In our very first episode of It’s A Career Thing, the career center sits down with Lolin Martin-Crane, Director of the UTA Career Development Center and longtime advocate for student success. Together, they dive into the heart of career readiness and what it truly means, why it’s more than a checklist, and how students can cultivate the mindset, skills, and confidence needed in today’s evolving workforce.

Through personal stories, practical advice, and real talk, Lolin explains her own journey from college to career and shows students that readiness isn’t about perfection. It’s about preparation, curiosity, and self-belief. This is the episode to start your own career journey strong.