Are your metrics of success even leading you to a life that honors what you value? What happens when your identity is rooted in your job title? These are the questions Janet Kim had to grapple with as a successful on air news reporter who knew she wanted more. In this episode Janet shares how motherhood put her priorities into perspective, and the advice she gives to others who are trying to navigate a career transition.

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About Janet Kim:
IG: @janetkimtv
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I’ve reported for every major news affiliate in the U.S. – ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX. I’ve covered stories from across the country and made stops in Oregon, Kentucky, Tennessee and Washington state. My mission as a reporter was to share stories that would inform, impact and improve communities. After retiring from my news career, I realized I didn’t have to work for a news organization to continue to tell stories and help people! Now I work in public relations at one of the most impactful and recognizable technology companies in the world. When I’m not working for my day job though, I’m a busy mom who loves exploring my city and beyond with my husband and two boys. It’s not always easy traveling with young children but with some planning and a good itinerary, I believe it’s possible! After moving around a lot over the years, we’ve made the Seattle area home. I hope I can share tips and/or inspiration for your family’s next adventure in Seattle and beyond!

After spending her career in medical device sales and therapuetics, Nia Watenza had enough. She quit in November 2019 with plans of exceuting a career transition the following year. But first she wanted to create some breathing room by taking voice over lessons for fun. We know what happened in 2020. With a pandemic, no job prospects and a dwindling bank account Nia turned to the only thing she had left, and it's changed her life in ways she could not have ever imagined.

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About Nia:
Nia Watenza brings her versatile style and professional experience into everything she does. As a former brand manager for Fortune 500 companies, she is no stranger to campaign strategy and helping brands make meaningful connections with customers. This comes through in her voiceover work, as she understands the big picture of what you’re trying to achieve, who you wish to target, and how they want to be spoken to. Her vocal style spans the range of warm, soothing, authoritative, relatable, upbeat, and professional. She has a Bachelor of Science in Allied Medicine and is also proficient in medical and technical terminology.

Website: https://www.niathevoice.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/niathevoice/