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
GM & Co-Founder of Bookwell
After launching and selling the popular app, EatNow, Matt started his site, Bookwell, Australia's largest directory for booking health, beauty and wellness appointments online. Read his exciting and inspiring career story here
see full story >Body Positive Health & Fitness
With clients aged 9 to 84, there's no such thing as a typical training session with Shelley. Get motivated by her story to make a difference in your community and read about her highs and lows in the fitness industry and as a small business owner.
see full story >Trainer at Cire Community School
Read about Renee's career change and inspirational work helping her community as part of First Impressions Clothing Exchange - an initiative by women, for women to help put together a look that'll get them the job!
see full story >Bek makes her place in the world, she has never waited for a space to open for her. Read how she overcame adversity to become the director in three companies and a global professional mentor.
see full story >Founder & CEO of LUXit
Lawyer turned entrepreneur, Fabiola is the visionary of LUXit - an award-winning beauty service app, bringing an elite salon experience to you. With 20+ years experience in high fashion, beauty and luxury lines - she is well acquainted with all things lux & business.
see full story >General Manager, Marketing and Strategy
Leading the marketing team at Belgrave Leisure is enough to keep anyone busy, but James likes to go the extra mile, read about his inspiring career story that spans over 18 years.
see full story >Service Designer /UX Designer and Experience Illustrator
Miner turned UX Designer and Experience Illustrator, Gretta claims to have a "double doctorate in life experience." Having gone through many of life's highs and lows, her journey is one of a kind and truly inspirational.
see full story >Manager & Senior Financial Adviser
Ben has been awarded Money Management’s 2018 Financial Planner of the Year Award, Financial Standards Power50 Most Influential Advisers in Australia and was a recent finalist in IFAs Industry Thought Leader of the Year. Want to know how he got there?
see full story >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
see full story >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.
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