NZ Young Professionals Podcast 18: Fraser McConnell – Quitting the PwC corporate life to live in Wanaka while saving native NZ birds

In this episode, podcast host, Ed McKnight talks with Craig McAlpine from MyCareerBrand.net about how young professionals can build their personal brand and land their ideal jobs. Specifically, they discuss: – Mistakes young professionals make when they move from being part of a team, to leading a team … and what you can do to avoid them […]

In this episode, podcast host, Ed McKnight talks with Sharsies Co-founder Leighton Roberts (MyCareerBrand.net) about how the investment start-up grew to having $10 million under management within its first year. Specifically, they discuss: – Starting a business with seven co-founders, and making it work – The founding team putting their corporate jobs on hold to […]

If you saw him walking down the street you’d never guess his story. Cam Calkoen is a world class, international sprinting champion. It also happens that he has cerebral palsy. After winning multiple international championships, Cam decided to hang up the running shoes and become an inspirational speaker. In his own words, both of these […]

In the digital age – anyone can text, message, chat and snap with almost anyone. Despite this, going up and actually talking with a stranger – in person – is one of the scariest tasks facing millennials. So how do you go from being a wall flower (too scared to approach anyone at a networking event) […]

How many times have you heard this type of conversation – Job Seeker: “I really need to find a job”. Sympathetic Friend: “What sort of job do you want?” Job Seeker: “Anything, I just need to find something!” It seems like everyone wants a job, but the dream career seems elusive. In this episode, podcast host, […]