Career Bites

Companies are led and operated by humans - fallible, biased humans from all walks of life. And it is up to a company’s human resources (HR) department, to make sure these people are not only following the rules, but also protected from the poor decisions of their coworkers. This can sometimes make them unpopular. But that hasn’t stopped HR expert Suzanne Lucas from helping other HR administrators excel in their field. What is the best way to learn about HR? What makes HR rewarding? And should you be worried if HR attends one of your meetings?

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

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In this cut-throat job market, having an effective resume is key to catching a recruiter’s eye. In this bonus episode, HR expert Suzanne Lucas gives her insider knowledge on what makes a good resume - and what will certainly get your resume tossed in the bin.

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

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The phrase “blood is thicker than water” certainly holds true for Thomas Kim, a captain in the United States Army stationed in Virginia. As you’ll hear in the episode, there’s nothing like shared trauma to create a life-long bond with another human being. So I asked Thomas why he chose army life and what it’s really like to serve in the military. What type of personality makes you a successful soldier? Does the army really make you move every few years? And are Hollywood portrayals of the army in any way accurate?

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

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Bryan Norton is a real tough guy - he was once an Army Ranger, a SWAT team member, and a police sergeant. But he says that his best asset on the job was his mind. Police work is not as it seems, so I asked Bryan what it’s really like. How do officers deal with the trauma they experience? What is it like to train at the police academy? And should young people really consider careers in law enforcement?

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

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When it comes to choosing a career, sometimes it’s best to look beyond your interests. This led therapist Mallory Douge to a profession she not only loves, but at which she excels. Mallory Douge is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) at a community center in Washington State. What does a mental health counselor do every day? What personality traits make you successful in this field? And how do you cope with listening to others’ trauma on a daily basis?

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

Episode originally aired on 06/28/2021

Dr. Marcus Dela Cruz is a small animal veterinarian in California who loves his job. So much so, that he shares his passion and expertise on social media as The Friendly Vet. What do you do when a counselor advises you against your goals? What does a vet think about after work hours? How do you avoid burnout from school or work?

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

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Episode originally aired on 06/21/2021

Lily Bullock is a project manager for the multinational healthcare solutions company Phillips. She has achieved everything she has set her mind to, from business case competitions in college, to creating life-improving technologies at Phillips, to her own personal business endeavors. What do project managers do every day? Is an MBA degree worth it? And what’s the one question Lily wants you to ask at your next job interview?

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

Episode originally aired on 06/14/2021

Dale Cox was a food scientist for over 20 years, working for major companies like Nabisco, Kellogg’s and Post. Now, he shares his food science knowledge through his own line of educational resources. Rachael and Dale talk about finding a career that blends passion with practicality, how he was talked out of going to medical school, and his role in the development - and eventual reintroduction - of Oreo O’s cereal.

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

Episode originally aired on 06/07/2021

Laura Fleming is an actress and TV presenter from the UK, and an amazing example of grit. She shares with Rachael the hard work that happens before landing a role, how she deals with imposter syndrome, and her tangential career touring as a member of a three-part-harmony singing group.

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* What is a major misconception about what you do for a living and what is your clever solution for addressing the misconception with those you meet?

* What’s your go-to story about your work? It could be a proud moment for you, a sad or thoughtful experience, or anything in between.

Episode originally aired on 05/31/2021

Rachael is joined by Caleb Hatch, an attorney in Washington State working for a law firm specializing in intellectual property and commercial litigation. Caleb shares how a poster gave him the push he needed to pick a career, the breadth of intellectual property cases, and tips for getting through law school.

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Episode originally aired on 05/26/2021