Are you wondering how to turn your global career experience into a powerful advantage after returning home? You're not alone — and this episode will show you exactly how to navigate this life and career transition with confidence.

In this episode, I sit down with Margot Andersen, leadership strategist, founder of TalentInsight Australia, and InSync Network Group.

Margot shares her extraordinary career path from rural Queensland to London’s bustling business scene — and the emotional, professional, and strategic challenges she faced coming home to Australia.

We dive deep into:
 ✨ How to leverage your international experience when returning home
 ✨ Overcoming hidden career hurdles for expats
 ✨ How to position yourself for the local job market
 ✨ Managing emotional and financial transitions
 ✨ The critical role of shared experiences and community
 ✨ Networking smarter — not harder — after a global career
 ✨ Why strategic career positioning is your secret weapon

If you're a returning expat, planning a global move, or feeling stuck in your career, this is a must-listen episode full of actionable insights and inspiring real-world advice.

⏰ Episode Breakdown:

⏳ 00:00 Introduction & Welcome
⏳ 00:09 Early Career Journey
⏳ 01:36 Moving to London & Career Shift
⏳ 05:59 Returning to Australia Challenges
⏳ 09:33 Building New Ventures
⏳ 12:24 Career Advice for Returning Expats
⏳ 23:54 Smart Career Positioning Techniques
⏳ 24:47 Storytelling & Context in Your Resume
⏳ 27:19 Emotional Side of Coming Home
⏳ 29:41 Navigating Recruiters & Career Gaps
⏳ 34:41 Managing Emotional and Financial Shifts
⏳ 38:10 Power of Networking and Shared Experience
⏳ 40:29 Final Career Advice and Life Lessons

🌟 About Margot Andersen:
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Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint

🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/

🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide

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