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- The importance of Soft Skills
- Why you should surround yourself with a motivating circle of friends
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we welcome back Fred Stuvek Jr. Chris and Fred talk all about how young people and college students should choose their majors, how to create their own career path, and how to navigate the ever-changing job market in the time of Covid.</p><p>They also discuss Fred's new book, "Don't F*** This Up: How To Get What You Want In Life".</p><p>-----------</p><p>To get in touch with Fred, you can visit his website or connect with him on social media, all linked below:</p><p>www.fredstuvek.com</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FStuvek/">https://www.facebook.com/FStuvek/</a></p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FStuvek">https://twitter.com/FStuvek</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Fredstuvek/">https://www.instagram.com/Fredstuvek/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredstuvekjr/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredstuvekjr/</a></p><p> </p><p>To get in touch with Chris, you can email him at <strong>chris@chris-molina.com </strong>or connect with him on social media:</p><p>LinkedIn:  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-molina/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-molina/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/camolina3/">https://www.instagram.com/camolina3/</a></p><p> </p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we welcome back Fred Stuvek Jr. Chris and Fred talk all about how young people and college students should choose their majors, how to create their own career path, and how to navigate the ever-changing job market in the time of Covid.</p><p>They also discuss Fred's new book, "Don't F*** This Up: How To Get What You Want In Life".</p><p>-----------</p><p>To get in touch with Fred, you can visit his website or connect with him on social media, all linked below:</p><p>www.fredstuvek.com</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FStuvek/">https://www.facebook.com/FStuvek/</a></p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FStuvek">https://twitter.com/FStuvek</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Fredstuvek/">https://www.instagram.com/Fredstuvek/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredstuvekjr/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredstuvekjr/</a></p><p> </p><p>To get in touch with Chris, you can email him at <strong>chris@chris-molina.com </strong>or connect with him on social media:</p><p>LinkedIn:  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-molina/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-molina/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/camolina3/">https://www.instagram.com/camolina3/</a></p><p> </p>
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      <itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we welcome back Fred Stuvek Jr. Chris and Fred talk all about how young people and college students should choose their majors, how to create their own career path, and how to navigate the ever-changing job market in the time of Covid.

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        <![CDATA[<p>Liliana is a junior at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. </p><p>She is majoring in biology, with a minor in psychology.  </p><p>She’s also a Student Executive Leader for Student Leadership and Development Office AND, she plays soccer on the OLLU Women's soccer team.</p><p>And if there are any recruiters listening… Post-graduation or internship, interesting in Outpatient & Physical Therapy</p><p>Liliana has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why is Liliana so passionate about Physical Therapy, Biology, and Psychology?</li><li>Why it’s important to get involved on campus?</li><li>What are some tips for developing good study habits? </li><li>The benefit of communicating with your professors?</li><li>Her advice on knowing what you can handle. </li><li>What’s her favorite way to unwind?</li><li>Her favorite Romance titles?</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Liliana or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:  </p><p>Email: lbriseno18fl@ollusa.edu</p><p>Instagram: @Ollubluenation</p>
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She is majoring in biology, with a minor in psychology.  

She’s also a Student Executive Leader for Student Leadership and Development Office AND, she plays soccer on the OLLU Women's soccer team.

And if there are any recruiters listening… Post-graduation or internship, interesting in Outpatient &amp; Physical Therapy

Liliana has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:

- Why is Liliana so passionate about Physical Therapy, Biology, and Psychology?
- Why it’s important to get involved on campus?
- What are some tips for developing good study habits? 
- The benefit of communicating with your professors?
- Her advice on knowing what you can handle. 
- What’s her favorite way to unwind?
- Her favorite Romance titles?</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Liliana is a junior at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. 

She is majoring in biology, with a minor in psychology.  

She’s also a Student Executive Leader for Student Leadership and Development Office AND, she plays soccer on the OLLU Women's soccer team.

And if there are any recruiters listening… Post-graduation or internship, interesting in Outpatient &amp; Physical Therapy

Liliana has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:

- Why is Liliana so passionate about Physical Therapy, Biology, and Psychology?
- Why it’s important to get involved on campus?
- What are some tips for developing good study habits? 
- The benefit of communicating with your professors?
- Her advice on knowing what you can handle. 
- What’s her favorite way to unwind?
- Her favorite Romance titles?</itunes:subtitle>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Kristen Day. Kristen is a writer, video producer, performer, and encourager from Indianapolis, IN. She's a senior studying Marketing, Communication, and Acting at Purdue University. </p><p>Aside from her studies, Kristen is President of Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe, Ad Liberation, and will be joining Kohl's as a Marketing Strategy Coordinator after graduating in May 2021. She also writes for her blog at thekristenday.com. </p><p>Kristen has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why is Kristen so passionate about Marketing, Communication, and Acting?</li><li>Why did she pursue a Leadership Role in Ad Liberation (Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe)?</li><li>How would you describe Leadership Roles on college campus?</li><li>Her advice for Freshmen navigating the Fall 2020 semester.</li><li>Her advice and words of encouragement for PoC and women on college campuses.</li><li>Advice on Quitting.<ul><li>“If it’s not the ‘yes’ for you, then it’s not going to make you great.”</li></ul></li><li>Being unsure about what you want to do for a living.</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Kristen or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:  </p><p>Website: thekristenday.com</p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Kristen Day. Kristen is a writer, video producer, performer, and encourager from Indianapolis, IN. She's a senior studying Marketing, Communication, and Acting at Purdue University. </p><p>Aside from her studies, Kristen is President of Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe, Ad Liberation, and will be joining Kohl's as a Marketing Strategy Coordinator after graduating in May 2021. She also writes for her blog at thekristenday.com. </p><p>Kristen has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why is Kristen so passionate about Marketing, Communication, and Acting?</li><li>Why did she pursue a Leadership Role in Ad Liberation (Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe)?</li><li>How would you describe Leadership Roles on college campus?</li><li>Her advice for Freshmen navigating the Fall 2020 semester.</li><li>Her advice and words of encouragement for PoC and women on college campuses.</li><li>Advice on Quitting.<ul><li>“If it’s not the ‘yes’ for you, then it’s not going to make you great.”</li></ul></li><li>Being unsure about what you want to do for a living.</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Kristen or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:  </p><p>Website: thekristenday.com</p>
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      <itunes:summary>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Kristen Day. Kristen is a writer, video producer, performer, and encourager from Indianapolis, IN. She's a senior studying Marketing, Communication, and Acting at Purdue University. 

Aside from her studies, Kristen is President of Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe, Ad Liberation, and will be joining Kohl's as a Marketing Strategy Coordinator after graduating in May 2021. She also writes for her blog at thekristenday.com. 

Kristen has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:

- Why is Kristen so passionate about Marketing, Communication, and Acting?
- Why did she pursue a Leadership Role in Ad Liberation (Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe)?
- How would you describe Leadership Roles on college campus?
- Her advice for Freshmen navigating the Fall 2020 semester.
- Her advice and words of encouragement for PoC and women on college campuses.
- Advice on Quitting.

If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. 

If you'd like to follow up with Kristen or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:  

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      <itunes:subtitle>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Kristen Day. Kristen is a writer, video producer, performer, and encourager from Indianapolis, IN. She's a senior studying Marketing, Communication, and Acting at Purdue University. 

Aside from her studies, Kristen is President of Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe, Ad Liberation, and will be joining Kohl's as a Marketing Strategy Coordinator after graduating in May 2021. She also writes for her blog at thekristenday.com. 

Kristen has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:

- Why is Kristen so passionate about Marketing, Communication, and Acting?
- Why did she pursue a Leadership Role in Ad Liberation (Purdue's only long-form improv comedy troupe)?
- How would you describe Leadership Roles on college campus?
- Her advice for Freshmen navigating the Fall 2020 semester.
- Her advice and words of encouragement for PoC and women on college campuses.
- Advice on Quitting.

If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. 

If you'd like to follow up with Kristen or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:  

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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Nathan Surges. Nathan is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in Marketing & a minor in Psychology). </p><p>Nathan has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why he focuses so much of his energy on Sales & Leadership?</li><li>12 mins Importance of Time Management for aspiring Student Leaders.</li><li>Starting your day with having direction.</li><li>Advice for College Freshman.</li><li>Finding a Mentor.</li><li>How to choose a Student Org.</li><li>Biggest Accomplishment as a Student Leader.</li><li>Biggest Takeaway as a Student Leader.</li><li>The long-term benefits to being engaged in Student Organizations.</li><li>Learning to say ‘no’ to things.</li><li>Can he play a saxophone if he picked one up right now?</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Nathan or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:  </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathansurges/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathansurges/</a></p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:nsurges@purdue.edu">nsurges@purdue.edu</a></p><p><br /> </p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 7 Sep 2020 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chris Molina, Nathan Surges)</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Nathan Surges. Nathan is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in Marketing & a minor in Psychology). </p><p>Nathan has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why he focuses so much of his energy on Sales & Leadership?</li><li>12 mins Importance of Time Management for aspiring Student Leaders.</li><li>Starting your day with having direction.</li><li>Advice for College Freshman.</li><li>Finding a Mentor.</li><li>How to choose a Student Org.</li><li>Biggest Accomplishment as a Student Leader.</li><li>Biggest Takeaway as a Student Leader.</li><li>The long-term benefits to being engaged in Student Organizations.</li><li>Learning to say ‘no’ to things.</li><li>Can he play a saxophone if he picked one up right now?</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Nathan or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:  </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathansurges/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathansurges/</a></p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:nsurges@purdue.edu">nsurges@purdue.edu</a></p><p><br /> </p>
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      <itunes:summary>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Nathan Surges. Nathan is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in Marketing &amp; a minor in Psychology). 

Nathan has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:

-Why he focuses so much of his energy on Sales &amp; Leadership?
-12 mins Importance of Time Management for aspiring Student Leaders.
-Starting your day with having direction.
-Advice for College Freshman.
-Finding a Mentor.
-How to choose a Student Org.
-Biggest Accomplishment as a Student Leader.
-Biggest Takeaway as a Student Leader.
-The long-term benefits to being engaged in Student Organizations.
-Learning to say ‘no’ to things.
-Can he play a saxophone if he picked one up right now?</itunes:summary>
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Nathan has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:

-Why he focuses so much of his energy on Sales &amp; Leadership?
-12 mins Importance of Time Management for aspiring Student Leaders.
-Starting your day with having direction.
-Advice for College Freshman.
-Finding a Mentor.
-How to choose a Student Org.
-Biggest Accomplishment as a Student Leader.
-Biggest Takeaway as a Student Leader.
-The long-term benefits to being engaged in Student Organizations.
-Learning to say ‘no’ to things.
-Can he play a saxophone if he picked one up right now?</itunes:subtitle>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Chloe Jenkins. Chloe is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in General Management & a concentration in Data Analytics through the Krannert School of Management). </p><p>Chloe has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why she chooses to focus on Leadership & Supply-Chain.</li><li>Her advice to Freshmen/Sophomores about being a Leader on campus.</li><li>Her advice to women who want to Lead on campus.</li><li>How to find a woman mentor on campus.  </li><li>What she was surprised about her negative self-talk as a Freshman. </li><li>Her realization that the world didn’t revolve around her “Women in Business” club.</li><li>Why relationship-building shifted the way she Leads.</li><li>Why it's important to empower & recognize other Leaders around her.</li><li>How to be more approachable to others, as a Leader.</li><li>Her biggest accomplishment & biggest takeaway as a Student Leader.</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Chloe or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways: </p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-jenkins-9353a6154/</p><p> </p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 10:00:47 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chloe Jenkins, Chris Molina)</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Chloe Jenkins. Chloe is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in General Management & a concentration in Data Analytics through the Krannert School of Management). </p><p>Chloe has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:</p><ul><li>Why she chooses to focus on Leadership & Supply-Chain.</li><li>Her advice to Freshmen/Sophomores about being a Leader on campus.</li><li>Her advice to women who want to Lead on campus.</li><li>How to find a woman mentor on campus.  </li><li>What she was surprised about her negative self-talk as a Freshman. </li><li>Her realization that the world didn’t revolve around her “Women in Business” club.</li><li>Why relationship-building shifted the way she Leads.</li><li>Why it's important to empower & recognize other Leaders around her.</li><li>How to be more approachable to others, as a Leader.</li><li>Her biggest accomplishment & biggest takeaway as a Student Leader.</li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Chloe or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways: </p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-jenkins-9353a6154/</p><p> </p>
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      <itunes:summary>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Chloe Jenkins. Chloe is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in General Management &amp; a concentration in Data Analytics through the Krannert School of Management). 

Chloe has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:

- Why she chooses to focus on Leadership &amp; Supply-Chain.
- Her advice to Freshmen/Sophomores about being a Leader on campus.
- Her advice to women who want to Lead on campus.
- How to find a woman mentor on campus.  
- What she was surprised about her negative self-talk as a Freshman. 
- Her realization that the world didn’t revolve around her “Women in Business” club.
- Why relationship-building shifted the way she Leads.
- Why it's important to empower &amp; recognize other Leaders around her.
- How to be more approachable to others, as a Leader.
- Her biggest accomplishment &amp; biggest takeaway as a Student Leader.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Our guest on this episode of the "Student-To-Student Leadership Series" is Chloe Jenkins. Chloe is a Senior at the great establishment Purdue University (pursuing a Bachelors of Science w/ a Major in General Management &amp; a concentration in Data Analytics through the Krannert School of Management). 

Chloe has had a plethora of Student Leadership experiences and we get the pleasure of hearing her thoughts on:

- Why she chooses to focus on Leadership &amp; Supply-Chain.
- Her advice to Freshmen/Sophomores about being a Leader on campus.
- Her advice to women who want to Lead on campus.
- How to find a woman mentor on campus.  
- What she was surprised about her negative self-talk as a Freshman. 
- Her realization that the world didn’t revolve around her “Women in Business” club.
- Why relationship-building shifted the way she Leads.
- Why it's important to empower &amp; recognize other Leaders around her.
- How to be more approachable to others, as a Leader.
- Her biggest accomplishment &amp; biggest takeaway as a Student Leader.</itunes:subtitle>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode is Rob Judin. Rob the Director of Marketing & Creative Media at The Draft Network.  He's passion... or obsessed with Branding, Marketing, Sports Marketing, College Football, the NFL & the NFL Draft.</p><p>We had the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:</p><ul><li>His path to doing what he loves.</li><li>What he loves so much about Football.</li><li>What is Sports Marketing?  What people get wrong about Sports Marketing? </li><li>When you boil it down, what is Marketing?  </li><li>What you need to be in the Sports Industry?</li><li>Advice for Creatives.  </li><li>Passion vs Obsession.  </li><li>The heavy impact of Kobe’s death.</li><li>What is needed to be successful in Social Media (for individuals & organizations)?  </li><li>What is a Brand?  </li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Rob or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways: </p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertjudin/</p><p>Email: rob@thedraftnetwork.com</p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2020 10:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chris Molina, Robert Judin, Rob Judin)</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode is Rob Judin. Rob the Director of Marketing & Creative Media at The Draft Network.  He's passion... or obsessed with Branding, Marketing, Sports Marketing, College Football, the NFL & the NFL Draft.</p><p>We had the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:</p><ul><li>His path to doing what he loves.</li><li>What he loves so much about Football.</li><li>What is Sports Marketing?  What people get wrong about Sports Marketing? </li><li>When you boil it down, what is Marketing?  </li><li>What you need to be in the Sports Industry?</li><li>Advice for Creatives.  </li><li>Passion vs Obsession.  </li><li>The heavy impact of Kobe’s death.</li><li>What is needed to be successful in Social Media (for individuals & organizations)?  </li><li>What is a Brand?  </li></ul><p>If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. </p><p>If you'd like to follow up with Rob or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways: </p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertjudin/</p><p>Email: rob@thedraftnetwork.com</p>
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We had the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:

- His path to doing what he loves.
- What he loves so much about Football.
- What is Sports Marketing?  What people get wrong about Sports Marketing? 
- When you boil it down, what is Marketing?  
- What you need to be in the Sports Industry?
- Advice for Creatives.  
- Passion vs Obsession.  
- The heavy impact of Kobe’s death.
- What is needed to be successful in Social Media (for individuals &amp; organizations)?  
- What is a Brand?  </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Our guest on this episode is Rob Judin. Rob the Director of Marketing &amp; Creative Media at The Draft Network.  He's passion... or obsessed with Branding, Marketing, Sports Marketing, College Football, the NFL &amp; the NFL Draft.

We had the pleasure of hearing his thoughts on:

- His path to doing what he loves.
- What he loves so much about Football.
- What is Sports Marketing?  What people get wrong about Sports Marketing? 
- When you boil it down, what is Marketing?  
- What you need to be in the Sports Industry?
- Advice for Creatives.  
- Passion vs Obsession.  
- The heavy impact of Kobe’s death.
- What is needed to be successful in Social Media (for individuals &amp; organizations)?  
- What is a Brand?  </itunes:subtitle>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode is Odell Bizzell II. Odell is passionate about a few things, one of them is Leadership, and we dive into his thoughts on:</p><ul><li>What type of Leadership do we need now?</li><li>What type of Leadership do we need when COVID is over?</li><li>What type of Leadership do COLLEGE Student Leaders need?</li></ul><p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Odell or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways: <br />Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OdellSpeaks/">https://www.facebook.com/OdellSpeaks/</a><br />Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/odellbizzel">https://twitter.com/odellbizzel</a><br />LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/odell-bizzell-1886647/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/odell-bizzell-1886647/</a><br />Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/odellbizzell">https://instagram.com/odellbizzell</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngspEqw_RJWIKYvJio0c2Q">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngspEqw_RJWIKYvJio0c2Q</a></p><p>Website: <a href="ImpactSpeakingTips.com" target="_blank">ImpactSpeakingTips.com</a></p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:Odell@odellspeaks.com">Odell@odellspeaks.com</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 7 Jul 2020 09:00:31 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chris Molina, Odell Bizzell, Odell Bizzell II)</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode is Odell Bizzell II. Odell is passionate about a few things, one of them is Leadership, and we dive into his thoughts on:</p><ul><li>What type of Leadership do we need now?</li><li>What type of Leadership do we need when COVID is over?</li><li>What type of Leadership do COLLEGE Student Leaders need?</li></ul><p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Odell or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways: <br />Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OdellSpeaks/">https://www.facebook.com/OdellSpeaks/</a><br />Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/odellbizzel">https://twitter.com/odellbizzel</a><br />LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/odell-bizzell-1886647/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/odell-bizzell-1886647/</a><br />Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/odellbizzell">https://instagram.com/odellbizzell</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngspEqw_RJWIKYvJio0c2Q">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngspEqw_RJWIKYvJio0c2Q</a></p><p>Website: <a href="ImpactSpeakingTips.com" target="_blank">ImpactSpeakingTips.com</a></p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:Odell@odellspeaks.com">Odell@odellspeaks.com</a></p>
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      <itunes:summary>Our guest on this episode is Odell Bizzell II. Odell is passionate about a few things, one of them is Leadership and we dive into his thoughts on:

- What type of Leadership do we need during COVID?
- What type of Leadership do we need when COVID is over?
- What type of Leadership do COLLEGE Student Leaders need?

Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Odell or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OdellSpeaks/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/odellbizzel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/odell-bizzell-1886647/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/odellbizzell
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngspEqw_RJWIKYvJio0c2Q
Website: ImpactSpeakingTips.com
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      <itunes:subtitle>Our guest on this episode is Odell Bizzell II. Odell is passionate about a few things, one of them is Leadership and we dive into his thoughts on:

- What type of Leadership do we need during COVID?
- What type of Leadership do we need when COVID is over?
- What type of Leadership do COLLEGE Student Leaders need?

Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Odell or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OdellSpeaks/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/odellbizzel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/odell-bizzell-1886647/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/odellbizzell
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngspEqw_RJWIKYvJio0c2Q
Website: ImpactSpeakingTips.com
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<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Sam or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:</p>
<p>Website: https://www.9to5nomad.co/</p>
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<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Sam or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:</p>
<p>Website: https://www.9to5nomad.co/</p>
<p>Instagram: @9to5.nomad</p>
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<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Fred or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:</p>
<p>Website: https://itstartswithyou.net/contact/</p>
<p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredstuvekjr</p>
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<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Fred or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:</p>
<p>Website: https://itstartswithyou.net/contact/</p>
<p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredstuvekjr</p>
<h2>If you'd like to purchase Fred's book, you can find it <a href="https://amzn.to/2I1OGzO">here</a>.</h2>
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<p>If you'd like to purchase Stage Fight on Amazon, you can click <a href="https://amzn.to/2Hi5sKL">here</a>.</p>
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<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Cody or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:</p>
<p>Email: cody@stagefightclub.com</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chris Molina, Cody Smith)</author>
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<p>If you'd like to purchase Stage Fight on Amazon, you can click <a href="https://amzn.to/2Hi5sKL">here</a>.</p>
<hr />
<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Cody or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:</p>
<p>Email: cody@stagefightclub.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluev Music</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we talk with Grace Lemen. Grace has a degree in communication from Purdue University and landed her dream job working for the National Parks Service upon graduation. She shares with us about how she chose her career path, how she found her dream job, and how she uses the skills that she learned with her communication degree when interacting with customers and coworkers every day.</p>
<hr />
<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Grace or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:</p>
<p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-lemen-6bb74318a</p>
<p>Email: glemen93@gmail.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Contact Chris via email at: Chris@Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluev Music</p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 4 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we talk with Grace Lemen. Grace has a degree in communication from Purdue University and landed her dream job working for the National Parks Service upon graduation. She shares with us about how she chose her career path, how she found her dream job, and how she uses the skills that she learned with her communication degree when interacting with customers and coworkers every day.</p>
<hr />
<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Grace or continue the conversation, you can connect with her in the following ways:</p>
<p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-lemen-6bb74318a</p>
<p>Email: glemen93@gmail.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Contact Chris via email at: Chris@Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluev Music</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode we sit down with Alex Curtis. Alex has worked in sales roles in multiple firms and different industries. Here, we will do a deep dive into everything that deals with being an effective communicator &amp; salesperson. Whether you're in a sales role currently, wanting to make a transition to sales, or even just work in any position that involves interacting with others - this episode about sales and effective communication is a must listen.</p>
<hr />
<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Alex or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:</p>
<p>LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alex-curtis-69691980</p>
<p>Email: Alexander.E.Curtis@gmail.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode we sit down with Alex Curtis. Alex has worked in sales roles in multiple firms and different industries. Here, we will do a deep dive into everything that deals with being an effective communicator &amp; salesperson. Whether you're in a sales role currently, wanting to make a transition to sales, or even just work in any position that involves interacting with others - this episode about sales and effective communication is a must listen.</p>
<hr />
<p>Thanks for listening to this episode! If you found this podcast helpful, we'd appreciate if you could take the time to leave us a review. If you'd like to follow up with Alex or continue the conversation, you can connect with him in the following ways:</p>
<p>LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alex-curtis-69691980</p>
<p>Email: Alexander.E.Curtis@gmail.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Today we are speaking with Ray Flores.  Ray is an “On Air Anchor” at “ESPN Radio 1000-Chicago” and is also an “Announcer” for various Mixed Martial Arts &amp; Boxing Organizations. We will be discussing the journey to his success and advice for  young professionals pursuing their dreams.<br />
Some of the organizations he’s worked with include</p>
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<p>The UFC</p>
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<li>
<p>Total Fight Challenge,</p>
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<li>
<p>Ironheart Crown</p>
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<li>
<p>C3</p>
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<li>
<p>Brawl at Bourbon Street</p>
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<p>XFO</p>
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<p>Absolute Fighting Alliance</p>
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<li>
<p>HDNet’s Inside MMA</p>
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<li>
<p>Comcast SportsNet Chicago</p>
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<li>
<p>Fite Nite.</p>
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<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2016 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chris Molina)</author>
      <link>https://professional-by-choice-a883479e.simplecast.com/episodes/61cc5a66-61cc5a66</link>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Today we are speaking with Ray Flores.  Ray is an “On Air Anchor” at “ESPN Radio 1000-Chicago” and is also an “Announcer” for various Mixed Martial Arts &amp; Boxing Organizations. We will be discussing the journey to his success and advice for  young professionals pursuing their dreams.<br />
Some of the organizations he’s worked with include</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>The UFC</p>
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<li>
<p>Total Fight Challenge,</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Ironheart Crown</p>
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<li>
<p>C3</p>
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<li>
<p>Brawl at Bourbon Street</p>
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<li>
<p>XFO</p>
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<li>
<p>Absolute Fighting Alliance</p>
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<li>
<p>HDNet’s Inside MMA</p>
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<li>
<p>Comcast SportsNet Chicago</p>
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<li>
<p>Fite Nite.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Chris Molina interviews with Mitch Matthews, a keynote speaker, success coach, a trainer,  best-selling author &amp; a podcaster.</p>
<p>Topics covered in this episode:</p>
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<li>Dream Jobs</li>
<li>Dreaming and Aspiring</li>
<li>Worrying</li>
<li>Creativity</li>
<li>The Big Dream Gathering</li>
<li>Professionalism and Dreaming</li>
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<p>Website: MitchMatthews.com</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Chris Molina interviews with Mitch Matthews, a keynote speaker, success coach, a trainer,  best-selling author &amp; a podcaster.</p>
<p>Topics covered in this episode:</p>
<ul>
<li>Dream Jobs</li>
<li>Dreaming and Aspiring</li>
<li>Worrying</li>
<li>Creativity</li>
<li>The Big Dream Gathering</li>
<li>Professionalism and Dreaming</li>
<li>Importance of Having Dreams</li>
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<p>Website: MitchMatthews.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the PBC podcast, you will learn about Confidence… what is it, why it’s important, and how to improve it.</p>
<p>No matter what industry you’re in &amp; what level you’re at, Confidence plays a role in your day-to-day life.  If you struggle with Confidence in any way, this episode it for you!</p>
<p>In this episode, you’ll learn:</p>
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<li>
<p>What is Confidence?</p>
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<li>
<p>Where does it come from?</p>
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<li>
<p>A few tips on how to gain Confidence.</p>
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<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the PBC podcast, you will learn about Confidence… what is it, why it’s important, and how to improve it.</p>
<p>No matter what industry you’re in &amp; what level you’re at, Confidence plays a role in your day-to-day life.  If you struggle with Confidence in any way, this episode it for you!</p>
<p>In this episode, you’ll learn:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>What is Confidence?</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Where does it come from?</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>A few tips on how to gain Confidence.</p>
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<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>How do you deal with issues when the going gets tough? How do you deal with adversity?</p>
<p>Today's guest is Nick DiNardo.  Nick is the author of “The Game of Adversity” which revolves around 8 Practices To Turn Life's Toughest Moments Into Your Greatest Opportunities.  Nick also has a podcast by the name of “The Sweet Adversity podcast” and Nick’s podcast aims to show that adversity is the catalyst for living a great life and accomplishing great things.</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>
<p>The 3 common traits Nick has noticed among highly successful people</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>What brought Nick’s focus to Adversity</p>
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<li>
<p>How we should look at Adversity</p>
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<p>His favorite (and least favorite) whiskey</p>
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<p>You can keep track of Nick at his website: nickdinardo.com</p>
<p>You can also subscribe to his Sweet Adversity Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/ph/podcast/sweet-adversity-podcast-entrepreneurship/id994576371?mt=2</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2016 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>How do you deal with issues when the going gets tough? How do you deal with adversity?</p>
<p>Today's guest is Nick DiNardo.  Nick is the author of “The Game of Adversity” which revolves around 8 Practices To Turn Life's Toughest Moments Into Your Greatest Opportunities.  Nick also has a podcast by the name of “The Sweet Adversity podcast” and Nick’s podcast aims to show that adversity is the catalyst for living a great life and accomplishing great things.</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>
<p>The 3 common traits Nick has noticed among highly successful people</p>
</li>
<li>
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<p>You contact &amp; keep track of Tess at tesswicks.com</p>
<p>Visit her blog at www.tesswicks.com/blog and listen to her podcast here:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/words-money-female-finance/id1074065630?mt=2</p>
<p>Instagram: www.instagram.com/tess_wicks</p>
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<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<p>The common traits she notices about successful Professionals</p>
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<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>
<p>The common traits she notices about successful Professionals</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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<p>You can contact Prah &amp; check out what he’s up to by going to mimirhq.com or contacting him at his Twitter “@prahasith_v” &amp; email prahasith@mimirhq.com</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>
<p>Prah’s thought-process when he decided to stop attending college</p>
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<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>
<p>Prah’s thought-process when he decided to stop attending college</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<p>You contact &amp; keep track of Adam at moneysavvy.com</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>His story toward financial literacy</li>
<li>Adam’s 3-step process for Mastery. (1) Identify (2) Observation &amp; Immersion (3) Evaluation &amp; Awareness</li>
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<p>You contact &amp; keep track of Adam at moneysavvy.com</p>
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<p>You can find Gale at http://www.galemoteassociates.com</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>What is EQ and why is it important?</li>
<li>Gale’s thoughts on Team Building and Building Trust.</li>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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<p>You can find Gale at http://www.galemoteassociates.com</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
<ul>
<li>How Gale got to where she is now.</li>
<li>What is EQ and why is it important?</li>
<li>Gale’s thoughts on Team Building and Building Trust.</li>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Making a difference in the life of others is not difficult.</p>
<p>Does the thought of helping others fuel your inner passion? It does for Tinashe.</p>
<p>Today's guest is Tinashe Chaponda.  Tinashe is President &amp; Founder of the non-profit FOCUS Kalamazoo, a Jeter’s Leaders alum, Board of Director member for the Advocacy Services for Kids, a student at Western Michigan University and an all-around great role model.</p>
<p><strong>In this episode, you will hear about:</strong></p>
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<li>
<p>Where Tinashe’s passion to help others comes from</p>
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<li>
<p>Easy ways for everyone to improve their community</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>How he handles juggling so many responsibilities</p>
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<li>
<p>His plans for Presidency (not even a joke!)</p>
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<p><strong>If you would like to connect with Tinashe, visit the links below!</strong></p>
<p>LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tinashechaponda</p>
<p>FOCUS Kalamazoo Website: www.focuskalamazoo.org</p>
<p>Facebook: www.facebook.com/TinasheChaponda95</p>
<p>Instagram: instagram.com/tinashe_chaponda/</p>
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<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluevMusic</p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2016 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Does the thought of helping others fuel your inner passion? It does for Tinashe.</p>
<p>Today's guest is Tinashe Chaponda.  Tinashe is President &amp; Founder of the non-profit FOCUS Kalamazoo, a Jeter’s Leaders alum, Board of Director member for the Advocacy Services for Kids, a student at Western Michigan University and an all-around great role model.</p>
<p><strong>In this episode, you will hear about:</strong></p>
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<li>
<p>Where Tinashe’s passion to help others comes from</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Easy ways for everyone to improve their community</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>How he handles juggling so many responsibilities</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>His plans for Presidency (not even a joke!)</p>
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</ul>
<p><strong>If you would like to connect with Tinashe, visit the links below!</strong></p>
<p>LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tinashechaponda</p>
<p>FOCUS Kalamazoo Website: www.focuskalamazoo.org</p>
<p>Facebook: www.facebook.com/TinasheChaponda95</p>
<p>Instagram: instagram.com/tinashe_chaponda/</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluevMusic</p>
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- Where Tinashe’s passion to help others comes from
- Easy ways for everyone to improve their community
- How he handles juggling so many responsibilities 
- His plans for Presidency (not even a joke!)</itunes:summary>
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Does the thought of helping others fuel your inner passion? It does for Tinashe.

Today's guest is Tinashe Chaponda.  Tinashe is President &amp; Founder of the non-profit FOCUS Kalamazoo, a Jeter’s Leaders alum, Board of Director member for the Advocacy Services for Kids, a student at Western Michigan University and an all-around great role model.  

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- Easy ways for everyone to improve their community
- How he handles juggling so many responsibilities 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our choices have powerful outcomes - you just have to CHOOSE to make them!</p>
<p>Today's guest is Susanna Kalnes.  Susanna is an entrepreneur, a BeachBody Master Trainer, a frequent guest on various television networks, and someone who has been featured in Shape magazine (just to name a few things).  We can all learn from her story and her take on the decision-making process.</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<li>
<p>The scare in Susanna's life that put her on track to a healthy lifestyle</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The choices she had to make along the way</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Susanna's personal decision-making process</p>
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<li>
<p>The name of her fish...you'll love this!</p>
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<p>If you would like to contact Susanna, head over to www.susannakalnes.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluevMusic</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Our choices have powerful outcomes - you just have to CHOOSE to make them!</p>
<p>Today's guest is Susanna Kalnes.  Susanna is an entrepreneur, a BeachBody Master Trainer, a frequent guest on various television networks, and someone who has been featured in Shape magazine (just to name a few things).  We can all learn from her story and her take on the decision-making process.</p>
<p>In this episode, you will hear about:</p>
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<p>The scare in Susanna's life that put her on track to a healthy lifestyle</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The choices she had to make along the way</p>
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<li>
<p>Susanna's personal decision-making process</p>
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<li>
<p>The name of her fish...you'll love this!</p>
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<p>If you would like to contact Susanna, head over to www.susannakalnes.com</p>
<hr />
<p>www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: AShamaluevMusic</p>
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In this episode, you will hear about:
  - The scare in Susanna's life that put her on track to a healthy lifestyle
  - The choices she had to make along the way
  - Susanna's personal decision-making process
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Today's guest is Susanna Kalnes.  Susanna is an entrepreneur, a BeachBody Master Trainer, a frequent guest on various television networks, and someone who has been featured in Shape magazine (just to name a few things).  We can all learn from her story and her take on the decision-making process. 

In this episode, you will hear about:
  - The scare in Susanna's life that put her on track to a healthy lifestyle
  - The choices she had to make along the way
  - Susanna's personal decision-making process
  - The name of her fish...you'll love this!</itunes:subtitle>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What is the 'Professional By Choice' podcast? What is PBC about?  Who the heck is Chris Molina?  This brief intro to the PBC podcast answers all those questions!  Take a quick listen to see what's in store.</p>
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<p>Visit our website: www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: Ashamaluev Music</p>
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      <author>ProfessionalByChoice@gmail.com (Chris Molina)</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What is the 'Professional By Choice' podcast? What is PBC about?  Who the heck is Chris Molina?  This brief intro to the PBC podcast answers all those questions!  Take a quick listen to see what's in store.</p>
<hr />
<p>Visit our website: www.Chris-Molina.com</p>
<p>Intro/Outro Music: Ashamaluev Music</p>
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