Inside Jobs by Purple Koi

A former diver in the US Navy transitions into a complex and interesting career field.  Insider Ben Plucker spent 5 years as a diver in the US Navy working with bottlenose dolphins to locate underwater explosive devices. Following his time in the military, he spent nearly a decade in facility management before going back toContinue reading "29. Combine engineering and artistic creativity in industrial design."

Use analytical problem-solving skills to forge a successful career as an attorney.  Insider Justin has a varied background in the field of law – among other things, he has been a trial attorney, as well as general counsel for business owners helping them handle the legal aspects of owning and running a company.  Listen toContinue reading "28. Fit puzzle pieces together in the field of law."

The hours can be odd, but the work is often new and exciting in IT.  Insider Damon started his career in an IT support role and has progressed into his current position of Senior Information Technology Director for an engineering company thanks to the value he has placed on building relationships, as well as hisContinue reading "27. Drive positive impact in the always changing field of Information Technology."

Part detective, part analyst, part consultant – use a variety of skills in the internal audit field. Brian Gregory started his career as an external auditor for a public accounting firm and used hard work, attention to detail, and an ability to listen and relate to people to advance into his current role of SeniorContinue reading "26. Give clients peace of mind in internal audit"

Commitment, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit come together in the impactful field of financial services. Insider Mary discovered that working with people and providing solutions made a career as a financial services professional an ideal fit for her. Listen to or watch to hear more about what it takes to get a practice up and running,Continue reading "25. Build your own practice as a financial services professional."

If you love to compete and find intrigue in initiating conversations with people you don’t know, sales might be a fit!  Insider Brian Gallant was raised in an entrepreneurial environment and found a career in sales to be a natural extension of what he learned and observed growing up. Listen to or watch to findContinue reading "24. Commitment and passion drive sales success!"

Education can be a way to bring together a variety of interests to create a distinctive career path.    Insider Kent Allison took an interest in business, technology, engineering and education and combined them to put a unique spin on what most would consider to be a traditional profession as a teacher.  Watch, listen to,Continue reading "23. Take the traditional role of a teacher and make it unique."

The oil & gas industry does more than supply fuel for cars, much like a petroleum engineer does more than simply extract oil.  Based on his strength in the areas of math and science, Insider Alex took a recommendation to consider the field of engineering.  He found his niche in the petroleum industry and, duringContinue reading "22. A petroleum engineering executive drills into this volatile yet rewarding field."

Strong business acumen and exceptional relationship skills are critical in this sales career.  When Insider Andy Plucker started his career, he had zero interest in sales.  But eventually he found his way into insurance brokerage and discovered that exceptional communication, relationship building skills, and a genuine interest in helping prospective clients solve problems are cornerstonesContinue reading "21. Help make companies better as an insurance broker."

Collaborate with a team of medical professionals to improve quality of life for seriously ill patients in palliative care.  Insider Jill provides a glimpse into the sometimes intense, but normally rewarding life of a social worker.  Serving specifically in the area of palliative care, Jill has found gratification helping patients with serious illness experience aContinue reading "20. Compassion, patience, and active listening are hallmarks of social work."