World Skills Winners

Special Guests: Milly Ockmore, Rosie Davies, and Katie Sime

 

In this powerful and heartwarming episode, I sit down with three incredible young women—Milly Ockmore, Rosie Davies, and Katie Sime—each a medalist from the prestigious WorldSkills competition. What starts as a conversation about styling and skills turns into a beautiful exploration of confidence, growth, and how saying “yes” to an opportunity can change your life.

Milly, shares how finishing school during COVID left her feeling uncertain—until she discovered hairdressing and found her spark. I encouraged her to enter WorldSkills, and to her surprise, she kept progressing… all the way to a medal. Her journey reminds me—and all of us—that even when we’re unsure, showing up and finishing what we start can unlock potential we didn’t know we had.

Rosie brings such depth and thoughtfulness to our chat. She opens up about her experiences in both AHT and WorldSkills competitions, sharing how breaking styles down into simple sections helped her succeed. Her go-to product? Wella Shine Spray! And she’s gearing up for her End Point Assessment, which I was thrilled to support with a guided visualisation tool—because yes, mental rehearsal isn’t just for athletes.

Then comes Katie, the gold medalist from Red Hair Company, whose quiet determination and resilience stole my heart. She credits her success to the incredible mentors around her—including Rosie—and the courage to step outside her comfort zone, even when the pressure was high.

Together, these women are proof that talent flourishes in the right environment—with belief, guidance, and community. Whether you’re a learner, a mentor, or someone searching for your “thing,” this episode is a celebration of grit, growth, and girl power. Tune in—you’ll leave inspired to take your own leap.

Here are the key takeaways from the episode:

1. Confidence grows when we say “yes” before we feel ready.
   Saying yes, even when unsure, opens doors to growth and opportunity.
   
   
2. Mentorship—and a little healthy pressure—can be life-changing.
   Support from mentors can help push us out of our comfort zones and guide us to success.
   
   
3. Hands-on learning builds real-world skills—and real-world belief.
   Practical experience in the field teaches not only technical skills but also boosts self-confidence.
   
   
4. Simplify, practice, and trust the process.
   Break tasks down into manageable steps, keep practicing, and trust that progress will come.
   
   
5. The right support system makes all the difference.
   Being surrounded by a supportive community can inspire motivation and success, especially when challenges arise.

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