Starting Out is a weekly career-focused podcast. Week by week we’ll interview someone new with an interesting story on how they started out. You’ll learn what it takes to land a job in common areas such as consulting, accounting, engineering, and banking as well as explore unique career opportunities like working for a professional sports team or starting your own company. You will gain valuable insight from entrepreneurs, business leaders, recent graduates, and students to help start your career.
This week, Bradley Rice describes his career in Salesforce that led him to retire early at 31 and help others start their careers in Salesforce. He shares insights about his company Talent Stacker where you can go to launch a career in Salesforce.
Main Points:
Bio: Bradley has worked in the Tech Ecosystem for over 10 years and became one of the highest-paid Tech Professionals in the world making $225,000 working just 20 hours per week. Although this incredible career positioned him to retire at 31 years old, he was determined that he wasn't done with his professional career and started Talent Stacker as a service to put others on the same path that led him to Financial Independence. He has now helped over 20,000 individuals start their tech careers with no degree, no tech background with a starting salary of over $70,000 in an average of 4.3 months.
Links:
Contact Bradley on LinkedIn
Learn more about Talent Stacker, Salesforce For Everyone, and the 5 Day Challenge
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This week Glenn Robinson explains how his job as a news broadcaster led him to cover a story that would change his career completely. Glenn shares his experience in hospital management and details the vast amount of employment opportunities available now in healthcare.
Main Points:
Bio: Glenn Robinson served as President of the Waco, Texas Region of Baylor Scott & White Health from 2007 to 2020. Upon his retirement from the role as President in 2020, Glenn launched Pacer Consultants, LLC specializing in leadership coaching and healthcare consulting. Currently, Glenn works as a consultant with Baker-Tilly, a Top-10 International Financial and Accounting advisory firm serving on their Healthcare and Life Sciences team. In addition, he serves as an Executive Coach for a number of leaders and organizations across the country. Also, in 2020, Glenn and his son Jacob launched a weekly father-son podcast called Chasing What Matters that focuses on leadership and faith.
Links:
Contact Glenn at https://pacerhcc.com/contact-us/
Learn about Chasing What Matters at https://www.cwmpodcast.com/
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This week, Braxton Hicks will talk to us about hunting in Texas and why he loves his job. Braxton Hicks is a Field Operations Coordinator for the Texas Youth Hunting Program. He has had unique opportunities across various industries, school studies, and life experiences that have brought him to where he is today.
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Bio: Braxton Hicks is a Field Operations Coordinator for the Texas Youth Hunting Program. He studied Renewable Natural Resources with a Minor in Forestry and Range Management at Texas A&M University.
Links:
Contact Braxton at bhicks@texas-wildlife.org
Learn more about the Texas Youth Hunting Program at https://tyhp.org/
Follow the Texas Youth Hunting Program on Instagram: @texasyouthhuntingprogram
Learn more about the Texas Wildlife Association at texas-wildlife.org
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This week we continue to walk through Kynnzie and Harrison’s individual career paths and how their relationship has played into their career decisions and day-to-day work. Kynnzie describes her entry into the real estate industry as Harrison details his passion for architecture and homebuilding. Today we’ll dive into work, love, and where the two collide. This is part 2 of the series.
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Bio: Kynnzie South is a Real Estate Agent and Interior Designer in Dallas, TX. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in business management. Harrison South is the Principle of Bauhaus Modern Homes & Moar Design, an architecture, and homebuilding firm in Dallas, TX. He also graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's and a master's degree in architecture. Kynnzie and Harrison met in college and have been married for 5 years.
Links:
Contact Kynnzie South at Spacebysouth@gmail.com
Contact Harrison South at Harrison@Bauhaus.co
Learn more about Bauhaus at www.bauhaus.co
Follow Bauhaus at @Bauhausmodernhomes
Follow Kynnzie’s real estate and design work at @Spacebysouth
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This week we walk through Kynnzie and Harrison’s individual career paths and how their relationship has played into their career decisions and day-to-day work. Kynnzie describes her entry into the real estate industry as Harrison details his passion for architecture and homebuilding. Today we’ll dive into work, love, and where the two collide. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.
Main Points:
Bio: Kynnzie South is a Real Estate Agent and Interior Designer in Dallas, TX. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in business management. Harrison South is the Principle of Bauhaus Modern Homes & Moar Design, an architecture, and homebuilding firm in Dallas, TX. He also graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's and a master's degree in architecture. Kynnzie and Harrison met in college and have been married for 5 years.
Links:
Contact Kynnzie South at Spacebysouth@gmail.com
Contact Harrison South at Harrison@Bauhaus.co
Learn more about Bauhaus at www.bauhaus.co
Follow Bauhaus at @Bauhausmodernhomes
Follow Kynnzie’s real estate and design work at @Spacebysouth
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This week, John Claybrook explains how important purpose is when it comes to entrepreneurship. John describes his journey into entrepreneurship as he started an apartment valet trash service, and how he ultimately sold it and began Bronco Ventures to buy and sell blue-collar Texas businesses.
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Bio: John Claybrook is a partner at Bronco Ventures. John founded Value Waste Services in 2017. He served as CEO until the company was sold to its largest national competitor, Valet Living, resulting in a significant return for investors in three years. He holds a degree in finance from Texas A&M University, where he also served as the student body president.
Links:
Contact John at john@bronco.ventures
Connect with John Claybrook on LinkedIn
Learn more about Bronco Ventures at https://bronco.ventures/
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This week Aaron Crumpacker describes his journey from a hospitality tech salesman to a mortgage loan officer. He describes the importance of training in your first job and explains in detail the responsibilities and activities of a mortgage loan officer.
Main Points:
Bio: Aaron Crumpacker is a mortgage loan officer in Dallas, Texas. He studied Recreation, Parks & tourism at Texas A&M University and launch his career in sales in the hospitality industry. After buying his first home, he became interested in a career in the home lending industry.
Links:
Contact Aaron Crumpacker at 512-633-3566 or Acrumpacker@firstunitedbank.com
Learn more at Aaroncrumpacker.com
Follow Aaron on Instagram or Linkedin.
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Summary: This week Will Saunders explains his journey into the world of technology consulting and the Salesforce ecosystem. Will describes how he was first introduced to Salesforce, and how you too can start a career in technology through Salesforce.
Main Points:
1. Will details the intangible skills he learned working at a bar while in school. (05:50)
2. Will explains who should consider a career in technology consulting. (22:49)
3. Will describes the work he does in Salesforce through his company, Counter Code. (31:18)
Bio: Will Saunders studied Communication and Marketing at Texas A&M University. He launched his career working for a retail power company and transitioned from there into technology consulting where he spent the majority of his career. Will was first introduced to Salesforce while working at a boutique consulting firm. After several years working in the Salesforce ecosystem, Will used his experience to launch, Counter Code, which helps students and professionals learn, build experience, and launch careers in Salesforce.
Links:
Contact Will at will@countercode.io
Learn more about Salesforce at https://www.countercode.io/
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This week Chris Glanzman describes his pivot from aerospace engineering into a career in marketing. He breaks down important aspects of marketing and provides clear advice for those interested in pursuing a marketing profession.
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Bio: Chris Glanzman studied aerospace engineering at Texas A&M University with an emphasis in jet propulsion. Chris began his career in technical sales and progressed into various marketing positions throughout his career. Chris pursued an MBA from Rice University.
Links:
Connect with Chris on LinkedIn
Reach out to Chris at chris.glanzman@gmail.com
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This week Sarah Roberts explores the differences between the marketing concepts she has learned in school and what she has learned working at a marketing agency. Sarah is an MS of Marketing student at Texas A&M University as well as a Marketing Associate at ADV Marketing. She shares her unique perspective on applying what she is learning in school to her current work in marketing.
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Bio: Sarah Roberts is an MS of Marketing student at Texas A&M University and a Marketing Associate at ADV Marketing. She graduated with a BBA in Marketing from Texas A&M in 2021 with a concentration in Advertising Strategy and a minor in English. In her current role at ADV Marketing, she writes, designs, and analyzes integrated promotional campaigns for small businesses, primarily in the energy industry. Along with her studies and work, Sarah is a co-host of the Marketing Matters podcast, produced by ADV Marketing.
Links:
Contact Sarah at sarah.roberts@advmarketing.com
Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn
Learn more about ADV Marketing
Follow ADV Marketing on Instagram at @theadvmarketing
Listen to Marketing Matters
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This week, Jacob Robinson describes how he stumbled into becoming a serial entrepreneur. He shares insight on who can be an entrepreneur, what it takes to be an entrepreneur, why he didn’t listen to naysayers, and the importance of understanding yourself in entrepreneurship and life in general.
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Bio: Jacob Robinson is the President and founder of 1 Stone Solutions, creator of Dig World (a heavy construction equipment theme park in Katy, Tx), and co-host of “Chasing What Matters” a podcast he hosts with his dad Glenn covering business leadership and faith.
Links:
Listen to Chasing What Matters
Learn more about Dig World
Contact Jacob at jacobrobinson11@gmail.com
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This week we discuss 5 activities you can be doing to prepare for your first job after you have signed an offer letter. These will help you proactively prepare for the launch of your career. Learn why intentional preparation can help you be better suited for the career ahead of you beyond your first job.
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Summary: Alex Miller explains what it takes to launch a career in journalism. Alex explains how proactiveness will open doors in journalism and in life in general. Learn more about the art of covering the news and writing for a newspaper.
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Bio: Alex Miller is a Reporter and Digital Content Coordinator at The Bryan-College Station Eagle newspaper. He pursued a degree in journalism at Texas A&M University. Alex leads the social media content for the Eagle and covers a mix of news and sports. He has written for the Battalion at Texas A&M, the Dallas Morning News, and the San Antonio Express News. Alex is also a co-host on two different podcasts; the My Aggie Nation Podcast & the Brazos Sports PrepsCast.
Links:
Connect with Alex on Twitter at @AlexMill20 or email him at alextmiller20@gmail.com
Read some of Alex’s articles here.
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This week we discuss what an informational interview is, why you should be conducting informational interviews, how to initiate one, and the benefits of informational interviews. We break down a 10 step process to planning for, coordinating, and following up to an informational interview.
Highlights:
UC Berkeley Informational Interview Definition https://career.berkeley.edu/Info/InfoInterview
Grammarly https://www.grammarly.com/
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Helpful Informational Interview Links:
https://www.macslist.org/networking/5-step-checklist-scheduling-informational-interviews
https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/perfect-informational-interview/
https://www.placement.com/learn/sending-outreach-informational-interview-target
https://www.themuse.com/advice/introducing-the-email-template-thatll-get-you-a-meeting-with-anyone-you-ask
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/interviewing/informational-interview-email
This week we review career advice on topics such as work-life balance, switching careers, mentorship, and networking collected from professionals across a variety of industries from consultants and CFOs to teachers and firm partners. We break down a few specific pieces of advice and review the overall themes from the 50+ business professionals we have surveyed.
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Summary: In Episode 16, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Andrew Dyrhood explains how his three previous careers in wakeboarding, ministry, and oil & gas have led him to his fourth career in leadership and executive coaching.
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Bio: Andrew Dyrhood launched his career in professional wakeboarding, moved into full-time ministry, studied geology, and worked in the oil & gas industry. Andrew is now a full-time leadership and executive coach. Learn more about Andrew at https://www.hoodstrategies.com/.
Links:
Connect with Andrew via phone at 479-313-9940 or email at andrewdyrhood@gmail.com.
Learn more about Andrew at https://www.hoodstrategies.com/
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Summary: In Episode 15, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Chad Willardson describes the 7 financial skills that every young person should understand from his new book Smart, Not Spoiled.
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Bio: Chad Willardson is the President & Founder of Pacific Capital, a bestselling author of two books (Stress-Free Money & Smart, Not Spoiled), the elected city Treasurer of Corona, California, the co-owner of MyFirstSale.com, the co-founder of the GravyStack app, and the co-owner of the Draft Sports Complex. Chad is a wealth manager, entrepreneur, author, husband, and father of 5. Chad’s career mission is to help people enjoy life by removing their stress about money.
Links:
Follow Chad on Instagram or LinkedIn.
Get your copy of Smart, Not Spoiled on Amazon
Learn more about Chad at pacificcapital.com
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Summary: In Episode 14, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Maria Pope describes her journey into the startup community in Washington D.C., and shares her advice for taking control of your career path.
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Bio: Maria Pope is Venture Programs & Community Manager at Republic. Maria studied Business at Texas A&M University and spent her early career working in both the nonprofit and startup communities. Maria is actively involved in the Washington D.C. startup community.
Email Maria at maria.pope@republic.co
Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Here
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Summary: In Episode 13, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Gunnar Rogers describes how reading and writing has influenced his career as a children’s book author, author marketing manager, marketing freelancer, and podcast host.
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Bio: Gunnar Rogers is the author of Chuck’s Chair, Author Marketing Manager for Scribe, freelance marketer, and host of the Texish Podcast. Gunnar pursued an undergraduate degree in Marketing at Texas A&M University.
Links:
Follow Gunnar at @gunnar_rogers
Follow the Texish Podcast at @texish_pod
Listen to the Texish Podcast here!
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Summary: In Episode 12, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Evan Brown describes the hard work and effort it takes to make it to the NFL.
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Bio: Evan Brown is an American Football player and Center for the Detroit Lions. Evan played 4 years of college football at Southern Methodist University. He has played in the NFL for the Giants, Dolphins, Browns, and now the Lions.
Links:
Follow Evan on Instagram @ebrown63
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Summary: In Episode 11, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Robbie shares how a snowboarding accident led him to a coding bootcamp and into a career in technology.
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Bio: Robbie Chastain is an IT specialist and freelance web developer. After a snowboarding accident during college, he returned home and enrolled in a coding bootcamp. Robbie leveraged the skills he learned in his bootcamp into a career in IT and a successful freelance web development side hustle.
Links: Reach out to Robbie at rc@robbiechastain.com
Learn more about Robbie at www.robbiechastain.com
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Summary: In Episode 10, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Shane Reid explains how he made a mid-career pivot to pursue his dream of being a college professor.
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Bio: Shane Reid is a professor of entrepreneurship at Louisiana State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma. Prior to pursuing his Ph.D., Shane was a consultant for 5 years. Shane received his Master’s degree in Human Resources Development and Bachelor’s degree in Business Management.
Links: Connect with Shane on LinkedIn.
Learn more about Shane at https://www.lsu.edu/business/sei/profile-viewer.php?un=swreid
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Summary: In Episode 9, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Ken walks through his new book From Paycheck To Purpose and explains the importance of Getting Clear and Connecting while pursuing your dream job.
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Bio: Ken Coleman is America’s Career Coach, the nationally syndicated radio host of The Ken Coleman Show and No. 1 bestselling author. He has been featured in Forbes, appeared on Fox News, Fox Business Network, and the Rachael Ray Show. Since 2014, he has served at Ramsey Solutions, where he offers expert advice to help thousands of people every day discover what they were meant to do and how to land their dream job. Follow Ken on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube or at kencoleman.com.
Links:
Follow Ken on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube or at kencoleman.com.
Get your copy of From Paycheck To Purpose at kencoleman.com/purpose
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Summary: In Episode 8, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Natalie explains how she became the Student Body President of Texas A&M University, and what the day-to-day life of a Student Body President looks like.
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Bio: Natalie Parks is a senior Communications student and Student Body President of Texas A&M University. Natalie has developed her social media skills through internships, student government positions, and her Student Body President campaign. Natalie is looking forward to a career in social media. Reach out to Natalie at natalieparks1227@tamu.edu.
Links:
Reach out to Natalie at natalieparks1227@tamu.edu
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Summary: In Episode 7, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Matthew details his journey into a freelance creative career, and outlines how he has found freedom in freelancing.
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Bio: Matthew McBrayer is a freelance photographer and videographer in Waco, Texas. He graduated from Baylor University with a degree in Film/Digital Media & Communications. Matthew started his freelance career directly after graduation. Learn more about Matthew at his website below. Reach out to Matthew via email at matthew@wilderfilmco.com.
Links:
Learn more about Matthew at matthewmcbrayer.co
Learn more about Wilder Film Co at wilderfilmco.com
Follow Matthew on Instagram: @matthewwmcb
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Summary: In Episode 6, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Andy Horgan explains why he treats his degree programs like full-time jobs, how uniquely valuable the academic setting can be, and how important it is to build relationships and invest in your future.
Main Points:
Bio: Andy Horgan is a Ph.D. student in the Horticulture department at Texas A&M University. Andy's research focus is on genomics and gene editing in horticultural crops. You can learn more about and reach out to Andy via LinkedIn.
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Summary: In Episode 5, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Ben Debayle describes how to pursue a purpose-driven vocation and outlines the 3 commitments we need to take to play the long game in our careers.
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Bio: Ben Debayle is the Director of Operations at Surge. Ben pursues opportunities that enable him to use his skills and make his work more fulfilling and purposeful. Ben believes it is important to have patience and play the long game as we develop in our careers. Learn more about Ben at his website HERE.
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Instagram: @BenDebayle
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Summary: In Episode 4, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Hannah Barnes walks us through her personal journey to becoming a counselor and the importance of health & wellness.
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Bio: Hannah Barnes has a degree in English Literature from Baylor University and is currently pursuing a Master’s of Clinical Counseling at the University of Houston. Hannah is a certified health and wellness coach, a certified Birkman Consultant, and a pilates instructor. The best way to reach out to Hannah is via her personal website. Book your free 20 min Discovery Call with Hannah HERE**!
Links:**
Hannah Barnes Wellness:hannahbarneswellness.comFollow Hannah on Instagram: @hannahbarneswellnessLearn more at www.squirework.com
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Summary: In Episode 3, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Jack Bobo guides us through the grad school process, and what it takes to earn an advanced degree in a scientific field.
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Bio: Jack Bobo is a Master’s candidate at the University of Georgia where he studies viticulture. Jack graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Horticulture and a certificate in viticulture and winemaking. Jack is currently finishing his Master’s thesis as he seeks out Ph.D. opportunities. Reach out to Jack via LinkedIn.
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Summary: In Episode 2, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, Andrew Jacobs walks us through how he landed his dream job with the Houston Texans directly out of school, and how he ultimately decided to make the transition to law school.
Main Points:
Bio: Andrew Jacobs is a 2nd-year law student at the University of Houston. Andrew graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Organizational Change. After graduation, Andrew began his career in the corporate development department with the Houston Texans. Reach out to Andrew via LinkedIn.
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Summary: In Episode 1, of Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast, we’ll hear from Kaci Lepicier as she explains how her background in engineering has impacted her career in management consulting.
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Bio: Kaci Lepicier is a Mergers & Acquisitions Consultant for a top-tier consulting company. Kaci attended Texas A&M University where she studied Mechanical Engineering. Kaci’s engineering background has helped her develop problem-solving skills that she applies to her consulting work. The best way to reach Kaci is via LinkedIn.
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Starting Out is a weekly career-focused podcast. Week by week we’ll interview someone new with an interesting story on how they started out. You’ll learn what it takes to land a job in common areas such as consulting, accounting, engineering, and banking as well as explore unique career opportunities like working for a professional sports team or starting your own company. You will gain valuable insight from entrepreneurs, business leaders, recent graduates, and students to help start your career.
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