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Feb 7, 2021 • 35min

fact or fiction: your dream job exists

Welcome to Season 3 of my millennial career! Shell and Em are back for another season and starting with a juicy question: is there such a thing as a dream job? And if not, how can we think about our careers instead? This convo touches on:👉🏾being really clear on how you view your career - knowing what you enjoy, dislike, are aiming for and being prepared to be flexible on what that looks like👉🏿diversifying your skills to create the most opportunities possible for yourself👉focusing on how engaged you are in your role at work👉🏼how to assess days that maybe aren't the best days at work - is this just a bad day at work, or do I need a change?👉🏻being prepared for future changes in direction - don't be surprised, be prepared👉🏽how to work with your employer to achieve the most positive result for your career, and what they need in the workplaceThanks to Newcastle Permanent for supporting this episode. Learn more at: http://newcastlepermanent.com.au/ ⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan - use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 29, 2020 • 32min

10 biggest interview mistakes

Job interviews are an amazing opportunity to make an impression and potentially land your dream job! Shell and Em have seen. it. all. across hundreds of job interviews so if you're prepping for an interview you need to listen in to this! The convo touches on:👉🏾fundamental skills that make more of an impression than you think👉how to craft some of your responses to really hit the target👉🏽tips for working with the interview panel in front of you👉🏻some common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid👉🏾options for language choice and expression👉🏼key moments in the interview to focus on - opportunities to leave a unique impression and build rapportHave a listen to the previous ep around how to nail your next job interview: https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=540715⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 15, 2020 • 43min

navigating change in the workplace (with guest David Couri)

David Couri has a breadth of experience in organisational development, change management, the non-for-profit sector and the music industry! In this episode he joins Em and Shell to dig into dealing with change in the workplace, touching on:👉🏼what a "stinky change" is and how to work through it👉🏿how to prepare your mindset and be intentional with how you manage oncoming changes👉how to label what's happening around you in a flexible and agile way👉🏼skills you can practice to master the art of change management👉🏻balancing how you're feeling with what you're doing👉🏽finding agency in your situation - how much is and isn't within your control👉🏿how to tackle change issues in your team in a collaborative and open wayCheck out Bad Vibrations here: https://badvibes.com.au/⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 1, 2020 • 51min

how to win at networking & LinkedIn (with guest Clara McCarthy)

Networking can seem incredibly daunting so Clara McCarthy, Enterprise Account Director at LinkedIn, joined Em and Shell to talk through:👉🏿the value of building communities and networking inside and outside your organisation👉tackling imposter syndrome👉how to nail LinkedIn👉🏽working through barriers of nerves, introductions and small talk👉🏾practical tips and tricks to make networking events feel less awkward👉🏻how LinkedIn fosters networking and relationship buildingFind Clara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claramccarthy/Read more about Australian Women in Recruitment: https://www.linkedin.com/company/awir/⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 27, 2020 • 39min

bonus: careers in finance & accounting

This is the final industry highlight bonus episode for season 2, and what a way to finish! Hanna Barry and James Callender joined Em and Shell to unpack their careers in finance and accounting, touching on:👉🏽their dream jobs as kids👉🏿what they studied and how they applied it to their roles👉tips, tricks and ideas to stand out beyond a degree👉🏻what a typical day at work looks like and the different paths you can go down in the industry👉🏾busting myths and midunderstandings about their roles👉🏻mastering soft skills as well as technical skills👉🏿how to use networking to get your foot in the door⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 18, 2020 • 46min

the secret to a winning cover letter & LinkedIn profile (with guest Alyce Greer)

Do you find writing cover letters or LinkedIn bios completely awkward? You're not alone. Alyce Greer (boss lady at BOSSY.) joined Em and Shell to decode how to write the best cover letter/LinkedIn bio without the cringe, touching on:👉🏿tips from her professional experience writing website, brand, marketing and blog copy👉🏼how to align your personal brand with the words you write👉finding your own voice in written form👉🏾some copywriting no-no's👉🏻how words can matchmake you with your desired employer👉🏾how to actually write the darn thing lolRead more about BOSSY. here at: https://bossycreative.com/Get Alyce's podcast in your ears - search for The Bossy. Type wherever you listen to podcasts.⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 13, 2020 • 48min

bonus: careers in mining and manufacturing

This bonus ep is focused on the mining and manufacturing industries! Shell and Em are joined by Maia Binnie and Chris Cork to share their experiences in these sectors, touching on:👉a little about their own journey in the industry👉🏿some interesting stats around employment and the future of these industries👉🏼salary trends they're seeing $$$👉🏻how tech is becoming more important👉🏾how to connect your study and experience to build a career in each industry👉what employers are looking for and where to get started⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 4, 2020 • 22min

from employee to business owner: what you need to know (with guest Jay Bolton)

Thinking of quitting your 9-5 to start your own business? This is a big transition that comes with many challenges, so Shell and Em had a chat with Jay Bolton who has made this jump in his own career. The chat touches on:👉🏼his journey from employee to business owner👉🏿how to build your business-owning skills👉🏼where to start and when to make the leap👉what to focus on to have the best chance at success👉🏽tips for building your customer base👉🏻the phases of growth he experienced👉🏾what he's learnt in building his business, See Business Solutions (https://seebusinesssolutions.com.au/)⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 29, 2020 • 24min

bonus: careers in construction

Today Shell and Em are joined by Jay Bolton to chat about a career in construction! The chat touches on:👉🏾how Jay got into construction himself👉trends he's seeing in the industry👉🏽tips around how you can get started in the industry👉🏻what skills Jay looks for in an employee👉🏾details about his business, See Business Solutions (https://seebusinesssolutions.com.au/)⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 20, 2020 • 44min

the future of work is here: it's not all about robots (with guest Dr Julian Waters-Lynch)

What will the future of work look like? Dr Julian Waters-Lynch joined Em and Shell to dig into what we could see on the horizon. Jules is currently director of the entrepreneurship program and a lecturer in entrepreneurship, innovation and organisational design in the School of Management at RMIT University. The chat touches on:👉🏽Jules' own personal career journey👉🏿whether the future is about autonomous everything👉how tech might intersect with human work👉🏻how important human connection is in workplaces👉🏾some possible futures (no single future is guaranteed)👉🏿how building better habits with your own work can create success👉taking your time to find and build your work-based skillsConnect with Jules on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianwaterslynch/?originalSubdomain=au⭐Sometimes the easiest way to get a pay rise is as easy as setting up a good personal budget & spending plan. Try the Glen James Spending Plan ﹘ use coupon code "M3C" to save $20: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/m3cshownotesmy millennial career is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.We acknowledge the darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which our studio sits, and pay respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who may listen to our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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