
Career Insider Stories

So, you want to know what it’s really like to start your own interior design business, run the kitchen in a major hotel, oversee the logistics for a multi-million dollar company, write and publish a series of books, argue a case in a court of law, or more?
We chatted with hundreds of professionals to gain first-hand insight into a range of industries and roles.
Discover career paths you never knew existed.
Be inspired to study something new.
Gain valuable tips and advice.
Understand what the job really entails.

Lucy Barnes
Career Coach
PR graduate turned sales rep, turned PR professional, turned producer, turned HR member turned career coach. Yep, Lucy's had quite the career journey. Read about her highs and lows here

Daniella Boutros
Principal Cake Designer, ButterCreme Lane
You may recognise ButterCreme Lane founder, Daniella from Studio10 and The Today Show, she's also crafted 100s of cakes for celebs. Read about her ups and downs as a business owner and overcoming adversities.

Viktoria Novak
Designer & Creative Director
From the catwalks of New York Fashion week to dressing glamourous celebs, Viktoria is praised and loved by the bridal and fashion industry. Read her career story and how she's stayed at the forefoot of fashion.

Chris Bates
Financial Advisor & Founder of Wealthful
Being booted from his first job in a big bank for speaking up didn't make for an easy start in the finance world for Chris, but as he found his voice he continued to pursue his passion for helping others. Read his career highs and lows here

Nicholas Steepe
Equity & Diversity Project Manager
Nic is responsible for developing and managing equity and diversity projects for regional University, CSU. Read his inspiring story and how he overcame his own mental health and identity issues to go on help and inspire many others.

Tanya Denny
Founder of Chrysalis Therapeutic Support Services
From NIDA director to social worker - read about Tanya's inspiring career journey and her 25 years of experience delivering therapeutic services for children, young people and their families.

John Chivers
Graphic Designer
From China to his hometown in the Blue Mountains, John has spread his flair for graphic design all over the world! Read about his career journey and top tips to anyone wanting to become a graphic designer.

Emma Sidhu
Microsoft Operations Manager
People management, auditing and compliance, recruitment, stock management, customer service - it's all in a day's work for Emma, the retail operations manager for tech giant, Microsoft Australia.

Sabrina Gabriela
Registered Midwife
“Being a midwife is more than just delivering babies.” Read Sabrina’s career story in midwifery, and about her extraordinary experiences and passion for helping new mothers.
