Classical and Archaeological Studies alumnus, Michael Ivory, tells us what he has been doing since graduating from Kent in 2016.<\/p>\n
What are you doing now?<\/strong><\/p>\n I\u2019m a Manager for Phoenix Search, an Irish and UK financial recruitment business.<\/p>\n What attracted you to your course, and to Kent?<\/strong><\/p>\n My course was always my passion at college, I loved archaeology and the idea of studying ancient civilization and mythology at a high level excited me greatly. My main reasons for Kent were twofold: firstly the amazing all-in-one campus on the hill, and secondly, because Caesar founded Canterbury!<\/p>\n Which aspects of your degree did you enjoy the most, and why?<\/strong><\/p>\n The lack of exams was a huge plus for me, I enjoyed learning through my essay research and seminar discussions much more than the few exams I had to revise for.<\/p>\n What impressed you most about our academic staff?<\/strong><\/p>\n They had actually worked on international high-profile archaeological projects, some had first-hand post-doctoral experience from working in Egypt, Greece and Italy which gave them more credibility as professionals and experts in their fields.<\/p>\n Which skills\/knowledge did you learn on your course that you use most now in your career?<\/strong><\/p>\n I can honestly say that debating my point of view on a subject is probably the most valuable lesson I learned at university and from my course. Making sure I can back up an argument with solid evidence.<\/p>\n Are you still in touch with any of your fellow students?<\/strong><\/p>\n I am indeed, although I am the only one I know of who pursued a career in finance.<\/p>\n Could you describe a typical day in your current role?<\/strong><\/p>\n 8.30: look at my to-do list and get ready for my morning videocall meeting.<\/p>\n 9.00: catch up to speak about outstanding work and my plan for the day<\/p>\n 9.00-13.00: various projects from sourcing candidates for clients to developing new business across the UK, Asia and Europe.<\/p>\n 14.00-17.00: meetings with candidates and clients, while preparing presentations for pitches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 18.00: write my to-do list for the next day and log off for dinner and a workout.<\/p>\n What are your future plans\/aspirations?<\/strong><\/p>\n Progress with my firm further and eventually become financially independent through investments and passive income.<\/p>\n What is your favourite memory of Kent?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The friendships that I made and will cherish forever, and the freedom I felt on campus to study in the way which suited me best.<\/p>\n What advice would you give to somebody thinking of coming to Kent?<\/strong><\/p>\n Join a club or sport that matters to you, no matter what course you do or how unfit you might be, playing a sport at Kent allows you to build such an amazing network and friendship group, you\u2019ll never regret it.<\/p>\n How would you describe your time at Kent in three words?<\/strong><\/p>\n An amazing experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"