Macquarie University Careers Directory Profiles

It’s important to think strategically about the long-term direction of the business – for example, who should our main customers be? What training do we need to ensure that my team stay relevant?

I have always been passionate about animals and nature, so during my studies, I chose to work within these areas, including at a pet store and an animal hotel.

The coolest thing about my job is the autonomy I have. Even as an intern I have control over my daily schedule. I can choose if I’m working at the office or from home. I can choose what tasks I prioritise and control the flow of my work.

I think anything is possible! I also believe if you want something bad enough, and put your mind to it, you can achieve anything.

That you are actually making a positive impact on this planet, and the positive response you receive. When you implement a circular solution or cut down emissions by xx tonnes, you feel like you are on top of the world.

Don’t be afraid of a challenge, take it as an opportunity to grow. If you make a mistake, it is not the end of the world. Acknowledge and learn from it to improve yourself for the future.

Be yourself and be true to yourself.

One of the things that I believed helped shape my pathway was my journey with sports. Having grown up fully immersed in sports, particularly rugby, I was able to translate a lot of the lessons learnt from the field to the classroom and eventually the workplace.