Rachel Peebles, the visionary force behind Estrellas Brillantes, shares her extraordinary journey from the bustling streets of Bolivia to the classrooms of Scotland. With a background in economics and a profound love for the Spanish language, Rachel's story is one of transformation and tenacity. Her commitment to empowering others through language learning has not only enriched her life but also the lives of countless children and adults in her community. As she recounts her experiences, from supporting families in Bolivian prisons to founding a successful business back in the UK, listeners are offered a narrative filled with resilience and inspiration.

In this episode, Rachel opens up about the role of awards in elevating her business's profile and how such accolades have become a beacon of encouragement through challenging times. She candidly discusses the personal hurdles of balancing entrepreneurship with her and her son's neurodiversity, highlighting the importance of seeking support and understanding one's unique strengths. Rachel's reflections on her late ADHD diagnosis offer a poignant look into the complexities of her journey, emphasizing the power of creativity and perseverance. This conversation is an uplifting reminder of the strength found in embracing one's challenges and working tirelessly towards success.

She also works with a charity in Bolivia providing low-cost services in healthcare, sport and education, and another doing vital work in Uganda.

{2:13} The journey to Estrellas Brillantes.

{3:07} Life in Bolivia.

{5:32} Coming back to Britain.

{6:00} Starting to teach Spanish.

{7:00} The benefits of learning a language.

{7:49} Why Rachel bought a franchise.

{9:45} The benefits of a ready-made business model.

{10:22} Expanding into adult learning.

{11:08} When awards arrived on the radar.

{12:20} The benefits of completing the awards process.

{13:38} Rachel's list of award entries.

{14:15} What Rachel has gained through entering awards.

{16:02} Rachel's awards strategy.

{19:00} Rachel's most significant challenges.

{23:19} Dealing with neuro-diversity.

{24:53} ADHD can be a superpower.

{27:00}Don't try to do everything yourself.

{29:00} The flexibility of running a business.

{30:11} The charities Rachel works with.

Connect with Debbie at: https://thebusinessawardsshow.co.uk

Connect with Rachel: https://estrellasbrillantes.co.uk/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Estrellas.Brillantes.Spanish

Foundation Totai: https://foundationtotai.org/