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Espresso Exchanges Episode 51: Andrew Cleary

I caught up with Andrew Cleary, Manager of Employer Services at DeakinTALENT in Deakin University. With over a decade in recruitment and a deep understanding of the evolving job landscape, Andrew brings clarity, humility, and warmth to every conversation. From supporting students to navigating industry change, his journey reflects the power of people-first thinking in the world of work.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 47: Emily Sinclair

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Emily Sinclair, a recruitment consultant at gforce employment + recruitment, whose career path has woven through years of leadership in retail to her current role in the for-purpose sector. With a clear passion for people, Emily shared thoughtful insights on growth, purpose, and what it really takes to find (or help someone find) meaningful work.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 37: Saad Sami

I had the pleasure of discussing career pathways and networking with Saad Sami, a dynamic National Business Development Director with a background in chemical engineering. Saad shared insights into his career transition, the importance of networking, and his vision for the future.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 28: James Schlunke

Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking with James Schlunke, Graduate Program Manager at Capgemini. James shared his insights on managing a top-rated graduate program, the challenges he faces, and the strategies that have led to high levels of graduate satisfaction and success.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 24: Vinesh Balan

I sat down with Vinesh Balan, who shared the compelling story of his transition from Bangalore to Melbourne, his initiative Job Hunt 2.0, and his unique approach to mentoring migrant job seekers and international students.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 23: Liam Brown

This week, I had the enlightening opportunity to chat with Liam Brown, an Early Careers Talent Advisor at Grant Thornton Australia, who has a keen eye on the evolving landscape of accounting and advisory industry. He shared valuable insights on navigating early career challenges, industry trends, and offered sage advice for students.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 18: Gian Rinaldo

I had the pleasure of discussing the nuances of talent acquisition with Gian Rinaldo, a seasoned Talent Acquisition Specialist at NAB. Gian shared invaluable insights into recruiting early career professionals and fostering leadership within his team.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 14: Libby Haynes

I had the pleasure of engaging with Libby Haynes, Program Manager for Early Careers at SEEK, who shared invaluable insights into managing graduate programs and fostering new talent in the corporate world.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 5: M. Umar Khan

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with M. Umar Khan, a fellow player at the Deakin Cricket Club and a penultimate-year student at Deakin University studying Master's in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. Umar shared his insights as an international student navigating the challenging job market in Australia and his entrepreneurial ambitions.
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Espresso Exchanges Episode 4: Vedha Dhuri

This week, I had the enriching opportunity to speak with Vedha Dhuri from Deakin TALENT, Deakin University's innovative career development service. Vedha, with her extensive experience in career development and unique insights as a former international student, shared valuable perspectives on the evolving workforce and practical advice for students.
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