Your Employment Matters with Beverly ...
Your Employment Matters. Changes in how we work are happening fast. Employers know they need to adapt to today’s workers and the demands of the marketplace. Whether you’re employed or unemployed changes in technology and AI have altered the jobs landscape forever. Because of these truths your employment success and even employment survival depend on your ability to adjust to change. This 30-minute podcast with host Beverly Williams is here to advocate embracing change. We’re going to show you how to use it to your advantage. You’ll hear from experts how have charted their careers successfully so far. We’ll cover trends and changes as they happen. Get your workweek off to a good start with Your Employment Matters every Monday. You can also view all episodes here - https://www.youremploymentmatters.com/podcasts/
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Outside Your Comfort Zone with Lou Alexander EP 28
The current employment landscape is more than a notion. To succeed in this highly competitive environment you will need to step outside of your comfort zone. Our guest, Lou Alexander, certainly stepped outside of his comfort zone. Lou graduated...
42 min
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Mentoring Leaders with Linda Dulye EP 27
It is no secret that leadership is a skillset that employers’ value, but unfortunately everyone in the leadership position is not an effective leader. Our guest today is Linda Dulye. Linda is the president and founder of Dulye & Company,...
37 min
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Success is Not One Size Fits All EP: 26
Success is not a one size fits all deal. It is determined by what you want it to look like. Today’s guest is Ann Prizzi, an Investment Banker and Vice President of National Securities Corporation. Investment Banking was not Ann’s destination when...
40 min
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Understanding the Civil Rights Movement Today E...
My guest today is my friend, Wade Henderson. Wade is the former President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, which was founded as the legislative arm of the Civil Rights Movement. As he brings the meaning of the March from...
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Pursuing Your Passion EP 24
My guest for this episode of Your Employment Matters is Josh Nicks. Known as J-Nicks in the Atlanta area, he is an On-Air Personality for HOT 107.9. Although both of his parents are engineers, Josh knew that college was not his thing. During his...
36 min
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Advice to College Seniors with Jessica Ken Kwof...
Employment looks different to Jessica and others her age. This generation is not one to believe in working a 9-5, and many hustle in the “gig” economy. Jessica is able to have a multiple source income by working at Shipt, and with an online...
40 min
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Why Finding Employment Matters EP 22
Althought the employment journey may be challenging, it is especially important that you manage your expectations. Know that you will not receive a response to every resume, text and phone call. Accept any help given or offered with gratitude. ...
18 min
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Why Your Employment Matters is My Mission EP: 21
The reality is that a successful career is the sole responsibility of the individual, not their parents, their friends, their employers, nor their school. There was a time, when after graduation, be it high school, technical school, or college, you...
37 min
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What Does it Mean to be Transgender? EP: 20
“We need to make every effort to disregard pre-existing biases and prejudices. We must keep an open mind about things that we don’t understand.” Ash knew as a young girl that she was attracted to women. She identified and came out as a lesbian....
39 min
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An Entrepreneur’s Journey Into Podcasting with ...
Benefits of Podcasting: Easily accessible platform that listeners are already using For many, it’s easier to verbally share their message and have conversations Getting started is easier than ever Technology has been simplified Evergreen content...
42 min
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Having a Plan B with Dr. Legaspi EP: 18
Being born in a third world country made Dr. Owen Legaspi put a high value on education During our time together today, he will be sharing a bit of his journey to becoming a Health Care Entrepreneur. Find out why his plan B ended up working out...
38 min
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Financial Literacy with Maritza Brown Ep: 17
Financial Literacy is defined as the ability to understand and effectively apply various financial skills including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing. Maritza Brown is on a mission to help others gain financial stability. Her...
30 min
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A Career in the Non-Profit World Is a Labor of ...
We often hear the advice to “do what you love” and today’s guest shows us how that worked for her. Caitlin White has loved the arts since she was a child. She saw herself on the stage and from there a career was born. It’s not the straight...
35 min
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The Business of Entertaining EP: 15
Ace got his start on Open Mic nights at the Stress Factory Comedy Club in New Brunswick, NJ. Working at the comedy club gave him exposure to people who would be able to catapult his career, but not much money. Soon after becoming a regular at...
39 min
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What it Takes to be a Working Actress with Sipi...
Being a working actress is not easy. Today's guest Sipiwe Moyo shares how the acting bug started early. She and Beverly talk about her training and how she's been able to create a successful career in acting.
40 min
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Learning to Rise in Your Career with Rodney Abr...
After spending 28 years as a public employee, Rodney Abrams is here today to share some insights in how to make your career a successful one. Even though he knew he wanted to be an engineer, it was after networking with the Society of Black...
34 min
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How to Re-Start Your Career at 50 EP: 12
In 2011, Vin found himself laid off from his job of 15 years. He explains how: At age of 50, his resume was not readily accepted He brainstormed something not currently in the marketplace that there was a demand for (art and art education on public...
20 min
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Your Professional Brand with Michael Scolamiero...
While growing up, Michael excelled at all things musical. During high school he was active in the orchestra, the choir, the drama department, as well as taking private vocal and instrumental lessons. It was a natural progression for him to major in...
25 min
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Policing and Racism with John Arnold Jr. EP: 10
Police reform under the leadership of Eric Holder during the Obama Administration was starting to turn things around. Because former Attorney General Jeff Sessions was not a fan of police reform, the current administration shelved the initiative. Now...
37 min
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How to Step Outside Your Comfort Zone with Dorl...
Born and raised in Haiti, Dorly Bouguignon came to live with family in the United States after a devastating earthquake. The difficult transition from being an only child to living in America and attending American schools was difficult, but he was...
22 min
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Stress Management During a Pandemic EP: 8
Today’s guest is Maria Tabone, author of “.” This is a resource to manage the stress of life, including the stress that comes along with seeking employment. The information shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is...
24 min
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Create the Career You Want by Embracing Change ...
Beverly’s niece Erica McKenzie joins her on this episode to discusses the importance of acquiring skills and training to better position yourself for the current job market. While college is not for everyone, it is wise to look at the opportunities...
26 min
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How to Find A Job After Incarceration EP:6
Yes, you can build a successful and productive life after incarceration. Today’s episode discusses tips and tools on how to overcome barriers to employment and build a life for yourself and your family. Justin and Jamal Hannibal grew up in a 2...
41 min
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How to Find In-Demand Job Opportunities Today ...
Worker shortage? Yes! Today’s episode covers how economic and generational changes are impacting the workforce requirements. Guest Dr. Betty Ann Cook joins Beverly and they discuss the new opportunities that are available. Many have increased in...
31 min
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The Rock Star and Following Your Dream EP: 4
It’s not every day that you get to talk to a rock star. Beverly interviews Sean Huber, a musician, songwriter and yes, a legit rock star. Hear how Sean was able to follow his passion. He knew at a young age that he wanted to be in a band. Like most...
25 min