Unboxing Careers

ON THIS EPISODE: Lauren Herskovic, a real estate broker at Moda Group in Chicago, discusses the intricacies of a career in real estate, including the differences between agents and brokers, the educational requirements, and the value that agents bring to clients in today's market. Lauren shares her experiences in building relationships with clients and other agents, and the importance of work-...

ON THIS EPISODE: Professional dancer Lindsey Dinneen shares her journey from a young ballet enthusiast to a successful dancer, choreographer, and dance studio owner. Lindsey discusses the challenges of pursuing a career in dance, including the competitive audition process, the realities of making a living as a dancer, the need for business skills in the dance industry, various career paths availab...

ON THIS EPISODE : Aerospace and human systems  engineer Laura Smith-Velazquez shares her journey in the field of aerospace engineering, focusing on human factors and systems engineering. She discusses the importance of understanding human behavior in design, and the various projects she has worked on, including designing flight decks and working on supersonic transport systems. Laura provides valu...

ON THIS EPISODE: Dr. Bryan Quoc Le, a food scientist and consultant, discusses his career path. He details his unconventional journey, including a cross-country walk after his father's passing, which inspired his transition from chemistry to food science. The conversation covers his work on alternative proteins, the skills needed in the field, common misconceptions about food science, and the chal...

ON THIS EPISODE : Asha Paulose, an elder law and estate planning attorney, discusses her career path, details her daily work, offers insights into law school, and the skills necessary for success. The conversation also covers the challenges and rewards of running her own solo practice, along with advice for aspiring lawyers, emphasizing networking and strong writing skills. Finally, Asha shares he...

ON THIS EPISODE : Kristian Villanueva, a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Priority Designs, discusses the various aspects of mechanical engineering, including the problem-solving nature of the field, the importance of creativity, and the diverse career paths available. Kristian shares his personal journey into engineering, the skills required for success, and advice for aspiring engineers, especially...

ON THIS EPISODE : Sara Stevens, a marine biologist and director of animal collections at Butterfly Pavilion, discusses Sara's journey into marine biology, and the diverse career paths available in the field. Sara shares insights into her daily responsibilities, the challenges of working in marine biology, and the rewarding aspects of her job, particularly in coral conservation. The conversation al...

ON THIS EPISODE : Joe Keenan, Editor-in-Chief at Napco Media, a B2B media company, discusses his career path from journalism school to his current role, outlining his responsibilities in content creation and management across various platforms. He details a typical work week, including meetings, event planning, and daily content production. Keenan offers advice to aspiring journalists, highlightin...

ON THIS EPISODE : Benjamin Shrader, CEO of Shrader Promotions, an event production company, discusses his career path, which began with promoting college events and evolved into full-service event production. He details the challenges and rewards of the industry, including networking, client management, and the importance of professionalism. He also shares advice for aspiring event producers, emph...

ON THIS EPISODE :Brendan Englot, a mechanical engineer and professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, explores the vast field of mechanical engineering, and shares insights on balancing teaching and research, common misconceptions about engineering, and offers valuable advice for high school and college students. The conversation also touches on the challenges and rewards of a career in enginee...

ON THIS EPISODE : Barry Furey, a public safety consultant, discusses the field of public safety communications, specifically focusing on 911 call taking and dispatch. He explains the different roles and requirements for this career path, highlighting that most positions only require a high school diploma or GED. Barry provides insights into the day-to-day responsibilities, misconceptions, and trai...

ON THIS EPISODE : Jodi Jill , the founder of National Puzzle Day, explores Jill's journey as a professional puzzle creator, detailing her passion for puzzles, the process of making different types of puzzles, and the challenges of building a career in the puzzle industry. Jill shares anecdotes about her unique path to literacy, and offers advice to aspiring puzzle makers about navigating the indus...

ON THIS EPISODE : Patrick Sweeney, digital director at EveryLibrary.org, a political action committee (PAC), highlights the political landscape surrounding libraries and the importance of advocacy. Sweeney describes how EveryLibrary provides pro bono support to groups working to ensure library funding and how they are actively fighting against book bans and censorship. He emphasizes the importance...

ON THIS EPISODE : Dr. Kristine Pearl, Supervisor of Career and Technology Education for Frederick County Public Schools, discusses the Career and Technology Education program and the various opportunities it offers beyond teaching. Dr. Pearl explores the diverse career paths available in the education industry, moving beyond the traditional image of classroom teaching.  Hosted by Greg Zakowicz  Di...

ON THIS EPISODE : On this episode, middle school English teacher Mark Domeier discusses his career path and the realities of teaching seventh and eighth grade. He talks about his journey into education, his typical work week, his summer schedule, and the challenges and rewards of his job. He also shares his advice for those considering a career in education, including the importance of developing...

ON THIS EPISODE : Derek Dellinger, a TV anchor and reporter at Queen City News in Charlotte, NC, shares his career journey and insights into the broadcasting field. Derek discusses the day-to-day responsibilities of a reporter, including pitching story ideas, gathering information, and writing scripts. He also talks about the process of becoming an anchor and the importance of storytelling in jour...

Discover your career: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com   ON THIS EPISODE : Dr. Jason Freeman, an associate professor at Towson University, specializes in sociology and focuses his research on the intersection of religion and health. Dr. Freeman discusses the steps to enter the higher education field, including obtaining a graduate degree and pursuing a tenure-track position. He emphasizes th...

Discover your career: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com   ON THIS EPISODE : Paige King Johnson, a singer-songwriter in the country music genre, shares her journey in the music industry. She emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about the music industry and surrounding oneself with trustworthy people. Paige's week consists of shows, songwriting, managing contracts, and social media en...

Discover your career: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com   ON THIS EPISODE : Mike Reynolds, a financial advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott, discusses the field of financial planning. As a financial advisor, Mike's role involves servicing existing clients, building new client relationships, and helping clients navigate their financial lives. He discusses the certifications required in the f...

Discover your career: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com   ON THIS EPISODE : Lauren Farrow, an elementary school teacher and founder of Teacher to Techie, discusses the career of an elementary education teacher, including the different grade levels, challenges, and the importance of classroom management. Lauren shares her experiences teaching at a Title I school and a wealthier school, highlig...

Discover your career: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com ON THIS EPISODE : Lauren Gardner, Chief Operating Officer at the Emily K Center, discusses her career in the nonprofit sector and the role of a COO. The Emily K Center is a nonprofit organization in Durham, North Carolina, that helps students thrive by providing resources and support for post-secondary opportunities. Lauren explains a CO...

Discover your career: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com ON THIS EPISODE: Sera Gray, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and therapist, explains the wide range of career options available, including working as administrators, educators, and therapists. She shares her own journey of discovering her passion for social work after initially studying journalism. Sera also discusses her decisio...

ON THIS EPISODE : Todd Cretacci, a lead DevOps engineer and team lead at KeyBank, discusses the role of a DevOps engineer and the daily tasks involved. He explains the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in the field of technology. Todd also shares his career journey, from studying auto technology in high school to transitioning into the tech industry. He emphasizes the importance o...

Unbox careers: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com ON THIS EPISODE: Influencer Cassidy Montalvo, better known as @JustClassicallyCassidy, shares about her career as an influencer.. Cassidy emphasizes the importance of consistency in content creation and advises aspiring influencers to find a niche and provide useful content. She shares her experience of joining a crowded niche, and discusses th...

Unbox careers: http://www. UnboxingCareersPodcast.com ON THIS EPISODE: Captain Mark Whitaker, a pilot for United Airlines, shares insights into the career of a pilot. He discusses the different types of pilots, the dynamics between co-pilots and captains, and the role of relief officers on long flights. He talks about the typical day-to-day schedule of a pilot, the importance of seniority, and the...