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Is This A Silly Question?
Hosted by Melanie Nguyen · EN
In the 'Is this a silly question?' podcast, we answer your career-related questions that may be too 'silly' or 'awkward' so you can get an experts' perspective on the topic.
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26: Make Solving Problems Your Superpower
Sep 20, 202400:27:39Tap to summarizeFrom Hospitality to Head of Marketing at BT (part of Westpac Group)! Rachael Dickinson, Head of Marketing at BT, tells you how problem-solving is a universal employability skill A.K.A your career superpower. Rachael shares her journey to finding her career superpower through 20 years of experience in the Marketing, Brand and PR roles within the Finance and Wealth Management industry. Find out about the 3 'paramount' skills to succeed in any corporate role. Most likely you have these skills and are developing them while studying, working or volunteering. Listen to find out how they can become your employability superpower.
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25: Paying It Forward
Jan 9, 202400:36:13Tap to summarizePaying it forward means more than money! While in the wealth management industry, this could mean paying it forward in mentorship. The who, what, when, and whys of having a mentor are answered in this episode by Jessica Looi, Senior Private Client Advisor at UniSuper. Join us as we delve into Jessica's passion for empowering women in the industry.
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24: Classroom to Corporate
Dec 26, 202300:37:06Tap to summarizeStressed about your first corporate job? This week, we're joined by Angus Hannan, Associate Advisor at Stanford Brown, to discuss his journey from university to the office. As a Striver alumnus, hear how his semester abroad, sports, and post-grad studies helped to transfer his skills across to his current role. Listen in to hear his advice on stepping outside your comfort zone! Check out Stanford Brown's podcast here: https://stanfordbrown.com.au/sb-talks-podcast/
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23: Winning in Wealth
Dec 12, 202300:36:46Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Season 3 premiere! If you're curious about a successful career in financial advice, Sandhya Maini, Head of Zurich Assure, speaks about her experiences in the wealth management industry. "A career that changes lives". Listen now for unique insights from a c-suite woman in advice.
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22: Navigating Changes
Jun 2, 202300:25:18Tap to summarizeFrom Melbourne to Sydney; from corporate to start-up. Our Striver Community Manager, Melanie Nguyen, shares her story of life-changing decisions and words of wisdom for young career starters.
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21: Lead By Passion
May 4, 202300:31:50Tap to summarizePassion. Fulfillment. Success. How closely are these things intertwined? Sue Viskovic answers this question by sharing her own experiences of how following her passions has lead her to amazing career opportunities on this week's episode.
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20: The Passion for Advice
Apr 18, 202300:22:35Tap to summarizeA long term role in advice - what's that look like and how has Insignia Financial's Samatha Sun transformed her own career and the lives of young career starters entering the employment market as the industry landscape evolves?
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19: Point A to Point D
Feb 27, 202300:32:53Tap to summarizeMost of the time, your professional career will not be a straightforward trajectory. We sit with Anthony Takyi through anecdotes of his career so far, and how he went from studying management strategy to his role as the Head of Careers Engagement at Chartered Accountants.
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18: Fact or Fiction?
Feb 6, 202300:23:34Tap to summarizeHow much do you really know about financial advisory? This week we squash some common misconceptions about the industry with Cara Williams, financial adviser at Sufficient Funds.
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17: What are recruiters REALLY looking for?
Jan 2, 202300:25:10Tap to summarizeA good resume? Extracurricular activities? A high distinction WAM? What are recruiters ACTUALLY looking for in 2023 and how do you go about fitting upskilling into your work-life routine?
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