Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams welcomes Dr. Lisa Patierne, leadership speaker, trainer, former school principal, and author of The Meatball Mindset: How to Roll with Life, Lead with Heart, and Thrive Under Pressure. Drawing on more than three decades in education and leadership, Dr. Lisa shares powerful insights on resilience, self-worth, leadership, and the importanc...

In this powerful conversation, Beverly Williams sits down with Waliyy “Main Event” Dixon to discuss purpose, mentorship, community impact, and the importance of creating opportunities for underserved communities. Waliyy shares how his journey evolved from basketball and entertainment into a mission-driven life focused on helping people find hope, direction, and alternatives to destructive paths. O...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams talks with Ari Montanez, a footwear designer whose journey is a powerful example of what happens when discipline, curiosity, and action come together. From leaving home at a young age to building a career in design and working alongside industry leaders, Ari shares how he navigated uncertainty, embraced opportunity, and created his own p...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams welcomes Dr. James Huber and his son Sean Huber for a candid conversation about career paths, parenting, risk taking, and what it really means to build a satisfying life. Dr. Huber shares his journey from West Orange, New Jersey to the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and eventually into private practice. He speaks op...

In this solo update episode, host Beverly Williams reconnects with her audience to share important updates about the show, insights into current employment challenges, and a powerful message of resilience and collaboration.  As she prepares to relaunch Your Employment Matters across YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and her website, Beverly emphasizes her ongoing commitment to providing meaningful guidance...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams sits down with Seth Kellogg, a trailblazing senior principal geologist and President-elect of the National Groundwater Association (the first woman in its 75-year history to hold the title). Their conversation covers a rich range of topics from career evolution to mentorship, networking, and leadership. Key Takeaways: From Law to Geology...

On the latest episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams hosts a dynamic and honest conversation with three labor attorneys from Selikoff & Cohen: Elizabeth Pudel, Daniel Dowdy, and Hop Wechsler. explore the realities of labor law, the future of work, and why community, advocacy, and adaptability matter more than ever. Here are the top takeaways from this insightful discussion: There’s N...

In this inspiring episode, Tom Lenoble, host of the Opening Pathways podcast, sits down with Beverly Williams, employment attorney, author of Your GPS to Employment Success, and founder of Your Employment Matters, and Parthenon Enterprises, Inc. to talk about the winding roads of career, purpose, and perseverance. Beverly shares her deeply personal journey from employment law to empowering job see...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, host Beverly Williams speaks with Ann Mracek, an author, musician, performer, and content creator whose life is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and creative purpose. Ann’s story is anything but traditional. Once a piano prodigy preparing to debut with a symphony at 16, her career trajectory was suddenly and violently altered by a devastating car...

In this timely episode of Your Employment Matters, host Beverly Williams shares actionable advice and emotional encouragement for anyone facing the stress and uncertainty of unemployment or career transition. Recorded during Mental Health Awareness Month, Beverly speaks candidly about the toll job searching can take on emotional well-being, and why it’s critical to approach a job search with both...

In a thoughtful conversation on Beverly Williams' podcast, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry shared powerful lessons about potential, leadership, and navigating today's evolving workplace. Here are some key takeaways: 🔹 Think of Leadership as a Verb, Not a Title Kevin emphasized that leadership isn’t about holding a position , it’s about actions and influence. True leaders inspire and guide othe...

In the latest episode of Your Employment Matters, host Beverly Williams sits down with Tom Lenoble, a seasoned executive, leadership coach, and CEO of the Academy for Coaching Excellence. Tom shares his incredible career journey from MCI to Facebook and beyond, offering insights into the evolving job market, workplace dynamics, and career longevity. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✅ Career Evolution & Adaptabi...

When you think of the entertainment industry, you might picture the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, red carpets, and award shows. But behind every breakout star and successful production, there are industry professionals like Zachary Spiegel working tirelessly to bring talent to the forefront. Zach is a casting director whose journey from actor to casting professional has been filled with passion,...

In today’s ever-evolving work landscape, employment isn’t just about finding a job—it’s about taking ownership of your career, whether that means excelling as an employee or stepping into the world of entrepreneurship. On a recent episode of Your Employment Matters, host Beverly Williams welcomed Garrett Delph, CEO of Clarity Ops, to discuss the realities of entrepreneurship, business growth, and...

On today’s podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Robert Ramirez, a professor, investment and business expert, and someone who transformed personal and financial hardship into an inspiring success story. Dr. Ramirez faced a turning point after the 2008 financial crisis when he nearly lost everything. Instead of letting it defeat him, he found a way to rebuild, and now he helps others ac...

I’m an educated, professional woman who also considers herself well informed. It pains me to admit however that upon reconsideration, I am not as well-informed as I thought. Until recently, I believed that voting is a right, indeed a fundamental right. I’m embarrassed to admit I was wrong.  As an American and an attorney, I am aware that at one time only white men were entitled to vote.  In the 21...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams engages in a compelling discussion with Stephen Kurkjian about the evolving landscape of journalism, the resurgence of unionism, and the enduring mystery of the Gardner Museum art heist. Prepare for an insightful conversation that delves into the intricacies of journalistic integrity, First Amendment responsibilities, and the transformat...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly dives deep into the art of negotiation with Cindy Watson, Esq, and together, they share invaluable insights that challenge traditional beliefs about law, negotiations, and the workplace.   Cindy is a highly sought-after international speaker, negotiation expert, social justice attorney, coach, and founder of Women on Purpose. She’s also the autho...

This episode of Your Employment Matters tackles two important topics in employment: finding the right job and building the right team, and how one’s role and co-workers have a significant impact on work experience. Today’s guest, Betty Thorne Tierney, is Vice President and the Associate General Counsel for a large retail chain in the Southern US. She spent the last 31 years in retail, actively lit...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, we continue the series on labor management. This topic is much needed after the years of decline in union membership, the changes in the workplace after the pandemic, and the great resignation. There is now a cautious optimism about a resurgence of unionism. Our guest today is Stuart Davidson, Esq. He’s currently a partner at Willig, Williams & Davidson...

Right now, the workplace has five different generations of employees, and such a diverse environment comes its set of benefits and challenges. This can be a tricky situation to navigate. If managed right, it can foster a group that’s working cohesively together and a business that’s constantly innovating and growing. When not handled well, it can lead to underappreciated employees, unqualified man...

In this episode of Your Employment Matters, Beverly Williams welcomes a very special guest, Mr. Richard Hooker Jr., a union leader, and officer. Together, they discuss the importance of collaborative negotiation in employment disputes, particularly in today’s post-COVID world.  As the Principal Officer of Teamsters Local 623, Richard is responsible for its 4,500 members. He makes sure that they re...

The court has been the place to settle all manners of disputes in family matters, estate dealings, and even employment issues. But taking things to court is expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally exhausting. In this episode, Beverly Williams is joined by esteemed attorney Marcia Werner to introduce us to the world of collaborative law and how it can be a better way to handle legal disagreement...

Join host Beverly Williams in this episode of Your Employment Matters as she delves into the dynamic world of labor-management relations and shares invaluable career strategies to empower listeners in their job search journey. With insightful commentary and practical advice, Beverly explores key developments shaping the employment landscape and offers actionable insights for success. Beverly draws...

One of the guarantees in life is that we’ll face challenges. No matter what you do, there will come a time when you’re in a difficult situation and you’ll need to decide whether to give up or keep on going. But when you’re working towards a goal, you always need to try to keep on going. Our guest today shares some impressive stories of working through difficulties and how he kept going. “You shoul...