That First Step

On today's episode, I talk all things virtual interviews. Pre work, the interview itself, and post interview...all of my tips and tricks are explained.

Disclaimer: I am not an expert!! This is my experience and what I have learned so I would love to hear your feedback and also share your experience / advice in the comments and on Instagram.

I hope this helps anyone currently seeking jobs or planning to promote internally be successful :)

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the incredibly talented Brian Murray / O’Muiri

From a young age, Brian knew he was passionate about Musical Theatre and wanted to pursue a career on stage.

Fast forward a few years and Brian has toured internationally in the world’s most renowned musicals including Hairspray, Cats and The Producers to name a few.

After a serious injury at the beginning of the year, Brian moved back to Cork just in time to experience lockdown on top of that…but that did not stop Brian. He shares how he has adapted during a global pandemic, is still teaching and inspiring others, and what he plans to do next.

His story is so inspiring and he offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

Insta

https://www.instagram.com/itsbrianmurray/?hl=en

@itsbrianmurray

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Wnpz4UfsWPxlOC7Oq6Pmg

TikTok 

@itsbrianmurray

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the absolute legend that is Shane Codd.

Currently studying Business and Irish in DCU, his main passion is producing top class tracks and DJing around Ireland.

His latest tune Get Out of my Head is number 3 in the charts and killing it!!

He now has a successful song blaring on Irish and UK radio and also serious plans for the future…cannot wait for what’s to come for Shane.

His story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

Fruity Loops Producing Software

https://www.image-line.com/

Insta

https://www.instagram.com/shanecodd_/?hl=en

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2s7Oijd4mFGgEkhYJtf3sJ

Soundcloud

https://soundcloud.com/shane-codd 

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On this week’s episode, I speak with absolutely beautiful and talented Emma Barry-Murphy.

Having studied Commerce with French in UCC, she wasn’t sure what to do next but loved practicing Ballet as she had done since she was 3 years of age.

Post Masters in Smurfit, she started a job at LogMeIn and thrived. However it was one weekend in jazzy Cork that changed everything, and was That First Step to what we know now as Barre by Emma.

She now has a successful side hustle, a full time thriving tech job and also serious plans for the future…cannot wait for what’s to come for Emma.

Her story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

https://www.instagram.com/barrebyemma/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/merrithew/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/istddance/?hl=en

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the insanely talented musician Richie.

Having not finished school, he became a carpenter but performing and music was always his passion. He then returned to academia and graduated after 6 years of University as a Physiotherapist.

Day one on the job, he knew it was not for him, and took That First Step to following his childhood dream of being a musician. 

He now has a successful music career, toured Europe last year and is now taking the time to build a touring van before he sets off on tour again next year.

His story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

https://www.instagram.com/richierosmusic/?hl=en

https://ampl.ink/dZ6P5

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9v5Bqe3_Kg0

https://open.spotify.com/album/3X9rGByIDgxvuE7wnyBQ2h

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the wonderfully warm and creative talent that is Hanna.

Hanna, originally from Finland, moved to Dublin after school and worked in Tech. Knowing it wasn’t’t fueling her should, Hanna enrolled in a Yoga Teacher Training Course and Breathwork Course. She now has a thriving online business, continues to study to hone her craft, and shares how the last six months working from home has impacted her for the better.

Her story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

https://www.instagram.com/hbkyoga/?hl=en

https://calendly.com/hbkyoga/privatediscovery?month=2020-08

https://hbkyoga.com/

https://hbkyoga.com/2020/05/01/how-bodywork-such-as-yoga-can-help-tackle-stress/

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Having spent my whole childhood life using inhalers, nasal sprays. ear drops, eye drops...the list goes on, I always thought, that was just the way things were and I was a problem child!!

Everything changed once I changed my diet, all medication was removed...all dairy too...but it resulted in a much happier, healthier teenager.

On today's show, episode 13, I discuss my journey on eating a more plant based diet, how to live with a plant based person, and my love of potato waffles haha

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the incredibly talented and creative Kate Callaghan.

Kate is a one woman wonder and self published author, and has just released her latest creation, ‘Crowned a Traitor’. Being self published means you are the driving force behind your business; multi-talented author, publisher, editor, designer…and motivator. On today’s show she shares her journey, how a roadblock changed her life and how she is already ready to go with the sequel…that takes serious organization and motivation.

Her story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

https://www.instagram.com/callaghanwriter/?hl=en

https://www.callaghanwriter.com/

https://www.callaghanwriter.com/published-works

https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/

Links to shop her hardback:

https://www.callaghanwriter.com/shop/crownedatraitorhardback

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the the incredible energetic Elaine Fitzsimons.

One Sunday evening after a wonderful weekend spent with her family, Elaine knew it was time to take charge of her destiny and manifest her dream life. Three months later she is en route to Bali after creating her own online business. From starting up, the coaching you need, building a website, to building a community around you, we cover it all in today’s show.

Her story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

https://www.instagram.com/elainefitzsimons_/?hl=en

https://elainefitzsimons.typeform.com/to/OrT79f

https://join.breakawaymovement.com/f/6/optin-sk5?a=elainevq34byj2

https://vimeo.com/338091028

https://www.breakawaymovement.com/

https://www.facebook.com/KangenwaterIrl/

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On this week’s episode, I speak with the the wonderfully wholesome Aisling Fitzgibbon.

She is a Holistic Nutrition Coach based in Tralee, Kerry. She has been on an incredible healing journey for the past ten years and she is passionate about helping you to achieve optimum health!

For the burnt out high achiever who wants the next level nutrition to serve their mind, body and soul, Aisling will help you reclaim your health.

Her story is so inspiring and she offers an abundance of advice on how you too could follow your passion and turn it into a profession.

Links below to everything mentioned in the show:

https://www.aislingfitzgibbon.com/

https://www.aislingfitzgibbon.com/free-guide

https://www.aislingfitzgibbon.com/podca

https://www.facebook.com/AislingFitzGibbon/

https://www.instagram.com/aislingfitzgibbon/?hl=en

https://www.aislingfitzgibbon.com/aislingshealthschool

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