Choppin' It Up

By Will Jenkins

Welcome to "Choppin' It Up", a podcast powered by Journey! Join our host, Journey's CEO & Founder, Will Jenkins, as we chop it up with industry experts, leaders and friends. Will covers topics fro... more

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The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.

Choppin' It Up episodes:

April 11, 2024The Women of Journey, Women's History Month Edition
SUMMARY:
Join the women of Journey for this special edition of Chopping It Up!
Erin Sweeney, Maya Quijada, Nicki Childers and Morgan MacDermaid discuss their career journeys as women in & out of the transportation industry in honor of Women's History Month. They share their experiences of being the only woman in the room, facing stereotypes and objectification, and the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry. They also talk about the importance of female leaders who have supported and empowered them, the need for transparency and allyship, and the triumphs they have achieved in their careers. The team emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself, taking risks, and creating opportunities for others.

TAKEAWAYS
Being a woman in a male-dominated industry can be challenging, with experiences of being the only woman in the room and facing stereotypes and objectification.
Having female leaders who support and empower women is crucial for success and growth in the industry.
Transparency and allyship are important in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Triumphs in one's career can come from taking risks, being true to oneself, and creating opportunities for others.
It is important to challenge stereotypes, stand up for oneself, and demand equal treatment and respect in the workplace.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Team Introductions
09:04 Setting Boundaries and Challenging Stereotypes
29:26 Triumphs in Career and Taking Risks
36:09 Being True to Yourself and Creating Opportunities
EPISODE CREDITS:
Host, Will Jenkins
Creative Director, Erin Sweeney
Edited and mixed by Keenan McCarthy
Music licensed through Envato

LINKS:
Be sure to follow and tag @JourneyDelivers on LinkedIn and Instagram!
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41min
March 21, 2024Liz Wayne, Building a Successful Brokerage with Resilience & Adaptability
SUMMARY:
In this episode of Chopping It Up, Will Jenkins interviews Liz Wayne, Founder & CEO of Able Transport Solutions. Liz shares her career journey in the logistics industry, starting from her early days as a receptionist at a trucking company to eventually starting her own brokerage. She discusses the challenges and successes she faced along the way, including building a sales team and navigating organizational changes. Liz also highlights her involvement in the Women in Logistics Committee and upcoming events in the industry.
TAKEAWAYS:
Starting a career in logistics can happen by chance and lead to unexpected opportunities.
Building a successful business requires resilience, adaptability, and the ability to delegate.
Authenticity and core values are important in building a strong team and company culture.
Taking risks and not waiting for perfection are key to personal and professional growth.
Involvement in industry organizations and events can provide valuable networking and learning opportunities.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:02 Starting in Logistics
08:13 Joining a Startup
13:44 Starting Able Transport Solutions
21:25 Challenges and Lessons Learned
26:38 Organizational Changes
29:34 Growth and Team Expansion
31:57 Advice for Young Professionals
33:47 Favorite Book and Women in Logistics
35:38 Upcoming Events and Contact Information
EPISODE CREDITS:
Host, Will Jenkins
Creative Director, Erin Sweeney
Edited and mixed by Keenan McCarthy
Music licensed through Envato

LINKS:
Be sure to follow and tag @JourneyDelivers on LinkedIn and Instagram!
...more
37min
February 29, 2024Germaine Harris & Walter Hughes, Black History Month Edition
SUMMARY:
In this special of Choppin' It Up, Journey celebrates Black History Month. Will is joined by guests, Germaine Harris of BMO Private Wealth Management and Walter Hughes of Transform VC. The group discusses their career backgrounds, challenges in corporate settings, and the importance of representation. They emphasize collaboration, wealth building, and sponsorship within the black community. Topics include social media visibility, navigating private wealth spaces, and mentorship for career advancement. The conversation highlights the power of knowledge-sharing, community support, and self-empowerment for black professionals, offering advice for future generations.

TAKEAWAYS:
Representation on social media is important for black professionals to celebrate their success and inspire others.
Sponsorship is crucial for black professionals to advance in their careers and gain access to opportunities.
Sharing knowledge and helping others is a powerful way to create change and support the success of black individuals.
Education and self-advocacy are key for young black professionals to thrive in their careers.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Career Backgrounds
03:06 Impact and Representation in Corporate Settings
09:07 The Importance of Black History Month and Personal Influences
13:18 Navigating the Game and Creating Opportunities
22:19 The Importance of Representation on Social Media
23:16 Creating a Community of Successful Black Men
24:15 Challenges in the Private Wealth Space
25:43 The Importance of Sponsorship
26:43 The Difference Between Sponsorship and Mentorship
28:11 The Power of Sharing Knowledge and Helping Others
29:36 The Role of Tight-Knit Communities in Advancement
30:36 Advocating for Yourself and Focusing on Impact
32:05 Advice for Young Black Professionals
39:55 Legacy and Impact as Black Leaders
EPISODE CREDITS:
Host, Will Jenkins
Creative Director, Erin Sweeney
Edited and mixed by Keenan McCarthy
Music licensed through Envato

LINKS:
Be sure to follow and tag @JourneyDelivers on LinkedIn and Instagram!
...more
45min
February 22, 2024Adrian Dodds, A Career In Sales & Transportation
SUMMARY:
On this episode, Adrian Dodds shares his career journey in the supply chain industry. He discusses leaving Coyote for a new opportunity and the lessons he learned. Adrian emphasizes the importance of culture and leadership access, highlighting the value of working at Arrive Logistics. He also talks about his approach to sales and sales management, focusing on building confidence and making customers look good. Adrian shares his experience working at Amazon Freight and navigating a large corporate culture. Stay tuned until the end to hear his favorite books!
TAKEAWAYS:
The grass isn't always greener on the other side. It's important to consider the culture and leadership access when making career decisions.
Learning from a poorly run organization can provide valuable insights into what a good organization should be.
Building confidence and making customers look good are key aspects of successful sales and sales management.
Giving credit to the team and fostering their success is crucial for building a strong and motivated workforce.
Navigating a large corporate culture requires adaptability and learning how to sell through objections and resistance.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Leaving Coyote for a New Opportunity
34:45 Learning from a Poorly Run Organization
35:36 Realizing the Importance of Culture and Leadership Access
36:10 Gaining Perspective and Learning from Mistakes
36:53 Connecting with Carrie Wainwright and Joining Arrive Logistics
38:19 Experiencing the Coyote Feel at Arrive Logistics
39:00 Contributing to Arrive's Growth and Success
40:10 Carving Out a Niche in Sales and Sales Management
41:12 Balancing Sales and Management Skills
43:14 Building Confidence and Making Customers Look Good
44:06 Giving Credit to the Team and Fostering Success
45:01 Working at Amazon Freight and Navigating a Large Corporate Culture
46:03 Selling to Various Types of Customers at Amazon Freight
47:18 Overcoming Objections and Selling Through Resistance
48:12 Favorite Books: Can't Hurt Me, Michael Crichton, To Sell Is Human
EPISODE CREDITS:
Host, Will Jenkins
Creative Director, Erin Sweeney
Edited and mixed by Keenan McCarthy
Music licensed through Envato

LINKS:
Be sure to follow and tag @JourneyDelivers on LinkedIn and Instagram!
...more
50min
February 08, 2024Kevin Miles, Tackling The Complex Pricing Problem
SUMMARY:
Kevin Miles, co-founder and CEO of Eureka BI, shares his journey in the logistics industry and the development of his company. He discusses his background, education, and early experiences working at UPS and a retail grocery chain. Kevin explains the pain points in the bidding process for brokers and how Eureka BI aims to solve them. He highlights the importance of customer feedback and collaboration in product development. Kevin also emphasizes the significance of sales skills and personal development for entrepreneurs. He shares his future ambitions and recommends the book 'Challenger Sale' for understanding customer needs and positioning products effectively. In this episode, Will Jenkins interviews Kevin Myles, co-founder and CEO of Eureka BI, about the importance of data analytics in driving business growth. They discuss the challenges of implementing data analytics, the role of data analytics in decision making, and how to become a strategic advisor to clients.

TAKEAWAYS:
Data analytics is crucial for businesses to gain insights and make informed decisions.
Implementing data analytics can be challenging due to data quality issues, lack of expertise, and resistance to change.
Data analytics should be integrated into the decision-making process to drive business growth.
To become a strategic advisor, data analysts need to provide valuable insights and position themselves as trusted advisors.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:00 Early Experiences and Education
06:38 Working in the Logistics Industry
10:18 Starting Eureka BI
19:45 Challenges in Product Development
22:56 Building the Eureka BI Team
27:02 Customer Feedback and Product Improvement
29:39 Upcoming Product Release
32:51 Personal Development and Sales Skills
35:59 Future Ambitions
36:48 Favorite Book
05:12 The Importance of Data Analytics
15:40 Challenges in Implementing Data Analytics
25:18 The Role of Data Analytics in Decision Making
37:58 Becoming a Strategic Advisor
EPISODE CREDITS:
Host, Will Jenkins
Creative Director, Erin Sweeney
Edited and mixed by Keenan McCarthy
Music licensed through Envato

LINKS:
Be sure to follow and tag @JourneyDelivers on LinkedIn and Instagram!
...more
40min

FAQs about Choppin' It Up:

How many episodes does Choppin' It Up have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.