“We’re all cogs in a wheel,” Melissa Doyle tells her kids. “But we’re all vital…”

As one of Australia’s favourite TV presenters, you won’t be surprised to learn Melissa fields a lot of requests for career advice. But at the beginning of her own career, she just wanted to become like the women she admired. She imitated their voices and studied their styles, but quickly realised - she would never truly be like her heroes, because she would always be herself.

When she first cried on camera, she was mortified, humiliated by her own “lack of professionalism.” But upon reflection, she understood that her outburst was an honest reflection of who she was… And viewers agreed.

Melissa shares how she learned not just to accept her true self, but to tap into it like a superpower. She also shares the advice she leans on when work (or life) isn’t going exactly to plan.

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You can find the full interview here: Melissa Doyle shares stories of bravery, and practical tips for a purpose-driven career

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Host: Amantha Imber

Sound Engineer: Martin Imber

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