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. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional looking to make a change, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you achieve your career goal of becoming a career services professional. Markell shares her experience in career services, how she got here and she gives valuable advice for those who want to get into the career services field. Her love for this field and helping others comes through in this discussion. Markell has been featured on podcasts and highlighted in numerous articles. Treat this episode like your own informational interview!  To get more info about Markell and to discover your career possibilities, follow Markell: Instagram:   / futuresinmotion   http://www.futures-in-motion.com/ Go to the Futures in Motion website to download a guide to "Create a Career You Love". Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more career-focused content! If you're #CareerCurious and want to help others learn what jobs are really like before spending time, money & energy going down that road, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and take a peek behind the curtain of what really goes into your field of interest - straight from the people doing it!  If you'd like to be featured, contact me at Hello@WorkUniversity.org. For links to podcast & info for The Work University: https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity Follow on Instagram and get updates on new podcast episodes:    / work.university   Work with me 1:1 for Mock Interview practice to smash your interview anxiety!  I also speak to organizations about the value of networking & how it can help you in your career.

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! If you're #CareerCurious and 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 -straight from the people doing it! For links to podcast & The Work University site: https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity Follow on Instagram and get updates on new podcast episodes: https://www.instagram.com/work.university/ Contact me at: hello@workuniversity.org. Work with me 1:1 for Mock Interview preparation to smash your interview anxiety! I also speak to groups and organizations about the value of networking & how it can help you in your career (and in life). ✌

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 employees to thrive in their personal lives as well. Listen here to learn all of this and you don't want to miss her advice for someone who wants to be an entrepreneur in tech. Check out what Carol is up to here: https://linktr.ee/carolspringer_social

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: https://www.instagram.com/nicolefrailedits/ 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: https://www.instagram.com/work.university/ Contact me at: hello@workuniversity.org Work with me 1:1 for Mock Interview preparation to smash your interview anxiety! I also speak to groups and organizations about the value of networking and how it can help job seekers achieve their career goals. Contact me for availability!✌

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: https://www.instagram.com/work.univer... Contact me at: hello@workuniversity.org Work with me for Mock Interview preparation to smash your interview anxiety! I speak to groups about the value of networking and how it can help job seekers achieve their career goals.  Contact me for availability!✌

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://www.edwardconley.com/ If you're #CareerCurious 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 University site: https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity Get updates on new episodes on IG: https://www.instagram.com/work.univer... Contact me at: hello@workuniversity.org  

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!

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 investigate trade careers! Sparky Life Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sparky-life/id1663630321 If you're #CareerCurious or want to help others learn about careers, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the Real real on jobs from people doing it! For links to podcast & Work University info: https://linktr.ee/WorkUniversity  

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 #CareerCurious, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the Real real on jobs from people doing it! https://www.instagram.com/work.univer... https://workuniversity.org Hello@WorkUniversity.org  

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 for you! If you're #CareerCurious, subscribe to the Work University Podcast and get the real real on jobs by people doing it! https://www.instagram.com/work.university/ https://workuniversity.org Hello@WorkUniversity.org

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: https://linktr.ee/Drpbjackson  

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.Universityhttps://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 really like! *Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Let me know at Hello@WorkUniversity.org & visit: https://workuniversity.org/

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.victoriarobertson.com/ See Victoria’s TEDx talk: https://bit.ly/39MdNWC Instagram: @v_sings REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE! *Would you like me to create an informational interview for you? Let me know! WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com

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.

Mike Tockstein talks about what it's really like to to be a professional Pyrotechnician. 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.

Sarah Falk tells me about her road to becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Sarah discusses what career options are available and what to look out for. This is great information for you if you're thinking of becoming a social worker!

Denise tells me what it's REALLY like to be a Casino Dealer. Please leave a comment & forward to those who may find this valuable! LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at WorkUniversity4u@gmail.com.

J.J. Harrison tells me what it's really like to be a Rodeo Clown/Barrel Man. Please leave a comment & forward to those who may find this valuable! LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Jeanine tells me what it's like to be a cheesemonger in San Francisco. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Carrie McGhee tells me what it's really like to be a Mortician. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Felipe shares what it's really like to be an Anesthesiologist. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Dr. Christina Tran shares what it's really like to be a Veterinarian. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Janae tells me what it's really like to be a 911 dispatcher. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Natasha and I discuss the ups and downs of her job as an executive pastry chef. We also discuss how she got there and what to expect when getting into the culinary biz. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Rosa and I discuss her day-to-day duties in her role as a city assistant traffic engineer. Rosa also tells me how she got to that position and provides tips for those heading in a similar direction in engineering. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Roberto tells me what it's like to be a Clinical Biomedical Engineer in a hospital setting. We also discuss how he got there and he offers advice on how to get there. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Karina tells me what it's really like to be a Dental Hygenist. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Henry tells me what it's really like to be a movie theater projectionist in Los Angeles today. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

What is an Organizational Effectiveness Specialist? Diane talks to me about her day to day activities as well as the path she took to get here as an Organizational Effectiveness Specialist. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Today I talked to a former NBA Strength & Conditioning Coach. We cover the day-to-day, pay, perks and ups & downs of this job. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

David is a firefighter with the Los Angeles Fire Department. He shares inside information with me about what it's like, what to expect and how to get into firefighting as a career. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Phil shares his experience as a corporate pilot, his career path and advice for those who want to be a pilot. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Jared Mesa is a Ballet Master at Western Arkansas Ballet. He talks about performing, conditioning and what it takes to be a professional dancer. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Finance Director, Mike Arjaev tells me what a finance analyst does and how to best navigate through a finance career. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Burbank City Traffic Commissioner Andre Krikorian talks about what he does as a traffic commissioner and how he works to serve in this office. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Steve Emerson is a real estate agent in San Diego. He gives me his perspective on what it's like in the real estate business on a day to day basis. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Professional Los Angeles musician, Ronnie Gutierrez gives me an inside perspective on what it's like to be a musician and how he got here. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Steve Henry is a Stand Up Comic in Los Angeles. He tells me what it's like behind the scenes to "make it" and what he's gone through to get where he is today. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.  

Deana is the owner of a mobile dog grooming business in Los Angeles. She gives me an inside look at what it's really like and how she got there. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.

Today I talked with Kim, an entertainment attorney for a major television production company in Los Angeles. She discussed what it's really like to be an entertainment lawyer and how she go to get where she is today. *Contact me if you would like me to create an informational interview for you at workuniversity4u@gmail.com.