Peter Wood is the co-founder of The Graduate Guide, a podcast media and events company dedicated to empowering students and early-career individuals in their journey to find fulfilling careers. With an audience reach of over 4 million annually and a LinkedIn following of 17,000, Peter has established a vibrant community that thrives on valuable content, insights from industry leaders, and exclusive job opportunities for young professionals.
A dynamic speaker and the face of The Graduate Guide, Peter has not only built a thriving media brand but also successfully launched multiple sold-out events, including high-impact networking and live podcast experiences. Recently, Peter partnered with Google to create an exclusive event series featuring top founders and executives, providing students and recent graduates with opportunities to connect with industry leaders and explore startup ventures.
Previously, Peter graduated from UCL, worked as Head of Partnerships at Water2 and put on hackathons in the UK and US as the Head of Events for EasyA.
At the age of 23, with a strong background in hosting, marketing, and content strategy, Peter is passionate about helping young people feel heard in their career journeys and helping companies with their employer branding to access top talent.
Peter Wood delves into the transformative journey of taking youthful ambition and turning it into a sustainable, impactful career. Reflecting on their own path from aspiring founder to co-creating The Graduate Guide - a media and events brand reaching millions annually - Peter shares insights into balancing optimism with practicality. Through hard-won lessons from building a business, signing partnerships with companies like Google, and empowering young professionals, Peter explores how embracing and refining early naivety can be a powerful catalyst for authentic, long-lasting success.
In this talk, Peter Wood shares actionable strategies for cultivating a strong and authentic online presence. Drawing from his experience growing The Graduate Guide to a platform that reaches millions annually and building a LinkedIn following of 17,000, Peter offers practical tips on content creation, networking, and personal branding. Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or early-career professional, you’ll learn how to leverage your unique voice, connect with industry leaders, and establish a reputation that sets you apart in today’s digital landscape.
Peter Wood unpacks the transformative impact of networking in building a meaningful career and a thriving business. As the co-founder of The Graduate Guide - a media and events company that has hosted sold-out networking events and partnered with major brands like Google - Peter shares real-world strategies for forming genuine connections, creating opportunities, and expanding your influence. With a focus on how strategic networking can accelerate your goals and open unexpected doors, this talk provides attendees with the tools to build lasting relationships that elevate both personal and professional growth.
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