Transferable Skills
Speaking with guests who have completely pivoted their careers while leveraging their past education, skills, and professional experience into a new and seemingly unrelated field. This is the show that will inspire you with how others have braved big and unconventional career changes, applying their transferable skills.
Episodes
Jen Martensen shares her journey from a college newspaper music critic to becoming a Fractional Chief Operating Officer. Discover the behind-the-scenes world of music production, the evolution of the indie music scene, and the transferable skills that led Jen to work with top artists and manage successful projects in the digital marketing and operations world. Learn about project management, the intersection of creativity and busin...
David Strulowitz shares his perspectives on emotions as a breadcrumb trail to understanding our inner selves. By recognizing and analyzing our feelings, we can gain valuable insights for both personal growth and business innovation. Join us as we discuss how self-awareness can enhance our decision-making and the potential pitfalls of judgment in our interactions.
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- David Strulowitz: https://www.linkedin.com/...
Aaron Brooks shares his experiences and insights through his transition from financial consulting at Anderson Consulting (now Accenture) to business development at Baker Tilly. He emphasizes the importance of building genuine relationships, creating trust, and the value of human flourishing at work. Aaron also discusses the role of introverts and ambiverts in leadership, the challenge of fostering engagement in the workplace, and h...
Matthias Mahr, a former commercial director turned published business author, shares insights from his book, 'How to Be Moderately Successful,' and discusses his journey from strategy consulting to commercial roles at eBay and Train Line, before transitioning to authorship. He highlights the importance of understanding one's motivations, managing expectations, and the value of storytelling.
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- Matthias Mahr: ht...
Matthew Stern talks about his journey from digital marketing to becoming a telehealth startup entrepreneur, sharing insights on handling business challenges, celebrating milestones, and the importance of mental health. He also delves into his personal experiences with overcoming difficulties, including being homeless at 17, and how these experiences have shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. We talk about the significance of human con...
Michael Bresler’s remarkable career transition from the hospitality industry to the realm of AI operational excellence is all about leveraging his transferable skills across diverse fields. He shares insightful stories from his early days as a camp counselor and hotel room service to leading innovative AI projects as an independent solutions consultant. Topics include lessons on managing conflicts, understanding intrinsic rewards, ...
Talking with CJ McLaughlin about his inspiring transition from a career in mechanical engineering to becoming a professional NASCAR driver. Our conversation covers everything from the sensory thrills of live NASCAR events to practical insights into higher education and career perseverance. Tune in to hear this fascinating story of passion, persistence, and the pursuit of dreams.
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- CJ Mclaughlin: https://www.li...
From Sales to Biohacking, Carmichael Caldwell III talks about leveraging skillset, his minimalist nomadic lifestyle, and his dedication to running and fitness. We also explore how mindset and data-driven approaches to life and health can lead to continuous improvement and success.
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- Carmichael Caldwell III: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmichael-caldwell/
- Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of ...
Eli Lebowicz describes his skills journey from a stadium concession vendor to a standup comedian. His insights into the world of comedy include how his background and skills prepared him for a career in humor, the nuances of different comedic styles, the challenges of performing for varied audiences, and the importance of finding your unique voice. Additionally, Eli opens up about his personal journey, the risks he took, and the un...
Dani Robison takes us on her fascinating journey from being a cruise ship musician to becoming a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. She shares valuable insights about the importance of financial literacy, self-confidence, and the power of intention and networking. Dani emphasizes the significance of using skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact and discusses the perks and challenges of being an introvert in the bu...
Haley Kwait Zollo shares her journey from transaction services at KPMG into the startup world with Trunk Club and Mac & Mia, and eventually into venture capital. Haley shares how her early technical training laid the groundwork for roles that required intuition, leadership, and adaptability. Key skills include, the importance of following one's passion, and how her varied experiences contribute to a comprehensive perspectiv...
Tiffany Pearson-Kilgore and Ashley Rutland are cousins and co-founders of 'Planned To a T,' a financial education nonprofit. Discover how the duo transitioned from education to founding their organization aimed at teaching financial literacy to underserved communities. They share the skills they've transferred from teaching to running their nonprofit and impactful advice on financial wellness. Learn about their innovati...
Taiwo Oyeniyi shares his journey from aspiring aeronautical engineer to chemical engineering, and eventually transitioning into software engineering. Discover how his background in chemistry and math played a vital role in his successful pivot into tech. Taiwo discusses the challenges, learning curves, and key skills that aided his transition, as well as the importance of open-mindedness and critical thinking in both careers. Learn...
Karen Ozeri shares her compelling journey from national radio ad sales to becoming a successful career coach, navigating career pivots, and finding true fulfillment. Learn about her process of self-discovery, and the important questions she asked herself to take control of her career path.
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- Karen Ozeri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenozeri/
- Ari Stein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aristein/
- Coaching LLC: https:...
Lucy Todd discusses going from being thrust into a startup leadership role shortly after being an intern out of college and then to becoming a career discovery coach. After landing a leadership role at a tech startup Lucy could sense her eventual burnout approaching, which led her to pursue introspective self-discovery. She discusses the process of identifying career dissatisfaction, the challenges of managing layoffs, and how she ...
Tara Fisher shares her remarkable career journey as a birth and postpartum doula into adult education, corporate HR, with a focus on learning and development. The conversation touches on the value of diverse backgrounds in the workplace, the importance of finding meaningful work, and overcoming obstacles like imposter syndrome and financial challenges. Tara also generously shares her personal experience of the impact trauma can hav...
Stephen Kohler, who transitions from a career in product and brand marketing to a successful path in music and executive leadership coaching, shares insights from his book, 'The Leadership Anthem,' which explores how music concepts can enhance leadership skills. Discover how his journey, fueled by a deep-rooted passion for music and a knack for curiosity, led him to start his own leadership development firm, AUDIRA Labs.
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Denise Maple shares her journey, starting from her early interest in business and finance, her 25-year career in banking, and her eventual move into entrepreneurship and spiritual coaching. Learn about the valuable transferable skills she picked up along the way, the challenges and rewards of her diverse career path, and her current endeavors in helping others find balance and fulfillment.
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- Denise Maple: http...
James Hatfield explores his incredible journey from running a house painting business to becoming a pivotal figure in technology and product innovation. James shares insights on the importance of radical candor, data obsession, and the challenges of transitioning skills across starkly different industries.
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- James Hatfield: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-hatfield/
- Branden Sewell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/...
Stephen “Hutch” Hutchinson shares his incredible skills journey from a professional football player in NFL Europe to a leader in IT services and management. Stephen shares insights into the discipline, consistency, and the hunger that propelled him from the sports field to a successful career in information technology. We also discuss cultural and familial influences that shaped his path, and the challenges and rewards of transitio...
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