Episodes

  • How do Applicant Tracking Systems work behind the scenes, an interview with HR Tech expert Sarah Fennessey
    Nov 3 2024

    In this episode, Leah and her ex-colleague, Sarah Fenessey, Principal Consultant from TQ Solutions talk about all things Applicant Tracking Systems.

    Sarah is an HR tech specialist with significant experience working with clients to select, implement and optimise Applicant Tracking Systems including PageUp, SmartRecruiters, Cornerstone and other platforms. Prior to working in HR Tech, Sarah also had a long career working in recruitment roles including agency and in-house positions.

    In this episode, Leah and Sarah discuss the following:

    👉 Sarah's transition from recruitment into HR tech
    👉 How Applicant Tracking Systems (ATSs) are used during the screening process?
    👉 What companies are using this type of software in the recruitment process?
    👉 What are the different ways that employers are using ATSs to save time in the recruitment process?

    This is an episode that you don't want to miss if you are wondering how ATS's work and what goes on behind the scenes in the recruitment process.

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    28 mins
  • Careers in Data Analysis, AI and Machine Learning, with Virginia Wheway
    Oct 23 2024

    In this episode, Leah interviews Virginia Wheway, an expert in analytics, machine learning and developing business strategies for data and analytics functions.

    Virginia has 35+ yrs' experience across many industry sectors, including aviation, transport, manufacturing, medicine and futures trading including two decades of experience in senior leadership roles.

    Virginia holds a PhD in data mining (statistics and computer science), a Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) from the University of Wollongong, a Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology from the University of Newcastle and a Graduate Certificate in Change Management from AGSM (UNSW). Virginia has also undertaken postgraduate study in Executive Management at The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania)

    In this episode, Leah and Virginia discuss:

    👉 How Virginia came to choose a career in mathematics and statistics

    👉 What a typical day might look like for an entry-level data analyst versus someone more senior

    👉 The best training for someone wanting to pivot into a data career

    👉 What is taught in an AI/machine learning postgraduate course

    👉 What sort of roles will use AI/machine learning skills

    👉 The digital skills most in demand right now

    👉 Whether a background in mathematics is essential to work with data

    👉 Virginia's advice for someone interested in moving into this field

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    31 mins
  • Renewable Energy Careers, with Erin Coldham, Chief Development Officer at Southerly Ten
    Sep 18 2024

    In this episode, Leah spoke to Erin Coldham, Chief Development Officer at Southerly Ten, about the different types of career opportunities available for those interested in working on a large renewable energy project such as those managed by Southerly Ten.

    Southerly Ten is a specialist offshore wind energy developer for Australia and New Zealand, from the team behind Star of the South and is backed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). Southerly Ten's mission is to advance a local offshore wind industry and leave a positive legacy of clean energy for future generations.

    Leah and Erin discussed the following:

    👉 Southerly Ten and the projects on the horizon

    👉 Examples of the types of roles required to complete such a large offshore wind project (both technical and non–technical)

    👉What types of backgrounds will be required

    👉 Examples of individuals who have successfully transitioned from other industries/projects into offshore wind and whether study is required

    👉 What could someone interested in moving into renewable energy/offshore wind do to improve their chances of transitioning into this industry

    👉 Resources and job boards for those interested in renewable energy careers

    Additional resources:

    Southerly Tean website - https://southerlyten.com.au/

    Clean Energy Council - https://cleanenergycouncil.org.au/

    Green Jobs Job Board - https://greenjobs.com.au/

    ARENA - https://arena.gov.au/projects/?project-value-start=0&project-value-end=200000000

    AEIC wind farm and solar farm maps - https://www.aeic.gov.au/energy-projects-and-infrastructure

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    24 mins
  • A Creative Portfolio Career, with actor, writer, producer and coach, Fiona Harris
    Jul 14 2024

    Have you ever dreamt of a creative portfolio career as an actor, writer, coach or speaker?

    Fiona Harris has had a successful career doing all of the above.

    Fiona is a multifaceted talent in the Australian entertainment industry and is known for her extensive work in television, comedy, theatre, and writing. Her television credits include roles in popular Australian series such as The Beautiful Lie, Upright, and Offspring, as well as co-writing and co-starring in sketch comedy shows like Skithouse and Comedy Inc.

    Fiona has penned 19 books over the last decade, including adult fiction novels, children's series, and memoirs as well as being a regular on ABC 774 and a motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, and corporate host.

    She is currently working on several new writing projects, developing two television shows, and preparing to launch a corporate communications business with her husband, Mike McLeish, to assist individuals in corporate to amplify their presentation skills and audience engagement.

    In this epsiode, Fiona and Leah discuss the following:

    👉 How Fiona came to pursue a creative career?

    👉 The obstacles she had to overcome to get her first break

    👉 Fiona's greatest career highlights and lowlights

    👉 The traits required to have a successful career as a creative

    👉 Fiona's current creative projects

    👉 Fiona's advice to others considering a career as a writer or author

    If you would like to find out more about Fiona, see below:

    www.fionaharris.com

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-harris-19167014/

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    31 mins
  • A Career Change Journey from Marketing Director to Divorce Coach, an interview with Amy Voller
    Jul 4 2024

    In this episode, Leah interviews Amy Voller from Ripple Resolutions about her career journey from Marketing Director to Divorce Coach.

    In this episode, Leah and Amy discuss:

    • Amy's own career journey from working in senior marketing roles in Australia and Germany to retraining to become a Divorce Coach
    • The difference between divorce coaching and mediation
    • How Amy discovered that this was her calling and how she went about researching the industry
    • The challenges that Amy's clients have to overcome from a career perspective after going through a divorce
    • Amy's advice for anyone women considering a divorce

    If you are interested in finding out more about Amy and her work as a Divorce Coach, see links to her LinkedIn Profile and website below:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyvoller/
    www.rippleresolutions.com

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    35 mins
  • What's happening in the job market right now, an interview with Executive Recruiter, Matt Simpson
    Jun 14 2024

    In this episode, Leah interviewed Executive Recruiter, Matt Simpson, from Blackbook Executive about what he has been seeing in the job market over the last few months and why it seems so hard right now for some candidates to land an interview.

    Matt co-founded specialist recruitment agency Blackbook Executive in 2011 with the intention of providing a highly specialised and personal recruitment consulting service to individuals and businesses across Australia and New Zealand. He has over 25 years of recruitment experience in the UK and Australia with various recruitment agencies. Matt has actively recruited for major names such as Asahi Beverages, Inghams, Mondelez, Fonterra, McCormick Foods, McCains and Tassal, to name a few.

    In this episode, Leah and Matt discussed:

    • What Matt is seeing and hearing in the job market right now
    • Why it seems so tough in some industries to get an interview
    • An insight into life as a recruiter the volume of applications they are working with
    • How candidates can best engage with recruiters and how they should stay in touch
    • What recruiters are looking for when shortlisting for a role
    • How candidates can cut through the noise to stand out in a competitive market

    To find out more about Blackbook Executive - https://blackbookexecutive.com.au

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    30 mins
  • Navigating a Career Change from Corporate to Sleep Coach, an interview with Carla Butler
    Jun 2 2024

    Carla Butler, Sleep Coach from Ora Sleep Coaching, is passionate about helping burnt out professionals improve their lives through managing stress and improving sleep.
    Carla believes that sleep is the key health pillar and is on a mission to arm as many people as possible with the knowledge of how important sleep is and how to fix it.

    In this episode, Leah interviews Carla about her career journey from working in stressful corporate jobs to becoming a Sleep Coach and Health & Wellness advocate and how she now helps stressed out business owners, athletes, shift workers and employees to get a better sleep.

    In the episode, Leah and Carla also discuss:

    • Why sleep is so important
    • How lack of sleep impacts people at work
    • What happens when we don't get adequate sleep
    • Tips for getting a better night’s sleep
    • How Carla can help someone suffering from insomnia or lack of quality sleep

    For resources mentioned in the podcast:

    Huberman Lab Podcast

    Book - Why We Sleep - Matt Walker

    Podcast - Why We Sleep - Matt Walker

    Sleep Health Foundation

    Carla's sleep quiz

    For further information about Carla and the work she does, you can follow her as follows:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlabutler/
    https://www.orasleepcoaching.co/coaching

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    28 mins
  • Rise of the Interim Executive with Executive Recruiter, Jacinta Whelan
    May 23 2024

    In this episode, Leah interviews Jacinta Whelan, a partner with Watermark Executive Search and co-author of The Rise of the Interim Executive.

    Jacinta is an award-winning author, thought leader and popular speaker on the concept of Interim Executives, Portfolio Careers and future ways of working. She leads the Melbourne office of Watermark and has over 25 years’ experience starting and leading Interim businesses in Hong Kong, New York and Australia.​

    Jacinta advises corporates and governments on the Executive Interim marketplace. She is regularly asked to speak to Boards and business leaders looking to stay abreast of the way organisations are engaging executive talent. ​

    In this episode, Leah and Jacinta discuss the following

    • Can you explain the meaning of ‘Interim Executive?
    • What are the advantages of working as an interim executive?
    • Who is interim work most suitable for?
    • Challenges of working as an interim executive?
    • What skills do you need to be successful?
    • What should someone considering an interim career need to think about?

    For further resources or to buy The Rise of the Interim Executive book, see the links below:

    https://www.watermarksearch.com.au/disciplines/interim-executive?source=google.com

    https://www.theinterimexecutive.com.au/

    If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session.

    If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at leah@relaunchme.com.au to make a suggestion.

    If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice.

    Thanks for listening.

    www.relaunchme.com.au

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    33 mins