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CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE33: Building a Career in Financial Advice with Alistair Ellen and Jamie BrownIn this episode, Amanda, Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University, talks with Alistair Ellen, Director of FP Wealth Management, and Jamie Brown, a BU student who recently completed a paraplanning placement. They share insights into the financial advice profession, career paths, essential skills, and practical tips for getting started. Whether you’re exploring the industry or planning your next step, this episode offers valuable guidance and real-world perspectives.
2026-01-0938 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE32: Imposter Phenomenon (it's not a syndrome!): myths, mindset and strategies with Dr Kate AtkinEver felt like you don’t deserve your success, or that you’ve somehow “fooled” others into thinking you’re more capable than you are? You’re not alone - and you’re certainly not an imposter.
In this expert-led episode with Dr Kate Atkin, we unpack the myths surrounding Imposter Phenomenon (why it is not a syndrome!) explore the mindsets that fuel self-doubt, and share practical strategies to build genuine confidence. Join us as we separate fact from fiction, and learn how to recognise your achievements and strengthen your sense of belonging.
Kate is the author of 'Imposter Phenomenon- why you feel l...
2025-11-0338 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE31: Bringing New Medicines to Patients: A Career in Clinical Research with Dr Tina BartonIn today's episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University chats to Dr Tina Barton, board member of the Institute of Clinical Research. Tina has over 45 years in clinical development and research within the Global Pharmaceutical Industry. In this episode they chat about why Tina is so passionate about this sector, the wide variety of roles available and the skills the sector is looking for. Whether you are a medical professional looking to pivot, or a science, law, business or data graduate, there are roles for all backgrounds.
2025-09-2933 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE30: AI in The Hiring Process with Abbey and Bobbie from Rubicon PeopleIn this episode of the CareersBU Podcast, Amanda, a Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University, sits down with Bobbie and Abbey from Rubicon People, a Dorset-based recruitment agency, to explore the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in the hiring process.
From applicant tracking systems to AI-powered CV screening and interview tools, they discuss how technology is changing the way employers recruit - and what that means for students and graduates entering the job market.
Whether you're applying for your first graduate role or simply curious about how AI might impact your job search, this episode is full of practical insights from...
2025-06-0941 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE29: Building a Career in Conservation and Ecology with Brian HeppenstallIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University, chats to Brian Heppenstall, a BU Alumnus and Careers Manager at The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management. Brian is an experienced professional with over 25 years in the fields of ecology and conservation. In this episode he shares insights from his varied career, including roles as a Senior Ranger, college teacher and community engagement. He discusses the key skills needed to succeed in the sector, offers advice on finding jobs and volunteering opportunities, and reflects on his own career journey
Check out Green Jobs for Nature https://greenjobsfornature.org/
2025-04-2842 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE28: First Steps to Becoming a Detective with James Dickety from Hampshire and IOW ConstabularyIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Consultant from Bournemouth University chats to Detective James Dickety from the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary. James talks through the role of a Detective and gives insight into the different routes in, including the new degree holder route with Hampshire and IOW Constabulary. He gives some great examples of experience that you can gain to help you build valuable skills and provides insiders tips on how to make a stand out application.
Useful Links:
College of Policing Competency and Values Framework https://www.college.police.uk/career-learning/competency-and-values-framework
Hampshire and IOW Detective Programme...
2025-04-0134 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE27: Setting up a Side Hustle with Rachel Clarke, owner of Scents of AdventuresIn this episode Amanda Fripp from CareersBU chats to Rachel Clarke. Rachel is a Bournemouth University member of staff and owner of ‘Scents of Adventures’, a small business making and selling fragrances, wax melts and candles. In this episode they chat about the journey Rachel went though to setting up her business. Rachel talks about the process from ideation to product development, marketing and finances. If you are considering setting up a side hustle or small business this one is for you!
Check out Rachels’s website here www.scentsofadventures.co.uk
2025-03-1828 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE26: Building a Career in the Recruitment Industry with Joseph Cooper, Aspiron SearchIn this episode, Amanda chats to Joseph Cooper, a BU Finance and Economics alumnus. After graduating, Joe began his career in the recruitment industry, specialising in cybersecurity. After a few years of working for others, he went on to co-found his own search firm, Aspiron Search. Based in Bournemouth, the company recruits cybersecurity professionals for roles in the USA.
Joe shares insights into his career journey, offers tips for working in recruitment, and explains why he chose to specialise in cybersecurity.
If you have an interest in a career in cyber security, check out his podcast CyberBytes.
Website: www.aspironsearch...
2025-02-2532 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE25: How to Ace Interviews with Paul Hanrahan from Enterprise MobilityIn this episode, Amanda from CareersBU chats to Paul Hanrahan, Talent Acquisition Specialist from Enterprise Mobility. In this episode Paul gives us the scoop on the recruitment process at Enterprise Mobility. He talks about how to prepare for an interview, the types of questions you might get and how to stand out as a candidate.
2025-01-2735 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE24: Staying Safe From Fraud and Recruitment Scams with Damian Cranny from Dorset PoliceIn this episode Damian Cranny from Dorset Police chats to Amanda from CareersBU. With the rise of online job applications and digital communication, scammers are finding new ways to target young people. Damian shares practical advice, warning signs to watch for, and real-life examples to help you stay one step ahead. Damian talks about the common fraud that students find themselves victim of including money mules, sextortion, recruitment scams and market place scams.
More advice is here https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/
If you are a victim of sextortion call 101 immediately
10 rules to prevent fraud.
1. Be wary of offers that...
2024-12-1049 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE23: My Placement Experience at Enterprise Mobility with Laura HopwoodIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University chats to Laura Hopwood. Laura is a Business and Management student at BU who has just completed a placement year at Enterprise Mobility. In this episode she chats about the experiences she gained whilst on placement and why she feels it has been an incredibly valuable year for her.
2024-10-2831 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE22: Building a marketing career and working for a social purpose brand with Micah DouglasIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, a Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University, chats with BU alumnus Micah Douglas. Micah graduated with a degree in Event Management in 2018 and has since been working in brand management and marketing. He discusses his interest in social purpose and ethical organizations, which led him to work with brands such as Tony’s Chocolonely and now OceanSaver. Micah shares valuable insights about building a career in brand management and marketing and gives tips on what students can be doing whilst at university to help develop their skills.
2024-05-2836 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE21: Making a difference: Building a career in social impact and refugee supportIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, a Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University, chats to Emily Robins, a BU graduate with a unique journey in refugee support. Emily, equipped with a degree in Sociology and Social Anthropology, followed by an MRes, now serves as a Resettlement Manager at East Devon District Council.
In this episode, Emily shares her experiences that have all helped forge her career as a resettlement manager. From volunteering with community projects, to working as a research assistant, Emily chats about the opportunities that have developed her skills. Gain insight into the challenges and rewards of working with refugees...
2024-04-1527 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE20: Cracking the Code: Navigating the Career Paths in Tech with Ollie Storey from Cold BananaIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University chats to Ollie Storey, the Managing Director of tech agency Cold Banana. In this episode Ollie talks about the opportunities at Cold Banana, both within tech and non tech roles. He talks about the changing landscape in the tech industry, the skills they are seeking and how students can stand out in the application process.
More information about Cold Banana can be found here https://www.coldbanana.com/
2024-02-0528 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE19: How recruitment agencies can help students find graduate jobs, with ‘Give a Grad a Go’In this episode Amanda Fripp, Careers Consultant at Bournemouth University chats to Jessica Hart from Give a Grad a Go. Give a Grad a Go is a recruitment agency specialising in finding employment for graduates. Jessica talks about how graduates can use recruitment agencies as another way of finding work. She explains the process they would go through when applying for work through their agency and some top tips for applying. Jessica is the Marketing Manager at Give a grad a Go and is also a Bournemouth University alumnus.
Students can also gain experience through their competitions here https://giveagradago...
2024-01-2218 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE18: Student Circus- the job search platform to find visa sponsored jobs in the UKIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser at Bournemouth University chats to Dhruv Krishnaraj the founder of job search platform 'Student Circus'. Bournemouth University now have a license for BU students to use this platform to help them find visa sponsored jobs in the UK. The platform also offers country guides and a wealth of other information.
Access Student Circus here https://studentcircus.com/login?_gl=1%2a1vxbiwt%2a_up%2aMQ..%2a_ga%2aMTA3NzkzMTI5My4xNzA0NzE2ODQz%2a_ga_RJW69RG30X%2aMTcwNDcxNjg0My4xLjAuMTcwNDcxNjg0My4wLjAuMA..
2024-01-0827 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE17: International Students - how to get work ready for the UK job market with Jane PimblettIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser from Bournemouth University chats to fellow Careers Adviser Jane Pimblett. In this episode Jane chats about the challenges international students can face when navigating the UK job market. They talk about the value of building experience alongside their studies and the importance of evidencing skills to employers. Jane provides insight into how to develop skills whilst at university, where to find part time jobs and some tips for applying.
2023-12-1131 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE16: Meet The Founder- Matt Cosier from The Gaia Card - the sustainable membership cardIn this episode Amanda, Careers Adviser from CareersBU chats to Matt Cosier. Matt studied BA (Hons) Business Management then went onto study MSc Marketing Management at Bournemouth University. Matt set up a marketing business whilst studying at university and then went on to start The Gaia Card, a membership card providing discounts to sustainable and ethical brands and products. Matt chats about where the idea of the Gaia Card came from, his experience of starting and running a business and provides some tips and advice for anyone interested in business start-up.
2023-11-1331 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE15: Insight into the Civil Service Fast Stream with Tom YatesIn this episode Amanda, Careers Adviser from CareersBU chats to Tom Yates. Tom graduated from Bournemouth University in 2022 with a BA (Hons) International Business and Management. He has since gone on to secure a job on the Civil Service Fast Stream- the government's accelerated development programme for graduates. In this episode Tom talks about how the scheme is structed, his experience so far and some top tips to get through the recruitment process.
Civil Service Fast Stream - https://www.faststream.gov.uk/
Summer Internship- https://www.faststream.gov.uk/summer-diversity-internship-programme/index.html
2023-10-2525 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE14: Global Opportunities for Bournemouth University StudentsIn this episode Amanda, Careers Adviser at BU, chats to Meghan Ellis from the Global Engagement Team at Bournemouth University. Meghan chats about the fantastic global experiences students can gain whilst studying at BU, the funding available and how to apply.
For more information on the opportunities see here https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/students/careers-employability/study-abroad/turing-scheme
2023-10-0936 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE13: How to Prepare For The Careers Fair!In this short bitesize episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser from Bournemouth University shares her top tips on how to prepare for the university careers fair.
2023-09-2204 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE12: Disability and disclosure in the workplaceIn this episode, Amanda, Careers Adviser at Bournemouth University, chats to Michelle Donnelly-Gwynn. Michelle is a careers adviser at BU who leads on disability support within careers and employability. In this episode they chat about disability and long-term health conditions, how and when to disclose and the support students and graduates can receive from BU.
A transcript of this episode can be found on MyCareerHub https://careersbu.careercentre.me/u/a4cfl8et
Michelle also talks about external organisations
More information on what Michelle talks about can be found here:
MyCareerHub resources https://careersbu.careercentre.me/u/952j9uxt
Health...
2023-07-1323 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE11: Mastering the art of networking with Lee TaylorIn today's episode, Amanda from CareersBU chats with Lee Taylor, a business development and marketing specialist. Lee has accumulated a wealth of experience and cultivated a valuable network. In this episode, Lee discusses the significance of building a network, provides tips on initiating the process, and explores the concept of personal branding.
2023-06-0537 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE10: Making successful graduate applications – CVs, Applications and ATS with Ellen LoganIn this episode Amanda from CareersBU chats to Ellen Logan. Ellen is a senior consultant at Gradconsult and is involved in large graduate recruitment campaigns on behalf of many large employers. In this episode Ellen provides an insight into the graduate recruitment process, what recruiters are looking for, tips for writing CVs and how Applicant Tracking Systems are used.
2023-05-2443 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE9: Introducing Worksity- connecting talent to local businessesIn this episode Amanda from CareersBU chats to Amin Pasandideh, founder of Worksity, a creative and business agency that connects local businesses with talented students and professionals. Amin studied Industrial Design at Bournemouth University. He originally wanted to be an inventor, however during his studies he discovered his interest in entrepreneurship and applied his creative and innovative skills to starting a business.
In this episode they chat about Amin's entrepreneurial journey, the importance of community and how Worksity can help students and businesses.
For more information https://www.worksity.co/
Instagram https://instagram.com/worksity?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
2023-05-1029 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE8: Workplace inclusivity for LGBTQ+ graduates with myGworkHow important is workplace inclusivity for LGBTQ+ professionals? In this episode, host, Amanda chats about this topic to George Wright from myGwork – a global networking hub and job board for LGBTQ+ professionals and students. George talks about some of challenges LGBTQ+ professionals can face in the workplace, and the benefits of providing an inclusive environment to both individuals and the organisations as a whole.
For more information about myGwork take a look on their website www.mygwork.com
2023-04-2427 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE7: Insight into the NHS Graduate Management Scheme with Isabella ZdesarIn this episode Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser at BU talks to Isabella Zdesar. Isabella studied BSc Health and Exercise Sciences and MSC Public Health. She is now a trainee on the NHS Graduate Management scheme and is currently working at the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. In this episode Isabella talks about her journey from studying A Levels to securing her role on the scheme, her experience of the scheme, and some tips for making a successful application.
This scheme is open to graduates from all degree subjects and includes pathways in General Management, Finance, HR, Police and Strategy...
2023-03-1929 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE6: Claire King from The Nutrition Advisory Team- From headteacher to business ownerIn this episode, Amanda, Careers Adviser at CareersBU chats to Claire King, founder of the Nutrition Advisory Team and finalist of the Ingenuity Challenge. Claire completed her MSc Nutrition and Behaviour this year at Bournemouth University. Claire previously was a head teacher, and she talks about her business start-up journey, developing her business through building networks, and her experience of the Ingenuity programme.
For more information on the Ingenuity programme see here https://ingenuityimpact.org/
If you are interested in working with the Nutrition Advisory Team, take a look here http://www.thenat.co.uk/
2023-03-0832 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE5: Insight into placements at Bournemouth University with David O'NeillIn this episode Amanda Fripp chats to David O’Neill, a Placement Development Adviser from Bournemouth University. David’s role is to support students whilst out on placements. David talks about how a placement can benefit students, how to find a placement, the support students get whilst on placement, and finally why taking on a placement student is beneficial to employers.
For more information on finding placements look here
Undergraduates - https://bit.ly/40L1Msx
Postgraduates - https://bit.ly/3K5F6x8
If you are an employer interested in taking a student for a placement, click here https://bit...
2023-02-1337 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE4: Meet the International Graduate- Ayra Syamsul- studying and finding work in the UKIn today’s episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser at Bournemouth University chats to Ayra Syamsul. Ayra graduated in 2022 with a BA(Hons) Sociology and Social Anthropology. Ayra is now working at Infropro Digital as an Events and Learning Producer. In this episode Ayra talks about her experience as an international student studying in the UK and how she made the most of the opportunities available at BU. She also talks about her experience of the UK job search, how she found her current role through LinkedIn and how she utilises her strengths and skills in this role.
For more information on...
2023-01-3028 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE3: Meet the Founder - David Burnet from Invidar, 3D solutions and immersive technology companyIn today’s episode, Amanda chats to BU alumn, David Burnet (BSc Games Technology). David is the founder and director of Invidar, a tech company in Poole that specialises in real time 3D solutions and immersive technology. David talks about his time at BU where he studied BSc Games Technology. He explains how he developed his technical skills and built experience through placement and other opportunities and talks about his experience of building a business during the Covid pandemic.
To see the amazing work that Invidar creates, have a look here https://invidar.com/
2023-01-1723 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE2: Meet the Founder- Mollie Taylor, Four Acre FarmIn this episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser at BU, talks to Bournemouth University Alumni Mollie Taylor. Mollie graduated from BU with a MSc Biodiversity Conservation and went on to work within conservation in roles such as a ranger to engagement project coordinator.
Mollie went on to co-found the Four Acre Farm which is a community interest company in Ringwood. In this episode Mollie explains her aims of regenerating the land to support conservation and no dig farming, as well giving back to the community within education and wellbeing.
Mollie also achieved second place in the 2022 BU Eco Entrepreneurs Fund which...
2023-01-0329 min
CareersBU Podcast- Bournemouth University Careers ServiceE1: Introducing CareersBUWelcome to the first episode of the CareersBU podcast. In today's episode, Amanda Fripp, Careers Adviser from CareersBU chats to Alex Jacobs and Jenna Darlow to discuss the support CareersBU provides to students and graduates at Bournemouth University. They also discuss the importance of employability skills and why all students should sign up to the Graduate Skills Programme.
For more information on the Graduate Skills Programme see here https://bit.ly/3P3csgC
2022-12-0517 min