So Called Podcast

What do you call it when you leave your dream job after just two years? An adventure, according to Lance Davisson, Owner and Principal Consultant at the Keystone Concept. Lance landed what he thought was his dream job right out of college, working for the Washington Department of Natural Resources. Not long after he started, however, life intervened and his career journey began.

Through the Keystone Concept, Lance seeks out projects that make a lasting impact on an organization, community, and the environment. As an urban and natural resources consultant, Lance enjoys developing relationships with partners to build, grow and evolve organizations.

One example is the Treasure Valley Canopy Network, one of the Keystone Concept's first projects that started a decade ago. Today the Treasure Valley Canopy Network is a stand-alone 501(c)(3) organization and continues to grow partnerships and programs, including stormwater work and an urban heat map that informs the City of Boise’s climate action. One of its latest projects is the City of Trees Challenge, which seeks to grow one tree for every household in Boise and one forest seedling for every Idaho resident.

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We're at the end of season 3, and it’s time to take a look back. I ask my guests, “What advice would you give to your younger self?” not to ask what they would change, but to understand what they’ve learned along the way. The final episode of season 3 compiles my guests’ answers to that question. I hope you find their advice both inspiring and motivating as you pursue your own career. And if you have advice for your younger self, please share it with someone you care about.

Find full episodes from seasons 3 and all past seasons in our archive at www.socalledpodcast.com and wherever you get your podcasts.

What’s next? None of us knows what’s going to happen, and life requires constant learning and adaptation, says Linda Olson, Motivational Speaker, Author, and Triple Amputee. Rather than being bothered by this uncertainty, we can prepare for change and then accept, adapt and innovate when it happens.

Linda knows about adapting to change. When she and her husband, Dave, were vacationing in Germany, a train hit their vehicle, leaving Linda a triple amputee. Determined not to be a victim, Linda was motivated to maintain her independence and to be of service as a doctor.

Following a 30-year career as a radiologist, Linda has now written a memoir, Gone: A Memoir of Love, Body, and Taking Back My Life, which will be published this October. The key themes in her story are resilience, hope, and taking control. At the heart of her memoir is a love story between Linda and Dave, and their enduring commitment to each other.

Episode links and resources:

• Gone: A Memoir of Love, Body, and Taking Back My Life (Amazon Preorder)
• Connect with Linda on Facebook
• Connect with Linda on Instagram
• Linda's web site: lindakolson.com

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What are you afraid of? Fear is a liar, here only to cause more fear, says Gary Buckmann, Coach Author, and Inspirational Speaker. Awareness of this fact can help you overcome and eliminate fear.

Overcoming adversity is something Gary knows about first hand. As a competitive gymnast in college, a catastrophic injury left Gary paralyzed. He fought his way back to compete again, and this experience shaped his approach to coaching. His philosophy focuses on learning the basics to build the knowledge you need to adjust to any situation and move toward your goal.

After 45 years in gymnastics, Gary is taking his coaching in a new direction as an author and inspirational speaker. For information about Gary’s book release date and speaking engagements, see his website.

Episode links and resources:

• www.GaryBuckmann.com

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What are you waiting for? Push aside self-doubt, go forward, and believe in what you are delivering, advises Evanann Whitaker, Marketing Manager at Red Aspen. As the company has grown, Evanann has grown in her role, where she now feels empowered and confident in owning the solutions she brings to the table.

Evanann enjoys the excitement of working in a startup, which includes everything from developing marketing strategies to taking out the trash. She appreciates Red Aspen’s strong leadership team for its engagement in her career interests.

Before working full-time at Red Aspen, Evanann began as an intern, a role she likens to having a taste before committing to the full meal. She worked in several internships over the years, and each offered skills, learning, and insights that she now applies to her current role.

Episode links and resources:

• Red Aspen

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What’s the common thread? Caitlin Copple Masingill, Founder and President at Full Swing Public Relations, is driven by a passion for justice and to make the world a better place, which led to her work in journalism, elected office, and as an entrepreneur. The common thread throughout Caitlin’s career is her personal mission to elevate women’s leadership in the world.

Caitlin's growing firm helps women leaders shape and share their stories, and she is launching Electable, an online community to help more women be elected to public office. Stay tuned for official launch information by following Caitlin on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Episode links and resources:

• Full Swing Public Relations
• Electable (Facebook announcement)
• Boise Women Who Get Shit Done (Instagram)

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What’s your story? Rebecca De León, Marketing Professional, Entrepreneur, and Podcaster, is interested in telling the stories that aren’t being told.

As a journalist, Rebecca loved storytelling but was aware of the many voices unheard in the news media. Recognizing an opportunity, she launched her public relations firm to advocate for the underrepresented. In that same vein, her podcast, The Latino Card, elevates the voices of Idaho's largest ethnic minority.

Rebecca attributes her success to the many mentors she’s had along the way. Now a mentor herself, Rebecca points out that you can't be what you can't see, emphasizing how important it is that everyone has access to mentorship.

Episode links and resources:

• Lion Heart Consulting
• The Latino Card Podcast

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What’s at the top of that peak you’re climbing? Most often, it's more rock to scale, so you need to know why you’re doing it in the first place, says Luke Malek, lawyer and co-owner of Smith + Malek. The “why” for Luke and his firm is to change the world for the better through the practice of law.

In his practice, Luke focuses on health care governance and compliance. His first professional job was in public relations for a health clinic, and he worked on health care policy as a member of Idaho’s legislature, which sparked his interest in law school. After completing law school, Luke maintained his connection with the clinic, which is now a client.

Luke’s career advice is to get in touch with why you do what you do - knowing that answer for yourself will be your compass in difficult times.

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How are you strong? Looking inward to assess your strengths and using them to engage deeply with your organization will make you indispensable, says Ali Rabe, Executive Director at Jesse Tree and State Senate Candidate for District 17 on the Boise Bench.

Ali's strengths have guided the evolution of her career, during which she has advocated for human rights in several roles. Ali's also a firm believer in a housing-first approach, which is beneficial for those who need a place to live, and a policy that makes financial sense for the community.

Since we spoke, Ali won her primary race and will be on the ballot this November for the District 17 State Senate seat. Find out more about her career and what she hopes to accomplish in the Senate on this episode of the So Called Podcast.

Episode links and resources:

• Jesse Tree of Idaho
• Ali for State Senate District 17

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Where do you see yourself in five years? Monica Pierce, Corporate Go-Getter and Freelance Writer, says a better question is “what kinds of opportunities are you setting up for yourself?” Answering that question led Monica to start her career as a writer even as she was working in the corporate world. This experience inspired her to write Leaning Out: An Alternative Perspective for the Modern Corporate Woman, which explores how to honestly evaluate your priorities and relieve the pressure of “having it all.”

Monica’s work experience spans different roles and industries, and a connecting thread throughout her career has been finding fulfillment through helping others. She notes that identifying what you devote your life to - your immortality project - may or may not be your job and is an ongoing process throughout the seasons of one’s life.

Episode links and resources:

• Buy Leaning Out on Amazon
• Monica's Website
• Follow on Instagram
• Follow on Facebook

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