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Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta episodes
- "Just Communicate" | Sharon Whip, Neurodiversity Consultant - Ep 020
Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
In this episode, host Shaun sits down with neurodiversity expert, Sharon, from Team Cohesion to discuss neurodiversity in the workplace.
After spending many years working across a variety of projects related to supporting people living with neurological developmental disorders in the workplace and from her personal experience as a mother to an autistic child, this drove Sharon to start Team Cohesion - Neurodiversity Employment Coaching, Consulting and Training.
Sharon covers a broad range of topics, all related to making a more supportive and inclusive workplace for people with neurological developmental disorders.
This is an informative episode that hopes to boost your knowledge and confidence to create an inclusive workplace.
LINKSTeam Cohesion - https://www.teamcohesion.com.au/
Candid Conversations website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/candid-conversations-podcast/
atWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Candid ConversationsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/candidconversations_podcast/
atWork AustraliaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportAsk Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/home
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.1 hr 12 min - "We Believe Everyone Should be Seen" | Stacey from Compass Group - Ep 019
Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
In this episode, host Shaun sits down with Stacey from Compass Group, who are one of Australia's largest food and support service companies. From this discussion it was clear that both atWork Australia and Compass Group have a shared goal - to support people from all backgrounds into meaningful and sustainable employment.
Compass Group are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and believe if a candidate has the right attitude, they can teach them the rest of the skills they require to succeed with Compass Group.
This wonderful partnership has has provide opportunities for atWork Australia clients to enter the workforce and achieve their employment goals.
LINKS
Candid Conversations website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/candid-conversations-podcast/
atWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Candid ConversationsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/candidconversations_podcast/
atWork AustraliaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportCompass Group - https://www.compass-group.com/en/index.html
Ask Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/home
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.14 min - "If I can do it, Anyone can" | atWork Australia Client Raymond - Ep 018
Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
Todays guest is atWork Australia client, Raymond, is a proud Indigenous man who is very passionate about his work in the Aged Care industry.
Raymond has worked a variety of jobs through out his life, but his true passion lies with supporting others.
In 2021 he was diagnosed with a rare eye disease and within months he was forced to resign from his job, handed in his driver’s licence and had to re-evaluate his employment future. As Raymond adjusted to life with his health barrier and with the support of atWork Australia and a supportive employer he has returned to the job he loves.
Today, October 10th marks World Sight Day. A day bringing attention to blindness and vision impairment. Raymond and host, Shaun, both live with vision impairments and were able to relate to each other as they share experiences of how they adjusted to life with their disability. They share insight into their lives and their vision impairments.
LINKSatWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportAsk Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/home
Guide Dogs Australia - https://guidedogs.com.au/
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.29 min - "I Just Needed to Make Consistent Changes" | atWork Australia Client Shane - Ep 017
Welcome back to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
Today's guest, Shane, has made remarkable changes in his life.
After experiencing some challenging times throughout his life, as a coping strategy Shane resorted to substance abuse, only making his situation worse.
As Shane's life spiraled out of control, he wound up in prison, he was involved in a serious car accident which he fortunately walked away from. After these incidents, Shane isolated himself in his bedroom for 14 months, and his only human interaction was when he visited atWork Australia.
Shane speaks openly and honestly about his journey and the hard lessons he has learnt throughout his life. With atWork Australia's support he is now living a much happier and healthier life.
LINKS
atWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportNarcotics Anonymous Australia https://www.na.org.au/multi/
Lifeline: National Alcohol & Other Drug Hotline https://toolkit.lifeline.org.au/articles/support/national-alcohol-other-drug-hotline
Ask Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.31 min - "We are all Human, we are not Perfect" | Rozy D - Ep 016
Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
In this episode, Shaun speaks with one of atWork Australia's incredible Job Coaches, Rozy.
Throughout the episode you can hear the passion, and genuine excitement that Rozy has for her job. She loves being able to support others to find employment they love.
Her dedication to her job does not go unnoticed by her clients, she regularly receives outstanding reviews stating that they are blown away by the support and care they receive from Rozy. To get a better understanding of the life-changing support that Rozy provides, check out episodes 8 and 15 to hear from some clients of Rozy's.
Rozy continues to be a very valuable member of the atWork Australia team.
LINKSatWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportAsk Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.17 min - "It was war, so we left" | atWork Australia Client Bassam - Ep 015
Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta.
In this episode we are joined with atWork Australia client, Bassam. Throughout the episode, he shares his life journey, shedding light into what it is like to be a part of the Iraqi military and fleeing his home country in search of a safer life.
Bassam and his family were living in the war torn city of Bagdad and he was desperate to find a safer home for his family. In the darkness of the night, Bassam and his family fled Iraq and made their way to Turkey. Eventually, Bassam and his family migrated to Australia where they could start fresh in a new environment.
Throughout Bassam's life he has suffered multiple injuries which are now impacting his ability to secure meaningful employment. With the support of atWork Australia, Bassam has now secured employment he is passionate about.
LINKS
atWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportAsk Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.
13 min - "It is Very Easy to Help Others, but not Yourself" | Vanessa L - Ep 014
Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta.
I think we should give this episodes guest, Vanessa, a massive round of applause for her courage and vulnerability. She openly speaks about her trauma, in the hope it can help others to navigate the journey through their own challenges.
Vanessa had traumatic past which led her life to spiral out of control. Throughout the toughest days of her journey and while trying to process why her life went down the path it did, she discovered it all stemmed from trauma she experienced as a child.
Vanessa admitted she found school and University very difficult. She was filled with immense pride when she later graduated as a Social Worker, despite it all. In 2020, after two years of being unemployed, Vanessa connected with atWork Australia on a quest to return to work.
Vanessa was successful in securing an internal position as a Job Coach with atWork Australia. She later moved onto an In-Work Support Coach position. With the support of her leaders, she decided to take a leap of faith and return to her profession, and accepted a position within our Wellness Services team.
LINKSatWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & SupportAsk Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Heal for Life Foundation - https://healforlife.com.au/
Lifeline - https://www.lifeline.org.au/
Dyslexia SPELD Foundation - https://dsf.net.au/
Kids Helpline - https://kidshelpline.com.au/parents/issues/teens-using-drugs-and-alcohol
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.35 min - "He has Been Kicking Goals Ever Since" | atWork Australia Client Nick - Ep 013
Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
This week we are joined with atWork Australia and NDIS client, Nick and his Dad, Peter. Our very first father and son duo!
After reflecting on the episode, the standout message for me is the power of tailored support and a strong support system. The combination of the both leads to ongoing success for not only our clients, but their employers too.
Throughout the episode, Shaun gets to know Nick and Peter, and how his unfavourable previous work positions, and experiences lead him to a position that he loves in parks and gardens. He truly loves his new job, with Peter explaining that “Nick has never been happier.”
LINKSatWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & Support
Ask Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.
18 min - "I feel like I belong" | atWork Australia Client Scott - Ep 012
Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
Well, what can we say about our next guest, Scott?
The first thing that comes to mind is, the world would be a much better place if everyone was as kind, caring and shared his genuine passion for helping others as much as he does. His genuine love for life, and his job really shines through throughout the episode.
Scott came to atWork Australia to get tailored support to progress on his employment journey and pursue a career he is truly passionate about. Scott is one of those people who can put their hand up and honestly say that they love their job and you can tell in his voice that he truly means it.
It has not been easy for Scott to secure his dream job, but he has shown resilience, hard work and determinations. Now he is now reaping the rewards for his effort.
LINKS
atWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & Support
Ask Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/home
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.
25 min - Celebrating NAIDOC Week | Cale M - Ep 011
Welcome to a special edition of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta.
This special episode reflects on NAIDOC week as we celebrate and recognise the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This year’s theme chosen by the National NAIDOC Committee, is Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud.
Our guest for this episode was atWork Australia's Indigenous Connections team member and proud Indigenous man, Cale M. Cale shares some traditions from his cultural background, the lessons he has learnt from his elders and why he is so proud to be an Indigenous man.
Today and every day, atWork Australia acknowledges the ongoing contributions of our First Nations people throughout various internal and external initiatives. This includes internal RAP groups, specialised service offerings to support our First Nations clients to transition and thrive within employment, as well as the employment of Indigenous team members, like Cale.
LINKS
atWork Australia website - https://www.atworkaustralia.com.au/work/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/atwork_australia/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atWorkAustralia
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atwork-australia
Additional Resources & Support
NAIDOC - https://www.naidoc.org.au/
Ask Izzy - https://askizzy.org.au/
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/home
This podcast is hosted, edited and coordinated by Shaun Pianta, Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane.
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About Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta
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Join atWork Australia Brand Ambassador and Paralympian, Shaun Pianta, as he speaks with a range of guests with lived experience, as well as industry experts who can provide insight into services…
available to those who require additional support. These candid conversations will highlight a range of different life stories, experiences and how despite it all, work truly is for everyone.