Your Career Journey Podcast
Welcome to ‘Your Career Journey,’ the podcast designed to be your compass through the twists and turns of career development.
Whether you're a seasoned professional navigating a career transition, climbing the corporate ladder, looking to return to work after some time away, or just taking your first steps, this show is for you.
Each episode dives into real stories from people who have made their mark. We cover career challenges, triumphs, and everything in between, offering practical insights, inspiration and giving you valuable takeaways for your journey.
Expect candid conversations with industry experts and thought leaders who've embraced the highs, weathered the lows and emerged with wisdom worth sharing.
Join me and let’s explore the multifaceted landscapes of career development, learning, and growth together.
You can listen to and watch the episodes below ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
Or find them on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.
New episodes are released fortnightly.
🔥 Career Success Tips You Were Never Taught | Climb to the Top with Matthias Mahr!
Want to get promoted, build stronger work relationships, and take control of your career path?
In this episode of Your Career Journey Podcast, I’m joined by Matthias Mahr, author of How to Be Moderately Successful, Career Advice for Realists. For a candid and practical conversation on how to achieve career success, without burning out or pretending to be someone you’re not.
We talk about Matthias’ career journey from Austria to London, and how he moved from strategy consultancy to commercial leadership roles in large corporates like eBay, Eurostar and Trainline. And ultimately learned the insights he shares in his first book.
Matthias talks about the importance of building meaningful workplace relationships, including how to manage your boss and how to collaborate better. How do you do this effectively, even when you feel like you are clashing with them?
There is highly practical advice on how to navigate the promotion process, how to find the balanace between confidence and adaptability in fast moving environments. And real world strategies for managing workplace stress.
Whether you're early in your career or looking to step into a leadership role for the first time, this episode is packed with practical takeaways and insights to help you move forward to with confidence.
🔗 Connect with Matthias:
How to Be Moderately Successful: https://www.moderatelysuccessful.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthiasmahrcommercial/
Beyond Busyness – Choosing Meaning Over Mayhem with Peggy Sullivan 💡
Are you constantly busy but still feeingl unfulfilled? In this episode, we dive into concept of choosing meaning over mayhem with author and speaker Peggy Sullivan.
Peggy shares how breaking her addiction to busyness became her life’s mission after a stress-induced heart attack and a painful divorce. This honest and inspiring conversation exposes the dark side of busyness and the toll it takes on our health, relationships, and happiness.
With her unique “performance by design” framework, Peggy guides us on how to eliminate low-value tasks, adopt daily happiness rituals, and reclaim your time by choosing meaning over the chaos that busyness can bring with it.
She also shares how to reconnect with personal values and build a purpose-driven life and career.
Whether you're overwhelmed by work or simply ready for change, this episode will help you understand why choosing meaning over busyness might be the most transformative decision you'll ever make.
Connect with Peggy Sullivan:
https://www.peggysullivan.com
From Psychology Dreams to Marketing Leader: Emily Paladino's Bold Career Pivot
In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Paladino, a senior leader in marketing and customer strategy with a fascinating and unconventional career journey.
Emily’s path started with dreams of becoming a clinical psychologist, but curiosity (and a knack for understanding people) led her into the world of market research, brand strategy, and customer experience. Her story is a powerful reminder of how building complementary skills and following your interests can lead to unexpected and rewarding career shifts.
We dive into:
How the discipline and structure of market research shaped her approach to marketing
What she learned working in London’s fast-paced environment
Her transition into traditional marketing and brand leadership at some of Australia’s most iconic retail brands
What Customer Insights really means and how it can transform how teams operate and connect with their audience
We also explore lessons in leadership, the power of truly understanding your customer, and what it takes to step into new spaces with confidence.
If your career feels a little boxed in or you're thinking about branching out in a new direction, this conversation is full of practical insight and inspiration to help you reimagine what’s possible.
🔗 Connect with Emily:
Website: https://www.emilypaladino.com.au/
Happiness at Work: Declan Edwards on Emotional Intelligence & Growth 🌱
Work That’s Worth It. Purpose Driven Career Paths with Georgi Enthoven
Why Your Marketing Is Failing & How to Fix It Fast with Damian Lucas
Career Reinvention & Finding True Purpose After 20 Years in Retail. With Scott Baker
How Saying Yes Changed Everything | Amy Barry’s Retail Marketing Success Story
Redefining Success: Kym Kearney on Bold Career Shifts & Taking Smart Risks
From Corporate Burnout to Real Estate Freedom with Wendy Chamberlain
Turning Global Experience Into Career Success Returning Home with Margot Andersen
From Journalism to Digital Strategy: Andrea Andric’s Career Pivot & Social Media Insights
How Marketers Can Thrive with AI | Career Strategies with Catherine Toms.
Workplace Culture, Burnout & Career Freedom with Katie O'Malley
From Marketer to CEO: Vanessa Lyons' Powerful Career Journey & Lessons in Leadership
How Susan Toft Built The Laundry Lady | From Corporate Career to Startup CEO
Take Control of Your Career & Build Real Connections with Becca Spencer 💼
How an International Marketing Career Changed My Life with Paola Piccinno
How to Unlock Your Career Potential with Rita Martinez 🌟 Real Advice Inside
Boost Your Confidence & Personal Brand Through Style with Lucy Owens
Life on the road as a digital nomad. With Kelly Gurr
Shaping your own story. With Charlie Syme
Taking control and finding purpose. With Rhiannon Di Martino
Building a career in Marketing. With Martin Kelly
From Marketing to Mortgage broking. With Jane Betschel
Leadership insights. With Pierre de Villiers
Openness to change, saying yes and embracing authenticity. With Sharon Morris
How I Built a Flexible Freelance Career & Found Freedom with Kellie Floyd
Insider perspective - What's happening in the market at the moment? With Lucy Bolan
Storytelling, video production and AI. With Nigel Taylor
Insider Perspective - What are internal talent teams looking for in applications? With Matt Woodard
Designing your career. With Mickey Rummery
Global moves, navigating a large corporation and finding your voice. With Steph Sta Maria
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