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S1 BONUS: The Kids Take Over! Behind The Scenes of BYK2W

S1 BONUS: The Kids Take Over! Behind The Scenes of BYK2W

Your host, Nicole Lessio, is interviewed by her two big kids for a behind-the-scenes bonus episode

Bring Your Kid To Work · Nicole Lessio

January 14, 202425m 58sbonus

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BONUS EPISODE TIME!

An end-of-season one bonus - BEHIND THE SCENES - flip the script episode. The kids have taken over - Nicole's two biggest kids, Megan and Alex, are asking all the questions today.


About the Guests:

  • Nicole Lessio: Nicole is the host of the "Bring Your Kid to Work" podcast. She has a background in teaching and has worked in various roles, including in local government and as a records manager. Nicole is passionate about helping people understand different careers and the impact they have on individuals and their families.


Episode Summary:

In this bonus episode of "Bring Your Kid to Work," host Nicole Lessio is interviewed by her children, Megan and Alex. They discuss Nicole's first job as a Santa Claus impersonator at her parents' butcher shop, her experiences working at McDonald's, and her worst job at a bus depot. Nicole also shares her thoughts on what makes a good boss, her career aspirations as a child, and her journey to becoming a podcaster. The episode concludes with Megan and Alex reflecting on their own career aspirations and expressing their admiration for their mum.


Key Takeaways:

  • Nicole's first job was dressing up as Santa Claus at her parents' butcher shop during the Christmas holidays.
  • She enjoyed working at McDonald's, particularly in the drive-through section on busy Friday nights.
  • Nicole values bosses who see her potential, give her challenges to grow, and give credit where it's due.
  • She initially wanted to be a paediatrician but changed her career aspirations after realising she couldn't handle certain aspects of the job.
  • Nicole started the "Bring Your Kid to Work" podcast to provide insights into different careers and help people make informed decisions about their future.


Notable Quotes:

  • "A good boss is someone who sees your potential, not just what you can do right now, but what you are capable of and gives you challenges to stretch yourself and make yourself grow." - Nicole Lessio
  • "I think the biggest chunk [of being a podcaster] is the editing. For every hour of audio that I record, it takes me at least three times as long to edit." - Nicole Lessio
  • "I think the job that was the best for you [Nicole] was being my mum. Although it's not a paying job, it is a full-time one." - Megan

Resources:


Listen to the full episode on Bring Your Kid to Work for more insights into Nicole's career journey and the experiences of being a working parent. Stay tuned for future episodes of the podcast, where Nicole interviews a variety of guests about their careers and the impact on their families.

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