Career Yak: Recent Episodes
Christopher Goodwillie
Through interviews with entrepreneurs and professionals from different working environments, this is a show where we seek to do two things. One: learn about the wide variety of jobs and industries out there. And two: discover career lessons that we can apply to our own work lives.
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Support the show
Get our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects.
Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off.
Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel.
Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.
Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.
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If you have a company or are an individual looking to start a podcast, here’s the first step.
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Get our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects.
Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off.
Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel.
Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.
Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.
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Check out this episode to dig into the details of how we structured our budget and the actual costs of items like cabinets, appliances, flooring and more during our house project.
If you need help with budgeting for your project, email me at careeryakpod@gmail.com
Get our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects.
Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off.
Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel.
Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.
Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.
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Our first guest from Africa. I reconnect with my childhood friend Jonathan to chat about what it's like to be a freelance videographer in South Africa and his journey to hopefully making full length movies one day.
Check out some of his work here!
Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects.
Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off.
Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.
Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.
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Sometimes you don't know what you don't know in business or sales. Testing can help clarify things.
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To get more details on starting a business in the trucking industry, check out this premium episode taken from my interview with Josh Utke.
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I welcome in another seasoned sales professional turned entrepreneur in this fun conversation with Josh Utke, founder of Sun Key Equipment Finance based in Phoenix, AZ. Josh and I briefly worked together and in this conversation he gives insight on sales in the transportation industry and why he made the jump to becoming an entrepreneur.
Check out Josh's other business as well, EvolvePro, which helps transportation professionals with online industry specific education tools.
Support the showCheck out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off.
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Today I share a bit about how my wife and I budgeted and tracked costs for a full interior renovation we performed on our home we recently purchased.
We created a template to track costs and compare it to our original budget. Click here to get access to it and feel free to tailor it for your own project.
If you have questions regarding budgeting or home renovation intel, feel free to email me at careeryakpod@gmail.com.
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You can't close deals unless you have deals to close.
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Heather Osgood of True Native Media and The Podcast Broker shares about her journey in entrepreneurship and how her businesses help other podcasters grow and thrive.
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Check out my quick review of Fanatical Prospecting by Jeb Blount.
I recommend!
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Join me in one of my favorite interviews as I chat with New England entrepreneur, Kasey Anton, Owner of Spark Business Consulting. She's an expert on small business, Quickbooks, business models and restaurants.
Also check out her new book, Profit First for Restaurants, coming out end of June, 2023. Pre order now!
You can check out Kasey and all she's doing here!
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Learn about how to form better habits and ask better questions as you coach others. 4 out of 5 stars for me!
Check it out here: The Coaching Habit
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Ian had changed companies, moved cities, and even switched career paths briefly. But he didn't want to give up on the industry he started in. He knew there was opportunity and he hadn't reached his full potential.
Free resource for anyone looking to change jobs!
7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job Search
Check out Ian's company at arvadarentalls.com.
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Learn about my earnings and details on department financial metrics when I was a Rental Manager in the commercial truck space.
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Check out my quick review of The JOLT Effect - How High Performers Overcome Customer Indecision.
Quick read or listen, and I do recommend, especially if you're in sales.
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From the Sales Yak podcast:
Selling is a valuable skill. Don't let it go to waste, but use it to your benefit in other aspects of life. Here are two ways I do that!
Email Chris at careeryakpod@gmail.com for questions and guidance on using a CRM for a job search.
Resources:
Zoho CRM (affiliate)
Using a CRM for a Job Search Walk Through Video
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Director of Sales Chris Powles shares details on what you can make as a realtor and how realty groups and teams structured.
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Chris was my realtor here in NH, and shares how he drastically switched careers to become a realtor in his 30s. What does it take to be a realtor, and why should you consider it?
Listen to find out!
And if you want to listen to our premium episode, where Chris goes in depth on earning potential and percentages associated with realtor commission and working for a team, then become a premium subscriber and the additional episode will show up in your feed.
Check out Hvizda Realty online!
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Our first repeat guest, Danny Wolfe, joins the pod to chat about how they've managed to grow since our last conversation two years ago. Change is a constant in business, and Danny shares details on how they've increased sales, brought in new partners and more.
Check our my first episode with Danny. And don't forget to check out Diversified Body and Paint online.
Want a new job but don't know where to start? Start with our 7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job Search.
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Why are all marketing messages the same? Is it because the messages work, or is it because companies fail to successfully differentiate?
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If you're a soccer fan or sports fan in general, listen to my conversation with Padraig Smith who tells us what it's like to work in soccer and lead a professional team.
We hear about his career journey from Ireland to the US, which included working with UEFA and rubbing shoulders with big clubs like Manchester City and Real Madrid.
In the volatile world that is sports, Padraig focuses on surrounding himself with good people and building an organization that has long term sustainability.
Check out the Colorado Rapids online.
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Listen in as we discuss the finance industry, what it takes to get in, aligning Biblical values with wealth management, and entrepreneurship in this space.
Check out Jeremy and Houston's AZ based business at redeemwealth.com.
If you're looking for your next job get help with our 7 Steps to Your Next Job Search.
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These are three key insights I've been lucky enough to glean from others in my career.
Want a new job but don't know where to start? Start with our 7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job Search.
Email us the best career advice you've received at careeryakpod@gmail.com and we'll consider sharing it on the show!
Check out my previous episode: Be a Farmer
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As we get ready for new interview episodes coming in 2023, let's ease back in with some top clips from the past!
If you are ready to make a change or just starting in your career, check out our new tool:
7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job Search
Links to full episodes:
Rusty and Mitchell Gonzales talk construction
Scott Polston on working with his spouse and his Christian faith in the workplace
Erik Jaeke on helping employees reach their full potential
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When applying, it can be natural to try to rely on your immediate network in search for a new role. But should you?
If you’ve ever interviewed for jobs, you know that some questions can be difficult. Today’s tip focuses on one way to make answering those tough questions a little easier.
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If you’ve ever interviewed for jobs, you know that some questions can be difficult. Today’s tip focuses on one way to make answering those tough questions a little easier.
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Check out the links to three podcast episodes I listened to in the past week or so below.
Grow the Show
https://overcast.fm/+kPd6HypO4
Business Made Simple
https://overcast.fm/+GPB4pX548
Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union
https://overcast.fm/+IfEmhSVE4
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Check out three of my top tips that have helped me during job transitions.
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Promoting a new sport is not easy, and getting it added to the Olympics can be a monumnetal challenge. But my guest today, Ajay Nwosu (CEO of Teqball USA), is trying to do both. Ajay has a fascinating career background in the sporting world, and today he joins me to shed light on the emerging sport of Teqball. Together we discuss a variety of business lessons, including how he uses his networking and marketing skills to successfully promote something new to the market.
Check out Teqball for yourself! https://teqball.com/
Verse of the Day
Romans 10:9 KJV
9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
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Career Yak is back with this inspiring interview with Robert Netzly! Robert takes us through his journey of leaving a dream job to trust God and dive head first into the world of Biblically Responsible Investing.
Check out Inspire Investing online: inspireinvesting.com
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Join me as I go back and listen to the one clip that stood out to me from each of the first five Career Yak interviews. These clips jumped out at me as I reviewed the conversations of the past and I hope they can add value to your personal and professional life as well!
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Listen in as I chat with a special guest, Ken Goodwillie, aka my Dad! He talks about his God-given ability to be handy, his history in Christian ministry and how he eventually started his own home improvement business after being laid off in 2007. Ken goes into detail about how Christians can share Christ with others in the workplace and use their jobs and businesses to honor God. He also highlights the logistics behind starting a business and what it takes to be successful. Don't forget to check out the links that correspond to our conversation below!
Pathways Video Series
Related Blog Post: First Interview with my Dad
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Make the call, don't be afraid to reach out... you never know who will answer.
Check out my previous episode with Marc McDaniel.
Check out the interview with Sara Blakely on The School of Greatness Podcast.
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Listen in to learn Erin's story and how she drastically changed her career path and jumped from being an Associate Registrar to an Information Security Analyst. Not only did Erin dive head first into a new tech career with little to no experience, but she increased her pay, and expanded her future opportunities.
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You know what's fun? Feeling wanted, making a sale, getting a promotion. You know what's a bummer? Getting rejected, losing a sale, getting passed over for a job. But no one is perfect and it is paramount that we discover our flaws to learn from them and then grow.
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Listen in as I talk shop with Danny Wolfe, a former vendor of mine. Danny sheds light on opening a brand new facility within the last year, what it takes to be motivated in sales, and how to set long term goals and grow a business.
Check out Diversified Body and Paint online.
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Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker
Value the process. If you want to reap a harvest, you have to plant the seeds first.
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Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker
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On the show today I have Tyler Damore, VP at AudioEye. Listen in while we talk about what it's like to be in on the very early stages of a tech company. He tells us how setting incremental goals was a key to success, and how the mission of making the web a more accessible place for those with disabilities helps to motivate him.
Check out AudioEye online.
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Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker
Why do companies make transactions with their customers difficult? What can we do to make the customer buying experience as easy and smooth as possible?
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Join me as I talk with Brady Gregor about being a Division 1 collegiate golf coach. He discusses his path, earning more responsibilities at a relatively young age, and mentoring his players. We talk goal setting, player recruitment, why he thinks people should consider going to college and more.
Check out Brady's Podcast: Any Given Tuesday
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If you know Christ, be a light in your workplace and environment.
Romans 1:16 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”
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Alyssa joins the show today to discuss entrepreneurship, being bold, thinking creatively, and much more. She eventually journeyed to starting a flower and coffee shop in small town New England and talks about what it takes to grow a business, and how to take risks along the way. Pivoting her business to add more revenue streams in 2020 is also a fascinating and insightful part of the conversation you won't want to miss!
Check out Apotheca's website, Instagram, and Facebook!
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Is the sales team more important than a support team? Or is operations king? The answer is neither. Both are essential. But what is most important is the seamless communication and coordination between both parties.
Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker
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Join me as I chat with Michael Draper about the details of working in non profit businesses. Michael shares with us his journey in non profits, and why it's important to have a mission driven mindset. We discuss how to overcome obstacles, the importance of working in jobs you are passionate about, and being a light for Christ in the workplace and world.
Check out Michael's Podcast: Dads Watching Sports
Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker
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Communicate up and down the chain of command, step back and survey the situation, and learn more lessons with this great book that parallels military situations with the business world.
Get the book Extreme Ownership.
Dig into more leadership lessons in my previous Interviews with former police officer Derek Stephens and former Navy Pilot Jason Grower.
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On the show today I have Katie Hornor... entrepreneur, writer, speaker and more. Katie has started a variety of different business ventures, from providing homeschooling resources to helping others grow their own businesses. Additionally, Katie serves both English and Spanish speaking audiences in a variety of ways. Listen in while she sheds light on her experiences, going from ministry to entrepreneurship, and using business for the glory of God.
Check out Katie's content here!
Listen to Katie's podcast: For Your Success Podcast
Check out the book Business for the Glory of God
Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker
Check out the Zoho CRM Tool!
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"I'm too busy" and "There's not enough time in the day" seem common phrases in the business world. But maybe the time we have to accomplish things in life is more sufficient than we realize.
Go in depth with time management and goal setting and listen to my previous Interview with Mac Prichard.
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In these episodes I'll share my thoughts on business, and lessons I've learned from life, work, and the Bible. First one coming up on Monday!
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Join me as I talk to Luke Tanner, founder and owner of L&M Horseworks, as we discuss starting businesses and shutting them down, learning how to be more efficient with scheduling and route planning, and having a balance between work life and family life. Luke shares stories about sharing his faith in the workplace, learning lessons the hard way, building in vacation time into a busy entrepreneurial schedule, and how not all careers are linear and predictable.
Check out Luke's business: L&M Horseworks
Book links: The Wright Brothers, The E Myth, The Lean Startup
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This is technically a history book, but one we can all learn from! How did two brothers from small town Ohio, neither with college degrees, win the global race to create the airplane? Listen in to my quick review of this amazing story, full of lessons that can be applied to life and business.
Book Link: The Wright Brothers by David McCullough
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From a history and economics major who was in no way "tech savvy" to successfully running her own business in the tech world, Laurence shares her journey and the ups and downs along the way. Laurence sheds light on building a business gradually on the side, advice on how to be intentional when learning new skills, and how online businesses make money. Podcaster, blogger, coder, and overall entrepreneur, listen in to Laurence's story to learn more valuable career lessons.
Check out Laurence's content and resources!
Learn to Code with Me Blog and Website
Learn to Code with Me Podcast
Laurence on Instagram
Book Recommendation: The Millionaire Next Door
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Mac Prichard, founder of a Pacific Northwest job board Mac's List and host of the Find Your Dream Job podcast, joins the show to share his career expertise and his own work life story. From goal setting, to starting his own business, to what practical steps to take in pursuing your dream job, listen in as we learn valuable career lessons with Mac!
Find Mac online!
Mac's List
Find Your Dream Job Podcast
Mac on LinkedIn
Mac's Book recommendation: Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi
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Marketing tips and tricks galore! Listen to my quick review of Expert Secrets by Russell Brunson to get some valuable feedback on some of the recommended sales and marketing material contained in this helpful book.
Find it here: Expert Secrets
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Monday 5/25/20 will mark the beginning of Career Yak Book Reviews! Tune in to discover overviews and insights from the many audiobooks that I get to listen to while driving from customer to customer in my B2B sales life.
Join me as I chat with JJ Ramberg about entrepreneurship, her career in the business and media world, and the new social podcasting app she and her cofounders recently released, Goodpods. JJ, an entrepreneur in her own right, shares insights that she has learned from interviewing other well known founders, and also gives us a detailed look into how the idea for Goodpods came to fruition.
Check out Goodpods!
Online: Goodpods Website
iOS app: Goodpods App
Check out the book the Lean Startup to find out more about MVPs (minimum viable products).
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Rusty Gonzales, Founder and President of St. Andrews Construction in Denver, joins the show with his entrepreneurial son Mitchell. Rusty and Mitchell have both started multiple businesses, mainly in the the construction industry, and share with us their journeys and the many lessons learned. Highlights include:
- Why every business needs a business plan
- Not everyone has to go to college
- Giving back to the local community and philanthropy versus charity
- Construction as a career path
- The importance of relationships in business
For each of them, an entrepreneurial lifestyle is worth the hard work and potential risks. Listen in and learn! Today Rusty continues to lead St. Andrews and Mitchell currently works in real estate in Denver, Colorado.
Find St. Andrews Online at: http://www.sacscolorado.com
Find Real Estate Mitchell Gonzales: https://www.themargolisteam.com/agents/184630-Mitchell-Gonzales/
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Join me as I interview my former boss who has worked in the world of higher education and recreation at various collegiate campuses for over 15 years. He shares with us how he started on his career path, how he manages people, and how he has worked his way from small town Colorado to a campus with a top Rec program and over 40,000 students. And of course we discuss how he and his team are managing the current social distancing and coronavirus world that we currently live in.
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Scott Polston shares his story of leaving a financially stable but demanding job in order to have more time for his wife and kids. Where did he go? To work alongside his wife in the business she was already running. Listen as Scott shares this career shift and entrepreneurship story. Highlights:- Christian faith in the workplace- Working with your spouse- Making time for your family- Building a sustainable businessFind Scott and Holly Polston's business online at: https://garmentgraphics.netFind the book Start with Why: https://amzn.to/2T9MbSBFind the book The Greatest Generation: https://amzn.to/38dCBlJLike our Facebook Page! https://www.facebook.com/careeryak/Visit our website: https://careeryak.comMusic by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental), http://www.soundcloud.com/scandinavianz
I'm excited to welcome Navy veteran Jason Grower to the show! He gives us insights on his long career in the US Navy. He takes us through the ins and outs of attending the Naval Academy, pilot training, and working at the Pentagon. Jason shares insights on how to lead, why reading is so important, and the importance of getting out of your comfort zone.
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Chris Guyll, Athletic Director at a charter school in Phoenix, shares how he pivoted early on in his career to pursue more meaningful and fulfilling work.
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Marc McDaniel, VP with Ryder, has had four decades of sales experience, all focused in the trucking industry. Marc sheds light on balancing your career with family, prospecting tips, and gives insider details on a multi-million dollar proposal.
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Derek Stephens is a retired police officer with over 20 years of experience in the state of Colorado. He now runs his own business, training officers in survival skills and tactics.
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James and Bob Lee are a son and father duo who together with other family members own and operate Denver Freightways Express, a trucking company in Denver, Colorado. Listen as James and Bob share stories and insights on starting a business, working in trucking, and managing relationships.
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Introducing the Career Yak Podcast, a show that seeks to discover what jobs are out there, and how professionals from a wide variety of industries achieve success in their careers.
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