How can young people prepare for work when technology, qualifications and employers’ expectations keep changing?

Chris Adams speaks with Maria Vitoratos, founder of MV Careers and the MV Careers Virtual Hub, about building a career strategy before education and employment decisions become urgent. Maria draws on her work in education and career development, alongside doctoral research into youth career services and employment.

The conversation examines what parents can do beyond asking children what they want to be, how families can evaluate education by its intended outcomes, and why employers should help develop future talent. Maria also discusses critical thinking, entrepreneurial skills and the importance of human relevance in a workplace shaped by AI.

IN THIS EPISODE

• Career education before school and university deadlines
• Parents’ assumptions and children’s exposure to work
• Choosing universities, vocational routes and further learning
• Critical thinking and the wider value of higher education
• AI, entrepreneurial thinking and human skills
• Mentoring, apprenticeships and access to employers
• Experience requirements for entry-level jobs
• The communities within the MV Careers Virtual Hub

ABOUT MARIA VITORATOS

Maria is the founder of MV Careers and the MV Careers Virtual Hub. Her work connects career education, young people, parents, schools and employers. Her doctoral research focuses on youth career services and youth employment.

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Chris hosts Muhami Matters and is the founder of Muhami and CJA Consulting. He advises professional services organisations, particularly lawyers and law firms, on business development, marketing, positioning and growth.

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