Episode 10: A Career in Careers – Darrin Steward

After exploring Trent Loader’s career in careers story in Australia, we now travel back to England to connect with Darrin Steward. With 5 years’ experience in the field, Darrin offers valuable insights into careers in higher education. Darrin Steward is a White British Male based in East Anglia, England, and works as an Employability and …

Episode 9: A Career in Careers – Trent Loader

In our last episode, we learned about Joanne Carrington’s career journey in England. Now in this ninth episode of our global career series, we venture all the way to Australia to meet Trent Loader, an experienced career development practitioner based in regional Victoria. With over 25 years in diverse roles, Trent offers invaluable insights and …

Episode 8 : A Career in Career Series – Joanne Carrington

Welcome to our eighth episode of the A Career in Career Series, where we embark on a journey back from sunny Karachi,Pakistan to Hertfordshire, England. Here, in the heart of the UK, we meet Joanne Carrington, a seasoned career guidance professional and the Head of Guidance at Morrisby Ltd. Allow me to introduce Joanne, who …

Episode 7: A Career in Career – Raza Abbas

In the latest instalment of A Career in Career series, we journey to Karachi, Pakistan, to meet Raza Abbas – a distinguished Global Career Practitioner with 17.6 years of experience in the field. Raza’s journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to career development, capacity development, and fostering hope among youth in Pakistan and …

Reflections from the Society of Black Academics Conference

I recently had the privilege of attending the inaugural conference hosted by the University of Leicester’s Society of Black Academics. The conference brought together Black academics and professionals from across the UK to discuss challenges, strategies, and insights on achieving success in academia. The entire day had vibes of collective career coaching, with senior academics …

Episode 6 – A Career in Careers: Fiona Morrison in Fife, Scotland

In our last episode of the A Career in Careers Series, we delved deep into the inspiring journey of Dimitrios, shedding light on the multifaceted world of IT and his commitment to bridging the technological divide. In this episode, we shift our focus northwest to the rugged landscapes of Fife, Scotland. Here, nestled amidst its …

Episode 5 – A Career in Careers – Dimitrios Sampsonidis & Career Guidance in Greece

Our journey into the world of career development/guidance just got more exciting! It all started when I met Dimitrios Sampsonidis in Denmark during the ECADOC Summer School. Dimitrios, a passionate Career Counsellor from Greece, at the start of his doctoral journey and I, nearing the end of my doctoral studies in career development, instantly connected …

Radiation Roti: Unearthing Systemic Racism in Medical Research

The history of systemic racism is one that continues to cast a long shadow over nations around the world. The repercussions of past injustices often echo through time, disproportionately affecting ethnically diverse communities even in the present day. In recent news, the United Kingdom has been confronted with a painful chapter from the 1960s that …

An Open Letter to the Writer of “Tolerate Me for What I Am: A Colonial”

Dear Emeritus Professor, I hope this letter finds you well. I recently had the opportunity to read your commentary titled “Tolerate Me for What I Am: A Colonial.” This can be found here: https://www.timescolonist.com/opinion/comment-tolerate-me-for-what-i-am-a-colonial-7459582 Your words prompted me to reflect deeply on the complex and multifaceted issues that your piece brings to light. While your …

The Essence of Transformative Leadership: Amplifying Voices and Fostering Equity

In a world where leadership styles and approaches vary greatly, the concept of transformative leadership has emerged as a powerful force that not only promotes growth and progress but also cultivates an environment where every individual’s voice is valued and heard. This is beautifully encapsulated in the poignant quote by Andy Stanley, which emphasises the …