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EP123_From HR to Sales: Inside the Life of a Sales Consultancy Specialist

Life as a Sales Consultancy Specialist
Get a peek inside at what it's like to run a sales based consultancy business. Guest Leighann Lovely, Founder of Love Your Sales, breaks it all down for us in this episode.
Drawing from her rich background in Human Resources and over a decade in sales, Leighann provides invaluable insights and strategies for businesses to achieve sales excellence.
Beyond that, through her podcast and business, she champions mental health advocacy in the workplace while empowering professionals to embrace their whole selves in order to fully reach their personal and professional potential.
Recognized for her industry expertise, Leighann's journey exemplifies resilience and innovation.
Tune in to discover the dynamic world of sales consulting, gain actionable sales tips, and find out whether the world of sales could be for you!
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EP122_A Career in Industrial Hygiene: What it is and why it could be for you!

Life as an Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Robyn Harn, is an Industrial Hygiene Specialist for California Operations at Rio Tinto. In this career interview she shares her journey into this fascinating line of work.
Originally from Australia and now based at the Boron Mine in California, one of the world's largest borax mines, Robyn oversees health and safety services for workers there.
With an initial background in environmental science and environmental rehabilitation, Robyn's pivot to industrial hygiene (aka occupational hygiene) involved a recognition of being able to tick off a few important boxes as per purpose and meaning within her professional work.
In combining her passion for ensuring environmental issues are always considered, coupled with her desire to serve, interact and help others, Robyn has truly found this career option to be the one for her.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into this high demand profession that admittedly is often mischaracterized and poorly understood.
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EP121_Seeing the Future: Career Insights from an Emerging Tech Expert

Life as a Strategy and Emerging Tech Advisor
Delve into the dynamic world of strategy and emerging tech advising with Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos, a globally recognized expert at the forefront of innovation.
From advising multinational corporations to collaborating with academia and foreign governments, Dr. Kostopoulos brings unparalleled insight into navigating the fourth industrial revolution.
Through her consulting firm, Abundance Studio, she guides clients in shaping their future amidst rapid technological change.
Join us to uncover what such a career truly entails, gain strategic foresight, and explore the intersection of technology, society, and innovation.
Don't miss this opportunity to glean career wisdom from a true visionary within the field of emerging tech consultancy.
To learn more about Dr. Kostopoulos and her work, be sure to check out the following links:
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EP120_From Blueprint to Reality: An Inside Look at the World of Urban Planning

Life as an Urban Planner
Explore the dynamic world of urban planning with Danny Brown, a registered professional planner at the City of Toronto's Parks, Forestry, and Recreation Division.
With vast experience spanning international consultancy and urbanist activism, Danny brings a unique blend of expertise to the table.
Join us for valuable insights into urban planning careers, the realities of the work, a unique look at a day in the life of an urban planner, challenges of the work, and the evolving role of planners in shaping sustainable and inclusive cities.
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EP119_Maximizing Potential: Insights from a World-Class Athlete and Coach

Life as a World Class Athlete and Coach
Delve into the dynamic world of peak performance with Simon Cochrane, a world-class athlete and founder of Athletic Peak.
Simon's extraordinary career spans over 37 Ironman events, ultramarathons, and record-breaking Ultraman Triathlons.
As the current world champion and record holder for the Ultraman triathlon competition, Simon shares insights into pushing personal limits and coaching others to greatness.
Discover the secrets behind athletic coaching success, the intersection of sport science and human performance, and how Simon balances extreme training with family life.
Join us to uncover the strategies for achieving career success in athletic coaching and peak performance.
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EP118_Behind the Scenes: The Journey of a Biotech Industry Leader

Life as a Biotech Industry Leader and CEO
Join Christopher Schoenwald in this conversation with Alex Martinez, CEO and Co-founder of Intrinsic Medicine.
Discover how Alex and his team at Intrinsic Medicine are pioneering the study of Gut-Brain-Immune Axis (GIBA) disorders in order to treat conditions and disease like Parkinson’s, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).
Hear about how and why transitioned his career from law into pharmaceuticals to then co-founding his own biotech and health sciences enterprise.
Gain exclusive insights into the challenges and triumphs of leading a such an organization, navigating entrepreneurial highs and lows, and driving innovation in therapeutics and biotechnology.
Tune in for career inspiration and in-depth industry perspectives from a true healthcare trailblazer.
To learn more about Alex and his work, be sure to check out the following links:
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EP117_Educational Impact: Life as a Global Content Lead at UNICEF

Life as a Global Content Lead at UNICEF
Delve into the dynamic world of education with Dawn Lee DiPeri, a seasoned Education Specialist and Global Content Lead at UNICEF.
With a wealth of experience spanning education, design, and entrepreneurship, Dawn leads initiatives to create and adapt educational materials for children worldwide.
From her role at UNICEF to co-owning a design firm, Dawn's journey offers invaluable insights into the intersection of education and creativity.
Join us to explore the impact of digital learning, career pathways in education, and the rewards of mission-driven work.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain inspiration and stellar career insights from a true professional within the world of education and content creation. 
To learn more about Dawn and her work, be sure to check out the following links:
UNICEF - Digital Learning Passport
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*Special note: the comments and opinions contained within the episode with Dawn are that of her own and not official stances from UNICEF.
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EP116_Navigating Career Success through Personal Branding Mastery

Life as a Personal Branding Expert
Dive into the realm of personal branding with Aliza Licht, an acclaimed marketer, bestselling author, and podcasting expert.
Aliza is regularly featured in the media as an on-air talent and a subject matter expert. Her appearances include Good Morning America, The Today Show, E!, Bloomberg, Cheddar, Good Day New York, and more. She has also contributed to articles in the Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, Time, Fast Company, Forbes, and countless other media outlets.
As the founder of Leave Your Mark, Aliza utilizes over 25 years of industry experience to guide businesses and individuals in crafting compelling brand strategies.
Explore Aliza's journey from pioneering the iconic DKNY PR GIRL persona to becoming a sought-after mentor and author.
Uncover invaluable insights into personal branding essentials, career advancement tactics, and the power of storytelling in shaping professional narratives.
Join us to hear actionable advice that'll help you elevate your brand presence in today's competitive landscape.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear from one of the very best when it comes to the topic of personal branding.
To learn more about Aliza and her work, be sure to check out the following links:
Her latest book: On Brand
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EP115_Podcasting Pathways: The Career of a Children's Media Writer and Producer

Life as a Children's Media Writer and Podcast Producer
Delve into the world of children's media writing and podcast producing with Chad Chenail, a versatile writer and podcast producer.
As co-founder of the acclaimed podcast "Girl Tales" Chad's work has garnered much recognition and respect. He has been a Webby honoree multiple times and was part of a team which recently captured an award for best children's podcast episode.
Not only that, he has had broad collaborative experiences at Spotify, Wondery and several other podcasting centric companies.
As such, Chad holds a wealth of knowledge and experience related to the world of podcasting.
If you have any interest in a career within podcasting, join us as we delve into this world. You'll gain valuable professional insights and perspectives on what it truly takes to thrive within this space!
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EP114_Riding the Green Wave: Life as an Advocate for Ocean Plastic Solutions

-Life as an an Ocean Plastics Recycling Champion-
Dive into the world of ocean plastics recycling with Tom Jackson, founder of Honest Ocean.
Discover how his passion for sustainability led to the creation of a company dedicated to supplying brands and manufacturers with recycled plastic while empowering local communities in Indonesia.
Get ready to:
*Learn about the challenges and triumphs of operating a sustainability-focused startup in a foreign market.
*Explore the innovative closed-loop supply chain model designed to tackle the ocean plastics waste problem.
*Gain insights into the day-to-day life of a startup founder and the impact of his work on both the environment and society.
*Capture entrepreneurial advice and insight as it pertains to running an eco-minded company
*Listen in to discover all of this, plus much more! 
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