The JobPod

In this episode we talk to Daniel Harris, a film and art director who used to work at Sony Music.What we cover:What is the music industry and how do you break into itAn overview of the "Major Labels"How is a record label structured, and what are the different roles within themWho would this be right for? The expectation/ realityDan's best tips for getting into this industryWe cover so much in the episode. It's a tough industry to tap into if you don't know someone in it already. However, it is possible with hard work and a passion for music. It's clear that people chose this industry because they love it, and are not in it for the money.Dan shares his best advice for someone who wants to get into this world, and the tips could be career saving/ opening.Sony Music UK - https://www.sonymusic.co.uk/careers/internships/Handy links - https://www.theguardian.com/careers/find-job-music-industryQuestions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Harry Cliff, a Physicist at CERN and Author of How to Make an Apple Pie From Scratch.What we cover:What its like working at CERNWhat does it take to become a "Physicist" and what is the typical route to becoming oneJob prospects for a science graduate - working in Academia and Research vs a job in a bank or programming etc.Harry's best advice for students who love Science.Not only is Harry one of the nicest humans on the planet, and his YouTube videos have gained millions of views, but he's also super knowledgable about options and gives us a fantastic insight to becoming a Physicist.One of the key take aways in this is the options and job prospects you have after completing a science based degree or even a PhD. He even comments on what he was like at school and offers his best advice for students who are considering doing a Science degree. It's all very helpful and a lovely listen.Enjoy!CERN - https://careers.cern/Harry's book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Make-Apple-Pie-Scratch/dp/1529026199YoutTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbgme1XF_U51KPbwCrL-XQQ Beyond the Higgs - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edvdzh9PgggTedTalk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWPFJgLAzu4&t=498sNational careers service - https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/physicistQuestions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Alex, a Police Office in the Met Police.What we cover:What its like working in the Police, realities/ expectationsThe different units within and endless options to transferAlex's journey into the Police, and his best adviceHow to become someone at Luther's level (DCI)If you've ever watched Luther, and thought "How did he get into this position?" Then listen up, as Alex explains perfectly how so.The Police force in the UK is enormous, and the Met Police take care of the London area. Alex has some fantastic insights and tips if you're considering or just curious about getting this career path. It's super super helpful.Met Police Careers - https://www.met.police.uk/car/careers/Questions and comments - sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Luke Squires, Director of Fundraising at Bowel Cancer UK.What we cover:What its like working in a charityLukes journey into fundraisingHow a charity is structured and how it functionsThe different opportunities you could do within a charitySo, as it happens, you can get paid to work in a charity as Luke rightfully explains and justifies.If you're at a crossroad with working for a company without a purpose, working within a charity could well be the answer for you.Luke's role at Bowel Cancer UK is to help maintain and grow funds for the charity so they can not only exist, but continue to do the brilliant work in research and care they provide.Bowel Cancer UK - https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/Questions and comments - sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Tash from Sanctus.What we cover:What do Sanctus do?Tash’s journey and affinity towards mental healthImportance of mental health in the work placeOther roles within a mental health businessWhat you would get out of working in SanctusSo, it turns out you don’t just have to be a psychiatrist to work in mental health, due to businesses popping up and offering different services.  Tash is making it easy for employees to talk about their mental health.Think of Sanctus as a mental health gym, for a business.Tash's role as a Partner Development Lead is to represent Sanctus, and make sure the businesses she works with are all happy.This is as raw as you get, we cover all sorts in this episode.Sanctus - https://sanctus.io/Questions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Julia, who works in HR at Charlotte Tilbury.What we cover:What is HRWhy is HR important, and what role does in play in businessJulia’s route into Charlotte TilburyThe different roles within a beauty companyJulia’s best advice for someone thinking about getting into HRHR is an important part of all business. Most companies will have a HR department, unless they outsource it.Julia gives us a fantastic insight into her role in HR, and we touch upon other positions within a beauty company, and positions which you may have not even thought exist! Like a quality control manager who test the products...Charlotte Tilbury - https://www.charlottetilbury.com/ukNational careers services - https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/human-resources-officerHandy links:https://www.theguardian.com/careers/forums-best-of-the-forumsQuestions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Jordan, a Quantity Surveyor at AECOM.What we cover:What is quantity surveying?The typical route inOther positions within a large multi-national engineering firmWho is this role right forJordans best bits for getting into quantity surveyingWe touch upon the different types of surveying tooQuantity surveying, believe it or it, is not the same at land surveying, or property surveying, building surveying etc...Jordan works closely with everyone in the construction process, from architects, to plumbers, to builders etc. His role covers a lot of bases, and he explains the role he plays in all of this very clearly. AECOM - https://aecom.com/National careers service - https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/quantity-surveyorHandy links https://www.theguardian.com/money/2006/feb/25/careers.work1Questions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com

In this episode we talk to Ana, a Software Development Engineer at Gousto.What we cover:What is software development and software engineeringHow it works in GoustoWhat is the typical route into software engineeringWhat other roles are there in a tech companyWho is the right person for a software engineering jobIn this episode, we learn that you don’t just have to be good at Maths to become a software engineer, but you need a logical thinking brain.Ana breaks down the different roles within a tech company, and explains her role very clearly. It’s a fun and progressively industry, and if you dig a bit deep into this world, you’ll learn there are sub-sectors within every other industry.Gousto website - https://www.gousto.co.uk/Handy links:Getting into software engineering - https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/software-developerOther handy links - https://www.theguardian.com/careers/ten-signs-career-coding-software-development-right-for-youQuestions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com