最佳Professional Career Advice播客 (2024)

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81 | How to Build a Career in the Equine Industry with Annise Montplaisir 48:33

4d ago48:33

48:33

In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," we delve into Annise Montplaisir’s unique journey from Fargo, North Dakota, to the vibrant epicenter of Thoroughbred racing in Lexington, Kentucky. Annise shares how her unyielding passion for horses and strategic career choices, such as harnessing the power of internships and seeking scholarsh…

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Always a Winger: People Person and Unapologetic Marketer with Amy Lewis (1/2) 54:45

6d ago54:45

54:45

Who knew leaving publishing might result in a career as a marketer in the tech industry? Amy Lewis was encouraged to pursue a role at Cisco by a career counselor who recognized her unique strengths. Now Amy refers to herself as an unapologetic marketer and a people person. On the soccer field and in her career, she is always a winger. She is focuse…

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80 | Learn How Networking Took Carley Myers From the Spirit Industry to the Equine Industry 44:46

11d ago44:46

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In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jody Lynch Findley dives into an intriguing conversation with Carley Myers, where they explore her unconventional journey from Long Island to the heart of Texas for a career in equine sports. Carley, who now holds a pivotal marketing role at the National Cutting Horse Association, provides…

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Patterns of Iteration: Celebrating Three Hundred Episodes of Career Podcasting 45:12

13d ago45:12

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What can you learn from 300 episodes focused on career progression in technology? This week we’ll remind listeners of our show’s mission and share the origin story of the podcast. Listen closely for the lessons we’ve learned, the patterns we have seen in our discussions and guests, the feedback we want to hear from listeners like you, and some reco…

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79 | A Career Beyond the Barn: Exploring Careers in Equine Research with Jordan Parker 39:17

18d ago39:17

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Welcome back to another episode, thrivers! In this episode, I connect with Jordan Parker, a dedicated DVM PhD candidate from the University of Georgia, who elaborates on her fascinating journey within the equine world. From her beginnings in Marietta and academic strides at the University of Kentucky to undertaking pivotal roles at the forefront of…

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Chronic Stress: Connecting the Dots between Layoffs and Burnout with Cait Donovan 49:47

20d ago49:47

49:47

Recent episodes and tech industry layoff trends made us wonder – is there a connection between layoff events and burnout? And if there is, are there differences in how burnout shows up in people impacted by layoffs, in those who remain, and in leaders? In episode 299 burnout expert, coach, keynote speaker, and podcaster Cait Donovan returns to help…

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78 | What it Takes to be a True Trailblazer in the Equine Industry with Desiree Heath-Mills 37:20

25d ago37:20

37:20

Desiree emphasizes the significance of internships, detailing how her experience at APHA became a cornerstone of her career. She discusses the multi-faceted roles within the organization that promote equine lifestyle and culture, underscoring her achievements in expanding APHA's reach through initiatives like the "Chrome" magazine. Desiree imparts …

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Conscious Decisions and Aspects of Technical Leadership with Tad Reeves (3/3) 32:20

27d ago32:20

32:20

Technical managers are responsible for developing great engineers, right? Yes, but that is only part of the job. Technical managers should also be developing leaders on their team. But how exactly do you do that? It starts with delegating some leadership responsibility when you delegate work. Tad Reeves, our guest in episode 298, returns to share h…

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77 | Finding Your "Why" in the Equine Industry with Stephanie Smith 40:48

1M ago40:48

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In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley introduces Stephanie Smith, a recent graduate and current extension educator, whose career path from Virginia to Oklahoma offers a compelling narrative about the wide potential of careers in agriculture beyond traditional farming. With her foundation in the equine sector…

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Consulting and Content Management: Blinking Lights and Big Impacts with Tad Reeves (2/3) 36:30

1M ago36:30

36:30

How can a technology become our focus area unexpectedly? For Tad Reeves, it started when he said yes to the right opportunity. After doing back-end systems work for hosting providers, working in web design and development, stints in contracting and consulting, and experience with web analytics platforms…content management systems seem like a logica…

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76 | The Power of Saying Yes & Navigating Career Opportunities in Ag Communications with Hannah Crandall 44:08

1M ago44:08

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In this engaging episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley introduces listeners to Hannah Crandall, a dynamic marketing and media manager from the North Texas Fair and Rodeo. Highlighting Hannah's impressive rise within the equine industry, the episode delves into her unconventional journey, from an agricultural communi…

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Sustained Interest: A Formula for Technical Mastery with Tad Reeves (1/3) 42:46

1M ago42:46

42:46

What do you love most about your job? Give that some thought before you answer. Have you forgotten what brought you into this industry in the first place? Tad Reeves, our guest this week in episode 296, has been consistently reminded of the things he loves about technology throughout his career. Tad originally pursued mechanical engineering but mad…

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75 | The Power of Intentional Networking: How Connections Elevate Your Equine Career with Clara Quade 47:19

2M ago47:19

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In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley sits down with Clara Quade, a determined young professional making her mark in the equine industry. From her beginnings in Minnesota to graduating from Asbury University and navigating her early career challenges, Clara’s journey is rich with insights. She shares her sto…

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AI and Automation: Repeatable Patterns for Learning, Consulting, and Growth with Erik Gross (2/2) 50:10

2M ago50:10

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How many questions should you ask before offering your opinion? If you’re working as a consultant in tech, Erik Gross would advise not offering your opinion until you have the full context of the problem to be solved and the organization you’re trying to help. Erik’s recommendations for being successful as a consultant follow a repeatable pattern. …

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74 | The Power of Vulnerability & How Asking for Help Can Transform Your Career 12:56

2M ago12:56

12:56

In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley explores the evolving concept of independence and its impact on our professional and personal lives. As we approach the final quarter of 2024, Jodi brings a timely message on the importance of building a balanced sense of autonomy that includes seeking and accepting help…

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Idea Management: Supporting Business Growth by Investing in People with Erik Gross (1/2) 52:04

2M ago52:04

52:04

Entrepreneurs have no shortage of ideas. But how do they know if a new business idea is actually a good idea? Our guest this week would advise seeking fast feedback during the ideation process to save time, preserve energy, and remain focused on delivering value to your intended audience. This week in episode 294 we’re rejoined by Erik Gross to dis…

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73 | Exploring a Career in Equine Law with Corinne Mitchell 43:32

2M ago43:32

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Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional" podcast hosted by Jodi Lynch Findley. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating career of Corinne Mitchell, an equine lawyer and competitor in the show ring. Corinne shares her journey from being a "horse crazy" girl in Chicagoland to creating and leading the Equine Law…

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Enterprise Knowledge Management: A Consultative Approach to Solving the Right Problems with Abby Clobridge (2/2) 56:35

2M ago56:35

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Are you solving the right problem? To get a specific outcome, the problem we need to solve is not always what we think it is. Abby Clobridge, the founder and lead consultant at FireOak Strategies, and her team perform detailed discovery with clients to ensure everyone is aligned to solve the right problem(s). This week in episode 293 we discuss Abb…

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72 | How to Navigate and Explore Non-Traditional Equine Careers 36:55

2M ago36:55

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In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley welcomes Megan Smith, a seasoned equestrian professional whose career has uniquely evolved from a biology major to a prominent role in equine sales. Through engaging dialogue, Megan and Jodi explore the diverse career paths within the equine industry, the importance of s…

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Library Science: Information Architecture and the Synthesis of Details with Abby Clobridge (1/2) 49:38

2M ago49:38

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What do you think the following jobs have in common? The answer will give you a hint about our guest this week! Doing statistical work for a market research firm Conducting research for a popular news network Architecting information flow and query optimization for websites Leading digitization initiatives for a university Becoming a consultant Own…

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71 | From the Judging Ring to Thriving Equine Professional at Zoetis with Sara Schaefer 37:48

2M ago37:48

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In this episode of The Thriving Equine Professional, host Jodi Lynch Findley speaks with Sara Schaefer, a pioneering figure in the equine and agricultural education sectors. Coming from a dairy farm background in Wisconsin and now residing in Iowa, Sara's career path has been anything but linear. As the Manager of Training and Facilitation for Live…

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Layoffs and Job Market Impacts: Experience with RIFs Preferred with Real Job Talk (2/2) 30:12

3M ago30:12

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For job seekers out there, are you getting ghosted by potential employers even after asking for a status update? Is it possible that the impact of tech industry layoffs on the current job market might explain some of this, or are we observing a lack of leadership and communication? This week in episode 291, we continue a focused discussion on layof…

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70 | From Stuck to Thriving: 5 Essential Tips for Every Equine Professional 28:39

3M ago28:39

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In this August wrap-up episode of the "Thriving Equine Professional" podcast, Jodi Lynch Findley, the founder of Jodi Speaks Life, dives into the theme of comparison and its implications on personal and professional growth. She acknowledges her own struggles with comparisonitis in recent weeks and discusses the pervasive impact of social media on s…

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Reduction in Force: Navigating Layoff Trends in Tech with Real Job Talk (1/2) 39:56

3M ago39:56

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Are layoffs in the tech industry a trend that will continue? What can IT workers do about it? Whether you’ve been impacted by a layoff event, lost colleagues in a layoff, or have just been watching from afar…this episode is part of a focused discussion on layoffs meant to encourage and advise all of us. This week in episode 290 we’re joined by Kat …

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69 | How to Find Your Own Unique Career Path in the Equine Industry with Danielle Aamodt 52:21

3M ago52:21

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In this insightful episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley engages in a fascinating conversation with Danielle Aamodt, a multifaceted equine industry consultant, coach, and insurance agent. Danielle shares her unique journey, starting from her early passion for horses to her diverse roles across the equine industry, a…

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Enhance Your Personal Brand: Feedback as a Catalyst for Change with Dale McKay (2/2) 40:43

3M ago40:43

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How often do you ask other people for feedback? Why are you asking for feedback in the first place, and what will you do with the feedback you receive? Dale McKay, our guest this week in episode 289, would remind us that the purpose of feedback is to make ourselves better, and we can articulate that purpose to other people when we ask them for hone…

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68 | Championing Your Career in Vet Med with Sara Adcock-Brazier and Woodside Equine Clinic 44:14

3M ago44:14

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In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley converses with Sara Adcock-Brazier, an esteemed Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) at Woodside Equine Clinic. With a rich background in small animal emergency care, Sara shares her journey and the pivotal moments that led her to thrive in equine veterinary medicine. Li…

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Guardrails for Growth: A Mentor’s Experience with Dale McKay (1/2) 38:16

3M ago38:16

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What would the job description for a mentor look like? For Dale McKay, our guest this week in episode 288, mentoring is a passion area. In fact, Nick has been blessed to have Dale as his mentor for several years. Today, Dale McKay is a VMware consultant working with federal customers. In this discussion Dale shares his Naval experience and tech ind…

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67 | How Denise Alvarez, Owner of Stormlily Marketing Turned her Passion for Horses into a Business 47:44

3M ago47:44

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Thriving Equine Professional, where Jodi is chatting with Denise Alvarez, the founder of Stormlily Marketing. Denise shares her journey from growing up with quarter horses to developing a career in marketing and eventually combining the two passions into a thriving business. Through insightful discussions, she …

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Scope Creep: Evaluating Impact in Career Decisions as a Principal Engineer with Max Kanat-Alexander (3/3) 35:33

3M ago35:33

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Can we progress to the highest levels of the technical career ladder like senior staff or principal without destroying our lives? Max Kanat-Alexander would say it comes down to getting very clear about what your job is and is not. Those seeking to become principal engineers must relentlessly focus on the work they are uniquely suited to deliver wit…

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66 | Dr. Melissa Siard Altman's Journey from Passionate Equestrian to Equine Science Professor at Asbury University 49:50

4M ago49:50

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In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley sits down with Dr. Melissa Siard Altman, a leading figure at Asbury University’s equine program. Dr. Altman shares her transformative journey from a horse-crazy girl in Tennessee to becoming a pivotal educator and researcher in the equine industry. Jodi and Melissa delve…

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Succession Planning: Delegation Skills and Technical Ownership with Max Kanat-Alexander (2/3) 41:39

4M ago41:39

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What should we consider before taking on a new work-related or personal project? Max Kanat-Alexander, our guest this week in episode 286, thinks about the end of his involvement in a project as a first step. The only way to focus on bigger things that could make a larger impact is to offload what you’re working on now. Succession planning is about …

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65 | 3 Ways to Transform Your Community 26:11

4M ago26:11

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In this inspiring solo episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," Jodi Lynch Findley delves into the profound importance of community building. She opens the episode with an empowering message, celebrating the strength and capabilities of her listeners. Jodi points out the crucial role communities play, especially as we navigate through the cha…

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Contribute Back: Embracing the Open Source Spirit with Max Kanat-Alexander (1/3) 48:41

4M ago48:41

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Do you know anything about Bugzilla? Sometimes the answer to a simple, unexpected question like this can change our direction. Max Kanat-Alexander, our guest this week in episode 285, once answered this question with a resounding yes because of something he’d done earlier. Max spent time triaging bugs for the Mozilla project while in college and ha…

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