The Follow UP Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kristofer Stubbs
TheFollowUP provides strategies & tips for navigating the college experience and the career development process. The podcast is hosted by Kris Stubbs, M.Ed., a College Student Affairs Administrator with over 10 years of experience working in education as an Academic Advisor, Director of Technology, Career Counselor, Adjunct Professor, and Early College High School Coordinator. Learn how-to do what you love while making great money doing it!
In this episode, I speak on how Community Colleges are a great way to start or continue your formal education.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Charlton Butts, O.D. to discuss his journey to becoming a black doctor of Optometry.
In this episode of TheFollowUP, the focus is on 1st generation college students. Many of these students do not know what to expect in college. We discuss the culture shock of college and students must take advantage of peer relationships.
In this episode of The Follow UP Podcast, I speak on the importance of planning for both your next step (and) the step after that. A lot of people make the mistake of only planning for the next step without considering how step 1 effects step 2. This is a common mistake when it comes … Continue reading #081: Plan For The Next (& Next) Step →
In this episode of The Follow UP Podcast, I sit down with health and fitness expert Tony Stubbs (@ToningTony). Tony is a lifelong athlete that has always been an advocate for continuous physical activity and living a healthy lifestyle. In the episode I ask Tony, questions to get a better understanding of the mindset and … Continue reading #080: The Keys To Maintaining Personal Health & Fitness – Interview w/Tony Stubbs →
Mike Siers started an online vitamin supplement company (Simplesa) that focused on providing supplements for individuals with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). After running the online company for a few years (making approx. 50k/monthly), Mike and his business partners decided to sell their company. In this episode of The Follow UP Podcast, Mike and I discuss his … Continue reading #079: How To Build A Successful Online Business w/Mike Siers →
In this episode of TheFollowUP podcast, I cover why it is extremely important that people begin to highly consider how they are communicating via social media. Social media is no different then speaking to someone face-to-face. A quote that I have been pondering on this past week is “people will not remember what you said, … Continue reading #078: Filter Your Communication on Social Media →
In this episode of TheFollowUP, I discuss a simple strategy anyone can use in order to network and build relationships with anyone they admire or are attempting to immulate in some way. Most people think that spamming people all day on social media will get them in touch with the right people, but let me … Continue reading #077: How-To Network During The Holidays →
In this episode of TheFollowUP, I speak on maintaining a positive energy. We are quick approaching 2019 and I want people to really check themselves and whether or not their current energy is positive or negative. Know that your energy plays a huge world on everyone and everything you come into contact with. Enjoy! Become … Continue reading #076: Keep that POSITIVE energy →
In this episode of The Follow UP Podcast, I speak briefly on how the internet allows you to learn and become knowledgeable of nearly everything in the world (at least 99% of things). The typical statement of “I don’t know” is no longer valid. There is absolutely no excuse. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this … Continue reading #075: “I don’t know” is No Longer an Excuse →
In this edition of The Follow UP Podcast, I speak briefly on why worrying about yourself is what’s most important for your overall success. Many people tend to view others actions and their opinions as important to their lives. Although, having a good reputation is valuable, it is not the determining factor of your overall … Continue reading #074: Worry About Yourself →
In this episode of TheFollowUP, I sit down with Dr. Anthony Hamlet, Superintendent of Pittsburgh Public Schools. Dr. Hamlet speaks on his journey from being a Professional Football player to becoming the Superintendent of one of the largest Urban School Districts in America. He provides some tips and strategies on how he navigated getting to … Continue reading #073: Interview w/Dr. Anthony Hamlet, Superintendent – Pittsburgh Public Schools →
In this episode of TheFollowUP, I explain why social media is an important tool in the 21st century and how you can increase your professional opportunities by utilizing it to promote your knowledge and experience. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode of TheFollowUP, I explain the role that Academic Advisors play in helping guide you to the major that aligns best with the career you are interested in most. Most people believe that Academic Advisors are there just to count credits and to make sure you graduate. Yes, that is apart of their … Continue reading #071: Why Academic Advisors Are Important To Your College Experience →
In episode 70 of The Follow UP podcast, I speak on why Consistency is key to your success. A lot of people are trying to figure out why they are still in the same place and not progressing. A lot of it has to do with consistency, which is another word for discipline. I speak … Continue reading #070: Consistency Is The Key →
In this episode of The Follow UP, you are able to tune in and listen to one of my client calls regarding social media strategy. Her main questions were around how to create a social media strategy for fashion. A little background about the client is that she is a beauty consultant that does makeup, … Continue reading #069: Social Media Strategy For Fashion (Phone Call) →
In this edition of The Follow UP, I interivew Halina Malik, Cleveland Cavaliers Content & Marketing Manager for their NBA 2k Esports team, Cavs Legion. In this episode Halina speaks on what Esports is, how she started in her career in the industry, the future outlook of the industry and what anyone interested in starting … Continue reading #068: A Career in Esports: Interview w/Halina Malik – Marketing Manager – Cavs Legion – NBA2k →
In this episode, I cover just how important a good handshake is on making a good first impression. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I cover one of my favorite quotes “Discover Your Passion & Live Your Dreams.” In this podcast I talk about the importance of working a career your passionate about whether you’re looking for a job or even attempting to transition into one. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I cover what college students need to understand about the difference between an undecided student and a declared student. Also, I explain the role of a Career Services Office at a college and why it is extremely important that first-year students maintain a relationship with the office throughout their college career. Become … Continue reading #065: How College Students Can Figure Out Their Major →
In this brief video, I cover why having a HIGH gpa your first year of college is important to your foundation as a student and for your career. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I speak on the importance of being thoughtful when communicating as opposed to being blunt. Communication is a major factor in progressing in your chosen career and just life in general. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I cover what mindset you need to have in order to achieve happiness. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief video, I speak on the 2 most important things to consider when considering what career to choose. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode of TheFollowUP, I speak on how you need to prepare for your future now by building the foundation for your end goal. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I give my personal theory on how YouTube will become the primary source for education in the 21st century Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I’m calling out all BS’ers. The more people keep lying to themselves, the longer it will take for you to reach your ultimate goal. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I cover how to plan for your next position in your career. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I cover the 3 Things you need to succeed: Skills, Knowledge & Experience Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I cover one of my favorites tools when it comes to self-assessments. This tool truly helps you understand yourself better. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I break down how a college student should view selecting a major. Whether you’re starting a new career or choosing a major, you have to go through the same steps no matter what. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
My secret to being productive is simple: I spend my time focusing on the top 20% of things that produce the best results. Some people refer to this as the 80/20 rule and in my latest video I breakdown what it is and how you can apply it to your life. Check it out! Become … Continue reading #053: Being Productive With Your Time →
In his brief episode I tell a story about a student I spoke with about their super powers and how it has changed their entire perception of themselves. Everyone has special gifts. It’s up to each person to discover, understand and use them for good. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I speak on how people’s perception will more than likely differ from your reality. It’s up to you to be aware of this and not let yourself be stressed out. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I speak on the blessing and the curse of having power and influence over others. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I cover the final steps of getting your book onto amazon. The great thing about this episode is that I cover how to use ACX in order to turn your book into an audiobook. After listening to this final episode you will have on Amazon a physical (paperback) , electronic (ebook) and … Continue reading #049 Step 6 of 6 – How To Get Your Book Onto Amazon →
In this episode I cover what KDP select is (Kindle Direct Publishing), how it effects your ability to market your book on other online sites and what you can to maximize your promotions if you decide not to enroll in KDP select. Listen, share, and enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I review the previous day’s steps to make sure you are staying on track with this process. Yes, there are a lot of steps, but nothing great was ever easy to do. Keep taking notes and explore. Listen and enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In today’s episode I talk about Createspace and how to get Your Book content formatted properly so that you can upload it to amazon. This is a crucial step in the process as you will be creating your book cover as well. Luckily to do all of this it will only cost you $10. Listen, … Continue reading #046: Step 3 of 6 – How To Get Your Book Onto Amazon →
In this episode I cover the content that will be in your book. You have 2 options: 1) Write your own book or 2) Hire a Ghost Writer to write it for you. Either way, after you have your book content the next step is to get it proofread by a professional or hire someone … Continue reading #045: Step 2 of 6 – How To Get Your Book Onto Amazon →
In Today’s episode I cover the first 3 steps in getting your Book published on Amazon for less than $100. I cover finding your niche, getting your title and optimizing your title for amazons SEO algorithm. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
Always wanted to be an author? Think you have a great story to tell? Want to be able to sell your book on Amazon? Well here’s the good news, if you answered yes to any of the above questions you are in for a treat. In this episode I give you an overview of all … Continue reading #043: Everything You Need To Be An Author For Less Than $100 →
The next few episodes are going to be all about self-publishing a book onto Amazon for free. I’m going to take you step by step on how the process works and how you can maximize your content for distribution. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I talk about how starting a blog will only benefit you in the long run and how to figure out what you should blog about specifically. Take a listen, share and give it a hand clap. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
Vlogging has become extremely popular over the last decade and it’s not too late for you to get started today. In this brief episode, I cover 2 aspects of Vlogging and what it can do for you? Vlogging isn’t easy, but it by far is the most effective way to showcase the knowledge and experience … Continue reading #040: How Vlogging Can Boost Your Portfolio →
In this brief episode I cover two platforms that you can start a blog with in order to showcase your knowledge and experience in order to maximizing your career opportunities. Medium is a rookie to the blogging game, while WordPress is a tried and true veteran. I compare the two and provide some insight on … Continue reading #039: Blogging Platforms Review: Medium vs. WordPress →
In this brief episode I cover the app ‘Anchor’ and how you can download it today to start your podcast. Anchor allows you to upload directly to iTunes and other audio platforms as well. Audio is going to become a major player in the next 10 years so I suggest you start your podcast today. … Continue reading #038: How-To Start Your Podcast →
In this brief episode I talk about the items you need to start a vlog: Camera, Lighting, Sound. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I explain how Blogs are really just chapters of a book. If you have knowledge around a particular topic you can start blogging today and turn it into a book in the future. Want to learn how? Press play to take a listen to the strategy. Enjoy! Become a supporter of … Continue reading #036: Create Your Book While Blogging →
In this brief episode I speak on why podcasting is important, what it really means to podcast and says for you to actually setup your own podcast for FREE! Take a listen, comment, share and enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I talk about why Vlogging is important to your future career, what it’s all about and most importantly how to start you own vlog today. Listen, comment, and enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I cover some of the benefits of Blogging. From starting a business to creating a storage of content. Blogging can do MANY things for you. Take a listen and let me know what you think in the comments below Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I speak on why social media is going to either make or break career opportunities in the future and why now is the time to get used to blogging, vlogging or podcasting. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode I talk about the creative space I’ve been in for the past month Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I uncover one of the secrets to Time Management. Plus, why a million dollars changes everything. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I break down the difference between anxiety and fear. There’s a distinct difference between the two that a lot of people are not aware of, which is important for everything you may fear or have anxiety about. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief podcast, I provide you with some information and strategies on attacking your goals. Goals are naturally embedded in all of us because we all want to be successful. In this podcast I provide you with some great information that will help you attack and accomplish them. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this … Continue reading #028: Tips on Attacking Your Goals →
“Let’s Make a Deal?” This is by far one of the most powerful questions you could ever ask someone because deals are ALWAYS considered. The real question is, what do you have to offer? Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I provide a social media strategy that anyone can use to reach out to an expert in a career field they are thinking about pursuing. This will help with selecting the right major for whatever career field you want become apart of. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this short episode I speak on how you cannot let any opportunity pass you by. Many people let opportunity pass them by because things are not going as they had planned, but once you understand that with anything in life you may have to make adjustments then you will realize that you are in … Continue reading #025: Look Who It is…Opportunity! →
In this episode, I speak on how mistakes will be made when you enter college and how you should take them as learning lessons and not a loss. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this brief episode, I speak on why it is important to understand that you WILL NOT like every professor you have class with. I also give some advice on how best to deal with those situations. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this short episode, I speak on why it’s important for you to get to class and how it will not only effect your grade, but your future opportunities as well. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I break down why Skills is an important factor in understanding who you are and how it can help guide you in the right direction for your career. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this short episode I speak on the first step of the career development process (self-assessment). Plus, I give a quick method on how to figure out what you love to do in just 1 MINUTE Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this short episode I cover what Crystallized Cognitive Theory is and why I believe it is the key to success and happiness. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this short episode I read from a Facebook post of mine explains why GPAs are just as important Freshman and Sophomore as they are Junior and Senior Year. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I speak on how there may be a slow down of your momentum not just in school, but in life. Sometime things will not always go right, but you have the power to change the tide. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I speak on why the Career Services office is a place students should visit starting their Freshman year. Please don’t wait until your Junior or Senior year. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I speak on 4 things that all college students have to understand when it comes to accepting responsibility. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this podcast I speak on why being late is never a good thing and how it will effect you and people’s perception of you long-term. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I talk briefly about how taking notes can save a college student while in school. Some do’s and don’ts are provided in this segment as well. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I talk briefly on being aware that people will be mad at the truth no matter what it is. It can be your very own truth and people will still be mad, why is this? Find out in this segment. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I talk briefly on how the internet eliminates any and all excuses for anyone not knowing something. It’s simple – just google it. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I speak on producing and creating with no apologies. I cover why subjectivity is just that, subjective, which means it’s all someone’s opinion. The point is that you WILL NOT please everyone, so stop trying. Just be the best you and keep creating. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I talk about how our brain notices what we are thinking about the most and with that energy, doors will open that you never could have imagined. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I talk about the success and the failure and how at the end of the day everything is in your control. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I recap Colin Cowherd’s quote regarding the LeBron James & Kyrie Irving situation. This is an oldy, but a goody. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this short episode I provide you with some motivation to maintain your focus and concentration. Never lose your balance, always stay focused no matter what. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I speak about how a lot of people want success, but they forget that there are crucial steps they must take first before they will see any results. Action & time are your best friends. It’s all about what you do today. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I talk about why it’s important to build a strong relationship with your professor plus a few strategies on how you can ensure you establish a great relationship. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I speak on my personal mantra “Do what you love and make great money doing it” and why it has been pivotal to my career and why it is important you anyone’s overall satisfaction in life. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode I speak on my perspective about bringing an open mind to every situation and how it will help you not just learn, but to be a better person overall. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support
In this episode, I speak about the importance of choosing the right academic advisor. An advisor is there to help provide you guidance and motivation. If you’re advisor is not doing this for you then it is time to find a new one ASAP. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefollowup/support