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# 28 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || ADF Gap Year in the Navy ⚓
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In today's episode, we're joined by Abbey Harford, a recent graduate who embarked on an exciting Gap year experience. Abbey, a 19-year-old from Melbourne, shares her journey of joining the Royal Australian Navy through the ADF GAP Year program. 1. Introduction and Overview: - Discover her motivations for applying and the emotions involved in leavin…
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# 27 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || ADF Gap Year in the Army ✇
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In today's episode, we continue our exploration of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Gap Year Program, this time focusing on Carmen's experience in the Australian Army. This episode we speak with Carmen Stock, a 19-year-old Driver Specialist from Ballina, NSW. Carmen shares her journey from participating in the Australian Army Gap Year Program to …
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# 26 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || ADF Gap Year in the AIR FORCE ✈
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In today's episode, we're joined by Olivia Mulvany, a recent graduate who embarked on an exciting journey with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Gap Year Program in the Airforce. Olivia shares her story, from graduating high school in Adelaide to enlisting in the ADF Gap Year Program and transitioning into a permanent role as an Aviation Support T…
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# 25 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || An Australian Defence Force Gap year
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Welcome to our podcast episode dedicated to exploring the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Gap Year Program. In this episode, we dive into the details of this unique opportunity for young individuals seeking to gain valuable experience. Our guest today is SGT Alexander Smith, Military Recruiter and Cavalry Commander who will provide us with insights …
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In this episode join us for an intimate conversation with Kayla Evans, where we explore the human side of her remarkable career journey. We dive deep into her past, her triumphs, challenges, and the valuable lessons she has learned along the way. What to Expect: Childhood Visions and First Jobs: Kayla reveals her early visions of the future, her fi…
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#23 Cultivating Careers: Nurturing the Future of Agriculture with Kayla Evans
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In this episode of the Gen Z Career PlayBook, we venture into the heart of the agricultural industry with our special guest, Kayla Evans, Project Manager at the National Farmers' Federation. Exploring the Agricultural Landscape: Get an insider's look into the diverse sectors that make up the agriculture industry, gaining a deeper understanding of i…
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# 22 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || Continue the journey with Letz Live (Part 2)
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In this episode of The Gen Z Career Playbook, we continue to discover the possibilities with Letz Live. Letz Live, is a renowned gap year program that offers young people the opportunity to explore the globe through paid gap years and working holidays. Maddy Gordon, from Letz Live, shares invaluable insights about this life-changing experience. Key…
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# 21 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || Embrace the Adventure: with Letz Live (Part 1)
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In this episode of The Gen Z Career Playbook, we take you on a journey to learn more about Letz Live, a renowned gap year program that offers young people the opportunity to explore the globe through paid gap years and working holidays. Maddy Gordon, from Letz Live, shares invaluable insights about this life-changing experience. Behind the Scenes a…
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# 20 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || A Passport to Purpose with Projects Abroad
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In today's episode we're diving into the world of international volunteering, internships, and meaningful travel experiences with a conversation you won't want to miss! Our special guest, Will Pashley, from Projects Abroad, shares invaluable insights into this incredible organisation and the opportunities they provide. Here's a sneak peek of what t…
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# 19 GAP YEAR PROGRAM || From Classroom to Farm with AgCAREERSTART
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In today's episode, we're diving into an incredible opportunity that could kickstart your gap year adventure: AgCAREERSTART. This Australian government initiative, delivered by the National Farmers Federation, offers a unique blend of paid work, training, and networking within the agriculture industry for young individuals aged 17-25. Here are some…
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#18 Mining to Mars || Kim Ellis Hayes' Inspiring Career Voyage into the Space industry
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Kim Ellis Hayes, is a true luminary in the fields of International Law and Space Research. Her remarkable journey from a background in metals, mining, and mineral processing to becoming a Space Research professional and International Lawyer is nothing short of inspiring. Kim is not only the Chief Executive Officer and founder of International Earth…
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In the second part of our captivating conversation with Felicity Furey, we delve deep into the personal side of her remarkable career journey. We explore the moments that shaped her, the lessons she learned, and the values that drive her. From her early visions of the future to her very first job, Felicity shares candidly about the human experience…
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#16 Felicity Furey || Empowering the Future: An Engineer's Entrepreneurial Odyssey
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Felicity Furey, an award-winning business leader, engineer, and entrepreneur. Felicity has made a remarkable journey from her final years of school to becoming an influential figure in the world of engineering and entrepreneurship. In this conversation, we'll explore her inspiring journey, her ro…
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#15 Career Confessions || Jessica Holsman
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In this episode we delve deep into Jessica Holsman's remarkable journey, gaining insights into her life in Career Confessions: 1. Childhood Dreams and First Job Experiences Discover Jessica's early visions of her future, including her childhood pursuits. Gain insight into her very first job experiences and how they influenced her path. 2. Learning …
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#14 Jessica Holsman || From PhD to YouTube: Crafting a path to Success, Balance and Purpose
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Unveiling the Journey Learn about Jessica Holsman's background and her transition from PhD to creating a successful YouTube channel, 'Study With Jess,' to becoming an international best-selling author and speaker. Discover how Jessica's work has touched millions, including collaborations with industry giants like Netflix, Google, and Adobe. Uncover…
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#13 Clowns, Train drivers + Career testing
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The mere mention of my work can often lead to some interesting conversations... Many of which often come back to career testing and I often discover that people can often remember their career suggestions many years later... Much of my experience of career testing has been in schools with the Morrisby Profile. Career testing when used and implement…
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#12 Want to nail your Uni/Tafe preferences?!
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This episode is for final year students. Whilst I am based in Melbourne much of this advice on how to approach the application process and preferences is universal. Knowing yourself, researching courses and really getting honest about what you truly want are at the heart of what I talk about. I hope you find it helpful. ~~~~~~~~ Hi. My name is Nadi…
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In this Part 2 conversation with Ash we learn more about her life and career journey. We talk values, first jobs, biggest mistakes and so much more… Enjoy! ~~~~~~~~ Hi. My name is Nadia and I'm a Career Practitioner, educator and founder of B U Careers. I'm passionate about supporting, inspiring and empowering the next generation in their career jo…
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#10 Ashley Beeby || Never considered a VET pathway? How a chance work experience led to a highly rewarding career as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic.
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In this episode, we speak to Ash Beeby a qualified Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic, VET champion and writer (she is currently writing her Sci-fi novel, writes on her blog https://ashleybeeby.com and recently published an article about her career journey). She provides greater detail about her career journey as someone who had never considered a caree…
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In this Part 2 conversation with Josh we learn a little more about the human that is Josh and delve deeper into his life and career journey. Josh is Head of Labs and Startups at Luna, a Lawyer and Senior Lecturer at Monash University. Josh is a wealth of knowledge of all things startups. In this episode, we cover everything from what his vision was…
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#8 Josh Sharma || Kickstarting your career in a Startup, Design thinking and the Entrepreneurial journey
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Ever wondered if entrepreneurship is right for you? Think you have a problem worth solving? In this episode, I speak to Josh Sharma. Josh is Head of Labs and Startups at Luna, a Lawyer and Senior Lecturer at Monash University. Josh is a wealth of knowledge of all things startups. He works with founders through to large corporations, in addition to …
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#7 Career Confessions with Nadia (+ Guest host Imogen)
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Join Nadia and a diverse range of guests as they confess to their biggest career highs and lows. In this week's episode, Nadia flips the script and answers the same set of questions she will be asking her future guests, with the help of her adorable seven-year-old daughter and guest interviewer, Imogen. Get ready to laugh, learn and be inspired by …
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#6 Overcoming fear in decision-making: Moving from paralysis to progress
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In this episode, the focus is on helping you navigate career decisions despite feeling fear. With the fear of making the wrong decision and the unknown often looming, the process can be overwhelming. However, in this episode we look to reframe this idea of 'wrong v right decisions' and offer tips for moving through the fear with confidence. By embr…
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In this episode I discuss the all important concept of considering your why and reasons for pursuing your career direction. It's about really exploring who you are and what you really want out of life, without all of the noise from school, from family, societal expectations... I discuss the concept of peeling back the layers to ensure that you are …
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#4 Are you where you want to be? Let's check in...
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In this episode I talk through the process of reflecting upon the year so far. What's working, what's not and how to take aligned action. We will consider what makes your goal or vision compelling for you. What can you do to really connect with what you want on a daily basis? You can access the "Let's Check in" worksheet here. ~~~~~~~~ Hi. My name …
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#3 Why you are so much more than the subjects you do at school!
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In this episode I get a little 'fired up' about the over emphasis on the subjects we do at school and our career. Yes they can certainly have an impact particularly on our very first step after school, but it is more of the fact that our school subjects are referenced by many throughout their career as a defining factor in our career journey. Now i…
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#2 How to take action and gain greater Career clarity
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In this episode we cover key actions to take and the importance of reflection in the action taking process to reveal the real insights of our experiences. ~~~~~~~~ Hi. My name is Nadia and I'm a Career Practitioner, educator and founder of B U Careers. I'm passionate about supporting, inspiring and empowering the next generation in their career jou…
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In this first episode, I will discuss why I created this podcast and what you will gain from listening. You will hear a little about my career background; from work experience at the Mounted Branch to knocking on doors in the snow in London... To now my passion for working with young people to inspire and empower them in their own career journeys. …
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