Realistic Happiness

In this special episode, the tables are turned as our usual host Daisy Ilaria takes the hot seat! Interviewed by producer Jamie Everett, Daisy opens up about her journey starting the TalentXChange podcast, her experiences building a network in Amsterdam over the past 6 years, and the ups and downs of creating content. From lecturing at universities to an unexpected mouse incident, Daisy shares candid stories and insights on networking, personal branding, and pursuing your passions.

Sacha Martina, Founder of House of Inclusion, joins us for an insightful discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and the challenges of entrepreneurship:

Fawad Javaid, Recruitment Manager at one of the biggest companies in the world - Capgemini, sits with us today to talk all things transition:

In this episode, Kobi Ampoma (Head of Talent Acquisition NL, Heineken) shares his journey and perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Discover the significance of DEI in Kobi's life, the challenges he faced moving from Ghana to the Netherlands, and how adaptability and resilience can guide your career. Gain valuable insights on navigating workplace discrimination, negotiating your worth, and leveraging mentorship and community involvement to create inclusive environments. Get practical advice on how to become an ally, promote DEI in your workplace, and build a career rooted in equity and respect.

Former LinkedIn employee and D2 Collective co-founder Erica discusses the journey from LinkedIn to creating a global tech community. Learn how Erica and her co-founder transformed a layoff into a thriving network, the challenges of remote work, and the importance of building meaningful connections. Discover practical advice on networking, personal branding, and the future vision of the D2 Collective.

Former LinkedIn employee & Women's Tech Career Coach Jennifer Paine discusses with us today how "job hopping" can help your career, how to deal with layoffs or a stagnant career, toxic work environments and navigating difficult work situations, how to leave a job on good terms and effective LinkedIn strategies for Job Seekers.

People & Business Growth Strategist Carly Westra van Holthe sits with us today to discuss the truth about why company acquisitions and mergers happen and the tell-tale signs it's happening, how it can affect your wellbeing, how to get the best deal (as an employee) and with her experience how she helps other businesses with this process.

Conscious Career Coach, Lara Morgan, speaks to us today about her transition from being in Recruitment to becoming a Coach, how to deal with female competition in the workplace, the power of visualisation and how it helps you with your future and goals, and why women are genetically prone to imposter syndrome.

Talent Acquisition Business Partner Leandro Gomes Da Silva ( Loop Earplugs) sits with us today to share exclusive insights about the game-changing AI tools and technologies that are reshaping the future of hiring.

Corporate Recruiter & Motivational Coach Elisabetta Orsini speaks with us today about her big transition from relocating to her home country Italy to Amsterdam, the differences of working and living in Italy VS Netherlands, how her Neuroscience Master's degree helps her in her daily operations and in Recruitment, why her experience starting in agency recruitment made her a better inhouse recruiter and the art of resiliency and motivation.