Careers & Mental Health Conversations

Amy talks through two separate scenarios she has experienced where the smallest conversation can changes someone's whole mood and day, on this week's Friday Rant

Damon Millard is an incredibly courageous and inspiring individual. As the current Player Welfare Manager at Brisbane City FC, he share his insights into the impact of mental wellness in Australia's sporting industries as well as opening up to Tina about his own amazing journey with mental illness as a young father and his ongoing road to recovery. Damon's' story is emotional and raw, and he should be commended for taking the time to give a very real insight into the reality of mental health within our communities. If you are listening to Damon's story and you would like help for yourself or someone else, please make sure you reach out to your GP or professional organisations such as Life Line on 13 11 14. You can learn more about Damon's role as a Player Welfare Manager at https://www.brisbanecityfc.com.au/news/city-to-lead-in-player-welfare-with-commencement-of-new-program-lead/

It's QLD Mental Health Week, and we want to share with you a little but more about just a few of the 250 + events organised between Oct 6th - 14th, and why we strongly encourage you to get involved. For more information about all the events in your area, visit https://www.qldmentalhealthweek.org.au/

Ron Malhotra is a renowned global leader, author and speaker who speaks to Sally about prevalence of and big picture regarding mental health in the workplace. personal development, setting up businesses for long term success, how cultures are formed and much much more. Find out more at https://www.ronmalhotra.com/

Wes Vasile, Co-founder of the Walk For Awareness & Mental Awareness Foundation, talks about the upcoming walk on October 7th, what to expect, why you should attend and much more about this amazing initiative. Learn more about the walk at: http://walkforawareness.org.au/

Tric Gibson is an experienced and renowned stress and anxiety Psychologist, and she talks to Sally about the impact of mental health on individuals in the workplace, tips on how to reduce stress, why 'safe' workplaces are important, leadership and much more

On RUOK? Day, our CEO Sally talks us through the ways you can approach someone with this simple, yet vital question, and the importance of putting fear to one side and being able to pluck up the confidence to ask this if required.

Sally Healey talks us through what is involved in the CHC81315 Graduate Certificate Career Development Practice, including who it is suited to, how long it goes for, the way you can undertake it and potential outcomes. Listen in and learn more via https://www.careerdevelopmentcentre.com.au/graduate-certificate-career-development-practice/

We share what we learnt after to listening to Osher Gunsberg talking about his own story and journey on his Podcast, in regards to Mental Health

Nick Sutherland talks to Tina Winchester about his background including being discharged from the Army, and ultimately how he went on to create MyndFit, an organisation designed to teach people how to be mentally fitter, healthier and stronger. Nick shares his thoughts and experiences in relation to meditation, exploring philosophies that have helped shape him, buddhism and more, whilst helping to create a shift and change the perspective on how mental health is perceived. Learn more about MyndFit at https://www.myndfit.com.au/

Jared Tredly recently moved to an international recruitment firm in New York, after over 8 years of technical & design experience with notable Australian recruitment agencies. He talks me through the challenges he has overcome with packing up his life and moving, the difference in recruitment styles between NY & QLD, tips on how to secure a role overseas whilst expanding on the importance of building a personal brand

Pat and Tina discuss the pitfalls of parents paying for their kids to receive 'Fornite' online gaming tutoring, and why this is a bad idea!

TradeMutt boys, Ed & Dan, speak to Tina about why they started their loud workwear collection and share their fresh approach on why it is important to speak up about mental health. This is a vibrant, fun and in-depth conversation on why we should remove the term 'stigma' and how we can all help to normalise mental health and raise more positive conversations with those mates, co-workers, family members and those that need it the most. Find out more at: https://trademutt.com/

Jessica Hando is a recruitment professional with experience working with major multi national agencies, who is now a Division Leader at Humanised Group on QLD. Jessica sits down with our CEO Sally, for an in-depth discussion about the modern recruitment process and how to manage it, the challenges that recruiters face in trying to help candidates, looking out for the mental health of job seekers, the importance of core values, understand emotional intelligence the need for life long learning and keeping up with technology.

Tim talks with Sally about the journey of leaving a stable career to start a new business, dedicated to utilising staff more effectively, or as he says, making better use of the 'happily employed'. Tim is revolutionising his industry, however he also shares some amazing advice on the need for constant self training, getting innovation right in business, empowering staff, embracing technology and why school leavers shouldn't fear or worry about trying to have their career path all sorted before they even begin. This is a hugely insightful conversation full of wisdom and insights into the mind of an entrepreneur who is hugely passionate about changing his industry for the better. You can find out more about Bench On at https://www.benchon.com.au/

We tell you everything that you need to know about the Mental Health First Aid Course. From what is involved, how long it runs for, who it is suited to, what to expect, to how to find out more information and why you should do it. This is the best source of information to find out everything you wanted to know about MHFA

Sally Healey joins the Friday Rant this week to discuss how frustrated she is at Baby Boomers always whinging & ranting about Milleinials. She think their time is better spent speaking with them & offering mentoring. Listen up, its a good one

Nerissa Chaux from FiltaGlobal talks to us about the 'evolution of the Australian workforce.' We discuss everything from changing careers trends, understanding & working with Millenials, the benefits of off-shoring as well as deep diving into Nerissa's deep love for her job of helping Australian businesses flourish.. This is must listen and Nerissa brings heaps of energy and passion to our conversation. Learn more about FiltaGlobal at http://www.filtaglobal.com/

In this week's Friday Rant Amy & Pat discuss the new types of careers that are emerging, and how some of the newest jobs that are highly sought after, weren't ever around 10 years ago. If you cannot find your ideal career, is it time to start thinking outside the box?

Mitch McPherson founded 'Speak Up Stay ChatTY after he tragically lost his brother, Ty, to suicide in 2013. Tina talks to Mitch about what he has been through, why talking about suicide and 'speaking up' is so important and how we can all keep an eye on each other, and most importantly, speak to each other and recognise the warning signs. This is an emotional yet powerful episode on the importance of talking about and creating more awareness around suicide prevention and mental health. Stay ChatTY Organisation: https://staychatty.com.au/