This week, we're looking at leadership. What does it truly mean to be a good leader? Maybe you're actively seeking leadership roles, or perhaps it's something you’ve never considered before. Leadership, after all, isn't just about holding a title—it’s about how we influence and inspire others in our day-to-day actions.
 
So this week, we sit down with ACCA's own Chief Executive Helen Brand. We dig into her career journey, the benefits of finding a good mentor, and how we can all look for opportunities to lead in our working lives.
 
This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.
 
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On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Executive Producer is Annie Day, the Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby.

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Choosing your career path can feel like a huge decision and lead to a lot of anxious thoughts. What if you don't enjoy the work as much as you hoped, or you find the culture at your new job doesn't suit you? Is it okay to switch industries, or will that mean you don't progress? There can be so many choices and expectations that it can be easy to feel pressured. 

This week on On Your Marks, we sit down with career coach Helen Tupper. She's the author of 'Squiggly Careers' and founder and CEO of Amazing If,  an organisation that helps everyone feel more satisfied with their working lives. We dig into how to build a career journey that's right for you, from figuring out your values to what really matters to you in the workplace, and discuss practical steps we can all take towards feeling more confident in our career path. 

This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try. 

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On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Executive Producer is Annie Day, the Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. 

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We all know that studying for ACCA exams can be a real challenge, and when you add caregiving responsibilities like parenting into the mix it can feel like a never-ending juggling act. From caring for little ones to managing household responsibilities, it can be a struggle to balance family life with big career goals.
 
So this week on On Your Marks, we sit down with Finance Business Manager Debbie Oluyemi. She has first-hand experience of facing studying for her ACCA qualification and becoming a new parent for the first time. We dig into some of the key challenges she dealt with and what strategies she found really helped.
 
This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.
 
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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams
 
To watch the video version of this podcast, head to www.accaglobal.com/onyourmarks
 
On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Executive Producer is Annie Day, the Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby.

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Tossing and turning, racing thoughts of revision and exams... most of us know what it feels like to struggle with our sleep when we're preparing for a big challenge. And it can be tempting to sacrifice sleep when we're under time pressure, even though we know it's good for us. It's a real catch 22.

This week, we sit down with Professor Russell Foster from the University of Oxford. He's been studying sleep for decades, so together we dig into what's happening in our brains when we sleep, why it's so important for our health and wellbeing, and how we can prioritise our sleep to help us cope with stress.
 
This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.
 
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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams
 
To watch the video version of this podcast, head to www.accaglobal.com/onyourmarks
 
On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Executive Producer is Annie Day, the Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby.

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Whether it's feeling sluggish after a heavy meal or dealing with a sudden dip in energy during a busy workday, we all know that food can influence how we feel. But, it turns out that what we eat can have a significant impact on our mental wellbeing, and the latest research shows that our gut has an important role to play.
 
This week, we sit down with nutritionist Dr Emily Prpa to explore the science of the gut-brain axis and the microbiome. We uncover the 5 pillars of gut health, and discuss strategies for adding gut-friendly ingredients to our meals - even during times of stress.
 
This is On Your Marks. Because what you'll never know until you try.
 
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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams
 
To watch the video version of this podcast, head to www.accaglobal.com/onyourmarks
 
On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The Executive Producer is Annie Day. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. The Assistant Producer is Lynnike Swerts. The Marketing Manager is Nik Gandhi. 

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This week, we’re looking at anxiety.

Whether its last-minute jitters before an exam or a sense of panic when thinking about revision, we all know what it's like to feel anxious. But, what actually is anxiety? Is there any purpose to experiencing it, and how can we manage our fears so they don't get in the way of achieving our goals?

This week, we sit down with therapist and author Joshua Fletcher, also known online as Anxiety Josh. We dig into what's happening in the brain when we're feeling anxious, and techniques and strategies we can all use to help us feel more grounded when it's all getting too much.

This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.

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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams

To watch the video version of this podcast, head to www.accaglobal.com/onyourmarks

On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The Executive Producer is Annie Day. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. The Assistant Producer is Lynnike Swerts. The Marketing Manager is Nik Gandhi. 

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by anxiety, struggle with your sleep, or question if you've been making the right career decisions?

In Season 2 of On Your Marks we'll be digging into more techniques to help us all feel our best while dealing with life's challenges - whether that's preparing for exams, planning our next job move, or coping with a big life change like becoming a parent. 

From managing your nutrition on a busy schedule to spotting leadership opportunities at work, we'll explore tips and tricks for putting our best foot forward, or simply getting through a tough day.  

Wherever you’re at in your journey towards qualification, On Your Marks is here to help you tackle the process head on - and we’re so delighted to be back for Season 2.

This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.

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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams

On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The Executive Producer is Annie Day. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. The Assistant Producer is Lynnike Swerts. The Marketing Manager is Nik Gandhi. 

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This week, we’re all about finding what works for you.

We all know that one of the awesome things about the ACCA qualification is its flexibility. From how many exams you sit at a time to whether you do self-study, or learn with a provider, there are so many routes of entry that it’s rare for two people’s journeys to look exactly the same.

So this week, we sit down with Paul Kirkwood - ACCA UK’s Regional Head of Education and Learning. He takes us through the wide variety of options available to support you on your journey, as well as give some inside tips on what ACCA’s data shows makes a difference to exam results. Plus, we chat to Shaun Fenwick – he’s recently passed all his exams and is now a qualified ACCA accountant. He shares his journey - including some stops, starts, and resits - and gives some stellar advice on how to keep going when the going gets tough.

This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.

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On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The Executive Producer is Annie Day. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. The Assistant Producer is Bukky Fadipe. The Marketing Manager is Nik Gandhi. 

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This week, we’re kicking procrastination.

We’ve all been there. You’re settled down to do some revision, or write an important email, then the first thought creeps in… “What if I just checked my phone? Or… cleaned the kitchen? Or watched just half an episode of that new show…” And before you know it, 3 hours have gone by, you’re tired, and it’s too late to get started.

Procrastinating on tasks, even ones we care about, is a normal, if painful, part of life for most of us. So this week, we sit down with Dr Julia Ravey. She’s a neuroscientist, author, and self-confessed procrastinator. She’s an expert in understanding what’s happening in our brains when we put off tasks – from conflicts between the logical and emotional centres of our brains, to tricks for creating sustainable revision habits.

This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.

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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams

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On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The Executive Producer is Annie Day. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. The Assistant Producer is Bukky Fadipe. The Marketing Manager is Nik Gandhi. 

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This week, we’re talking relationships.

When we’re pushing towards a goal, or just generally having a tough time, many of us will instinctively turn to our friends, family, colleagues, or even pets for support. But… why? What is it about our relationships that can help pick us up when we’re feeling down? And why is nurturing those connections key to both our physical and mental health, and achieving our goals?

This week, we sit down with Dr Anna Machin. She’s an evolutionary anthropologist who’s spent her career studying the science of close human relationships. From the neurochemicals underlying your tightest friendships to the best social activities for your brain when facing down deadlines, we’re digging deep into how our connection with others helps us get where we want to be.  

This is On Your Marks. Because you’ll never know until you try.

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For more information about ACCA exams, you can go to www. accaglobal.com/exams

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On Your Marks is a Fresh Air Production for ACCA. The Senior Producer is Eva Higginbotham, with support from Sarah Moore. The Executive Producer is Annie Day. The videographer is Yohan Forbes. The Sound Engineer is Basil Oxtoby. The Assistant Producer is Bukky Fadipe. The Marketing Manager is Nik Gandhi. 

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