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AYM Media Group Pledges to Inspire Future Leaders

AJ Haseley ??? AYM Media Group.

Our aim at Changing Education is to #inspirefutureleaders; by giving students a real insight into the various industries and paths they could follow and open their eyes and imagination to the potential job opportunities which are available.

We plan to use 2021 as an opportunity to showcase some fantastic individuals who have given us a true insight into their profession and the journey they have taken to get to where they are today.

In today???s industry insight interview video, hosted by our very own Amos Madra, we hear from the brilliant AJ Haseley: Founder and MD at AYM Media Group.

AYM Media Group is a talent booking agency that specialises in live events and artist management.
The foundation of their work is in the UK where they have built up a large network of connections ??? they work with established and up-and-coming artists, acts, musicians, vocalists, and producers.

AJ Haseley is??AYM Media Groups founder and MD. He has always been ambitious, and he was the driving force behind the evolution of the company from promoting events in London to becoming a national booking agency. AJ???s focus has always been on staying ahead of the curve. The music and entertainment industries change constantly, yet over the last two decades, AJ and AYM have managed to foresee and take advantage of trends and developments.

AJ believes you should ???take advantage of what comes into your inbox ??? touch base with them and let them know who you are??? and ???stay consistent in what you do??? very important advice for us all to digest.

AJ has a fantastic story to tell and some fantastic advice for anyone entering this industry or starting out in the world of work in general.

Please remember to share your thoughts using the #inspirefutureleaders.

To find out more about AYM Media Group and more about the amazing AJ Haseley follow the links below:

https://aymmediagroup.net/

Robyn Allen Solutions LTD – Pledges to Inspire Future Leaders

Robyn Allen- Director of Robyn Allen Solutions LTD

Our aim at Changing Education is to #inspirefutureleaders; by giving students a real insight into the various industries and paths they could follow and to open their eyes and imagination to the potential job opportunities which are available.

We plan to use 2021 as an opportunity to showcase some fantastic individuals who have given us a true insight into their profession and the journey they have taken to get to where they are today.

In today???s industry insight interview video, hosted by our very own Amos Madra, we hear from the inspirational Robyn Allen: Director of Robyn Allen Solutions Ltd.

Robyn Allen Solutions Ltd is a firm that specialises in providing protection advice; tailored to each client. They are a proud member of the Openwork Network, one of the largest and longest established financial advice networks in the UK. They offer a range of products provided by some of the UK???s most well-known financial services brands. They also support the local communities they serve too, that is why they set up The Openwork Foundation – a charity for helping disadvantaged children and young adults across the UK and abroad.

Robyn???s career in financial services began at the age of 17 when she got her first ???grown up??? job with the Halifax. Following in her father???s footsteps she undertook a variety of roles with the business but really found her passion when she began her role as a Financial Consultant; this role focused on helping customers protect their futures. Following redundancy in 2014, she took the brave step of starting her own firm specialising in protection. The rest is history.

Robyn believes that ???if you can learn from the ground up, nothing will surprise you and you???ll never have a knowledge gap??? – wise words and an important message for us all to digest.

Robyn has some fantastic advice and invaluable knowledge to share – very relevant for anyone who???s starting out on their career path.

Please remember to share your thoughts using the #inspirefutureleaders.

To find out more about Robyn Allen Solutions Ltd and more about the brilliant Robyn Allen follow the link below:

https://www.robynallensolutions.com/about-robyn-allen-solutions/

Mark Roberts Photography explains how to pursue a career in the Creative Industries.

This Sector Spotlight Session from Changing Education Limited provides an insight into the world of Photography, Videography and becoming a YouTuber. Mark shares his path to success and some useful tips to help #inspirefutureleaders.??

Mark studied Audio and Visual Technology at University but explains the best place to start is by buying a camera, taking pictures and shooting videos. He says ???the number one thing you can do is perfect your craft and become great at what you do, people will see value in that and will want to add value to you???.

His advice to students is:

• ???To find what you are passionate about, then find people who are doing what you like doing and follow their advice???.
• ???It is essential to take the time to invest in yourself as it shows other people that you are worth investing in. YouTube is a great resource with free professional courses, videos and valuable information???.
• ???Don???t get discouraged and don’t give up. It won’t happen in a week and you have to persevere but you will get there in the end???.

For more pearls of wisdom, you can watch Mark???s Sector Spotlight Video in full here

Carla Barker – pledges to Inspire Future Leaders

Carla Barker ??? Greyrose Marketing

Our aim at Changing Education is to #inspirefutureleaders; by giving students a real insight into the various industries and paths they could follow and to open their eyes and imagination to the potential job opportunities which are available.

We plan to use 2021 as an opportunity to showcase some fantastic individuals who have given us a true insight into their profession and the journey they have taken to get to where they are today.

In today???s industry insight interview video, hosted by our very own Amos Madra, we hear from the amazing Carla Barker: founder of Greyrose Marketing.

Greyrose Marketing is a creative marketing agency which is passionate about helping businesses grow. They pride themselves on being a specialist strategic agency, with the aim to help businesses think differently about their marketing.

Carla Barker formed her thriving business during our first lockdown in 2020; due to being a casualty of the pandemic. She turned what could have been a dismal situation into a positive by becoming her own boss and creating Greyrose Marketing.

Carla has a strong work ethic – working her way up the ladder has taken a lot of hard work and enabled her to be where she is today. Carla believes ???it doesn???t matter if you don???t know what you want to do right now, dip your toe in and find out things??? – fantastic advice for anyone thinking about new careers and future plans.

Carla has an empowering and positive story to tell and fantastic pearls of wisdom to share.

Please remember to share your thoughts using the #inspirefutureleaders.

To find out more about Greyrose Marketing and more about the fantastic Carla Barker follow the link below:

http://www.greyrose.co.uk

Joey Gamper-Cuthbert from SportCheer England explains how being open to opportunities can kick start your career journey!

Joey is the Chair of the NGB for Cheerleading and she explains in her Changing Education Sector Spotlight Video to help #inspirefutureleaders that she actually did ???a bunch of stuff that accidentally brought her here???.??

She has worked in various industries including dance, theatre, television, film, sport and sports coaching.??

Joey initially started training professionally as a Dancer but her training was cut short due to a serious injury where at the time she was told she would never dance again.??

Understandably, she was upset and disillusioned about what she would do next but then a chance meeting with ???a man on the street??? led her to starting a job as a Runner in the Film and TV Industry. From there she worked hard, impressed Producers and has been involved in various TV Programmes including Eastenders and The Bill.??

She did go back into dance and completed her training years later but because of her experience she then had many more opportunities at her feet including Choreography in the film industry.??

Her encouragement to students is about taking opportunities as and when they come up. She says ???look for opportunities and when you get them grab them with both hands???.

She goes on to say that networking is crucial. ???Find out who people are and who can help you then introduce yourself???.

Another useful tip is to use this time to research online all the amazing jobs, opportunities and chances that are out there she says. ???I had no idea about television production until I bumped into a man on the street when I was crying???.

You can watch Joey???s story on her Sector Spotlight Video here.??

Ian Hammersley CEO of SmarteBusiness pledges to Inspire Future Leaders

Our aim at Changing Education is to #inspirefutureleaders; by giving students a real insight into the various industries and paths they could follow and to open their eyes and imagination to the potential job opportunities which are available.

We plan to use 2021 as an opportunity to showcase some fantastic individuals who have given us a true insight into their profession and the journey they have taken to get to where they are today.

In today???s industry insight interview video, hosted by our very own Amos Madra, we hear from the truly inspirational Ian Hammersley CEO of Smartebusiness: ecommerce growth specialists.

Smartebusiness is an ecommerce growth consultancy run by Ian and his brother Mark Hammersley ??? their aim is to support already successful businesses, by giving them that extra push needed, which will then enable them to take their business to the next level.

Ian, a proud finalist for 2014’s Great British Entrepreneur Awards, has also had the pleasure of giving key-note speeches at several digital and ecommerce events; to the directors of some of the UK???s largest online ecommerce businesses. ??Ian can also add being a successful author to his achievements – having written several books on ecommerce strategy, his latest Ultimate Guide To E-commerce Growth: 7 Unexpected KPIs To Scale An E-commerce Shop To ??10 Million Plus.

Ian has shared some truly inspirational tips and advice with us – ???If you are going to run a business in something you are passionate about it isn???t business, it???s fun!??? Fantastic advice for any budding entrepreneur out there.

Don???t forget to share your thoughts using the #inspirefutureleaders.

To find out more about Smartebusiness, get your hands on his latest book or learn a little more about Ian himself, follow the links below:

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Matt Jenkinson pledges to inspire future leaders

Our aim at Changing Education is to #inspirefutureleaders; by giving students a real insight into the various industries and paths, they could follow and open their eyes and imagination potential and available job opportunities.

We plan to use 2021 as an opportunity to showcase some fantastic individuals who have given us a true insight into their profession and the journey they have taken to get to where they are today.

In today???s industry insight interview video, hosted by our very own Amos Madra, we hear from the fantastic Matt Jenkinson – BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy HCPC; CSP BSc (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation and a co-founder of Your Health Roots.

Matt is a fully qualified and highly experienced Chartered Physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience and registered with the HCPC and CSP. He has worked as a head physiotherapist in football and rugby super league, in occupational health at JLR as a case manager, in private practice and community physiotherapy with Pathways CiC – helping Greater Manchester residents with musculoskeletal issues get back into or stay in work.

Matt’s ethos is all about empowerment and using a positive, coaching framework to help guide a client back to fitness. He believes listening to his patients is the key to successful outcomes as they are the experts in themselves, which is an essential message to take away.

Matt has had a varied and interesting career and has an abundance of fantastic advice to share.

Do not forget to share your thoughts using the #inspirefutureleaders.

To find out more about Your??Health Roots and the great work Matt does follow the link below:

https://www.yourhealthroots.com/meet-the-team/

Jason Thomas at UCFB pledges to inspire future leaders

Our aim at Changing Education is to #inspirefutureleaders; by giving students a real insight into the various industries and paths they could follow and to open their eyes and imagination to the potential job opportunities which are available.

We plan to use 2021 as an opportunity to showcase some fantastic individuals who have given us a true insight into their profession and the journey they have taken to get to where they are today.

In today’s industry insight interview video, hosted by our very own Amos Madra, we hear from the truly inspirational Jason Thomas BA (Hons) – Regional Recruitment Manager at UCFB (University Campus of Football Business).

UCFB have been at the forefront of getting behind our vision by supporting us with various content and assisting us with past and future virtual work experience weeks – with Jason Thomas leading the movement. UCFB is a forward-thinking organisation; it is a world-first in higher education, delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry.

Jason is a forward-thinking innovator who is also a swimming teacher and has just co-founded his own business. Jason is lucky enough to have his offices in Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium in Manchester home to Manchester City.

Jason believes that “You can always make something of yourself if you find and follow your passions”: important advice for us all to digest! He has a fantastic story to tell and lots of pearls of wisdom to share – so enjoy!

Don’t forget to share your thoughts using the #inspirefutureleaders.

To find out more about UCFB and the great work Jason does follow the links below:

https://www.ucfb.ac.uk/

j.thomas@ucfb.com

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How to make the most of your Work Experience Placement

Make a good first impression

First impressions really do count. Make sure you turn up on time, are suitably dressed (if in doubt, better to go smarter), and are raring to go. If you show you???re friendly, reliable, and competent from the get-go, chances are more opportunities will come your way.

Get to know people

Greet everyone you meet with a smile and try and introduce yourself to everybody you’ll be working with. Don’t be afraid to ask people about their roles and how they got to where they are now ??? they’ll be flattered!

Be organised

While you???ll have guidance during your internship, you can???t expect to be spoon-fed the whole time. Listen carefully to instructions and note down important meetings, dates, and deadlines to help manage your time effectively.

Get involved

It might sound obvious, but the more you get stuck in, the more experience you’ll gain. Be enthusiastic about any task ??? big or small ??? and use your initiative to go above and beyond what’s asked of you.

Ask questions

There???s no shame in asking for clarification if you’re not sure what you’re doing ??? in fact, employers will respect that you have the guts to ask. But be resourceful ??? think twice about asking a question that could be answered with a quick Google search.

Make suggestions

If you think you’ve got a valuable comment to add, don???t be afraid to speak up. Employers love people with ideas, and your contribution ??? whether your idea is taken up or not ??? will be appreciated.

Offer to help

When you speak to people, ask after their current projects and emphasise that you???d like to get involved. Showing you’re approachable and keen will ensure they think of you when they need an extra pair of hands.

Make notes

Jot down any useful information about particular tasks you’ve worked on and skills you’ve picked up. That way you???ll have a record of everything you need to take away from your time there ??? handy for future job applications!

Ask for feedback

Try and gather informal feedback from your supervisor as you go along, rather than just waiting for a report at the end ??? it gives you a chance to improve throughout your time there, and shows that you care that you’re doing a good job.

Reflect on your work experience

It???s important to be honest with yourself when reflecting on your internship. If you didn’t particularly enjoy it, it doesn???t mean it???s been a massive waste of your time. Even if the only thing you take away from the experience is knowing you don???t want to work in that industry, it???s been useful!

Choosing a Work Experience Placement

Don???t worry if you???re still not sure about the kind of career you want. Work experience is a great way of trying out a career to see if it???s for you.

Before you start to look into what specific careers it can be helpful to think about what you like to do and where you feel your strengths lie.

Ask yourself the following questions:

• What are my favourite subjects at school or college?
• What subjects am I good at and which ones do I find more difficult?
• What do I enjoy doing outside school or college? Could I turn my hobby into a career?
• What jobs have I heard about or seen other people doing? Could I see myself doing any of these jobs?

It can be helpful to speak to friends, family members and your teachers about their careers and how they got there. These conversations will help you start to get an idea of what different jobs are like and what qualifications and experiences you will need for particular careers.