#89 Thisath Senevirathne "Coming To Your Event... Best Decision of The Year" ~ Volunteering, Networking, and The Power of Decisions That Shape Your Life!
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this energising episode of Better Student Leaders, Josh Farr is joined by Thisath Senevirathne, President of the La Trobe Engineering Society, to explore how small decisions can completely change a student’s trajectory. Arriving in Australia as an international student, Thisath shares how saying yes to volunteering, committing to Toastmasters, and leaning into networking unlocked leadership roles, internships, and national recognition well before graduation.
One turning point says it all: “I actually missed the first event you had in Melbourne. I’ll book the train to Geelong! And that was the best decision I ever made that year.” The conversation is a powerful reminder that momentum is built through action, communication, and backing yourself before you feel ready.
Three reasons to listen
Learn how volunteering and networking compound into real leadership and career outcomesSee why communication skills are often the fastest accelerator for confidence and opportunityHear a real student story that proves your next decision might matter more than your next subject
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In this energising episode of Better Student Leaders, Josh Farr is joined by Thisath Senevirathne, President of the La Trobe Engineering Society, to explore how small decisions can completely change a student’s trajectory. Arriving in Australia as an international student, Thisath shares how saying yes to volunteering, committing to Toastmasters, and leaning into networking unlocked leadership roles, internships, and national recognition well before graduation. One turning point says it all: “I actually missed the first event you had in Melbourne. I’ll book the train to Geelong! And that was the best decision I ever made that year.” The conversation is a powerful reminder that momentum is built through action, communication, and backing yourself before you feel ready. Three reasons to listen Learn how volunteering and networking compound into real leadership and career outcomesSee why communication skills are often the fastest accelerator for confidence and opportunityHear a real student story that proves your next decision might matter more than your next subject