29 episodes

The podcast that gets your career questions answered. Are you curious about what a palaeontologist actually is? Have you always wondered what a firefighter does when not…well…fighting fires? Or do you simply want to find out what really takes to become a doctor? Well we’re here to help! This podcast is your chance to get a glimpse into “a day in the life” of people working in all kinds of jobs, and to find out what you need to do, to get where they are now. You’ll walk away more informed, and more inspired, no matter your background. Your co-hosts are the equally lively Gillian and Pier who are at different ends of the Earth (the UK and Australia), and they’ll be hosting guests from all over the world. Podcasts will be released fortnightly.

Breaking Through Careers Breaking Through Careers

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The podcast that gets your career questions answered. Are you curious about what a palaeontologist actually is? Have you always wondered what a firefighter does when not…well…fighting fires? Or do you simply want to find out what really takes to become a doctor? Well we’re here to help! This podcast is your chance to get a glimpse into “a day in the life” of people working in all kinds of jobs, and to find out what you need to do, to get where they are now. You’ll walk away more informed, and more inspired, no matter your background. Your co-hosts are the equally lively Gillian and Pier who are at different ends of the Earth (the UK and Australia), and they’ll be hosting guests from all over the world. Podcasts will be released fortnightly.

    Breaking Through Careers - Investment Management Trailer

    Breaking Through Careers - Investment Management Trailer

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    • 1 min
    Against All Odds - #3c - The Principal Project Advisor - The Man and the Job

    Against All Odds - #3c - The Principal Project Advisor - The Man and the Job

    In this special series, we hear about ordinary jobs from some truly extraordinary people. We find out how these individuals overcame true adversity to succeed in life against all odds. 
    After a wonderful detour in part 2, in part 3 we get back to the task at hand! We find out what is involved in working as a principal project advisor and then we round off with a debate between Pier and John!

    • 25 min
    Against All Odds - #3b - The Principal Project Advisor - The Journey and the Scholarship

    Against All Odds - #3b - The Principal Project Advisor - The Journey and the Scholarship

    In this special series, we hear about ordinary jobs from some truly extraordinary people. We find out how these individuals overcame true adversity to succeed in life against all odds. 
    In part 2, we get into John's remarkable life story, which starts with with childhood trauma, includes a period in a coma, but ends with him flying across the world to study at an Ivy League university after being being awarded one of the most prestigious scholarships there is. John gives you tips on how you can do it too! Hold onto your hats folks!

    • 38 min
    Against All Odds - #3a - The Principal Project Advisor - The Man and the Job

    Against All Odds - #3a - The Principal Project Advisor - The Man and the Job

    In this special series, we hear about ordinary jobs from some truly extraordinary people. We find out how these individuals overcame true adversity to succeed in life against all odds. 
    In part 1, we get to know John and hear what it means to work in public housing.

    • 29 min
    Against All Odds - #2b - The A&R Manager

    Against All Odds - #2b - The A&R Manager

    In this special series, we hear about ordinary jobs from some truly extraordinary people. We find out how these individuals overcame true adversity to succeed in life against all odds. 
    In part 2, Niyah tells us i) that there is a lot more to A&R than what it says on the tin - it's so varied!, ii) what skills you need to be a good A&R manager, and iii) how to network in the music industry given it's said to be so important.

    • 36 min
    Against All Odds - #2a - The A&R Manager

    Against All Odds - #2a - The A&R Manager

    In this special series, we hear about ordinary jobs from some truly extraordinary people. We find out how these individuals overcame true adversity to succeed in life against all odds. 
    In part 1, Niyah tells us i) how he found his way into the music industry, ii) what the consequences can be when you don't have set goals in life and find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time , and iii) that there are still opportunities for you to learn and grow while in prison that can set you up for life on the outside.

    • 33 min

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