Balancing Work and Wellbeing: Insights from Susanna Simmons
In this episode of Virtually Amazing Assistants, the host welcomes Susanna Simmons, a multifaceted professional specializing in fitness and lifestyle coaching combined with customer experience strategy.
Susanna shares her journey from corporate IT training to becoming a fitness coach and helping third chapter solopreneurs—individuals aged 45 and above—thrive both personally and professionally.
They discuss the importance of sustainable habits, the challenges of balancing family and work, and the significance of self-care to prevent burnout. Susanna also provides practical tips on maintaining wellbeing and building successful, long-term customer relationships.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:08 Susanna Simmons’ Background and Expertise
03:49 Understanding the Third Chapter Solopreneurs
09:15 Susanna’s Personal Journey and Career Transition
10:51 Blending Fitness Coaching with Customer Experience
13:38 The Evolution of Retirement and Work-Life Balance
14:53 Customer Experience and Software Adoption
17:15 Understanding Stakeholder Dynamics
18:49 Common Challenges for Solopreneurs
20:13 Building Sustainable Habits
21:39 Personal Experience with Habit Formation
22:46 The Importance of Enjoyable Habits
23:44 Adapting Habits to Individual Routines
27:21 Practical Tips for Accountability
31:35 Remote Work and Global Clients
32:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
