Anna Usselmann - Turning her passion into a job. From Engineer in London to Outdoor Instructor working for Land and Wave in Dorset.

<div> <p>Anna is an Outdoor Instructor working for Land and Wave in Dorset. She loves being on the water, or in the woods, every day sharing her love of adventure with everyone she instructs. </p> <p>Anna has always loved being outdoors and wanted to find a job that would allow her to enjoy that all year round. From school, she followed a conventional path to university, and became a Civil Engineer working in construction.</p> <p>Recently she decided to take the leap and turn her passion into a job. It was quite a drastic shift from Engineer in London, to Outdoor Instructor in Dorset, but one she is loving. </p> <p>She was able to change career so quickly following an intensive Outdoor Instructor Training Course in the winter, where she gained qualifications needed for the job, and is now gaining experience every day.</p> <p>***</p> <p>Get ready for an exciting month of July on the Tough Girl Podcast, as we shine a spotlight on women working in the outdoors. Sponsored by Land & Wave - join us as we delve into their stories, gain insights, and discover valuable tips from their incredible experiences. </p> <p>Don't miss out on these empowering episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - hit the subscribe button and be part of the adventure!</p> <p>***</p> <p>Show notes</p> <ul> <li>Anna working as a newly qualified Outdoor Instructor </li> <li>Working for <a href="https://landandwave.co.uk/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Land & Wave</a></li> <li>Living in an 8 person tent on site at Land & Wave (excuse the noise from the wind!)</li> <li>Growing up near Birmingham </li> <li>Being a member of <a href="https://www.scouts.org.uk/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Scouts</a> </li> <li>Doing <a href="https://www.dofe.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Duke of Edinburgh Award</a> </li> <li>Joining the <a href= "https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/our-organisation/bases-and-stations/training-establishments/university-royal-naval-units" target="_blank" rel="noopener">University Royal Naval Units (URNU)</a> </