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A podcast to help you take control of your career & level up in the modern workplace. Join us as we interview industry experts, share knowledge and experiences and navigate the opportunities of the tech-industry. There's so many new career opportunities out there that are becoming more accessible and varied than ever before. So how do you make the most of it? How do you take control of what you want to do? We're here to learn from the mentors you wish you had, kickstart the professional network you want to build & gain the work besties (us) you'll never lose.
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- Why Relationships Matter in Product Marketing with Cisco Sara · 44 minIn this episode, we chat with Cisco Sara about what really drives success in Product Marketing – relationships. From building trust across product and design teams to influencing…
- Building a Design Portfolio & Online Identity · 1 h 6 minPortfolios aren’t what they used to be. In this episode, we (Gemma & Chloe) dive into the evolving role of portfolios across creative, tech, and product careers. From physical…
- How to Own the Stage: Public Speaking Tips for Any Situation with Melanie Surplice · 54 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 21Speaking with confidence can change everything — from career growth to personal influence. In this episode, we sit down with Melanie Surplice, a passionate public speaker and…
- Startups, AI & The Next Big Shift: What You Need to Know · 59 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 20AI is moving fast—are you keeping up? In this episode, we sit down with Fiona Wilhelm to unpack the rapid rise of AI agents, the explosion of AI startups, and what it all means…
- Breaking the Glass Ceiling: A Lawyers Journey from Sales to Justice · 48 min🎙️Episode Summary Lauren Dolman shares her inspiring journey of resilience, authenticity, and empowerment. From her transition between industries to publishing her book, Lauren…
- The Secret to Team Chemistry with Venessa Bennett · 53 min🔍 In this episode, we explore: • Why "good vibes" matter when building high-performing teams • The power of personal branding (without the cringe factor) • How to maintain…
- People First AI: Practical Applications with Fiona Wilhelm. · 50 minIn this Episode: • What is Human Centred Design? • How can we align our values to our Career • What Career Paths get us into AI • AI Adversion and managing Risks • Practical…
- Why do we fear success? Tall Poppy Syndrome & the ripple effect of standing out · 32 minFollow us on Socials! 📸 Instagram: @takingctrlpodcast 📸 Tiktok: @takingctrlpodcast In this Episode: - What is Tall Poppy Syndrome? - How can this impact our careers and…
- How Women are Changing the Definition of Modern Work · 43 minWe're super excited to have guest Peace Mitchell join us on Taking Ctrl! Peace Mitchell is a Publisher ,TEDx speaker, entrepreneur and Author. She is also the co-founder of The…
- Risk and Reward: How to present ideas that stakeholders love · 35 minFollow us on Socials! 📸 Instagram: @takingctrlpodcast 📸 Tiktok: @takingctrlpodcast Chloe and Gemma discussed the importance of understanding the reasons behind a 'no' in…
- How to Sell Technology: Storytelling through the lens of a Solutions Engineer · 53 minTalking all things Story-telling and how to sell technology to non-technical people. Robin Foster joins us as an experienced Solutions Engineer with advice on "how not to tell a…
- Building Self-Confidence and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Ashleigh Paholek · 51 minWe're super excited to have guest Ashleigh Paholek join us on Taking Ctrl! Ash is the founder of Tier Society, an organisation that aims to empower women+ by cultivating…
- Making the most of Grants, Scholarships and Learning Budgets · 37 minHello Listeners! Today's topic talks about how to make the most out of what resources are available to help better your career. Whether that be applying for grants, scholarships…
- Finding your Community and Staying Relevant with Design Leader Ermi Mendoza-Isais · 36 minToday with chat with Ermi Mendoza-Isais, a Design Mentor, Leader and Product Designer. Ermi has had a significant impact in the Design Community in Australia as one of the…
- Designing with Impact: Why technology needs more inclusive design with Michelle Ou · 49 minToday we chat with Michelle Ou and her inspiring journey from optometry to technology consulting. We explore her career pivot, the transformative power of inclusive design, and…
- Becoming a Leader, Adapting to Change and Personal Growth with Justin Hennessy · 51 minToday we chat with Justin Hennessy, talking all things Leadership, Growth and what advice we'd tell our younger selves about our careers with what we know today. ABOUT JUSTIN…
- Unlocking Brand Guidelines & Design Systems · 38 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 2In this episode we discuss all things brand identities and explore some of the differences between brand guidelines and design systems. Digging deeper into what each other…
- Product Knowledge: Beyond the Buzzwords · 37 minIn this episode, we continue our conversation on some of the nuances and acronyms you might find while working in a Technology or Product Business. Follow us on Socials! 📸…
- Evolving your Perspective on Leadership & Growth · 33 minIn this episode, we discuss leadership and growth. We chat and reflect on personal stories and share opinions which have helped evolve our own perspectives. Follow us on…
- Articulating Design Decisions: How to Sell your Creative Ideas to others · 28 minHave you ever had to explain why you went a particular way with your designs, to people who have absolutely no clue? That sounds like a typical day for almost any creative…







