Tag: lessons
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Episode 26: An Artist’s Journey
Andy McConnell is a visual artist using wood to create wall art and sculptures that some describe as music in visual form. He has had an unconventional path as an artist, working in the trades, food service and as a carpenter – attending college in bursts working to earn money, then attending school, and then…
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Episode 25: From Astrophysicist To Career Coach
Mark Sincell has a core value for learning. His career path is a clear reflection of that value in action. Today he helps others as a career coach by holding space and helping others see possibilities for them to grow and thrive. He earned his PhD in astrophysics and while his background researching active galaxies…
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Episode 24: Social Worker Becomes CEO for Cultural Change
Margie Haywood wears many titles as a powerhouse of positive change in the community. With a background as a social worker, her passion and direction were shaped by early experiences as a child. Today she serves the community as a Public Speaker, DEI Consultant, Advocate, Trainer, Activist and CEO of Work and Play Lounge. Working…
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Episode 23: What’s Ahead For Season 2!
Preparing for Season Two of the Career Spotlight Podcast, Casey and Holli talk candidly about what they learned from Season One. This peek behind the production of the podcast shares their hopes and ambition for it to become more than simply a collection of interviews.Casey shares the desire to help it grow into something more.…
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Episode 22: Seattle Bus Driver By Night Fuels Creative By Day
Nathan Vass is a multifaceted creative: filmmaker, photographer, and author by day, and a Metro bus driver by night! In this episode, we explored his past jobs and career trajectory to find him where he is today. Our casual conversation format brings out some fascinating details and we are so inspired by his journey. Nathan’s…
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Episode 20: Discovering Life Coaching After Divorce
Jeremy Stegall’s lifelong curiosity about why we do what we do led him to Iowa State University in 2004, where he earned his B.A. degree in Psychology. But he didn’t go into that career path directly. In this episode, we explore his journey to becoming a life coach and author with Where the Change Happens…
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Episode 19: The Engineer Becomes An Acupuncturist
Nancy’s first interest for her career path was woodworking. With talents in science and math, she was encouraged to attend college instead. But, her first interest in Environmental Science was not a viable career path. At least, that’s what she was told at the time. She found herself as a Civil Engineer working for the…
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Episode 18: From Marketing to Heart Centered Coaching
With a background in theater and as a voice actor, Erin MacCoy found herself a career in Marketing. After helping to support businesses, educational institutions and non-profit organizations, she found herself discovering her path to heart-centered coaching! Today she is a Spiritual Intuitive Life and Business Coach, and focuses on supporting busy women who want…
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Episode 17: Your Style, Your Story
Maggie Greene launched her business amid the first part of the Global Pandemic upheaval. We were so impressed by her swift change from fully employed to full time solopreneur as Chief Everything Officer of Maggie Greene Style. Following her heart and personal ethics informed how she designed her personal styling business. She earnestly shares about…