Your Career Journey
Welcome to Your Career Journey, the podcast designed for Marketers and Creatives who are navigating the twists and turns of career development.
Whether you're a seasoned professional navigating a career transition, climbing the corporate ladder, looking to return to work after some time away or just taking your first steps, this show is for you.
Each episode dives into real stories from Marketers and Creatives who’ve made their mark. We’ll cover career challenges, triumphs, and everything in between, offering practical insights and inspiration and giving you valuable takeaways for your journey.
Expect candid conversations with industry experts and thought leaders who've embraced the highs, weathered the lows and emerged with wisdom worth sharing.
Join me and let’s explore the multifaceted landscapes of career development, learning, and growth together.
Your Career Journey
Say yes then figure it out. How Amy Barry rose through the Retail Marketing ranks
In this episode, I sit down with Amy Barry to unpack the lessons she’s learned throughout her career in Retail Marketing and she shares insights that are valuable no matter where you are in your own journey.
Amy’s career took a major turn when she said yes to what seemed like a short-term opportunity, a three-month contract at The Good Guys. That decision ended up shaping the next decade of her career, allowing her to gain invaluable experience and work her way up the corporate ladder. From there, she spent nearly five years at Spotlight Retail Group before making the jump to the supplier side in her current Head of Marketing role.
We dive into what those transitions taught her about taking risks, advocating for herself, and stepping into leadership roles before feeling 100% 'ready.'
One of the biggest game-changers in her career? A lightbulb moment during DISC Behavioural Model training that completely shifted how she worked with her team and managed up. Amy shares how this understanding of different work styles transformed her leadership approach and deepened her relationships at work.
We also discuss the influence of great (and not-so-great) leaders in shaping her own management style and how she continues to evolve as a leader.
And finally, we wrap up with a conversation about the power of dreaming big
This episode is packed with career wisdom, real talk, and some seriously valuable takeaways. I hope you enjoy it!
If you'd like to connect with Amy:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-barry-8b988956/
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:32 Early Career and Education
01:58 First Job and Real-World Lessons
02:54 Career Challenges and Breakthroughs
03:45 The Good Guys Experience
05:47 Leadership and Management Insights
08:07 Transition to Anaconda and New Challenges
09:37 Supplier Side and Current Role
14:00 Retail Marketing Dynamics
22:49 Navigating Management Roles
25:22 Frustration with Team Dynamics
25:42 Discovering the DISC Principle
26:20 Adapting Communication Styles
27:16 Building Better Relationships at Work
27:48 The Impact of DISC on Team Performance
28:43 Leadership and Management Insights
31:17 Personal Experiences with DISC
35:00 Advocating for Yourself in the Workplace
46:18 The Importance of Dreaming Big
48:23 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Hi, I'm Emma. A Career Coach helping Marketers and Creatives get greater clarity on their career paths and confidently navigate the steps needed to create change.
If you'd like to connect with me, you can find me via:
Website - https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham/
