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Everyday Heros - Brad Vella - 20.10.18

Q: HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE INDUSTRY FOR?
A: 12 years

Q: WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB IN THE AQUATICS AND LEISURE INDUSTRY?
A: Assistant Swim Instructor at Gawler Swimming Pool (SA)

Q:WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?
A: No two days are ever the same. There is always something new and challenging happening.

Q: TELL ME ABOUT YOUR MOST CHALLENGING DAY?
A: When more than 1 staff member call in sick at the eleventh hour!

Q: WHAT CAN YOU NOT LIVE WITHOUT IN YOUR JOB / WHAT IS IT THAT YOU VALUE IN YOUR JOB THE MOST?
A: My TEAM

Q: WHAT SKILL WOULD YOU LIKE TO MASTER? (PERSONALLY OR PROFESSIONALLY)
A: Time Management

Q: WHAT WOULD BE YOUR ADVISE FOR SOMEONE STARTING IN THE INDUSTRY?
A: If you want support show support – Show support and patience and you will go a long way

Q: WHAT COULD YOU GIVE A 40-MINUTE PRESENTATION ON WITH ABSOLUTELY NO PREPARATION?
A: Programme Development and Sustainability

Q: WHAT WOULD MAKE YOUR JOB EASIER?
A: More Pool Space!

Q: WHO HAS BEEN AN INDUSTRY / AQUATICS INSPIRATION TO YOU?
A: Bryce Norton and Simone Egan

Q: IF YOU COULD TRAVEL WHERE WOULD YOU GO?
A: Egypt and Malta