Career and Job transition – The Mentors Radio

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, host Tom Loarie interviews guest mentor Dr. Ming Wang, M.D., Ph.D., a man who transitioned from facing deportation to rural China for a life of hard labor in his native Communist China where he grew up, to making in to the United States—by the slimmest of chances. In the U.S., Ming received an M.D. from Harvard, magna cum laude, and a Ph.D. in laser physics from MIT. Now a world-renown, multi-award-winning eye surgeon, Nashville, Tennessee-based Dr. Wang has never forgotten his roots. Though his list of eye patients include Dolly Parton and other famous people, what he has done for those struggling with sight issues in Communist China and elsewhere, are as inspiring as his career journey. Listen to podcast below. Listen on ANY device, just choose your podcast vehicle here. Find Show Notes here—-Dr. Wang is an accomplished ballroom dancer and musician, in addition to his break-through work as an opthamologist and philantrhopist to many who need, but cannot afford, serious eye problem solutions.

In this episode, Host Tom Loarie talks with Forbes Magazine publisher and columnist Rich Karlgaard on the power of “late bloomers” in a world obsessed with early achievement. Not only is this guest mentor an expert on the intersection of business and innovation, a best-selling author, and an economic and market forecaster, Karlgaard is himself a late bloomer! And he has plenty of wisdom and examples to share that blows to bits the current trends of pressuring children to overachieve and perceiving failure if not “a success” by age 30. Absolutely false! And you’ll learn why in this very special interview. Listen for FREE on any device, any time, here. Or, Listen below. Find Show Notes here.

Shouldn’t your career have as much meaning, purpose and happiness as the rest of your life? We go through different needs and changes in our life, and our career is no different, regardless of our profession or line of work. Madelyn Mackie has a remarkable ability to communicate complex information clearly and in an entertaining, engaging manner. She’s one of the most selfless individuals you’ll ever find, a person who knows that life rewards those who put others first. In her career work, Madelyn serves individuals as well as VIP clients such as Twitter, Chevron, Novartis, the Oakland Raiders, Blue Shield of California and more, she is often quoted in career-related magazines and is a sought-after national speaker and resume writer. She’s also worked for years with Tony award-winning theaters, which has played an important role in reaching others. Find Show Notes here. Listen to Episode below. Sign up for FREE podcasts-on any device-here.

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Are you too quick to make judgments about people? Host Tom Loarie interviews two prominent healthcare executives, Selene Burke, PhD, and Michelle Williams, RN, MSN, who have cracked the code of success for women of color and, as leaders who exemplify ethical standards in all aspects of their work and lives, they serve today as an inspiration for thousands. Find Show Notes here. Listen below or by podcast here.

This week The Mentors Radio Show Host Ric Brutocao talks with the president and head of China equity investments for Boustead Securities, Dan McClory, about doing business in and with China. In the process, Dan reveals his own career journey, as well as insights about business and start-ups in China and some quick hints about how companies can achieve IPO faster that normal. Find Show Notes here. Listen below (after first airing Sat morning), and sign up for Podcast here.

In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Ric Brutocao talks with Ken Strottman, founder of the ingenious marketing and creative firm Strottman International that pioneered the use of toys in marketing campaigns for such giants as MacDonald’s and others.  Strottman, a former VP for Mattel, has one of the most encouraging journeys to success you can imagine.  In fact, you might even say he practically failed his way to success, and there are lots of mentoring gems to catch along the way of this wonderful, delightful, even funny, in-depth interview! Find Show Notes here. Listen to podcast below. You can also subscribe to show podcast here and don’t miss an episode — it’s FREE!

Croatian superstar, Tajci, shares with The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie her first-hand insights on having her soul sucked dry by being held hostage to super stardom, money, and people who saw her—and her remarkable singing talent—as their Golden Goose. She talks about her inspiring fight to gain the freedom to transform her life and that of millions in the United States, why she loves America so deeply, and so much more. This is a very special episode, with a special surprise at the end. Find Show Notes here. Find podcast of the radio show below or subscribe to the podcast here and never miss a show!

In this episode, Host Ric Brutocao talks with Mentor Guest Scott Schimmel, founder of The You School, an entity that has helped thousands write their own life story, follow their dreams and passions to achievement.  Some examples of the company’s success include helping veterans transition into civilian life; uncovering the true passion of college graduates and of many others who found themselves frustrated with a job or career that “didn’t fit,” and even helping high-achieving athletes transition into other careers where they also excelled.  Scott calls this “writing your own story.” In this episode, you’ll learn about The You School. You’ll also learn Scott’s Top Tips for living a life of fulfillment, purpose and meaning. Listen to episode below. Find Show Notes here. Or, don’t miss an episode and subscribe – FREE – to The Mentors Radio podcast here.

Top McDonalds franchise owner and author of “Invest Yourself,” John Abbate, talks with The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie to give us a peek behind successfully owning and managing more than 20 McDonalds franchises. Known for creating a cutting-edge employee development program that helps employees gain the skills and education needed to reach their potential in life—not just work, but life—Abbate delivers a wealth of mentoring wisdom. Find Show Notes here. Listen to podcast below, or don’t miss an episode and subscribe (free) to The Mentors Radio podcast (on any device) here.

The Mentors Radio Show Host Ric Brutocao interviews noted author, Board Chair of one of the largest healthcare organizations in the world, CHI Health Services — now Common Spirit Health, and a former JP Morgan director, on the unassuming yet life-transforming principles laid out—in bite-sized, easy-to-understand and easy-to-implement mini-chapters—in his latest, best-selling and small book, Make Today Matter. Engaging and fast-paced, this episode models how small, simple steps and refreshed daily habits — one at a time — can literally transform your life and business in ways you could never imagine! Find Show Notes here. Listen to episode below. Be sure not to miss this — or any episode — by subscribing (FREE) to the Podcast here (on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn and every other possible platform) .