Career Zone Podcast

Overcoming Self-Doubt: Career options for all

In this week’s episode, Rhianna Skeates, Employability and Placements Adviser, shares her experience of overcoming self-doubt to end up in a career they never expected to be in and why it is important to understand what motivates you. Rhianna discusses the career opportunities available despite any perceived barriers you may have. 

More information on the support mentioned in the podcast can be found in the links below: 

• Regardless of which year of study you are in, it is important to start your career planning as soon as possible as some professions require planning and experience. Find out more about the Decide Resources on offer. 

• Employment Sector webpages 
• Decide podcast 
• Link to skill sessions on Handshake 
• If you would like to talk to a Career Consultant to discuss your career options, you can book a guidance appointment by contacting the Career Zone.   

 

Law mini-series: Returning to work in Hong Kong: In conversation with Kelly Wong, Law alumni from Hong Kong

In our Law mini-series podcast, Rachel Gaunt Employability and Careers Consultant for the Law School, talks to Law sector professionals about their career experiences.

Kelly graduated from the University of Exeter with an LLB in Law in 2020. She has now returned to work in her home country as a Legal Executive at Securities and Futures Commission after studying in the UK for 6 years. Hear about Kelly’s untimely return home due to the pandemic, how she navigated the start of her career journey in unexpected circumstances, her knowledge on qualifying in Hong Kong with an overseas degree, including tips on what to consider and her thoughts on the legal sector in general in Hong Kong.

In addition to this episode you can find more information to help with career planning here; My Career Zone Digital , Employability for Law Students and Building Brilliant Careers

In conversation with Sawsan Khuri, Innovation Specialist and Facilitator

In this week’s episode Rachel Sloan, Employability and Careers Consultant, is joined by Sawsan Khuri, Innovation Specialist and Facilitator. Sawsan discusses her entrepreneurship journey, how risk taking has shaped her journey and how she has stayed resilient. Sawsan also shares her advice to students who have an idea for a business and the support that they can access.

 

Relevant Links:

• Volt entrepreneurs  
• Collaborative Capacities
• Student Start-ups
• You can book a 1:1 'Entrepreneurs Guidance' appointment to discuss your individual situation by going to the Career Zone.

Law mini-series: International Arbitration Law: In conversation with Duncan Gorst, Senior Associate Osborne Clarke

In our Law mini-series podcast, Rachel Gaunt Employability and Careers Consultant for the Law School, talks to Law sector professionals about their career experiences.

Duncan is an English-qualified solicitor and senior associate at the law firm Osborne Clarke. He is originally from Devon in the UK but currently lives and works in Munich, Germany. Hear about Duncan’s decision to pursue a career in international arbitration, his experiences of transitioning from student life to working in London, relocating to Germany, initially in the role of paralegal through to qualification via the New York Bar and then eventually into his current role as a Senior Associate.

In addition to this episode you can find more information to help with career planning here; My Career Zone Digital , Employability for Law Students and Building Brilliant Careers

In conversation with alumni Amy Matthews, Comedian

In this week’s episode Rachel Haddy, Employability and Placement Adviser is joined by alumni Amy Matthews. Amy graduated in 2017 with a degree in English and is now a comedian and writer. She shares how an English degree helped to prepare her for her current career, the importance of networking and how she manages setbacks and adversity. Amy also shares her advice for graduates thinking of going into creative careers.

If you would like to book an appointment with a Careers Consultant to discuss your career options, contact the Career Zone and ask for a Guidance appointment.

Link to Amy Matthews page: https://www.amymatthewscomedy.com/

Find out more about Expanding Your Career Horizons here https://www.exeter.ac.uk/careers/events/careerhorizons/ 

In conversation with Stephanie Lieber, Acting CEO of upReach

Kate Foster, Employability and Career Consultant, is joined by Stephanie Lieber, Acting CEO of upReach, a social mobility charity that partners with the University to support students in receipt of the Access to Exeter bursary with their employability. Stephanie shares her career journey and what has influenced her career decisions.  

You can find out more about upReach and whether you are eligible for support here. Click here to apply to upReach.

You can find more resources on our Expanding your Career Horizons - find a job you love! webpage.

 

In conversation with Rhian Heasman, Development Director at The Centre for Social Justice

Social justice is relevant to every graduate role and how you approach you career. In this week’s episode alumni, Rhian Heasman, Director at The Centre for Social Justice, shares what social justice means to her, how she got into her current role and what she would encourage students to think about when applying for jobs.

 

You can find more resources on our Expanding your Career Horizons - find a job you love! webpage.

 

Expanding your career horizons: In conversation with Emma de Saram, Vice President Liberation and Equality, Exeter Guild.

In this week’s episode Kate Foster, Employability and Career Consultant is joined by Emma de Saram – (Exeter Guild  - Liberation & Equality ) to discuss finding a job you love. Emma shares what has influenced her decision plans for the future and what she would encourage students to explore when thinking about their career options.

You can find more resources on our Expanding your Career Horizons - find a job you love! webpage. If you would like to talk with a Career Consultant about your career options, you can contact the Career Zone who will be able to book you a guidance appointment.

 

Recruiter Perspectives: In conversation with Hannah Salton, Career Coach

Steve Wallers, Employer Engagement & Student Employment Manager talks with Career Coach Hannah Salton, who shares her top tips as a former recruiter. Hannah discusses the importance of a growth mindset, how you should go about developing your own personal brand and how to deal with rejection. Hannah also shares her advice on how to deal with multiple job offers and how to future proof your career.

 

Links to book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Graduate-Careers-Uncovered-recruiter-demystify/dp/B0BCCYSNBJ/

 

Support the Career Zone offers

• Self-awareness https://www.exeter.ac.uk/careers/research/helpwith/helpwithself-awareness/
• Developing your skills https://www.exeter.ac.uk/careers/research/helpwith/helpwithdevelopingyourskills/
• Networking https://www.exeter.ac.uk/careers/research/helpwith/helpwithnetworking/
• Researching sectors and employers https://www.exeter.ac.uk/careers/research/helpwith/helpwithresearchingsectorsandemployers/

 

Social Media: Wondering how you can develop your own personal brand, why a growth mindset is important or how to deal with multiple job offers? Listen to more top tips from a former recruiter in this week’s episode of the Career Zone podcast.

Law mini-series: Gaining a training contract in London: In conversation with Alex Gradinaru, Associate CMS

In our Law mini-series podcast, Rachel Gaunt Employability and Careers Consultant for the Law School, talks to Law sector professionals about their career experiences.

Alex graduated from the University of Exeter with an LLB in Law in 2018. Originally from Romania he is now working as an Associate in London. Hear about Alex’s experiences of starting his training contract in the pandemic, why he decided to stay in the UK to work, how he secured a training contract, the value of taking advantage of Career Zone opportunities and some insight into how the VISA process works for European Union Citizens.

In addition to this episode you can find more information to help with career planning here; My Career Zone Digital , Employability for Law Students and Building Brilliant Careers