In this episode, we flip the mic as Elysia—our Marketing Executive, podcast editor, and host—sits on the other side of the sofa to reflect on her transformative placement year. From navigating a tough recruitment process to running a podcast solo, Elysia shares honest insights, valuable tips, and the lessons that shaped her journey. Content: 00:00 – “Don’t wait for opportunities” – Elysia core mindset 01:18 – Starting the placement year & studying at Loughborough 02:40 – How she found her placement using LinkedIn and Bright Network 05:10 – Recruitment tips: video submissions, interviews & the STAR method 08:41 – What employers really look for: enthusiasm, innovation, knowledge 13:43 – Biggest adjustments from uni to working life 20:27 – How university (societies & modules) prepared her for the role 25:41 – A typical day as a podcast host & marketing intern 27:21 – Projects she’s proud of: rebranding thumbnails & email campaigns 31:59 – Final advice: take initiative, make connections, and ask questions

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