Edition Name: Masterminds of Success: Top 5 Leaders to Follow for Success in 2026
In today’s fast-changing professional world, success is no longer defined only by titles—it is shaped by resilience, adaptability, and the ability to guide others toward meaningful growth. In this special edition, CEO Scoop Magazine proudly features Evan Clarke, a dedicated Job Coach and the driving force behind ACDCForYou, as one of the leaders to follow for success in 2026.
With a strong foundation in administration, bookkeeping, and community-focused service, Evan represents a new generation of purpose-driven professionals—those who combine technical skill with genuine human support. From working with organizations such as Uniting Church and Springdale Neighbourhood Centre to volunteering as a tour guide at Queenscliff Maritime Museum and the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse, Evan’s journey reflects commitment, versatility, and an unwavering work ethic.
Currently an online IT student at Bendigo TAFE, Evan brings a modern edge to career coaching, supported by hands-on expertise in tools like XERO, MYOB, CDS, and Microsoft Office. His professional path—shaped by constant change, real-world challenges, and community service—has strengthened his time management, attention to detail, resilience, and problem-solving abilities.
Through ACDCForYou, Evan champions the belief that career coaching is not just about finding a job—it is about unlocking potential, building confidence, navigating transitions, and turning uncertainty into opportunity. His work helps individuals gain clarity, overcome stagnation, develop critical skills, and pursue long-term career satisfaction with direction and purpose.
As a friendly, outcome-oriented professional, Evan Clarke is redefining what it means to lead in today’s world: empowering others to grow, adapt, and succeed—one career breakthrough at a time.
Evan Clarke: From Hard Labour to a Future of Purpose and Digital Justice
Evan Clarke’s journey is one shaped by resilience, humility, and an unwavering desire to keep moving forward. Not long after finishing Year 12, his working life began in one of the toughest ways possible—eight gruelling weeks of labour on cherry farms. It was an early experience that taught him discipline, endurance, and what it means to work through discomfort while building character from the ground up.
Today, Evan is continuing to evolve with purpose. As an Information Technology student, he is not only committed to growing through his work with ACDCForYou, but also to supporting others along the way. “I envision myself still working here,” he shares, “but showing newcomers the ropes more.” His long-term ambition reaches even further—he hopes to become an ethical hacker, using his skills to help victims of cybercrime find justice and protection in an increasingly digital world.
Inspiration for Evan comes from faith and perseverance. He points to Jesus Christ as his greatest source of inspiration—not only for the miracles and achievements, but for the ability to endure constant challenges with strength and conviction. That perspective continues to shape how Evan approaches both life and leadership.
While his organisation is still new and recognitions are yet to unfold, Evan brings strong personal credentials to his path, including a Bachelor of International Studies and a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping. His background reflects both academic achievement and practical capability.
Like many professionals, Evan’s career has not been without obstacles. He recalls being hired briefly in 2020, only to be unexpectedly let go two months later. What followed was a period of difficult work in vineyards and hydroponics—washing dishes, planting lettuce, doing whatever was necessary to keep going. Those experiences, though challenging, strengthened his resilience and reaffirmed his determination to build a future defined not by setbacks, but by purpose.
Evan Clarke’s story is still unfolding—but it is already clear that his journey is driven by grit, growth, and a deep commitment to helping others succeed.
Ending Note
Evan Clarke’s story is a powerful reminder that leadership is not always born in boardrooms—it is often shaped in the hardest seasons of life, through persistence, humility, and the courage to keep going. From gruelling early work experiences to his present path in Information Technology and career mentoring, Evan represents a new kind of success: one built on resilience, purpose, and service.
Through his continued work with ACDCForYou, Evan is not only growing professionally, but also stepping into a role where he can guide others, support newcomers, and create meaningful impact. With ambitions to become an ethical hacker and help victims of cybercrime find justice, his vision reflects both compassion and forward-thinking leadership.
CEO Scoop Magazine is proud to highlight Evan Clarke as a rising leader to follow—someone whose journey proves that setbacks can become strength, and that with faith, determination, and a clear sense of purpose, the future holds extraordinary potential.
