What happens when a 50-something woman decides to hit pause on her career, pack her bags, and live her dreams before life’s next set of responsibilities arrive?
In this uplifting and adventurous talk, Sonia Allen shares her journey of taking a career break — climbing to Everest Base Camp while the glacier still exists, travelling solo to Bhutan, volunteering in communities, and supporting Ukrainian refugees, women, and children. All achieved on a budget, while working remotely to keep a steady trickle of income flowing.
With candid stories, practical tips, and plenty of humour, Sonia shows that adventure doesn’t have an age limit, and that you don’t need a fortune to make it happen. This is a call to action for anyone who’s ever thought, “One day…” — to make that day today.
Views: 7 | Enquiries: 0Bright mind, bold heart, I am the kind of woman who rolls up her sleeves and makes things better, wherever I go. From global volunteering adventures to local impact, I would like to say I bring energy, empathy, and no-nonsense smartness to every project I work on.
Professionally, I am a skilled education consultant, recognised for sharp thinking, calm leadership, and ability to accomplish tasks with grace and grit. At other times, I am off making magic happen through international volunteering, community mentoring, and advocacy work.
I am a cancer survivor, a foster carer, personal trainer and an ambassador for International disaster relief organisation 'All Hands and Hearts UK Trust.'
Public speaking is something I have done throughout my working careers', yes careers and never one to be 'lost for words'. I can tailor my speeches to meet the audiences needs:
"A magnetic role model with a wicked sense of humour, Sonia leads with purpose, gives generously, and leaves people (and places) better than she found them."
Smart. Sassy. Seriously inspiring.
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