How many times have you picked up a book and thought, "It must have taken a lot of work to produce this." My guess is... never. Books are ubiquitous and, honestly, essentially taken for granted. But every book is the result of an extensive creative process, from idea to finished product, that brings together many skilled individuals. Our guest today, Elisa Gibson, is the Creative Director for National Geographic Books, and she explains how this process results in the detailed, informative, and visually stunning books we've come to know and appreciate from NatGeo.

Looking to start your Biz-eWerk experience? Check out our new trailer and Mind Your Business.

No matter how much we plan, things rarely turn out as we expected. Being able to pivot and continue moving forward is a critical skill for survival and success in business. Check out this interview with Christian Jablonski (CofC '17, Men's Soccer Team), Business Development Manager with Texans Luxe, as he describes his journey from a team member on the field, to a team member supporting the team on the field, and the critical role of business leaders in sports management. 

When you think about "Economics" you should immediately think about "Adam Smith." March 20-24 is Adam Smith Week at the College of Charleston School of Business, sponsored by the Center for Public Choice and Market Process. In this episode, Pete Calcagno discusses the week's purpose and events, and why you should consider attending. More info here https://go.cofc.edu/asw

Check out Pete's list of suggested sites, including videos of previous Adam Smith Week speakers.

https://www.adamsmithworks.org

https://www.adamsmithworks.org/documents/otteson-brief-smith-bio

https://sb.cofc.edu/centers/publicchoice/video-library/index.php

Have you ever had this thought while staring out of your window at home or at work? “Maybe I should just pack a bag, hop a flight, and see where I land.” Ok, maybe that’s just Biz-eWerk, and sure, simply hopping a flight would trigger a few TSA alarms, but have you ever considered that some people get to do that very thing – pack a bag and hop a flight to destinations afar – for a living?

In this episode, Paul Jebara, a New York-based travel and design writer, copywriter, and brand consultant (currently the Design and Culture Editor for Hotels Above Par) tells us how he took a love of travel and writing, food and culture, and packed them all into a career journey, that also involves journeys around the globe.

Post-Podcast Reading List: Check out a few of Paul’s favorite articles

Financial wellness is a journey, and like all journeys, it requires planning. For many people, getting started on that journey is the hardest part. Listen in on this interview with Campbell Sullivan as she explains how her financial journey has covered some unusual territory, including time spent on an alpaca farm.

Have you ever wondered how projects get completed? Who manages the time, talent, and budget? Who keeps the whole thing on task so the project can be successful? These critical tasks are completed by Project Managers. Check out this interview with Taylr Sharp, a College of Charleston 2019 graduate, and Digital Project Manager with Target.

50th Episode - NewSpace Age! That's not a typo. We've been living in the Space Age for nigh on 70 years. Why does it still crop up in advertising? From the "Old" Space Age of Apollo and the Space Shuttle to the NewSpace Age of SpaceX, Blue Origin, and more, it's time to think about how the NewSpace Age will usher in changes to technology that science fiction could only dream of.

Thinking of being a Digital Nomad for work? A recent Wall Street Journal article by Callum Borchers offers some cautionary advice. "Work From Anywhere! (Well, Not Really) Tax snafus, legal headaches—and now, killjoy bosses. The digital-nomad lifestyle is full of complications for workers and their employers."

During the pandemic, when some jobs were moving online, there was some discussion that it would be permanent. You had people moving to other parts of the country, maybe for a less expensive cost of living, and working remotely. And not surprisingly, they liked it. The freedom, the ability to be almost anywhere you wanted to be as long as there was a laptop and internet connection. But like anything else that sounds great initially, there can be a downside. In this episode of Biz-eWerk, we'll cover the possible complications of nomadic work life.