Laura’s passion for working in the museum sector shines through in this episode, from the importance of creating an inclusive environment and bringing diversity of thought and representation, to the ways museums can affect change and make a difference to people's lives.
You’ll hear about the enormous value that Laura places on authenticity and how she encourages her team to bring their personality to work. Laura shares her inside knowledge on the breadth of opportunities in the museum sector and explains how museums and the cultural sector need people with a diverse range of skills and experiences, from retail, IT and cyber security, to community engagement and education. She encourages listeners to be open to new ideas and to take time to reflect on their own skills and interests throughout their career.
Laura also explores some of the current challenges facing the museum sector, including adjusting to a post-covid landscape and the impact of the cost-of-living crisis.
With years of recruitment experience, Laura shares what she looks for in candidates, including passion, curiosity, initiative and integrity. She shares her unique for advice for making the most of networking opportunities (even when you feel out of place) and busts some myths around working in museums.
The Inside Track on: making meaningful connections
The Inside Track on: future skills in the age of AI
The Inside Track on: aligning your career with your passion
The Inside Track on: Impostor Syndrome
The Inside Track on: Getting your first job abroad
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Helen Stewart - The Arts grad who's distilling gin and inspiration!
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John Tiffany - The Theatre Director who brought the magic of Harry Potter to stage
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Bev Lyons – The Showbiz Lion who’s shopped with Beyonce
Kian Golzari - The Active Dreamer who made business with LeBron James a reality
Amal Azzudin - The Glasgow Girl putting refugee rights on the global stage
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