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MULTIPLE HATS: STEM Careers | Reinvention | Entrepreneurship |Thought LeadershipFind your vision and make it happen! Author: Angelique Greco Biotech & Health-Tech Expert STEM Thought Leadership Coach
Multiple Hats is a STEM career podcast for professionals who want more than the 95. Hear real stories of STEM professionals reinventing their careers from scientists turned founders to biotech consultants and entrepreneurs.Hosted by Angelique Greco, a biotech and health-tech expert with 15 years across the drug development lifecycle, this show explores how STEM careers can evolve into entrepreneurship, thought leadership, and portfolio work that truly matters.Through in-depth conversations with entrepreneurial STEM professionals, youll discover:Where a STEM degree can take you (career possibilities are infinite).How to embrace your unique patchwork of skills and experiences.Practical tactics to reinvent, transition, or leap into new opportunities.Mindset shifts from Can I? to Heres how!You will hear:Indepth interview to hear the whole storyQuick wins episode with key takeaways and actionable insights for youPractical tips to help you change your self limiting mindsets and grow furtherFor who:Scientists, PhDs, engineers, clinicians, biotech consultants, tech pros including women balancing STEM careers with motherhood while fighting stereotypes.Why listen: Representation and role modelling matter. Bold and brave STEM professionals share how they carved their own paths so you can too. New episodes weekly. Follow now to reinvent your STEM career and design work on your own terms. STEMM Science Technology Engineering Mathematics MedicineVisit my website https://angeliquegreco.com.au/ for short bite insights and on how to start crafting your message to set you on track for the career your want (Discover, Articulate, Master). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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STEM Careers Beyond the Job Description, How to Own Your Path and When to Build Your Own Box, with STEM founder Catherine O’Mahony
Episode 44
Monday, 16 February, 2026
You are a STEM professional and you tick every box on paper, so why do you still feel boxed in, underused, or quietly restless at work?🔍 What You’ll Learn:If you are a STEM professional who has done everything right but feels stuck in a narrow lane, this episode is for you.We unpack the dynamics shaping recruitment and job seeking and how you can find breadth beyond the job description and when to build your own box with insights from Catherine's own founder journey.You will learn:What actually makes a STEM candidate stand out beyond the job description, and why EQ, delivery, and motivation matter more than endless upskillingWhy most companies hire you to stay in your lane, and how to deliberately create breadth without burning trust or credibilityHow to take ownership of your career, whether that is shaping a role internally, choosing the right company size, or stepping into entrepreneurshipHit play if you want practical, grounded advice on how to design a STEM career that fits your life, not just your CV.This episode was recorded in July 2025 but Catherine's word are as relevant today as they were a few months back. 🧠 About the Guest:Catherine O’Mahony is the CEO and founder of OnQ Recruitment, which she started 25 years ago. With a background in science and decades of experience placing talent across the life sciences, Catherine brings a rare dual perspective, how careers are built inside organisations, and how creating your own business can be a deliberate career move rather than a leap into chaos.📌 Episode Highlights:00:00 Why high-performing STEM professionals still feel underused03:45 How STEM recruitment has changed since 1999, from fax machines to LinkedIn07:00 What makes a stellar candidate beyond technical skills10:41 Learning fast vs delivering value, where many STEM professionals trip up15:00 Employer value proposition, power shifts after COVID, and what changed back22:00 Salary transparency, equity, and what the data really shows in life sciences27:40 Why women are still underrepresented at the top, and the role of advocates32:10 Beyond the job description, breadth vs depth and choosing the right company size38:00 Why career ownership is not your manager’s job45:00 Catherine’s founder story, the real first step to starting a business52:00 Rapid-fire truths on transferable skills, perfectionism, and taking action🔗 Resources Mentioned:OnQ Recruitment Salary Survey – https://www.onqrecruitment.com.auCompany Directors Course (AICD) – https://aicd.com.au🤔 Reflection Time:Where in your current role are you delivering value, and where are you quietly bored but staying silent?Do you want more depth, more breadth, or more control, and which environment actually supports that?What is one conversation or small action you could take this month to stop waiting and start shaping your path?Want to craft a career story that opens doors?I help STEMM professionals speak with clarity, confidence, and purpose and show up as thought leaders —so the right opportunities find you.📬 Let’s connect: angeliquegreco.com.au | LinkedIn ⭐️ Help More People Reinvent Their CareersIf you enjoyed this episode, please:✅ Leave a quick ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 🙏♻️ Share it with a friend who's questioning their path in STEM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
