Asking Career Questions

In this powerful episode of Asking Career Questions, we speak with Sanah Jivani, Project and Communications Coordinator at the Center for Survivor Agency and Justice and founder of the Love Your Natural Self Foundation. Sanah opens up about her journey from navigating personal challenges—like growing up amid domestic violence and mental health struggles—to becoming a nationally recognized advocate for youth empowerment, career equi...

Feeling stuck in your career? Unsure how to turn your passions into a sustainable living? In this episode of Asking Career Questions, I talk with Beth Raps, founder of RAISING CLARITY, about career clarity, making money doing what you love, and navigating career transitions at any stage of life.

Beth has built a unique career as a translator, editor, book coach, philosopher, and fundraising consultant. She shares insights on:
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How do you build a career that truly works for you? In this episode of Asking Career Questions, I sit down with Jeffrey White, Director of Career and Life Design at Hollins University, to explore how students and professionals can take charge of their career paths with confidence.

We discuss:
🎯 His role at Hollins and how he helps students design fulfilling careers
📄 How to tailor your resume for success
🤝 The best ways ...

 What’s it really like to pursue an MFA in Creative Writing? In this episode of Asking Career Questions, I chat with Gillian, a Creative Writing MFA student, about the ins and outs of her journey.

Gillian opens up about her day-to-day life in the program, what inspired her to pursue this path, and how she navigated the application process—from selecting her writing sample to crafting a compelling statement of purpose. She also shar...

In this inspiring episode, Chlo’e Edwards dives deep into her journey as an advocate for people of color, her transformative life experiences, and the wisdom she’s gained along the way. A passionate activist and mentor, Chlo’e shares how she approaches her multifaceted work as an activist, poet, and mentor with a focus on balance and authenticity.

Chlo’e offers practical advice for activists and poets alike, emphasizing the importa...

Welcome to Episode 4 of Asking Career Questions!

Ever wondered if psychology is the right major for you? Or thought about what it’s like to run your own practice? This episode has the answers you’re looking for!

I’m chatting with Danielle Branche-Brown, a therapeutic coach and founder of the Self Care Academy. Danielle’s career journey is full of twists, lessons, and inspiration. We explore how she transitioned from being a therapi...

Hi everyone! Welcome to the third episode of Asking Career Questions! Have you ever considered majoring in business? Have you ever wondered if you would enjoy running your own company? This episode is for you!

In this episode, I’m interviewing Neal Kursban, CEO of Family & Nursing Care, a private duty home care company serving elderly and disabled people in Maryland, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. We talk about everything f...

Hi everyone! Welcome to the second episode of Asking Career Questions! Have you ever considered majoring in communications? Have you ever wondered if you would enjoy working for a non-profit organization? This episode is for you!

In this episode, I’m interviewing Hollins University alumna Kathryn McDowell, a community outreach director for Preservation Greensboro. We talk about everything from the questions to ask yourself to figure...

Hi everyone! Welcome to the first episode of Asking Career Questions! Have you wondered whether finance is the major for you? Have you considered coaching basketball after graduation but don’t know if it would be the right fit? I gotchu!

In this episode, I’m interviewing James Wang, a senior financial analyst and basketball coach. We talk about everything from a month in the life of a financial analyst to how to get a well-deserved ...