What do you do when the career path you’ve been on since university no longer feels right?

In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Greenwood, who shares her incredibly honest journey from a traditional career in family law to a leadership role in legal tech and innovation.

Kate talks about the reality of stepping away from a clearly defined path, including the identity shift that comes with saying “I’m not sure this is for me anymore.” She also shares how she repurposed her deep knowledge of family law without starting again from scratch, and how that opened the door to a completely new, fulfilling chapter in her career.

Today, Kate is leading the integration of AI and technology within her firm, showing what’s possible when you stay curious, have courageous conversations, and recognise the value of your transferable skills.

We also dig into:

• What it really looks like to pivot your career inside your organisation
• How technology is reshaping the legal profession
• The importance of open dialogue with managers and leaders
• Why your skills and experience are far more adaptable than you think

If you’re feeling stuck on your current path or wondering what else might be possible for you, this conversation is a brilliant place to start.

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

What does authentic leadership really look like, and how do we bring more of ourselves to the way we lead?

In this episode of Your Career Journey, I’m joined by Ann Pocock, founder of Kinetic Effect and former Corporate Marketing Communications Director, who shares her powerful transition from the corporate world to leadership coaching.

Ann and I talk about what it means to lead with emotional intelligence and curiosity. And why self-awareness and adaptability are now essential leadership skills, not nice-to-haves.

Ann shares her personal experiences with redundancy, the small but mighty “micro steps” that helped her move forward, and the lessons she’s learned about building a more human approach to leadership.

We also explore:

✨ How to navigate the shift from corporate life to self-employment
✨ Why emotionally intelligent leaders create safer, more productive workplaces
✨ How to embed a strengths-based approach into your team culture
✨ What it really takes to lead with authenticity and purpose

If you’re reflecting on your own leadership journey, or want to bring more heart and self-awareness into how you work. Then this conversation is a great place to start, with lots of insights, practical advice and suggestions for free resources and next steps.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:20 Career Journey and Transition
04:16 Facing Redundancy and Embracing Change
06:32 Building a Coaching Practice
10:51 Marketing and Self-Leadership
18:37 Holistic Leadership and Emotional Intelligence
25:01 The Intuition in Interview Processes
27:30 The Impact of Rapid Organisational Change
28:36 Managing Stress and Emotional Intelligence
32:38 The Importance of Authentic Leadership
38:24 Practical Steps for Personal Development
43:28 The Journey of Continuous Growth

To connect with Ann:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annpocock/
Website: kineticeffect.co 

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

How do you really make Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work, not just as a policy, but as something that’s lived and felt in an organisation?

In this episode, I sit down with Celeste Warren, a globally recognised HR and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) leader with nearly 40 years of experience at some of the world’s largest corporations.

Celeste shares her inspiring career journey, from her early days as a journalist, to becoming a global HR executive, to specialising in DEI leadership. She reflects on the powerful influence of her father and how his experiences shaped her own perspective on resilience and inclusion.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

➡️ How Celeste pivoted from journalism to human resources

➡️ What DEI really is, what it isn't and why everybody wins when you get it right

➡️ The lessons she learned from embedding DEI into corporate strategy at Merck

➡️ The challenges and opportunities of rolling out DEI on a global scale

➡️ Why continuous learning and authentic leadership are critical for leaders today

➡️ Her advice for the next generation of professionals stepping into leadership roles

Celeste also shares her next chapter: launching her own consulting practice and publishing her book, 'The Truth about Equity', while staying focused on empowering others to embrace diversity and lead with purpose.

📌 Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:10 Celeste's Early Life and Career Beginnings
02:47 Transition to Human Resources
04:53 Career at Merck & Pivot to DEI
09:23 What DEI Really Means
12:11 Embedding DEI in Large Organisations
18:28 Global Perspectives on Inclusion
26:19 Common DEI Challenges & Misunderstandings
39:13 Final Thoughts and Reflections

👉 If you’re a leader, HR professional, or simply curious about how to create more inclusive workplaces, this conversation is packed with practical insights and powerful stories you won’t want to miss.

To connect with Celeste:
🌍 Website: https://crwdiversity.com/
📖 Book: https://crwdiversity.com/#book
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celestewarrenllc/

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

What really happens when you’re laid off, and how do you bounce back stronger?

In this episode of Your Career Journey, I speak with Steve Jaffe, a marketing leader whose 25+ year career has taken him from advertising to client-side roles to tech startups. Along the way, he’s faced layoffs (or redundancies, depending on where you’re based) four times.

👉 The first time left him devastated.
👉 By the fourth, he sailed through.

So what changed? 

Steve shares the mindset shifts, coping strategies, and practical tools he developed. And the “framework” that helped him move from shock to growth, much like navigating the stages of grief.

We also dive into:
✨ Why identity and self-worth can’t just be tied to your job title 
✨ The role of relationships and mind-body-spirit balance in building resilience
✨ How to reframe layoffs as a chance to reset and renew 
✨ How to future-proof your career in a rapidly changing world 

Whether you’ve been impacted by a layoff, want to prepare for uncertainty, or just need inspiration for your next chapter, this conversation is packed with lessons you can use.

Details for Steve's book 'The Layoff Journey' are below:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaffesteve/
https://thestevejaffe.com/

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:13 Steve's Career Journey
01:59 Experiencing Layoffs
02:36 Coping with Layoffs
02:48 The Layoff Journey Begins
04:19 Learning from Layoffs
05:49 Reframing the Layoff Experience
09:28 Stages of Grief in Layoffs
18:51 Building Coping Skills
22:21 Reframing and Positive Mindset
23:12 The Ship of Theseus: Identity and Change
24:30 Defining Yourself Beyond Your Job
25:55 Reconstruction and Renewal
29:49 Personal Career Pivot
33:31 Future Proofing Your Career
39:31 The Importance of Relationships

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

Are you stuck on the traditional career ladder?  

Maybe it’s time to rethink what success really looks like. 🚀 

In this episode, I sit down with marketing leader Janice Lee-Fu to unpack the power of nonlinear career paths and discuss why they might just be the fastest route to growth, fulfilment, and long-term resilience.

Janice’s journey spans engineering, global FMCG brands, executive leadership, e-commerce, and academia. Along the way, she’s learned how curiosity, agility, and resilience open doors you never expect, and why stepping sideways (or even backwards) can propel you further than climbing straight up.

🔥 What you’ll take away:

 ✔️ The “rock climbing wall” analogy that redefines career growth
 ✔️ Why agility and curiosity drive innovation and long-term success
 ✔️ Lessons from FMCG, e-commerce, and highly regulated industries
 ✔️ How financial literacy gives marketers a competitive edge
 ✔️ Practical leadership strategies to engage and retain next-gen talent
 ✔️ Why ditching the linear path can help you stand out in a crowded market

Whether you’re a marketer, creative, or professional seeking change, this conversation will give you the tools and the confidence to design a career that’s truly your own.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction & Janice’s early career
4:00 – Transitioning from engineering to marketing
10:00 – Lessons from FMCG and private equity
18:00 – Leadership, innovation, and team development
25:00 – Navigating regulated industries and crisis moments
32:00 – Hiring for growth vs. risk aversion
38:00 – The importance of curiosity and diverse experience
42:00 – Final advice: Embracing nonlinear career paths

If you'd like to connect with Janice:
linkedin.com/in/leejanice

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

🚀 Ready to transform your career and step into impactful leadership? 

In this episode, I'm joined by Camille Batiste to reveal a proven 5-step framework for Mastering Leadership Skills. A game plan that’s already helped countless professionals fast-track their growth and land leadership roles.

Camille’s journey from chemical engineer to senior corporate leader offers powerful insights for anyone navigating career transitions, especially if you’re in the “forgotten middle” of your career. 

With decades of experience in corporate America, including leadership roles at Honeywell and Archer Daniels Midland, Camille breaks down the essential steps to Mastering Leadership Skills:

✨ Grow Up – Embrace challenges and adapt to achieve growth
🚀 Step Up – Deliver results that make a real impact
👀 Show Up – Build visibility and presence as a leader
🗣 Speak Up – Own your story, voice your ideas, and influence others
📈 Level Up – Prepare for bigger roles and bring others along with you

🎯 Whether you’re a marketer, creative, or ambitious professional aiming for leadership, these strategies will help you navigate change, boost your confidence, and position yourself for success.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:45 Camille's Early Life and Education
01:48 Career Beginnings and Honeywell Experience
03:34 Transition to Archer Daniels Midland
06:35 Motivation for Coaching and Leadership
12:23 Developing a Leadership Framework
25:06 The Importance of Human Interaction
25:26 Visibility and Recognition in the Workplace
27:09 The Power of Speaking Up
30:36 Overcoming Fear and Taking Baby Steps
33:03 Level Up: Preparing for Leadership
34:21 Celebrating Successes and Human Connection
37:18 Learning from Others and Observing
41:44 The Value of Progress Over Perfection

Connect with Camille:
Website: www.camillebatiste.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camille-batiste/
Feedback link: https://pro.speakerhub.com/speaker-feedback/?qr=bb904e42-a4e6-448e-8fda-65eec1decb1d

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

If you’re tired of boring slides and disengaged listeners, it’s time to win the war for attention and avoid death by PowerPoint. 

In this powerful episode of Your Career Journey, career coach Emma Graham sits down with Kris Flegg, founder of The Presentation Design Co and author of The Presentation Playbook, to share proven strategies for winning the war for attention in any room.

In this conversation, she uncovers Kris’s Power Principles, a proven framework for Avoiding Death by PowerPoint by designing presentations with purpose, understanding your audience, and delivering with confidence.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ The art of Avoiding Death by PowerPoint and engaging every audience
✨ Why understanding your audience changes everything
✨ Storytelling strategies that keep attention locked in
✨ How to design slides that support your message (not distract from it)
✨ Overcoming presentation nerves and handling tough feedback
✨ The mindset shifts that make presentations career accelerators

Whether you’re pitching to clients, presenting to your team, or speaking on stage, these tips will ensure you win the war for attention and avoid death by PowerPoint. All while making an unforgettable impression.

To connect with Kris:
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-flegg/
🌍 Website: https://www.presentationdesign.co/
📚 https://www.presentationdesign.co/store/p/the-presentation-playbook

The first ten people to order Kris's book and use code YOURCAREER will get their book for free 😄

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

Want to get promoted, build stronger work relationships, and take control of your career path? 

In this episode of Your Career Journey Podcast, I’m joined by Matthias Mahr, author of How to Be Moderately Successful, for a candid and practical conversation on how to achieve career success, without burning out or pretending to be someone you’re not.

We dive into:
✅ Matthias’ career journey from Austria to London
✅ His transition from strategy consulting to commercial leadership roles at eBay, Eurostar, and Trainline
✅ Why building meaningful workplace relationships is key to long term success
✅ How to manage your boss, collaborate better, and work well with others
✅ How to confidently navigate the promotion process
✅ The balance between confidence and adaptability in fast moving environments
✅ Real world strategies for managing workplace stress

Matthias shares hard earned insights and actionable advice that have worked for him and for the many professionals he’s mentored and coached.

💡 Whether you're early in your career or looking to step into a leadership role, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help you advance your career with purpose and confidence.

00:00 Introduction 
00:35 Career Journey: From Austria to London
01:18 Transitioning from Consulting to Industry
01:38 Roles at eBay and Eurostar
04:35 Launching New Services and Leadership Roles
08:33 Writing the Book: Inspiration and Process
10:58 Book Structure and Content
16:57 Working with Others: Understanding and Collaboration
23:26 Managing Your Boss: Building Effective Relationships
25:11 Finding the Right Balance in Relationships
26:27 The Importance of Proactivity
30:46 Navigating Promotions and Career Advancement
37:14 Managing Stress and Finding Balance
45:12 The Value of Specialisation
47:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🔗 Useful Links & Resources:
📚 Matthias Mahr's Book: How to Be Moderately Successful: https://www.moderatelysuccessful.org/
Matthias Mahr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthiasmahrcommercial/

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

Are you constantly busy but still feeling unfulfilled? In this episode, we dive into the powerful and life-changing concept of choosing meaning over mayhem with author and speaker Peggy Sullivan.

Peggy shares how breaking her addiction to busyness became her life’s mission after a stress-induced heart attack and a painful divorce. This honest and inspiring conversation exposes the dark side of busyness and the toll it takes on our health, relationships, and happiness.

With her unique “performance by design” framework, Peggy guides us on how to eliminate low-value tasks, adopt daily happiness rituals, and reclaim your time by choosing meaning over mayhem. She also shares how to reconnect with personal values and build a purpose-driven life and career.

Whether you're overwhelmed by work or simply ready for change, this episode will help you understand why choosing meaning over mayhem might be the most transformative decision you'll ever make.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:20 Realising the Addiction to Busyness
01:14 Wake-Up Calls and Life Changes
02:05 The Struggle with Time Management
02:57 The Impact of Busyness on Life
04:38 Personal Experiences and Career Insights
10:38 Rethinking Work-Life Balance
13:48 Understanding and Prioritising Values
18:44 Losing Control at Work
19:49 The Myth of Busyness Equals Success
20:33 Performance by Design
23:27 Finding Meaning and Purpose
25:53 Practical Steps for Better Work-Life Balance
32:11 The Importance of Human Connection
33:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections

👇 Connect with Peggy Sullivan:
https://www.peggysullivan.com

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

Dive into this inspiring episode where we explore a unique career in marketing and customer insights with Emily Paladino! 

Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot your path, Emily's journey offers powerful lessons on how curiosity, data, and strategy fuel success.

From aspiring clinical psychologist to CMO and Group Head of Customer Insights, Emily reveals how a love of research led to a dynamic career in marketing and customer insights. Learn how her background in market research, branding, and customer experience shaped her leadership in some of Australia’s top retail brands.

🌟 Discover the skills you need to grow a career in marketing and customer insights, from curiosity and leadership to strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making. 

This episode is packed with insight for marketers, analysts, and career changers alike!

🎧 Topics Covered:
 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
 00:20 Emily's Early Career Aspirations
 01:06 Discovering Market Research
 05:29 Relocating to London and New Opportunities
 07:22 Branding and Strategy Experience
 11:58 Client-Side Contracts and Insights
 17:32 Corporate Role at Target Australia
 21:02 Group Head of Customer Insights
 27:04 The Importance of Data in Marketing
 29:09 Defining Customer Insights
 39:06 The Role of Leadership in Career Growth
 45:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

💼 If you're passionate about building a career in marketing and customer insights, this episode will motivate you to embrace your unique path and explore where your curiosity can take you.

🔗 Connect with Emily:
 Website: https://www.emilypaladino.com.au/
 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilypaladino1

Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call