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Rediscover Joy

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Rediscovering Joy: My Heart-to-Heart with Di on compassion and empowerment

February 24, 2025 • Cait Wotherspoon

Recently, I have had the pleasure of sitting down with Di Geddes, a warm, caring registered nurse with nearly 40 years of experience who’s all about spreading compassion and joy. In January 2021, Di founded Exceptional Care For You, and she’s been transforming disability care ever since by putting both carers and clients at the heart of everything she does.

A Bit About Di:

Di has dedicated almost 40 years to nursing, working across hospitals, community care, corporate roles, and aged care.
She started Exceptional Care For You purely on word-of-mouth referrals, and it’s been growing steadily since day one.
Di is passionate about delivering disability care with kindness, ensuring that every client and carer feels truly valued.
She’s also a big advocate for women, encouraging us to follow our dreams and build careers that really align with our values.

What we talk about in this episode:

Di’s Journey: I loved hearing how her diverse nursing background shaped her unique perspective on disability care.
Creating a Supportive Culture: We discussed how important it is to build a workplace where everyone feels cared for and respected.
Driving Positive Change: Di shared her thoughts on keeping the conversation around the NDIS positive and always client-focused.
Empowering Women: Her heartfelt message about following your passion—no matter when you start—was incredibly inspiring.

Key Takeaways:

Compassion Works: Even small acts of kindness can make a huge difference, both at work and at home.
Value-Driven Leadership: When you build your business around strong values like commitment, teamwork, and excellence, amazing things happen.
It’s Never Too Late: Whether you’re considering a career change or starting something new, there’s never a wrong time to follow your dreams.
Word of Mouth: Di’s journey shows that genuine care and dedication can drive success without any flashy marketing.

Final Thoughts:
I really enjoyed our down-to-earth conversation, and I hope Di’s story inspires you as much as it inspired me. It’s a great reminder that when we lead with kindness and care, we can truly transform not only our businesses but our lives too. Tune in, get inspired, and maybe pick up a few ideas to bring more joy into your own work and life!

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