What is the book (or books) you’ve given most as a gift, and why?
Brian Tracy,
The Psychology of Achievement and Jen Sincero,
You Are A Badass
What purchase of $100 or less has most positively impacted your life in the last six months?
Liraip Smart Phone Video Kit with Tripod, Microphone and LED Light which has really helped with Video Calls, promotional material and Interactions, found on Amazon
When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused, or have lost your focus temporarily, what do you do?
I refocus on my commitment and goals, who am I and why am I doing what I am doing?
What Are Bad Recommendations You Hear In Your Profession Or Area Of Expertise?
There is a lack of opportunity available, opportunity is everywhere, some people are just more open to seeing it than others.
In The Last Five Years, What New Belief, Behavior, Or Habit Has Most Improved Your Life?
Like yourself and love your work.
What is one of the best or most worthwhile investments you’ve ever made?
Self development, keep learning, never rely on others, invest time in yourself and become great at being that person and what you want to become.
Like yourself and love your work.
Michelle Ansell
If you could have a gigantic billboard anywhere with anything on it — what would it say and why?
“Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.” – Leo F. Buscaglia
When did you first become a rebel?
I think I was born one…
What advice would you give to a smart, driven college student about to enter the “real world”? What advice should they ignore?
Be on time, listen, do more than is expected of you. Don’t believe the world owes you anything, or rely on anyone else to get it for you. Nothing was ever achieved without hard work and consistently good commitment.
What careers advice would you give to your 21-year old self?
Don’t spend your money before you earnt it and save more for a rainy day.
What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?
Detective or Private Investigator.
Where do you see your industry in the next 5 years?
Evolving, automation and digitisation will really pick up pace.
Tell us about someone you admire and why you admire them?
Anyone who achieves success, success never comes easy and there are so many inspirational characters in all walks of life we can all learn from.
What is currently wrong with the recruitment process today?
Too many people are doing what they have always done, expecting different results, almost everyone knows that there is or, should be a better way but very few are delivering it and or, looking for it.
What is the most common mistake you see people make when applying for jobs?
Sending the same CV to every role.
What is a hot skill that can benefit everyone's resume?
Patience. Just breathe, take a beat and count to 10.
How does your resume advice change from a 22 year old to a 35 year old?
It doesn’t really, be yourself and make it crystal clear what someone is getting from you, whether it be who you are and what makes you different to everyone else, through what you have done and achieved, work or otherwise.
What did you have for breakfast this morning?
Porridge Oats, with some blueberries, banana and honey with a White Tea, Actimel and a Berocca.