Progressing Careers Everywhere Podcast

Finding Your Fit: How Career Pivots Can Unlock Your Potential with Helen Cassin and Ben Ernst | S1E7

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work as consultants, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
In this episode, Helen Cassin, Senior Talent Attraction Business Partner at Amoria Group’s Manchester office, is joined by Ben Ernst, Senior Consultant at CMC, to explore what happens when your first role isn’t quite the right fit - and how finding the right position can unlock your full potential.
Ben shares his experience of joining as a 360 consultant and later transitioning into a delivery-focused role. Together, Helen and Ben discuss how that shift came about, what he learned through the process, and how internal mobility can help individuals play to their strengths and thrive in their careers.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
What it’s really like starting out as a 360 consultant
The moment Ben realised a different role might be a better fit
How the internal transition from 360 to delivery actually worked
What changed in Ben’s performance and enjoyment after the move
The strengths and personality traits that thrive in a 360 role
Why open conversations about career development are so important
Advice for anyone who feels they might not yet be in the right seat
Curious about where a career in consulting could take you?
 
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Returning with Confidence: Navigating Career and Motherhood with Lisa Garner and Anastasia Harter | S1E6

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work in consulting, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
In this episode, Lisa Garner, Senior Learning & Development Business Partner at Amoria Group, is joined by Anastasia Harter, TA Specialist in the CMC Dallas office, to talk about the experience of returning to work after maternity leave.
Drawing on her recent transition back into her role, Anastasia shares an honest perspective on the mix of emotions that can come with this moment - from excitement and renewed motivation to uncertainty and adjustment. The conversation explores how priorities can shift, what support makes the biggest difference, and how professionals can rebuild confidence as they navigate both career and parenthood.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
The emotions and expectations leading up to returning from maternity leave
How becoming a parent can reshape professional perspective
What felt familiar - and what felt different - when stepping back into work
The support, conversations and structures that helped the transition
New strengths and perspectives developed during maternity leave
Advice for professionals preparing for their return to work
How teams and leaders can better support colleagues returning from leave
Curious about where a career in consulting could take you?
 
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Why Culture Matters: Building High-Performance Careers in Consulting with Andrew Barrow and Roy Grocock | S1E5

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work as consultants, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
In episode 5, Andrew Barrow, our Associate Director, is joined by Roy Grocock, Executive Management Consultant at Amoria Group’s Amsterdam office, to explore what culture really means in a high-performance consulting environment.
Roy shares insights from 11 years in a high-performance consulting environment, exploring how culture influences ambition, accountability, and long-term success. The episode looks at how high standards, camaraderie, and clear goal-setting help individuals take ownership of their growth and build lasting careers.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
What culture looks like day-to-day in a fast-paced recruitment environment
The impact of surrounding yourself with high achievers
How goal-setting and micro-targets turn ambition into action
Why self-awareness is key to long-term career satisfaction
The balance between autonomy, income, and lifestyle
Lessons learned from 11 years of building a consulting career
Curious about where a career in consulting could take you?
 
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From Expertise to Impact: Career Growth for Experienced Consultants in STEM with Helen Cassin and Chris Markham | S1E4

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work as consultants, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
In Episode 4, Helen Cassin, Senior TA Business Partner at Amoria Group’s Manchester office, is joined by Chris Markham, Senior Consulting Manager, to explore what a consulting career looks like once you’ve moved beyond the early stages.
This episode looks at what changes once experience is established. Chris shares how senior consulting roles evolve, where impact shows up beyond delivery, and how experienced consultants continue to grow, lead, and influence their work.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
How consulting roles evolve as experience and responsibility grow
What “impact” looks like at a senior level, beyond delivery alone
Career development opportunities for experienced consultants in STEM
The benefits of senior and leadership roles within CMC
How experience shapes decision-making in complex or high-pressure situations
The mindset and strengths that help experienced consultants thrive
 
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Inside Project Delivery: What It’s Really Like Working as a CMC Consultant with Helen Cassin and Ruby Bannister | S1E3

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work as consultants, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
 
In Episode 3, Helen Cassin, Senior TA Business Partner at Amoria Group, is joined by Ruby Bannister, Senior Consultant in the Manchester office, to explore the day-to-day reality of working as a CMC consultant.
 
This episode takes a closer look at the project-led side of consulting. Ruby shares how she manages multiple assignments, supports external experts on site, works closely with partners, and keeps projects moving smoothly when priorities change.In this episode, you’ll hear about:
 
What a day looks like for a CMC consultant across active projects
Balancing consultant support with partner and client expectations
How time and priorities are managed across multiple assignments
Tools, habits, and routines that support smooth project delivery
How the role adapts when urgent updates or time-sensitive requests come in
 
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A Day in the Life of a Recruiter: What the Role Really Looks Like with Kai Pesch and Benjamin Cole | S1E2

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work as consultants, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
 
In Episode 2, Kai Pesch, Recruitment Consultant at Amoria Bond’s Amsterdam office, is joined by Benjamin Cole, Senior Recruitment Consultant, to take listeners behind the scenes of a typical day in the industry.
 
Rather than talking in theory, this episode focuses on the reality of the role. Ben shares what a typical day actually looks like, how he balances candidates, clients and admin, and how priorities shift when the pressure is on.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
 
What a typical day in the life of a consultant really looks like
Which parts of the role are most rewarding, and which are most challenging
How consultants balance candidates, clients and admin with limited time
Tools, habits and routines that help stay organised and productive
How priorities shift when working on tough roles or high-pressure projects
 
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Path to Success in Recruitment: What It Takes to Become a Successful Recruiter with Daan Fokkema and Astri Anggariani | S1E1

Welcome to Progressing Careers Everywhere, a podcast brought to you by Amoria Group.
 
In this series, we explore what life is like for those who work as consultants, from the first weeks of training to the life-changing success stories that can be achieved, all from the people who work in this industry every day.
 
In our very first episode, Daan Fokkema, Director at Amoria Group’s Amsterdam office, is joined by Astri Anggariani, Senior Recruitment Consultant, to unpack what success in recruitment truly looks like.
 
Together, they discuss the mindset, habits, and resilience needed to thrive - from navigating early challenges and handling objections, to building trust with clients and candidates and thinking long-term about career growth.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
 
What it’s really like starting out in recruitment with no prior experience
How Astri’s definition of “success” has evolved over time
The habits and mindset traits that help recruiters thrive long-term
Overcoming objections, rejection, and tough early challenges
Finding confidence through consistency, curiosity, and self-reflection
Practical advice for anyone starting - or considering - a career in recruitment
 
Curious about where a career in consulting could take you?
 
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