And how do you keep your cool when you've been sent to interview Wu-Tang Clan?

Andy Crysell is a non-executive chair, creative consultant and founder of Crowd DNA.

In our conversation, we discuss:

• How delivering photographs to the world's biggest ad agencies kick-started his creative career
• The impact of acid house rave culture as a democratising force
• What it was like to be a freelance writer for publications including Mixmag, i-D, DJ Mag, The Face, Muzik and NME
• How benefits such as Jobseeker's Allowance were a lifeline for creatives
• What it feels like to transition from freelancer to founder

We also talk encouraging brands to view people as individuals - not walking cash pots - the need to open up insight and strategy careers to people from marginalised backgrounds and why the Museum of Youth Culture is addressing a pressing need to change pervasive narratives around young people.

To find out more about the Museum of Youth Culture, visit: https://www.museumofyouthculture.com/

To connect with Andy on LinkedIn, head to:   / andycrysell  

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And how is it that a complaint about a party turns into a job offer?

Harry Corbett is a Director and Founder of Intelligence Forums; an organisation that aims to connect the regions of the UK through thoughtful discourse, debate, and a respect for counter views. In our conversation Harry shares:

* Why social mobility has become more difficult

* Experiencing meritocracy on the trading floor

* How the collapse of the Lehmann Brothers crystallised his worldview

* Why having nothing to lose can make you more open to opportunity

* How a chance meeting can change your life!

To find out more about Intelligence Forums, visit: https://www.intelligence-forums.com/

To connect with Harry, find him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrycorbett-if/

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And how does it feel to experience homelessness as a mother with young children?

Flic McCann is a playwright who changed her life when she poured her pain onto the page. In our conversation we discuss:

• How it feels to move to another country and marry into a culture outside of your own as a young woman
• The impact of overt racism when raising your children
• Misconceptions around homelessness
• The common kinship and hardships faced by women around the world
• How to rebuild when you feel like you've hit rock bottom

This is a very powerful episode, and one in which Flic shares some of the prejudicial language she faced as the mother of children with mixed heritage.

If you'd like to watch Flic's work being performed, it will be on at the Boardwalk Theatre in Glasgow on April 27th 2024.

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And how do you find the resilience to carry on when the promise of a professional footballing career is cut short?

Aynsley Fry is the founder of Gecko Fitness, an organisation which brings together fitness, performance, nutrition and clinical excellence via programmes tailored towards the precise needs of young people and elite athletes alike (and everyone in between!). In our conversation we discuss:

* How lack of sports provision in state schools (and over-exercising children in private schools) impact young people

* How he felt when he realised his football career was over

* What boxing prepared him for in the world of business

* Why a 12-week Personal Training course was a turning point

* How it felt to rock up at university in a BMW M3!

There's also reflections on appreciating university education more when the money's come out of your own pocket, and why it's not the end of the world if you don't ace your GCSEs.

To find out more about Gecko, visit: http://www.geckofitness.com/

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And how do you change educational policies that harm the area you grew up in?

Curtis James is a filmmaker, photographer, ethnographer and campaigner. As founder of Fieldwork, he uses ethnographic research to document working life. And as a Co-Founder of Class Divide, he's driving change that will positively impact the next generation of students.

In our conversation, we discuss:

* The impact of being young carers on the educational experiences of Curtis and his twin brother

* How individual teachers have the power to shape a life

* Securing a record deal and working alongside the likes of Dave Clarke and Paul Oakenfold

* Travelling the Caribbean producing radio shows for Heineken

* The action he's taking to change punitive educational policies

There's also reflections on navigating the worlds of local government and major corporates when you've come from a council estate, and how one Thatcherite policy actually ended up helping young people out.

To find out more about Class Divide, head to: https://www.classdivide.co.uk/

To connect with Curtis, you can find him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtisjames/

To learn about the Neolithic Cannibals project as part of Brighton Festival, head to: https://brightonfestival.org/whats-on/XXO-neolithic-cannibals-deep-listening-to-the-unheard/

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And how do you cope with a life-changing diagnosis?

Mark Webb is a multi-award winning public speaker and disability advocate with an incredible story to tell. In our conversation he shares:

• The value of being a 'ski bum' and what he learned from travel repping
• Why he dropped out of university off the back of job ad on a poster
• How he came to chaperone Michael Jackson at Disneyland Paris
• The events that led to his MS diagnosis and how his experiences with his employer and colleagues became the beginning of his speaking career
• The lessons we all need to learn as employers and colleagues when someone shares their diagnosis
• Why it's so important to be one of the Good Guys

We also discuss how Mark helped his CEO at Dixons to become the most followed FTSE 100 leader on Twitter (as was) without a scandal!

To follow more of Mark's work, head to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-webb...

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And what happens when you're in the top sets at school, but aren't encouraged to pursue higher education?

Pete Wallis is Co-Founder of True North Development, a training consultancy that specialises in Gallup Strengths and links its corporate work to providing free coaching to people from less advantaged backgrounds.

In our conversation, Pete shares:

• How growing up on a council estate limited his view of possible careers at an early age
• What the British Army has to offer young people in terms of education, trade and career opportunities
• The power of the Open University in making degree-level education more accessible and affordable
• How identifying your strengths and spending time in outdoor spaces can help people embrace their talents and overcome personal challenges
• Why soft skills training is so powerful in helping people from less advantaged backgrounds to be successful

Find out more at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truenorthdevelopment/

Connect with Pete: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petewallis/

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And how do you address the disadvantages and lack of opportunities that lead to young people believing they have no agency or choice?

Adam Ballard and Ben Eckett are the Directors of Gloves Not Gunz and Urban Yogis. Together, they are using a holistic approach to provide purpose, safety and belonging to young people at risk of harm by involvement in, or proximity to, criminal activity.

In our conversation, Adam and Ben share:

• Their experiences of education and how early brushes with the law and exclusion lead to moments of realisation
• Why the combination of mentoring, therapy, education, employability and community is key to helping vulnerable young people
• How sport can be the perfect entry point to empowering young people to positively shape their own futures
• The value in changing the perception of yoga as a pursuit for "white, middle-aged women"
• What Idris Elba was doing at their boxing club!

After seven years of careful, methodical building, Adam and Ben have created a series of services that are trusted by a number of London Boroughs and Violence Reduction Units to help vulnerable young people shape the futures they deserve. There will be some exciting news in March 2024 - to stay updated head to:

Gloves Not Gunz: https://glovesnotgunz.org/

Urban Yogis: https://urbanyogisuk.com/

To connect with Adam and Ben directly, you can find them both on LinkedIn:

Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-ballard-b7b418b7/

Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-eckett-481093130/

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And why are parents such a problem when it comes to showing children the value of blue collar careers?

Anna Moynihan is the Co-Founder of TaskHer - the award-winning (and only!) online booking platform that connects modern homeowners to a highly-skilled, proudly professional community of tradeswomen. In our conversation, Anna shares:

* Her career experiences in the world of film production and what it was like to work for MTV

* How redundancy led to a radical rethink

* Why we need more female plumbers, gas fitters and electricians

* What we can do to change attitudes towards trades

* How AI is going to help rather than hinder practical professions

We also talk about what it's like to run a business with your husband, the power of an all-female panel and living your best life with Westlife! To find out more about task her, head to: https://www.taskher.co.uk/

To connect with Anna, find her on LinkedIn here: (2) Anna (Hernandez) Moynihan | LinkedIn

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And how hard is it to operate in the creative arts when you didn't go to university?

Keith Jeffrey began his career as a 19-year-old with a passion for music and a desire to deliver fantastic experiences to his de-industrialised community.

Today, he helps working-class professionals to thrive in professional environments where class and accent bias are used to hold people back.

In our conversation we discuss:

* The positive power of giving Government funding to teenagers

* The importance of preserving culture in working-class communities

* How it feels to be involved in some of the UK's foremost cultural projects when you've not been to the 'right' theatres

* Why class is still an issue

* How being honest about our backgrounds and experiences makes for a more balanced workplace

There's also some incredible insights and stories from Keith's own career including bringing Nirvana to the UK and providing a stage for David Bowie! Connect with Keith on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithjeffrey/

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And is it possible to create and steer policy if you didn't finish your degree?

Jagdeep Soor is Head of Strategic Partnerships at Pathway Group - an organisation that (amongst other things) puts the experiences and needs of multicultural communities at the heart of its programmes and service offerings. In our conversation, Jagdeep shares his views on:

• The talent that existed within his community growing up in the Midlands (and how a lack of funding made any successes all the more hard-won)
• Why hockey was about more than just sport
• Discovering that university didn't suit his learning style
• His experiences of unemployment and how underinvestment and educational bias impacted his early career options
• How he built a career that went from front-line employment support advice to influencing and implementing national policy
• Why a regional and multicultural approach is so important when designing programmes
• The power of combining data and drive for results with empathy and lived experience

To find out more about Pathway Group and the Multicultural Apprenticeship Alliance, visit: https://pathwaygroup.co.uk/multiculturalaa/

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And how do you overcome accent and educational bias to build a career that could easily be denied to you?

Paul Foot is Head of Finance for the Investment Management arm of Universities Superannuation Scheme Ltd. He is also the lead for their newly created Social Mobility Network. In our conversation, Paul paints a vivid picture of what it means to come from a working class background and his experiences of:

* Cultural norms at school in which academic achievement wasn't perceived as 'cool'

* How being good at sport became his 'pass' for wanting to study hard

* An early brush with a career in the recording industry

* Experiencing overt classism alongside education and accent bias in interview situations

* People's surprise that he didn't have a degree

* The importance of advocating for people from less privileged backgrounds

This is a frank and often funny conversation that underlines the reality of the challenges that must be overcome to improve socioeconomic diversity.

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And how do you find your way into film production when you don’t have any connections?

David Stubbins is a freelance Film Camera Operator, Director and Editor whose career spans the worlds of travel, corporate events and televised sports.

In this episode David shares:

• How lack of space on his chosen A-level courses meant studying two subjects he hadn’t picked

• Why a story left on a common room table decided his future

• What is was like being a cameraman for a Private Detective!

• Why on the job experience made him more valuable to film companies than having a degree

• Why people skills are as important as technical skills – even when you’re established

This episode offers a fantastic insight into the world of film production and editing – from securing work experience, through to getting yourself pitch side with professional footballers and TV presenters.

To view David’s work, head to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-stubbins79/

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And how do participate in online training programmes when you lack access to a laptop or internet connectivity?

Andy Kemp is the Director of Partnerships at Generation UK & Ireland – an organisation that bridges the gap between education and employment and helps people who are experiencing disadvantage to access opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable to them. In our conversation, Andy shares:

• The truth about the narrow distribution of opportunities in the UK & Ireland

• How Generation's fully-funded bootcamps bridge the digital poverty gap

• Why classic education pathways are not serving current job opportunities

• The value of putting data at the centre of social impact programmes

• Why retrofitting is an enormous area of opportunity

To find out more about the work that Generation UK & Ireland do, head to: https://uk.generation.org/

To read the Social Impact Report that Andy mentions in this episode, visit: https://uk.generation.org/news/social...

To read the Social Mobility Commission's State of the Nation report that Toni references, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

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And how does being ‘coached’ for Oxbridge clash when you can’t perform recall under pressure?

Cameron Phillips is Head of Customer Success at @KAYBE_Group and was expected by his school to go on to study for a degree but he found he was unsuited to high-pressure exam situations.

In our conversation, Cameron shares:

• Why he swapped studying for A-levels for overtime shifts in a kitchen

• What it was about exams that made him feel uncomfortable

• His experience of being diagnosed with autism

• How he learned how to leverage his neurodiversity

• How educational establishments and employers can better support neurodiverse people

To learn more about the organisations that Cameron mentions:

Team Brit: https://teambrit.co.uk/

All4Inclusion: https://www.all4inclusion.org/

You can also read Cameron’s views on neurodiversity in business and his own experiences:

Two Faced: My Autistic Journey: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/two-faced-my-autistic-journey-cameron-phillips/?trackingId=4xJoE8ljSUqCmae9WPpU4w%3D%3D

Neurodiversity in Marketing: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/embracing-neurodiversity-paradigm-shift-marketing-cameron-phillips/

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And how do you even begin to plan to row the Atlantic solo?

Lara Vafiadis (aka 'This Girl Rows') is someone who embodies the term 'Drive and Determination'. From earning her Yachtmaster Certificate aged just 21 to completing the 'World's Toughest Row' solo just a few years later, Lara's story is one of optimism, focus and the value of pursuing your passions.

In this episode, Lara shares:

• Why her teachers were disappointed that she didn't go to uni
• What her parents taught her about following your own path
• How being fantastic at team sports set her up for her solo row
• How she coped with the loss of her dad just months before she set out to sea

Lara also provides fantastic tips for anyone who doesn't fit the 'typical' profile when applying for a job and how you can use your point of difference to demonstrate that you can add value.

Lara will be taking on a new extreme challenge in Summer 2025 - to hear the details first - or pledge your support - head to:

https://www.thisgirlrows.com/

You can also connect with Lara on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laravafiadis/

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And the first black ski instructor for artificial slopes in the UK?

And the first person to co-ordinate a major public event finishing in The Mall?

How about having 600 of your rock photographs licensed to Getty Images?

And how do you do all these things when you began life as a Ward of Court?

Solomon (Sol) N'Jie has had an incredible career spanning multiple industries which includes a number of firsts. In this episode Sol generously shares his memories and insights in the following areas:

• His early life in a children's home
• Challenging negative narratives and beliefs held by people in power
• Joining the RAF
• Entering the world of Wasps rugby
• Teaching Paratroopers to ski
• How he came to photograph some of the biggest names in rock
• His experiences in Crowd Safety Management and involvement in The London Marathon, the Olympic Games and Live Aid!
• The power of asking for what you want

To connect with Sol, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomon-n...

You can also view his iconic rock photos here: https://iconicrockphotos.net/

To hear Sol talk in detail about his Live Aid experience, head to:    • Spandex, Synths and Stadium Rock: The...  

And finally!.... To learn about the Wasps Legends Charitable Foundation, visit: https://waspslegends.co.uk/

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To answer this question, I’m joined by Nana Agyemang, Proposition Delivery Manager at Barclays. Born in Ghana, Nana moved to the UK to begin his secondary education and always knew that he was expected to go to university – whether he wanted to or not! In this episode we explore Nana’s experiences of:

• The differences between the Ghanaian and UK education system
• Educational expectations – and the reasons behind them
• Discovering the value of apprenticeships
• Finding out his degree would unexpectedly save him thousands of pounds when applying for naturalisation
• What his parents said when he told them some of his friends weren’t going to uni!

To connect with Nana and learn more about his work in promoting social inclusion, follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nana-agyemang-91950223a/

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And what do you do when your child is neurodivergent but you can no longer afford to send them to a school that gives them the support that they need?

Kirstin Coughtrie is the Founder and Innovation Architect of Gaia Learning - an award-winning online school for neurodivergent thinkers. Gaia was born out of Kirstin's own experiences of the education system as a pupil, teacher and parent of a child with additional needs. In our conversation, we discuss how Kirstin:

* Moved to a whole new system of schooling in the UK aged 11

* Taught herself to learn in a way that allowed her to make friends and please teachers (something she now understands were signs of her own ADHD)

* Discovered why many parents of children with ADHD and autism choose private schooling

* Found herself in the position of creating an online school that was one of the first to be registered as a Cambridge International School and is recognised as Alternative Provision

* Believes we can re-imagine schooling inline with Gaia principles

To find out more, visit: https://www.gaialearning.co.uk/

You can also connect with Kirstin via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstin/

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And how do you meaningfully re-enter the workplace as a young single mum?

In this episode of the Challenging University Podcast, IT channel legend Julie Simpson shares:

* The impact of her dad's death on her education and family circumstances

* How she carved out a rewarding career of her own choosing

* Why she and her husband sold their house to fund the creation of the business at a time when they had four children under the age of 12 between them

* The difference between being academic and being smart - and how she tests for this in interviews

* Tips for business founders on how to hand over the reins

Julie's story is one of resilience, confidence and being alert to opportunities.

To find out more about her organisation, visit www.resourceit.net

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Tayo Adesina is the Founder and CEO of Trash Gxng, an organisation that addresses the issues of social isolation via creative programmes that build community and give a voice to youth who may otherwise be excluded from social and workplace opportunities.

In our conversation, Tayo talks about:

* How the loss of his friend David to suicide brought his purpose into sharp focus

* Why young people are not currently served by existing structures

* The power of combining soft skills training with tangible outcomes

* How you can get involved

This is a truly inspiring episode. To find out more about Tayo's work (and how to get your hands on some incredible merch designed by the young people who participate in the programme) head to: www.trashgxng.co.uk

To connect with Tayo on LinkedIn, follow this link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olutayoadesina/

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Beth Britton is an award-winning content creator, consultant, trainer, campaigner and speaker who specialises in the field of elderly care with a specific focus on dementia.

In this episode, Beth speaks movingly about:

* Bullying and being home-schooled

* Her father's dementia and the path to diagnosis

* Combining work and study with helping to care for her dad

* Campaigning for better understanding and outcomes

* Being filmed for the G8 Summit and becoming a renowned expert

Alongside her own incredible story, Beth provides a mini masterclass in how to be successful as a freelancer!

To learn more about Beth's work - and to see her G8 film - head to the following links:

G8 Film: https://youtu.be/8QAKEgQMOcU

Website: https://bethbritton.com

D4Dementia blog: http://d4dementia.com

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After a frank conversation with his tutor revealed he had earned enough credits to secure a HND, Sam left university and continued a career story that had started at the age of 16.

Having already gained vast amounts of work experience (and co-authored a popular book), Sam knew that industry was moving faster than the speed of his degree course - and that opportunities to grow were there for the taking.

In our wide-ranging conversation we discuss:

* Growing up in an RAF family and feeling out of place at boarding school

* The value of an early dyslexia diagnosis and support

* Why professional qualifications should be a priority

* Switching seamlessly between the worlds of cycling and cyber security

* Why top Government and security organisations are actively seeking neuro-diverse people (and how to spot their ads)

This episode is a fantastic example of how leaving a degree course needn't mean time wasted, and the vast opportunity that exists in a rapidly growing sector.

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Jo Hughes is the founder of Joanna Hughes Solicitor Apprenticeships, an organisation that helps law firms and in-house legal counsel to set up solicitor apprenticeship programmes that attract and retain aspiring young legal professionals from outside of the traditional university graduate route.

In our conversation we discuss:

* How it feels when your background does not match that of most of your university peers

* Why solicitor apprenticeships are vital in expanding access to top legal careers 

* How solicitor apprenticeships benefit individuals and law firms alike

* What results are already being seen

To find out more about Jo's organisation, head to: https://joannahughes.co.uk/.

To keep up-to-date with the '#CityCentury' law firm collaboration around solicitor apprenticeships at: CLLS Training Committee: Overview | LinkedIn

For aspiring solicitor apprentices, the young legal professionals that Jo recommends following can be found on Instagram at:

Maia - My Legal Career: https://www.instagram.com/mylegalcareer/?hl=en

Holly - That Law Blog: https://www.instagram.com/thatlawblog/?hl=en

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Work experience in a veterinary practice post A-levels proved to her that she wanted to immerse herself in the day-to-day life of caring for animals rather than spending three years at university.

In this episode, Charlotte illustrates a route into veterinary nursing that isn't often talked about at school, demonstrates the value of getting that first foot in the door and proves the power of an apprenticeship.

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In this interview, John shares his career story which takes in:

• • Setting off to sea aged just 16
• • Becoming a Master Mariner by the age of 26
• • Charting a whole new course in IT hardware as an IBM sales apprentice aged 30
• • Switching into software as a specialist at Microsoft
• • Exploring the world of ISV and Software Development
• • Creating a new chapter in Cloud in his 60s at AWS

John’s story is one of clarity and focus, of aiming high and hard work, and the power of a curious mind to sustain your career.

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In this episode, Emma-Jane Taylor shares her incredible career story which began with a whirlwind of dancing, temping, hairdressing and earning a living in Spain, to finding herself selling printer warranties.

Finding success in a 'normal' job proved to her that she wanted to be an entrepreneur. So Emma-Jane created a portfolio of wellbeing businesses including a dance school which has just celebrated its 23rd anniversary.

Then, six years ago, Emma-Jane revealed that she was a survivor of child sex abuse and, rather than it destroying her career, the revelation led to her becoming an author, advocate, media commentator and corporate trainer.

Today, Emma-Jane is championing a conversation which many people are reluctant to have. In doing so, she is making sure the voices of people who have suffered are being heard - and encouraging Government to better support victims while holding the perpetrators to account.

To find out more about Emma-Jane's work, head to: https://www.emmajanetaylor.com/

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James Gray is the Founder and Managing Director of Graystone Strategy and Chairman of the charity Frontline Children. In this interview, James shares his career story which takes in:

• Running the top-performing branch of an electrical retailer by his mid-twenties

• Winning a car and flipping it for a Ferrari

• Meeting a film star while recording an advert

• Deleting his qualifications to secure an interview at Vodafone

• Learning how to operate in a global corporate and the skills he gained

• Experiencing redundancy twice within six months

• Deciding he never wanted a ‘proper job’ again!

11 years since that decision and today James is enjoying the freedom and challenge that running a consultancy brings. This includes using his skills to help Frontline Children deliver education to the most vulnerable young people - to the extent of creating secret schools in countries where the government is denying this basic need.

To find out more about James’ business or the charity that he supports, visit:

https://www.graystonestrategy.com/

https://www.frontlinechildren.org/

You can also connect with James on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mvnoexpert/

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And how do you create your own vision of career success when your family believe that university is the only way?

Omar Sadik is Co-Founder of TrainYo - a disruptive start-up that is opening up the world of technology sales careers to everyone. For free. Regardless of socio-economic or educational background.

As a highly capable student, it was expected that Omar would go to university. And, despite realising a very early aptitude for sales, he bowed to pressure and enrolled to study a finance degree. It took less than a year for Omar to leave and throw himself into the boiler-room environment of advertising sales where he learned how to cope with going to the wire and what it took to bust-free of limiting beliefs.

Following a number of years in recruitment and executive search (and a few bust ups in between...) Omar saw the opportunity in technology sales and went for it. And discovered just how unfairly weighted towards graduates the process could be.

So he did something about it. And in this episode, he shares how TrainYo is going to change the SDR world - one Sales Development Representative at a time :)

To find out more about TrainYo, or to join their programme, visit: https://www.trainyo.com/

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Darren Timmins is CTO at Intuita, an organisation dedicated to finding value in data and driving positive change. In this episode, he shares how an early love of engineering plus the opportunity to participate in an academy at the National Coal Board put him on a path that saw him witness some of the biggest moments in the evolution of technology.

From the birth of the internet to automated warehouses, Darren has been deeply involved in applying the latest tech to a wide range of industries – and has now turned his talents to how we deal with software that tells us it knows the answers.

To learn more about the Intuita Academy – which provides training that is free at the point of access – please visit: https://www.intuitaconsulting.com/academy

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After having her early creative ambitions crushed by elements of the education system, Sam Hornsby knew there had to be a better way to connect young people with the incredible possibilities that the creative industries have to offer. And so, the career exploration app ERIC was born. But not before Sam explored some very different avenues of her own.

Having been turned down by three art schools, Sam decided she was going to become a lawyer – enrolling in university before realising that she was stifling her true self. A chance job ad on Gum Tree led to Sam discovering her appetite for risk-taking and ability to think laterally made her a perfect fit for start-ups where she had the opportunity to think, act, and fail fast under the leadership of some brilliant minds.

During a conversation with her friend, Mae, Sam realised she could use her start-up experience to create the career tool they both wished they’d had. One that allows young people to explore, upskill and access opportunities in the creative industries. These friends became co-founders and today, ERIC is an award-winning resource with a bold aim: to be accessible to every young person in the UK.

In this conversation, we talk about what it takes to be a founder, how it feels to be excluded and why everyone needs to ditch pre-internet ideas about the creative industries.

Learn more:

https://www.meet-eric.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eric-app/

Insta: @theericapp

Connect with Sam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-hornsby-25a95334/

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And how do you gain a Masters Degree in Maritime Security when you barely scraped your GCSE's?

Jordan Wylie MBE is an adventurer and author with more than one incredible story to tell. In this episode, he shares how he went from being a teenage tearaway to serving in the British Army, and how this put him on the path to an academic and cultural education that set the tone for a life of adventure and learning.

From wake-up calls that made him re-evaluate his attitude to life, through to finding the inner strength to tackle phenomenal (and record-breaking) physical and mental challenges, Jordan offers insights and inspiration for anyone who wants to make an impact but feels afraid to try.

To find out more about Jordan's work - and best-selling words - visit https://www.jordanwylie.org/

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For Brad Tipp, it was the beginning of a lifetime of unshackling himself from expectations and following the evolution of technology from manually dealing with mainframes, through to advising US and UK public sector on the finer points of cloud computing.

In our continent-crossing conversation, Brad explains why personal traits are so important; the value of digging your heels in, and why it is vital to keep your integrity when making career decisions.

We also explore the challenges in being a non-graduate in Corporate America and how Brad’s experiences have influenced the way in which he and his wife approach education with their children (and why this is shocking to some of their Seattle neighbours!).

There’s also interesting insights into the maturity of the hiring practices of some of the world’s largest brands, and what it feels like to start over at a start-up.

#TechnologyCareers #LeadershipStories #CareerStories

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Harry Bryars was already using his skills as a copywriter and web developer to earn an income before he sat his GCSEs. By the age of 18, he had established himself as a talented marketing professional, moved into his first flat, and put into action a plan that would see him fulfilling his ambition to move to London.

In our conversation, Harry shares how his aptitude for spotting patterns, and desire to seek out interesting experiences and people, has led to him being debt-free and established in his chosen career at an age when others are just graduating.

He also talks about the life lessons it’s vital to get under your belt early on, and what educators could do to fill this gap.

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And how do you earn a degree when you don't 'test well'?

Amanda Dorsett, Head of Production at Resource Productions shares her story of breaking into the film industry, the power of apprenticeships and the opportunities that exist in a sector that is always searching for fresh talent.

She also shares how studying for a degree whilst at work gives you a confidence and edge that isn't there when you've just left school.

To discover how Resource Productions helps young people into the film industry (including the BFI Film Academy for 16-19 year olds) head to: www.resource-productions.co.uk/training

To learn more about the wide range of entry-level roles available, this is a great resource: https://www.screenskills.com/job-profiles/

To watch the Little English preview, head to: https://www.resource-productions.co.uk/portfolio/#section-group-n4mhF14PzucN9Vpi8KbUH8-1

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Rose Syed is a Technical Cloud Architect and is also the co-founder of the Young Adult Tech Foundation which helps people aged 16-18 who have struggled within the education system to successfully explore the world of technology careers.

In this episode, Rose explains the importance and value of being honest about what you want and the crucial role that life skills play for young people when navigating the adult world.

She also shares how, with her co-founder Richard, their foundation is helping to address a wide range of challenges – from lack of access to IT careers knowledge, through to educating teachers about the world of IT and the skills shortage that impacts employers today.

To find out more about the Young Adult Tech Foundation, visit: https://yatf.org/about

#Careers #TechCareers #WomenInTech

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Matt Skelton is a Finance Director with a specialism in technology SMEs and a fascinating career history.

A born problem solver, Matt demonstrates the power of reframing a lack of experience as an opportunity to learn and how saying "yes" to big challenges enabled him to find his niche.

In this episode, Matt explains how you can turn concerns about your qualifications into a means to define the type of work you want to do, and how to identify the kinds of people and organisations you want to work with.

#CareersInTech #CareersInFinance

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Michael Lonnon has built a career in technology marketing by epitomising the growth mindset of 'fail fast, learn, move on'.

After two false-starts in further and higher education, Michael secured his first role in marketing by asking a direct question and has - ever since - used his tenacity, eye for opportunity and self-belief to carve out the career that he wants.

Michael talks candidly about his early years and experiences, including stints in kitchens and a brief foray into window fitting, and how the challenges he faced spurred him on to bigger and better things.

This is an inspiring episode for anyone who is afraid of making a leap, not sure whether they've made the 'right' education or career decision, or are getting in their own way when it comes to asking for what they want.

To listen to the podcast that Michael hosts, head to: https://www.hso.com/en-gb/resource/dynamics-matters/

To order a free copy of his book, visit: https://www.hso.com/en-gb/resource/confessions/

#careerspodcast #technologymarketing

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In this episode of university, challenged Liz Waugh describes how when her parents relocated abroad she decided to defer a university offer and simultaneously worked three jobs until she found her feet in the world of technology.

From starting out as a specialist in software asset management, Liz has forged an incredible career, taking on leadership roles that would eventually lead to her becoming Global Director of a large IT services organisation.

We talk about:

* navigating corporate life

* learning to own the fact you don't have a degree when everyone assumes that you do

* how important it is to have a supportive partner when combining a career with parenthood

Liz also shares her experiences of coaching a local U15’s female football team and how lateral thinking - and being real about money and lifestyle - helped her open up the world of tech careers to the players.

#techcareers #careerstories #inspiringstories #workingparents

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Dan Ball is the Founder and CEO of The Early Careers Company and social mobility charity, The Early Careers Foundation.

As a straight A/A* student throughout his school and college life, Dan had originally harboured an ambition to become a neuroscientist until a year out made him re-evaluate where he wanted to direct his energy and talents. So, he stepped into the world of work and now, at just 26, Dan has created two organisations which between them “use careers to transform businesses, advance social mobility and improve lives.”

During our conversation, Dan shares how it’s possible to blend a commercial brain with a social conscience; the impact his parents have on his attitude to life and work; and the traits that have helped him get to where he is today. We talk about politics, ‘getting on with it’, why you need to work even harder when times get tough and why you never want to be asked to bring your own chicken when you’re invited to dinner.

Contains adult language but we’re all grown-ups here, right?

Find out more

Connect with Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhball/

The Early Careers Company: https://earlycareerscompany.com/

The Early Careers Foundation: https://earlycareersfoundation.org/

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And how do you do that when no-one in your community works in the industry *and* the industry is structurally designed to be hard to access for people with your background or experience?

Tom Armstrong shares his story of how a love of music and fashion, coupled with an irrepressible need to be creative, led him from working in a shop at the weekends to launching a magazine that got him noticed among some seriously major players.

Throughout our conversation, Tom highlights the power of using your creativity to generate new opportunities and how valuing our unique experiences as individuals can help us to identify what we have to offer.

We also talk about working class culture, state vs private schooling and the surprising statistic that led to Tom and some of his friends forming Common People - a collective that aims to represent, connect, open doors and increase the number of working-class people in the creative industries.

To learn more about Tom's work, head to LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-armstrong-the-move/

To join Common People, head to https://commonpeople.substack.com/

#commonpeople #careerstories #creativeindustries

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This bonus episode shares a technique I use in my Be Your Own Change / It's Too Risky! workshops to help you to:

• Verbalise what it is you want
• Commit to taking steps to achieve it
• Make fears seem more manageable
• Think bigger
• Hold yourself accountable

I'd love to know what you think - if you want to talk about arranging a session for your team, head to https://tonikent.co.uk/contact/

#growthmindset #podcasting

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Without qualifications, thousands of talented young adults never have the opportunity to make the most of their potential. GoodWork is changing this.

In this episode of university, challenged, GoodWork's founder, Felicity Halstead, shares how her organisation aims to address the gap that exists and open up access to professional careers through a combination of early careers training for young people, advisory for organisations on how to rethink their talent strategy, and advocacy designed to create system-level change.

Felicity also talks about how her own experience of university helped her understand why it really doesn't suit everyone and shouldn't be held up as the only route to career success.

To learn more about GoodWork - including how you can take part in their programme - head to:

Web: https://www.goodwork.org.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodworkuk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/good...

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Born in "an East London slum" and losing four years of education due to World War II, Terry's story is one of overcoming multiple odds to achieve his dream and a reminder that his experiences are still within living memory.

From women pawning their shoes during the week, to Friendly Societies looking after communities before the advent of the NHS and the welfare state, Terry paints a vivid picture of life as a child during and after WWII and the impact this had on his desire to succeed.

There's lessons on the power of setting your sights; not letting your background dictate your future and, crucially, the role of prioritisation when it comes to career choices that impact your life. There's also a twist in the tale on how Terry came to realise his dream :)

Today, Terry is an accomplished artist who exhibits regularly in Berkshire and is a member of the Sonning Art Group.

Huge thanks go to Terry for sharing his story.

Terry and I met when I performed for Reading Oddfellows - a friendly society that has been operating for more than 200 years across the UK. If you'd like to find out more about what Oddfellows do, and how to become a member, head to: https://www.oddfellows.co.uk/

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This episode of university, challenged features Lyndsey Charlton, Chief Operating Officer and Board Director at Daisy Group - one of the UK’s largest providers of communications, IT and cloud services. She is also Non-Executive Director for Groundbreaker and a qualified dance instructor.

From her early days on a Youth Training Scheme in County Durham through to a Modern Apprenticeship and NVQ, Lyndsey’s story is one of how growing up in a family where gender didn’t dictate your career decisions meant she never questioned whether there was a place for her in engineering and IT.

And while being “the only girl in the room” didn’t hinder Lyndsey’s progress, she came to realise that the wider issue of representation in the industry does need to be addressed. Today, Lyndsey is a champion for apprenticeships, bringing more girls into STEM and neurodiversity, and uses her own experiences to inform Daisy Group’s hiring and retention practices.

There’s also discussion on how to make big career decisions, demonstrating you don’t need to leave where you grew up to get on in life and embracing opportunities.

To learn more about the organisations and initiatives Lyndsey shares throughout the conversation, head to these links:

Daisy Group: https://daisygroup.com/

Enthuse Partnership: https://daisyuk.tech/charities-and-initiatives/

Stem Learning: https://www.stem.org.uk/

Groundbreaker: https://groundbreaker.org/

The Girls Network The Girls' Network (thegirlsnetwork.org.uk)

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And how do you go from starting out as an office assistant to becoming a senior director for commercial strategy and operations at one of the world's most recognised technology brands?

In this episode, Tara Rule shares not just her career journey, but also top tips for success based on her experiences of balancing a demanding corporate role with raising a family.

As well as being a senior director (and a certified accountant) Tara is also a qualified coach who helps other working mums bring balance to their lives, grow in confidence and take control of their careers by helping them identify the things they're already good at, reach outside of their comfort zones and find their 'sticky toffee pudding'!

To join Tara's free Facebook group, head to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/busy2balanced

To connect with her on LinkedIn, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tararule/

To follow her on Instagram, head to: https://www.instagram.com/tararulecoaching/?hl=en

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To find out more about the host, Toni Kent, head to www.tonikent.co.uk or connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonijkent/

#careerstories #careerinspiration #inspiringwomen #leadershipstories

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Would love to hear any classic lines you've been fed that have made you even more resolved to make it. For me it was "If you came into my office, I'd think you were the secretary".

Expect a real show of friendship and some great tips self motivation!

#careerstories #careerpodcast #womeninengineering #womeninlaw

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Nina Egge'Daborn - on success in the housing sector: https://lnkd.in/eJv39UkM

Sarah Burns MBE - on creating a career in the charity sector: https://lnkd.in/eRqXTZ3w

Louize Clarke - on daring to disrupt and Digital Gum! https://lnkd.in/eDSQeVBn

Nayna McIntosh - on founding a successful fashion brand: https://lnkd.in/eMPK6W7X

Katie Moon - on living your values and life at LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/euXVXfj4

Karen Moyse. KineticFuture - on comms, chemistry and coaching: https://lnkd.in/eAEnQSTt

Leanne Kathleen Barrie - on embracing change and making it in Italy: https://lnkd.in/e7Px6rpB

Akua Apeagyei - on coding, caring and cloud solution architecture: https://lnkd.in/eHfdXANN

Lez Graham - on being an award-winner, author and canine behaviour consultant: https://lnkd.in/eatKmzhd

Julie Genney - on being a professional mindset coach: https://lnkd.in/eu9kPt8f

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In this episode, Jaime Neail – Senior Business Development Manager for Microsoft at Citrix – shares his experiences of working his way up through the technology industry and the skills that have held him in good stead in a sector where many believe you have to be extremely techy or degree-educated to get ahead.

We talk about the power of listening, committing to learning and why wanting to win is a powerful asset in contributing to the success of others.

Like this episode? Give it a share!

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Through her work, Julie helps her clients to uncover and answer the question “What’s stopping you from changing the world? “.

In this episode, Julie shares her family history in educational campaigning and how her parents' attitude to education influenced her schooling. We talk about her experiences in

the banking sector, finding her feet on the career ladder, and how a to return to study while working fired her passion for learning. We also talk about how Julie's own experiences ignited her desire to help and coach others.

Julie's story is one of continuous professional and personal development, the value of university when you feel ready (and studying a topic that you love) and the challenges of combining a degree with work, pregnancy, and early motherhood. There's also reflections on the ways in which we can take cues from our own lives to help us understand how best we can add value to others.

If you'd like to find out more about Julie's work, you can connect with her on LinkedIn here or visit her website: https://www.juliegenney.co.uk/

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Lez Graham's story is as interesting as it is inspiring. Despite leaving school without GCSE's, her career to date has included riding instructor, coder, project leader on Y2K for one of the world's largest financial institutions, kinesiologist specialising in human, equine and canine treatment, Founder of the Kinesiology Association of New Zealand, fire walk instructor, dog behaviourist and author. PHEW!

Hers is a story of following your passions, reframing set backs and earning accreditations and qualifications while working. Oh, and of giving back to others every step of the way. You'll notice throughout our conversation how in each instance Lez's own personal development isn't something she keeps to herself - she has a lifelong commitment to helping others.

Currently studying for a doctorate, Lez goes to show that learning most certainly doesn't take place just in the classroom and that what's said to you when you're a pupil at secondary school doesn't dictate what you're destined to be.  

You can discover more about Lez's work here:

www.thepetgundog.co.uk

www.professionalcanineacademy.co.uk

www.retrievingroll.com

www.trainedforlife.co.uk

and find her on social media here: 

https://www.facebook.com/lez.graham/

https://www.instagram.com/lezgraham/

https://www.youtube.com/user/leztfl

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For Conor Cotton, it crystallised a decision to make his mark on the world of work. From an initial motivation of making money, Conor soon realised that by surrounding himself with people he could learn from, he could accelerate both his professional and personal growth beyond chasing bigger pay checks.

With business books by his bedside and having crafted a clear vision, Conor became the Managing Director of Not Going To Uni - a company with a long track record in successfully finding work for non-graduates - aged just 21.

Over the space of just 15 months, Conor has added new service lines, achieved record-breaking growth and helped make sure that Not Going To Uni is the first port of call for businesses, young people and media outlets when it comes to non-graduate careers.

In this episode Conor shares what 'fuels his fire', what you'll learn working at a start-up that you'll never learn in school, and how just a couple of strategic decisions can have a truly transformative impact. 

And it's not all strictly business! We also talk being a PE tech, home ownership in your 20's and the possibility of owning Leeds FC :)

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Learn more about Not Going To Uni

Young people seeking a non-graduate career: www.notgoingtouni.co.uk

Organisations that want to expand their talent pool: www.ngtugroup.co.uk

Connect with Conor: https://linktr.ee/ConorCotton

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In this episode, Akua talks about the source of her resilience, the importance of spotting opportunities and why education doesn't just take place in the classroom. There's also a gap year that is nothing like what most people would expect, picking up the programming language Python in a day and the magic of mentoring.

Throughout the conversation, Akua mentions organisations that helped her in her journey so far which you can find out more about below:

Stemettes: https://stemettes.org/

Codebar: Homepage | codebar.io

Makers Academy: Change Your Life - Become a Software Developer at Makers

You can learn more about Akua's work here: Anomalys Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/anomalys_foundation/

And if you want to help Akua develop an app that will help people with hearing impairments, you can find her on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akua-apeagyei-95b42aa8/

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How about if your first job after earning your BTEC was nannying for an Italian family in Tuscany and you didn't speak the language? Terrifying right? Not for Leanne Barrie.

Leanne's story is one of being expected to leave home at 18, receiving sound advice from her dad that opportunity was not on her Hastings doorstep, and how the family she first started working for adopted her as one of their own - from directing her language studies to providing her with opportunities to run their holiday cottages which kick-started a love for tourism.

In our conversation, Leanne describes how leaving the UK meant she was able to fully push her own boundaries and enjoy not one, but three distinct career arcs which today sees her working in Marketing and Communications for KPMG in Verona.

Leanne challenges the idea that you need a degree to establish yourself in another country and offers clear examples and expert advice on how to make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. If you're interested in starting again, switching careers or want to know what it takes to go from childcare via tourism to marketing and events for a global organisation, this episode is for you.

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And how do you tell Sir Martin Sorrell that you want something other than the top job?!

In this wide-ranging conversation, Time to Think Coach Karen Moyes describes in hilarious detail her educational exploits including failing the 11 plus and being sent to an all-girls school; how being 18 and determined to prove people wrong is an incredible asset and why you should never be afraid to ask for what you want.

The second half of the interview is required listening for anyone who wants to know how to get on in business as Karen demystifies the 'Game of Work'; highlights the value of being thoughtful and purposeful about your career and explains why you should never, ever piss off the post room!

If you're interested in the possibilities that exist in the world of communications today, wonder what it's like to grow up with a dad that won a scholarship to Oxford as the son of a bricklayer and a milkmaid, or are curious to know more about why chemistry is vital in the world of coaching, this episode is for you.

To find out more about Karen and her work, visit: www.linkedin.com/in/karenmoyse

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In this episode, James Simms explains how his experiences of growing up with cochlear implants and being the first profoundly deaf individual to attend his secondary school led to him having to stand up – and stand out – to access opportunities that people who are born with hearing take for granted.

Alongside insights into how it felt to study A-levels and go through the interview process during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, James highlights how applying for an apprenticeship enabled him to go straight from school into one of the world’s largest technology companies.

Today, James is in his second year of a cross-functional apprenticeship at Cisco and is already contributing to developing improvements in web conferencing software and helping to make meetings more inclusive for those who are deaf or hearing-impaired.

His story so far is one of personal courage and how forging your own path can help create greater understanding and opportunities for others. It will change how you think about online meetings too!

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For Katie Moon it was a story of hard graft, asking smart questions and surviving the initial low pay, long hours culture of recruitment in London in her early 20s. And while Katie enjoyed excitement and success, she wasn't able to see the value she had to offer until a family emergency made her pause.

After her dad received a terminal cancer diagnosis, Katie took time out during which she was able to refocus and reprioritise. She joined a small organisation on the South Coast where she worked with genuine individuals that valued life outside of work then following her Dad’s death she joined what would be her last role in the recruitment industry where she met her first true mentor who not only got the best out of her, but helped Katie to see the best in herself.

In this episode, Katie talks candidly about being wrapped up in the whirlwind of 'work hard, play hard' and the power that comes from identifying and living your values.

If you've ever doubted your abilities, felt out of place, or wondered what it takes to transform your trajectory, this episode is for you.

#recruitment #beauty #careerstories #careerinspiration #linkedin #lifestories

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#careers #firstjob #clearner

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As Scotland's first ever Management Consulting apprentice at KPMG, and the Co-Chair of the firm's UK Social Mobility network, David's life story so far makes for powerful listening. So much so, he was chosen to speak with Her Majesty as part of the firm's 150th anniversary celebrations.

In our conversation, David explains how growing up in receipt of free school meals and with uniform and holidays provided by veteran's charities empowered him to 'flip his DNA' and embark on a quest to become an accountant. 

He also shares how the work of the Social Mobility Foundation opened up access to opportunities that may otherwise not have been visible or available to him and the impact this had in setting his trajectory towards management consulting aligned with public service.

We talk poverty, using humour to deflect attention and how counting coppers as a child can be a clue to a future career. There's also lots to take away on the value of being unconventional and the power of having a North Star.

If you enjoy this episode, you’ll love David’s podcast – The Development by David. You can check it out here: https://anchor.fm/developmentbydavid

#socialmobility #workingclassvoices #managementconsulting #careerpodcast

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Here's five minutes on what happened when I discovered my dad had terminal cancer during my first year of GCSE's, why I realised working in a fruit and veg shop wasn't going to be the start of a beautiful career and what happened once I'd sat my A-levels.

#childhoodbereavement #education #careers  

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To answer that question, I'm joined by Nayna McIntosh, CEO and Founder of womenswear label Hope Fashion.

From recounting her parents' reactions when she failed to achieve the A-level results needed to go to university, to feeling like her gender and race meant she didn't fit on the management team of one of the UK's biggest high street stores, Nayna shares her experiences of going from the shop floor to shaking up how fashion is positioned to women over 50.

There's great advice on what to look out for when embarking on a retail career, insights into why Next organising its collections by colour was quite so revolutionary and the approach she took when it came to securing the all-important funding.

Nayna also shares some history behind the brand, explains why falling out with big characters is nothing to be afraid of and highlights why putting the customer first is a strategic priority - not a throwaway sentence.

If you've ever wondered where a retail career could take you or want to hear about the possibilities of a post-corporate career, this episode is for you. To learn more about the brand, check out https://hopefashion.co.uk/

#retailcareers #fashioncareers #careerpodcast #careeradvice

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Nina Egge'Daborn is an Aftercare Specialist at VIVID, a leading provider of affordable homes and housing-related services in the south of England. She also runs her own business in partnership with her husband.

In this episode Nina shares her experiences of education in the UK and USA, describes her first steps on the career ladder as an 'Office Under Manager' at a solicitors, and explains how her experiences have shaped the career choices of her children.

Nina offers insights on the opportunities that exist within the UK housing sector for young, bright people and those who are seeking a return to work after taking a career break. She also speaks candidly about the experience of her dad dying during the first year of her GCSEs and how running a business with her husband has added yet another string to her already extremely busy bow.

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This 60 second intro covers what the show's about and what you can expect.

Got a story you'd like to tell? Connect with me on LinkedIn.

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