Beyond The Stethoscope

Beyond The Stethoscope

By Angela Demaree: Solutions Driven Veteran, VeterinarianBusinessEntrepreneurshipEducationSelf-Improvement
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Beyond The Stethoscope episodes

  • Virtual Networking and Job-Seeking Tips

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "There's also a mindset component to finding a job."

    "People do business with people they know, like, and trust."

    "There are 3 main parts to a soundbite; first, what is the solution you provide, how can you provide value to the company in a way that is unique to you."

    "Everyone wants to look good, one of the best ways to look good is to help others and it makes connecting with people more fun when you get to help others."

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Barb Garrison. Barb is a Career & Money Breakthrough Coach and "Job-You-Love" expert at Internal Groove, the company she founded 14 years ago.

    She helps burned-out, success-driven professionals who are just going through the motions design a career, based on their TRUTH, that makes them leap out of bed even on Monday mornings.

    The creator of The Job I Love Revolution, Barb supports corporate executives and entrepreneurs to move from self-doubt and burned-out to relief and freedom.

    After 18 years in marketing and surviving corporate burnout herself, Barb combines her experience as a mentor, marketer, corporate director, consultant, and two-time entrepreneur with her passion for self-discovery. She has degrees in Psychology and Mass Communications, plus 3 professional coaching certifications. Informed by your natural gifts and highest truth, Barb is an expert at designing creative career solutions you might not see on your own.

    She can be found working one-on-one with clients around the country, in private retreats with those who fly in to work with her, plus teaching from the stage at workshops and leading mastermind groups.

    After relocating from a fast-paced life in Los Angeles, Barb fulfilled her grand plan and lives with her husband at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado.

    TOPICS

    • We see so many job openings, yet so many people aren't finding the right fit or getting hired. What gives?
    • What are the three biggest mistakes people make in their careers?
    • What are you thankful for this year?

    RESOURCES

    https://internalgroove.com/

    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InternalGroove/

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    Support the podcast and become a BTS Insider with VIP Access at https://www.patreon.com/BeyondTheStethoscope

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

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    30 min
  • Happiness, Revenue and Balance in Healthcare

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "It all comes down to people process and technology."

    "Healthcare has to realize that if you don't start running your business like a business then it won't be relevant."

    "Price transparency is important for the consumer too."

    "One thing that COVID has taught us is that we need to be as lean and efficient as possible."

    "I don't control outcomes, I only control actions, so what are my actions going to be?"

    "It's amazing what happens when we get the lifestyle and the mission aligned with our values!"

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Matt Seefeld. Matt is the Executive Vice President at MedEvolve, responsible for all RCM operations, data science, and workflow automation solutions and business development. He brings over 20 years of management consulting experience in the healthcare industry with extensive expertise in process improvement programs and technology across the entire revenue cycle.

    Matt began his career with Stock & Associates and worked for both PricewaterhouseCoopers and Deloitte Consulting in their healthcare and life sciences practice lines.

    In 2007, he developed a business intelligence solution and founded Interpoint Partners, LLC, where he served as Chairman and CEO. In 2011, he sold his business to Streamline Health Solutions where he then served as Chief Strategist of Revenue Cycle and SVP of Solutions Strategy until 2014. Immediately prior to joining MedEvolve, Matt ran global sales for NantHealth.

    Additionally, Matt is the founder of myLifeLink, a virtual, global addiction and recovery community, and mobile application. He is also a board member and strategic advisor for a number of healthcare technology companies. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California-San Diego where he also achieved NCAA All-American honors three times during his collegiate track and field career.

    TOPICS

    • Matt's unique career path.
    • You have this incredible expertise and skill set in data science, workflow automation, and process improvement throughout the revenue cycle. How do you make this tangible to those of us who aren't revenue cycle consultants?
    • What's a revenue cycle?
    • What are some really quick tangible solutions or quick checks that practices and businesses can do to see if they are on the right track or need to do some extra digging?
    • What are the most common mistakes you see business owners make in this area?
    • MyLifeLink Addiction Recovery Community

    5 Questions Segment

    Q1. We know that the most successful and happy people have a morning routine, what do you do each morning or evening that sets your day up for success? The first thing I do is set my morning intentions and give myself 15 minutes to sit without technology, to meditate, say a prayer, and center myself for the day.

    Q2. What's your definition of Success? You grow when your opportunities exceed your capabilities. Be in a career where you want to stretch yourself and continue to learn and grow. Another big piece is balance, there's more to life than just work.

    Q3. What's your definition of Happiness? It's realizing that I'm perfect the way I am.

    Q4. What do you know now that you wish you would have known 10 years ago? You control actions you don't control outcomes and learning to listen more and speak less. I can be equally or more effective without traveling. Realizing that what I thought I was supposed to do wasn't what I needed to do.

    Q5. What do you think is the biggest issue facing busy professionals today? Practice slowing down. It's not true that the harder you work the better the outcomes you are going to get. The other thing is balance between personal and professional life. You don't have to work a 10-hour day. What does 5 hours of productive time look like?

    RESOURCES

    Connect with Matt at https://medevolve.com/

    LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-seefeld-521319/

    A Peaceful Warrior, Dan Millman

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

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    57 min
  • [5Q] Success is a Continuum

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Victoria Hepburn. She is quickly becoming a leading expert on employee well-being and transformational leadership. As a bestselling author, a motivational speaker, and an internationally certified business coach, she partners with individuals and organizations seeking to use proven tools to strengthen their confidence, focus, and drive as they grow in their careers and businesses. She lives in New Jersey with her family and cuddly rescue dog who refuses to play fetch.

    5 Questions Segment

    Q1. We know that the most successful and happy people have a morning routine, what do you do each morning or evening that sets your day up for success? I do a quick meditation and breathing exercise.

    Q2. What's your definition of Success? Success is a continuum.

    Q3. What's your definition of Happiness? Shared Joy. Happiness is a by-product of the habits and the choices that I make.

    Q4. What do you know now that you wish you would have known 10 years ago? Learning that my people-pleasing side didn't have to dominate so much of my life.

    Q5. What do you think is the biggest issue facing busy professionals today? The fact that we don't have a consensus on the social norms anymore. So many conflicting messages and it's hard to figure out what's ideal for you, your team, and where the world is going and based on our humanity.

    RESOURCES

    Learn more at www.VictoriaHepburn.com

    World Economic Forum – The Great Reset https://www.weforum.org/great-reset/

    Research on phone use: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/neuronarrative/201909/study-put-down-your-smartphone-let-your-brain-recharge

    https://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/sc-phone-relationship-family-0307-20170309-story.html

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

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    18 min
  • How to BOOST Resiliency with Victoria Hepburn

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "You have the answers, we just need to step away from the day-to-day to find them."

    "The science shows that work-life integration will give you greater satisfaction when you are ok with the trade-offs you are making and focused on your priorities than chasing that ever-elusive work-life balance."

    "Focus on the habits that will make you resilient and adapt."

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Victoria Hepburn. She is quickly becoming a leading expert on employee well-being and transformational leadership. As a bestselling author, a motivational speaker, and an internationally certified business coach, she partners with individuals and organizations seeking to use proven tools to strengthen their confidence, focus, and drive as they grow in their careers and businesses. She lives in New Jersey with her family and cuddly rescue dog who refuses to play fetch.

    TOPICS

    • Victoria's unique career path.
    • What inspired Victoria to write, "Pressure makes Diamonds."
    • The BOOST formula to build resilience and adapt to stressful situations.
    • Victoria's top tips for engaging and leading teams remotely.
    • How to lead when you aren't the boss.

    RESOURCES

    Learn more at www.VictoriaHepburn.com

    World Economic Forum – The Great Reset https://www.weforum.org/great-reset/

    Research on phone use: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/neuronarrative/201909/study-put-down-your-smartphone-let-your-brain-recharge

    https://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/sc-phone-relationship-family-0307-20170309-story.html

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

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    27 min
  • [5Q] Mindfulness is the Key to Success

    5 Questions Segment

    Q1. We know that the most successful and happy people have a morning routine, what do you do each morning or evening that sets your day up for success? I'm a night owl, so I rely on an evening routine. I make a personal and professional list. We are mindful of people's time and stick to a schedule. I don't multitask. I practice 'just this and then' so I bring my full self to each project. I also give myself some time and space in areas where I need it.

    Q2. What's your definition of Success? For me, mindfulness is the key to success for me. Someone once shared with me there are three versions of life, the almost, the most and the utmost so I'm always striving for the utmost life. Live in the accomplishments vs. surviving the hours.

    Q3. What's your definition of Happiness? Happiness is helping people find that spark inside of them.

    Q4. What do you know now that you wish you would have known 10 years ago? For my personal life I would say that I'm the only person who sets the limits on my life. In my business, I would say that emotional decisions make you weak. There's a certain level that needs to be involved but it can't govern decision making.

    Q5. What do you think is the biggest issue facing busy professionals today? You are either making decisions that are building or destroying.

    RESOURCES

    Connect with Jessica at https://jessicamead.com/ or on Instagram @_jessicamead_

    Become a Patron and never miss another insight at https://www.patreon.com/BeyondTheStethoscope

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

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    37 min
  • How To Achieve Work Life Balance with Jessica Mead

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "It's about intentional congruence in our business and personal life."

    "I'm very bullish about my time."

    "It's important to mold your schedule around what is important."

    "…employees are human beings with deep desires and interests."

    "To be a role model, you need to show up every day with compassion and purpose."

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Jessica Mead. Jessica is anything but your traditional mom, wife, and businesswoman. She builds her family life and business empire unapologetically and authentically. This helicopter-flying, Disney-mom travels the world as she manages a portfolio of more than 20 companies valued at $100 million dollars while homeschooling two children.

    TOPICS

    • Jessica's unique career journey and hobbies!
    • How to manage your time for Work-Life Balance
    • How to design a life of purpose
    • Secrets to hiring more inspired, effective, and loyal employees.
    • The power of the female investing dollar. Where can we expect to see women investing in 2021?

    RESOURCES

    Connect with Jessica at https://jessicamead.com/ or on

    Instagram @_jessicamead_

    Become a Patron and never miss another insight at https://www.patreon.com/BeyondTheStethoscope

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

    Click 'View in iTunes' (or maybe you are already there)

    Click 'Subscribe'

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    48 min
  • [5Q] Take Every Opportunity To Learn

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Christian Allen, he is a successful entrepreneur, owner of multiple businesses, author of Money Insights for Physicians, and the Founder and CEO of the strategic wealth building firm, Money Insights. Christian's team specializes in helping clients understand and implement alternative wealth-building strategies centered around life insurance (and not the type of life insurance you get when you go to your local agent). Christian is passionate about making it easier for his clients to build and protect their wealth, and he is here today to share some insight into his strategies. Welcome to the show, Christian!

    5 Questions Segment

    Q1. We know that the most successful and happy people have a morning routine, what do you do each morning or evening that sets your day up for success? I go to sleep at 9 each night and I get up at 3 am, I spend time on the elliptical and then I meditate, and I start meetings at about 8 am.

    Q2. What's your definition of Success? Success is really personal, for me, it's accomplishing goals that I've set.

    Q3. What's your definition of Happiness? The word that comes to mind is content. We can't have the "then I'll be happy" mindset. For me, it's learning to be content and enjoy the journey.

    Q4. What do you know now that you wish you would have known 10 years ago? I wish I would have spent more time educating myself across the board, in things in general. Taking every opportunity to learn.

    Q5. What do you think is the biggest issue facing busy professionals today? Time! Time to educate themselves especially around finances setting themselves up for a financial future.

    RESOURCES

    Connect with Christian and learn more at https://moneyinsights.net/

    Take the Financial Freedom Factor Assessment at f3assessment.com

    Employee Benefit Retirement Institute: https://www.ebri.org/publications/research-publications/fast-facts

    Medscape Physician Report: https://www.medscape.com/

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

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    10 min
  • Find Your Financial Freedom Factor with Christian Allen

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "Be proactive with tax planning to keep more of what you earned."

    "The key is to be intentional."

    "Multi-family housing is a great asset class and can be low risk."

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Christian Allen, he is a successful entrepreneur, owner of multiple businesses, author of Money Insights for Physicians, and the Founder and CEO of the strategic wealth building firm, Money Insights. Christian's team specializes in helping clients understand and implement alternative wealth building strategies centered around life insurance (and not the type of life insurance you get when you go to your local agent). Christian is passionate about making it easier for his clients to build and protect their wealth, and he is here today to share some insight into his strategies. Welcome to the show, Christian!

    TOPICS

    • Christian's unique career path and what's unique about Money Insights.
    • Christian's philosophy when it comes to investing.
    • Conservative leverage.
    • Is there a way to overcome the high debt to income ratio without just simply, working more?
    • How the average investor can have an appropriate money mindset for their ambitions without FOMO.
    • Risk-Adjusted Return, explained

    RESOURCES

    Connect with Christian and learn more at https://moneyinsights.net/

    Take the Financial Freedom Factor Assessment at f3assessment.com

    Employee Benefit Retirement Institute: https://www.ebri.org/publications/research-publications/fast-facts

    Medscape Physician Report: https://www.medscape.com/

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

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    Click 'Subscribe'

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    28 min
  • [5Q] Less Worry and MORE TIME!

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "I shouldn't have worried so much or put so much into that because it all turned out fine."

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Melissa Washington. Melissa is a Navy Veteran and the CEO and Founder of Women Veterans Alliance. She is a disabled veteran small business owner, speaker, entrepreneur, author, and award winner who is connecting women veterans across the nation.

    Melissa proudly served in the Navy and rather than shoulder the burden of a dual-service family, she decided to leave the military early to pursue a career while her husband spent 21 years on active duty in the United States Marine Corps. She earned her bachelor's degree in business management and transitioned into a successful career in recruiting and human resources for more than 10 years working for both boutique agencies and global Fortune 500 companies.

    Melissa was laid off from her job in 2009 due to a failing economy, marking the beginning of a nearly two-year journey and career reinvention that allowed her to use her experience to help others. It all started with holding LinkedIn workshops for job seekers at her dining room table then speaking at venues across the nation. In 2011, she started Melissa Washington, Inc. which offers consulting services to businesses and individuals using LinkedIn for researching, recruiting, job seeking and collaborating. Her journey, took a little detour for 4 years as she worked at LinkedIn, planning Global Corporate Meetings & Events. In 2014 she authored Get Back to Work: Smart & Savvy Real-World Strategies to Make Your Next Career Move.

    5 Questions Segment

    Q1. We know that the most successful and happy people have a morning routine, what do you do each morning or evening that sets your day up for success? Before I shut down my computer, I print out the calendar for tomorrow so I have it ready to go.

    Q2. What's your definition of Success? The impact I can have, helping other women veterans, the reach and the impact we can have within the veteran community.

    Q3. What's your definition of Happiness? It's a mindset, just having that joy.

    Q4. What do you know now that you wish you would have known 10 years ago? 11 years ago I was unemployed, I shouldn't have worried so much or put so much into that because it all turned out fine.

    Q5. What do you think is the biggest issue facing busy professionals today? Not Enough Time! I don't mean it's not enough time, but how could we effectively utilize our time and be strategic in purpose. We make time for what we want to make time for.

    RESOURCES

    Connect with the Women Veterans Alliance at https://www.womenveteransalliance.org/

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

    Click 'View in iTunes' (or maybe you are already there)

    Click 'Subscribe'

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    Then Click 'Write a Review'

    13 min
  • [MWVC] Building Resiliency and Connection with Melissa Washington

    Favorite quotes of the episode:

    "When I lost my job, I went through a grieving process."

    "When faced with adversity, ask questions to positively direct your mind. How can I utilize the skillsets I have? What can I still do?"

    "I shouldn't have worried so much or put so much into that because it all turned out fine."

    Episode Overview

    In this episode, I talk with Melissa Washington. Melissa is a Navy Veteran and the CEO and Founder of Women Veterans Alliance. She is a disabled veteran small business owner, speaker, entrepreneur, author, and award winner who is connecting women veterans across the nation.

    Melissa proudly served in the Navy and rather than shoulder the burden of a dual-service family, she decided to leave the military early to pursue a career while her husband spent 21 years on active duty in the United States Marine Corps. She earned her bachelor's degree in business management and transitioned into a successful career in recruiting and human resources for more than 10 years working for both boutique agencies and global Fortune 500 companies.

    Melissa was laid off from her job in 2009 due to a failing economy, marking the beginning of a nearly two-year journey and career reinvention that allowed her to use her experience to help others. It all started by holding LinkedIn workshops for job seekers at her dining room table then speaking at venues across the nation. In 2011, she started Melissa Washington, Inc. which offers consulting services to businesses and individuals using LinkedIn for researching, recruiting, job seeking, and collaborating. Her journey, took a little detour for 4 years as she worked at LinkedIn, planning Global Corporate Meetings & Events. In 2014 she authored Get Back to Work: Smart & Savvy Real-World Strategies to Make Your Next Career Move.

    TOPICS

    • Melissa's Unique Career Path; why she decided to become an entrepreneur and start the Women Veterans Alliance.
    • The UnConference
    • Staying positive and resilient during difficult times of having to reinvent yourself?
    • Audience Q&A: How do you grow and retain your membership?

    RESOURCES

    Connect with the Women Veterans Alliance at https://www.womenveteransalliance.org/

    Join our email list and never miss another insight at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/shownotes

    Learn Strategies for Overcoming Overwhelm at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm

    "This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval."

    Sign up for a free Strategy Session to overcome overwhelm and get unstuck at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/podcast

    Thinking of running for office? Get your copy of Candidate Survival Guide or Join one of Angela's Campaign Accelerator Programs at https://www.pawsconsulting.com/candidate

    Connect with Angela at www.pawsconsulting.com or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @DemareeDVM.

    How to leave a review on iTunes:

    Go to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-stethoscope/id1354281411 or open iTunes.

    Click 'View in iTunes' (or maybe you are already there)

    Click 'Subscribe'

    Then Click 'Ratings and Reviews'

    Then Click 'Write a Review'

    24 min

About Beyond The Stethoscope

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The podcast for veterinarians, healthcare providers and busy professionals who want actionable, implementable solutions surrounding work-life balance, accomplishing your goals and living your dreams.