Clarissa Sempel wanted a career in law to help people.But first, she had to be a rock for her own family – and save herself.The high-achieving young lawyer and National President of youth leadership initiative Junior Chamber International Aus

Cow tech to transform lives with Param Singh

Aug 20th, 2023 23m 4s

Param Singh’s life began in a tiny town in India.It took moving across the globe to realise his potential to change lives for millions of families like his.And, where cows would fit with his plan!The award-winning founder and CEO of agri-tec

Building big futures with Bevan Slattery

May 3rd, 2023 19m 4s

Bevan Slattery is one of Australia’s most successful tech entrepreneurs, founding a record five ASX-listed companies. But the path to innovator and rich-lister was not a straight one.Dramatic career detours, from aspiring accountant to DJ to

Advocating for country, community with Patrice Brown

Mar 5th, 2023 16m 45s

Growing up on a Central Queensland cattle station helped inspire Patrice Brown to pursue environmental science.To build her big-impact career, the trailblazing businesswoman had to stand up to stereotypes.That meant proving that she, and her

Chancellor Graeme Innes AM for Zero Discrimination Day 2023

Feb 28th, 2023 28m 58s

CQUniversity Chancellor Graeme Innes AM has spent a lifetime fighting discrimination.To mark global change initiative Zero Discrimination Day on Wednesday 1 March 2023, the human rights trailblazer has shared some of the journey with How to Ch

Advocating to heal trauma with Caitlin Schiavone

Apr 13th, 2022 17m 10s

Australia's domestic and family violence crisis has taken too many lives, and threatens countless more.But victim/survivor Caitlin Schiavone is determined that her experience won’t define her, and she’s building a career to advocate for all wo

Following the dopamine with Aidan Baron

Mar 30th, 2022 22m 16s

For Aidan Baron, realising his passion for paramedicine was a game-changer.But building a career in the life-changing field meant fighting frustration, and a whole lot of social media.And focusing on the people he could help, and the people m

Facing fears to fight injustice with Nareeta Davis

Mar 23rd, 2022 19m 52s

Imagine being told you're not good at study. And hearing it from a teacher at primary school.For Nareeta Davis, overcoming stereotypes has been a lifelong battle. But the Cairns mum and award-winning solicitor has built self-confidence throug

Making ‘impossible’ happen with Dr Marjad Page

Mar 16th, 2022 20m 5s

Growing up, Marjad Page was scared of the hospital.But the proud Kalkadoon, Waanyi and Gangaldida man was prepared to face fears, if it meant helping his people.That purpose saw him achieve what seemed impossible, becoming a doctor and practi

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TRAILER: How to Change a Life series two

Mar 9th, 2022 3m 41s

We all know our world needs some pretty big changes.But how do you decide to start making those changes yourself?How to Change a Life hears from people who have made life-changing decisions, and asks them - how do you start? And what comes ne

Answering ‘how can I help’ with Selina Tomasich

Mar 2nd, 2022 22m 26s

Ever seen a problem, and not known how to help?Selina Tomasich’s approach is simple: get skills, know them, use them, grow them. And always have a chat.That’s how the inspiring founder and CEO of anti-poverty initiative Hair Aid built her con

Getting a voice with Sabi Kaphle

May 16th, 2021 23m 40s

Sabi Kaphle didn’t want to be a midwife.Forced into nursing school by her family as a teenager, the young Nepali woman felt powerless.But when she saw how the health system was failing pregnant women, and the risk to lives of mums and babies,

Finding answers to save lives with Darren Delaney

May 9th, 2021 20m 49s

Former truckie Darren Delaney wants answers.Too often, the Brisbane transport stalwart has seen his workmates die on the job – and too often, investigators can’t say what caused the death.Darren’s channelling his trauma, frustration and passi

Cultural caring and connecting with Sam Cooms

Apr 26th, 2021 22m 9s

Noonukul Quandamooka woman Sam Cooms started on her career path determined to help her Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) community.Becoming a mum to children with disabilities upended her world, and shifted her priorities.This episode, Sa

Transforming beaches with Sasha Job

Apr 18th, 2021 19m 52s

Physiotherapist Sasha Job knows her work can change people’s lives.And when patients are struggling to achieve mobility and fitness, she's seen first-hand that getting on the beach can make a huge difference. This episode, the determined Bund

Starting to talk with Michael Bowles

Mar 29th, 2021 22m 12s

CONTENT WARNING: This episode covers issues around mental health and suicide. More than two thirds of Australians say they’re stressed out – but is it all down to our busy lives?When Brisbane dad and estimating manager Michael Bowles wasn’t c

Crashing out and building back with Caitlin Peacock

Mar 22nd, 2021 17m 5s

Paramedic Science student Caitlin Peacock chose her career because she wanted to help people.And she made the decision while she was in prison.The 21-year-old Cairns woman shares how a car crash and subsequent criminal charges became the wors

Taking risks with Kumar Parakala

Mar 16th, 2021 17m 5s

Kumar Parakala has forged a career by refusing to follow the crowd.And the first step was boarding a plane to Rockhampton, in Central Queensland.In this episode, the President of GHD Digital shares the importance of finding a higher purpose,

Challenging taboos with Tandi Kuwana

Mar 15th, 2021 17m 12s

Tandi Kuwana built her career in mental health, but it was her own experience with depression that helped her smash taboos and improve mental wellbeing for those around her.In this episode, the Perth-based mental health nurse and founder share

Growing a great idea with Jodie Mlikota

Mar 9th, 2021 20m 10s

She created Australia’s Airbnb for dinner parties, then on the verge of going global, COVID-19 meant dinner parties were banned indefinitely.But Jodie Mlikota’s was determined to keep loved ones connecting, even at a distance.In this episode,

Seizing opportunities with Sheila Doyle

Mar 7th, 2021 18m 2s

How do you suddenly transition 50,000 people to working online?For Sheila Doyle and her 1800-strong team, the challenges of the pandemic were huge.Luckily, the Deloitte Business Services Global Leader has built a career around adapting fast.

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How to Change a Life COMING SOON!

Mar 1st, 2021 3m 14s

We all know change is inevitable. But actually making the change happen? That’s up to us.How to Change a Life hears from people who have made life-changing decisions, and asks them - what happens next?Presented by CQUniversity Podcasts and

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