Are You There, World? It's Me, Taylor: Recent Episodes
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“Are you there, world? It’s me, Taylor.” My thoughts exactly as I reminisced about classic coming-of-age novel "Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret" by Judy Blume. I’m graduating college soon, and have no idea what to do now. I’m currently a marketing major at Tulane University in New Orleans who is passionate about fashion, music, travel, food, and Taylor Swift. Join me in my clueless networking journey as we hear from some really cool people and how they got their careers. Fingers-crossed the world answers my prayers!
Claire Lafaye always knew she wanted to go into medicine. As a former Clinical Trials Coordinator at Louisiana Research Center, she certainly achieved that goal. Claire worked in urologic oncology, working on bladder, kidney, and prostate cancer trials. Although working in oncology is a heavy undertaking, she says she loves what she does because her patients give her hope. Claire talks all-things medicine, from her favorite parts of the field to how her path in school led her to where she is today.
After spending time in hospitals as a patient growing up, Julia Silverman is now a nurse in the cardiac ICU at Boston Children's Hospital. She talks candidly about the challenges of her job, how she got staffed, and a typical day-in-the-life. Thank you to Julia and to all amazing nurses!
Previously a Production Manager at Dizon, Isa Zweiback is currently transitioning into freelance work. After two promotions and countless events, she has two years of experience in the fashion industry under her belt. Please consider Isa Zweiback for your freelance needs!
Hannah Silverman talks about what it's like being a Research Associate at Third Bridge, a role that I was pretty unfamiliar with. She shares the importance of LinkedIn and how she got her job.
Nathalie Tucker has an undoubtedly cool job as a Senior Coordinator in Partnership Marketing at MLS. After merging her studies in business with her lifelong passion for soccer, she has earned herself an impressive role in sports. Nathalie discusses taking initiative, what it's like to work in a competitive industry, and how not to "over-network."
Lexie Herman is a Digital Marketing and Communications Associate for a Jewish nonprofit. She talks about putting her passions into a career, what it's like to look for a job, and how it's okay to start a job that's different from your major.
After completing her company's rotational program, Rachel Topolski joined the team full-time as an Associate Project Manager at a bank. She shares what it was like to go from a program member to an employee, how her role is creatively fulfilling, and how to set yourself apart as a job applicant.
Laura Wilcock founded her own company, North Star International Life and Leadership Coaching and Grief Recovery Coaching. First, she shares what exactly a life coach does. Then, she tells about how she got involved in life coaching. Lastly, she dishes on what it's like to own your own business.
Jon Roman is the Senior Vice President of Global Consumer Marketing & Online at Estée Lauder and has years of experience in the cosmetics industry. He shares all about what it's like to travel for work, how to differentiate yourself against other applicants, and what it's like to work for a large company like Estée Lauder.
Cindy Hoffman is the Director of Business Affairs at Huge, a design and marketing agency based in Brooklyn. Here, she works on the business end of production for commercials: estimating costs, drawing up music agreements, and negotiating contracts with talent. Cindy dishes on why she ditched the fashion industry, what it's like to work on a commercial for the Super Bowl, and how to work with celebrities' busy schedules.
Chelsea Groen reflects on the advice she heard when growing up: "if you can picture yourself working anywhere other than acting, then you should probably just do that." Yet, through talent and drive, she was able to forge a successful career for herself. As an actress, Chelsea shares all about what it's like to work long hours, travel often, and face rejection.
As is revealed in her journal from age 13, Shaanti Chaitram always dreamed of becoming a model. She dishes on what her industry is really like, from networking to manicures. Shaanti is a shining example of what it looks like to "take up space" and follow your dreams.
Abby always knew she wanted to work in kids' content. From working at Nickelodeon and Disney to co-founding brands GoNoodle and Beanstalk, she's had quite the experienced career. Yet, I think two of her most impressive positions are Hot Dog and Pickle. Learn from the hot dog/pickle herself about what it's like working with children!
Benji is the CMO of CBRE, a commercial real estate firm. She shares all about what it's like to work for such a large company and discusses the importance of early failures!
Vikki has years of experience in the TV industry. Currently freelancing, selling TV shows, and starting her own business, she's busy trying lots of new things! Vikki shares tons of valuable advice and stories: from dreaming big to a serendipitous run-in at a Mexican restaurant.
Marnie is the Group Marketing Director at Hearst, working on Women's Health, Men's Health, Cosmopolitan, Seventeen, and Clevver. She advises not to place too much pressure on your first job and shares about the benefits of starting your career at a small company.
Sabrina is the founder of Yogamaré, a company offering yoga retreats in the Hamptons, Palm Beach, and Switzerland. The goal is to help customers relax and reconnect with nature and their health. Starting her career with a background in law and finance, Sabrina discusses how setbacks and pivots can actually be beneficial. She gives tons of great advice, including the importance of managing your personal resources.
Stacey is a real estate broker at Compass in New York City. She dishes on how she started her career (spoiler alert: she started in event planning), how to ace an interview (spoiler alert: it's all about highlighting your habits), and how to excel at your job (spoiler alert: keep learning).
Brynn is the Senior Manager of Entertainment and Creative Content at the NHL, where she works on event planning. She talks all about what it's like to work in sports, put on exciting events, and travel regularly for her job.
Venus is the VP of Advertising Solutions and Operations at Leaf Group, an internet publishing firm that helps creators and their brands connect with consumers. She works on sales and content for brands. Venus gives plenty of advice on how to get involved with the marketing and PR world!
Kat is the VP of Men's Design at American Eagle. She tells all about what it's like to be a fashion designer (including the glamorous parts and the not-so-glamorous parts). Learn about the importance of fitting in with the company you work for, and how to find that fit!
In addition to being the director of the School of Fashion at Kent State University, Ann runs a fashion Study Away program in New York. She dishes on blending your interests into your career and the SAR technique for nailing interviews. And learn all about what it's like to work in fashion!
Ivette is the Chief Client Experience Officer at Marina Maher Communications, a New York-based marketing agency. She shares all about how she merged her interests into her career and gives tons of interview tips!
Nadav is a software engineer working at Yotpo, a company in Israel. He talks about his experience working in a technology field, from enduring tricky interviews to sharing his own advice.
Fred is the President at Endeavor Streaming, which distributes content across sports, entertainment, and media. While he has years of experience, he actually started out as an accountant... then, realized he hated accounting. Learn how Fred dealt with changing his career trajectory and took risks to get to where he is today!
Formerly a CBS Page, Jada just accepted a new position as the executive assistant for the VP of CBS Talent Strategy. She talks all about her experience in the page program and how that set her up for her current job. Jada even shares what it was like to write a book!
Dana is the VP of Talent Relations and Casting at Refinery29, describing her job as "a well-paid babysitter." She has lots of experience in the entertainment world and shares all about what it's like to work with celebrities!
Jen owns her own company in New York, Ruff Communications. She shares all about her experience owning a company, some surprises in her own career, and her biggest fails!
Fran Mariano does it all: she's a cohost on Barstool podcast Chicks in the Office, cohost on Snapchat miniseries The Group Chat, cohost on Barstool football show The Dime Piece, and social media icon. Fran tells us all about how to blend your interests into your career, dishes on what it's like to work with your best friend, and even gives some podcasting advice.
Susannah Hooker founded her own New York-based modeling and talent agency and has lots of experience in the fashion industry. She talks all about what it's like being a business owner and how to get involved in the fashion world!
Francia is the Senior Manager for Maybelline Global Communications at L'Oréal. She has plenty of experience in marketing, communications, PR, copywriting, and advertising. Francia dishes about what it's like to work in the cosmetics industry and how to get involved with the field!
Formerly a CBS Page, Allison is currently an Anchor Broadcast Associate and Executive Assistant for CBS Mornings. She shares all about her experience as a page and how that set her up for her career today!
Abbey is the Manager of Media Relations at New York-based PR firm Weber Shandwick where she gets to work with all kinds of exciting beauty brands. She talks all about large vs. small PR agencies, agency work vs. in-house work, and the importance of being "graciously tenacious."
Mackenzie is the Senior Studio Operations Director at ViacomCBS. She dishes on what it's like working with so many different teams, and, of course, what it's like to work in the sometimes glamorous/sometimes not-so-glamorous TV industry.
Courtney is the SVP Growth and Strategy at Kantar, a data and consulting company. She shares about what it's like to work with so many amazing companies at once and the importance of working with companies that YOU connect with!
Sarah Miller is the Founder Performance Coach at Founder Haven, a company that she created herself to help female founders become more successful leaders. Hear how Sarah blended all of her interests together into one fulfilling career, from business to psychology to podcasting!
Hear from Assistant VP at Urban Decay Kristen Tully as she tells us about her career journey. From fashion and bridal marketing to influencer relations to cosmetics, Kristen dishes about how she ultimately got to L'Oréal.
Jesica owns Hasod, a subscription box company that delivers gifts from Israel to your door every season. After interning with Hasod over the summer, it was great to catch up with Jesica and hear about how she started her own company. From major career fails to advice for young people, learn with me about what it takes to launch a startup!
Erin works for Disney Advertising Sales and has over 15 years of experience in her industry! She talks all things interviews, networking, and, of course, Disney!
Nadia is the SVP of Architecture & Design at Equinox! I shadowed Nadia at Equinox in 2019, where I learned all about marketing, architecture, and design. Nadia discusses all-things interview skills, what it's like to move across the globe, and a workplace prank gone wrong!
Nadia is the SVP of Architecture & Design at Equinox! I shadowed Nadia at Equinox in 2019, where I learned all about marketing, architecture, and design. Nadia discusses all-things interview skills, what it's like to move across the globe, and a workplace prank gone wrong!
Erin works for Disney Advertising Sales and has over 15 years of experience in her industry! She talks all things interviews, networking, and, of course, Disney!
Jesica owns Hasod, a subscription box company that delivers gifts from Israel to your door every season. After interning with Hasod over the summer, it was great to catch up with Jesica and hear about how she started her own company. From major career fails to advice for young people, learn with me about what it takes to launch a startup!