From Firefighter to Female Mechanic: Hannah’s Story of Reinvention, Resilience & RiskIn this episode of She Who Dares Wins, Michelle sits down with Hannah Gordon, a former London firefighter, semi-professional athlete, and now a female mechanic and TV presenter, to talk about daring career pivots, mental resilience, and what it's really like to work in male-dominated industries.From her first night shift during the London riots, to dealing with loss, burnout, and the collapse of her own business during the pandemic, Hannah’s journey is anything but ordinary. We talk about how she rebuilt her identity, why failure is non-negotiable when you’re forging your own path, and how she’s navigating her next bold move.What we cover:Life inside the London Fire Brigade during crisisTransitioning from emergency services to automotive repairThe truth about being a woman in the car industryHow Hannah handled her business going underWhy chasing adrenaline can be both your power and your pressureFinding purpose after burnoutGetting into TV presenting, e-scooter racing, and classic car restorationAnd the importance of allowing yourself to start again—at any stageTimestamps00:05 – From Pro Athlete Dreams to the London Fire Brigade06:05 – First Night on the Job: London Riots and Culture Shock08:40 – Coping With Trauma in Emergency Services12:00 – The Wildest Firefighter Callouts (Yes, Curtain Rings Involved)17:08 – Losing a Business in Lockdown: Hannah’s Honest Account19:35 – Winning a World Championship and Closing a Business—In One Weekend22:01 – The Truth About Being a Woman in the Automotive IndustryIf you're navigating a career shift, feeling stuck, or wondering if it’s too late to chase something new—this conversation will hit home.? Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with a woman who’s ready to take the leap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.