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Life as a Registered Nurse & Non-Profit Leader

Get an inside look into the life of Katrina Stephenson, a Registered Nurse and CEO of Nurse 2 Nurse Peer Support, a Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting nurses' mental health.

With 19 years in harm reduction and caring for those with concurrent disorders, Katrina offers a wealth of knowledge.

👩‍⚕️ Mental Health Advocacy: Katrina's experiences in compassionately caring for patients and her own work-related stress led her to create an organization helping nurses manage their mental health.

🤝 Collaborative Efforts: Works with government bodies, insurance agencies, employers, regulatory bodies, unions, and peers to create psychologically safe workplaces.

💡 Purpose Driven: Dedicated towards reducing stigma and discrimination in mental health and substance use care.

Discover the realities, rewards, and future of this impactful profession.

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Life as a Critical Care Paramedic

Get an inside look into the life of Jonathan Lee, a Critical Care Paramedic on the Special Operations Team at Ornge in Toronto, Canada.

With extensive experience in 911, critical care, aeromedical, and pediatric critical care transport, Jonathan offers a wealth of knowledge.

👨‍⚕️ Practitioner & Educator: Jonathan teaches at Georgian College and runs KinderMedic, a program enhancing emergency care for children.

🌍 Respected Voice: Internationally recognized speaker and columnist for EMS1.com.

🎓 Purpose Driven: Jonathan is pursuing a Master of Science in Critical Care from Cardiff University.

Discover the realities, rewards, and future of this vital profession.

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Life as an Iconic Sports Agent

Are you passionate about sports and business? A career as a sports agent might be your perfect match!

Get an insider's view on life as a sports agent with super agent Leigh Steinberg, renowned entrepreneur, best-selling author, and CEO of Leigh Steinberg Sports and Entertainment. 

Known as the inspiration for "Jerry Maguire," Leigh has represented top athletes across major sports, securing over $4 billion in contracts.

In 2020, he helped NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes secure the highest sports contract in North American history!

Discover what it takes to thrive in the sports industry, learn from Leigh’s career path, and get insights on building a successful career in this space.

This episode is a must-listen for aspiring sports agents!

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Life as a Communications Expert

Interested in a career in journalism?

Listen in as Charlotte Kan, a communications and journalism expert with over 20 years of experience in the field breaks down her successful career.

In this interview, Charlotte shares insights on what it takes to excel and also gives clear guidance on helpful communications strategies.

Further, you'll learn about her journey working with top media organizations like Bloomberg TV and Reuters, coaching executives, and moderating high-profile events.

Tune in for valuable career advice and inspiration from a seasoned journalism professional. Tune in for it all!

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Life as a Financial Planner 

Discover what the work of a financial planner is truly about. You'll hear all about the the ins and outs of the work including hidden insights on the profession.

Not only that, listeners of this special episode will be treated to post-secondary financial planning advice covering broad saving options, borrowing strategies, personal budgeting and other relevant issues for students looking to prepare for that next stage of life.

It all comes by way of a chat with Joe Curry, Senior Financial Planner & owner of Matthews + Associates.

Joe is a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Exit Planning Advisor who also co-hosts Canada’s fastest-growing retirement planning podcast, Your Retirement Planning Simplified, where he provides in-depth and accessible financial guidance.

To learn more about Joe and his work, be sure to check out the following links:

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Life as a Sales Strategy Expert 

Curious about a career in sales strategy? Join Simon Severino, LinkedIn Top Voice on sales leadership, as he shares insights on B2B sales success. 

Find out what this line of work is all about!

Learn about his Strategy Sprints Method, tips for creating buyer-centric conversations, and Simon's journey into the world of sales.

Discover the future of sales work and get expert advice on sales strategy, coaching, and leveraging technology. 

Simon, an author, TEDx speaker, and Forbes contributor, offers valuable perspectives for anyone looking to thrive in sales. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a true sales strategy expert. 

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Life as a Head of Sustainability 

Interested in a career related to sustainability and ESG?

You won't want to miss this conversation with Stephanie McLarty!

She is the Head of Sustainability at Quantum Lifecycle Partners and leads the sustainability strategy for Canada's largest electronics reuse and recycling company.

Discover her unique journey from founding REfficient Inc., a Certified B Corp, to driving Quantum's ESG initiatives.

In this conversation, Stephanie shares valuable insights on sustainability in business. Her insights on what it takes to succeed within this professional space are particularly valuable.

Plus, Stephanie breaks down what she believes to be effective ways to evaluate professional or entrepreneurial opportunities.

All up, this conversation covers a lot of ground and anyone with an interest or leaning towards ESG career exploration will glean a lot from it.

To learn more about Stephanie and her work, be sure to check out the following links:

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Life as a F1 Broadcast Journalist

Will Buxton is one of the most popular and highly regarded broadcast journalists in modern day motorsport.

With nearly 20 years of experience, Will is a familiar face in motorsport broadcasting, known for his roles in F1, IndyCar, and more. You would also recognize him for his recurring narration role in the Netflix hit “Drive to Survive.”

Join us for an exclusive career interview with him covering his role as F1's first Digital Presenter and how he made his way there.

*Step in the life of Will as he breaks down the lead up to an actual F1 race weekend!

*Hear engaging stories about the likes of Ayrton Senna, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and others!

*Find out what it takes to thrive within the world of F1 sports journalism!

This conversation is perfect for anyone with an interest in F1, Will Buxton or those seeking career advice and inspirational insights on career pathways into sports journalism. Tune in for it all!

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Life as a Public Relations Guru

If you have any interest in a career within PR, you won't want to miss this invaluable opportunity to glean insights and career advice from a true master of the public relations industry.

Meet Eric Yaverbaum. He is the CEO of Ericho Communications, and in this episode he shares insights from his 43-year career as a public relations guru in this illuminating interview.

As a bestselling author of industry-standard books like "Public Relations for Dummies," Eric's expertise has guided top brands like Sony, IKEA, and H&M and countless others.

As a regular TV pundit and featured expert in Forbes, The New York Times and other major publications, Eric's advice resonates globally.

Join us to uncover career strategies, learn from Eric's PR approaches, and gain inspiration for navigating the dynamic world of public relations.

To learn more about Eric and his work, be sure to check out the following links:

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Life as an EdTech Startup Founder

Join Christopher Schoenwald as he highlights his podcast conversation with Ryan Palmbaum, CEO and Founder of Dabbl Discovery.

Ryan is part of an EdTech revolution with an aim at reinvigorating career education through his innovative app blending TikTok's engagement and Masterclass's quality and access to top career professionals and entrepreneurs.

Formerly a world-traveled professional soccer player, Ryan's diverse experiences have shaped Dabbl's vision.

His offering prioritizes accessibility, offering bite-sized videos by industry experts to democratize learning.

Listeners will gain insights into the life of an EdTech founder, startup success, and the journey of bringing an idea to market fruition.

Ryan's story will inspire those navigating career choices or pursuing entrepreneurial dreams.

To learn more about Ryan and his work, be sure to check out the following links:

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