Introducing Tania Dolinschek
A note from Kerrie Phipps – I LOVE the combination of adventure and learning. Just love it. I hope you enjoy Tania’s story as much as I have. I can’t wait to meet her one day!
Jane nominated Tania with this comment “Tania is a great leader in her role on the training ship Leeuwin and through her workshops “What are your parrots saying”. Tania teaches children and teens about their inner voice. She makes it fun by becoming Captain Fran Pirate Captain. (And her first book is nearly out).”
Tania Dolinschek
Tania Dolinschek has led quite an adventurous life. After completing her BSc. in Physiotherapy, Tania decided to divide her time between healing physical ailments and helping young people develop through personal discover voyages onboard sailing ships such as the STS Leeuwin II. Her adventurous side saw her take part in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Part way through the leg from Geraldton to China, her boat ran aground on a reef and with broken ribs, was picked up by the opposition along with the rest of her crew men. This experience inspired the creation of her business Sail Through Life and her first book “Pieces of Eight: what is your parrot saying?”
Sail Through Life inspires and empowers young people to reach their full potential through interactive workshops, camps, books and coaching. Basically we bring the adventure and lessons from life at sea to land so that everyone can experience the lessons without having to set foot on a boat!
Sailing Through Life
How do you like to explain your business to others?
My business is unique in that it uses the metaphor of sailing to introduce and teach concepts and lessons to both young and old. Through interactive games workshops, tutorials, books and coaching, I use the lessons used at sea to make learning fun. Few people get to dress up like a pirate to “go to work” running programs for young people on skills such as team work, leadership and resilience.
What plans do you have to further Sail Through Life?
I would like to expand the business into running longer camps 4-7 days where students from as young as 8 yrs can immerse themselves in a positive learning environment. Having a longer period of time with people allows them to practice and grow their new skills in a safe environment. It also allows for learnings to be layered to achieve deeper understanding.
Can you tell us about a challenge you’ve faced and what you learned?
For me it was the moment when I stood on the yacht of our rescuers’ boat owning only what I was wearing and my passport. I realised then, that how lucky I was to be alive and that there was a bigger game to play. It was no longer ok to just go to work each day and help one person at a time. I wanted to inspire and empower larger groups of people, especially children to achieve their full potential. Once I had committed, the transition just happened.
What was your biggest sacrifice in getting your business up and running?
My biggest sacrifice has been a structured life! Working from home part time, working part time as a physio and dance teacher at night, has created a fair amount of juggling! Whilst I love the freedom and flexibility, I have to work very hard to maintain a healthy work/life balance.
What does success mean to you personally?
Success to me means waking up each morning thankful for what you are able to contribute to the world. If you are happy and fulfilled doing what you are called to do and are able to survive financially doing what you love, then I believe you are successful!
Tania Dolinschek
CEO – Sail Through Life
ph. 0405217579
www.sailthroughlife.com.au
Facebook – www.facebook.com/sail.through.life
Twitter – www.twitter.com/taniadol
Linked In – www.linkedin.com/pub/tania-dolinschek/
