Life's Ambition
When it comes to stories, there are so many that are out there from hanging out with your friends to spending time with a random person in your career field. The most important story, however, is the one of your life. The story of your life includes what obstacles and interactions have you had to become the person you are today and what continues to push you to succeed now. This podcast goes in depth with people across many backgrounds and experiences that will share their story of how they got to their career of today and what one may experience with it.
Episodes
38 episodes
Episode 37: Lynn Bigelow
Lynn Bigelow discuss her journey into athletic training, her experiences with injuries, and the importance of building trust with patients. Lynn shares insights into the role of athletic trainers, the differences between athletic trainers and p...
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51:48
Episode 36: Harry Eng
Harry Eng, from early entrepreneurial ventures to military service and personal growth through academic challenges. The discussion highlights key life lessons learned from failures, the importance of responsibility, and the skills acquired in t...
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Epsiode 35: Scott Zeligson
Scott Zeligson shares his journey into the accounting profession, discussing the importance of education, the necessity of people skills, and the differences between public and private accounting. He elaborates on the complexities of tax law, t...
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Episode 34: Fran Zollers
Fran Zollers discuss her journey from law school to becoming a professor, the challenges and changes in academia, and the importance of critical thinking and real-world application in education. She explores generational differences in student ...
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53:41
Episode 33: Jimi Gibson
In this engaging conversation, Jimi Gibson shares his unique journey from being a magician to a successful marketer. He discusses how his background in magic has influenced his approach to marketing, emphasizing the importance of connection, au...
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43:46
Episode 32: Mitch Arion
Veterinarian, Mitch Arion, shares his journey into the veterinary profession, the challenges of starting and running a veterinary practice, and the evolving landscape of veterinary medicine. Mitch discusses the importance of passion for animals...
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59:26
Episode 31: Dan Bresingham
Dan Bresingham dives into his journey of the finance world, discussing his educational background, the importance of certifications like the CPA, and the transition from public accounting to private industry. He emphasizes the significance of l...
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Episode 30: Jim Dannhauser
In this conversation, Jim Dannhauser shares his journey from law school to becoming a CFO in the theme park industry. He discusses his experiences in investment banking, the challenges of balancing work and family life, and the strategies for m...
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33:16
Episode 29: Joe Maruca
Joe Maruca shares his unique journey from being drafted into firefighting as a teenager to becoming a fire chief, while simultaneously having a law career. He discusses the realities of firefighting, the importance of community service, and ...
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55:43
Episode 28: Ed Chatelain Part 2
In this part 2 conversation, Ed Chatelain shares the journey of evolving from an ice cream shop owner to a successful family-run real estate business. He discusses the importance of networking, the challenges of the Massachusetts housing market...
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Episode 27: Ed Chatelain Part 1
In this conversation, Ed Chatelain shares his journey from working in anthropology and archaeology to owning a successful ice cream shop on Cape Cod. He discusses the importance of family support in pursuing dreams, the challenges of entrepr...
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49:01
Episode 26: Joan Shafer
Joan Shafer, an organizational culture assessor, shares her remarkable journey from engineering to aerospace, and ultimately to her current role in leadership development. Joan discusses her awakening during a year of travel, her spiritual g...
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57:55
Episode 25: Joe Hartge
Joe Hartge shares his remarkable journey from a young boy with hearing loss to becoming a celebrated member of the U.S. Deaf Olympic Hockey Team. He discusses his experiences in the stagehand industry, the challenges of working in a union, and ...
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47:26
Episode 24: Eric Parvin
In this conversation, Eric shares his journey through the tech industry, detailing the challenges of troubleshooting in high-pressure environments and the evolution of his role from a field engineer to a cloud solution architect. He discusse...
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59:15
Episode 23: Cliff Scales
Cliff Scales, a former professional basketball player and trainer, discusses his journey from playing multiple sports in his youth to focusing on basketball, his experiences in NCAA Division 1 basketball, and his transition to playing profes...
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56:19
Episode 22: Janis Hamilton
Janis Hamilton shares her inspiring journey from nursing to becoming a leader in fundraising. She discusses her early influences, the importance of mentorship, and how her passion for helping others led her to a fulfilling career in philanth...
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1:02:47
Support and Engagement
Wanted to thank everyone that follows! Been a passion project of mine for a very long time and can't wait to see what the future has in store for all of us! More episodes to come!
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Episode 21: Dr. Ronjon Paul
In this conversation, Dr. Paul shares his journey into orthopedic surgery, discussing the importance of mentorship, the evolution of surgical techniques, and the complexities of spine surgery. He emphasizes the significance of pat...
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1:09:03
Episode 20: Adrienne Giordano
Adrienne Giordano, a bestselling author, illustrates her journey from a love of storytelling to becoming a published author. She discussed her early influences, the challenges of writing, the transition from various careers to writing full-t...
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49:24
Episode 19: Leslie Cohen
In this conversation, Leslie Cohen shares her journey from aspiring doctor to civil engineer, and eventually to Chief Operating Officer in the real estate development sector. She discusses the importance of internships, the transition from engi...
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35:32
Episode 18: Marc Goldberg
Marc Goldberg shares his journey from working in the nuclear energy sector to becoming an entrepreneur in the oil and gas industry, and eventually founding a successful trade show marketing business. He emphasizes the importance of adaptabil...
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47:48
Episode 17: James Jefferson
In this conversation, James shares his journey from Long Island to Baltimore, detailing his experiences growing up, discovering his passion for surgical technology, and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the importance of ro...
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Episode 16: David Erickson
David Erickson, a seasoned financial advisor with nearly 20 years of experience, discusses his journey to becoming a financial advisor, the importance of connections and certifications, and the power of saving early. David emphasizes the nee...
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