Career Services Professional, Informational Interview
Work University
Welcome to The Work University Podcast - a library of career development informational interviews for job seekers of all ages. If you want to know what it's really like to be a career counseling professional, this is the episode for you! In this episode, I sat down with Career Counseling Professional Markell Morris, an expert in guiding professionals through career transitions and growth. With years of experience in career counseling, Markell shares invaluable insights on how to find clarity in your career path, navigate challenges, and build confidence in the job market. ...
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Cyber Security GRC Analyst, Informational Interview
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Today, we dive into the world of Cyber Security GRC, (Governance, Risk, Compliance) in our latest podcast episode featuring a conversation with a seasoned analyst, Felicita Sandoval. Felicita takes us behind the scenes of her day to day tasks as well as her journey to get where she is now. Gain insights into cyber security career development, infosec, and the power of informational interviews. What is a GRC Data Analyst? Capture the Flag? What are Governance Bodies? As well as international cyber policies and political climates. Listen now for a journey into the heart of cybersecurity! ...
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Entrepreneur, Informational Interview
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Carol Springer created Gabriel Sales, a professional services consulting firm for technology implementations and training. When I asked Carol what it's really like to be an entrepreneur, she did not hold back. Carol gets honest about the ups and downs, fears, the imposter syndrome and the amazing feeling of smashing through it all to reach and exceed the "tipping point" of her business! Carol is a thriving Woman in Tech who cares about her team and makes it her business to check in on them often. We discuss AI, overhead, employee moral, operations and I found that Carol wants her...
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Book Editor, Informational Interview
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What's it like to be a professional book editor? Nicole Frail takes us through her journey to become a professional book editor and the many hats that the editor wears. What are publishing seasons, The Big 5, BookStagrammers, as well as the lifecycle of a book. What does she like and dislike about this job? We cover it all! If you're curious about what it's like to be a professional book editor, you're going to love this one. Follow Nicole Frail on IG: If you're or want to help others learn what jobs are really like, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and take a peek behind...
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Search Engine Optimization SEO Manager Career Informational Interview
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Dive into the world of SEO management with expert Rosy Callejas. Discover how to navigate this dynamic career for success. We talk about what it’s like to work in the field of SEO and how Rosy got to this point in her career. If you're #CareerCurious or want to help others learn what jobs are really like, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and take a peek behind the curtain of what really goes into jobs from the people doing it! For links to podcast & The Work University site: https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity Get updates on new episodes on IG: Contact me at:...
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International Disaster Responder
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Ed Conley worked as an international disaster responder for more than 30 years. Ed explains what it is like to “get the call and GO! ” If you’ve ever wanted to know what happens from home base to ground zero and home again, you’ll want to hear it from someone who has been there and done that…many times. You can learn more about Ed Conley and purchase his book: “Promote the Dog Sitter” at If you're or want to help others learn what jobs are really like, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the scoop on jobs from people doing it! For links to podcast & Work...
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Birth Worker Informational Interview
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Sam Leeson is a Birth Worker. What does that mean? For Sam this means working with people needing assistance with Fertility, Surrogacy, Adoption, Pregnancy, Labor, Birth, Newborn Parenting, Sibling Preparation, etc. And what is a Doula? Learn what these roles consist of and how to get into this career. As with anything miraculous, there are downsides as well. Whewf! Sam, thank you for this behind-the-scenes peek at your amazing work!
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National Grocery Buyer, Informational Interview
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Today I spoke with Claudia who is a National Grocery Buyer. She tells us what her day-to-day is like and her path to becoming a grocery buyer. Claudia also gives practical advice for anyone who wants to get into the grocery buying business.
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Industrial Electrician Informational Interview
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Lia is an electrician who works specifically in industrial data warehouses. We discuss what her day to day is as well as how she got here. What does electrician work look like in the future, especially for women? What you can expect to earn at this job. If you know someone who wants to be an electrician…forward this to them! Lia is the host of the Sparky Life Podcast which encourages females to investigate trade careers! Sparky Life Podcast Link: If you're or want to help others learn about careers, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the Real real on jobs from people doing...
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Immigration Lawyer Informational Interview
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Adina Applebaum is an immigration lawyer. Adina gives us a true insider's perspective about what she has seen while in this role...from the different types of immigration law to why this is a such rewarding field for those looking to get into social justice. So many "ah-ha" nuggets in this short chat. Thanks for this one, Adina. I learned a TON! You can reach Adina on Instagram @AdinaApplebaum. If you're , subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the Real real on jobs from people doing it!
info_outlineAdina Applebaum is an immigration lawyer. Adina gives us a true insider's perspective about what she has seen while in this role...from the different types of immigration law to why this is a such rewarding field for those looking to get into social justice. So many "ah-ha" nuggets in this short chat. Thanks for this one, Adina. I learned a TON!
You can reach Adina on Instagram @AdinaApplebaum. If you're #CareerCurious, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the Real real on jobs from people doing it!
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