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Career Transitions

Vanessa Teo & Vanessa Iloste

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Education

Frequency: 1 episode/19d. Total Eps: 48

We are HR leaders who are passionate about helping others achieve their full potential. Over the years, we have coached many people through life and career transitions, which has ignited our interest in the topic. We are fascinated with the science behind change, and curious to understand the trends and patterns of successful transitions.

We will bring together guests from all walks of life who have been through crucial career stages. We hope that you will be inspired by learning from the experiences of others- business leaders, executive coaches, and experts.

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🇫🇷 France - careers
11/08/2026
#100
🇫🇷 France - careers
10/08/2026
#54
🇫🇷 France - careers
30/07/2026
#89
🇫🇷 France - careers
29/07/2026
#56
🇫🇷 France - careers
22/07/2026
#64
🇫🇷 France - careers
11/07/2026
#93
🇫🇷 France - careers
10/07/2026
#67
🇬🇧 Great Britain - careers
02/07/2026
#90
🇫🇷 France - careers
15/03/2026
#84
🇫🇷 France - careers
29/01/2026
#85

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Navigating the Future of HR with JP Elliot S4 I Ep 1

Season 4 · Episode 1

Monday, September 2, 2024 • Duration 26:51

In this episode of the Career Transitions Podcast, we sit down with JP Elliott, an esteemed HR leader and host of the highly successful Future of HR podcast. With over 25 years of experience in corporate America, JP brings a wealth of knowledge on how the rapidly evolving landscape of work is transforming the human resources function.

JP shares his insights on the future of work, particularly the impact of technological advancements such as AI on HR organizations. We explore what it takes for HR teams to stay ahead in this dynamic environment, discussing key strategies like continuous learning, focusing on the right skills, and embracing AI to drive productivity.

JP also offers practical advice for professionals considering a career transition, highlighting the importance of experimentation, network-building, and seizing current job opportunities. His approach to HR is a blend of strategic business acumen and a commitment to fostering growth in others, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate the future of work effectively.

Tune in to gain valuable perspectives from one of the leading voices in HR and explore what the future holds for HR professionals and organizations alike.

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

· Vanessa Iloste (Host)

· Vanessa Teo (Host)

· Aaron Wu (Producer)

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Refresh Your Perspective to Accelerate Your Transition S3 I Ep7

Season 3 · Episode 7

Monday, June 24, 2024 • Duration 10:41

In this season finale, we walk down memory lane and explore the personal career stories of our very own Vanessa Iloste, an ESSEC Business School alumna, and Vanessa Teo. We explore:

Vanessa Iloste’s Journey: Discover how Vanessa Iloste.'s decision to attend ESSEC Business School in France set her on a path to global experiences and career adventures, including studying in Japan.
Challenges and Triumphs: Vanessa shares the challenges she faced and the support she received from her family and the ESSEC network, highlighting the importance of resilience and exploration.
Key Learnings and Tips: Both Vanessas reflect on the transformative power of continuing education, offering valuable tips for anyone considering further education.

Why Listen?

Inspiration: Get inspired by the personal stories and experiences of our hosts.
Actionable Advice: Gain practical tips on how to navigate your own career transitions and the benefits of continuing education.
Global Perspective: Understand the importance of a global mindset in today’s career landscape.

Tune in for an episode filled with heartfelt stories, practical advice, and the infectious enthusiasm of our hosts as they recount their journeys and offer guidance for your career transitions.

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

· Vanessa Iloste (Host)

· Vanessa Teo (Host)

· Aaron Wu (Producer)

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Playing the Long Game with Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov S2 I Ep9

Season 2 · Episode 9

Monday, January 29, 2024 • Duration 38:08

On this episode of the Career Transitions podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov.

Angela and Sergey are esteemed senior executives in talent management with extensive experience working for Fortune 500 companies across four continents. They are both renowned experts in the complex science of human performance, distilling it into practical and accessible concepts. As thought leaders and researchers, they frequently contribute to journals and have authored the insightful book, "FairTalk: Three Steps to Powerful Feedback."

During the interview, Angela and Sergey share their expertise in areas such as personal branding, career development, transitions, and performance management. Drawing from years of research and leadership experiences, they provide valuable insights on these topics.

One fascinating aspect of our conversation was discovering how both Angela and Sergey have cultivated a portfolio career throughout their professional journeys. In addition to holding senior leadership roles within their organisations, they have leveraged their expertise to expand their skill sets and career interests as speakers, authors, and industry thought leaders.

Their book, "FairTalk: Three Steps to Powerful Feedback," is a must-read for all leaders. Angela and Sergey offer a practical methodology for accurately assessing barriers to performance and present a simple three-step model for providing fair, focused, and credible feedback.

Tune in to this engaging podcast episode to gain valuable insights from Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov, as they share their wealth of knowledge and experiences in the realm of leadership and career development.

To learn more about Angela and Sergey’s works, see below:

Pick up a copy of their book:

Challenging Your Physical Limits Through Career Transitions with June Lam S2 I Ep8

Season 2 · Episode 8

Monday, January 15, 2024 • Duration 27:53

In this episode of Career Transitions, we speak with June Lam, commercial leader at a multinational energy company, and powerlifting champion! She juggles a disciplined workout schedule with a rigorous work agenda and a hectic life as a working mom.

In this episode, we take the conversation into the realm of physical wellbeing and the impact on our careers. In 2023, the World Health Organization reported that 1.4 billion adults are insufficiently active, with one in three women and one in four men not engaging in adequate physical activity. Although the benefits of physical activity are widely acknowledged, many may not prioritise this aspect of their lives.

In addition to mental and emotional well being, maintaining a healthy quality of life will allow us to get the most our of our mind, body, and soul. June Lam is an incredible example of what it takes to integrate an active lifestyle with our careers, and achieve great results through transitions.

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

· Vanessa Iloste (Host)

· Vanessa Teo (Host)

· Aaron Wu (Producer)

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Transitioning into Parenthood with Sue Stephens and Remko Glatzhofer S2 I Ep7

Season 2 · Episode 7

Monday, January 1, 2024 • Duration 36:19

In this episode, we bring attention to one of life’s important transitions- the transition into parenthood. Developmental scientists consider it to be one of the biggest changes in our lives, changing behaviors, identities, relationships, and much more, and it impacts everyone involved.

This journey into parenthood has significant impact on one’s life and career, and so we wanted to find out how working parents effectively integrate these changes. We also wanted to recognise the important work that organisations and leaders do to support their employees as they navigate through this important transition.

In this episode, we speak with husband and wife team, Sue Stephens and Remko Glatzhofer. Sue and Remko are proud parents of beautiful 2 year old Logan. Between juggling their busy lives as loving parents, they are both accomplished leaders in the technology industry.

We have a candid conversation about their lives as working parents, living away from immediate family in Europe, and juggling their demanding roles at work. How do they effectively integrate their lives as parents with their busy careers? How do they leverage on their network to support them? And how did their organisations and leaders support them on their journey?

This episode is for everyone! Whether you’re a working parent yourself, or work with parents on your team, getting an authentic point of view will help you navigate your working life with greater confidence!

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

· Vanessa Iloste (Host)

· Vanessa Teo (Host)

· Aaron Wu (Producer)

Journeying through work identity transitions with Karen Loon | S2 Ep6

Season 2 · Episode 6

Monday, December 18, 2023 • Duration 27:38

In our sixth episode of season 2, we speak with Karen Loon, Non-Executive Director and Author.

Karen is a thought leader and speaker on workplace diversity and inclusion. She had a successful corporate career for 29 years, and then transitioned into board roles. She was formerly PwC’s Singapore and Asia Pacific Diversity Leader and a member of its Global Diversity Leadership Team and Global Financial Services Diversity Steering Committee.

She recently wrote a book called Fostering Culturally Diverse Leadership in Organizations: Lessons from Those Who Smashed the Bamboo Ceiling. The book was a finalist in the 2023 Business Book Awards, International Book section.

Karen shares her views about what it takes to transition through different career identities. She also speaks of her research on the need for organisations to foster greater cultural diversity to enable greater representation at the top.

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· Vanessa Iloste (Host)

· Vanessa Teo (Host)

· Aaron Wu (Producer)

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Leading Organizational Transformation with Stanislas de Quercize | S2 Ep5

Season 2 · Episode 5

Sunday, December 3, 2023 • Duration 25:52

In our fifth episode of season 2, we speak with Stanislas de Quercize, board member, mentor, founder and president of a family business.

Stanislas was born in France and graduated from the Neoma Business School. He worked first for Procter and Gamble before taking Senior Executive positions in the Richemont Group. His career took him all across the globe and he managed international teams.

To name a few of the prestigious roles he had had, Stanislas was President and CEO of Cartier North America, Global President of Van Clefs and Arpels and Global President and CEO of Cartier.

Stanislas shares his views about what it means build teams and to help them to find their purpose.

We were inspired to speak with Stanislas and learn how his international experience, his well-rounded background has helped him navigate through successful career transitions.

Connect with us on LinkedIn:

· Vanessa Iloste (Host)

· Vanessa Teo (Host)

· Aaron Wu (Producer)

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New Leader Transitions with Vanessa Teo and Iloste I S2 Ep4

Season 2 · Episode 4

Monday, November 20, 2023 • Duration 26:22

On this episode, Vanessa Iloste and Vanessa Teo respond to some of the questions we’ve received from our listeners!

One of the important transitions that all professionals make is when we move into new roles. Whether you are moving to a business, organization, team, or taking on new leadership position, planning your transition matters!

Understanding your context, and planning your assimilation into this new environment is paramount to your success.

In this episode, we share our experiences on how successful individuals transition into new leadership roles.

1. How do you effectively set yourself up for success in the first 90 days?

2. What are the must-wins of this new role?

3. Who are your key stakeholders and how do you prioritize these relationships?

4. How do we address imposter syndrome?

5. And how do you find a mentor who can help you along the way?