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...

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. Wha...

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...

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,...

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 go...

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 https://w...

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...

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.  

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 in...

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...

Farzana Noorzay is a Vice President of Data Science and Analytics. Farzana tells me what it's like to work in Data Science and how she got to where she is today in this field. We also discuss changes in Data Science throughout the years and how to stay on top of the latest technology for this industry. If you want to learn more about Data Science from someone who knows the ropes, this episode is f...

Drew Castillo is a Corporate Training Manager with a wide range of experience in adult learning. We discussed what is involved in corporate training, what it takes to be a trainer and why this is a pretty cool gig for teachers who want to transition into a higher paying job! If you're an educator looking for a job change, this episode is for you!

Laura Arroyo is a program coordinator at George Washington University. We talk about what the day to day job consists of, overseeing students in their first job and how a "happy accident" got Laura to the career of her dreams. If you're interested in working in higher education, this is the episode for you! Subscribe to the Work University Podcast for more career info.

Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson tells me what it's really like behind the scenes as an Associate Vice President for Student Affairs at Augusta University in Georgia. The job is 24/7 and Dr. Jackson loves every minute of it! Hear what it's like to work in student affairs at the university level.  You can hear the "Heart Work with PBJ" podcast and find other works by Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson at: http...

Shannon describes her role as a Waste Engineering Consultant. She also talks about earning potential and how she got here. Let me know what job(s) you want to know about at Hello@WorkUniversity.org. Subscribe for more career info! Instagram: @Work. University https://workuniversity.org/ https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity

Crystal tells me what it's like to be an EMT. She talks about how she got here, the day to day job duties and gives advice for people who want to become an EMT. Let me know what job(s) you want to know about at Hello@WorkUniversity.org. Subscribe for more career info! Instagram: @Work. University https://workuniversity.org/ https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity

Nicole Rhone tells me what it's really like to be a Human Resources Manager. She talks about HR multi-tasking and why it's important to partner with HR early and often. Visit the Work University Podcast library of short informational interviews at: https://workuniversity.org/podcast

George Chavez has been a 5th grade school teacher for over 20 years! George shares the behind the scenes of preparation, getting certified as a teacher and he talks about what it takes to be an educator. George also tells me what it's really like as a job and why he enjoys it so much! LIKE & Leave a comment. SUBSCRIBE if you're interested in Career Services and want to know what different jobs are...

Martin Martinez is a Congressional Relations Officer on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. He tells me what his position is about and how he got there. Like & Review! Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Let me know at Hello@WorkUniversity.org.

Victoria Robertson is an opera singer in San Diego and has performed for several symphony orchestras including the La Jolla Symphony, San Diego Opera, and the Opera Santa Barbara. Victoria gives me a "behind the scenes" look at what it's like to be an opera singer, how she got here and gives great advice for those who want to get into this as a career. Visit her website: https://www.victoriarobert...

DEA Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent Michael Miller tells me what it's really like to be in the DEA and how he got there. *Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Inquire at WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com

Jose Santana, PMP, gives me an inside look at what it's like to be a project manager. LIKE & SUBSCRIBE to the Work University Podcast, Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Contact me at WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com.

Lucia Galardo Johnson shares details about what it's like to be a professional mediator, different types of mediation and how she got to where she is now. LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! *Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Contact me at WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com.

The Honorable Judge Sergio Tapia, II tells me the "day to day" of what it's like to be a judge, how he got here and gives advice to those who what to be a judge. Please leave a comment & forward to those who may find this information valuable! LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! *Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Contact me at WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com.

Ken Childs is a Private Investigator in Los Angeles and he tells me what it's really like to work as a P.I. Please leave a comment & forward to those who may find this information valuable! LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! *Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Contact me at WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com.