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In this episode, Leah speaks to Sam Trattles, commercial negotiator and Founder of The Other Side of the Table. about why so many people struggle to ask for what they want at work and how to build confidence in negotiation. In this episode we covered the following key topics:  • Why negotiation feels uncomfortable    • Impact of avoiding negotiation    • How personality influences negotiation  • Building negotiation confidence    • Salary negotiation in internal and external recruitment  • Setting boundaries and negotiating workload  • Recommended negotiation resources    Useful Links:  Website: https://theothersideofthetable.com.au  Relaunch Me: https://relaunchme.com.au Find out more about Sam - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samtrattles/ Sam's Assessment - what's holding you back from asking - https://other-side.scoreapp.com If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah sits down with Sandy Milner, a sport scientist, former athlete, international marketer and mum, whose career spans 25+ years across elite sport, global brand partnerships, and human performance. After founding an award-winning global sport and lifestyle agency in London, Sandy returned to her first love: health, energy, and human performance. Today, she blends science-backed wellbeing principles with real-world corporate insight to help individuals and workplaces perform at their best. Sandy’s mission? To help busy professionals and organisations manage their energy, not just their time — because sustainable productivity starts with physiology, not a to-do list. In This Episode, We Cover: Sandy’s Career Journey How she moved from professional sport to global marketing, then back to human performance — and why helping people optimise their energy has become her life’s work. 1. Energy Management vs Time Management Why Sandy believes productivity is really an energy problem, not a time problem — and what this shift means for employees navigating fast-paced workplaces. 2. What Shapes Our Energy at Work The physical, mental, and lifestyle factors that influence daily energy levels — and how employees can identify their personal “energy drains” and “energy boosters.” 3. Everyday Habits That Boost Focus & Motivation Simple evidence-based adjustments anyone can make to improve stamina, concentration, and mental clarity throughout the workday. 4. When Organisations Run on Low Energy The common red flags: declining engagementreduced creativitypresenteeismhigher turnover… and the real cost when workplace energy is ignored. 5. What Leaders Can Do Differently Practical strategies leaders can adopt to build energised, resilient, high-performing teams — without burnout. 6. How Sandy Works With Individuals and Workplaces Sandy shares how she supports clients through: energy and wellbeing coachingworkplace wellbeing programsstress resilience trainingtailored consulting for teams and organisationsPlus: where listeners can learn more about Lifestyle Fizziology and her work. Connect With Sandy Website: https://www.lifestylefizziology.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-milner-98b93a14/?originalSubdomain=au If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

Margot Andersen is the founder of InSync Network Group - a community that supports globally experienced Australians to reconnect their careers, professional networks and lives when they return home. Through InSync, Margot has created an environment where returning expats can translate their international experience into local career success, whilst building genuine connections and confidence through events, learning programs, and the InSync Club. Margot is also the Director of TalentInsight Australia, a leadership and workforce advisory business that partners with organisations to help them navigate change, strengthen capability, and build high-performing teams. In this episode, Leah and Margot discuss the following: Margot’s background and how she came up with the Insync concept How Insync supports expats with their return to AustraliaThe common challenges for expats on their return to Australia and the biggest surprisesWhen should expats typically start the planning process and how long might it take to land a roleHow returning professionals best position their global experience for the Australian market Margot’s advice for expats who feel like they’ve ‘lost their network’ while they were awayMargot’s advice for expats starting to plan their return homeFor more information on Margot and Insync, please check out the links below: https://insyncnetworkgroup.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/margot-andersen/ https://boomeranging.podbean.com If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah interviews Ben Lai, an introverted entrepreneur who now teaches salespeople and entrepreneurs to 'sell' whilst being authentic and true to themselves. In this episode, Leah and Ben discuss the following: Ben's own career journey from nursing to becoming an entrepreneurThe common misconceptions about introverts working in salesThe strengths that make introverts great at salesBen's coaching process and how he helps introverted entrepreneurs build their revenueFor more details about Ben and his coaching: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-lai/ https://salesethos.com.au/ Free sales training session with Ben: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-sales-training-online-tickets-1783579748039?aff=oddtdtcreator If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah Lambart, Career & Interview Coach and Founder of Relaunch Me, discusses a topic that many professionals will face at some stage in their career — redundancy. Leah offers calm, practical guidance on how to navigate the emotional and logistical challenges that come with job loss. She shares strategies for regaining confidence, finding structure, and reframing redundancy as an opportunity to relaunch your career with clarity and purpose. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Understanding redundancy as a business decision, not a reflection of your valueThe most important steps to take in the first few days after redundancyHow to access outplacement programs and professional supportSimple ways to rebuild structure, confidence, and momentumHow to reframe this transition as a chance for a new beginningKey Takeaway Redundancy doesn’t mean starting over - it means starting again with experience. With reflection, support, and focused action, it can become the turning point that leads you toward more meaningful, fulfilling work. Resources Mentioned Free Career Health Check via Relaunch Me If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah interviews Hannah Jensen and Joy Gao from Joy Jensen, a Melbourne-based Chartered Accounting firm that supports entrepreneurs and small-to-medium businesses with a range of accounting and taxation services, including taxation compliance and consulting, self-managed superannuation funds, business consulting and preparation of accounting statements. I this episode, Leah interviewed Hannah & Joy about what needs to be considered from a financial perspective when starting a new business. This is definitely a must-watch episode for anyone thinking of starting a new business in the near future! In this episode, we discussed: Key considerations from a financial perspectivePaying tax as a small businessPaying yourself a salaryWhat happens to all the expenses required to start a business; and much more!If you are looking for an accounting firm that understands the challenges faced by SME's then you can find out more about Hannah & Joy and their specialities at the link below: https://joyjensen.com.au/ If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah interviews Easton Wood, a former Australian rules footballer for the Western Bulldogs, best known for his leadership and athletic intercept-marking. Easton captained the Bulldogs to their historic 2016 Premiership win and was recognised with an All-Australian selection and the Charles Sutton Medal in 2015. After a 14-season career spanning 188 games, Easton retired in 2021 and has since transitioned into a new career as a recruitment consultant with Hassett, specialising in accounting and finance. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Highlights and challenges of Easton’s 14-year AFL careerWhether he ever had a backup plan beyond football during his school yearsHow much thought he gave to life after footy while playing with the BulldogsThe circumstances around his retirement in 2021 and the emotions tied to itHow he navigated the career transition process after leaving professional sportWhy recruitment was the right next step and the transferable skills from footballThe importance of having a “Plan B” as an elite athleteEaston’s advice for other AFL players uncertain about their post-footy careersIf you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah speaks with Dr Natalie Sheard, a lawyer and McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Melbourne. Natalie has deep expertise in discrimination caused by AI systems, particularly in employment contexts, and her research explores how and where such bias occurs, its impacts, and the adequacy of current legal protections. Natalie has been widely published in both domestic and international journals, as well as mainstream media, on topics including algorithm-facilitated discrimination, emotion recognition technologies, and AI regulation. Her outstanding research has been recognised through awards and scholarships, including the prestigious Nancy Millis Medal from La Trobe University. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Natalie’s career journey and how she came to specialise in researching AI-driven discriminationInsights from her recent research paper, including surprising findingsHow Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) often disadvantage non-traditional job seekers and specific groups most impactedThe filters being applied within AI systems that perpetuate biasWhat needs to change to create a fairer hiring process for all applicantsPractical steps job seekers can take to avoid being filtered out unfairlyNatalie’s current projects and where her research is heading nextLinks & Resources Mentioned AI may be exposing jobseekers to discrimination – here’s how we could better protect them (The Conversation)Will AI decide if you get your next job? Without legal regulation, you may never even know (The Conversation)Tech companies claim AI can recognise human emotions – but the science doesn’t stack up (The Conversation)Research paper in the Journal of Law and SocietyIf you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah interviews Ashleigh Sheridan, Founder and Managing Director - Ikigai Co, about her career in international development and ESG/Sustainability. Ashleigh is a thought leader who drives innovation in sustainability and social impact through collaboration. She is grounded in the belief that achieving positive outcomes for people and the planet should not come at a financial cost and that driving financial results must be intrinsically linked to driving positive change for customers and stakeholders, for businesses to thrive. In this episode Leah and Ash discuss the following: How Ash first came to be interested in a career in international developmentHow she came to secure her first role after studying International DevelopmentAsh's unique experiences working in international aid overseas, including her biggest challenges and resilience required to work in this fieldAsh's recent work with Reece in corporate social responsibility and social impact rolesWhat individuals considering a career in this field need to considerLinks to the website that Ash discussed during the episode: https://www.australianvolunteers.com/ - The Australian Volunteers Program run by DFAT.  https://www.devnetjobs.org/ - This is a great website that advertises international development roles globally. They also send out notifications about public health crises and natural disasters that will require shorter-term support.  https://www.devex.com/jobs/search - Another great website for demonstrating the types of development roles are out there around the world. Ethical jobs – roles here in Australia for charities and social enterprises that require more conventional skillsets in the international development sector (as a way to transition). They also sometimes advertise CSR roles. https://www.ikigaico.org/  If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah explains how more mature employees can navigate any potential ageism when attending interviews. Leah explains the types of interview questions that may have 'ageist' connotations and provides some practical and specific examples of responses that may help to alleviate any concerns the employer may have about your age. This episode is for those employees who are 50+ and who are concerned about how they can compete against younger candidates in a competitive job market. If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah and her ex-colleague, Sarah Fenessey, Principal Consultant from TQ Solutions talk about all things Applicant Tracking Systems.  Sarah is an HR tech specialist with significant experience working with clients to select, implement and optimise Applicant Tracking Systems including PageUp, SmartRecruiters, Cornerstone and other platforms. Prior to working in HR Tech, Sarah also had a long career working in recruitment roles including agency and in-house positions.   In this episode, Leah and Sarah discuss the following:   👉 Sarah's transition from recruitment into HR tech  👉 How Applicant Tracking Systems (ATSs) are used during the screening process?  👉 What companies are using this type of software in the recruitment process?    👉 What are the different ways that employers are using ATSs to save time in the recruitment process?  This is an episode that you don't want to miss if you are wondering how ATS's work and what goes on behind the scenes in the recruitment process.  If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah interviews Virginia Wheway, an expert in analytics, machine learning and developing business strategies for data and analytics functions.  Virginia has 35+ yrs' experience across many industry sectors, including aviation, transport, manufacturing, medicine and futures trading including two decades of experience in senior leadership roles. Virginia holds a PhD in data mining (statistics and computer science), a Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) from the University of Wollongong, a Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology from the University of Newcastle and a Graduate Certificate in Change Management from AGSM (UNSW). Virginia has also undertaken postgraduate study in Executive Management at The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania)  In this episode, Leah and Virginia discuss: 👉 How Virginia came to choose a career in mathematics and statistics  👉 What a typical day might look like for an entry-level data analyst versus someone more senior 👉 The best training for someone wanting to pivot into a data career 👉 What is taught in an AI/machine learning postgraduate course 👉 What sort of roles will use AI/machine learning skills 👉 The digital skills most in demand right now 👉 Whether a background in mathematics is essential to work with data 👉 Virginia's advice for someone interested in moving into this field If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah spoke to Erin Coldham, Chief Development Officer at Southerly Ten, about the different types of career opportunities available for those interested in working on a large renewable energy project such as those managed by Southerly Ten. Southerly Ten is a specialist offshore wind energy developer for Australia and New Zealand, from the team behind Star of the South and is backed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). Southerly Ten's mission is to advance a local offshore wind industry and leave a positive legacy of clean energy for future generations.  Leah and Erin discussed the following: 👉 Southerly Ten and the projects on the horizon 👉 Examples of the types of roles required to complete such a large offshore wind project (both technical and non–technical)  👉What types of backgrounds will be required  👉 Examples of individuals who have successfully transitioned from other industries/projects into offshore wind and whether study is required  👉 What could someone interested in moving into renewable energy/offshore wind do to improve their chances of transitioning into this industry  👉 Resources and job boards for those interested in renewable energy careers Additional resources: Southerly Tean website - https://southerlyten.com.au/ Clean Energy Council - https://cleanenergycouncil.org.au/ Green Jobs Job Board - https://greenjobs.com.au/ ARENA - https://arena.gov.au/projects/?project-value-start=0&project-value-end=200000000 AEIC wind farm and solar farm maps - https://www.aeic.gov.au/energy-projects-and-infrastructure If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

Have you ever dreamt of a creative portfolio career as an actor, writer, coach or speaker?  Fiona Harris has had a successful career doing all of the above. Fiona is a multifaceted talent in the Australian entertainment industry and is known for her extensive work in television, comedy, theatre, and writing. Her television credits include roles in popular Australian series such as The Beautiful Lie, Upright, and Offspring, as well as co-writing and co-starring in sketch comedy shows like Skithouse and Comedy Inc.  Fiona has penned 19 books over the last decade, including adult fiction novels, children's series, and memoirs as well as being a regular on ABC 774 and a motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, and corporate host.  She is currently working on several new writing projects, developing two television shows, and preparing to launch a corporate communications business with her husband, Mike McLeish, to assist individuals in corporate to amplify their presentation skills and audience engagement. In this epsiode, Fiona and Leah discuss the following: 👉 How Fiona came to pursue a creative career? 👉 The obstacles she had to overcome to get her first break 👉 Fiona's greatest career highlights and lowlights 👉 The traits required to have a successful career as a creative 👉 Fiona's current creative projects  👉 Fiona's advice to others considering a career as a writer or author If you would like to find out more about Fiona, see below: www.fionaharris.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-harris-19167014/ If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au

In this episode, Leah interviews Amy Voller from Ripple Resolutions about her career journey from Marketing Director to Divorce Coach. In this episode, Leah and Amy discuss: Amy's own career journey from working in senior marketing roles in Australia and Germany to retraining to become a Divorce CoachThe difference between divorce coaching and mediationHow Amy discovered that this was her calling and how she went about researching the industry The challenges that Amy's clients have to overcome from a career perspective after going through a divorceAmy's advice for anyone women considering a divorce If you are interested in finding out more about Amy and her work as a Divorce Coach, see links to her LinkedIn Profile and website below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyvoller/ www.rippleresolutions.com If you are requiring support with finding your 'best fit' career, preparing for your next interview or need help with writing a keyword optimised Resume or LinkedIn Profile, then contact Leah Lambart and the team at Relaunch Me for further information or to book a coaching session. If there is a career that you would like to learn more about, the please email me at [email protected] to make a suggestion. If you would like to support our podcast, we would love you to write a review on your podcast of choice. Thanks for listening. www.relaunchme.com.au