Kinda Planned
Kinda Planned
Podcast Description
Hi, I’m Alex Cuttiford, I’m career development obsessed and passionate about helping young professionals navigate their career with confidence, purpose, and impact.
With a background in Trades, youth work, career development and government, I know what it’s like to have had a messy career.
I also know my journey is my superpower.
Over the past 8 years, I’ve designed and delivered strategic career initiatives and coached people through transitions big and small. My focus is on helping others understand themselves — their values, strengths, and skills — so they can make career decisions that are not just smart, but meaningful.
I believe in holding space for authentic conversations, and the power of curiosity to unlock new opportunities.
I’m the creator of the Kinda Planned podcast — where through authentic conversations, inspiring stories, and practical advice I’ll help you take ownership of your career and make decisions that feel right.
But beyond the mic, I’m someone who’s walking the same path as my audience. I know what it feels like to be ambitious and uncertain, in fact I have embraced uncertainty as the gateway to unplannable opportunities.
I’ve learnt to hold my goals in an open hand and asses every opportunity that comes my way through the filter of my values and relationships. Honestly, I couldn’t have planned my career better if I tried.
I’m here for the people that want to build an impactful career without having to pretend they have it all figured out.
Thanks for joining me.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast addresses a variety of career development topics, including personal branding, emotional intelligence, and navigating workplace dynamics. Episodes explore issues like the value of happiness in career progression, the impact of personal experiences on career choices, and practical strategies for job searching and networking. For example, episode highlights include discussions with happiness researcher Declan Edwards and career author Alana Kilmartin.
Hi, I’m Alex Cuttiford, I’m career development obsessed and passionate about helping young professionals navigate their career with confidence, purpose, and impact. With a background in Trades, youth work, career development and government, I know what it’s like to have had a messy career. I also know my journey is my superpower. Over the past 8 years, I’ve designed and delivered strategic career initiatives and coached people through transitions big and small. My focus is on helping others understand themselves — their values, strengths, and skills — so they can make career decisions that are not just smart, but meaningful. I believe in holding space for authentic conversations, and the power of curiosity to unlock new opportunities. I’m the creator of the Kinda Planned podcast — where through authentic conversations, inspiring stories, and practical advice I’ll help you take ownership of your career and make decisions that feel right. But beyond the mic, I’m someone who’s walking the same path as my audience. I know what it feels like to be ambitious and uncertain, in fact I have embraced uncertainty as the gateway to unplannable opportunities. I’ve learnt to hold my goals in an open hand and asses every opportunity that comes my way through the filter of my values and relationships. Honestly, I couldn’t have planned my career better if I tried. I’m here for the people that want to build an impactful career without having to pretend they have it all figured out. Thanks for joining me.
Kinda Planned is part of the bud & bee career development podcast network.bud & bee.
Grieving Out Loud
A Mini-series on Grief.
Across two episodes, I will share some of my and Melissa’s journey following the loss of our first Son, River Henry.
Why Now?
- I want my son’s story to be told and known. He is wanted and deeply loved.
- It’s an opportunity to shine some light on the reality that this kind of loss occurs regularly and is often carried silently.
- To have a conversation about our culture’s complicated and often unhealthy relationship with grief.
Ep 2. The Role of Empathy in Navigating Grief with Mimi Nicklin
In this heartfelt interview, Mimi and I explore the power of empathy in the process of navigating grief. We discuss the difference between empathy and sympathy, how empathy can be developed as a skill set, and how to show up authentically for people who are grieving rather than relying on platitudes or saying what we think we should say.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miminicklin/
Website: https://www.empathyeverywhere.co/
Red Nose Australia: https://rednose.org.au/
Lifeline Australia: https://www.lifeline.org.au/
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