What's Next? with Dr Jo

The conversation covers Kyle's journey from transitioning to weightlifting, balancing education and elite sport, pursuing teaching, challenges and decision-making, pivoting and coping with setbacks, and the Commonwealth Games experience. It highlights the themes of career transition, education-sport balance, and resilience in the face of setbacks. The conversation delves into the mental resilience of athletes and the challenges they face in terms of funding and support. It also explores the rigorous qualification process for the Olympics and the financial barriers that athletes encounter. Additionally, it highlights the lack of financial support for athletes and the intensity of Olympic training. The conversation concludes with a focus on mental health and the post-Olympic experience. The conversation delves into Kyle's mental health struggles post-Olympics, his journey of self-discovery, retirement from weightlifting, and future plans. It also highlights the importance of supportive partnerships and career transitions.TakeawaysPivoting in career and sportBalancing education and elite sport Mental resilience in sportsChallenges of funding and support for athletes Mental health challengesSupport networksChapters00:00 Commonwealth Games and Reflection23:00 The Rigorous Qualification Process28:03 Financial Struggles of Young Athletes33:53 The Pressure of Olympic Competition39:17 Mental Health Struggles and Self-Discovery46:33 Supportive Partnerships and Career Transition

Sandra Duarte shares her inspiring career journey, from overcoming self-doubt to becoming a successful CEO and industry leader. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and empowering young people, as well as the need for a positive workplace culture. Her transition to consulting and leadership training reflects her commitment to creating high-performing teams and positive work environments. The conversation explores the changing dynamic of work, the impact of compassionate leadership on employee well-being, the cultural shift in leadership styles, the importance of positive work culture, and advice for young professionals entering the workforce.TakeawaysOvercoming self-doubt and seeking opportunitiesEmpowering and mentoring young people Compassionate leadership drives employee well-being and productivityPositive work culture is essential for employee satisfaction and retentionChapters00:00 Introduction to Sandra Duarte's Career05:25 First Break in the Publishing Industry13:00 Overcoming Fear of Rejection and Seeking Opportunities33:10 The Changing Dynamic of Work44:10 Cultural Shift in Leadership Styles52:10 The Importance of Positive Work Culture59:27 Advice for Young Professionals

Dr Jo meets Associate Professor Corey Tutt, the Founder and CEO of Deadly Science. From the science labs, to THE most important voice in First Nations STEM education, we hear how grit, determination, and a willingness to push the edges led Corey Tutt to a career of purpose and passion.