In this latest episode of Next Level You, Toni is joined by (soon to be Dr!) Jo Ellard ,a career strategist, academic, and researcher with a passion for helping people move beyond the limitations of their background.

Jo shares her incredible journey of completing an eight-year doctoral degree while working full time and raising a family, and the mindset and systems that helped her stay the course.

They dive into the importance of career clarity, the unseen impact of our relationships and resources, and how reflexivity can be a game-changer when navigating career transitions or starting a business.

Expect practical advice for graduates and their parents, grounded research insights, and candid reflections on making bold moves in life and work.

About Jo:

Jo Ellard is a lecturer, researcher, and career strategist who helps people take purposeful steps toward meaningful personal and professional growth.

Her academic work explores how limited resources andlife context can constrain our ability to progress—while her research highlights the transformative power of connecting emotionally to our possible selves in unlocking clarity and direction.

Now building her own consultancy, Jo supports university students and graduates in navigating transitions with confidence.

Her work blends academic insight, lived experience, and practical strategy to empower individuals to align who they are with what they do—so they can move forward with intention, not just ambition.

Where to connect with Jo:

TikTok : joellardcareers

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jo-ellard-careers

Instagram: @joellardcareers

Connect with your host, Toni Addinall:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toni.addinall

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toniaddinallstrategist/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/toniaddinall

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