
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.

Jodie Matthews
Finance & Administration Manager
Jodie is not only a finance manager but also a coach, writer, keen traveller, and financial freedom advocate. Through her blog, she empowers women to become more financially literate.

Liz Razzano
National HR Manager at Star Pharmacy Group
In her 25+ year career, Liz has seen and done just about all of it. She says to be in HR you have to be courageous and resilient! See more on her experience and industry tips....

David Berger
Floristry Teacher at TAFE NSW
For over 35 years David has loved all things floral and has even been given the title of 'international expert' upon judging some of the world's best florists.

Pandelis Tiliakos
Barrister
Juggling a 14-hour work day is not uncommon for Pandelis, but despite the hundreds of urgent emails and dashes to the District Court, he still finds the time for a game of Pokemon Go!

Diana Jalo
Junior Hair Stylist
Being half African made hairdressing both a personal and cultural interest of Diana's. See how she's built her skills while working at one of Sydney's most popular salons.

Shane Oliver
Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist at AMP Capital
For over 30 years Shane's worked with AMP, studying economic trends around the globe and Australia to ascertain where the best places are to invest.

Paul Rifkin
Executive Chef
As executive chef at the Campbelltown Catholic Club, Chef Paul is responsible for serving 13,000 meals a week across eight restaurants, a convention centre, gym, golf club and hotel.

Melanie Burnicle
Makeup Artist & CEO of The Makeup Artist Guild Asia Pacific
CEO, creative director, brand ambassador, educator, presenter, makeup artist & beauty expert - Melanie wears many hats, all celebrating her love of beauty!

