What if the path you\u2019re meant to take only becomes clear once you stop chasing the \u201cright\u201d one? <\/p>
In this episode of More Than a Score, we sit down with Athan Didaskalou, founder of July, one of Australia\u2019s most recognisable lifestyle brands, to explore how curiosity, courage, and lived experience can matter more than perfect results or linear pathways.<\/p>
Athan shares honestly about his relationship with school, the uncertainty he felt early on, and the moments that helped him realise that success isn\u2019t about following a script…it\u2019s about backing yourself, learning fast, and staying open to opportunity. <\/p>
This conversation is a powerful reminder for parents and young people that: <\/p>
\u2022 There is no single \u201cright\u201d pathway after school <\/p>
\u2022 Confidence often comes after action, not before <\/p>
\u2022 Skills can be built through experience, not just qualifications <\/p>
\u2022 Entrepreneurship and leadership are learned over time <\/p>
\u2022 One result never defines future potential <\/p>
\u2022 How Athan navigated uncertainty after school <\/p>
\u2022 Why curiosity and experimentation matter more than early certainty <\/p>
\u2022 The risks and realities of starting something from scratch <\/p>
\u2022 What parents can do to support exploration without pressure <\/p>
\u2022 Why success looks different at different stages of life <\/p>
Whether you\u2019re a parent supporting a young person through big decisions, a student unsure of what comes next, or someone rethinking their own direction, this episode offers perspective, reassurance, and practical insight. <\/p>
Because school is only one chapter, and success is built over time.<\/p>