Shaping impact-driven careers: stories of purpose, resilience and growth

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How can you shape a meaningful and purpose-driven career in the humanitarian sector and beyond?

Tune in to this episode to glean insights from Ana Lucia Villagran, a Learning Solutions Specialist at HLA’s Latin America and Caribbean Regional Centre from Guatemala, and Selim Uysal, an independent humanitarian consultant and trainer from Türkiye, now based in Germany.

Ana Lucia and Selim share their personal journeys of discovering purpose in their careers that have spanned the commercial world and academia, before transitions into the development and humanitarian sectors. Together with host Ka Man Parkinson, they discuss:

· Navigating career transitions

· Developing essential skills such as communication, creativity, critical thinking and adaptability

· Maintaining resilience and a sense of purpose in turbulent and uncertain times

Whether you're just beginning your career, managing a transition or simply seeking professional inspiration, this episode offers valuable insights.
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Chapters

1. Chapter 1: Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Chapter 2: Finding purpose: Ana Lucia’s and Selim’s journey into social impact careers (00:01:56)

3. Chapter 3: Reflections on vital skills for building an impact driven career (00:08:05)

4. Chapter 4: Utilising research skills to strengthen impact (00:17:52)

5. Chapter 5: The art of communication and the power of deep listening (00:24:17)

6. Chapter 6: Managing career transitions and pivots: personal experiences (00:38:47)

7. Chapter 7: Closing reflections (00:48:51)

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