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Careers Are Weird#38 Fabion Turner: Financial Advisor with a Side of Cakes, Rugby Caps & Career LeapsWhat do you call someone who’s been a national rugby player, a baker, a financial advisor, a meal prep chef, a rugby team manager, and a trained teacher? You call them Fabion Turner.In this episode, Fabion (aka Tino) shares the twists and turns of a career that doesn’t fit into one box — from turning down a job in China to take a finance role in Jamaica, to making wedding cakes that rivaled his banking salary, to managing Jamaica’s rugby team while still playing for it. Oh, and he somehow found time to do a Master...2025-05-2136 min
Careers Are Weird#37 Ericka Felix: Moving Home Was the Career Reset I NeededEricka Felix’s career path proves that every job teaches you something — even when it doesn’t “look” professional. From managing a fast-food chain at 22 in Australia to teaching third graders, bartending on weekends, training customer service teams, and now leading administrative operations at an engineering firm in Mexico — Ericka has done it all.In this episode, we talk about the pressure to succeed straight out of uni, the mental load of living abroad, what it means to “go back home” without feeling like a failure, and why work-from-home isn’t for everyone.This one’s a reminder to stop...2025-05-0730 min
Careers Are Weird#36 Thabata Alves: A Customer Success Consultant Across ContinentsThis week, I’m joined by my good friend from uni, Thabata Alves, whose career journey proves that sometimes the first job is the right job.We talk about how Thabata went from graduating on a Thursday to starting her tech career on a Monday, her transition from Australia to London, and what it really means to be a Customer Success Consultant.She breaks down what she actually does, how she’s grown in the role over six years, and why building relationships at work is just as important as being good at your job.2025-04-0228 min
Careers Are Weird#35 Unscripted Career Hot TakesUnscripted solo episode, because honestly? I just wanted to grab a mic and talk.It’s been a busy start to 2025, and I’ve been taking my career thoughts and opinions to Threads—so why not bring them here too? Everything’s ASAP…except your promotion and there’s all the corporate nonsense like “leaner teams” with higher targets, and we’re all over here on threads laughing through the madness.Careers are weird, but they’re also hilarious. Let’s talk about it.New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then—Stay Weir...2025-02-2613 min
Careers Are Weird#34 Thomas Kim: From Artillery Squad Leader to Freelance Sales ConsultantIn 2021, Thomas was leading artillery squads in the South Korean military. In 2025, he's leading sales strategies for international clients as a freelance sales consultant. Careers are weird, right?In this episode, Thomas shares how he transitioned from military discipline to tech sales hustle, managing teams, cold calling in public, and developing market strategies across APAC. Now, he's embracing the uncertainty of funemployment, building his consultancy, and figuring out what’s next—one meditation session at a time.We talk about navigating career shifts, building confidence through rejection, and why being lost might just be the best...2025-02-1936 min
Careers Are Weird#33 Christeléne Steinhöbel: From Pro Rugby Player to Breathwork CoachHow do you go from playing for the Springbok Women’s Sevens to running your own breathwork business? Christeléne Steinhöbel’s career has been anything but predictable. After her pro rugby career was cut short, she had to figure out what came next—navigating job rejections, moving to Dubai, coaching rugby, and eventually landing in Bali, where she discovered the power of breathwork. Now, she’s helping athletes improve their endurance, recover faster, and manage performance anxiety—all without a degree. We talk about resilience, reinvention, and why knowing how to breathe properly might just be your next competi...2025-02-1251 min
Careers Are Weird#32 Florine Dori: Mountain Climbing Account ManagerImagine your first role being your fave role? That’s exactly what happened to Florine! She got her first internship in account management, and as she grew and switched companies, she decided to stick with it because she genuinely loves what she does. Flor shares her tips for choosing the right company size, learning about a company's culture before you join, and picking a workplace that gives you time for your hobbies. Speaking of hobbies, she’s an avid mountain climber and videographer and shares why not every hobby needs to turn into a career.
New episodes are...2025-02-0528 min
Careers Are Weird#31 Kateryna Chyzhykova: Building a Startup Career While Traveling the WorldKateryna Chyzhykova shares how she turned a "boring" presentation into a life-changing role as a product manager at a travel tech startup. From juggling multiple hats in a fast-paced startup to thriving as a digital nomad, Kat’s journey proves that careers are anything but linear. Tune in to hear her tips on managing work while exploring the world and why staying adaptable is key. Connect with Kat on LinkedIn and check out AirWander’s stopover search tool.
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then – Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends✌🏾
Connect with Kat on...2025-01-2934 min
Careers Are Weird#30 Corporate Politics Feels Like Grownup High SchoolWhat do you do when someone takes credit for your work? Careers are so weird, right? Because why is this even a regular occurrence in the workplace? It’s corporate nonsense, and the reality is—if they’re petty enough to steal your work, then you need to approach this strategically and relatively calmly.
Receipts. Keep all the receipts.
Message me your corporate villain stories, and until next Wednesday—Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends. ✌🏾2025-01-2211 min
Careers Are Weird#29 Tim van Schaick: Strategy Consultant & Chartbuddy BossTim shares his unconventional career path, from studying econometrics and philosophy to consulting, a software internship, and now launching his own tech company. He opens up about why he quit a stable consulting career to pursue programming and entrepreneurship, and the steep learning curve of being a solo founder while juggling the roles of CEO, CMO, and CTO.
Whether you're a consultant who despises charts, a budding entrepreneur, or just someone navigating the weirdness of careers, this episode is for you.
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New episodes a...2025-01-1531 minCareers Are Weird#28 Main Character Energy – Setting Career Goals You’ll Actually Hit in 2025Happy New Year, Careers Are Weird fam! 🎉 We’re back for 2025, and I’m talking about how to sprinkle some professional energy onto your 2025 goals, reflect on last year’s wins (and losses), and make small but intentional career moves. We’re not rage-quitting this year – we’re playing the long game with LinkedIn revamps, win trackers, and setting career goals that actually align with what you want.
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then – Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends ✌🏾2025-01-0812 min
Careers Are Weird#27 Surviving the Q4 Crunch (Without Losing It)The year-end rush is here, and it feels like everyone’s cramming every task into November! This week, I’m sharing strategies to handle the Q4 urgency without burning out. Plus, we’re kicking things off with some hilarious new “Is There Anything Worse Than?” submissions, because what’s end-of-year stress without a little laugh?
Tune in for practical tips on prioritising, the power of a holiday countdown, and finding time to breathe amidst the chaos. If you’re pushing through the mid-November grind, this episode is for you!
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then...2024-11-1310 min
Careers Are Weird#26 Cathy-Ann Bell: Seamlessly Reimagining Heirloom - A Career in UpholsteryMeet Cathy-Ann Bell, Chief Operating Officer of Upholstery Concierge, who seamlessly reimagines furniture in Jamaica. Cathy’s journey took her from a chemistry degree to a marketing internship, and eventually to founding an upholstery business—without even knowing how to sew! We talk about learning on the job, navigating a male-dominated field, and transforming an unexpected craft into a business that brings personality to people’s homes. Cathy’s advice? Keep your options open—you never know where life will lead you!
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then – Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends✌🏾2024-11-0634 min
Careers Are Weird#25 Is There Anything Worse Than...?This week, we're keeping it real (and hilarious). Join me for a quick episode featuring one of the funniest listener stories to date, the first edition of my new segment “Is There Anything Worse Than…?” and some thoughts on managing work-life balance when your career gets a bit chaotic. From kissy-face emoji mishaps with the boss to tips on surviving Q4 madness, this episode is packed with laughs and practical advice for those extra-busy work weeks.
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then – Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends✌🏾
Submission link - https://forms...2024-10-3014 min
Careers Are Weird#24 How to Position Yourself as a Thought Leader (Without the Cringe)Careers Are Weird fam, let’s talk about positioning yourself as a thought leader in your industry—without the awkwardness! I break down what it means to share knowledge authentically, the power of building and learning in public, and why you don’t need to be an expert to be valuable. Sharing what you’re learning can connect you to a network of like-minded professionals, open up unexpected opportunities, and make you a resource in your field. Tune in to hear why I started my What The Fish (WTF) newsletter and how you can start sharing your expertise too.
Ne...2024-10-2315 min
Careers Are Weird#23 Bianka Młodkowska: Marketing Manager in the Dental IndustryCareers Are Weird fam, every industry needs marketing! This week, I’m joined by Bianka Młodkowska, a Digital Marketing Manager focusing on email campaigns in the dentistry sector. Bianka shares insights into the challenges of digital marketing in a highly specialised field, advice for those just starting out, and how the pandemic reshaped her career path. Her advice to anyone in the job market? Keep pushing, and don’t underestimate smaller companies—you might find the best opportunities there!
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then – Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends✌🏾
Connect with Bianka on linkedin: http...2024-10-1630 min
Careers Are Weird#22 Blair Roden: From Military Engineer to Endurance Run Coach"Don’t overthink it, just get out there and run!" This week I'm joined by Blair Roden, AKA Broad Run, whose career journey has been anything but ordinary. Blair started as an electrical engineer in the UK Navy’s submarine service, where he spent years underwater (literally) before transitioning to a totally different path—becoming a full-time endurance run coach.
Blair talks us through a day in the life in the Navy, his transition from military life to civilian work, and how he moved to a brand new country, tried real estate, and ultimately started his new compan...2024-10-0931 min
Careers Are Weird#21 Quentin Laporte: Recruitment Consultant & Co-Founder of LinkoI’m joined by my good friend Quentin Laporte, a recruitment expert who co-founded his own company, Linko. We dive into his journey from IT recruitment, specializing in web development, to launching a recruitment firm that focuses on HR information systems (HRIS). Quentin shares insights into the recruiting process, how recruiters juggle hundreds of candidates at once, and the challenges of starting a company in a niche market.
If you’ve ever wondered how recruiters operate behind the scenes, what it’s like to negotiate salaries and manage clients, or you’re curious about the future of recruitm...2024-10-0228 min
Careers Are Weird#20 Career Tips You Didn’t Know You Needed!We made it to 20 episodes! 🎉 Back in episode 1, I wasn’t sure if I’d even love podcasting, but here we are—LOVING IT! Thank you for all the support, the listens, and the stories you’ve shared. Today’s milestone episode is packed with 10 career tips to help you navigate your weird and wonderful career journey.
From how to gracefully handle a colleague’s mistake (hint: don’t be a superhero) to the power of taking mental health days, and even why you should update your LinkedIn when you’re not job hunting, this episode has it all. Whether you...2024-09-2517 min
Careers Are Weird#19 Harland Tither: From Teaching to Fitness—Embracing Bold Career ShiftsCareers are weird, and Harland Tither, aka "Harly," is living proof! In this episode, I catch up with Harly, a former elementary school teacher turned personal trainer, who's currently on a journey of funemployment. We talk about her transition from leading classrooms in Dubai to embracing her passion for fitness, preparing for marathons, and navigating bold career moves.
Whether you're thinking of making a career change or just curious about what it takes to juggle multiple passions, Harly’s story will inspire you to trust the process and make those brave leaps.
New episodes are ou...2024-09-1826 min
Careers Are Weird#18 Zahra Henry: Career Coach, Educator, and Entrepreneur—Empowering People and Unlocking PotentialCareers are weird, and Zahra’s story proves it! This week, I’m sitting down with Zahra Henry, the founder of ZLH Careers, a multilingual entrepreneur and career coach who took the leap from working in government to launching her own business. We dive into her career journey, her studies, why she believes everyone needs a career coach, and how she grew her business transitioning from teaching French and Spanish to helping professionals navigate their career paths.
Whether you're thinking of starting your own venture or just need a fresh perspective on your career path, Zahra’s story...2024-09-1135 min
Careers Are Weird#17 Abigail Smith: International Higher Education“The juice will be worth the squeeze!”
I’m joined by Abigail Smith, a powerhouse in higher education and a PhD student. We dive deep into the unique and often overlooked roles in university administration, the importance of mentorship, and how saying yes can lead to incredible opportunities. From working in student affairs to embarking on a global journey in the UAE and at sea, Abigail shares her insights on making the most out of your career and why sometimes, the juice is definitely worth the squeeze. Whether you're curious about a career in higher education or just l...2024-09-0429 min
Careers Are Weird#16 What Genre is Your Career? Listener Stories that Prove Work Really is a MovieEver feel like your career is straight out of a movie? You're not alone! In this week's episode, we're diving into listener-submitted stories that prove just how weird—and cinematic—our careers can get. From bizarre workplace encounters to those laugh-out-loud moments that could be scenes in a comedy, this episode has it all.
Tune in as I share these hilarious, strange, and downright unbelievable work stories. Whether you're dealing with a quirky colleague or just need a good laugh, this episode is for you. And don't forget to share your own stories for a chance to be f...2024-08-2810 min
Careers Are Weird#15 Your Career and What Happens in Your Resignation EraIt's our first video pod! This week, we're diving deep into one of the most pivotal moments in any career: the resignation. From handling a toxic boss to timing your exit just right, I share my personal resignation story, the lessons learned, and why your career is truly in your hands. Whether you're considering a career change or just curious about the process, this episode offers practical advice and real talk on making the leap. So grab a cup of tea, settle in, and let's get into it. Don't forget to share your own resignation stories through the submission...2024-08-2115 min
Careers Are Weird#14 Raychelle Fraser: A Career in Guiding Recovery - Inside Substance Abuse CounselingI’m joined by Raychelle Fraser, a dedicated substance abuse counselor based in Florida. Raychelle shares her journey from studying psychology to working in a psychiatric ward, and eventually becoming a substance abuse counselor. In this episode, she opens up about the challenges and rewards of working in mental health, particularly with clients struggling with addiction. We also dive into the importance of finding balance in such an emotionally taxing role and how she envisions the next steps in her career.
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then - Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my fr...2024-08-1422 min
Careers Are Weird#13 Darien Nairne-Powell: Blending IT and Creativity Through UX/UI DesignI'm joined by Darien Nairne-Powell, a systems analyst at the University of the West Indies and the creative director of DRESIGNS. He shares his journey from starting in computer science to realizing it wasn't the right degree for him, to securing his first internship in IT, growing and maturing in that role to Systems Analyst all while running his own graphic design company.
Learn how he used work experience through his internship to change direction in university and how his softer skills in customer service have helped his reputation, which has helped him grow his brand both...2024-08-0729 min
Careers Are Weird#12 Mark Agrawal: Balancing Family Business and Finding Creative FreedomI'm joined by Mark Agrawal, a versatile entrepreneur managing multiple businesses, including a concrete company and a thriving events space called 1857. Mark talks about his journey from studying marketing to blending his business acumen with his creative passions. He shares insights on how he found his niche, the challenges of running diverse ventures, and the joy of creating a community through events. Plus, get Mark’s practical tips on time management and maintaining balance in a busy entrepreneurial life.
New episodes are out every Wednesday, so until then - Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious, my friends✌🏾
2024-07-3124 min
Careers Are Weird#11 Read More, Write More: Career Growth HackEver feel lost in a meeting or overlooked for a promotion? The secret might just be reading more and writing more. 📚✏️
This week I talk about how and why continuously improving these skills can set you apart in any industry. From analyzing market trends to drafting legal contracts, these are the tools that can make you invaluable. Plus, I’ll share personal stories and actionable tips to help you get started today.
Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious my friends✌🏾
Submission link - https://forms.gle/Yuri4hvnP8zpiND7A2024-07-2410 min
Careers Are Weird#10 Everyone Is NOT Doing Something Cooler Than You"OMG, their job is so cool, my job is really boring." Let's be real—every job has its cool parts and its boring, mundane parts. We often only focus on the mundane and forget about the exciting stuff that brings purpose and fulfillment to our careers.
In this episode, I break down the reality vs. the highlight reel. Every role has its mix of fun and tedious tasks. It's all about finding purpose in the mundane and connecting these tasks to the larger goals of your job or company.
I'll also give you tips on ho...2024-07-1712 min
Careers Are Weird#9 Njeri Fraser (The Njerineer): Process Engineering in Pharma & Biotech with a Creative TwistNjeri Fraser (The Njerineer) is a dynamic process engineer in medicine and vaccine manufacturing. She breaks down her role in the pharmaceutical & biotechnology industry, explaining the intricate processes of equipment qualification and process validation. She demystifies her job, shedding light on the critical work behind the scenes in pharma & biotech.
We also talk about her vibrant life outside of work, where she channels her energy into being a Zumba instructor and a YouTube beauty content creator. Discover how she balances her demanding career with her creative pursuits and why she believes in embracing both...2024-07-1030 min
Careers Are Weird#8 Abbey Wood (Louise): Your Popstar Speech Therapist - Balancing Careers and Building a BrandAbbey's journey is a fascinating blend of two worlds. By day, she's a dedicated speech language pathologist working with children in schools, helping them overcome communication challenges. By night, she transforms into Abbey Wood, an alternative pop artist with thousands of streams on her latest single, "NYC is Dead to Me." In this episode, Louise discusses her path to becoming a speech language pathologist, the impactful work she does, and how her background in music influenced her career choice. Meanwhile, Abbey shares the trials and triumphs of navigating the music industry, from late-night gigs to shooting music videos. Tune...2024-07-0336 min
Careers Are Weird#7 Adana Phillip: From Front Desk to Entrepreneurship - It's Time to Go All In on Your BrandStarting in hospitality, Adana’s roles have taken her from front desk agent at Marriott in Trinidad & Tobago to sales and marketing coordinator at a top Forbes property in the Cayman Islands. Along the way, she’s experienced the highs and lows of working in various locations, including Dubai and the USA, and navigated roles from VIP concierge to room planner. In this episode, Adana shares the realities of working in the hospitality industry, the importance of networking, and her exciting transition to entrepreneurship with her brand, ShopWithDanz. Tune in to hear how she embraced change, followed her heart, and...2024-06-2637 min
Careers Are Weird#6 Reina Yuguchi: The Event She Didn’t Plan - Success in Advertising and MediaReina thought she was going to be an event planner, but life had other plans. In this episode, Reina takes us through her unexpected journey from event planning internships in her uni days in Singapore to becoming a successful advertising media planner in Sydney. She takes us through what a job in media planning really means, the realities of working in small niche agencies vs much larger broader ones, and how she found her passion in advertising. Reina’s story is literally that saying “life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans”. Such a cool and dynamic...2024-06-1920 minCareers Are Weird#5 Start Acting Like It’s Summer!DO NOT let them scam you into rebranding summer as just “finishing Q2 strong and getting a running start to Q3.” June, July, and August are summer months! Not Q2, not Q3. It’s summer!
Yes, we're grown now and we need to work because we've got responsibilities, but we need to sprinkle some summer vibes into our corporate lives:
Don't let the summer slip away because this is time you'll never get back! After you listen to this episode, go open your calendars and make sure you don't burnou...2024-06-1208 minCareers Are Weird#4 Don’t Let Yourself Stay “Under-Titled”Titles matter guys, and I firmly believe that being "Under-titled" is worse than being underpaid because it's so much more limiting.
What’s the importance of an accurate job title?
Clear Representation of Role
Internal Consistency and Communication
Performance Expectations
Marketability and Searchability
There’s nothing wrong with your role changing as you grow in your company, it’s amazing to be able to take on new responsibilities, but at our age, it’s important to get the messaging right.
Go advocate for yourself!
Stay We...2024-06-0509 min
Careers Are Weird#3 Treya Picking: Rescuing Crocodiles Is the ‘eAsY’ Part of a Career in Wildlife ConservationWhen I think of a Wildlife Conservation Biologist, I imagine Treya in the wetlands all the time, responding to wildlife calls and saving crocodiles LOL! But Treya's journey has been A LOT more diverse.
In this episode, she discusses the pivotal moments in her career, including her decision to leave a secure job without another lined up and transitioning to a hybrid life as a freelance consultant. Even though her field is super niche, the lessons, challenges, overthinking, and decisions she’s faced are incredibly relatable across multiple fields. Join us as Treya provides valuable insights into na...2024-05-2934 minCareers Are Weird#2 We Can’t All Be ImpostersYou’re 100% allowed to learn something new and not be immediately perfect. You can be confident whilst learning and not at all be an imposter. And if someone belittles you for needing to learn something, then that’s their problem, not yours.
Keep making your careers imperfectly yours!
Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious my friends✌🏾
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Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/careers-are-weird2024-05-2209 minCareers Are Weird#1 Is This Thing On?I’m a corporate girlie, of course I have to do a long intro about who I am, what this is, why I'm doing it, what the plan is, and what the hell has taken me so long.
This is the 1st of many and I swear it’ll start to make sense real soon.
Stay Weird and Stay Ambitious my friends✌🏾
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Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/careers-are-weird2024-05-1507 minCareers Are WeirdTrailer: Careers Are Weird🎙️ Real Talk, No Filters: Forget the traditional career advice. I'm here to share the raw and unfiltered stories of entry-level disruptors, ambitious associates, and future industry leaders. Life isn't easy, but we thrive on the challenges and choices that pave the way to our goals.
Stay Weird, Stay Ambitious my friends✌🏾2024-05-0500 min
Logistics Executive GroupEpisode 72: TACKLE Your Success – 7 Truths of a Professional AthleteIn this week’s Book Club Vodcast Series, our host Kim Winter is joined by Filipo Levi, former International Rugby Captain, leadership coach and author of his new book, TACKLE Your Success. This episode is co-hosted by our very own Aindrea Sewell, Consultant here at Logistics Executive Group.
Follow Logistics Executive Group - https://www.linkedin.com/company/logisticsexecutive
Connect with Filipo on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/filipolevi/
His book TACKLE Your Success is available here : - https://www.filipolevi.com/tackleyoursuccess
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