Send us a textIn this episode of The Student Guide, we sit down with Carley Luckett, a legal apprentice and host of the @ChristCentredPodcast to discuss the importance of living a purpose-driven life. Carley shares insights on confidence, taking feedback, and balancing rigorous schedules. We discuss the value of rest and gratitude, and how her faith plays a crucial role in maintaining authenticity and well-being. Carley also provides advice for young professionals entering the corporate...

Send us a textIn this enriching episode of The Student Guide Podcast Season 7 welcomes Natasha Minter, Founder and Creator of ModelMe, who shares her journey from fashion modeling to well-being advocacy. Natasha discusses the creation of brave spaces, importance of mentorship, and Model Me's new initiatives like mentoring and on-demand workshops. Joining the conversation, intern Josh emphasises self-awareness and staying true to oneself amid societal pressures. The episode delves into mental ...

Welcome to the final episode of Season 6 of the Student Guide! In this episode, we dive deep into the essentials of building a personal brand, especially on LinkedIn, with insights from our special guest, Mawuena, a LinkedIn content creator. Mawuena shares her experiences, tips for young professionals and students, and how her organisation, Corporate Collective, helps individuals navigate the corporate world. Additionally, she offers advice on avoiding common LinkedIn mistakes and emphasises ...

In this enriching episode of The Student Guide, we engage with Tolu Afelumo and Jeffrey on the critical topics of inclusion and mental health within student and professional environments. Tolu, founder of Tolu Wellspring, shares her journey and expertise on inclusive recruitment practices, culturally sensitive mental health interventions, and the SWIM model. G. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by BAME communities and highlights Young Minds, a charity dedicated to supporti...

In this engaging episode of The Student Guide, we discuss the significance of self-awareness, community support, and the importance of mental health in personal and professional development. Joined by Chartered Scientist and STEM Ambassador, Bamidele Farire, we explore her inspiring journey into biomedical science, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. We also share actionable advice for students from diverse back...

Join us in this engaging episode of 'The Student Guide' where we explore the power of self-awareness, persistence, and networking in shaping a successful career. Featuring career coach and youth advocate Jeffrey Manso, this discussion highlights their unique journeys, the impact of LinkedIn and the pandemic on career planning, and the importance of supportive communities. We delve into the challenges and strategies of career planning, especially amid the pandemic, and highlight the impo...

Join us in this captivating episode of The Student Guide, where we sit down with Nathan Tuft, Senior Youth Manager at The Roundhouse. Nathan shares his transformative 17-year journey in youth work, from his early volunteer days at the YMCA to his impactful role at The Roundhouse. Discover how Nathan and his team provide unparalleled support to young people in creative spaces, the importance of community involvement, and the ongoing challenges and successes in youth advocacy during and beyond ...

Dive into The Student Guide as we explore the inspiring journey of Afiba, a talented Data Scientist who began her career with a transformative internship at S&P Global. In this episode, Afiba shares her experiences from her time at the University of Leeds, where her passion for Data Science and machine learning was ignited, leading her to a dynamic role at PwC specializing in Natural Language Processing. Afiba discusses how she leverages AI to interpret and generate human language, her...

Embark on a new episode of The Student Guide featuring Ellise Gordon, a Junior UX Researcher, Masters Graduate, and Founder. Join us as Ellise guides university students on navigating graduation with abundant opportunities and choices. Discover the immense value of social science degrees and the versatile skill sets they offer. In this episode, we delve into these topics and more, with special insights from our MC of the Month, vidIQ. Tune in for a rich discussion on education, career paths,...

In this insightful session, we are honoured to host Dr. Dwain A. Neil, esteemed chairman of The Reach Society and recipient of the OBE in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his exceptional services to the British African Caribbean community. Join us as Dr. Dwain A. Neil, a seasoned professional with experience at Shell International Chemicals Company, unfolds the profound connection between knowledge and building a lasting legacy. As a public speaker and dedicated volunteer, Dr. Neil...

Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. In our upcoming episode of The Student Guide, we are thrilled to welcome Samuel Conley to the studio. Join us as we dive into a conversation with Sam, a passionate advocate for linking education to employment in the creative industries. About Samuel Conley: Sam is on a mission to connect young minds with opportunities in the...

Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. The Student Guide is kicking off Season 6 with a bang!  Join us for an incredible episode featuring the dynamic duo, Dr. Abigail and Donna, the powerhouse sisters behind SiSTEM.  SiSTEM connects and empowers women in STEM fields, making waves from early years to professionals.  Abigail, a biomedical science PhD, dives into...

50 episodes of The Student Guide! Who better to celebrate this amazing accomplishment with than the incredible  Indie Gordon? If you don't know Indie, she's a motivational speaker, coach, angel investor, and founder of the all-in-one safety app Halo. Basically she's like a modern day superhero! In this episode (and the season finale of season 5) Indie will be discussing the importance of following your passion (linking to our first episode), discussing her incredible journey and how she...

City Year UK do amazing work to support young people and their development (which is what  Pick Up The Mic is all about). We spoke with Kate and Jacob to learn more about the incredible work that they do with City Year, as well as find out more about why there are this episode's MC Of The Month. BetterHelp Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the...

Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored. We've got a new episode of The Student Guide, with new guests, updates and more. Introducing Asha Rakha, a full-time model and blogger with one objective: to help inspire the young generation. She sheds light on how a professional model can keep a routine in an unsteady and chaotic market through her content. We'll...

Kay Kukoyi is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and the CEO and Founder of Purposeful Group, a centre for learning focused on entrepreneurship, technology and digital skills, professional mentoring, and specialist workshops and programmes. We will be hearing from Kay and learning more about the importance of mindsets when it comes to freelancing, some of the concerns around success and failure and more! We'll also be finding out how the MCs Of The Month (Fiverr & The Freelancer...

On this episode of The Student Guide, we are joined by Aridja Kals, the host of  The Ardija Kals Show. Aridja is also a professional speaker, presenter AND events host. We'll be learning more about Aridja's podcasting journey, hearing about the power of mindsets, and finally learning about why Hayley Mulenda & Sterling Record are an inspiration for those looking to follow their dreams! Support the show

Prepare for another episode of podcasting because we've got Tee on the Student Guide! Tee is a current masters student, and the co-host of a Brunel Well-Being Podcast (called Let's Talk About It Brunel). We'll be learning more about how Tee has found joining the world of podcasting, as well as how our MCs Of The Month can support you if you want to start a podcast! Support the show

For the next chapter in The Student Guide, we'll be diving into the world of entrepreneurship. We've got Zion, the founder of Wislore (the new home of entrepreneurs), discussing his entrepreneurial journey as well as the advice he has for entrepreneurs at any stage. We'll be sharing why Brunel's Entrepreneur Hub are our MCs Of The Month Support the show

The Student Guide is back with a new episode. We'll be speaking with Amanda Shodeko, an actress born and bred in North London. She has featured in many projects, including commercials, short films and various voice acting productions. We'll be learning more about the importance of the arts as well as how the Roundhouse and Wac Arts can support your creative journey! Support the show

Emily & JP work for UniAdvocates, a service that acts as an impartial and confidential sounding board for students who may be experiencing difficulties (which may be affecting their mental health and well-being) by offering support to students. In this episode, we'll be learning about how UniAdovactes empower young people, as well as other resources (our MCs Of The Month) that support students and young people's mental health. Support the show

Welcome to Season 5 of Pick Up The Mic. We are joined by Dr Khadija Owusu, an award-winning Leader, Speaker and UK Junior Doctor. Khadija does a lot to support her community, including being the Founder of The Like Her Project (Ghana), Founding Member & Director of Programmes at Melanin Medics, an Ambassador at the GUBA-Enterprise and a Trustee for the charity Raising Futures Kenya. We'll be learning how Khadija is inspiring the next generation of medics Support the show

Welcome to the final episode of Season 4! We decided to end the season with the wonderful  Shania King-Soyza. Shania is a reporter, presenter, student, AND fellow podcaster (alongside her friend Julie). We'll be learning more about her journey with journalism and podcasting, as well as how our MCs Of The Month (Buzzsprout) can support you on your podcasting journey Support the show

Dr Pauldy Otermans, is an inspiring educationalist, global teacher, and female tech-leader. She co-founded Otermans Institute (OI) just over two years ago and has partnered with UNICEF, UNHCR camps, governments (UK-included) 3-countries, and other renowned NGOs like Bethlehem foundation and the billion-dollar Shiv Nadar foundation. In this episode, we'll be learning more about OI and how AI can help support students and their development. We'll also learn how Microsoft (our MCs) helps support...