supporting clients through divorce and separation.

    This conversation is a must-listen for anyone facing family breakdown, navigating divorce, or seeking support in a smarter, more empowering way. Joanna also opens up about her Olympic journey, the mindset of elite sport, and how that competitive drive fuels her mission to change the family law system.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why traditional family law isn’t working - and what Joanna is doing to fix it
    • How Family Law Cafe puts clients (not lawyers) in control of their cases
    • The role of tech and teamwork in cutting legal costs and improving outcomes
    • Joanna’s Olympic story and how it shaped her drive, discipline, and leadership
    • Why a holistic support network is essential during life’s most emotional transitions

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    Above and beyond is our normal.

    Ready to transform your life? Book a complimentary consultation with Sue Reeve, Founder of Consider it Done, and discover how we can help you thrive:
    Complimentary Consultation with Sue 🗓️

    Website: www.consider-it-done.co.uk
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/consider-it-done

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    21 mins
  • EP7: Reinvention at Midlife: Confidence, Courage & Career Change with Jo Glynn-Smith
    Oct 19 2025

    In this episode of Elevate, Sue Reeve welcomes Jo Glynn-Smith - transformation coach, keynote speaker, and host of The Midlife Entrepreneur Podcast. With over two decades in senior brand and leadership roles, Jo shares her deeply personal story of navigating a major career transition after redundancy during the pandemic. Together, Sue and Jo explore the emotional realities and empowering possibilities of midlife reinvention.

    You’ll hear how Jo went from being a VP of marketing to a certified coach helping other women navigate pivotal life and career transitions. They dive into the emotional journey of identity shifts, the power of portfolio careers, and practical exercises to reconnect with what truly brings you energy.

    Whether you’re at a career crossroads or seeking more confidence in your next chapter, this episode is full of insight and inspiration - especially for women who are juggling it all and looking to do life differently.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why redundancy led Jo to discover a more purpose-driven path
    • The emotional blocks women face when considering reinvention
    • How portfolio careers are shaping the future of work for midlife professionals
    • A three-step exercise to clarify what brings you joy, drains your energy, and defines your core values

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    Above and beyond is our normal.

    Ready to transform your life? Book a complimentary consultation with Sue Reeve, Founder of Consider it Done, and discover how we can help you thrive:
    Complimentary Consultation with Sue 🗓️

    Website: www.consider-it-done.co.uk
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/consider-it-done
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/ConsideritDone
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/consideritdone

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    19 mins
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