Bring Your Kid To Work

This is a special episode where I interview my mum, Janice Gordon, and her granddaughter (my kid!) Kate.

About The Guests:

Janice Gordon is a retired hairdresser who spent most of her life making people feel beautiful. She owned her own salon and also worked as a mobile hairdresser, traveling to clients' homes. Janice's most recent job was as a hairdresser in a retirement village, where she enjoyed connecting with the residents and hearing their stories. She is also the mother of Nicole, the host of the podcast.

Kate is Janice's granddaughter and Nicole's daughter. She is 13 years old and currently in grade eight. Kate is passionate about dance and hopes to become a professional dancer in the future. Her favourite dance styles include jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and ballet.

Summary:

In this episode, Nicole interviews her mother, Janice, and her daughter, Kate, about Janice's career as a hairdresser and Kate's aspirations to become a professional dancer. Janice shares her experiences as a hairdresser, from owning her own salon to working in a retirement village. She emphasises the importance of making people feel beautiful and the joy she found in connecting with her clients. Kate discusses her love for dance and her plans to pursue a career in the field. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of different professions and the importance of following one's passion.

Key Takeaways:

1. Janice enjoyed being a hairdresser because she loved making people feel beautiful and valued.
2. Kate is passionate about dance and hopes to become a professional dancer, possibly working on a cruise ship.
3. Janice's favourite job was working as a hairdresser in a retirement village, where she enjoyed connecting with the residents and hearing their stories.
4. Both Janice and Kate emphasise the importance of following one's passion and finding joy in one's work.

Quotes:

• "It's not just about the hair. It's about everything else that goes with it." - Janice
• "I think a good job is something that you're passionate about, that you actually enjoy, and it's not just for the pay." - Kate
• "You've got to have that lovely rapport with people, and I think that makes a difference." - Janice
• "I think you've just got to put your whole heart and soul into it and do a good job. No half jobs." - Janice

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Our guests this week are the owner and director of Hello Creative Agency, Carlie Clark and her two wonderful kids - Lennox and Harlow.

About The Guests: Carlie Clark has 15 years of experience in the creative industry, working with brands like Hyundai, Meta, Telstra, and Food Bank. She is passionate about turning ideas into marketing magic and believes that being creative is not just a job, but a way of life. Carlie's children, Lennox and Harlow, have their own aspirations for the future and are excited to share their thoughts in this episode.

Summary: Carlie Clark, owner and director of the Hello Creative Agency, shares her journey in the creative industry and how she turned her passion for design into a successful career. She discusses the various aspects of her job, from branding to marketing to content creation. Carlie emphasises the importance of finding a balance between work and family life, and how running her own agency allows her to be flexible and close to her children. Lennox and Harlow, Carlie's children, also share their career aspirations, with Lennox wanting to become a pilot and Harlow considering a career as a teacher, hairdresser, or chef. The episode highlights the importance of pursuing one's passions and exploring different career options.

Key Takeaways:

• Carlie Clark's job as a creative agency director involves designing, branding, marketing, and content creation.
• Lennox aspires to become a pilot and is passionate about planes, while Harlow is considering careers as a teacher, hairdresser, or chef.
• Carlie's job allows her to work from home and be close to her children, providing a good work-life balance.
• Carlie's advice for those leaving school is to explore different career options and know that there are many paths to success.

Quotes:

• "Being creative is like soul food. It's not just a job, it's a way of life." - Carlie Clark
• "I want to be a pilot so I can take Mum on holidays." - Lennox
• "I'm going to have three jobs: hairdresser, chef, and teacher." - Harlow

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Our guests this week are Peter and his son, Ezra. Peter has what we'd call a 'portfolio' career - he does more than one job and switches between them. He loves both his jobs and they fulfil different purposes for him. Ezra is 10 and wants to be an engineer when he grows up!

About The Guests:

• Peter Branjerdporn is a pharmacist and social justice advocate.
• Ezra is Peter's 10-year-old son who aspires to be an engineer.

Summary: Peter Branjerdporn is a pharmacist and social justice advocate. He has a portfolio career, which means he does a little bit of everything instead of having one full-time job. Peter's passion for both of his jobs is evident, and he enjoys the variety and the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. Ezra, Peter's son, aspires to be an engineer but is not sure which type yet. He enjoys math and PE at school and is not a fan of science experiments. Peter's journey to his current career involved various jobs and a desire to help others. He finds fulfilment in serving people as a pharmacist and bringing people of faith together to address social justice issues. Ezra is supportive of his dad's work and has even attended protests and events with him. Peter encourages young people to get involved in different projects to learn new skills and make a positive impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Peter has a portfolio career, working as a pharmacist and a social justice advocate.
• Ezra aspires to be an engineer but is still exploring different types of engineering.
• Peter enjoys serving people as a pharmacist and bringing people of faith together for social justice causes.
• Ezra enjoys sports, video games, and reading outside of school.
• Peter's first job was in a Thai restaurant, and he later became a pharmacist.
• Peter's social justice advocacy involves environmental campaigns and supporting marginalised groups.
• Ezra has accompanied his dad to protests and events related to social justice.
• Peter believes in the importance of balance and finding fulfilment in work and family life.
• Ezra is excited about leaving school, going to university, and having his own house.

Quotes:

• "Try something that you think you'll like, but then if you don't like it, maybe try something else." - Ezra
• "The best version of a pharmacist that I can be is someone who's actually being able to listen and get to the heart of what someone needs at that time." - Peter
• "I like it when we can be a voice, say, for refugees or climate justice. That is unexpected because normally people expect people from the church to only speak about moral kind of stuff and not be involved in justice." - Peter

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Our guests this week are Nathan and his daughter Peytn. They talk all things news, government, jobs and the wonders of KFC!

About The Guests:

• Nathan Rule is the Manager of Intergovernmental Relations for the Local Government Association of Queensland. He has worked in politics since 2009 and is a qualified teacher. Nathan is passionate about helping local governments in Queensland by bridging the gap between them and the state and federal governments.
• Peytn is Nathan's daughter and is nine years old. She loves Italian food and sloths. Peytn aspires to be a doctor and work at a dog shelter when she grows up.

Summary: Nathan Rule, the Manager of Intergovernmental Relations for the Local Government Association of Queensland, and his daughter Peytn join the podcast to discuss Nathan's job and Peyton's aspirations. Nathan explains that his role involves helping local governments in Queensland by connecting them with the state and federal governments to solve shared problems and improve communities. Peytn wants to be a doctor and work at a dog shelter. They discuss the importance of finding a job that you enjoy and the need to be open to different opportunities. Nathan shares his journey from teaching to politics and emphasises the value of being ready and open to explore different pathways in one's career.

Key Takeaways:

• Nathan's role as an intergovernmental relations manager involves helping local governments in Queensland by connecting them with the state and federal governments to solve shared problems and improve communities.
• Peytn aspires to be a doctor and work at a dog shelter, combining her love for animals and helping people.
• It is important to be open to different opportunities and pathways in one's career, as the journey may not be linear.
• Enjoying your work and finding a job that challenges you and allows personal growth is essential for a fulfilling career.

Quotes:

• "I want to work at a dog shelter and be a doctor." - Peytn
• "I think you should try and enjoy your work. You do it for a long period of your life." - Nathan
• "Don't be afraid to explore the opportunities. Be ready to go for it." - Nathan

For a full transcript of this episode, visit www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes

For a blog article about this episode, visit www.bringyourkidtowork.com/blog

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Our guests this week are Kristie Thomas and her daughter Madi. We have a great chat about finding your passion, the serendipity of someone recognising a talent in you that you didn't realise you had and what worries you might have as you get closer to the end of school. A fantastic conversation with lots in it for everyone!

About The Guests:

Kristie Thomas is a talent development facilitator at EY, a Big Four accounting firm.

She has decades of experience developing and delivering programs for leaders.

Kristie's job is to help develop and grow workers at EY to be better at their jobs and better versions of themselves.

She loves her job and enjoys seeing her students grow as people and build their careers.

Kristie's dream as a child was to work in a fancy corporate office in the city.

Summary:

Kristie Thomas, a talent development facilitator at EY, and her daughter Madi join the podcast to discuss Kristie's job and Madi's aspirations for the future. Kristie explains that her role involves recruiting and developing talent for the business world, helping employees improve their leadership and business skills. Madi shares her love for netball and her uncertainty about her future career path. Kristie reflects on her own childhood dream of working in a corporate office and the importance of following one's passions in a career. The conversation also touches on the challenges of teaching and learning in a virtual environment.

Key Takeaways:

Kristie's job involves recruiting and developing talent for the business world.

Madi enjoys netball and is unsure about her future career path.

Following one's passions is important in choosing a career.

Teaching and learning in a virtual environment can be challenging.

Quotes:

"I love helping people, my job is about developing leadership and how to be a great human in teams." - Kristie Thomas

"I think at high school I enjoy seeing different people from who I used to hang out with at primary school." - Madi

"Follow your heart, follow what you enjoy. Be passionate about work, and you can't go wrong." - Kristie Thomas

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Our fab guests this week are Carolyn and her grown up kid, Hannah. These two are a dynamic duo who love to help others by really hearing their stories.

About The Guests:

Carolyn Twiggs is a counsellor and facilitator of the Circle of Security parenting and Circle of Security classroom programs. She has been counselling for over 20 years and is passionate about helping young people set themselves and their children up for success. Carolyn is currently working at the STEMM program at Burnside High School, which supports pregnant and mothering teenagers in getting back into education and providing them with mental health counselling and parenting support.

Hannah is a communication specialist who works for one of Australia's largest providers of health and aged care, St. Vincent's Health Australia. She is responsible for communications and marketing initiatives and enjoys crafting stories and engaging with different stakeholders. Hannah has a background in journalism and public relations and is passionate about creating meaningful content.

Summary:

In this episode, Carolyn and Hannah discuss their respective careers and the challenges and rewards they experience in their work. Carolyn shares her journey into counselling and her passion for helping young mothers navigate the challenges of parenting. Hannah talks about her love for writing and how she found her way into the field of communications. They also discuss the importance of work-life balance and the role of self-care in managing the emotional demands of their jobs.

For a full transcript of this episode, visit www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes

For a blog post about this episode, visit www.bringyourkidtowork.com/blog

To find out more about the STEMM program at Burnside High, visit https://www.stemm.com.au/ or their Facebook page.

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This week we welcome our first grandkid to the pod! Jaxon and his Nonna, Tracy Whitelaw, join us this week talking all things tech, jobs, uni and pushing yourself to see what you're capable of! These two clearly share a special bond that only grandparents and their grandkids can share. It's a wonderful chat. Let me know what you think by visiting our website.

About The Guests:

Tracy Whitelaw is the co-founder and CEO of Haven XR, a virtual reality company that offers immersive and interactive experiences. She is also the Chief Digital Officer at the Local Government Association of Queensland, where she manages teams that deliver digital solutions and services to communities. Tracy has been recognised for her work and was named the Women in Digital 2021 Executive of the Year. Her grandson, Jaxon, is her chief tester at Haven XR and admires his Nonna's cool job.

Summary:

We interview Chief Digital Officer Tracy Whitelaw along with her grandson, Jaxon.

Tracy shares her journey from starting in artificial intelligence and content creation to becoming the Chief Digital Officer at LGAQ and founding Haven XR. She emphasises the importance of purpose in her work and how her experiences managing social media during the Brisbane Floods highlighted the significance of access and inclusion in the digital space. Tracy also discusses the immersive cinematic adventure offered by Haven XR, where participants can step into a movie and interact with the physical and virtual realms. Jaxon expresses his excitement about being a play tester for Haven XR and shares his love for VR and creative activities.

Key Takeaways:

1. Tracy's purpose in her work is driven by the importance of access and inclusion in the digital space.
2. Haven XR offers an immersive cinematic adventure where participants can interact with the physical and virtual realms.
3. Jaxon is excited to be a play tester for Haven XR and enjoys VR and creative activities.

Quotes:

• "I realized then just how important access and inclusion is in the digital space." - Tracy
• "Haven XR is like VR, but with real things." - Jaxon
• "People make a big difference in a good job." - Jaxon
• "I think anything that's to do with people is always the most challenging." - Tracy

A full transcript of this episode is available at: https://www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes

A blog post about this episode can be found here: https://www.bringyourkidtowork.com/blog

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This week's episode features Dr Sam Lloyd and her two amazing kids Toby and Georgia. A cracking listen and you'll even learn a thing or two!

About The Guests:

Dr. Samantha Lloyd is a principal scientist for the Queensland Fire and Biodiversity Consortium. She is also a dance teacher and author. Her children, Toby and Georgia, join her on the podcast.

Summary:

Dr. Samantha Lloyd, a principal scientist for the Queensland Fire and Biodiversity Consortium, discusses her work in managing fire and biodiversity. She explains the role of fire in the Australian landscape and the importance of planned burns. Dr. Lloyd also talks about her other roles as a dance teacher and author. Toby and Georgia, her children, share their interests and aspirations for the future.

Key Takeaways:

• Dr. Samantha Lloyd works to manage fire and biodiversity in the Australian landscape.
• Fire plays a crucial role in certain ecosystems and helps maintain biodiversity.
• Planned burns are used to reduce the intensity of wildfires and protect communities.
• Toby aspires to be an engineer or an online detective, while Georgia wants to be a dancer, chocolatier, or paramedic.
• Both Toby and Georgia enjoy problem-solving and have a variety of interests and hobbies.

Quotes:

• "Fire has a role in the Australian landscape for millions of years through lightning strikes and tens of thousands of years through traditional burning." - Dr. Samantha Lloyd
• "I want to be a dancer, a chocolatier, or a paramedic." - Georgia
• "I honestly want to be either an engineer or some sort of online detective." - Toby

For a transcript of this episode, visit: https://www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes/thefirescientist

To purchase a copy of Dr Sam's fantastic first book, Alight, visit here: https://www.publish.csiro.au/book/8045

To make your own emergency plan, visit here: https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/plan

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About The Guests:

• Matt Burnett is the Mayor of the Gladstone Regional Council in Central Queensland. He has been on Council for 24 years and is passionate about making the Gladstone region a better place to live, work, and play.
• Jessi Burnett is Matt's daughter and the owner of Jessi Jayne, an online hair, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle business. She also works for the council in community events.

Summary:

Matt Burnett, the Mayor of the Gladstone Regional Council, and his daughter Jessi join the podcast to discuss their respective careers and what they love about their jobs. Matt talks about his role as Mayor and the responsibilities that come with it, including attracting new businesses and supporting existing ones. He also shares one of his favourite parts of the job, which is conducting citizenship ceremonies. Jessi discusses her online hair, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle business and her work in community events for the council. Both Matt and Jessi emphasise the importance of loving what you do and working with a great team.

Key Takeaways:

• Matt has been on council for 24 years and loves working with the whole council team.
• Jessi owns an online hair, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle business called Jessi Jayne.
• Matt's favourite part of his job is conducting citizenship ceremonies.
• Jessi enjoys working in community events and loves being part of a team.

Quotes:

• "There is nothing better than making someone an Aussie that wants to make Australia home and the Gladstone region home." - Matt Burnett
• "A good job is one that is inspiring and gives you fulfilment." - Jessi Burnett

For a full transcript of this episode, visit https://www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes

And for a blog post about this episode, visit https://www.bringyourkidtowork.com/blog

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Our special guests today are Dr Lucy Cameron and her daughter, Erin.

Ever wondered what it's like to explore the future for a living? How about introducing your child to the intriguing world of work and innovation? Those are exactly the topics we tackle in our fascinating conversation with Dr Lucy Cameron, Team Leader Innovation and Economics at Data 61, and her daughter, Erin.

Lucy's work involves trend analysis and creating an environment for ideas to thrive, and she shares with us the daily routine that enables her to do so. She also takes us through the rich history of the CSIRO and her journey from aspiring naturalist to innovation expert, while her daughter Erin gives us insight into her future dreams, her love for music, and the importance of balancing passion with productivity.

As we explore personal interests, it becomes clear that this is a family fuelled by diverse passions. But it's not all work and no play; both Lucy and Erin understand the importance of having hobbies to unwind and relax. We also delve into what makes a good job, with a notable emphasis on community in the workplace.

We round off our enlightening conversation by exploring dreams and career paths, where the relentless quest for knowledge and the importance of finding meaning in our passions take centre stage. So buckle up, and get ready to traverse the fascinating intersection of work, passion, and innovation in this episode.

You can find Lucy's book on innovation, "Building an innovation hotspot" here: https://www.publish.csiro.au/book/8038/

A full transcript for this episode can be found at www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes/theinnovationresearcher

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