Looking around the various groups for podcast guests who could help the audience with something that's not taught on broadcast courses - learning about you, about purpose and what you want to achieve deep down - that's when I found Leanne.

We talked about the fundamentals that Leanne talks so passionately about, I chose some topics like self-actualisation, about keeping your strength in adversity and taking control of your career. I must have asked the right questions as she answered them with such ease and enthusiasm - even I'm invigorated now!

You can find out more by going to beyoufullmind.com or her podcasts on any platform via anchor.fm/lawofluv

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Having known Phil for many years and with is larger than life character he seemed a natural fit to include on the schedule, I wanted somebody to talk about recruitment and with his outgoing character glad he agreed.

We talk about his early days as a 'journo' as he calls it, but he also talks about what he would do differently and advice for candidates to perfect that CV and how he helps coach for interviews. In the out takes his doorbell was going off, fluffed his lines and called me out on my CGI podcast studio pfft!

You can find out more about him and current jobs by going to caspianone-broadcast.com

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I began my career at Caspian One in 2009, working intensely across the full broadcast chain, delivering on both contract and permanent assignments.

Initially, my focus was targeted to distribution technologies, which as result, built solid grounding for the work I do today with Telco’s in Europe - operating in-and-around video content delivery. I have also worked closely alongside equipment manufacturers, product and technical sales candidates; and it’s this breadth of experience which has developed my unusual, rounded understanding of the industry’s people, products, workflows and technologies.

I’m a tenacious individual who is proud of my work and loyal to the people I support. My strengths also include the capability to identify, access and engage with candidates that have skills which are often in high, competitive demand.

Making connections from nowhere, so just browsing the podcast groups I saw Grace's profile and was up for being a guest - we had a quick call around new years and was intriguing to hear about her background in academic, producing and now in software.

As Grace was a seasoned podcaster the interview flowed really well, we made the 8 hour time difference work out and talked through her journey whilst giving great insight into what may help new comers.

You can find out more about Grace and the company Shift by going to shift.io/creativefund

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This episode I wanted to find a recent broadcast media graduate, I made some contacts in London and the University I went to in Leeds and eventually I was put in contact with Andy - he said that it came at the right time as he had been back to Uni to tell other upcoming graduates of his experience getting work giving them confidence.

As the show goes on Andy tells us that not only did he find that academic parts was needed for getting a job, it was other soft skills such as making connections and being personable. He tells us the step change in university work to real client projects, also how he managed to complete the course and get a job.

You can find out more about Andy by going to andybesbrode.com or Instagram.com/made_in_andy

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This connection came from out of nowhere really, I was talking with a friend of a friend about a potential podcast show needing guests and coincidentally he was a graduate from a broadcast journalism course and he put me in contact with Michael. After some phone calls he agreed to record one and was enthusiastic about paying it forwards to help the new wave of new comers.

It was my first time talking about journalism specifically and got a real sense of what it's like from Michael's work in the field, whilst all the time weaving advice in for new comers. Also a good talking point on social media where broadcast filters into these new platforms which become new new norm.

You can find out more by going to kosmides.com

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Journalist for various B2B clients (including Accounting & Business, Estates Gazette, Money Laundering Bulletin, Utility Week and many others)

Associate Editor for a quarterly trilingual magazine on Greek-Chinese relations and for the strategic business consultants Introducing Leaders.

Athens Correspondent for Press TV and London Correspondent for Greek broadcasters. Expert commentator on Greece with the BBC and ITV.

Executive Producer, Co-Producer and Director for various TV shows including international co-productions. Negotiated production agreements and sales; designed and oversaw budget, wrote script, recruited cast and crew, acted as line producer.

Looking through the podcasting groups I found people in broadcast media few and far between, then by luck I saw Jaimie offering to guest and the part of the industry she works in is very much near the talent - and some razzmatazz of Hollywood, so I was very happy to have her on the show.

For the online studio interview she had a black background with a boom style mic and had an audition feel to it! She gave me the inside track on dealing with actors and actresses and how they make it in the film and TV shoots and working with production crews, very insightful.

You can find out more about Jaimie and her work by going to Jaimiecasting.com or her Instagram.com/feathergirl77

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For more info on our guest Jaimie:

I'm a top notch Casting Director! I can find talent for your commercial, music video, short film, webisode, student film, feature, or anything else you need talent for. I can work within most budgets. Check out much of my production work at www.jaynefilms.com - I'm always available for hire in the industry. I mainly work as UPM, Production Coordinator, and Casting Director - but on a good day I'll PA for you if you need one!

I was looking for different places to find ideal guests and I wanted someone who worked in a technical capacity this time so I thought let's try LinkedIn groups and Jose was keen so over the festive period we recorded the show - we had to reschedule on the same day due to time differences but we got there in the end.

It was a great to understand how Jose got where he is now and a lot of the work he does I can relate to so found it fascinating how he started in sound and with drive and passion managed to make it to the heights of broadcast in another country.

You can find out more about Jose by going to Linkedin.com/in/ojose

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More info about our guest Jose:

Experienced TV Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the broadcast media industry. Skilled in Adobe Products, Multi Platform OS System Administration, Web Design and Development, and Engineering. Strong business development professional with a BS focused in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, and a BS focused in Telecommunication Technology from the Inter-american University of Puerto Rico.

Thinking of broadcast recruiters I've dealt with over the years and Natasha goes back one of the furthest, always has time for me and has looked out for me too - so why not give her a call and ask her! She agreed thankfully but had to juggle work, Christmas and all her family being at home - but we managed to find a slot.

It was a deep dive on what hiring managers are looking for and some tips and useful info on what you can do to stand out from the crowd and be the best candidate for the job - even without a long career history on your CV.

You can find out more on Natasha and Venator by going to Linkedin.com/company/venator-broadcast

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More info on our guest Natasha Monaghan:

Working with broadcast technology end users, including broadcasters, broadcast service providers, post production houses, studios and facilities across UK and EMEA, I recruit for engineering, operational, sales, project management and IT/ Software Development positions at all levels.

Areas covered:

Sales, Account Management, Pre Sales, Business Development, Marketing

Project & Programme Management

IT/ Software Development

So having started investigating podcasts and who out there in the industry was already involved with them somehow and preferably as a guest I found George in a podcast subscription email so reached out to him.

Talking with George he told us his story of starting in front of the camera presenting to his own video productions and eventually film making worthwhile causes with his not for profit company. I never knew the World Series Baseball game in the 80's was interrupted by an earthquake - and George was there and escaped without injury!

You can find out more by going to movetheworldfilms.org or his movie thelasthousestanding.org/movie

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I remember working with Laura on an outside broadcast for the 'Bollywood' awards years ago, having kept in contact realised what an all rounder she was and so reached out to her to see if she'd be interested in a podcast - glad she agreed.

The show goes through the academic side then into the world of work with the company she has been with for many years doing e-learning, she also talks about her own freelance work - who knew you could find beauty in aliens!

You can find out more by going to definingbeauty.co.uk or check her Instagram at: instagram.com/definingbeautydesign

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With over 13 years experience, Laura has worked as a 3D  Design Specialist and Trainer, Senior Designer and Creative  Media Manager within the design industry. As a passionate  designer with a devotion to learning, Laura has developed  a working knowledge of numerous design software and her  professional experiences have developed her knowledge  of processes, work flows, tools and methodologies in  interactive, video and design solutions.

Laura also works as a freelance designer and photographer  under the name Defining Beauty where she can explore  personal projects, up-skill and continue her development in varied mediums.