Favourite Positions
Work has changed and so should the way we think about it. Favourite Positions explores modern careers, leadership and human skills so you can move forward with intention and confidence.
Hosted by Alex Young, the podcast brings honest, thoughtful conversations with founders and leaders who are reshaping how work works. From practical career insight to big ideas about purpose and growth, each episode helps you think differently about your next step, whether you’re early in your career, switching paths or leading others.
Favourite Positions is part of a broader platform supporting people and organisations to build careers they love and workplaces that empower them. With no fluff, real-world tools and a community of people who value clarity and curiosity, this is your go-to space for inspiring stories and practical guidance.
Episodes
61 episodes
"Nearly 80% of Europeans feel unprepared to find a job in 2026" Charlotte Davies - Global Consumer Communications and Career Expert at LinkedIn
Nearly 80% of professionals across Europe say they feel unprepared to find a job in 2026. At the same time, almost half are planning to look for a new role this year.In this short, standalone episode of Favourite Positions, Alex...
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Episode 10: Work In Progress - Alex Young
💬 SummaryIn this special solo episode of Work in Progress, Alex takes a step back to reflect on the biggest lessons learned so far from the series. Instead of interviewing a guest, this episode brings together the key the...
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Episode 09: Work In Progress - Olly Haddock
💬 SummaryIn this episode of Work in Progress, we speak to Olly Haddock – solicitor, innovation specialist at Weightmans and founder of The Careers Edit – about redefining success, building careers that feel authent...
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Episode 08: Work In Progress - Emilie Lashmar
💬 SummaryIn this episode of Work in Progress, we speak to Emilie Lashmar – brand partner, community builder, and Director of GCUC UK – about the evolving world of work, the role of purpose in retention, and how space desi...
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Episode 07: Work In Progress - Solomon Mehta-Slade
💬 SummaryIn this episode of Work in Progress, we speak to Solomon Mehta-Slade – creator of Mental Fitness workshops for organisations, coach, and co-founder of The Change:Maker Collective – about building inner s...
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Episode 06: Work In Progress - Austin Okolo
💬 SummaryIn this episode, we speak to Austin Okolo – founder of Gen Z Recruits and a leading voice for Gen Z in the world of work – about turning lived experience into lasting impact.Austin shares how his en...
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Episode 05: Work In Progress - Hannah Sosovicka
💬 SummaryIn this episode, we speak to Hannah Sosa – founder of Subtle Series and host of the Awfully Quiet podcast – about redefining career progression for quietly ambitious people.Hannah shares th...
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Episode 04: Work In Progress - Joseph Liu
💬 SummaryIn this episode, we speak to Joseph Liu – career consultant, speaker and host of Career Relaunch – about what it really takes to pivot your career, build a personal brand that feels authentic and find conf...
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Episode 03: Work In Progress - Kaia Allen-Bevan
💬 Summary In this episode, we speak to Kaya Allen-Bevan – founder of Youth the Gap and Edge of Difference – about what it really means to build inclusive workplaces, protect your energy and keep showing up with purp...
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Episode 02: Work In Progress - Cameron MacRae
💬 Summary In this episode, we sit down with Cameron MacRae – Global Director at Bottle Rocket Search – to talk all things work, hiring and how to know if a job is actually right for you.From front-of-house roles in co...
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Episode 01: Work In Progress - Mary Kemp
💬 Summary In this episode, we chat to Mary, co-founder of AI Potential, about what it really means to work with AI – and how to use it to get ahead, especially if you’re early in your career or part of an underrepre...
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Episode 10: Career Unlocked - Rose Rowkins
Episode description:In this deeply impactful final episode of the Career Unlocked series, Alex sits down with Rose Rowkins, a passionate and experienced Suicide Prevention Trainer. Rose shares her journey from growing up ...
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Episode 09: Career Unlocked - Dean Connell
Episode description:In this thought-provoking episode of Career Unlocked, Alex sits down with Dean Connell, a creative director with over two decades of experience in the interior design industry and the founder of the in...
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Episode 08: Career Unlocked - Molly Johnson-Jones
Episode description: In this episode of 'Favourite Positions: Careers Unlocked,' Alex chats with Molly, Co-Founder of Flexa, to explore her journey from working on a farm during her childhood to creating a groundbreaking platfor...
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Episode 07: Career Unlocked - Hannah Cox
Episode description: In this episode of Careers Unlocked, Alex chats with Hannah Cox, Director of betternotstop and The Better Business Network. Hannah shares her journey from her challenging childhood in South London to bec...
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Episode 06: Career Unlocked - Rifa Thorpe-Tracey
Episode description:In this episode of 'Favourite Positions: Careers Unlocked,' Alex sits down with Rifa Thorpe-Tracey, a multifaceted professional known for her contributions to the digital and creative industries, as well as her...
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Episode 05: Career Unlocked - Olamide Majekodunmi
Episode description:In this episode of 'Favourite Positions: Careers Unlocked,' Alex chats with Olamide Majekodunmi, the inspiring founder of 'All Things Money,' to delve into her journey of promoting financial literacy and inclus...
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Episode 04: Career Unlocked - Mike Turner
Episode description: In this episode of Favourite Positions, Alex chats with Mike Turner, co-founder of Bird & Blend, a unique tea company known for its innovative blends and strong community focus. Mike shares his journe...
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Episode 03: Career Unlocked - Stefanie Sword-Williams
Episode description: In this episode of 'Favourite Positions: Careers Unlocked,' Alex sits down with Stefanie Sword-Williams, the dynamic founder of 'Fuck Being Humble,' to explore her journey of embracing authenticity and se...
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Episode 02: Career Unlocked - Bud Johnston
Episode description: In this episode of Favourite Positions, Alex sits down with Bud, the founder of BARCO, Boxless and Men of Melanin. Bud shares his journey from growing up in Brighton, navigating challenges in the educatio...
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Episode 01: Career Unlocked - Bailey Greetham-Clark
Episode description: In this episode of Favourite Positions, Alex sits down with Bailey Greetham-Clark, the founder of Be Great Fitness. Bailey shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a prominent...
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Episode 10: What's Working? Eden Maseyk and India Coles
Founded in 2022 by curator Eden Maseyk and entrepreneur Luke Davis, Helm Gallery in Brighton is the result of a collective vision; one that aims to provide a never-before seen arts and exhibition space in the heart of the city. The ...
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Episode 09: What's Working? - Sam Hornsby
In this episode we had the absolute pleasure of speaking to Sam Hornsby, co founder of creative career app ERIC. ERIC is an award-winning platform connecting the next generation of talent to the creative industries.Sam and he...
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