Summary: In Episode 11, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Robbie shares how a snowboarding accident led him to a coding bootcamp and into a career in technology.

Main Points:

1. Robbie explains why he decided to move on from a traditional degree program. (09:58)
2. Robbie walks through the details of a coding bootcamp. (13:08)
3. Robbie explains how he started a freelance web development business and what it takes to manage it. (22:47)
4. Robbie answers whether or not he regrets not finishing his college degree. (29:01) 

Bio: Robbie Chastain is an IT specialist and freelance web developer. After a snowboarding accident during college, he returned home and enrolled in a coding bootcamp. Robbie leveraged the skills he learned in his bootcamp into a career in IT and a successful freelance web development side hustle.

Links: Reach out to Robbie at [email protected] 

Learn more about Robbie at www.robbiechastain.com

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Summary: In Episode 10, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Shane Reid explains how he made a mid-career pivot to pursue his dream of being a college professor.

Main Points:

1. Shane shares how he started his career in consulting. (11:00)
2. Shane explains why he decided to go back to school to pursue a Ph.D. (23:30)
3. Shane describes what it is like to be a college professor. (32:39) 

Bio: Shane Reid is a professor of entrepreneurship at Louisiana State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma. Prior to pursuing his Ph.D., Shane was a consultant for 5 years. Shane received his Master’s degree in Human Resources Development and Bachelor’s degree in Business Management.

Links: Connect with Shane on LinkedIn.

Learn more about Shane at https://www.lsu.edu/business/sei/profile-viewer.php?un=swreid 

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Summary: In Episode 9, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Ken walks through his new book From Paycheck To Purpose and explains the importance of Getting Clear and Connecting while pursuing your dream job.

Main Points:

1. Ken explains why he wrote his new book From Paycheck To Purpose and why it applies to college students. (10:14)
2. Ken describes how Clarity can help us answer the question, "What do I want to do with my life?". (17:33)
3. Ken defines the difference between Connecting and Networking. (24:21) 

Bio: Ken Coleman is America’s Career Coach, the nationally syndicated radio host of The Ken Coleman Show and No. 1 bestselling author. He has been featured in Forbes, appeared on Fox News, Fox Business Network, and the Rachael Ray Show. Since 2014, he has served at Ramsey Solutions, where he offers expert advice to help thousands of people every day discover what they were meant to do and how to land their dream job. Follow Ken on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube or at kencoleman.com.

Links: 

Follow Ken on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube or at kencoleman.com.

Get your copy of From Paycheck To Purpose at kencoleman.com/purpose

Take the get Clear Career Assessment HERE 

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Summary: In Episode 8, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Natalie explains how she became the Student Body President of Texas A&M University, and what the day-to-day life of a Student Body President looks like.

Main Points:

1. Natalie explains how she became involved with student government. (15:09)
2. Natalie describes how she ran her Student Body President campaign using the power of social media. (24:00)
3. Natalie details what the responsibilities of the Student Body President are, and what a day in the life of the SBP looks like. (29:00)
4. Natalie shares her advice for anyone considering getting involved with student government on their campus. (39:23) 

Bio: Natalie Parks is a senior Communications student and Student Body President of Texas A&M University.  Natalie has developed her social media skills through internships, student government positions, and her Student Body President campaign. Natalie is looking forward to a career in social media. Reach out to Natalie at [email protected].

Links:
Reach out to Natalie at [email protected]

Follow Natalie on Instagram @natalie.parks

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Summary: In Episode 7, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Matthew details his journey into a freelance creative career, and outlines how he has found freedom in freelancing.

Main Points:

1. Matthew describes his experience working for a major brand with a massive social media following. (10:09)
2. Matthew explains how he started his freelancing career. (19:10)
3. Matthew provides his advice for anyone considering a career in freelancing. (32:38) 

Bio: Matthew McBrayer is a freelance photographer and videographer in Waco, Texas. He graduated from Baylor University with a degree in Film/Digital Media & Communications. Matthew started his freelance career directly after graduation. Learn more about Matthew at his website below. Reach out to Matthew via email at [email protected].

Links:

Learn more about Matthew at matthewmcbrayer.co

Learn more about Wilder Film Co at wilderfilmco.com

Follow Matthew on Instagram: @matthewwmcb

Follow Wilder Film Co on Instagram: @wilderfilmco

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Summary: In Episode 6, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Andy Horgan explains why he treats his degree programs like full-time jobs, how uniquely valuable the academic setting can be, and how important it is to build relationships and invest in your future. 

Main Points:

1. Andy describes why he chose to pursue advanced degrees in his field of study, horticulture. (06:55)
2. Andy explains his approach to treating his graduate studies as a full-time job. (17:42)
3. Andy shares the various unique opportunities you are provided as a student that you cannot get outside of the academic setting. (28:10)

Bio: Andy Horgan is a Ph.D. student in the Horticulture department at Texas A&M University. Andy's research focus is on genomics and gene editing in horticultural crops. You can learn more about and reach out to Andy via LinkedIn.

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Summary: In Episode 5, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Ben Debayle describes how to pursue a purpose-driven vocation and outlines the 3 commitments we need to take to play the long game in our careers.

Main Points:

1. Ben explains why he followed his skill set rather than a paycheck. (03:36)
2. Ben helps us understand the importance of finding purpose and meaning in the work we do. (11:30)
3. Ben recommends 3 commitments for playing the long game in your career. (20:46)

Bio: Ben Debayle is the Director of Operations at Surge. Ben pursues opportunities that enable him to use his skills and make his work more fulfilling and purposeful. Ben believes it is important to have patience and play the long game as we develop in our careers. Learn more about Ben at his website HERE.

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Ben's Website: bendebayle.com

Instagram: @BenDebayle 

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Summary: In Episode 4, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Hannah Barnes walks us through her personal journey to becoming a counselor and the importance of health & wellness.

Main Points:

1. Hannah details what led her to a career in counseling. (05:24)
2. Hannah explains the importance of networking and mentors. (09:47)
3. Hannah describes the benefits of health and wellness coaching and helping people understand their “Why”. (20:58) 

Bio: Hannah Barnes has a degree in English Literature from Baylor University and is currently pursuing a Master’s of Clinical Counseling at the University of Houston. Hannah is a certified health and wellness coach, a certified Birkman Consultant, and a pilates instructor. The best way to reach out to Hannah is via her personal website.

Book your free 20 min Discovery Call with Hannah HERE!

Links: 

Hannah Barnes Wellness: hannahbarneswellness.com

Follow Hannah on Instagram: @hannahbarneswellness

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Summary: In Episode 3, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Jack Bobo guides us through the grad school process, and what it takes to earn an advanced degree in a scientific field.

Main Points:

1. Jack walks us through his passion for school and his focus on wine grapes. (11:43)
2. Jack breaks down the research and writing required in an advanced degree program. (17:05)
3. Jack provides advice to anyone considering a graduate program in a scientific field or grad school in general. (35:00)

Bio: Jack Bobo is a Master’s candidate at the University of Georgia where he studies viticulture. Jack graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Horticulture and a certificate in viticulture and winemaking. Jack is currently finishing his Master’s thesis as he seeks out Ph.D. opportunities. Reach out to Jack via LinkedIn.

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Summary: In Episode 2, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Andrew Jacobs walks us through how he landed his dream job with the Houston Texans directly out of school, and how he ultimately decided to make the transition to law school.

Main Points:

1. Andrew breaks down how to land a job on the business side of professional sports. (Timestamp 11:05)
2. Andrew gives us a sneak peek of what it is like working for a professional sports team. (Timestamp 13:04)
3. Andrew provides guidance on applying for law school and building a specific skill set. (Timestamp 21:02)

Bio: Andrew Jacobs is a 2nd-year law student at the University of Houston. Andrew graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Organizational Change. After graduation, Andrew began his career in the corporate development department with the Houston Texans.  Reach out to Andrew via LinkedIn.

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