In this inspiring episode, we are joined by Becki Commins, an Access and Participation Career Coach, who shares her personal journey of resilience and success after experiencing a brain injury at the final year of university. Becki’s story sheds light on navigating the job market with disabilities and offers practical advice for students and graduates alike.

We also dive into key topics such as tailored career support for disabled students, fostering self-awareness and confidence, and uplifting success stories of overcoming barriers. Becki provides invaluable strategies for navigating disability disclosure, advice for students with ADHD, and insights into the experiences of those with hidden disabilities.

Whether you’re a student, educator, or advocate for inclusivity, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.

In this heartfelt episode, I share my personal journey over the past few months—a period of feeling stuck in routines and questioning my dreams. I reflect on the challenges of being an expat, losing touch with my passions, and rediscovering the importance of community and connection. Inspired by Bill Law’s Community Interaction Theory, we explore how our relationships shape our career decisions and identities. Whether you’re feeling lost, stuck, or just in need of inspiration, this episode is a reminder of the power of human connection to reignite our dreams and help us grow.

Bahar, a Careers and Employability Advisor, and corporate entrepreneur, shares her journey into entrepreneurship in this podcast episode. Passionate about entrepreneurship, Bahar has participated in acceleration programs and worked at Arya Investment Platform, supporting female entrepreneurs with networking, pitching, and acceleration. In this episode, she discusses the essentials of turning ideas into successful businesses.

Bahar Tomek, Careers and Employability Advisor at the University of Lincoln, and Danny Mirza, a former international student and Head of Talen Team at Coventry University, are having a conversation about navigating the UK job market. They cover topics such as the graduate route visa, the power of networking, effective career strategies, establishing personal branding, and leveraging AI for career advancement, among many other subjects. Danny shares his experiences as a former international student and a leader in career services. This enlightening conversation offers valuable insights and practical tips, especially for international students.