OG INSPIRATION

Christina Rivera was born in Germany but grew up in the heart of New York City.  She was taught that after high school comes the world of work.  She has instilled a very disciplined work ethic from early on.  From very humble beginnings of working in a coffee shop to over 25 years working in corporate finance and account receivables, she is a perfect example of what can happen through perseverance. In addition, she now has her own show,  Savvy Business, (2019) to which she has now interviewed over 1000 businesses. This past March 2020, she published her first book, "HAVING IT MADE: A JOURNEY OF REDISCOVERY AND PURPOSE." She explains to us that sometimes faith and a dream are all we have to make it to our next level.

An 11 minute and 26-second interview with Lisa Davis: wonderful conservation with Dr. Odell Glenn. She interviews Dr. Odell Glenn regarding his book on caregiving.  She thinks caregivers don't get enough credit in society.  Dr. Glenn is in his 9th year of caregiving during this interview for both parents.  His book is discussed "Caregiving: The Inspirational Manual.  Caregiving is a 24 hour / 7day a week job.  

Lisa Davis relates to everything Dr. Glenn mentions. She has a brother and a friend who has done it and realizes that it's a HUGE job.

Dr. Glenn was working on his doctorate degree at the time while working as a full-time caregiver for not one, but two.  Tips are discussed throughout the book, including tips on "burn-out".

 Caregiving--a wonderful, fulfilling deed filled with lots of emotions each day. No two days are the same.  Dr. Glenn gives tips on inspiration towards caregiving. This interview goes into the everyday life of a full-time caregiver.

Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual written by Dr. Odell Glenn. A 29-minute interview with Ron and Carol who interview the author on how caregiving fell into his life.  Active prior to being a full-time caregiver and active while caregiving, he has learned how to integrate both worlds.  2007 - 2009 he was in a whirlwind of transition moving and relocating from state to state to make it best for him to complete his doctorate and be a full-time caregiver for over 10 years alone. Transitions from Connecticut, to New York, to California, to Oregon, and then to South Carolina.

December 2014 he was motivated to write a book to empower others.  He explains how he decided to write the book. Writing became meditative for him.  There was no "caregiving guide" for him and so he took it upon himself to better navigate the waters through faith to help others. 

A book was written to and for caregivers by Dr. Odell Glenn.  3 a.m in the morning, alone, with no help but from God above was and is not the easiest job to have for well over 10 years, but through God's grace, it got and is getting done. Aromatherapy and essential oils along with exercise are key. This interview gives tips on how to sustain the journey.

Donna interviews Dr. Odell Glenn on KMOJ for 27 minutes and 25 seconds on the "It's Your Health Radio Interview" segment. Donna was the baby sister and didn't do much caregiving but was a big support to her sister who took care of her mom who had dementia.  The sister had a full-time job, children of her own but did the work.  Donna has always looked up to caregivers.  She later became a full-time caregiver to her daughter as a single parent.  She learned how to say "yes" to help.

Donna interviews the author, Dr. Odell Glenn of his book entitled "Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual"  Dr. Glenn gives a synopsis of how he took on the role of a caregiver. He was in Hawaii at a conference when his sister passed away from a phone call from his dad.  Simulatenaouly his dad was experiencing memory loss.  Things obviously were forced to be put on hold directly after ministering at his sister's funeral.  Juggling all of these responsibilities at the same time was indeed a challenge.  It was not quite what he had in mind at that stage of his life but looking back 10 years now, it was worth it all.  A lot of praying and a lot of action took place. 

 It's a worthwhile journey but boundaries must be taken into account.  Reaching out to communities, local churches, counseling, and support groups to stay balanced is crucial.  Overall health is crucial to sustaining the journey. Starting a home-based business is a viable option for caregivers because there are times when you cannot work due to responsibilities inside a home.  Take risks and be creative. Workaround obstacles.  During this interview, he defends his Ph.D. the next week.

A 27minute and 38-second interview with Manning Kimmel. Dr. Odell Glenn is interviewed as the author of "Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual". He realizes Dr. Glenn has a full plate. At the time, Dr. Glenn will have defended his Ph.D. thesis.  Dr. Glenn's story is told as he explains how he worked in the industry of engineering and then went into teaching and started to pursue his doctorate when his dad came down with dementia at the time.  A decision was made that forced him to take on the role of full-time caregiving.  No-one knows the role of a caregiver until they have to actually do the daily job.  Dr. GLenn goes over each chapter of his book and gives the audience a synopsis. 

Caregiving is a challenge. There is joy in knowing that you are there for your loved ones but it also comes with a lot of emotions and challenges each day. An ordained minister, a Ph.D. candidate, and found the time to write a book.  A phenomenal trait.  However, the writing was therapeutic.  Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual offers hope, strength, and encouragement to those that are on such a journey.

Gary Dennis from WKTW Syracuse interviews Dr. Odell Glenn for 16 minutes and 20 seconds.  Dr. Odell Glenn is described as a community leader. He explains what he does and how he maintains.  Dr. Glenn explains how he got to be a full-time caregiver for 2 lovely parents.  Gary Dennis can relate to some of the things said about caregiving because of personal experience. 

Dr. Glenn explains how "chemical engineering" is a diverse and versatile degree.  He explains how he integrated caregiving into his life to complete the doctorate. He explains how "essential oils" play into his research dissertation.  Dr. Glenn is involved in supporting Alzheimer's disease research by supporting the association through walks and 5-K runs to ultimately find a cure.  There are indeed support systems out there.  One should seek and find them in their area. He is also a part of the "TOASTMASTERS CLUB" at "The Univesity of South Carolina". He explains how that club supports him as far as public speaking.  

A prayer is given to all caregivers at the end. Look Dr. Odell Glenn up on www.ogcaregiving.com and purchase the book.

One of the toughest jobs for which so many people are finding themselves in the field of caregiving.  More than 15 million people are taking care of those that are 65 years and older in the USA. Heidi Godman of WSRQ interviews Dr. Odell Glenn Glenn for 22 minutes and 10 seconds, who is a caregiver and author of "Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual". Heidi Godman is also a caregiver herself. Both of her parents have Parkinson's disease.

Unlike Heid Godman, Dr. Odell Glenn actually lives with the care recipients to which both have different degrees of dementia.  Amidst all of the ups and down, (income reduction, isolated socially, hard physical work),  Dr. Odell Glenn explains how he does all he does each day while caregiving for 2 parents by himself. It’s not easy but faith and hope give him strength each day.  Dr. Glenn, at the time of the interview, is on the verge of graduating with his Ph.D. in chemical engineering. The writing of the book was very meditative and therapeutic.  Prayer, Bible reading, scripture, community, jogging, walking were practices that helped him not burn out via all of the social, emotional, and physical problems that can develop. Create a balanced life to sustain and endure the long journey.  Big hugs to all full-time caregivers.

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Born in Brooklyn, New York, Odell Glenn Jr., Ph.D., (analogous to the city which never sleeps) remain on the move bringing with his creativity to community and maintaining consistent growth as his fundamental core value in life. He is described as a problem solver, team player, strategist, and motivator marked by academic inquiry. He is also an author, minister, and primary full-time caregiver. He brings his experience of leadership, skill, and knowledge to entrepreneurship. Through years of leadership, he has found himself a foundation, entitled "3 TIER FOUNDATION". The 3 TIER FOUNDATION looks to improve the community by providing preparation at reduced costs to properly prepare students for the S.A.T. examination, by providing workshops to small businesses, entrepreneurs, and home-based businesses, and by making respite care possible for full-time caregivers. www.3tierfoundation.com. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10

Data Science is at the forefront of the industry in the 21st century, as more and more companies and academic disciplines rely on data-driven research, decision making, and visualizations. As a program rooted in a four-college partnership, students who complete a major in data science will have the ability to apply theories and technologies to problems in domains across the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. Courses taken are machine learning, data analysis, statistics, data visualization, and most importantly the ethics surrounding the field of data science. Possible jobs for graduates of the undergraduate program include data science engineer, data analyst, research engineer, data science developer, among others.

The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus is at the forefront when it comes to this major.  This podcast interviews two students enrolled in the M.S. in Data Science at The University of North Carolina Charlotte Campus, namely, Mr. Khabiyrul Gainey and Ashley Finke. Khabiyrul Millah Gainey earned his B.S. in both accounting and finance and will graduate with a double Masters in accounting and data science and business analytics.  Ashley Finke earned her B.S. in Public Health and will soon graduate with a dual M.S. in Health Informatics and Analytics as well as a Master of Public Health.  Both Khabiyrul and Ashley provide the audience with diverse backgrounds and they explain how those backgrounds fit well within this diverse and ever-growing field.  They also give us a little about The University of North Carolina at its Charlotte campus.