Episode 34 - the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. A chance to look back and reflect on all we have thought about on the journey so far. Thank you to all who have listened - I appreciate your support!
A chance to reflect on the journey we've been on and all the thinking we've done. As one chapter comes to an end, another one begins. Thanks for listening!
Face-to-face communication is KEY. Whether on stage with the crowd or to an audience of one. Here's some thoughts and tips about practical steps to being a better communicator in your professional life and your personal life... Enjoy.
Face-to-face communication is KEY. Whether on stage with the crowd or to an audience of one. Here's some thoughts and tips about practical steps to being a better communicator in your professional life and your personal life... Enjoy.
We all need to communicate in our work life and our personal life. Don't just assume that certain jobs require presentation skills. Reflect on your general communication skills, as well as your ability to present in a meeting, online, over slides... General hints... Start with a bang. Know what you want to say. Where can you use 'story'. What is your palette - audio, visual and personal. Where can you edit & when is it live? How to engage your audience? Powerpoint hints & tip...
We all need to communicate in our work life and our personal life. Don't just assume that certain jobs require presentation skills. Reflect on your general communication skills, as well as your ability to present in a meeting, online, over slides... General hints... Start with a bang. Know what you want to say. Where can you use 'story'. What is your palette - audio, visual and personal. Where can you edit & when is it live? How to engage your audience? Powerpoint hints & tip...
Are you happy with the day job? Do you have thoughts and passions for your sector (or something else) - might you be able to make your own business or side gig and see where things go. Put your best dragon's den attitude on and think about what could be...
2 minutes to think about how you could change your world...
Will robots take your job??? Might AI make your job more enjoyable. Grab a cuppa and a biscuit, as we think about the impact technology will have on our working lives.
How will technology make our work better and more satisfying? Don't worry about the terminators coming for your job - they're not a patch on you!
2 minutes to consider ... how does politics, power and policy impact your work sector? What can you do about it?
Politics gets everywhere - what impact does it have on your work sector, your specific job and ... YOU? What can you do to speak to power and change the direction of travel?
Two minutes thinking about the biggest of the big picture - society. Does industry define society? Does society sculpt industry? Grab a cuppa and have a think...
Does society shape industry? Does industry shape society? What about 15-minute cities??? Grab a cuppa and take a listen...
When the oil, gas and coal is gone - what new jobs will exist? What will a traditional job like a lawyer or a builder look like ... Grab a cuppa and have a listen.
Green jobs - Are they a thing for the future? Maybe a job for science-fiction? How do you greenify a lawyer? Boil just enough water for a cup of tea and take a listen!
How does media (in all senses) have an impact on careers choices and job sectors. Pop the kettle on and find out more.
3 minutes to think about how the media can have an impact on our careers planning and choices. Do you know who the president of South Africa is? Do you know who won the last series of Love Island?
Is it enough to sack the sexists and reprimand the racists? To truly challenge prejudice, we need to be more positive, championing all, encouraging and celebrating acceptance. Be proactive and positive, rather than being reactive or ignoring matters.
How can you proactively and positively change your work environment to be more welcome, affirming and open? What might you need to do in the more negative moments?
A look at your rights in the workplace (or for your workers!) as well as a think about whistleblowing and your responsibilities as a worker.
Two minutes to think about your rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
Short thoughts on different stages of life and how they impact our careers choices.
Different ages, different career stages, different life stages - take a step back and self-reflect. Why are you where you are? Where do you want to go? Where have you come from?
Two minutes to think about how family and your community can influence the careers decisions you are making for yourself and others. Even - thinking about where your professional talents can benefit your community and home life.
How does your family circumstance influence and impact on your career choices? How are you influencing (or controlling!) younger family members and friends? What role does your community play in your career choice and HOW can you you enrich your community with your work skills & experience?
A quick question to mull over - we are taking a short break over summer and will be back with a full episode on 6 September.
A quick question to mull over - we are taking a short break over summer and will be back with a full episode on 6 September
A quick question to mull over - we are taking a short break over summer and will be back with a full episode on 6 September.
A quick question to mull over - we are taking a short break over summer and will be back with a full episode on 6 September.
