The Uniform That Nearly Made Me Resign

The Uniform That Nearly Made Me Resign

The Uniform That Nearly Made Me ResignLisa Newport
Published on: 07/10/2026

A threatened prison uniform, a physical reaction I’ve never forgotten, and a realisation years later about clothes, confidence and why personal style has always belonged in my work.

clothes and personal styleidentityFunky Diva Vibesself-expressionwork and business
Make-Up, a Wig, Golden Handcuffs and the Online Course

Make-Up, a Wig, Golden Handcuffs and the Online Course

Make-Up, a Wig, Golden Handcuffs and the Online CourseLisa Newport
Published on: 09/09/2026

What do drag, golden handcuffs, Ikigai and an online course I haven’t even decided to create have in common? Apparently, quite a lot when you start thinking about which versions of yourself you actually want to turn up.

Funky Diva Vibesself-expressionwork and businessbeing yourselfjoy and creativity
What If The Should Was Right?

What If The Should Was Right?

What If The Should Was Right?Lisa Newport
Published on: 19/08/2026

What happens when you know something isn’t for you, but start questioning yourself when results don’t come quickly enough? A very ordinary week of networking, old shoulds and practising Big Unsausaging Energy.

Funky Diva Vibesself trustwork and businessSausage Machine of Conformity
The Old Version of Me Would’ve Said Yes

The Old Version of Me Would’ve Said Yes

The Old Version of Me Would’ve Said YesLisa Newport
Published on: 03/06/2026

Not every opportunity is the right opportunity. From disappointment and shared values to turning down work the old me would’ve jumped at, I’m noticing what changes when you know what fits the person you are now.

midlife identitywork and businessFunky Diva Vibesunsausaging