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Shaping respect in emergency services
Discover how QFD’s Communities of Inclusion are creating lasting change through lived experience, equity, and everyday respect.
Learning while earning: How to gain a career in rail through an apprenticeship
How a leadership program became a lasting support network—and transformed the careers of women across Southeastern Railway.
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All aboard for positive change: How CEO Angie Doll is leading a new railway era
Angie Doll has emerged as a (t)railblazer in the traditionally male-dominated rail industry. As the CEO of Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), Angie brings a fresh perspective and a commitment to driving change in the sector. Her leadership, rooted in fostering...
Jumpstart your journey: Exciting early career programs to boost your career in 2025
The start of a new year is the perfect time to launch your professional journey, and early career programs are a fantastic way to gain hands-on experience, grow your skills, and accelerate your career path. We’ve collated a variety of programs offering not only...
What it’s like working at Pitcher Partners Melbourne
Looking for your own reason to join Pitcher Partners Melbourne?
Discover how to ‘ride the rails’ of career opportunities at Metro Trains
What if one simple decision sets your life on an entirely new track? Brittany Fisher has experienced several life (and career) deciding moments. From relocating to a new country to entering the world of rail operations, these life-changing events have helped her...
Ready to re-energize your career as a late-stage professional?
As you move through your career, it’s natural to want to stick with what’s familiar. The thing is, careers, like batteries, can sometimes run down without fresh energy. What if your next spark comes from exploring a new opportunity in an evolving industry? We spoke...
Why a ‘squiggly’ career path could be the ultimate career advantage
At WORK180, we love sharing stories of out-of-the-ordinary career paths from those who’ve changed roles and industries and moved around the world. One common thread we see shine through these journeys is that these significant changes often lead individuals to...
Family tradition fuels modern ambition for one leader in mining
A self-described maths nerd, Debbie Erasmus grew up in a South African gold mining town surrounded by tailings dams and mining shafts. Today, she reflects on her journey with a message for her younger self: “If I could speak to my younger self, I would say: you can do...
What’s it like to watch a company evolve over a quarter of a century?
No, that’s not a typo! We had the privilege of speaking with one remarkable woman who has dedicated over 27 years to American Express. Helen Bathe, Vice President, Operational Excellence, joined American Express in the late 90s, fresh out of university. So, what is...
How to turn your interests into a successful career in STEMM
Whatever your passion, there’s a role for you in STEMM. Aya Zeidan shares how she developed her interests into an award-winning career. When you think about careers in STEMM, what comes to mind? Aya Zeidan, an engineer at Pacific National, urges you to forget the...