The Career Evangelist

In this inspiring episode, Bola Alabi welcomes Jim Matuga, founder of InnerAction Media and host of Positively West Virginia, to discuss the art of followership — and why it’s the missing link in most leadership conversations.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• The true meaning of effective followership

• How great followers become great leaders

• Why teams thrive when followers take initiative

• How to grow your influence — even if you’re not “the boss”

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In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola sits down with Jim Matuga — entrepreneur, author, and host of Positively West Virginia — to explore the often-overlooked power of followership. Jim shares why being a great follower is just as essential as being a great leader, and how mastering followership can boost collaboration, trust, and professional success.

Whether you’re leading a team or contributing to one, this episode will help you see your role through a new lens — one that values humility, initiative, and teamwork as the foundation for leadership growth.

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola sits down with Gladys H. DeClouet, a pioneering executive who has led multi-billion-dollar businesses across the oil and restaurant industries.
From being the first female engineer in offshore oil exploration to holding senior executive roles at BP, Burger King, and Jack in the Box, Gladys shares her insights on leadership, resilience, and breaking barriers.
Tune in as she reveals the lessons that shaped her remarkable journey — and how you, too, can rise above challenges to build a lasting career legacy.

In this inspiring episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola Alabi interviews Gladys H. DeClouet, former BP executive and Burger King SVP, who broke barriers as one of the first Black female leaders in corporate America.
Gladys shares her journey from engineering oil rigs to leading billion-dollar restaurant operations, offering powerful lessons on leadership, diversity, mentorship, and career growth.

👉 Topics Covered:

• How to lead with integrity and impact

• Overcoming challenges as a woman in male-dominated industries

• Building and mentoring diverse, high-performing teams

• Transitioning between industries successfully

• Defining career success and legacy

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In this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola sits down with Nate Dinet, founder and CEO of The Step Manager. With more than 15 years of experience helping employees succeed, Nate shares practical strategies for advancing your career, navigating middle management, and finding work-life balance. From lessons learned in tech startups to empowering individuals across industries, Nate’s insights will inspire you to take control of your professional journey and “get stuff done.”

In this episode, we talk with Nate Dinet, founder & CEO of The Step Manager, about how professionals can break through career barriers, land promotions, and thrive as leaders—all while maintaining work-life balance.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why career advancement coaching matters
✅ How middle managers can stand out
✅ Strategies to prepare for your first leadership role
✅ Tips for negotiating promotions and pay raises
✅ How to avoid common career mistakes

If you’re ready to grow your career, this episode is packed with actionable advice!

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Thinking about making a mid-career pivot? Wondering how to transition from corporate life to a six-figure consulting business? In this episode, Bola interviews Amy Rasdal, a seasoned consultant and founder of Billable at the Beach®, who has helped hundreds of professionals launch successful consulting careers.

🔹 What You’ll Learn:
• Why consulting is the ideal second career
• How to leverage your existing skills and experience
• How to find your first consulting clients
• Pricing, marketing, and mindset strategies
• The freedom and flexibility consulting offers

If you’re looking for career freedom, flexible work, or a high-income consulting path, this episode is full of practical advice and real-world insights.

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In this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast, I sit down with Matt Watson, 5x founder, seasoned CTO, and current CEO of Full Scale. Matt is passionate about building engineering teams that think like owners, not ticket-takers. We dive into his journey as a serial entrepreneur, his lessons on scaling high-trust, high-impact teams, and why leadership in tech needs a new mindset. Whether you’re a developer, manager, or aspiring founder, Matt’s insights will help you rethink how teams should work and how you can grow your career in the process.

How do you build engineering teams that actually ship what matters? In this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast, I interview Matt Watson—CEO of Full Scale, 5x founder, and best-selling author of Product Driven.

Discover the leadership strategies you need to succeed in today’s fast-changing world! In this Career Evangelist Podcast episode, leadership expert Maria Brinck, former Sales leader at GE, Eli Lilly, and Novo Nordisk, shares actionable insights on authentic leadership, career growth, and leading with purpose. Learn how to navigate corporate challenges, develop influence, and become the leader the world needs