Taking Ctrl with Chloe and Gemma

Taking Ctrl with Chloe and Gemma

Taking Ctrl

Episodes 23
Avg. Duration 43m
Activity Sporadic
Since Jul 2023
Latest Episode May 2025

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About This Podcast

A podcast to help you take control of your career & level up in the modern workplace. Join us as we interview industry experts, share knowledge and experiences and navigate the opportunities of the tech-industry. There's so many new career opportunities out there that are becoming more accessible and varied than ever before. So how do you make the most of it? How do you take control of what you want to do? We're here to learn from the mentors you wish you had, kickstart the professional network you want to build & gain the work besties (us) you'll never lose.

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Recent Episodes

Why Relationships Matter in Product Marketing with Cisco Sara

May 05, 2025 44m

In this episode, we chat with Cisco Sara about what really drives success in Product Marketing – relationships.From building trust across product and design teams to influencing without formal…

Building a Design Portfolio & Online Identity

Apr 14, 2025 1h 6m

Portfolios aren’t what they used to be. In this episode, we (Gemma & Chloe) dive into the evolving role of portfolios across creative, tech, and product careers. From physical lookbooks to PDF…

S1E21 How to Own the Stage: Public Speaking Tips for Any Situation with Melanie Surplice

Feb 19, 2025 53m

Speaking with confidence can change everything — from career growth to personal influence. In this episode, we sit down with Melanie Surplice, a passionate public speaker and Toastmasters enthusiast,…

S1E20 Startups, AI & The Next Big Shift: What You Need to Know

Feb 03, 2025 59m

AI is moving fast—are you keeping up? In this episode, we sit down with Fiona Wilhelm to unpack the rapid rise of AI agents, the explosion of AI startups, and what it all means for businesses,…

Breaking the Glass Ceiling: A Lawyers Journey from Sales to Justice

Nov 24, 2024 48m

🎙️Episode Summary Lauren Dolman shares her inspiring journey of resilience, authenticity, and empowerment. From her transition between industries to publishing her book, Lauren provides thoughtful…

The Secret to Team Chemistry with Venessa Bennett

Oct 16, 2024 53m

🔍 In this episode, we explore: Why "good vibes" matter when building high-performing teams The power of personal branding (without the cringe factor) How to maintain team culture across global…

People First AI: Practical Applications with Fiona Wilhelm.

Sep 15, 2024 49m

In this Episode: What is Human Centred Design? How can we align our values to our Career What Career Paths get us into AI AI Adversion and managing Risks Practical use cases beyond Marketing …

Why do we fear success? Tall Poppy Syndrome & the ripple effect of standing out

Aug 14, 2024 31m

Follow us on Socials! 📸 Instagram: @takingctrlpodcast 📸 Tiktok: @takingctrlpodcast In this Episode: - What is Tall Poppy Syndrome? - How can this impact our careers and attitude to success? - How…

How Women are Changing the Definition of Modern Work

Jul 15, 2024 42m

We're super excited to have guest Peace Mitchell join us on Taking Ctrl! Peace Mitchell is a Publisher ,TEDx speaker, entrepreneur and Author. She is also the co-founder of The Women Changing the…

Risk and Reward: How to present ideas that stakeholders love

Jun 14, 2024 34m

Follow us on Socials! 📸 Instagram: @takingctrlpodcast 📸 Tiktok: @takingctrlpodcast Chloe and Gemma discussed the importance of understanding the reasons behind a 'no' in professional settings.…

How to Sell Technology: Storytelling through the lens of a Solutions Engineer

Apr 04, 2024 53m

Talking all things Story-telling and how to sell technology to non-technical people. Robin Foster joins us as an experienced Solutions Engineer with advice on "how not to tell a boring story" and how…

Building Self-Confidence and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Ashleigh Paholek

Feb 26, 2024 51m

We're super excited to have guest Ashleigh Paholek join us on Taking Ctrl! Ash is the founder of Tier Society, an organisation that aims to empower women+ by cultivating internal and external…

Making the most of Grants, Scholarships and Learning Budgets

Feb 09, 2024 36m

Hello Listeners! Today's topic talks about how to make the most out of what resources are available to help better your career. Whether that be applying for grants, scholarships or asking for a…

Finding your Community and Staying Relevant with Design Leader Ermi Mendoza-Isais

Jan 21, 2024 35m

Today with chat with Ermi Mendoza-Isais, a Design Mentor, Leader and Product Designer. Ermi has had a significant impact in the Design Community in Australia as one of the trailblazers of the…

Designing with Impact: Why technology needs more inclusive design with Michelle Ou

Jan 14, 2024 49m

Today we chat with Michelle Ou and her inspiring journey from optometry to technology consulting. We explore her career pivot, the transformative power of inclusive design, and its impact on…

Becoming a Leader, Adapting to Change and Personal Growth with Justin Hennessy

Nov 28, 2023 50m

Today we chat with Justin Hennessy, talking all things Leadership, Growth and what advice we'd tell our younger selves about our careers with what we know today. ABOUT JUSTIN: Justin is a Chief…

S1E2 Unlocking Brand Guidelines & Design Systems

Nov 19, 2023 38m

In this episode we discuss all things brand identities and explore some of the differences between brand guidelines and design systems. Digging deeper into what each other studied and sharing career…

Product Knowledge: Beyond the Buzzwords

Nov 19, 2023 36m

In this episode, we continue our conversation on some of the nuances and acronyms you might find while working in a Technology or Product Business. Follow us on Socials! 📸 Instagram:…

Evolving your Perspective on Leadership & Growth

Nov 19, 2023 33m

In this episode, we discuss leadership and growth. We chat and reflect on personal stories and share opinions which have helped evolve our own perspectives. Follow us on Socials! 📸 Instagram:…

Articulating Design Decisions: How to Sell your Creative Ideas to others

Nov 19, 2023 27m

Have you ever had to explain why you went a particular way with your designs, to people who have absolutely no clue? That sounds like a typical day for almost any creative. Often as a designer,…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Taking Ctrl with Chloe and Gemma have?

Taking Ctrl with Chloe and Gemma has published 23 episodes since July 2023, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is Taking Ctrl with Chloe and Gemma still active?

Taking Ctrl with Chloe and Gemma is currently sporadic with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 43m.

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