Grant Verhoeven is a career and leadership coach who has amassed over 2000 coaching conversations with clients. Describing himself as a ‘recovering door to door salesman’, he realised he found joy in helping others to identify their strengths and make career decisions. 

In this episode Grant explores the impact of the Great Resignation, sharing what challenges and opportunities people face in these changeable times. He also talks about the role of a coach, and why asking questions is key to a coach’s success.

Chat highlights:

• Grant explores the impact of The Great Resignation on employers
• He shares the top 5 mistakes people make in considering a career change
• He talks about the role of coaching and what makes it unique

Links and resources:

• Check out Grant’s website. 
• Follow Grant on LinkedIn.
• Read about the impact of The Great Resignation in Aotearoa.

PLUS, Grant shares his recommendation for great coffee too:

Havana Coffee - Wellington

Moumita Das Roy is a Cross-Industry Marketer with a story to share. After successfully working in marketing and advertising roles in India, a change in personal circumstances led her to travel the world before settling down in NZ. 

In this episode, Mo shares how her creativity led to a career driven by content creation. She talks about the challenges of re-starting a career in a new country, and gives tips on how to build your personal online brand. #WonderingMo

Chat highlights:

• Mo shares how her father’s passing inspired her to travel and to make the most of the opportunities around her. 
• She explores issues around diversity and inclusion, including the challenges migrants and people of colour may face in finding work.
• Mo shares how she built her personal brand on Linkedin through the creation of videos and sharing her volunteering stories. 

Links and resources:

• Connect with Mo and follow her on LinkedIn.
• View and watch her post “I am Professional.”
• View and watch her post “Did you meet my twin recently…”

PLUS, Mo shares her recommendation for great food and drinks:

Olaf’s Artisan Bakery Cafe, 1 Stokes Road, Mt Eden, Auckland

Jason Naylor is an award-winning artist, designer, and creative director based in Brooklyn, New York. He is known for creating large colorful murals featuring empowering statements and vibrant symbols. His creations have found partnership with a range of brands, including Coach, Pepsi, Guess, XBOX and Maybelline.

In this episode, Jason shares how he intentionally creates art that is positive and hopeful. He talks about how he built up his career confidence, and discusses his recent work, including writing a book and creating NFTs.

Chat highlights:

• Jason talks about his transition from company employee, to forging his own path as an acclaimed artist and business owner.
• He shares insights into his creations, including large scale murals, digital designs, merchandise, to publishing a book. 
• Jason talks about how his optimism informs his approach to creating art.

Links and resources:

• Check out Jason’s online store and website.
• Follow Jason on Instagram.
• Watch this video interview featuring Jason (source: Distract TV).

PLUS, Jason shares recommendations for great food and drinks in Brooklyn, New York too:

Sea Wolf Restaurant

Danny’s Pizza