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Trouble picking a career? Unsure of all your options after graduation? Don’t know if you chose the right career path for yourself? ”We Grew Up… Now What?” is a podcast where we discuss how to navigate life after graduation. Whether you’re a high school student, college student or recent graduate, the transition into career and adulthood is just as confusing for everyone. Join me as I talk about all things college, career, and growing up into a functioning (and actually happy) adult!
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If you’re anything like me, you may have an interest in the medical field, but you’re not quite sure where you’d fit in at. The Radiology field is an AMAZING place to look, because there are so many options and opportunities for career growth and expansion. In today’s episode I walk you through the different types of careers you can find within the…
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Many people have NO IDEA what a career in x-ray is like. In today’s episode, I walk you through what x-ray is, what schooling is like, and how a day in the life looks for a radiologic technologist. Radiology is a great field to be in, and I absolutely loved my time working as an x-ray tech. If you want to be in the medical field but aren’t sure of …
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Choosing a career is hard, there’s no doubt about that. Can a career test truly help you choose a successful path? They certainly can help you learn more about your career interests, but you don’t have to let the results hold all of the weight in your career choice. Join me this week as we talk about the best resource for the career exploration pro…
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Episode 27: As a high school student, did you feel prepared for college?
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When I was in high school, I was excited to go to college. I was ready for the new experiences and the opportunity to further my education. I felt prepared to pursue my academic studies. Unfortunately, there was an aspect of my college experience that I did not feel like I was prepared for. Join me in this week’s episode as I talk about my experien…
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Episode 26: My struggle with work-life balance
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Mastering work-life balance seems to be a lifelong journey for me. It’s also something I didn’t consider when I was exploring different careers for myself. Not everybody is as high maintenance in the area of work-life balance, but for me, it turns out I need lots of it in order to feel fulfilled. I had to learn that the hard way. From working a job…
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Episode 25: Why doesn’t college prepare you for the real world?
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Whether college is worth the hassle or not is a huge topic of debate. Many say college doesn’t prepare you for adulthood. Others say there are benefits if you go to college, but it’s common that college (or high school) does not teach you how to do typical adult tasks like buying a house, paying taxes, or budgeting. Most skills are best taught by j…
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Episode 24: Advice I’d give myself at the beginning of my career
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This week’s episode has 8 different pieces of career advice that I would tell my younger self. We all wish we could have gone back and done something better when we were younger. From work-life balance and using your PTO, to not taking work so seriously, listen in as I explain each of my takes. What do you wish you would have known at the start of …
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Episode 23: What was it like changing careers?
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It’s easy to choose a career for the wrong reasons. So, how do you fix that? Tune in to hear all about my own personal story of how I changed career paths after graduation. It may have been the scariest thing I’ve ever done, but it was by far the best decision I’ve ever made. If you’re considering changing your career, this episode is just for you.…
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Not every job is going to be fun– that’s for sure– but what about the workplace? Does a fun work environment mean better long-term success in the career? Having a good relationship with coworkers and administration can be a key piece to your happiness in your job. It’s for you to decide how important it is to factor “fun” into your work day. ______…
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Episode 21: Best work advice for someone in their 20s
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Everybody wants to be successful, especially at a young age. There's an expectation for young adults to have life all figured out, especially new graduates. The truth is, nobody EVER has it all figured out. Our 20s is where we’re supposed to do the learning. How do you make the most of this time? How do you secure yourself a path that will bring yo…
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Episode 20: What if I can’t make a career out of my interests?
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You can’t imagine making a career out of your interests. What do you do? Some people may say you need to suck it up and pick a job. Others may say shoot for the stars and dream big. The truth is, in the age of the internet, you can monetize anything. No interest is too quirky or silly to pursue. So, what’s your next move? Take a listen to this week…
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Episode 19: Giving yourself grace– Balancing school, work, and motherhood with Linzay Davis
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This week I sat down with Linzay Davis from The Park Consulting to talk about the balancing act that is motherhood. Being a mom can completely turn your life upside down– so what do you need to know? From picking a job with good parental benefits to battling identity crisis, time management, and mom guilt, we discuss it all in this episode. Even if…
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Episode 18: What to expect when graduating
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Not knowing what to expect can make graduation scary… what’s next? How does graduation change your friendships? How do you battle the identity crisis? There are many aspects of life after graduation that can be tough to tackle. How do you deal with it all? Tune in to hear how I conquered this confusing time in my life. __________ Trouble picking a …
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Episode 17: What’s a good way for a HS student to pick a career?
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It can be so hard for a high schooler to pick a career, especially when they haven’t tried very many new things before. What’s the best way to go about this? Are there many post-graduation options for someone with no career path? Join me as I give tips and discuss the things one should consider if they’re in this situation. __________ Trouble picki…
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Episode 16: Is it okay to pick a major without knowing what I want to do as a career?
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This week we talk about trying new things and facing failure. Is failure even real? Why is trying new things so scary?! Sometimes it may seem too risky to choose a path without knowing if you want to stay in it, but you could be pleasantly surprised with what all that career field may hold! Even if it doesn’t turn out that way, you can still change…
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In this lovely BONUS episode, I get a little vulnerable and open up more on why I quit my job. It was not an easy decision by any means, and there were many factors that went into it. Time for family, friends, boyfriend, myself, rest, productivity… ALL of this felt unbalanced and out of whack. I lacked a healthy work-life balance. I got to the poin…
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Episode 14: Mistakes people make when choosing a career
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In this episode we discuss the various ways people may choose a career for the wrong reasons. The career choice process can be confusing and stressful, and a lot of times people aren’t clear on what they want, which can lead to unhappiness later in the career. Your needs and desires can also change over time, which can make this process tricky too.…
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Episode 13: Should I pick a career that pays well or a career that I like?
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On the podcast this week, we talk about how to choose between a career that pays well vs. one that is liked. How do you know which one is more important to you? Can you find a career that provides both? Are you using all of the resources available to you to truly weigh out your options? Sometimes it’s hard to know what you want out of a full time c…
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Episode 12: What should I do if no career interests me?
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Join me this week as we talk about the struggle of finding a career that interests you. Is there an activity/topic that DOES interest you? What’s your career personality? Does what you wanted to be growing up play a role in your interests now? Would you be okay if you never found a career that you were super passionate about? It’s okay if you can’t…
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Episode 11: How does one pick a happy and fulfilling career?
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This week we discuss the different aspects of finding fulfillment in your career. How do you even determine what you like? Is interest in a career field enough to make you successful in it? It’s important to know what it is that you want out of a career to make the searching process easier. What are your career deal breakers? What happens if no car…
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Episode 10: Why is it so tough to choose a career?
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In this week’s episode, we talk about what makes finding that perfect career path so hard. Is it because we have too many career options? Is it because we’re feeling the weight of everyone else’s pressure and expectations? How do we cut through all the stress to find an aligned career path? Stay tuned for next week’s episode as well, because we wil…
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Episode 9: Is it worth going away to college?
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In this episode we discuss whether it may be worth it for someone to go away to college. While the experience may be worth it, does it cause financial devastation down the road? Is it worth it to go farther away when you can get the same education in your own backyard? Does going to a prestigious college actually set you apart? __________ Trouble p…
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In this episode we explore whether college is still worth it or not. Does it get you a job in your field? Does it provide you with useful experiences? Can you bypass college and just work instead? Whether college is worth it or not really depends on what you’re looking to get out of college. How much are you willing to put into a degree? __________…
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Episode 7: How do I know what to study in college?
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In this episode we discuss how to know what to study when you go to college. How do you know what to study if your career path allows you multiple options? What if you’re entering college but haven’t chosen a career path yet? Using real life examples of both scenarios, we explore answers to both of these questions. This episode is sure to give you …
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Episode 6: The process of finding the dream career with Shannon del Castillo
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In this episode I sit down with Shannon del Castillo, who is a Courtroom Clerk at a local courthouse. Shannon shares how, despite a couple of dead ends, she found her way to the career of her dreams (even before she really knew what that dream career was). Shannon is proof that even when you have it all figured out upon high school graduation, thin…
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Episode 5: Surviving what life throws at you with Triplet Stay At Home Mom Lauren Pigg
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In this episode I conduct my first ever podcast interview. Lauren Pigg is a digital creator and stay at home mom of 2 year old triplet girls. Join in on our conversation as she shares how she faced rejection and unplanned surprises that eventually lead her right where she needed to be. No matter how much your life gets derailed, you always end up r…
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Episode 4: Can college help you get a job?
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In this episode we talk about how helpful college can be with securing a job. Does college still help you get a job? Can you get a job without a college degree and still support yourself? Does getting a bachelor’s degree guarantee a job in your field of study? The answer is complicated and depends on every individual situation, but join in as we di…
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In this episode we talk about where someone should go to college. There are more options than you think! What sounds right for you? Trade school? Community college? A university? Join in on the conversation as I use a hypothetical situation to discuss the differences between your potential options. There’s usually more than one way to achieve the s…
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In this episode we talk about when someone should go to college. There are a variety of options to pursue after graduating high school, whether you see yourself going to college or not! If you’re asking this question, then you may not be exactly sure about what you want to do following graduation. Tune in as I talk about the importance of taking th…
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Episode 1: The 2 Things People Don’t Understand About Success
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In this episode we talk about two things most people don’t understand about being successful. Is success achievable for everyone? How does one become successful? What does success look like? If you transform your way of thinking, success may be a lot closer than you think! Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/madelineswann Instagram: swannmadeline Fa…
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