Question: Would you say the many previous jobs you have had have given you good life experience for the future? Has it made you a more influential and well-rounded person?

Liz Halstead answered on 21 Nov 2022:

Hi, thanks for this question. Yes I would say it has helped me be more well-rounded, I have worked for lots of different personalities and had many work challenges. It is helped me to stay focused on myself, and what I want out of life. It has also helped me to realise when people say things to you, they often are talking about themselves, so not to take it personally!

I have also had lots of experience hearing different stories, and how people have got to the places they have, I have never been a judgemental person, but it is valuable to always provide people with time, and listen, this can mean so much for someone in that moment, especially if they are having a bad day.

I apply this now in my job as a lecturer with students, I use all my people skills now and I am glad I have had such broad experience.