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Calum  Macdonald

Ex-fisherman Calum nets new career thanks to local advice

After years of catching fish, 64 year old Calum Macdonald is now helping Stornoway locals who’ve caught nasty bugs, thanks to the help he got to change career.

Charly Simpson SSE Renewables

Career advice gave Charly a renewed energy for her future

Teen Charly Simpson thought her future was floundering until help from her school careers adviser led to a dream career in engineering.

Ayrshire College D800 16.9.2024 5405

Support to career change made dream job a reality for Angela

Contacting a careers adviser after moving to a new area was life-changing for Angela Innes and her family.