So your career doesn’t fit a template…

Maybe it wasn’t meant to.

I’ve gone from chemistry to content, family business to freelancing, coaching to corporate in the space of eight years. For a long time I felt like I’d failed because my friends were climbing their career ladders whilst I couldn’t stick to one thing.

The truth? I was building skills and self-confidence that have set me up for the most exciting part of my unconventional career yet.

That’s what I share on this website!

Essays

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The translator in the room
The translator in the room

The skill that's run through every job I've had but never made it onto a single job description — and the cost of being the one who bridges gaps.

From chemistry to content marketing.
From chemistry to content marketing.

I have a chemistry degree yet I've spent eight years in content and marketing. Here's what I learned on the way.

A young woman with long, wavy red hair wearing a green top, standing against a plain white background.

About Me

Hello! I’m Charlotte Barnes. I’ve had many official and un-official titles up to now (at the minute I’m a corporate content manager and loving it).

I wanted somewhere to compile my thoughts of an unconventional career path and what it’s taught me so far - the ups, downs, and in-betweens. I hope you enjoy my essays as much as I’ve loved creating them!

My story so far

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