Best Virginia Franco Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti, Founder and Managing Partner, Lodestone People Consulting 25:11

2M ago25:11

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 21: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti, Founder and Managing Partner of Lodestone People Consulting, who is an expert in leadership coaching and talent development, and transforms businesses with psychology and HR strategies. IN THIS EPISODE, SANDY AND DANNY COVER: 00:55 - Who is Dr…

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Joel Lalgee, Founder, The Realest Recruiter 29:36

2M ago29:36

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 20: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Joel Lalgee, Founder of The Realest Recruiter, who connects talent with opportunities, leveraging his vast social media following and recruitment expertise. IN THIS EPISODE, JOEL AND DANNY COVER: 00:36 - Who is Joel Lalgee? 03:00 - What you need to know to navigate…

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Anna Miller, Founder, Second Careers 29:36

3M ago29:36

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 19: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Anna Miller, Founder of Second Careers, who guides early career talent in tech with personalized coaching and strategic networking help. IN THIS EPISODE, ANNA AND BEN COVER: 00:33 - Who is Anna Miller? 02:35 - Insider tips for career transitions 07:52 - Why network…

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Melissa Grabiner, Global HR & Talent Acquisition Leader 33:37

3M ago33:37

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 18: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Melissa Grabiner, Global HR & Talent Acquisition Leader, who has shaped talent strategy and driven growth across global multi-industry landscapes. IN THIS EPISODE, MELISSA AND BEN COVER: 00:34 - Who is Melissa Grabiner? 06:37 - Enhancing the candidate experience 10…

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Linda Le, Recruiter and Founder 27:24

3M ago27:24

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 17: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Linda Le, Recruiter at Lockheed Martin and Founder of Creatively Quiet. IN THIS EPISODE, LINDA AND DANNY COVER: 00:38 - Who is Linda Le? 01:59 - Linda's unconventional career journey 06:58 - How to stand out against hundreds of applicants 09:41 - Taking the first s…

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Jeff Patterson, Founder and CEO, Gaggle 22:09

3M ago22:09

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 16: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Jeff Patterson, Founder and CEO of Gaggle. IN THIS EPISODE, JEFF AND DANNY COVER: 00:35 - Who is Jeff Patterson? 02:23 - Gaggle's mission: Safeguarding schools & students 04:14 - What Gaggle looks for in their hiring process 05:46 - Stop worrying about your resume …

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Raffaele Gaito, Growth Coach and Entrepreneur 24:57

4M ago24:57

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 15: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Raffaele Gaito, Growth Coach and Entrepreneur. IN THIS EPISODE, RAFFAELE AND DANNY COVER: 00:46 - Who is Raffaele Gaito? 03:44 - Getting started with content creation 07:25 - Leveraging content in your job search 11:05 - Being an internal influencer in a company 13…

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Dr. Kyle Elliott, Tech Career and Interview Coach 22:05

4M ago22:05

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 14: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Dr. Kyle Elliott, Tech Career and Interview Coach, whose purpose is to lead top talent to coveted roles, build their confidence, and achieve career milestones. IN THIS EPISODE, KYLE AND DANNY COVER: 00:41 - Who is Dr. Kyle Elliott? 01:36 - Adapting to the evolving …

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Jennifer Star, Recruiting Director and Career Educator 36:53

5M ago36:53

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 13: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Jennifer Star, Recruiting Director and Career Educator, whose purpose is to educate and prepare women for a seamless and successful job search at all stages of their career. IN THIS EPISODE, JENNIFER AND DANNY COVER: 02:40 - Navigating turbulence in the talent mark…

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Virginia Franco, Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer 31:35

5M ago31:35

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 12: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Virginia Franco, multi-certified Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer, Coach, and Storyteller whose documents help clients to land interviews. IN THIS EPISODE, VIRGINIA AND BEN COVER: 01:01 - Who is Virginia Franco? 02:11 - Significance of ‘job search assets’ 03:36…

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Tobi Oluwole, Co-Founder, 3Skills 40:56

5M ago40:56

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 11: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Tobi Oluwole, Co-Founder at 3Skills and Content Creator. IN THIS EPISODE, TOBI AND BEN COVER: 01:18 - Who is Tobi Oluwole? 03:42 - Tobi’s career evolution 06:06 - Knowing what you want and why you want it 12:16 - One mistake you’re making navigating your career 15:…

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Mildred Talabi, LinkedIn Visibility & Personal Branding Coach 23:25

5M ago23:25

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 10: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Mildred Talabi, LinkedIn Visibility & Personal Branding Coach. IN THIS EPISODE, MILDRED AND DANNY COVER: 01:06 - Who is Mildred Talabi? 02:59 - Becoming visible during economic uncertainty 04:37 - How to communicate your story effectively 07:18 - Discovering what y…

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Ashley Watkins Thomas, Resume Writing & Job Search Coach 30:26

5M ago30:26

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 9: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Ashley Watkins Thomas, Resume Writing & Job Search Coach. IN THIS EPISODE, ASHLEY AND DANNY COVER: 01:08 - Who is Ashley Watkins Thomas? 02:04 - Job search power dynamics 05:56 - Importance of online presence 08:55 - Elevating your LinkedIn profile 12:42 - How recru…

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J.C. McKissen, LinkedIn Top Voice and Business Writer 28:05

6M ago28:05

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 8: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with J.C. McKissen, LinkedIn Top Voice and Business Writer. He is also a thought leader and contributor to numerous national publications. IN THIS EPISODE, J.C. AND DANNY COVER: 01:09 - Who is J.C. McKissen? 02:31 - Discrepancy in the job market: Reality vs. Reports 06:0…

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Chris Schembra, Author and Keynote Speaker 30:16

6M ago30:16

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 7: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Chris Schembra, Author and Keynote Speaker. He has spent 8+ years creating team building and client engagement programs, and teaches how to make a shift towards authenticity and deeper human relationships in the modern workplace. IN THIS EPISODE, CHRIS AND DANNY COV…

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Rich Moran, Principal, Haystack VC 20:40

6M ago20:40

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 6: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Rich Moran, Principal at Haystack VC. He is a noted San Francisco based business leader and consultant, and best known for his series of humorous business books beginning with bestselling, “Never Confuse a Memo with Reality". IN THIS EPISODE, RICH AND DANNY COVER: …

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Andrea Logan, Human Resources Manager and Career Coach 32:04

6M ago32:04

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 5: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Andrea Logan, Human Resources Manager with 6+ years of experience leading numerous human capital initiatives and driving organizational change. She helps professionals with their resumes and finding remote work and six-figure jobs. IN THIS EPISODE, ANDREA AND DANNY …

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Ashley Louise, Co-Founder and CEO, Ladies Get Paid 39:47

7M ago39:47

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 4: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Ashley Louise. Ashley is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ladies Get Paid, a thriving platform dedicated to women's professional advancement. IN THIS EPISODE, ASHLEY AND BEN COVER: 00:48 - Who is Ashley Louise? 03:58 - Addressing gender disparity issues in salary and promo…

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Jacob Morgan, Author, Speaker, Futurist 28:04

7M ago28:04

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 3: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Jacob Morgan. Jacob is a 5x best selling author, TED and keynote speaker, and professionally trained futurist. Make sure to grab his new book, Leading with Vulnerability, which comes out October 3rd. In the book, he reveals insights about leadership and vulnerabilit…

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Danny Leonard, Co-Founder, Ramped 37:33

7M ago37:33

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 2: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Danny Leonard. Danny is the Co-Founder of Ramped, fixing the the job search and supporting job seekers and career professionals. IN THIS EPISODE, DANNY AND BEN COVER: 00:50 - Who is Danny Leonard? 01:38 - How does Ramped support job seekers and career professionals?…

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Ana Lokotkova, CV Labs 31:21

7M ago31:21

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 1: We kick off our fourth(!!!) season of The Ramped Podcast with Ana Lokotkova. Ana is a former recruiter turned Career and Branding Advisor. She helps people understand how to market themselves, their skillsets, and their unique experiences to succeed in their job search and careers. She currently operates CV Labs, which he…

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S E11: Grant T. Harward about Romania in the Second World War 1:14:04

9M ago1:14:04

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Dr. Grant T. Harward is a historian at the U.S. Army Center of Military History in Washington, DC. In his new book Romania's Holy War, Harward rights the widespread myth that Romania was a reluctant member of the Axis during World War II. https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501759963/romanias-holy-war/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.…

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S E10: Peter Samsonov about the Soviet IS-2 Heavy Tank 46:01

11M ago46:01

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IS-2 - Development, Design & Production of Stalin's War Hammer http://www.is-2tank.com/ The IS-2 is the quintessential Soviet heavy tank from World War 2. Heavily armored and boasting a fearsome 122mm gun, this tank matched the German panzers on the Eastern front by more than just its fierce appearance. In his new book Peter Samsonov tells this tan…

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3 LinkedIn Tools to Help You Show Up Higher in Search 19:15

11M ago19:15

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3 LinkedIn Tools to Help You Show Up More in Search LinkedIn and its LinkedIn Recruiter solution are both platforms used by hiring professionals to search for qualified candidates. With the rise of AI and the fact that there are close to 800M users on the platform, the platform has become increasingly algorithm-driven as a way to “whittle down” sea…

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Job Search Takeaways from a Topsy Turvy Career 27:23

12M ago27:23

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With summer around the corner, it felt like a great time to reflect on my career journey and path to accidental entrepreneurship -- and hopefully provide some solace, comfort and inspiration for those struggling with what feels like a non-linear path. In this week’s podcast, I walk through my career job-by-job . . . how I got it, what worked and wh…

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S E9: Katya Hoyer about the GDR "beyond the Wall" 54:35

1y ago54:35

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In our newest podcast episode we have invited our previous guest Katja Hoyer again. This time she's not talking about the German Empire but about the GDR which she portraits in her new book Beyond the Wall - East Germany, 1949-1990: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/447141/beyond-the-wall-by-hoyer-katja/9780241553787 See Privacy Policy at https://art…

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S E8: Jade McGlynn on Russia's Use of History for Political Goals 53:37

1y ago53:37

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Jade McGlynn is an author and Research Fellow at the Department of War Studies, King’s College London. She has been studying Russia’s war against Ukraine since 2014 and the surrounding propaganda. Her latest book, Russia’s War, explains why Russians support the war on Ukraine: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Russia%E2%80%B2s-War-Jade-McGlynn/dp/1509556761…

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Interview with Career Switch Author Dr. Dawn Graham 40:04

1y ago40:04

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ABOUT DAWN: Dawn is an Author, TEDx Speaker and LinkedIn Learning Instructor who talks about Career Moblity, the Talent Marketplace, Reskilling & Rebranding and more. For 6 years, she hosted the live weekly call-in show "Dr. Dawn on Careers" on SIRIUSXM's Business Radio (132) where she interviewed talent experts and company leaders around the world…

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Interview with Career Consultant and Resume Writer Colleen Paulson 39:12

1y ago39:12

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About Colleen Beginning with her career as an engineer, then production manager and pricing analyst for 2 Fortune 50 companies (Procter & Gamble and FedEx), it’s safe to state that Colleen is an expert in career pivots. Colleen launched her writing business in 2006 and has served a wide range of corporate clients including The Motley Fool and Inves…

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S E7: Michael S. Neiberg About France 1940 and the Anglo-American Alliance 53:46

1y ago53:46

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We're delighted to announce the return of the Real Time History podcast in which Jesse interviews historians about their works. Our first guest this year is Michael S. Neiberg author of "When France Fell - The Vichy Crisis and the Fate of the Anglo-American Alliance": https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674258563 See Privacy Policy at …

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Interview with Career Coach & Resiliency Expert David Lee 47:51

1y ago47:51

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David is a career coach and has been involved in the resilience field for over 30 years. A 3X career changer himself, he is the Founder of Soul Satisfying work. His diverse background includes work in the addictions field as a counselor, and he is passionate about physical fitness, healthy nutrition and the application of wisdom traditions and mind…

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Interview with Sr. Technical Recruiter Nicole Reyes 1:03:12

1y ago1:03:12

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OUR CHAT Nicole pulled back the curtain to discuss her process for finding and vetting candidates. We discussed how she uses Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) plays, online and niche job boards, what she looks, red flags and much more. She also shared insights on navigating ghosting and staying top of mind. ABOUT NICOLE Nicole Reyes has spent more …

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Charting the Course from Idea to Product with Yoni Solutions CEO Virginia Franco 34:05

1+ y ago34:05

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In this episode, Bethany Corbin and Virginia Franco discuss: Why it is important to be humble and ask for help Why you should follow quality standards from the beginning How to inspire people to push back against stigma How to manage the push and pull between regulation and innovation Key Takeaways: You must allow yourself to ask for help. It’s imp…

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Interview with Career Club Founder & President Bob Goodwin 53:44

1+ y ago53:44

53:44

OUR CHAT Discussion Highlights: The strong similarities between job search and sales processes. How your attitude and emotional state can make or break a job search. 3 questions to ask yourself when figuring out your next best move. Messaging is everything! It informs what you say to others during outreach, interviews, and in your resume and Linked…

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Direct-to-Consumer Femtech Business and Marketing Strategies for with Mira CEO Sylvia Kang 28:41

1+ y ago28:41

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In this episode, Bethany Corbin and Sylvia Kang discuss: Why launching a startup is more difficult than you expect Why a product has to have a market fit How to create a brand message that resonates with consumers How organizational structure helps companies scale and grow Key Takeaways: Launching a startup will always be harder than you think, so …

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Navigating Early Steps in Launching a Femtech Business with Reya Health Founder Dallas Barnes 48:59

1+ y ago48:59

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In this episode, Bethany Corbin and Dallas Barnes discuss: Why birth control shouldn’t be a one-size-fits-all solution What misconceptions people have about birth control Why it is important to get feedback from your users How to manage the uphill battle of pitching in FemTech Key Takeaways: Birth control is an individualized journey and not a one-…

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Interview with Board Director Search Firm Experts Lisa Ward & Adam Zajac 40:38

1+ y ago40:38

40:38

OUR CHAT Lisa and Adam broke down: Core differences between service on nonprofit, startup and public boards. Key messaging to include in board marketing collateral (hint: it’s different than what you share as a job seeker on your resume) The skills you must possess to serve on a public board. Who and how to network to identify board opportunities. …

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Danielle Press, Senior VP Sales, Hotel Engine 23:22

1+ y ago23:22

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 01:59 - Who is Danielle Press? In her own words 02:45 - What is the best investment an early careers sales person can do for themselves and why? 05:54 - How have Danielle's views on sales changed over the years? 09:36 - One early career mistake that Danielle made and how did she learn from it 13:37 - Who has had the great…

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Holly Danko, People Executive & Former CPO at Unison 28:40

1+ y ago28:40

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 01:54 - How Holly went from being a sales professional to managing people 05:12 - The future of work. Is the WFH model here to stay or will we eventually make it back to the offices? 06:41 - Certain aspects of office life are now missing. Can the WFH ever replace them? 09:32 - How should early career professionals positio…

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FemTech Fundamentals with Longevity Capital Managing Partner Kate Batz 16:26

1+ y ago16:26

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In this episode, Bethany Corbin and Kate Batz discuss: Why women’s health companies don’t get the attention they deserve Creating progress in FemTech Addressing women’s health span Bringing attention to your health Key Takeaways: Women’s health companies don’t get the attention they deserve because only 4% of tech investment goes into life sciences…

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Jess Dolnick, Head of Sales, Byteboard 19:37

1+ y ago19:37

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 01:35 - Who is Jessica? In her own words 02:22 - What is the best investment an early careers sales person can make and why? 06:51 - How have Jessica's views of sales changed over the years? 11:18 - One mistake Jessica made early in her sales career and what did she learn from it? 13:49 - Who has had the biggest impact on…

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FemTech Startup Advice with Dr. Brittany Barreto (Part 2) 43:01

1+ y ago43:01

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In this episode, Bethany Corbin and Brittany Barreto discuss: How to Empower your position in a founder-investor relationship How a convertible note and a safe are different What five terms you need to get familiar with in regard to convertible notes How to push back and set your own terms Key Takeaways: As a founder, you have power in the founder-…

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Chad Caples, Head of Talent Acquisition, Genworth 31:12

1+ y ago31:12

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 01:33 Who is Chad? In his own words 02:38 Chad's tips for people starting out early in their career 09:47 The future of work and managing human capital 12:15 What are some ways to build an equitable workforce of the future 15:28 Chad's tips for how to approach the evolving work culture in the next 10 or so years 19:47 The…

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The Impact of Regulation on the Design and Commercialization of FemTech Products with Innovation Researcher Jessica Platt 40:11

1+ y ago40:11

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In this episode, Bethany Corbin and Jessica Platt discuss: What it means to design for inclusivity What role regulation and innovation play in FemTech Why companies need to be intentional in data privacy Whether regulations should be decreased in favor of emerging industries Key Takeaways: Designing for inclusivity is all about moving beyond the ma…

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Interview with Teacher Turned Customer Success Manager Cassie Piggott 48:35

1+ y ago48:35

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OUR CHAT Cassie shared the ins and outs of her job search – including big wins and lessons learned – that helped her make a major career transition within 5 months and then recover from a setback in a matter of days. ABOUT CASSIE Cassie began her career as a corporate trainer, then made her first career transition in 2007 when she earned her Master…

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Scott Gifis, Technology Leader, Executive, and Advisor 36:56

1+ y ago36:56

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 00:20 - Who is Scott? In his own words 03:47 - What is the best investment an early career sales person can do for themselves and why 07:13 - How have Scott's views on sales changed over the years 16:26 - One mistake Scott made early in his career and how did he learn from it 22:54 - Who has had the greatest impact on Sco…

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Interview with Bilingual Career Strategist Ana Goehner 56:04

1+ y ago56:04

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OUR CHAT As a Brazilian immigrant who has been in the U.S. for 10+ years, Ana and I discussed: Mindset adjustments to overcome language barriers Effective methods to understand the U.S. job market. Strategies to glean intel in a new industry. The importance of setting boundaries when striving to make a name for yourself as a newcomer to Corporate A…

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Angela Cheng-Cimini, SVP Talent & CHRO, Harvard Business Publishing 30:28

1+ y ago30:28

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 02:04 - Who is Angela? In her own words 02:55 - What are some ways to level up in preparation for your first role in the job market 05:45 - Is working from here to stay? What will work look like 5 or10 years from now? 09:40 - Not everybody wants to go back to the office, even though there are some specific benefits to the…

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Steve Travaglini, CRO, LinkSquares 24:13

1+ y ago24:13

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IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: 01:45 - Who is Steve Travaglini in his own words 02:31 - What is the best investment an early career sales person can make for themselves and why? 06:19 - How have Steve's views on sales changed over the years? 10:52 - One mistake Steve made early in his sales career and how did it impact him going forward 16:49 - Who has…

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Interview with Executive Resume Writer, Career & Interview Cathy Lanzalaco 35:49

1+ y ago35:49

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OUR CHAT Cathy and I chatted about obstacles “mature” workers put in their own way (job search success starts in your head!) and those others placed on us (hello age discrimination) during job search. She also shared strategies for identifying a new career target, launching a career change and best practices for resume and LinkedIn writing. ABOUT C…

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