S04 EP3: On Second Chances with Matthew Moore

In this episode, Caroline Cahill sits down with Matthew Moore, who shares his remarkable story of resilience and transformation. From facing bankruptcy to returning to education at Trinity College Dublin, Matthew navigated one of the most challenging periods of his life to eventually become a senior vice president at an international investment firm. Matthew discusses the pivotal moment when he decided to pursue a law and business degree during his three-year bankruptcy, the support of his family, and how he leveraged his unique life experiences to build a successful career. Whether you’re a mature student, considering a major life change, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with insights on finding opportunity in adversity. For more on Matthew's journey, check out his 2016 Irish Times article and as always, head to tcd.ie/careers to check out the resources that supported his path to success. Tune in for a candid conversation that underscores the power of persistence, humility, and self-belief. Reflect and Articulate Your Skills Use "Trinity's Guided Reflection Tool" supports you to reflect on your experiences, to identify and to articulate your skills and offer these to employers. Available at our website. Articulate Your Skills to Employers in your applications and at interview. See Applications and Interviews section of our website for practical tips and advice. Your careers consultant can support you with self reflection, self belief, moving beyond your comfort zone and lots moreNetworking. Are you interested in making connections with employers and alumni? Join Trinity's alumni to student network through mentoring . See our website Explore Your Options section. LinkedIn is a great way to connect with people for professional purposes. Get some tips at our website Explore Your Options section. Attend employer and alumni events. Get Involved in Student Life as a way to develop Work Experience See Find a Job section of our website for advice on finding work experience and work Apply for jobs and work experience through