Bring Your Kid To Work

Episode Five introduces us to Lisa and her daughter Molly.

About The Guests:

Lisa Deutrom is a primary school teacher who has been teaching grade two for the past six years. Before becoming a teacher, Lisa worked in various professions, including early childhood education and managing an Irish pub. She is passionate about helping children learn and grow, and she loves seeing the "light bulb" moment when her students understand a concept. Lisa is also interested in the different ways people learn and hopes to use her knowledge to improve education in the future.

Molly is Lisa's twelve-year-old daughter who is heading off to high school next year. She has a love for English and drama and is considering a career as either a lawyer or a marine biologist. Molly is curious about the ocean and wants to explore its depths, despite her fear of sharks. She is also interested in the field of law and sees herself as a future lawyer. Molly enjoys learning and is excited about the possibilities that lie ahead in her future career.

Summary:

In this episode, Nicole interviews Lisa Deutrom, a primary school teacher, and her daughter Molly. Lisa shares her journey to becoming a teacher, including her experiences in other professions and her realisation that she wanted to make a difference in children's lives. Molly discusses her interests in English and drama, as well as her aspirations to become a lawyer or a marine biologist. The conversation explores the different ways people learn and the importance of finding a job that challenges and fulfils you. Lisa also emphasises the need for parents to support their children's individual learning styles and interests. Overall, the episode highlights the joys and challenges of teaching and the excitement of exploring future career possibilities.

Key Takeaways:

1. Teaching requires adapting to the individual learning styles of each student.
2. Molly's love for English and drama may lead to a career as a lawyer or a marine biologist.
3. Lisa's journey to becoming a teacher involved trying different professions and discovering her passion for education.
4. Parents should support their children's unique learning styles and interests.
5. Molly's experiences with her teachers have shown the importance of engaging and relatable teaching methods.

Quotes:

• "Everybody learns and becomes a superstar in their own time and in their own way." - Lisa Deutrom
• "Teaching requires starting with materials and gradually moving to abstract concepts." - Lisa Deutrom
• "Molly is a superstar at being creative and thinking outside of the box." - Lisa Deutrom

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In episode four, we get a chance to chat with Mark, an emergency nurse at the Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, and his daughter Sierra, a year 9 student exploring her career path in the health sector. Get inspired by Mark's fascinating journey from being a business analyst to answering his calling in public service, specifically the health sector. His firsthand experiences during the pandemic shed light on the challenges and rewards of his profession. Learn how Sierra's interest in nutrition and health is being shaped, in part, by her father's work. 

In this compelling conversation, we navigate the intriguing world of career choices and work-life balance. Mark opens up about his regrets for not pursuing his high school passions and shares insights into his life as an emergency nurse. His experiences of compartmentalising work and personal life provide valuable lessons for anyone striving for balance. We also discuss the profound influence of parents on their children's career paths, as illustrated by Sierra's growing interest in the health sector. So join us, as we explore career paths, life choices, and the world of emergency nursing with Mark and Sierra.

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About The Guests:

Paul Hodgson is the CEO of the Scaling Green Hydrogen Cooperative Research Centre and the Chair of the Queensland Manufacturing Institute. With over 30 years of experience, Paul is a specialist generalist who works with experts to make big decisions that can change the world. He is focused on increasing the use of hydrogen for fuel to create a greener world for future generations.

Luke, Paul's son, is in grade five and has a passion for soccer. He aspires to be a professional soccer player and knows lots about football and footballers.

Summary:

In this episode, Paul Hodgson, CEO of the Scaling Green Hydrogen Cooperative Research Centre, and his son Luke join the podcast to discuss Paul's role as a CEO and his work in promoting the use of green hydrogen as a clean energy source. They explore the concept of a CEO and the responsibilities that come with the role. Paul explains the importance of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier and its potential to replace coal, oil, and gas in fuelling the world. Luke shares his aspirations of becoming a soccer player and discusses the dedication and training required to pursue a career in sports. They also touch on the significance of finding a job that brings fulfilment and the value of working with nice people.

Key Takeaways:

1. Paul is the CEO of the Scaling Green Hydrogen Cooperative Research Centre, working to increase the use of hydrogen as a clean energy source.
2. Luke aspires to be a professional soccer player and understands the importance of hard work and training.
3. The CEO is the main manager of a company.
4. Hydrogen is a clean energy carrier that can be used to replace coal, oil, and gas, reducing carbon emissions.
5. A good job should bring fulfilment, involve working with nice people, and align with personal priorities.

Quotes:

• "I think you should be able to bring fun to any job. If it's not fun, you're not doing it right." - Paul Hodgson
• "You need to work with nice people, be doing something that makes you feel purposeful, and fits in with all the other things going on in your life." - Paul Hodgson

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In episode two of Bring Your Kid To Work, we meet Jane and her daughter Alex - we find a wonderful link with the fab women of this family and learn a little about how work was harder to get as a woman in the 1970s. These two are so fun, with Alex's clear plan for her career path really wonderful to hear.

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About Our Guests:

Jane Arden is a Talent Acquisition Manager for Multicap, a company that provides support to people with disabilities. She is passionate about finding the right people for the right jobs. Jane has a background in recruitment and human resources and enjoys the process of matching candidates with positions that align with their skills and values. Her daughter, Alex, shares her passion for making a difference and plans to work with animals in the future.

Summary:

Jane discusses her role in finding the right people for job vacancies and empowering people with disabilities. Her daughter, Alex, shares about her passion for animals and her plans to work on a farm and help animals in need. They discuss the importance of finding a job that aligns with your interests and values. Jane offers advice for job seekers and emphasises the importance of researching organisations before interviews.

Key Takeaways:

• Jane's role as a Talent Acquisition Manager involves finding the right people for job vacancies at Multicap.
• Alex is passionate about animals and plans to work on a farm, helping animals in need.
• It's important to find a job that aligns with your interests and values.
• Researching organisations before job interviews is crucial to show your interest and knowledge.
• Jane emphasises the joy of working with people (or animals!) that you love.

Quotes:

• "I get the opportunity to fill all of the vacancies at my company… and place them in positions they enjoy." - Jane Arden
• "I'd rather work on a farm… helping animals." - Alex
• "Don't stress if you don't know what you want to do… you're going to have multiple careers anyway." - Jane Arden

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In our very first episode, you'll meet Dr Rachel Bushing - clinical psychologist, business owner, mum of three, co-host of the Pop The Kettle On podcast and all-round good human - as well as her son, Kit, who tells Nicole about a job he's keen on doing when he grows up that she didn't even know existed!

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About The Guests:

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Dr. Rachel Bushing is a clinical psychologist and the CEO and founder of Pop Psychology, a psychology practice in Brisbane, Australia and it's new offshoot - Three Little Birds Perinatal Psychology. She is also the co-host of the podcast "Pop The Kettle On," where she discusses psychology through a pop culture lens. She is joined by her son, Kit, who aspires to be a soil scientist - slash - soccer player.

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**Summary:**

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Dr. Rachel Bushing, a clinical psychologist, and her son Kit discuss their respective careers and aspirations. Kit expresses his interest in becoming a soil scientist, while Rachel explains her role as a clinical psychologist and the importance of helping people with their feelings. They also touch on the idea of finding a job that brings happiness and the flexibility to explore different career paths throughout life.

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**Key Takeaways:**

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1. Kit aspires to be a soil scientist and is fascinated by different types of dirt and ores.

2. Rachel explains that as a clinical psychologist, she helps people with their feelings and provides support to individuals and families.

3. Rachel emphasises the importance of finding a job that brings happiness and fulfilment, rather than solely focusing on financial gain.

4. Both Rachel and Kit discuss the idea of exploring different career paths throughout life and the flexibility to pursue multiple interests.

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**Quotes:**

- "I think a good job makes good payment and good people." - Kit

- "The best job is up to you, and you have so many different talents." - Rachel

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Welcome to Bring Your Kid To Work - the brand new family podcast from Lioness Media.

I’m your host, Nicole Lessio – I’m a mum of four and the proud daughter of a hairdresser and a butcher.

When I was a kid, I had no idea there were so many different jobs you could do.

Each week, I’ll interview a parent and their kid about the job the parent does. We’ll find out if they like it, or not, how they got there, what they actually do all day and we’ll find out what their kid thinks about it all.

It’s hard to work out what we want to be when we grow up, so Bring Your Kid To Work is here to help.

Our first episode drops on August 28th. Subscribe wherever you’re listening now, follow us on Instagram @bringyourkidtowork and on Facebook at Bring Your Kid To Work – The Podcast and visit bringyourkidtowork.com to suggest a guest or to join the mailing list. I can’t wait to share these great stories with you.

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