Prepping for the Real World

🟣 A self-development guidebook about bravely taking the lead role in designing your extraordinary world.  A powerful tool for young readers who are enduring periods of self-doubt, stagnation or rejection.

Author of Prepping for the Real World : Student and Graduate Success Secrets 

Young, Brilliant & Ready Ltd

Director and Founder

Royal Holloway, University of London

Senior Visiting Lecturer

TED Conferences

🟣 You Have Everything It Takes To Be Your Best | Cel Amade | TEDxSIMSREE (August 2021)

🟣 How To Deal With Rejection And Get What You Want | Cel Amade | TEDxSurreyUniversity (May 2022)

TEDx Speaker

University of Warwick

Warwick Enterprise

TSAKA Limited

Fairplay Consulting

Management Consultant

41% of graduates don’t feel confident entering the workplace, speaking to seniors and are anxious around their ability to achieve their aspirations. I am passionate about changing this because I believe everyone should feel confident, inspired, and empowered to innovate and reach their full potential.

In the past 24 months, I’ve delivered keynotes and presentations in 7 countries. I’ve also published a best-selling book, rocked the TEDx stage (twice!) and grown my YouTube channel to over 14,000 subscribers. All of which I use to empower young people with the personal development tools they need to step into the world of work or business with confidence.
 
As a result of working with me students, graduates & young professionals:
✅ Feel more driven to take proactive steps towards their academic, career & business goals
✅ Have improved self-esteem to show up authentically & feel less isolated
✅ Develop more self-awareness to disempower limiting beliefs and doubts
✅ Create wellbeing habits for personal fulfilment and happiness
✅ Overcome their public speaking fears and use their voice to communicate with impact
✅ Feel more confident in their ability to create their future, regardless of their background, race and gender

I provide Confidence, Mindset & DEI :
🟣 Keynote Presentations
🟣 Group Workshops
🟣 Group Trainings

What My Clients Say:
🗣“The students visibly blossomed in Cel’s presence as she gently yet firmly encouraged them to ‘recognise their inner champions’ and offered them practical advice on ‘realising their potential and manifesting their goals”
 
🗣“Cel delivered the workshops with excellence. She also gave us what we didn’t even know we needed – a safe space to have uplifting and courageous conversations on diversity, equity and inclusion”
 
Bespoke packages are available on request, so please do send me a connection request and a DM.

And in case you’re curious, when I’m not empowering our future leaders, I can be found in the gym or walking in the park to compensate for my love of peri-peri chicken, and I’m often travelling or volunteering as the youngest Advisory Board member of the School of Business and Management at Royal Holloway University.
 
If you're not ready to work with me yet, don't worry! You can grab some of my tips & free resources:
🔗Free stuff: https://celamade.com/designing-your-own-world-guide/

And remember, if you ever wonder, am I welcome here? The answer is YES🙂

Cel Amade

Where are YOU reeeally from?

I speak my mother language like a foreigner. 

📚 I started learning Portuguese in 7th grade and rarely use it in professional contexts these days.

So when I visit my birth city (Maputo), I sound foreign.
My Portuguese accent is very, very far from perfect.

And when I'm in England, I don't sound local either.

💪🏾 What might sound like a disadvantage OR feel like not fitting in for some, is actually my unfair advantage.

🗣️ My foreign accent is a great conversation starter. 
People remember the 1 who sounded a little different...

🌍 Today is International Mother Language Day 

For anyone who grew up between languages, cultures, and places... There's no such thing as a perfect accent. 

Being able to communicate & connect is enough 🫶🏾

What's your mother language?


#InternationalMotherLanguageDay #Multilingual #Career #Communication

Cel Ileva

Speaker | Author | Interactive Workshop Facilitator | University Board Advisor | celamade.com

Have you ever found a job ad & felt like something was just a little…off?

In this video, I'll be sharing 5 things that a job advert might be hiding from you (and how to spot them).

According to a 2024 Robert Half Survey, 43% of managers feel pressure to hire quickly.

And that pressure can lead to “creative” job advertising.

📌 If you spot any of these 5 red flags make sure you:

1️⃣ Seek clarification in a non-confrontational manner. 

2️⃣ Frame your question as a request for more info. 

What other red flags would you add to this list?


#JobSearch #CareerStarters #LinkedInNewsUK #JobSearch #Hiring

I didn’t study tech. I studied people in crisis.

And it taught me 1 skill I’d tell any grad to master for long-term career success: adaptability.

Not go with the flow adaptability.

I mean the ability to read context and adjust how you respond, without losing your judgment.

🔎 Social work trained me to adapt by:
- Asking and assessing before reacting
- Reading the person in their environment
- Meeting people where they are (not where I am)

👣 Adaptability helped me:
- Communicate across cultures & generations
- Lead people with different working styles
- And navigate unwritten workplace rules

Nobody knows what jobs will look like in 10 years.
And the AI tools used today may be outdated in a year. 

So, don't stress about mastering one specific tool. 

📌 Stay relevant long-term by building adaptability:
- Experiment more (before it's required)
- Practice being a learner (on purpose)
- Read the room (before trying to prove a point)

If you had to pick one human skill for career starters in today’s workforce, what would it be, and why?


#EarlyCareers #SkillsOnTheRise #LinkedInNewsUK #FutureOfWork

Dick Dastardly had the fastest car.
Yet he never won a single race.

He was too busy setting traps for everyone else.

When I started writing my book in 2021, I shared early drafts with people who discouraged me from writing.

I believed in my work. So I asked published authors in my accountability group for help instead.

They read my drafts, gave me feedback & launch tips.
They weren't threatened by my progress. 
They were too busy running their own race.

→ In less than a year, I too became a published author.

If you're a career starter, you'll meet people who spend more energy watching your lane than running in theirs.

That's their race to lose.
Yours is to keep moving 🏎️

Have you ever worked with a Dick Dastardly? 


#EarlyCareers #CareerAdvice #FutureOfWork

School taught me 1 of my most valuable career lessons.

Back in primary school, I broke the school record for my age group and qualified for the inter school competition in 1999.

That year taught me 1 career lesson that equipped my younger self to navigate 150 job rejections & secure my 1st full-time job without an interview.

To this day, I still hold tightly to that lesson 🫶🏾

Knowing what you know now, what career lesson would you share with your 21-year old self?


#CareerAdvice #CareerStarter #LinkedInNewsUK #Mindset

Academy of Contemporary Music

• Lead Mentor for currant and prospective students helping navigate their way through higher education into the music industry.
• Spearheaded culture-centric events, including writing camps, studio tours, and masterclasses, demonstrating proficiency in project management, event production, and talent management.
• Negotiated and brokered a groundbreaking deal between the Academy of Contemporary Music and the University of Trinidad and Tobago for the establishment of their first Music Business degree. Experience in dealing with international entities and contract negotiation.
• Organised and facilitated the drafting of NDA's and MOU's between the institutions, ensuring the clarity and success of the strategic partnership.
• An integral part of the marketing team, actively strategising and implementing innovative events and ideas around live events to engage and foster collaboration amongst students, demonstrating strong people management skills and teamwork.

Mentoring Lead

• Mentoring for currant and prospective students on a  professional, academic and pastoral level.
• Organised live panel talks at Metropolis Studios with industry guests, fostering relationships, and facilitating insightful discussions on industry trends.
• Conducted outreach events, including master classes and seminars, showcasing a deep understanding of cultural trends on both a regional and national level.
• Mentoring students, providing guidance and support in navigating the music industry, aligning with the job description's emphasis on talent management and relationships with artists.
• Maintained an exceptional track record in event production, specialising in live music, experiential, and culture-related events, showcasing a strategic approach to align events with the institution's objectives.
• Demonstrated a fervent passion for music, live events, marketing, and media, leveraging a creative mindset to drive student acquisition initiatives.
• Proven ability to put new ideas into practice, assess results, and adapt as necessary to achieve desired goals.

Student Mentor

• Developed and implemented the first Rap and MC degree; a groundbreaking initiative that expanded academic offerings and attracted a diverse range of students, contributing significantly to the cultural vibrancy of the institution.
• Leveraged extensive industry connections and relationships to enrich the student experience, actively involved in different culture scenes and environments, ensuring the institution's programs and events resonate with diverse audiences and align with industry trends.
• Organised content for other tutors, ensuring preparedness for lessons and seminars, showcasing strong organisational skills.

Lecturer

Smash Productions

Music production, audio engineering, 2D & 3D art, motion graphics, animation

Music Producer, Audio Engineer & Lead Creative

Apple

• Championed a customer-centric approach, specialising in music-related products, aligning with the emphasis on music and art.
• Developed and executed engaging workshops and training sessions, embodying a "learning by doing" philosophy to empower customers with practical knowledge in music technology.
• Applied a strategic teaching methodology to enhance customers' understanding and utilisation of Apple's music-related technologies.
• Provided personalised and expert guidance on software and hardware troubleshooting, ensuring seamless user experiences within the realm of music technology.
• Collaborated with diverse customers, tailoring solutions to their specific needs, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Consistently exceeded customer expectations, contributing to the overall success of the Apple brand and promoting a culture of innovation and creativity.

Creative

Specialist

Precision Productions

• Part of a dynamic environment assisting in songwriting sessions, production, recording including being a mix and mastering engineer.
• Trusted in the position to autonomously lead and manage production sessions.
• Collaborated with a diverse array of musicians, both regionally and nationally,
including industry luminaries such as Machel Montano, Bunji Garlin, Kerwin Du
Bois, Destra, Busy Signal, and Konshens.
• Managed and contributed to a multitude of projects for renowned artists, fostering
a significant impact on the vibrant music scene in the Caribbean.

Music Producer, Assistant Engineer

A visionary music producer, audio engineer and mentor with a rich heritage rooted in Trinidadian music and culture. With over 12 years of experience in the music and creative industries, Ashwin has established himself as a dynamic force, blending innovative production techniques with a deep appreciation for cultural diversity.

Having immersed himself in the vibrant Caribbean music scene, Ashwin worked alongside acclaimed producers, songwriters, and artists. His expertise extends to both the creative and technical aspects of music production, including songwriting, recording/engineering, and mixing. His collaborations have spanned genres, bringing Caribbean rhythms into mainstream music and showcasing his versatility as a producer.

In addition to his music career, Ashwin is a skilled digital artist, frequently commissioned for cutting-edge artwork and branding designs for global clients. His ability to merge artistic vision with strategic thinking has solidified his reputation as a leader in the creative industry.

Ashwin’s focus remains on production, engineering, and mentoring, with a commitment to empowering others and pushing creative boundaries in the ever-evolving music landscape.

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