EP6: Abigail Wilmore, HR Specialist, CEO and Founder of People Flow

In this episode of The Midlife Entrepreneur Podcast, Jo Glynn-Smith interviews Abigail Wilmore, a prominent HR leader, CEO and founder of People Flow. Abigail shares her career journey from starting at the shop floor to becoming a Chief People Officer at top fashion brands like Tom Ford and Stella McCartney. She discusses the inspiration behind her career shift to HR, the challenges she faced, and her dedication to heart-centered leadership. Abigail also delves into her healing journey over the past 15 years and how it has shaped her approach to leadership. Furthermore, she reveals how the pandemic led her to found People Flow, a community designed to support HR professionals by providing a space to discuss workplace challenges and mental health issues. This insightful conversation is filled with valuable advice for midlife entrepreneurs and HR professionals alike.

 00:00 Introduction to the Midlife Entrepreneur Podcast

01:20 Abigail Wilmore's Career Journey

02:37 Discovering a Passion for HR

03:47 Climbing the Corporate Ladder

10:47 The Birth of People Flow

14:57 Challenges in HR and the Importance of Community

20:28 Future Plans and Personal Healing Journey

28:27 Heart-Centered Purpose in PeopleFlow

29:39 The Gradual Process of Finding Purpose

30:59 Gender Dynamics in HR

33:06 Challenges of Running a Business

37:25 The Power of Community and Networking

40:27 Three, Two, Ones: Final Advice and Reflections

46:13 Conclusion and Farewell

Abigail's 3,2,1s

3 things you've invested in that have been worth every penny:

1.  Investing in my own healing and making sure I've got money to put to that.

2.  Investing in creativity, whether it be art or dancing. 

3. Fenella, my assistant. Wouldn't be where I am without her. 

2 things you wish you'd done differently. 

1. I wish I had a better understanding of accountancy and the financials. 

2. I wish I had a better development programme for myself. 

1 person you'd like to thank:

1. Fenella, my assistant. Without her, I don't think the community would exist in the way that it does. Thank you 

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Edited and produced by Jo Glynn-Smith 2025.
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Jo Glynn-Smith is an entrepreneur, professional coach, writer, and speaker from London, she is an expert in career transformation and change.

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