Have you ever heard what someone's job title is, and you've thought 'how on earth do you get into that?'. Are you sometimes surprised that people actually get paid for their fun and exciting jobs? This career podcast explores jobs and career journeys that may not be mainstream but that may be your perfect fit, if only you knew how to get into them. Hear insights from women in roles such as an illustrator, a sports events manager, a Scuba Diving instructor, a dairy farmer, a tech start up founder and many more. Every job is a possibility if you just know how to get there.

When I grow up I want to be. The career podcast
Claim This Podcastby Lynsey Hyslop
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Have you ever heard what someone's job title is, and you've thought 'how on earth do you get into that?'. Are you sometimes surprised that people actually get paid for their fun and exciting jobs? This career podcast explores jobs and career journeys that may not be mainstream but that may be your perfect fit, if only you knew how to get into them. Hear insights from women in roles such as an illustrator, a sports events manager, a Scuba Diving instructor, a dairy farmer, a tech start up founder and many more. Every job is a possibility if you just know how to get there.
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Recent Episodes

August 13, 2025
#28 Women's Operations Manager - England Rugby
<p>Inside the role that keeps England Women’s rugby running</p><p>This week, I sit down with Harriet Martin, the Women’s Operations Manager at England Rugby, to give a unique insight in to one of the most vital yet often unseen roles in elite sport.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li><p>How she removes “off-field noise” so players and coaches can perform at their best.</p></li><li><p>The hidden logistics behind training camps, away games, and international tours.</p></li><li><p>Why success in sport isn’t just about talent — but about the team behind the team.</p></li><li><p>Her career journey, lessons learned, and the surprising parallels between her role and mine in personal development.</p></li></ul><p>If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to keep an elite sports team running smoothly, or how transferable skills power careers behind the scenes, this episode is for you.</p><p><br /></p><p>You can connect with your host Lynsey Hyslop here https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynsey-hyslop/</p><p></p><p></p>

June 11, 2025
#27 Hypercar mechanic
Hypercar mechanic Hannah Gordon describes her unconventional career path from childhood car enthusiast to building hypercars and appearing on TV, in an interview with Lynsey Hyslop.

November 27, 2024
#26 Business and Leadership Coach
Business and Leadership Coach Jess Wiggins shares her inspiring story of career transformation, from burnt-out lawyer to purpose-driven coach, and offers actionable advice for navigating life's pivotal moments.
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