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The Graduate Guide
by Peter Wood
We are dedicated to delivering value to anyone who feels lost or confused in their career journey through hosting interviews with guests such as the Managing Directors of BCG, Google and IPSOS, delving into their career trajectories, while also sharing the founding narratives of brands like Huel, Liquid Death and Flight Story.
Episodes
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The Final Episode of The Graduate Guide with Jonathan Fitchew, CEO of Apprentify
The Graduate Guide was acquired by The Apprentify Group in December 2025. In this episode, Peter and Jonathan reflect on the acquisition, their shared mission for early talent and how the world of work will be evolving in the coming years.
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Dr. Julian Nesbitt, Founder @ Dr Julian Medical Group
Dr. Julian Nesbitt, Founder @ Dr Julian Medical Group
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Stuart Trevor, Founder @ All Saints
Stuart Trevor, Founder @ All Saints
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Zubair Junjunia, Founder @ ZNotes
Zubair Junjunia, Founder @ ZNotes
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Sarah Skelton, Director & Co-Founder @ Flourish
Sarah Skelton, Director & Co-Founder @ Flourish
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Simon Tracey, Group CEO @ Broadwick
Simon Tracey, Group Chief Executive Officer @ Broadwick
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James Collier, Co-Founder @ Huel
James Collier, Co-Founder @ Huel
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Joe Glover, Co-Founder @ The Marketing Meetup
Joe Glover, Co-Founder @ The Marketing Meetup
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Asim Amim, Founder & CEO @ Plumm
Asim Amim, Founder & CEO @ Plumm
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Helen Beurier, Chief of People @ Newton Europe
In this episode, Helen Beurier talks to us about all things HR and Newton. As a people facing role, she recounts how the HR industry has developed in recent years, identifying different characteristics you should have for the role, as well as recounting different skills you should be developing...
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Mike Soutar, Non-Exec Director @ Scottish Rugby & Patrick Shea-Stamford, Founder @ Prolific Voices
Mike Soutar, Non-Exec Director @ Scottish Rugby & Patrick Shea-Stamford, Founder Prolific Voices
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Jamie Crummie, Co-Founder @ Too Good To Go
In this episode, Jamie Crummie talks us through how he founded the company all students know and love: Too Good To Go. Graduating with a law degree, Jamie took inspiration from his time working events in Australia, seeing the sheer amount of food waste, and transformed his passion for...
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James Cotton, Co-Founder @ iO Sphere
Have you ever considered working in data science but haven’t known where to start? In this episode, James Cotton talks us through how his company IO Sphere equips students with the knowledge and experience to start a career in data science. He demystifies the qualifications and skills you’d need…
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Lloyd Salmons, Co-Founder @ PepTalk
In this episode, Co-Founder of Peptalk Lloyd Salmons talks us through his journey from taking on the family business while at university to eventually founding Peptalk. He gives a masterclass on what makes great branding and its difference from advertising, common characteristics of speakers he’s...
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Alex Pellew, Co-Founder @ UNTIL
In this episode, Co-Founder of UNTIL talks us through how his company “solves real problems for real people.” Studying history at the University of Nottingham, working in advertising, writing books and eventually starting his business, he shares his advice on the power of not knowing what you…
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Georgia Gibson, Co-Founder @ Youni
In this episode, our first returning guest Georgia Gibson talks us through her brand Youni, the event-based social network that brings students together and builds strong communities. She recounts how her experience at the University of Oxford shaped her work ethic, the importance of defining…
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Claudia Cardinali, Strategy Director @ Great Influence
In this episode, Strategy Director at Great Influence Claudia Cardinali talks us through her journey from International Relations at the University of Leeds to creating her own personal branding agency. She talks us through the difference between luck and intention, thinking about your desired...
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Julian Osborne, Co-founder @ Batch LDN
In this episode, Co Founder of BatchLDN Julian Osborne talks us through how he’s developed his sustainable, stylish and casual suit brand. Having studied International Business Management with German at the University of Newcastle, and spending some time working for startups in Berlin, Julian was...
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Andrew Dobbie, Founder & CEO @ MadeBrave
In this episode, Founder and CEO of Made Brave Andrew Dobbie talks us through all things marketing, creativity, entrepreneurship and the founder lifestyle. He gives great advice on how you can leverage your creativity skills to stand out in your applications, how to personalise your CV and how to...
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Mehar Sindhu Batra, CEO & Founder @ MSB Vision
Are you an international student looking to study in the UK? Mehar Sindhu Batra works directly to help students get to the UK and support them in finding post-grad roles in the city. Recognising your unique challenges, her advice on navigating the job market, building a community and generating…
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James Mitra, Founder & CEO @ JBM
In this episode, Founder and CEO of JBM James Mitra talks us through his career journey from studying history at the University of Leeds, landing a graduate scheme in recruitment to eventually founding JBM. He gives great advice on the art of polite persistence, how to effectively put yourself…
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James Roycroft-Davis, Head of Early Stage @ Founders Capital
In this informative episode, Head of Early stage at one of Europe’s largest investor communities James Roycroft-Davis shares his wealth of advice on finding your drive, working around the system and how to be a ‘do-er with conviction.’ He gives a realistic insight into the downsides of...
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Anthony Smith, Director of Trailers @ Flight Studio
In this episode, Antony Smith shares the highs and lows of his journey to becoming the Director of Trailers at Flight Studio. Starting his career in the performing arts industry, he’s navigated imposter syndrome, mental health struggles and other challenges along the way. He gives insightful…
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Hugh Viney, Founder @ Minerva's Virtual Academy
Have you ever questioned the efficiency of traditional educational systems? In this episode, Hugh Viney talks us through his highly successful and innovative schooling model. Prioritising online, adapted learning for students from all backgrounds, he has successfully built communities all over…
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James Wise, Partner @ Balderton Capital
In this episode, Partner at Balderton Capital James Wise teaches us everything venture capital and career building. After doing an internship abroad at Mckinsey, James explored multiple industries, recounting the skills he’s learnt along the way in storytelling, time management and finding...
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Joshua Brandon, Founder @ Bermondsey & Ventures
Joshua Brandon, Founder @ Bermondsey & Ventures
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Katie Arnold, Founder @ P3PRMNT
Pursuing entrepreneurship since a young age with her Depop shop, Katie Arnold has lots of advice to share on her entrepreneurship journey. She shares advice on finding useful mentors, leveraging LinkedIn to gain traction and find people to help you, as well as revealing the ups and downs of being…
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Gabriel Nussbaum, That Money Guy/Co-Founder @ The Creator Space UK
In this invaluable episode, Gabriel Nussbaum talks us through all things finance, sharing his top tips for students and grads in saving up and budgeting. His further advice on finding your people at university, managing side hustles, and pursuing new and innovative careers is essential for all...
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George Imafidon, Co-Founder & CEO @ Motivez
In this episode, George Imafidon takes us back to his days at UCL, recounting the importance of having accountability partners, leveraging and building new skills and developing sequencing systems to ensure you’re on track to success with applications. He imagines how the career landscape will...
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Anthony Cheung, CCO @ AmplifyME
In this episode, CCO of Amplify Me Antony Cheung talks us through his journey of building the company, talking through how he built resilience, conversational skills, balances different relationships in his life, and how he imagined his future life. Talking about peer pressure and the fear of…
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Stephen Adeoye, CEO @ Beyond Education
In this incredibly insightful episode, Stephen Adeoye breaks down how to use your course content to find a career path, how to leverage your personality in the job search, and how to figure out what you sincerely want to do - even if that means jumping through multiple jobs! As the only black...
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Melissa Collett, CEO @ Insurtech UK
Are you a go-getter student who wants to work in an innovative industry? Melissa Collett, CEO of Insurtech demystifies the crossover of tech and insurance and outlines how you can get involved and flourish. Sharing a masterclass on all things experience building, CV writing, networking and stress...
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Nicola Gunby, Co-Founder @ CLIQ
University can be a lonely and confusing place for many, this is why Nicola Gunby has made it her mission to build communities across the UK to foster connection and cure loneliness. Founding CLIQ after dropping out of university and backpacking Australia, she walks us through the importance of...
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Alex Coulson, Managing Director @ National Student Esports
Ever wondered how playing e-sports links to career development? In this episode, Alex Coulsen tells us how playing esports develops essential career skills and is increasingly being used as an assessment tool for graduate schemes. Organising university esport societies, the National Student…
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Callum Woodcock, Founder @ WineFi
Have you ever felt trapped on a conveyor belt to a career or degree you don’t actually want? Callum Woodcock, life long aspiring founder, sincerely recounts how lost he felt pursuing the path expected of him - finance in big corporate via graduate schemes. Building up the courage to recognise…
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Hector Mason, General Partner @ Episode 1 Venture
Have you heard the words Venture Capital and Angel Investing floating around but aren’t sure what they mean? In this episode, Hector Mason, host of podcast Riding Unicorns gives us a masterclass on all things venture capital, investing and startups in his mission to empower the next generation of...
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Leo Harrison, Founder & CEO @ Chapter 2
In this episode, Leo Harrison shares his wealth of knowledge on mentorship, digging deep and the difference between those who went to uni and those that do an apprenticeship. Starting at Oliver Agency straight out of school, he recounts the importance of resilience when pushing from the...
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Hugo Campbell, Co-Founder @ Togather
Have you ever wanted to organise an event but not known where to even start? In this episode, Hugo Campbell talks us through his journey founding Togather, a market place for event suppliers. From studying English Lit at the University of Warwick, starting a career in journalism and founding...
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Antonio Zappulla, CEO @ Thomson Reuters Foundation
In this insightful and practical episode, Antonio Zappulla tells us how his proactiveness and linguistic skills helped him to climb the ranks to becoming CEO of Thomson Reuters. Grabbing at every opportunity and learning to trust his gut feeling, he shares his wisdom on quick decision making…
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Samuel Ola, Co-Founder @ Nestwork
Have you struggled to find your edge or are struggling to stick to a particular career path? In this episode, Samuel Ola recounts feeling like the odd one out who couldn’t find exactly what he wanted to do with his career, how he worked through his self-doubt and imposter syndrome and eventually...
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Adam Moriarty, Founder @ thehubb
Do you want to start a business but don’t have an idea just yet? No need to stress yourself out! In this episode, Adam Moriarty talks us through his entrepreneurial journey, investing in his interests and strengthening his skillsets whilst at university to prepare himself to eventually found...
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Rani Wynn, General Counsel @ LiveScoreGroup
Rani Wynn, General Counsel @ LiveScoreGroup
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TGG 100th Episode with Founder Peter Wood
Our very own founder, Peter Wood, switches seats and gets interviewed by our student interns. Peter talks all about his career journey leading up to building The Graduate Guide, how LinkedIn played a big role in his career development, and TGG's future plans.
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Alice & Ruth, Early Careers @ Schneider Electric
Huzzle Episode with Charlie Mart Alice & Ruth, Early Careers @ Schneider Electric
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Lydia Rodford, Radio Presenter @ Capital FM
The ultimate "yapping" expert. Capital Radio Presenter, Lydia Rodford joins TGG to air her career story. If you are someone interested in getting into radio, this is an episode you do not want to miss.
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Alfie Whattam, Founder @ ALFA
In this impactful episode, Alfie Whattam shares his wealth of knowledge on career building, networking, personal motivation and failure. Beginning his career as a magician, he recounts how his entrepreneurial skills developed, dropping out of university and climbing the ladder at a large...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are dedicated to delivering value to anyone who feels lost or confused in their career journey through hosting interviews with guests such as the Managing Directors of BCG, Google and IPSOS, delving into their career trajectories, while also sharing the founding narratives of brands like Huel, Liquid Death and Flight Story.
HOSTED BY
Peter Wood
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We are dedicated to delivering value to anyone who feels lost or confused in their career journey through hosting interviews with guests such as the Managing Directors of BCG, Google and IPSOS, delving into their career trajectories, while also sharing the founding narratives of brands like Huel,...
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The Graduate Guide is created and hosted by Peter Wood.
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