E176: My Whole Story: More Than a Label – From Homelessness to Leadership
The Dignity of Work
In this episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label, host Andy Dwonch, COO of Career Path Services and Co-founder of Dignified Workday, sits down with Bob Sturch to explore a powerful journey of resilience, recovery, and rediscovery. Bob shares how mental health struggles and substance use led to job loss and homelessness—and how a single day of work each week became the turning point that helped him rebuild structure, purpose, and hope. Through the Dignified Workday program, Bob found not just employment, but community, accountability, and a path forward, ultimately stepping into a...
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E175: My Whole Story: More Than a Label — The Person, Not the Category
The Dignity of Work
In this episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label, Daniel and Luis explore what it means to live beyond the categories others assign to us. Reflecting on their immigrant journeys, they examine how labels like “refugee” or “immigrant” may describe a chapter of someone’s life—but never their full capacity, character, or contribution. Luis shares how navigating complex systems, rebuilding community from scratch, and shifting from survival to service shaped his understanding of dignity and resilience, while Daniel reflects on how assumptions—whether subtle or overt—can...
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E174: My Whole Story: More Than a Label — Introduction: Why Stories Matter
The Dignity of Work
This introductory episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label explores why this series is needed right now. Joined by Kelli Eller, Vice President of Human Services, and Andy Dwonch, Chief Operating Officer, the conversation examines how people experiencing homelessness, poverty, immigration challenges, and other life barriers are often reduced to simplistic labels—and what gets lost when we stop listening to the full human story. This episode sets the foundation for a powerful series centered on dignity, empathy, and lived experience, inviting listeners to slow down, challenge assumptions,...
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E173: The Future of Employee Wellness: Ethical AI Meets Evidence-Based Care
The Dignity of Work
In this episode, host Cami Eakins sits down with Dr. Tara Deliberto, clinical psychologist and co-founder of the AI mental health company Yuna.io, to explore how ethical, evidence-based AI can expand access to mental health support in the workplace. Dr. Deliberto shares her journey from academic research and clinical practice into product innovation, explaining how Yuna blends evidence-based practices with strong safety guardrails, HIPAA compliance, and cultural sensitivity to support employees between therapy sessions or as a first step toward care. Together, they discuss secondary trauma...
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E172: Supporting Well-Being and Self-Care
The Dignity of Work
This episode, originally recorded in 2022, features a conversation with Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services, and Darrell "Coach D" Andrews, Founder of Darrell Andrews, LLC, and Associates, as they discuss the importance of wellness, well-being and self-care. Though today's stressors may look different then they did in 2022, the core principles remain the same!
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E171: Cami Eakins Reveals her Guiding Word for 2026
The Dignity of Work
In this episode, Cami returns to her annual tradition of choosing a single word to guide the year ahead—favoring intention over resolution—and reflects on how last year’s word unfolded during a period of sustained ambiguity and high-stakes leadership. She shares candid insights on leading without full information, staying grounded in values, and navigating the mental and emotional load that comes with prolonged uncertainty. As the conversation looks ahead to 2026, Cami introduces a new guiding word that signals a meaningful shift in how she approaches steadiness, decision-making, and...
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E170: Unlocking Hope: A Story of Dignity and Gratitude
The Dignity of Work
Career Path Services' service recipient Natalie Bumgarner joins Cami Eakins to reflect on the moment her life began to shift—when support, encouragement, and a safe community helped her rebuild confidence during one of the hardest seasons of her life. Natalie talks openly about losing her footing, rediscovering her strengths, and the small but powerful ways Career Path Services staff “unlocked” hope when she needed it most. Her story is full of honesty, dignity, and deep gratitude for the people who walked alongside her. If you’re looking for a reminder that change is possible and that...
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E169: The Power of Gratitude: Spotlighting the People and Partners Who Make a Difference
The Dignity of Work
In this episode, Cami Eakins and Lisa Grund explore the power of gratitude—how it shapes leadership, strengthens community, and helps us stay grounded in an abundance mindset even during challenging times. Through the lens of Career Path Services’ 25 Days of Gratitude campaign, they reflect on the partners, staff, and supporters who make hope tangible every day, and why gratitude is far more than a seasonal theme. It’s a year-round practice that keeps us connected to our purpose, open to possibility, and mindful of the people who walk alongside us in this work. Tune in for a conversation...
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E168: Your Path. Your Purpose. Part 7: Featuring Tony Parks
The Dignity of Work
Welcome to the final installment of Your Path. Your Purpose., a special series from The Dignity of Work podcast. In this episode, we hear from Tony Parks, Program Manager at WorkSource Spokane/Career Path Services, whose story of transformation reminds us of the power of saying “why not.” After fifteen years in corporate America, Tony found himself searching for meaning, connection, and a way to give back. Through unexpected turns—volunteering, teaching CPR, and even hosting trivia nights—he discovered his calling in workforce development. Tony shares how embracing openness,...
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E167: Your Path. Your Purpose. Part 6: Featuring Mariia Yanchak
The Dignity of Work
Welcome to another installment of Your Path. Your Purpose., a special series from The Dignity of Work podcast. In this episode, we hear from Mariia Yanchak, a Career Path Services team member whose journey from Ukraine to the United States reveals the power of resilience and belonging. Mariia shares how arriving during a time of displacement led her to discover Career Path Services, turning what felt like a miracle job opportunity into a calling to serve others. With lived experience as an immigrant and a background supporting refugees, she brings deep empathy to her work—helping clients...
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