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Polly Ingestre (a.k.a CVLadyUK) talks to people from all walks of life, exploring a range of different professions, their journey into the workplace and lessons learnt along the way.www.mrfgconsulting.com@CVLadyUK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 2 weeks ago37 min
Andrew Tucker – Wagyu Beef Farmer
Andrew has built a fascinating career by embracing every opportunity that has come his way. After taking on the family farm, he and his family have developed a successful smallholding specialising in Wagyu beef. But farming is just one part of Andrew’s working life. He is also Director of Commercial at Badminton Horse Trials, where he plays a key role in delivering one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events each year.This is a brilliant conversation full of honest advice, particularly for anyone who feels unsure about their career path. Andrew’s story is a great reminder that careers don’t always follow a straight line - sometimes you simply have to take the opportunities that come your way and see where they lead.Find out more about Andrew here: https://www.cotswoldwagyu.co.uk/our-farmFind out more about careers in wagyu beef farming here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-eight-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago31 min
Jamie Kenyon – Olive Oil Sommelier
Jamie is living proof of where saying yes to opportunities can take you! After deciding university wasn’t for him, he forged an unconventional career in climbing that took him around the world working on oil rigs. But in a remarkable career twist, Jamie has swapped crude oil for olive oil and is now building a successful business around his passion for the golden elixir. In this episode, he shares the story of his unexpected journey and why sometimes the best opportunities come when you least expect them.Find out more about Jamie here: https://somethingelseoliveoil.com/Find out more about careers in olive oil and crude oil here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-eight-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
Jesse D’Ambrosi – Food Entrepreneur
Jesse is the owner of one of the Cotswolds’ most sought-after fine food shops, attracting everyone from local food lovers to celebrities with her exceptional produce and infectious passion for good food.But running a much-loved food business is just one chapter of Jesse’s story. Originally from America, she has travelled the world, embraced every opportunity that has come her way and built an incredibly varied and adventurous career along the way.Jesse brings a wealth of experience, plenty of energy and lots of brilliant advice for anyone who dreams of stepping outside their comfort zone, embracing opportunities and creating an adventurous life of their own.Find out more about Jesse here: https://www.dambrosi.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago55 min
Kay Hannam – Director of Forensics for Thames Valley Police
Kay always thought her childhood passion for medicine had mapped out her future, until a chance encounter with a forensic scientist changed everything! In this fascinating episode, Kay speaks candidly about the unexpected twists and turns of her career and takes us behind the scenes of forensic science, revealing what it’s really like to collect and analyse crime-busting evidence for Thames Valley Police.Find out more about Kay here: https://tvpcareers.co.uk/from-forensic-scientist-to-director-kay-hannams-career-journey/Find out more about careers in forensics here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-eight-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago26 min
Nathan Scarlett – Chef
Nathan is not just a chef – he is an award-winning one, having been named Champion at the 2025 Good School Food Awards. His story is both inspiring and a brilliant example of how a career can take an unexpected turn when you discover what you’re truly passionate about.After starting his career in prestigious restaurants, Nathan realised that his real passion lay in creating delicious, nutritious food for schoolchildren. He made the leap, and the rest, as they say, is history.This is a must-listen for anyone considering a career as a chef, but also for anyone who thinks success means following a conventional path. Nathan proves that sometimes the most rewarding careers come from finding something you genuinely care about and running with it.Find out more about Nathan here: https://chefsinschools.org.uk/n-i/news/good-school-food-awards-chef-nathan-crowned-champion/Find out more about a career as a chef here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-eight-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
Simon Engelen – Insurance Underwriter
Ever wondered how you go from working in the media to underwriting some of the biggest risks in the marine and energy industries? Simon’s career journey has taken an unexpected turn into the fascinating world of insurance. Now specialising in marine and energy liability, he shares a brilliant insight into what underwriters really do, why the industry offers such exciting opportunities and what it takes to build a successful career in insurance.Find out more about Simon here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-engelen-9aab7514/Find out more about careers in insurance here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-eight-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 24, 20261h 1m
Jamie Lawson-Brown – Private Equity and Co-Founder of Codex Capital
I was absolutely delighted to interview Jamie after receiving thousands of requests to feature someone working in private equity and finance.In this episode, Jamie gives a refreshingly honest insight into what life in the finance world is really like. He also shares some invaluable advice for anyone hoping to break into the industry—including what they should be doing now to give themselves the best chance of success. And here's a surprise: it isn't securing an internship!If you're dreaming of a career in finance, this episode is an absolute must-listen.Find out more about Jamie here: https://codexcapitalpartners.com/Find out more about careers in private equity here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-seven-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 24, 202654 min
Joanne Yeoh – Animal Communicator
Whatever your views on talking to animals, I challenge you to put them to one side for the next hour as you listen to the remarkable Joanne Yeoh.After a successful career in the NHS, Joanne took a completely unexpected path, building a career helping people better understand their pets through animal communication. More recently, she has also dedicated her work to supporting owners as they navigate the difficult and emotional journey of end-of-life care for their beloved animals.Whether you're a sceptic, a believer, or simply curious, Joanne's story is a fascinating reminder that careers can take the most extraordinary and unexpected turns. A life well lived, indeed.Find out more about Joanne here: https://animalcommunicationinsights.com/ Find out more about careers in animal communication here: https://mrfgconsulting.com/season-seven-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Polly Ingestre (a.k.a CVLadyUK) talks to people from all walks of life, exploring a range of different professions, their journey into the workplace and lessons learnt along the way.www.mrfgconsulting.com@CVLadyUK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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