In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Ashley Southworth, founder and creative director of Southworth Interior Design, to talk about her inspiring leap from teaching into the world of interior design... a career pivot that completely changed the trajectory of her life.

After nearly 20 years in education, Ashley made the courageous decision in her late 30s to leave the classroom and pursue a creative path that had quietly been calling her since childhood. What looked risky from the outside was actually years of passion, intuition, and life experiences finally aligning.

This conversation is about so much more than design. It’s about reinvention, trusting yourself, and having the courage to build a life that feels deeply aligned with who you truly are.

In this episode, we discuss:
• How childhood passions can reveal future career purpose
• Why career pivots often begin long before we act on them
• The emotional and healing side of creating meaningful spaces
• The behind-the-scenes reality of entrepreneurship and creative careers
• How to explore new passions in small, manageable ways
• The importance of supportive relationships during seasons of change

Ashley’s story is a reminder that it’s never too late to pivot toward something that lights you up. Sometimes the thing you’re meant to do has been quietly following you your entire life.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re brave enough to start over, this episode will speak directly to your heart.

#CareerPivot #TeacherToDesigner #InteriorDesign #CareerChange #PurposeDrivenCareer #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurJourney #CareerAlignment #MeaningfulWork #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #CreativeEntrepreneur #FindYourPurpose #LifeTransitions #CareerCoach #SoulfulCareer #DesignWithPurpose #GrowthMindset #PodcastEpisode #YourSoulfulCareerCalling

Connect with Kasi:

www.careerquestinc.com

email: [email protected]

IG - soulfulcareercalling

Connect with Ashley:

www.southworth-design.com

email: [email protected]

IG: southworthdesign

In this powerful episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, Mike Geraty shares his inspiring journey from Wall Street finance and commercial real estate to building a thriving business in the food industry after losing his job during the 2011 recession.

This conversation is a reminder that career success is rarely a straight line and that some of life’s greatest setbacks can become the very thing that shapes your purpose, resilience, and confidence.

Key Takeaways From This Episode:

• Why career pivots often begin in moments of uncertainty, loss, or discomfort
• How overcoming adversity builds grit, self-belief, and emotional resilience
• The hidden value of hearing “no” and learning how to keep going anyway
• Why diverse work experiences create confidence and long-term career flexibility
• The danger of complacency and the importance of staying willing to grow
• Mike’s belief that confidence is built after taking scary risks—not before
• How success evolved from chasing money to creating impact, mentorship, and opportunity for others
• The importance of building a supportive “work family” and helping people rise alongside you

If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt stuck in your career, or wondered whether it’s too late to reinvent yourself, this episode will leave you encouraged to trust your ability to adapt, grow, and overcome.

#CareerPivot #CareerGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #CareerPodcast #GrowthMindset #Resilience #SelfBelief #CareerJourney #SuccessMindset #PurposeDrivenCareer #EntrepreneurLife #Motivation #YourSoulfulCareerCalling

Connect with Kasi:

www.careerquestinc.com

Email: [email protected]

IG: SoulfulCareerCalling

Connect with Mike:

IG: mgeraty1

www.bostonprovisionsmarket.com

In this powerful episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, I sit down with Mindie Antebi, a veteran ICU and trauma nurse and host of the Call the Nurse podcast, to explore what it truly means to heal...both in medicine and in life.

From working with the “sickest of the sick” to navigating her own family’s mental health challenges, Mindie shares a deeply human perspective on caregiving, burnout, purpose, and the inner work required to truly show up, for others and for yourself.

This conversation goes beyond clinical care and into the emotional, spiritual, and personal realities of a career in healthcare.

• What it’s really like to be a critical care nurse
  Inside the ICU and trauma setting, where patient care is as much about navigating family dynamics as it is about medical expertise.
• Healing isn’t always clinical
  Not all wounds are visible and true healing often requires presence, empathy, and seeing the full story of a person.
• The courage to follow your inner knowing
  Why Mindie left a secure path in Arkansas at 21 to pursue a life in Los Angeles, and what that leap taught her about purpose.
• When caregivers reach their breaking point
  How her daughter’s mental health struggles revealed the limits of “fixing” and led to her own physical and emotional wake-up call.
• The power of inner work and community
  Why “mothering” your inner child and surrounding yourself with trusted support is essential for long-term healing.
• A new approach to self-care: The Self-Care Prescription
  Practical, soulful tools to reconnect with yourself:

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to hold it all together…
If you’re someone who shows up for everyone else but struggles to ask for support…
Or if you’re navigating a career in healthcare, caregiving, or any purpose-driven field…

This episode will challenge the way you think about success, healing, and what it means to truly care—for others and for yourself.

Connect with Kasi:

www.careerquestinc.com

IG - SoulfulCareerCalling

Email - [email protected]

Connect with Mindie:

IG - callthenursepodcast - Apple, Spotify, and YouTube

Email - [email protected]

What does it really take to build a viral brand—one rooted in authenticity, purpose, and meaningful impact?

In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, I sit down with marketing pioneer Rick Schirmer to explore how true brand growth isn’t driven by trends or algorithms—but by alignment, intuition, and connection.

From taking bold risks early in his career to redefining what “virality” actually means, Rick shares powerful insights for anyone looking to build a purpose-driven business that resonates deeply with others.

• Authentic Career Alignment Matters
  Following your intuition isn’t risky—it’s essential. True success begins when your work aligns with who you are.
• Take Initiative Before You Feel Ready
  Growth comes from action. Confidence is built by doing—not waiting.
• Virality = Alignment, Not Algorithms
  Real virality happens when your message, audience, and timing connect in a meaningful way.
• Build a Brand, Not Just a Moment
  A viral brand is fueled by genuine community advocacy—not one-time attention.
• Momentum is Created, Then Amplified
  Organic traction builds trust. Strategic marketing fuels expansion.
• The Evolution of Influence
  From early “leader marketing” to AI-driven insights, influence continues to evolve—but authenticity remains constant.
• Stay Curious, Stay Relevant
  Lifelong learning and adaptability are key to thriving in a rapidly changing digital world.
• Purpose Drives Lasting Impact
  The most powerful brands—and careers—are built around work that truly matters.

If you’ve ever wondered how to build a brand or career rooted in authenticity, alignment, and impact—this episode is for you.#careergrowth
#personalbranding
#entrepreneurmindset
#businessgrowth
#marketingstrategy
#successmindset
#leadershipdevelopment
#careeradvice
#mindsetshift
#growthmindset

Connect with Kasi:

www.careerquestinc.com

[email protected]

IG - SoulfulCareerCalling

Connect with Rick:

www.viralbrand.com

IG - rickschirmer

IG - viralbrand.tv

In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, we go beyond the title of “entertainment attorney” to uncover the real story behind the career—how passion, curiosity, and a deep sense of fairness can shape a meaningful path in the music and film industry. My guest is Doug Mark, a successful leader in the entertainment law space.

Key Takeaways:

• What an Entertainment Attorney Really Does
  A behind-the-scenes look at entertainment law in the music industry—negotiating contracts, managing artist relationships, securing deals for film placements, and protecting royalties across everything from music to merchandise.
• How Childhood Interests Can Shape Your Career Path
  Doug’s journey is a powerful reminder that the things you’re naturally drawn to—music, storytelling, debate—aren’t random. When paired with your values, they often point you toward work that feels aligned and purposeful.
• Why Career Alignment Matters More Than Job Titles
  This episode reinforces a core truth: meaningful careers are built at the intersection of interests, strengths, and values—not just prestige or income.
• Redefining Success Beyond Money and Recognition
  Success evolves. What may begin as a pursuit of financial stability or status can shift into something deeper—impact, contribution, and the legacy you leave through others.
• The Power of Mentorship in Career Growth
  Mentorship isn’t just helpful—it’s transformative. Doug shares how investing in the next generation of lawyers has become one of the most meaningful parts of his career.
• What Employers Are Really Looking For
  Beyond intelligence, curiosity stands out as a defining trait. A willingness to learn, ask thoughtful questions, and genuinely engage can set young professionals apart in any field.
• There Is No One Timeline for Figuring It Out
  Career discovery isn’t linear. Whether clarity comes early or later, the goal isn’t to rush—it’s to stay open, keep exploring, and move toward what genuinely energizes you.
• Doug believes music and exercise are what keep you young, and he has deep gratitude that music is a key part of his fulfilling career.

There’s a difference between forcing a direction and recognizing one. And often, the one worth following is the one that’s been quietly consistent your whole life.




Connect with Kasi:

IG - SoulfulCareerCalling

Website - www.careerquestinc.com

Email - [email protected]

What if the career you were meant to have was hiding inside everything you loved as a kid?

In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, host Kasi Beaney sits down with Alyson Wegner — a costume designer in Hollywood — for an honest, inspiring conversation about finding your path, trusting the process, and what it actually takes to build a creative career from the inside out.

Alyson's story is proof that the road to a fulfilling career doesn't have to be straight — and it definitely doesn't have to be figured out by the time you graduate.

Key Takeaways:

• Your childhood obsessions aren't random — they're clues. The things you loved at ten years old are often pointing directly at your purpose
• A career in film isn't just glamorous — it's problem-solving under pressure, adapting on the fly, and staying calm when everything changes at once
• The costume department is collaborative storytelling — coordinating with tailors, artists, and craftspeople to bring a character to life from the outside in

• In Hollywood, your network is your net worth — most jobs are built on relationships, not résumés
• The technical side of costuming is real — from how fabrics strobe on camera to how colors shift in black and white, every detail is intentional
• The right mentor doesn't just open doors — they see potential in you before you can see it yourself

Whether you're a teen trying to figure out your next step, a parent wondering how to guide your kid toward their calling, or someone ready to reinvent yourself at any age — this episode is your permission slip.

Your path doesn't have to be a straight line. It just has to be yours!

Contact Kasi:

IG - SoulfulCareerCalling

Website - www.careerquestinc.com

Email - [email protected]

Contact Alyson:

IG - alygato

#CareerCoachingForTeens #CareerCoachingForYoungAdults #TeenCareerExploration #HelpMyTeenFindDirection #CostumeDesign #FilmCareers #CareerClarityForHighSchoolers #WhatCareerIsRightForMyTeen #YourSoulfulCareerCalling #CollegeMajorAdvice

What happens when the unimaginable becomes your greatest teacher?

In this deeply moving episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and legacy builder Nikki Mark — a woman whose story will crack your heart open and then quietly put it back together again.

In 2018, Nikki lost her 12-year-old son, Tommy, suddenly and without warning. And in the aftermath of that grief — raw, disorienting, and all-consuming — she did something remarkable. She reached back into the skills she had spent 20+ years building as a startup founder, and she began to rebuild. Not the life she had before. Something new. Something purposeful. Something that would carry Tommy's name and spirit forward for generations.

What you'll discover in this episode:

What Nikki found in her darkest season is something so many of us are searching for — a reason to keep going, a way to turn pain into purpose, and the courage to take one small step even when the path forward is completely invisible.

Her journey began with a single email to the city of Los Angeles about building a soccer field in Tommy's honor. That one act of love has since grown into the TM23 Foundation and Tommy's Fields — four community play spaces built to bring joy to kids who need it most, all in memory of a boy whose greatest gift was his spirit of play.

But this episode goes far beyond one extraordinary story. Nikki shares something that will shift the way you think about healing, purpose, and what it means to move through the hardest parts of life with hope:

Play is medicine. Not just for kids — for all of us. Especially in grief. Nikki walks us through the science and the soul of why play "unfreezes" the brain during loss, and how simple acts — a walk in nature, a paintbrush, a moment of curiosity — can become the first thread of a new life.

She also shares one of the most powerful reframes I've ever heard on this podcast: the thing you miss most in your deepest pain is often the exact answer for how to move forward. Lean into the loss. The light is hiding there.

Whether you are navigating personal grief, searching for your life's purpose, raising a child through hardship, or simply trying to find meaning in a season that feels impossible — Nikki's story is your permission slip to begin again.

This is what soulful, purpose-driven living actually looks like. Not perfect. Not painless. But deeply, courageously alive.

Connect with Kasi:

IG - SoulfulCareerCalling

Website - www.careerquestinc.com

Email - [email protected]

Connect with Nikki:

TM23 Foundation website: www.tm23foundation.org

IG - healingwithnikki

Website - Nikkimark.com

Tommy's Field Book - can be found and purchased on Amazon

What does it really take to build a career in film? Bryan Koss knows the answer, and it may not be what people expect.

Before he ever picked up a camera professionally, Bryan was building a career in commercial real estate. It wasn't until he paused long enough to reconnect with what had lit him up years earlier that it all changed. His journey is proof that the career meant for you isn't always found my looking forward...sometimes it's found by remembering what made you come alive.

In this episode you'll discover:

* Why the film industry isn't always as glamorous as it looks and what it takes to thrive behind the camera

* How Bryan went form commercial real estate to becoming a Director of Photography and what that pivot really looked like

* The power of self-discovery and going back to the things that lit you up

* What it means to build a career with grit, resilience, and a clear sense of purpose

* A behind the scenes look at what it's really like to work in film - perfect for anyone curious about a creative career path

* A personal script he is working on that is rooted in dealing with grief and the people who carry us through our hardest seasons

Whether you are a teen just beginning to explore what career path feels right, a parent helping your child find direction and clarity, or someone mid-career quietly asking "what if"...Bryan's story will remind you that it's never to late to come back to yourself.

Connect with Kasi:

IG - Soulful Career Calling

Website - www.careerquestinc.com

Email - [email protected]

Connect with Bryan:

IG - Bryan _Koss

Website - www.bryankoss.com

Email - [email protected]

In this episode of "Soulful Career Calling," host Kasi Beaney interviews Dr. Theresa Ashby, also known as "Dr. T," a business strategist and "business oracle" who emphasizes the importance of internal alignment over external success. Dr. Ashby shares her journey from chasing traditional accolades and performance-based achievements to reconnecting with her own wisdom and helping other leaders do the same.

Key points from the episode include:* Business as Healing: Dr. Ashby describes her work as looking beneath the surface of a business to heal both the organization and the person running it, believing a business can only grow at the rate of the individual's growth.* Childhood Foundations: From a young age, Dr. Ashby observed patterns in human behavior and built physical objects like podiums to "teach" her sisters, showing an early inclination toward building things and seeking to improve the world.* Alignment vs. Achievement: Despite having multiple degrees and a successful career, Dr. Ashby experienced "heart exhaustion" from trying to prove her worth to others, eventually realizing that external awards cannot replace being true to one's divine purpose.* Influential Figures: She credits her grandmother for showing her the strength of a determined woman and a former boss for teaching her that how one handles the reaction to a mistake is more important than the mistake itself.* Redefining Success: For Dr. Ashby, success now means living with peace, integrity, and authenticity, which includes the maturity to say "no" to opportunities that do not align with her personal impact or heart.* Advice for Young Adults: She encourages young people to gain broad exposure through volunteering and non-profits and to have candid conversations with adults about their failures and successes.

If you've ever wondered whether chasing the next milestone is actually moving you toward your purpose — or away from it — this episode is for you.

Connect with Kasi:

IG - Soulful Career Calling

website - www.careerquestinc.com

email - [email protected]

Connect with Dr. Theresa Ashby

IG - theresa_m_ashby

FB - Theresa Ashby

In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling, Kasi sits down with filmmaker, writer, and producer Monique Impagliazzo to explore how our earliest childhood interests can reveal powerful clues about our future careers.

Together, they unpack the filmmaking process, the importance of mentorship, and what it really means to build a purpose-driven career rooted in authenticity—not just titles.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating career uncertainty, creative paths, or searching for alignment in their work.

• How your childhood passions and interests can act as a roadmap for career exploration

• Why asking yourself “What lit me up as a kid?” can unlock clarity in adulthood

• A behind-the-scenes look at the film industry—including the roles of writer, director, and producer

• How mentorship can shape your path and open doors you didn’t know existed

• The reality of navigating a creative career during uncertainty (pandemic + industry strikes)

• Why moments of pause can lead to deeper self-discovery and career alignment

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

* A look inside the filmmaking process

* Trusting non-linear paths

* Story telling with a feminine approach

* Info on her feature project: Pinky Swear - about an adult women who climbs through the window of her childhood bedroom and meets face to face with her 7 year old self - a story that asks the question, "Would the young child you were recognize the adult life you are living?"

Connect with Kasi:

IG - SoulfulCareerCalling

www.careerquestinc.com

email - [email protected]

Connect with Monique:

IG - moniqueimpagliazzo

email - [email protected]

Website- www.manifestingproductions.com

You can become part of the Pinky Swear movement by visiting the donation page at www.manifestingproductions.allyrafundraising.com