What’s is really like working in sales? This week I chat to Hollie, an account manager for Prospects who shares her career journey so far - from the shop floor at Argos, to taking on cruise ship contracts and working at sea, and now to her current role in the education sector.

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This week we're joined by Dr Elle Boag, head of psychology at the University of Essex Online, to explore the MSc Psychology programme. Dr Boag breaks down the structure, key modules, research project, and the type of students who thrive on the course.

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This week I'm joined by Luke Sambridge, who became a magistrate at just 20 years old. Luke explains what magistrates really do, the skills that matter most, and why people from all backgrounds, not just legal experts, can apply.

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This week, to mark Discover Creative Careers month, I go behind the scenes at the National Theatre (NT) to chat to Simon Stephens, head of the NT Skills Centre. We talk about the opportunities the programme provides to help people of all ages get into the arts. I also speak to Lily and Jade, two scenic design apprentices who explain what their roles involve and why they enjoy them.

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This week we’re joined by Harriet Kirby who works as a play therapist. She tells us about her educational journey, which included taking some time out to re-think what she really wanted to do, and what being a play therapist involves.

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This week I’m joined by Heidi Fraser-Krauss, the Chief Executive of Jisc as she shares her career journey. We talk about the lessons she’s learned about resilience, communication, and self-awareness, and why true leadership is more about responsibility than power.

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