Bring Your Kid To Work

33. The Physiotherapist - Nicole Haynes

ABOUT THE GUEST(S): Nicole Haynes is a dedicated and passionate paediatric physiotherapist, a managing partner, and the principal paediatric physiotherapist at Q Paediatrics. With a background in exercise science, Nicole specialises in working with children with physical disabilities, cognitive challenges, and neurodivergent conditions. She is also an advocate for her profession, a teacher at the University of Queensland, and an NDIS services coordinator. George, Nicole's son, is a curious and ambitious nine-year-old who aspires to be of service to others through potential career paths such as a doctor, a vet, or a police officer. His interest in helping people and animals is evident in his desire to make a positive impact in the world. EPISODE SUMMARY: Welcome to "Bring Your Kid to Work," where Nicole and her son George discuss the field of paediatric physiotherapy. Nicole narrates her journey from being a swim teacher to a nanny, a bike mechanic in the Caribbean, and ultimately a paediatric physiotherapist. The conversation touches on the joys and challenges of working with kids, the importance of finding a fulfilling career, and the diverse roles within the profession. In this heartwarming episode, Nicole and George reflect on the rewarding aspects of Nicole's job, the significance of helping others, and the power of finding meaningful work. From teaching kids to ride bikes to facilitating socialisation skills, they explore the impact of paediatric physiotherapy on children's lives. KEY TAKEAWAYS: * Nicole is a dedicated paediatric physiotherapist specialising in working with children with disabilities, cognitive impairments, and neurodivergent conditions. * George demonstrates a keen interest in helping others and expresses a desire to pursue a career in medicine, veterinary science, or law enforcement. * Nicole's career journey includes roles as a swim teacher, nanny, bike mechanic in the Caribbean, and a personal trainer before finding her calling as a paediatric physiotherapist. * The podcast episode highlights the importance of finding a job that brings fulfilment and joy, as well as the value of being engaged in meaningful work. * Both Nicole and George emphasise the significance of enjoying and being passionate about one's job to avoid burnout and find satisfaction in one's career path. NOTABLE QUOTES: * "Helping people kind of makes you feel good because you're like, 'Oh, I've helped somebody, that's good. I've made their life maybe a bit easier.'" - George * "It's important to find something that is meaningful for you and that you relate to." - Nicole * "The journey is to always find stuff that is meaningful for you and that you relate to." - Nicole RESOURCES: * Q Paediatrics [https://www.qpaediatrics.com.au/] * University of Queensland - School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences [https://shrs.uq.edu.au/] Don't miss out on the insightful conversation between Nicole and George. Tune in to the full episode for more engaging stories and valuable insights! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Season Three is COMING SOON!

We can't wait to bring you more great stories of real people doing real jobs, and amazing kids with ambition and worries and delightful insights into what their parents' work means. In the meantime - Nicole has had a busy couple of months - guesting on and hosting more podcasts. If you'd like to hear Nicole on some other podcasts you can listen to: The amazing 'Birth of a Mama' podcast with Natalie Welch. (Nicole talks about her four pregnancies and births in an exploration of the pregnancy, birth and postpartum period in a Mama's life) On Apple Podcasts here: Episode 31 [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/31-nicole-lessios-postpartum-perspectives-as-a-mama/id1676102769?i=1000657047589] On Spotify here: bit.ly/3x7nr4f [https://bit.ly/3x7nr4f] Navigating Aged Care - from St Vincent's Care A five part series focused on demystifying the process of aged care - from making the decision, to the move, the transition into care, how to thrive, and ultimately how to navigate end of life - with residents, families, aged care staff, a psychologist and a geriatrician. Great expert advice and wonderful guests. On Apple Podcasts here: Navigating Aged Care [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/navigating-aged-care/id1748487637] On Spotify here: spoti.fi/3VgbnWg [https://spoti.fi/3VgbnWg] And on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Aer61TMm2LI?feature=shared [https://youtu.be/Aer61TMm2LI?feature=shared ] It's a real cradle to grave alignment this month. Hope you enjoy those as much as I enjoyed making them. Talk to you soon. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2 FAVOURITE: The Philanthropist - Ryan Ginard

ABOUT OUR GUESTS: * Ryan Ginard: Ryan Ginard is an international award-winning author, the founder of Fundraise for Australia, and currently the Head of Advocacy for Effective Philanthropy at the Mindaroo Foundation. With a background in politics and a passion for making a positive impact, Ryan has dedicated his career to philanthropy and empowering next-generation leaders. He believes in the power of giving time, talent, and treasure to uplift communities and create lasting change. * Roman: Roman is Ryan's son, an eight-year-old who is passionate about becoming a book writer. While he may not be sold on the benefits of philanthropy just yet, Roman is excited about using his talent for writing to bring joy and laughter to readers through his funny books. EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of "Bring Your Kid to Work," host Nicole interviews Ryan Ginard and his son Roman. Ryan is a philanthropist and the Head of Advocacy for Effective Philanthropy at the Mindaroo Foundation. He shares his journey into the world of philanthropy, emphasising the importance of giving time, talent, and treasure. Roman, on the other hand, dreams of becoming a book writer and discusses his love for writing funny stories. Throughout the conversation, Ryan and Roman explore the concept of philanthropy, the impact of giving, and the role of leadership in creating positive change. Key themes discussed in this episode include the definition of philanthropy, the role of philanthropists in society, the importance of empathy and social skills, the power of storytelling, and the impact of small acts of kindness. Ryan also highlights the need for next-generation leaders and the value of investing in leadership development. NOTABLE QUOTES: * "Giving is really about giving your time, talent, and treasure. It's about volunteering, participating on boards, and sharing your expertise." - Ryan Ginard * "It's the little things of showing up and contributing that can change the trajectory of people, families, and everything." - Ryan Ginard * "Philanthropy is about making progress every day and leaving the place in a better state than we inherited it." - Ryan Ginard * "I want to write long books, funny stuff that brings joy to readers." - Roman RESOURCES: * You can buy Ryan's books about philanthropy, "Future Philanthropy" [https://collinsbooks.com.au/p/future-philanthropy] and "Nonprofit Moneyball" [https://www.booktopia.com.au/nonprofit-moneyball-ryan-ginard/book/9798218196363.html] * Mindaroo Foundation: Website [https://www.mindaroo.com.au/] * Fundraise for Australia: Website [https://fundraiseforaustralia.org/] * Avid Reader: Website [https://avidreader.com.au/] * Where the Wild Things Are: Website [https://www.wherethewildthingsare.com.au/] LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE AND SEE THE TRANSCRIPT HERE [https://bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes/thephilanthropist]. CHECK OUT THE COMPANION BLOG PIECE HERE. [https://www.bringyourkidtowork.com/blog] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2 FAVOURITE: The Bookish Doctor - Dr Zewlan Moor

This week's FAVOURITE features our brilliant guests Dr Zewlan Moor and her daughter Ramona. ABOUT THE GUESTS: Dr. Zewlan Moor is a general practitioner, surgical assistant, bibliotherapist, and children's book author. She specialises in robotic prostatectomies and skin cancer diagnosis and surgery. Dr. Moor is also the author of two picture books, "Nothing Alike" and "The Bill Dup," with more books on the way. She is passionate about combining her love for medicine and literature to help others. Ramona is Dr. Moor's daughter and a high school student. She is interested in languages and plans to pursue a law degree after high school. Ramona enjoys reading, painting, and drawing in her free time. EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of "Bring Your Kid to Work," host Nicole interviews Dr. Moor and Ramona. Dr. Moor shares her experiences as a surgical assistant, bibliotherapist, and children's book author. She discusses her work in robotic prostatectomies and skin cancer diagnosis, as well as her passion for writing. Ramona talks about her plans for the future, including an upcoming exchange program in France. The episode highlights the importance of finding a career that combines one's interests and the value of reading as a form of therapy. KEY TAKEAWAYS: * Dr. Zewlan Moor is a general practitioner who specialises in robotic prostatectomies and skin cancer diagnosis and surgery. * Ramona plans to pursue a law degree and is interested in learning multiple languages. * Dr. Moor is also a children's book author and bibliotherapist, using books to help others navigate through life's challenges. * The episode emphasizes the importance of finding a career that aligns with one's interests and the value of reading as a form of therapy. * Ramona's upcoming exchange program in France offers an exciting opportunity to immerse herself in a different culture and language. NOTABLE QUOTES: * "I think that for people who don't read much, it's harder to find a good fiction book. And it might be the fiction book that you were meant to find, and that will really touch you." - Dr. Zewlan Moor * "I want to try and learn Latin even though no one speaks it, but just because if I learn Latin, it will be so much easier to learn other Latin-based languages." - Ramona RESOURCES: * Dr. Zewlan Moor's website is here: https://zewlanmoor.com/index.html#hero [https://zewlanmoor.com/index.html#hero] * Dr. Zewlan Moor's books: "Nothing Alike" [https://www.wherethewildthingsare.com.au/p/nothing-alike?barcode=9781761212239&search_key=nothing+alike]and "The Bill Dup" [https://www.wherethewildthingsare.com.au/p/the-bill-dup?barcode=9781921136436&search_key=the+bill+dup] can be purchased from my favourite kids bookshop, Where The Wild Things Are [https://www.wherethewildthingsare.com.au/], West End. To listen to the full episode and discover more inspiring stories, tune in to the "Bring Your Kid to Work" podcast. Stay tuned for future episodes filled with valuable insights and engaging conversations. For a full transcript of this episode, visit here [https://open.acast.com/networks/64b49637c81f3b0011805aa3/shows/64b49636c81f3b0011805a9d/episodes/www.bringyourkidtowork.com/episodes]. For a companion blog post on this episode, visit here [https://open.acast.com/networks/64b49637c81f3b0011805aa3/shows/64b49636c81f3b0011805a9d/episodes/www.bringyourkidtowork.com/blog]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2 FAVOURITE: The Inventor & Business Owner - Caroline Farrer - Solmates

This week's bonus favourite episode should inspire your creativity and 'give it a go' spirit! About our Guests: Caroline Farrer is a mum of two who has had a diverse career. She worked in film and TV marketing at the BBC, Universal Studios, and Warner Brothers before transitioning into the social impact sector. Caroline then co-founded Solmates Australia, [https://www.solmates.com.au/] a business that offers a refillable sunscreen applicator made of recycled ocean plastic. With a focus on sustainability and reducing plastic waste, Caroline and her business partner invented Solmates to make it easier for people to protect themselves from the sun while being environmentally conscious. Episode Summary: In this episode, Caroline Farrer and her son Felix join the podcast to discuss Caroline's journey as an inventor and business owner. Caroline shares how she and her friend Kelly Riley came up with the idea for Solmates, a refillable sunscreen applicator, to address the problem of plastic waste. They wanted to make it easier for people to use sunscreen in bulk while reducing their environmental impact. Caroline talks about the process of bringing their invention to life, finding the right partners, and marketing their product. Felix also shares his aspirations of starting his own business in the future. Key Takeaways: Caroline and Kelly invented Solmates, a refillable sunscreen applicator, to address the problem of plastic waste and make it easier for people to use sunscreen in bulk. The process of bringing their invention to life involved finding the right design agency and manufacturing partners, as well as sourcing recycled plastic for the applicators. Caroline's background in marketing and Kelly's experience in project management helped them navigate the challenges of starting their own business. Solmates has gained traction in Australia, with independent retailers and even the Cancer Council stocking their product. Caroline's advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is to start small, take it step by step, and be open to pivoting if necessary. Notable Quotes: "I think it's just that ownership and the ability to figure it out as you go." - Caroline Farrer "If you've got an idea, then go for it. Like Caroline said and acknowledged, she and Kelly are in the really privileged position of being able to do that. But not everybody can. Boy, if you can, don't let that idea go to waste. It needs somewhere to go. It needs someone to bring it to." - Nicole "I think if you just start and you take it bit by bit, I think that's the most important thing." - Caroline Farrer Resources: Solmates Australia website [https://www.solmates.com.au/] - you can buy direct! For a full transcript of this episode visit the website. [https://open.acast.com/networks/64b49637c81f3b0011805aa3/shows/64b49636c81f3b0011805a9d/episodes/www.bringyourkidtowork.com.au/episodes] For a companion blog piece on this episode, visit our blog page. [https://open.acast.com/networks/64b49637c81f3b0011805aa3/shows/64b49636c81f3b0011805a9d/episodes/www.bringyourkidtowork.com.au/blog] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.