The Professionists Podcast
The Professionists helps college students and professionals explore the massive range of careers that are out there. It also explores professional development and looks at the journeys of experienced professionals and entrepreneurs. Wherever you are in your journey, whoever you are, come and find your fit, with The Professionists Podcast! www.theprofessionists.com Instagram: @theprofessionists
Episodes
26 episodes
Episode 24 - Recruiting Spies
In this episode, we talk with veteran intelligence professonal, Bill Golden. Bill is a former member of the IC and is the founder of www.intelligencecareers.com and now helps recruit professionals to government agencies and private companies th...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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47:52
Episode 23 - Taking a swing
In this episode we chat with former golf pro and Aussie expat, Todd Balkin. Todd is based in Dallas Texas and after a career as a student athlete worked as a golf pro in Dallas. Using his interpersonal skills and professional curio...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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38:14
Episode 25 - Becoming a Veterinarian with Dr. Valerie Coerver
In this episode, we speak with veteriarian, Dr. Valerie Coerver!Dr Coerver shares with us her professional journey, walks us through the life of a vet, and discusses what changes she anticipates seeing in the years ahead for veterinaria...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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51:04
Episode 22 - Stranger Things, Netflix & Finding Your Path
In this episode we talk about Netflix hit 'Stranger Things' and career exploration with production assistant Madison Martin!We talk with Madison about her journey into the world of Hollywood production, finding your own path and how to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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58:09
Episode 21 - Sandra Bang - Developing Talent & Making The Most Of Opportunity
In this episode, we speak with talent and leadership expert Sandra Bang. Sandra is first generation lawyer, executive coach and the CEO and founder of The Sable Group. She has a wealth of experience that Sandra's leveraged into a career as a ta...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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42:06
Episode 5 - Johnny Cruz, NFL & NBA Player Agent
In this episode of The Professionists, we will explore the seemingly glamorous world of talent management. We speak with promoter, marketer and NBA & NFL player agent, Johnny Cruz. As we chat with Johnny, we'll explore his own caree...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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58:54
Episode 19 - Applying mental toughness lessons from the CIA to professional life, Andrew Bustamante returns!
In the almost final episode of season 2, we welcome back form CIA Case officer, US Air Force veteran and entrepreneur Andrew Bustamante!After serving in the CIA for 7 years, Andrew founded EveryDaySpy a company that teaches every day sp...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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57:47
Episode 18 - Col. Sparky Matthews (USAF & US Space Force)
In episode 18, we chat with Col. Dr. Sparky Matthews! Col. Matthews is a veteran of the US Air Force and was the 1st Surgeon General of the US Space Force. In addition to serving in a wide variety of medical and leadership roles, and his ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:08:36
Episode 17 - Private Intelligence with Adam Grech of Strategic Insights Group
We explore a little more of the world of investigations and intelligence by chatting with Adam Grech of Texas based private intelligence firm, Strategic Insights Group (SIG).Based in Fort Worth, SIG serves clients all over the US and in...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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35:19
Episode 16 - Building a start up with LSAT Engine
In Episode 16 of the Professionists we met with Josh Lord and Justin Capuano. Josh and Justin are entrepreneurs who founded LSAT Engine, an LSAT preparation firm that has focussed on using technology to make high quality, cost effective LSAT pr...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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57:35
Episode 20 - Kris Levy making a career from your passion (hint - Wine!)
The world of wine is romantic, interesting and exotic, but how on earth do you go about building a career in the wine industry? In this episode, we explore the journey of Kris Levy, the founder the Kris Levy Wine Company. When he isn't ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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49:22
Episode 13 - Becoming a Private Investigator with Wes Bearden
The world of private investigations is one that is a little unclear to many of us! In this episode, we talk with Wes Bearden, the CEO of the Bearden Investigation Agency, a private investigation agency that conducts sophisticated private invest...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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49:16
Episode 14 - A career as a nutritionist with Illa Garcia, The Millennial Nutritionist
As we continue to explore career paths, we turn our attention to the career of a nutritionist. In this episode, we speak with Illa Garcia, the founder of The Millenial Nutritionist.When Illa began her dietetic work in a hospital, she no...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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44:24
Episode 15 - Logan Leslie: From special forces, to Harvard, to entrepreneurship
In this episode of the podcast we speak with Logan Leslie. To say Logan is a regular guy is the definition of understatement. After joining the U.S. Army at 17, he went on to join the Green Berets, the Army's Special Forces element. After compl...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:10:29
Episode 12 - Robert Conti and career tips for the new graduate
Episode 1 of season 2 kicks off with University of Miami alum and Dallas based recruiter Robert Conti! We will explore his own entrepreneurial journey and explore what college grads and young professionals need to explore as they enter the work...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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53:34
Episode 11 - Management Consulting Ins & Outs
In episode 10, we chat with friend of the show Daniel Huizinga. Daniel is a former Management Consultant who is currently pursuing his MBA at the University of Chicago.Daniel discussed financial health and preparedness in episode 7, but...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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51:36
Episode 10 - A Diplomatic Career with Julie Kavanagh
This episode's 'Professionist' is Julie Kavanagh, a former US diplomat with almost 30 years of experience with the State Department. Apart from spending time in China, Taiwan, Russia and South America, she's got a wealth of experience in intern...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:00:44
Episode 9 - Spy skills in the workplace with Andrew Bustamante
Ever wondered how to make the most of your network?Ever thought about how to get what you want out of your personal and professional relationships?Wondering how you can 'win the workplace?'Wonder no more! In this week's ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:02:51
Episode 7 - Financial Planning for Young Professionals
Financial planning is something that has always been important, perhaps now more than ever.In this episode of The Professionists, we will meet with former Accenture Management Consultant and financial planning educator and current Unive...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:08:32
Episode 8 - Exploring an MBA with Donna McClure
In this episode we discuss the role of MBA's for the professionals of today, and tomorrow! We speak with Donna McClure, a career coach at Texas A & M University's Mays Business School.After living abroad for many years, Donna has a ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:00:20
Episode 6 - Savanna Perry & The PA Platform
As we continue The Professionists journey, we speak with Physician Assistant (PA) and founder of The PA Platform. Savanna specializes in dermatology and we'll explore her journey from college to PA school and into practice. We will also discuss...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:23:35
Episode 4 - Jason Dingee & The Talent Cookbook
This week's guest is technical recruiter and founder of tech recruitment firm Talent Cookbook, Jason Dingee. We'll explore his journey to the recruitment industry and we'll explore how you can go about entering into the growing technology space...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:06:44
Episode 3 - Becoming a Nurse Practitioner with Amanda Guarniere & The Resume RX
This week's episode will be an exciting one, as we explore the career of a nurse practitioner! We speak with Yale trained nurse practitioner (NP) Amanda Guarniere and we'll explore her career in emergency medicine and the day to day lif...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:04:17
Episode 2 - Earl Dauley - resumes, resumes, resumes!
We meet with Earl Dauley of Career Pulse as we explore his own journey and look at the many ways in which you can set yourself apart with an outstanding resume. We will also address your questions on all things resume related!For more i...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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51:26
Episode 1 - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jeff Price, USAF, Diplomat, DIA: An Adventurous Life
In our first episode, we hear from Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jeff Price. Jeff's career started out in the US Air Force as a B1 navigator and after serving in combat aviation, he served as the Air Force Attache to Great Britain. Followin...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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51:19