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Working On It
Working On It
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Welcome to Working On It!
NTU Employability’s careers-based podcast, helping you answer the ultimate question of what’s next for you and your degree!
A collection of conversations between employers, graduates and students, discussing anything and everything employability, equipping listeners with the necessary knowledge, skills and attributes needed to navigate their own career path.
NTU Employability’s careers-based podcast, helping you answer the ultimate question of what’s next for you and your degree!
A collection of conversations between employers, graduates and students, discussing anything and everything employability, equipping listeners with the necessary knowledge, skills and attributes needed to navigate their own career path.
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Join Seth and Diana as they catch up with recent NTU graduate Scott Bayliss; chatting all about his journey so far entering the world of work. Along the way, discussing the kind of opportunities he pursued whilst studying at university, the importance of looking after one's mental health, and pursuing a career different from your degree.
In this episode, Scott also talks about completing 5k every day for 2 weeks in order to raise awareness for mental health, as well as raising £515 for CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).
If you would like to donate to CALM or would like more information, visit https://www.thecalmzone.net
Join Paige and Seth as they speak to recent NTU graduate Tomi Jaiyeola; discussing a career in civil engineering, the advantages of doing a placement, and how having a plan can help you in your future career pursuits.
Join Paige and Seth as they catch up with recent NTU graduate Lizzie Baugh; chatting all about her studies, the Brackenhurst campus, riding for Team GB and last but not least, the possibility of one day competing at the Olympics!
Join Seth and Diana as they speak to NTU honorary graduate Emma Rice; chatting all about her experiences so far working in the world of theatre! From her time at Kneehigh Theatre Company and the Shakespeare Globe to her current role as Artistic Director of her own company, Wise Children; Emma not only discusses the different approaches, skills and attributes taken and needed when entering the world of work but tells us all about her latest show Wuthering Heights!
Plus Emma shares an exclusive promo code for £15 tickets for when the show reaches Nottingham Theatre Royal on the 26th -30th of April!
Join Rish and Seth as chat with recent NTU graduate Bekka McAndrew; discussing what it was like to study at Confetti, the process of producing a song as well as the ups and downs of pursuing a career in music.
Join Seth and Maddie (in her empcast debut) as they speak to NTU's very own Student Union President, Conor Naughton. Discussing placements, DJ'ing, Employability Awards and his journey so far entering the world of work.
Welcome to 'Let's Talk About...!'
Our brand new series where we ask questions to students and Employability staff members, getting their opinions and experiences on various topics.
In this episode, we give you a flavour of what you can expect in our upcoming series, talking about NTU's Rise support.
If you're an NTU student and want to know more about Rise, please visit ntu.ac.uk/rise.
Be sure to tune in after the Summer for more conversations!
Join Rish and Diana as they touch on some of the great advice given to us by our empcast guests! Discussing the role of WRL (Wider Resource Learning), and the ways in which we can acquire it. From societies to curriculum learning, this episode will allow you, the listener, to reflect on your own experience with WRL, preparing you for the world of work.
Join Paige and Pauline as they talk to Selina Gabriel about her journey as a recent NTU graduate. Exploring what it means to be a Catastrophe Risk Modeler, studying for a postgraduate and being part of the incredible organisation, Ladies that Lunch.
Join Greg and Pauline (making her empcast debut) as they talk to Esther Idoko, a recent NTU graduate and current masters student. Join us as we discuss visas, placements, interviews and decide whether a building is a grand or not so grand design.
Join Paige and Suzy as they talk to current NTU student, Joe Donnerstag. Discussing placements, NTU's Brackenhurst campus and the importance of extracurricular activities when it comes to gaining transferable skills.
Join Suzy and Diana as they talk to recent NTU graduate, Sam Williams and NTU’s very own Director of Education, Dr Chris Rolph. As they chat about their experiences with The Future You Internship Programme! Touching on past roles, transferable skills and the joys of remote working.
Join Rish and Diana as they talk to recent NTU graduate, Kayleigh Phillips and NTU’s very own Culture Manager, Helen Garrigan. As they discuss topics from the Future You Programme, available schemes and projects found within the arts and the issue of employment through the viewpoint of both an employer and employee.
Join Paige and Diana as they talk to Clare Branson about her journey as a recent NTU graduate. Discussing the Future You Programme, her new business and the importance of putting yourself out there! Find out more about Clare and her amazing illustration at her Instagram: clare.cecilia.studio.
Join Lorenzo and Seth as they talk to NTU’s very own Jake Turner, Business Advisor for Nottingham Trent University. Jake tells us about his very own struggles when it came to employability, the importance of experience and the interchangeable skills and attributes you can gain as you journey into the world of work.
Join Seth and Diana as they talk to Evie Hoggard about her journey as a recent NTU graduate. Discussing the role of Newark Radio presenter, career goals and aspirations, as well as the essentials needed for a successful online job interview.
Join Paige and Seth as they talk to NTU’s very own Joe Colman. Employability Advisor for the School of Arts and Humanities, Joe tells us all about the world of employment, creating a personal brand and a stand out CV.
Join Seth and Diana as they talk to Oyinkansola Adebayo about her journey as a recent NTU graduate. Discussing work placements, Niyo Enterprise, and her love for NTU’s Enactus.
Join Paige and Greg as they talk to Akil Hunte about his journey as a recent NTU graduate. Finding out about law, university, and the importance of LinkedIn for graduates entering the world of work.
Join Lorenzo and Seth as they talk to Rebecca Stow about her journey as a recent NTU graduate. Exploring what it means to be a freelance videogames writer, and the skills, knowledge and advice she gained during her time at university.




















