Articles written by Gina Bell- Career Advisor/Career Coach/Career Counsellor
Recent research on parental influence on career choice has confirmed that parental influence plays a highly significant role in a teenager’s career aspirations. While parents can be a valid support, the research has also found that their interference can constitute a risk to the individual’s well-being, with important repercussions in terms of school anxiety, burnout,…Read More
Mums returning to work after a career break can feel daunting. Gaps in your resume, shifting priorities, and a lack of confidence might hold you back. But what if I told you that motherhood has equipped you with some of the most valuable workplace skills Returning to work after parental leave You’re not imaging…Read More
In this post, you’ll discover: ✅ How many students achieved a 99.95 ATAR in 2025 ✅ Why high ATAR students still drop out or feel lost in their first year of university ✅ The soft skills universities look for and why your ATAR alone isn’t enough ✅ The growing burden of HECS debt (and how…Read More
If you’re feeling lost in life, chances are you are also feeling lost in career. Work takes up a significant portion of your waking hours, and when it lacks purpose or direction, it can leave you anxious, unmotivated, or even depressed. No matter your age 20s, 30s, 40s or beyond you’re not alone. It almost…Read More
If you start a career today, you are likely to go through around 5 career changes and have 17 jobs over your working life. Those numbers probably surprise you. Changing career paths can sound scary, and the practical steps of actually doing it are usually what leaves you feeling stuck. But career change shouldn’t feel…Read More
Have you ever had the nagging feeling that your job just doesn’t fit quite right any more. Its like you have outgrown your job. A third of prime age workers in Australia are considering quitting their jobs. Here are seven subtle yet significant signs that might indicate it’s time for your next career chapter. Seven…Read More
When coming to making career decisions, many people use the DIY approach. Some spent thousands of dollars completing university courses, listening to the advice of family and friends, and buying every career self-help book they could get their hands on in the hope that they had chosen a career that suits them. Some have relied…Read More
A gifted person has exceptional ability in one or more areas, such as academics, creativity, sport or emotional intelligence. They often think and feel with unusual depth and intensity. Many are driven by high standards and sensitive to fairness, and many also struggle with perfectionism and a sense of not belonging. Giftedness looks different…Read More
Embarking on a career journey can be both thrilling and daunting. Whether you’re just starting your professional adventure, aiming for a career transition, or looking to climb the corporate ladder, the guidance of professional career coaching can prove invaluable. In this blog post, I’ll explore six compelling reasons why investing in career coaching is a…Read More
The impact of “Face Saving” can pose a real risk to an individual’s well-being and progression in an Australian workplace. In many Asian cultures, face-saving whether it’s personal dignity or the respect of others is essential. The concept of “face” is a social value deeply embedded in countries such as China, Japan, Korea, and others….Read More
