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Project YOU

Author: The College of Animal Welfare

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Thinking about your career, the wider sector and you - reflections on how to make the most of every chapter of your life.
> Hosted by Leighton Collins, Careers Officer at The College of Animal Welfare
73 Episodes
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Entrepreneurism

Entrepreneurism

2023-11-0833:34

Are you happy with the day job? Do you have thoughts and passions for your sector (or something else) - might you be able to make your own business or side gig and see where things go. Put your best dragon's den attitude on and think about what could be...
2 minutes to think about how you could change your world...
Will robots take your job??? Might AI make your job more enjoyable. Grab a cuppa and a biscuit, as we think about the impact technology will have on our working lives.
Careers & Technology

Careers & Technology

2023-11-0134:18

How will technology make our work better and more satisfying? Don't worry about the terminators coming for your job - they're not a patch on you!
2 minutes to consider ... how does politics, power and policy impact your work sector? What can you do about it?
Careers & Politics

Careers & Politics

2023-10-2529:30

Politics gets everywhere - what impact does it have on your work sector, your specific job and ... YOU? What can you do to speak to power and change the direction of travel?
Two minutes thinking about the biggest of the big picture - society. Does industry define society? Does society sculpt industry? Grab a cuppa and have a think...
Careers & Society

Careers & Society

2023-10-1837:10

Does society shape industry? Does industry shape society? What about 15-minute cities??? Grab a cuppa and take a listen...
When the oil, gas and coal is gone - what new jobs will exist? What will a traditional job like a lawyer or a builder look like ... Grab a cuppa and have a listen.
Green jobs - Are they a thing for the future? Maybe a job for science-fiction? How do you greenify a lawyer? Boil just enough water for a cup of tea and take a listen!
How does media (in all senses) have an impact on careers choices and job sectors. Pop the kettle on and find out more.
3 minutes to think about how the media can have an impact on our careers planning and choices. Do you know who the president of South Africa is? Do you know who won the last series of Love Island?
Challenging prejudice

Challenging prejudice

2023-09-2729:42

Is it enough to sack the sexists and reprimand the racists? To truly challenge prejudice, we need to be more positive, championing all, encouraging and celebrating acceptance. Be proactive and positive, rather than being reactive or ignoring matters.
How can you proactively and positively change your work environment to be more welcome, affirming and open? What might you need to do in the more negative moments?
A look at your rights in the workplace (or for your workers!) as well as a think about whistleblowing and your responsibilities as a worker.
Two minutes to think about your rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
Short thoughts on different stages of life and how they impact our careers choices.
Different ages, different career stages, different life stages - take a step back and self-reflect. Why are you where you are? Where do you want to go? Where have you come from?
Two minutes to think about how family and your community can influence the careers decisions you are making for yourself and others. Even - thinking about where your professional talents can benefit your community and home life.
How does your family circumstance influence and impact on your career choices? How are you influencing (or controlling!) younger family members and friends? What role does your community play in your career choice and HOW can you you enrich your community with your work skills & experience?
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