To kick-off the second season of Career Catalyst, my guest in the first episode is Meredith Smith, and Innovation Consultant based in London.  Meredith's job is to work with some of the world's most fascinating organizations and brands to build innovation and create inspiring concepts through human-centric approaches and consumer research.  She talks about how she found her way early on at major retailers like Target, created a unique role for herself that eventually put her on a path to study innovation and design in London, and how she found herself where she is today.  Meredith has great advice on career management, accepting the non-linear nature of careers, and how to embrace risks in life that can open up tremendous opportunities.