How Your Twenties Shape The Rest Of Your Life – Gaby Mendes EP45

This week we welcome Gaby Mendes, founder of the award-winning platform and podcast, Talk Twenties and TwentiesFest. 

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of adult life in the modern world, exploring the challenges and opportunities that define the twenties experience. 

From reimagining education to mastering personal finance, Gaby shares her insights on navigating this transformative decade.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Flaws in Our Current Schooling System: Gaby Mendes discusses how the traditional education system, with its focus on academic subjects like Pythagoras’ theorem, often misses teaching essential life skills.
• Bridging the Information Gap: We examine the challenges young people face transitioning from sixth form to university and beyond, and how to bridge this crucial information gap.
• The Power of Public Speaking: Gaby shares her thoughts on why public speaking should be a fundamental part of education, highlighting its potential to boost confidence and communication skills in young people.
• Talk Twenties: Mission and Impact: We dive into the heart of Talk Twenties, discussing its key messages and how it resonates with listeners in their twenties and beyond.
• Building Resilience in Business: Reflecting on a quote by Chris Williamson, Gaby offers insights into the mental resilience required to build a successful brand and what she would do differently if starting again.
• Financial Management for Entrepreneurs: Gaby shares her approach to managing day-to-day finances and expenses as a business owner.
• The Future of Talk Twenties: We explore what’s next for the platform and how its needs evolve as it grows.