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Real jobs. Real people. Real advice Welcome to Future You, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of a wide variety of careers. In each episode, we interview professionals from different industries, diving into their personal journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. You’ll hear firsthand what a day in their job really looks like, get valuable tips and advice for breaking into their field, and discover what it truly takes to succeed in different roles. So whether you’re actively looking for a career change, or just curious about what else is out there, subscribe now.

  1. From hobby to career: Advice from a podcast producer

    4 DAYS AGO

    From hobby to career: Advice from a podcast producer

    In this episode, Sophia Tang sits down with Emily Slade, who went from running her own hobby podcasts to landing a role in professional podcast production for Prospects. They discuss the realities of producing a podcast, the behind-the-scenes work that takes place and offer practical advice for anyone starting out.  #InternationalPodcastDay ⬇️  Connect with Emily LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyslade1/   Discover how to start podcasting: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/media-and-internet/how-to-start-podcasting  Explore jobs within the media sector: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/media-and-internet/overview-of-the-uks-media-sector 5 tips for getting media work experience: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/media-and-internet/5-tips-for-getting-media-work-experience    Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    26 min
  2. Breaking into UX design: Tips, skills, and how to enter the industry

    24 SEPT

    Breaking into UX design: Tips, skills, and how to enter the industry

    This week, I’m joined by Emma Clayton, who began her career as a graphic designer and has since transitioned into user experience (UX). She shares what inspired her to make the switch, the key skills needed to break into the UX field, and practical tips for getting started.  ⬇️  Connect with Emma LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-clayton-12a36453/    Learn more about the role of a UX designer: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/ux-designer  Explore what you can do with a graphic design: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/graphic-design  Discover roles within media and internet: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/browse-sector/media-and-internet    Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    19 min
  3. Navigating product management and leadership – Career advice with Edward Scotcher

    17 SEPT

    Navigating product management and leadership – Career advice with Edward Scotcher

    This week I’m joined by Edward Scotcher to talk about his role, which focuses on the intersection between product management and leadership. We talk through his career journey and discuss how being interesting can be more useful than having qualifications, and the importance of good storytelling.   ⬇️  Connect with Edward LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardscotcher/   Explore product management: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/product-manager  Discover Masters programmes in leadership: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/postgraduate-courses/masters-degrees/leadership/london?featuredCourses=149281%2C124441&page=0   Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    33 min
  4. Why study computer science? | with the University of Liverpool Online

    10 SEPT

    Why study computer science? | with the University of Liverpool Online

    This week I chat to Dr Floriana Grasso from the University of Liverpool Online about the range of computer science programmes available.  From AI and big data to cyber security, we discuss entry routes into these growing professions, the qualifications required, and the career prospects.  ⬇️  Connect with Floriana LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florianagrasso/    Explore computer science courses available here:  https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/subject/computer-science/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ Full Masters programmes: https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-artificial-intelligence/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-big-data-analytics/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-computer-science/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-cyber-security/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-data-science-and-artificial-intelligence/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-information-systems-management/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/ Online Short Course: https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/global-trends-in-computer-science/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=computer-science/   Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    13 min
  5. Why study an Automotive MSc? | with the University of Bath

    3 SEPT

    Why study an Automotive MSc? | with the University of Bath

    This week I'm joined by Dr Daniel Coren, senior lecturer for the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath to discuss their Automotive Masters courses. We chat about the history of cars, the future of the industry, and how studying at Bath prepares you for the real world.    ⬇️  Connect with Daniel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-coren-a05a8047/   Learn more about the course here: https://www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/study-one-of-our-automotive-masters-degrees-to-develop-skills-that-industry-needs/?utm_source=prospects-third-party&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=pgt-digital-advertising-campaign-2025-26&utm_id=pgt-automotive-suite-2025-26   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-bath-faculty-of-engineering-and-design/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bathenganddes/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniofbath  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/uniofbath      Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    32 min
  6. How to build a career in the British Army: Insights from a troop commander

    27 AUG

    How to build a career in the British Army: Insights from a troop commander

    In today’s episode, we sit down with Lieutenant Sophie Farrelly RLC, who shares her journey from university student to commissioned Army Officer - all funded by the British Army’s bursary scheme. Sophie shares how she discovered the scholarship route in sixth form, upgraded to a STEM bursary during her degree, and graduated with a clear career path into Sandhurst and beyond. If you're considering university but want financial support, leadership training, and real-world adventure, this episode is your inside look at how the Army can open doors - and pay you to walk through them. Check out army jobs here: https://jobs.army.mod.uk/regular-army/entry-options/officer/?cid=jobb0352885048   Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    31 min
  7. Why do an online professional short course? | with the University of Essex Online

    20 AUG

    Why do an online professional short course? | with the University of Essex Online

    This week, we’re joined by deputy academic director Claire Ketnor from the University of Essex Online to explore their short professional courses - flexible, part time learning designed to fit around your life. Whether you want to upskill, try out a new subject or just learn something new, these courses make it possible. ⬇️ Connect with Claire Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-ketnor-8b8100132/    Learn more about the course: https://online.essex.ac.uk/professional-courses/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=professional-courses   Follow the University of Essex Online:  Facebook: UniEssexOnline  Instagram: @uniessexonline YouTube: UniEssexOnline LinkedIn: University of Essex Online  X: @UniEssexOnline TikTok: @uniessexonline   Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    10 min
  8. Why study the conservation of historic buildings? | with the University of Bath

    13 AUG

    Why study the conservation of historic buildings? | with the University of Bath

    This week we’re joined by Dr Jonathan Foyle from the University of Bath to discuss their Conservation of Historic Buildings MSc. We cover the difference between conservation and restoration, climate change and working towards a sustainable future, and the countless career paths available.   ⬇️  Connect with Jonathan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jonathan-foyle-b7a9b47/   Learn more about the course here: https://www.bath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-2025/taught-postgraduate-courses/msc-conservation-of-historic-buildings/?utm_source=prospects-third-party&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=pgt-digital-advertising-campaign-2025-26&utm_id=pgt-conservation-of-historic-buildings-2025-26   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-bath-faculty-of-engineering-and-design/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bathenganddes/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniofbath  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/uniofbath      Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    29 min
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Real jobs. Real people. Real advice Welcome to Future You, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of a wide variety of careers. In each episode, we interview professionals from different industries, diving into their personal journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. You’ll hear firsthand what a day in their job really looks like, get valuable tips and advice for breaking into their field, and discover what it truly takes to succeed in different roles. So whether you’re actively looking for a career change, or just curious about what else is out there, subscribe now.

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