Graduate Compass

JumpStart

Cian O'Sullivan — Sat, 13 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Working in a start up can be an incredibly valuable way for many people to launch their careers.

In today's episode we speak to the co-founder of JumpStart Kabir Bali about his organisation that looks to help people get into the world of start ups through their graduate program.

You can learn more about Jump Start on their website https://www.jumpstart-uk.com/

From Accounting to Coaching

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Christy is a professional coach based in Canada, her work focuses on helping people across a variety of different aspects of life from nutrition and health to their careers. In this episode of Graduate Compass Cian speaks to Christy about her journey into this area, her love of helping and teaching and how starting out in accounting shaped her career journey.

From A-Level Disappointment to Studying a PhD at Oxford

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When Amit Halkhoree got his A-Levels he couldn't help be disappointed five years later he is on the verge of joining a prestigious PhD program at Oxford University and has built up a massive online following making online content for students. Listen to this live episode of Graduate Compass recorded live on TikTok as his Amit talks about his journey through the sciences to PhD level.

You cam follow Amit on TikTok @Amithalk shorturl.at/vyX28

1000 Years of Career Advice Part 2

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000

In part 2 of this episode Cian chats to Paul Murphy the author of Paul Murphy author of 1000 years of career advice about his career, why he wrote the book and answers questions submitted via social media.

You can learn more about Paul, his book and other resources here https://www.1000yearsofcareeradvice.com/

1000 Years of Career Advice part 1

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Paul Murphy author of 1000 years of career advice speaks to Cian about his career, why he wrote the book and advice for graduates. Part 1

You can learn more about Paul, his book and other resources here https://www.1000yearsofcareeradvice.com/

From not studying to studying a Masters degree

Cian O'Sullivan — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Hannah Walton is talking an unusual career path, in September 2022 she will be starting her Masters of Science in Mental Health and Well being in Education having never previously studied in Higher Education. Instead she was excepted onto the course based on her wealth of professional experience, as she used her experience of education and her willingness to try and help people like her to start up the One Third Project. In this interview Cian speaks to Hannah about her journey, what the One Third Project is and how she started it to where it now has over 100 volunteers. You can learn more about the One Third Project below or follow Hannah on Twitter @UnlikelyStudent

https://www.onethirdproject.co.uk/

From Studying Spanish and Italian to Working as Freelance Journalist

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 14 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When Dan went to uni he really wanted to study journalism but didn't think he could do it so studied languages instead. Little did he know that languages were his gateway to travel and that his career in journalism was not too far away.

From Studying English and History to working as an Account Director

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When Amy didn't get her first choice for her degree (a business degree) she had to figure out how else to move forward with her career. After studying English and History as her undergraduate and with a masters degree in English under her belt an internship in a newspaper seemed to be a road into journalism but actually set her on a career into the world of marketing and advertising.

From Studying Commerce and French to being a Restaurant Owner

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Jeff grew up working in the service industry and developed a love for it. He decided to go to college and study Commerce and French but after a little while working in other areas he felt drawn back into the industry. A fire in a building in Cork City would give Jeff the unexpected chance of opening his own business. And so www.koto.ie was born.

From Studying Physics to working and studying in a Virtual Reality lab

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When Kornelius went to university it was with an open mind that he would do something in physics, he is now at the forefront of research into the world of virtual reality and its use to help people with chronic pain.

From Studying Games Design and IT Sciences to becoming a Tech Entrepreneur

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When Cormac went to college it was with an interest in designing games. But while learning the IT skills for a career like this would demand he realized he now had the skill set to apply his new skill set in a much more broad manner. But the life of being a Tech Entrepreneur doesn't come easy, 50 rejections in a row would spark an idea that would launch his business. You can visit his site now at www.mastered.ie

From Studying Graphic Design to working in UX/UI

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

@FeenaOSullivan (TW) studied Graphic design as she loved being creative but as she began her career she found more joy in the creativity of problem solving and found herself being drawn more into User Experience Design (UX), and User Interface Design (UI)

From Studying Government and Political Science to working in Nutrition

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000

After leaving his first course after school because it wasn't working out Tim O'Leary took some time to figure out what he was going to do next. The service industry, personal training and MMA along with his own health issues would slowly shape his career in the world of Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing.

Now the owner of elevated-lifestyle.com Tim works with Clients all over the world. You can follow Tim on Instagram @elevatedlifestyle_coaching

From Studying Primary School Education to working as a Tutor and in Knowledge Exchange

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When Sophie was studying for her degree in Primary Education. She loved teaching but didn't think the mainstream system was for her which left her wondering what should she do next. Now she has a dual career as a Knowledge Exchange coordinator as well as running her own tutoring business.

From Studying Business to a career in Healthcare Management

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000

With an absolute love of helping people in another life Lisa might have been a Doctor, nurse or a paramedic but coming from a business background, her love of business and helping people would draw her into a career working in Healthcare management.

From Stuyding to be a Science Teacher to pursuing a career in Multimedia Journalism

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000

When @sunitadastidar qualified to be a science teacher she knew communication was her strength. One masters later and her career had turned on its head and she was now pursing a career as Multimedia Journalist. However Graduating in the middle of the pandemic made the transition ever harder, listen to Sunita's journey of how she has been finding it so far.

Note: Sunita will be hosting a free online event on the 12th of Feb 2021, Radio and Podcasting for Beginners. Radio and Podcasting for Beginners Tickets, Fri 12 Feb 2021 at 19:00 | Eventbrite

From a career in Biomedical Sciences to going back to college to Study Medicine

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Dr Therese Lynn originally followed a career in the world of Biomedical sciences. But after completing her Ph.D and spending a bit of time in the working world she realized she had a burning desire to go back to college to be a medical doctor.

From Studying Geography to having a dual career

Cian O'Sullivan — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

James Curran is the producer and presenter of the UK's biggest graduate careers podcast. The Graduate Job Podcast. In this episode he explains to Cian how his career started, and how he ended up with a dual career as careers coach and a consultant. www.graduatejobpodcast.com

Introduction to coaching and resilience (Part 1)

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000

The word coaching is often associated with sport, but did you know that people often use coaching in their working lives, often to help them achieve something specific or to help improve their work performance. In todays episode Cian speaks to his own coach Gill Casson, about the world of coaching and how to be more resilient.

(Note: If you are interested in speak to Gill about being coached by her, you can email your contact info to info@graduatecompass.ie and we can pass it on to Gill).

From Studying Graphic Design to Working in the Service Industry

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000

By the time Patrick got to the end of his time studying Graphic Design he knew it was no longer for him. After deciding to get a job as a kitchen porter he got his first taste of working in the service industry and quickly fell in love with the work involved in making an establishment a pleasure experience for customers. Now a Supervisor for Good Day Deli in Cork City (https://www.gooddaydeli.ie/) Patrick has found a career path he loves and in this episode gives a glimpse behind the curtain into what it takes behind the scenes to run a successful café.

How to Network when you don't know where your career is going

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Networking can be a stressful experience at the best of times, but it can be even worse if you don't know where your career is going and how it might benefit you. In this episode Cian speaks to marketing strategist Jeni Smith from https://www.networkingknowho.com/ about how to approach networking if you aren't sure which direction your career is going in.

From Saying Thank you to Talking about the Future of Graduate Compass

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000

With 2020 (finally) coming to an end. Cian says thank you for all the amazing support the show has received in its first half a year, and speaks about the future plans for 2021.

Follow the show on Twitter and TickTock @GraduateCompass

From Studying German and Computer Science to a career in Radio

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Multi award winning radio presenter @ScottMcgerty (IG/TW) talks about his unconventional career journey into radio. If you are someone who wants to follow their career passion this is one that is not to be missed.

From Wanting a Career in the Creative Industry to working in Pensions

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000

When James first planned to go to University in 1985 it was clear his future career would have to be something he loved and that allowed him to be creative. But he never could have guessed that the answer to both those requirements lay in the most unlikely of places....Pensions.

I don't know what to do next- Advice from Career Advisor Mark Yates

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Mark Yates is a career advisor with over 25 years experience working in career guidance. In this bonus episode Cian asks him for his advice for listeners who want to move forward with their career but don't know how. His seven points to help anymore move forward were.

1) Doing something is better than nothing

2) Your classmates can help you learn more about careers you like and don't like

3)So can your friends and family

4)Think about how you want to live, different careers have different lifestyles

5) Be prepared to fail

6) Seek advice

7) Develop a professional online identity

Learn more about Mark at https://www.careerfocusessex.co.uk/

From Studying various different subjects to working in Marketing in the Lobbying sector

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Chemical Engineering, Film, Electronic Engineering, Cartography, and finally Radio. Ken's journey through his undergraduate was as different and varied as it gets. But when he finally finished got his degree and found himself in London with £1000 in his pocket. He couldn't afford to be fussy, he needed a job and fast. He had no idea a career in marketing was just around the corner.

From Studying various different subjects to working in Marketing in the Lobbying sector

From Studying French and Spanish to working as an Associate Solutions Consultant (in the French speaking department)

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Niamh loved French and Spanish but when she graduated she didn't want to be a teacher and didn't want to be a translator. Listen to how Niamh's move into the business world helped her add different skills to her arsenal that would allow her go after a completely different type of job.

From Studying Sustainable Business Development to working as an Entrepreneur and Freelance Journalist

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Jo Linehan is one of Ireland's leading journalist on the topics of Fashion and Sustainability but she didn't always know what she wanted to do. Listen to her story about how she became not only a journalist but also an entrepreneur. Jo also runs the fantastic podcast 'The Futurist' which focuses on sustainable lifestyle, fashion and beauty brands. It can be found on her website http://www.jolinehan.com/the-futurist

From Studying English to an Alternative Career in Education

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Lisa's love of English led her to an undergraduate in it and then to start a masters in the same field, but while doing her masters she realized she had taken it as far as she could take it and decided to quit leaving her asking the question what next? She loved education but didn't know where she could fit in the system. She slowly began to find there were other jobs out there that interested her. More then 10 years on she has spent most of her time since working behind the scenes at various educational institutions, in a variety of different roles cultivating skills and pushing herself to grow. Helping learners with all the stuff that needs to be done but that is out of the limelight, the stuff that keeps our education system going in the background.

From Neuroscience to working in Marketing for a Charity

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

As Kate started to look to life after university in Leeds she wasn't 100% sure of what she wanted to do except she knew she didn't want to work in neuroscience. A bold change in direction would lead her to working in a number of different areas before landing a dream role in the charity sector.

From Tourism and Hospitality Management to working as a Student Wellbeing Advisor

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Adam went to University to follow his passion and to get a job in the area of his greatest hobby and interest. However he realized that jobs in this area were not what he thought they would be. A need to earn some money while studying would lead him to finding a career path he loved and was just as passionate about.

From Aeronautical Engineering to working in Airline Leasing

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Joni Struthers went to college learn how to build aircraft but a placement opportunity would give him a foot in the door of a whole other type of career in the airline industry he never even considered before.

From Studying Philosophy and Classics to working in HR

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Ayfa didn't study her degree straight after school but when she finally did she wasted no time and dove straight into her new academic life. So much that she ended up working in academia but when reality meant she needed to find a career path she was open to whatever came her way, and it turned out HR was a really great fit.

From Studying Finance to working as an Academic Advisor

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000

When Zach Horne got into an Ivy league school in the U.S.A. he was expecting to follow his degree subject into the world of work, but as he graduated he began to realize this wasn't the path he wanted to go down. A chance to go overseas would delay having to make a career decision but would also give him some alternative career ideas to explore.

From Business and French to working as a Technical Writer

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Ciara always wanted to find a career path she loved, and after years of working in the field of business in roles she didn't enjoy she realized she had to take a step back to find it. After following her passion and going back to college to study a masters degree in writing, it would be her lecturer who would suggest a career path that she had never heard of that would bring her business knowledge and her love of writing together at last.

From Media Production to working in Marketing

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000

When Josh Coles left university it seemed he had a future in the media all laid out for him having done everything he should have done to get his career behind the microphone going during his degree. However slowly he began to realize a career in the media wasn't for him and he would soon find himself in front of the microphone in a very different capacity.

From Psychology to High School Teacher

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Growing up in Canada Zac Greenwood always loved school. And after going University to study Psychology his love for education would lead him back to school. This time as a secondary school in Australia.

Show note: Any references to the term 'PD' refers to professional development

From Law to working as a Digital Accelerator in Accounting

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Rachel always knew she wanted to do Law, until she started studying it but it wasn't until she got her final degree grades that she decided that she needed to make a change. She became an accountant but volunteering for an office project would give her career a whole new trajectory.

From Creative Writing and Journalism to T.E.F.L. abroad

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

By the time Jack Arkell finished his joint honors degree in Creative Writing and Journalism, he knew that these were routes he didn't want to go down. But a nine month adventure working in Spain would soon give him the chance of pursuing a career he never considered, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) in South Korea.

From Music to Primary School Teaching

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Many students choose to do a degree in an area they are very interested in but pursuing a career in an area can be very different to studying it. Áine Collins still performs and loves music but her degree also showed her there was another path she was even more interested in for her career.

From English Literature to working in Cultural Events

Cian O'Sullivan — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Aaron Bowman went to university to study English Literature but ended up pursuing a career in cultural events. However it wasn't all smooth sailing and he had to find opportunities even when many might have said there weren't any.

From Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy to Software Sales

Cian O'Sullivan — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

After finishing her degree in Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy Sonja Straub initially set up her own practice. Despite the business being a success she decided over time she needed a new career path and started looking for alternative options. What does Sports Rehabilitation got to do with Software Sales? Well Sonja was asked this in an interview and had the perfect answer.

From Teaching to working in TV and Radio

Cian O'Sullivan — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Lucy Duffield has built a fantastic career in the UK's TV and Radio industries. However she originally went to University to become an English Teacher but when she realized it wasn't for her she was left wondering how she was going to forge her career path and what she was going to do next.

Where Graduate Compass came from and how it started

Cian O'Sullivan — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

This short bonus episode gives you a little background on the Graduate Compass podcast, the shows origins and of Cian O'Sullivan who presents and produces the show.

Graduate Compass Trailer

Cian O'Sullivan — Thu, 06 Aug 2020 11:15:00 +0000

What should you do if you don't know what to do after you finish your degree? Graduate Compass is a podcast dedicated to helping you figure it out.