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Join atWork Australia Brand Ambassador and Paralympian, Shaun Pianta, as he speaks with a range of guests with lived experience, as well as industry experts who can provide insight into services available to those who require additional support. These candid conversations will highlight a range of different life stories, experiences and how despite it all, work truly is for everyone.
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"If I can do it, Anyone can" | atWork Australia Client Raymond - Ep 018
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Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Todays guest is atWork Australia client, Raymond, is a proud Indigenous man who is very passionate about his work in the Aged Care industry. Raymond has worked a variety of jobs through out his life, but his true passion lies with supporting others. In 2021 he was diagnosed with …
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"We Believe Everyone Should be Seen" | Stacey from Compass Group - Ep 019
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun sits down with Stacey from Compass Group, who are one of Australia's largest food and support service companies. From this discussion it was clear that both atWork Australia and Compass Group have a shared goal - to support people from all backgrounds into meaningful and…
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"I Just Needed to Make Consistent Changes" | atWork Australia Client Shane - Ep 017
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Welcome back to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Today's guest, Shane, has made remarkable changes in his life. After experiencing some challenging times throughout his life, as a coping strategy Shane resorted to substance abuse, only making his situation worse. As Shane's life spiraled out of control, he wound up in pris…
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"We are all Human, we are not Perfect" | Rozy D - Ep 016
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Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, Shaun speaks with one of atWork Australia's incredible Job Coaches, Rozy. Throughout the episode you can hear the passion, and genuine excitement that Rozy has for her job. She loves being able to support others to find employment they love. Her dedication to her…
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"It was war, so we left" | atWork Australia Client Bassam - Ep 015
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Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta. In this episode we are joined with atWork Australia client, Bassam. Throughout the episode, he shares his life journey, shedding light into what it is like to be a part of the Iraqi military and fleeing his home country in search of a safer life. Bassam and his family were living …
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"It is Very Easy to Help Others, but not Yourself" | Vanessa L - Ep 014
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Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta. I think we should give this episodes guest, Vanessa, a massive round of applause for her courage and vulnerability. She openly speaks about her trauma, in the hope it can help others to navigate the journey through their own challenges. Vanessa had traumatic past which led her lif…
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"He has Been Kicking Goals Ever Since" | atWork Australia Client Nick - Ep 013
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Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. This week we are joined with atWork Australia and NDIS client, Nick and his Dad, Peter. Our very first father and son duo! After reflecting on the episode, the standout message for me is the power of tailored support and a strong support system. The combination of the both leads …
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"I feel like I belong" | atWork Australia Client Scott - Ep 012
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Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Well, what can we say about our next guest, Scott? The first thing that comes to mind is, the world would be a much better place if everyone was as kind, caring and shared his genuine passion for helping others as much as he does. His genuine love for life, and his job really shi…
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Celebrating NAIDOC Week | Cale M - Ep 011
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Welcome to a special edition of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. This special episode reflects on NAIDOC week as we celebrate and recognise the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme chosen by the National NAIDOC Committee, is Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud. Our guest…
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Special Episode – Meet Your Host | Shaun P - Ep 010
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Welcome to the 10th edition of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta! In this special edition episode, by popular demand, you will be getting to know me, and my story! To assist in facilitating this episode, I am joined by my colleagues - Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane, who will be asking all the questions that we have received through our Q&A bo…
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"Diversity in Hiring Should go Beyond the Conventional" | Jessica from TSA Group - Ep 009
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun speaks with Jessica about the wonderful relationship between TSA Group and atWork Australia. At the time of recording this episode TSA Group has employed 71 atWork Australia clients. Shaun and Jessica discuss the benefits of hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce, the …
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"That was my Wakeup call" | atWork Australia Client Dimitros - Ep 008
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In today's episode, host Shaun speaks with one of atWork Australia's clients, Dimitrios, who does not know where he would be if it was not for his Job Coach, Rozy. She changed his life. While reflecting on his life journey, Dimitrios took us back to the point where his life began spiraling out of c…
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"That was the Start of 36 Years of Addiction for Me" | atWork Australia Client Desi - Ep 007
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In today's episode, host Shaun, had the pleasure of speaking with atWork Australia client, Desi. She shares insight into her life, one of drug addiction and dependence and how getting the right support at the right time truly is life changing. Desi speaks on not only her darkest days, the moments s…
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"You Don’t Realise how Strong You are Until You Have to be"| atWork Australia Client Naomi - Ep 006
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Today's guest, Naomi is an absolute warrior. The journey she has been on, the challenges she has faced and overcome is remarkable. My first thought when chatting with Naomi was...Does she have more hours in her day? In this episode we chat with Naomi, a previous atWork Australia client. Naomi is a …
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"The Right fit for the Right Job" | Trevor P - Ep 005
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Here at atWork Australia, we believe that with the right support, everyone is capable of employment. Work is for everyone. In this episode we chat with Trevor, one of atWork Australia's In-Work Support Coaches. Trevor takes us through his career journey and how he supports our clients to thrive in …
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"Neuro-diversity is About People not Things" | Orion Kelly - Ep 004
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode we get to meet Orion Kelly. Orion is an Author, Advocate, Actor, Youtuber, Podcaster and Keynote Speaker. Throughout the episode, he talks about how we all can create a neuro-inclusive workplace that supports people who are neuro-divergent to thrive. Orion also speaks on his own exp…
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"Give Them a go" | atWork Australia Client Peter - Ep 003
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Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Wow, what a story. After 30 plus years in the workforce, no one would of blamed atWork Australia client, Peter, for wanting to put his feet up and cruise into retirement. However, that's not the case. At 62 years old, Peter was recovering from serious health concerns. Despite his health barriers, P…
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“Getting People to Where They Want to be is What it is all About” | Kaylee R – Ep 002
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Welcome to the second episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode we get to meet atWork Australia's General Manager for Disability Employment Services, Kaylee. She shares some inspiring stories of how employment has changed people’s lives and touches on the importance of a diverse workforce. Kaylee speaks about her own career…
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"People on the Spectrum Just Learn Things Differently" | Michael Theo - Ep 001
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Welcome to the very first episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta - we are so glad you are here! The podcast is hosted by atWork Australia Brand Ambassador and Paralympian, Shaun Pianta. This podcast aims to share the incredible stories of atWork Australia clients, as they show courage and determination to overcome their barriers to find …
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