A day in the life of a Business Consultant in Perth

Hi, my name is Rebecca! I was born in France but moved to Spain when I was three years old. After completing my Bachelor's Degree in Spain, I decided to move to Perth to pursue a Master of Project Management at Edith Cowan University (ECU), graduating in 2024. During my final semester, I did an internship at IBM, which led to my current role as a Business Consultant.

Let me take you through a typical day in my work life in Perth.

I always start my day with a nice warm shower as it helps wake me up! I get ready and take the train to work, which is super convenient since I live close to the station. It’s a 30-minute ride into the city, followed by a quick five-minute walk to the office.

At work, my role involves engaging with clients and colleagues to ensure projects stay on track. If there are any delays or issues, I work on identifying the causes and finding solutions.

When lunchtime comes around, I usually eat with my colleagues, which helps me take a mental break. I try to bring food from home most days, but when I eat out, Zambrero is my go-to!

One thing I love about my workplace is the flexibility. If I need to stay until 6 o'clock one day to finish something, I can leave at 4 o'clock the next day without any issues. As long as my work is done, no one questions it, which allows me to maintain a great work-life balance.

After work, I like to wind down by watching Netflix over dinner. Sometimes, I hit the gym or catch up with friends. Since Perth’s beaches were one of the main reasons I chose to study here, I also love watching the sunset—it’s peaceful and helps me clear my mind.

Of course, there have been challenges too. One of the biggest has been imposter syndrome. But I’ve learned that everyone has the same doubts at some point—you just have to trust yourself and enjoy the journey.

One skill I’ve gained while working in Perth is confidence in communicating with people. I used to be very shy, but I realized that if I don’t speak up, nothing will change. Over time, I’ve become more comfortable talking in meetings and even presenting in front of a room full of people.

Living and working in Perth has helped me grow in so many ways, especially by connecting me with amazing people who have supported me along the way.

My advice to recent graduates and international students? Don’t give up! Your hard work will pay off, and trust me—it’s totally worth it.