Kate Goodman was a high-achieving student who loved school, thrived in structured environments, and always expected she would go to university - but like many students, she had little idea what career she actually wanted.

In this episode, Kate shares how she navigated that uncertainty, choosing to study psychology, criminology, and art history based on interest rather than a defined career path - and trusting that things would work out.

What followed was a career across New Zealand’s public service, working in roles spanning the Family Court, the Ministry of Justice, the Department of Internal Affairs, Anti-Money Laundering, the Office of the Ombudsman, and the Ministry of Health during COVID-19. Along the way, she built a reputation for adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to quickly learn and operate within complex sy ...