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Marco D.

Operational Excellence Deployment Manager

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I am a strong believer that opportunities are there for people if they have the work ethic and desire to seek them out. Having not gone to university, I chose to get my foot in the door of a company and seek out opportunities for careers once I was there. My advice is to research various roles within a company and find a few that interest you. Reach out to colleagues who do that role and find out what skills and experience are required and put yourself forward for opportunities to stretch yourself. Additionally, look for colleagues who are in senior roles and present themselves in a way that aligns with your values and ask them for advice!

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Operational Excellence Deployment Manager

First Central

Started 04/2022 to Present

Head of Continuous Improvement Projects

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

From 09/2018 to 03/2022

Continuous Improvement Manager

Hastings Direct

From 07/2016 to 08/2018

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What do you like about your job and the company?

Getting to work with colleagues across the organisation, helping them solve problems in their work that will benefit them and the customer. Seeing colleagues have a breakthrough in new thinking from training or working together on a problem is my biggest personal driver of accomplishment.

Greatest achievements

I am most proud of getting to do a job that I am extremely passionate about and really enjoy! As my career has progressed, I have worked with hundreds of people, helping them to develop and acquire new skills to make improvements for customers as well as making their work more enjoyable.

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Oyinda O

Head of Operational Excellence Development

Top Insider Advice

Often people have limitations set by others or sometimes even by themselves that stop them from progressing to that next level both in life and in their career. Self-belief is one of the key stepping stones to building confidence in yourself and your abilities. Imposter syndrome is something most people who enjoy varying levels of success have dealt with at some point or another in their careers. It is important to recognise that this can manifest in many forms, such as doubts about your skill level, not applying for that role even when you meet the requirements or generally not going for the things you want. Once you see that happening, you can start to take the necessary steps to overcome the negative self-talk. Start to engage with people who’ve achieved the type of career success you’re looking for. Surround yourself with positive people who encourage and believe in your success. Apply for that role! You never know what could happen

Jemma R

Talent Manager

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I have rarely asked for or applied for promotions during my career, generally feeling I was happy where I was and not wanting loads more responsibility, especially since I lost my 21-month-old daughter in 2015. I wanted to come to work, enjoy it and then go home without any added pressures (plus I hate being interviewed!) I think I have naturally progressed and become involved in other things, specifically over the past 10 years. I’ve done it by working hard, being loyal and putting effort into everything I do. I’ve been lucky that my managers have always recognised my potential and pushed me to progress myself and my career. It’s definitely helped when working for the same company for a number of years! I could probably have progressed a bit quicker if I had pushed for it, but that’s not me and that’s ok. You don’t have to be pushy to get where you want to be; it might just take a little longer.

Paul F

Director of Data and Analytics

Top Insider Advice

My career experience causes me to provide the following advice, which is relevant for opportunities here at First Central: • Build credibility by doing what you say you will • Team spirit trumps all • Seek to understand and don’t judge a book by its cover • Give people space; micro-management is a killer • Be relentless in seeking to understand yourself • Coaching and mentoring are transformational and are amazing gifts you can give to others • Take risks and be brave • Be human, be vulnerable, show emotion to make yourself accessible

Discussions with Marco D
What is the work-life balance like in your role?
in Career Tips·Thursday, March 23, 2023
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How would you describe this company in 3 words?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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What's the most rewarding project you've worked on?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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How do you manage your workload in your role?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Why did you choose to work in this industry?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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