Best Game Developer Job Tips Podcasts (2025)

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#38: Words of Wisdom from Troubled Youth | What Every Parent Needs to Hear 6:06

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Sometimes the most powerful parenting lessons don’t come from experts or books, they come from the kids who have already lived through the consequences of what they didn’t get at home. Decades ago, I read an article about a group of troubled youth who shared what they wish their parents had done differently and what they needed the most from them. …

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Unshackled Ambition: Turning Immigrant Dreams Into Reality With Nitin Pachisia 45:41

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Nitin Pachisia is the Founding Partner of Unshackled Ventures, a venture capital firm that invests in immigrant founders while providing visa and employment support. Originally from India, he immigrated to the US in 2005 and built a career that spans Deloitte and experience as VP of Finance at ed-tech startup Kno, Inc., acquired by Intel. In 2014, …

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Is Psychological Safety Just Wishful Thinking — or a Winning Strategy? 27:21

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Picture a workplace where every idea is welcome, mistakes are opportunities for growth, and diverse perspectives are genuinely valued. Daniel Shore, Ph.D., a behavioral scientist and cofounder of MultiTeam Solutions, discusses how psychological safety helps build healthy, high-performing teams. Shore also works through a few real-world workplace sc…

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#37: The Language of Relationships: Understanding These Therapy Terms Could Drastically Improve How You Communicate and Connect with Your Adult Child. 20:10

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Have you ever heard terms like “boundaries,” “holding space,” or “emotional co-regulation,” and thought to yourself, “They keep throwing those words around but I really don’t know what they mean." How can you ever practice something when no one really explains them? I got you. In this episode, I break down 15 of the most common therapy terms that p…

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Scaling up Without Selling Out: How Pete Martin Helps Businesses Grow Faster and Smarter 44:02

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Pete Martin is the Founder and CEO of Vestara Advisors and the author of Scale Up Faster. Vestara Advisors specializes in helping tech and B2B service companies scale strategically and maximize valuation. A serial entrepreneur and expert advisor, Pete has closed over $1 billion in software deals and founded six companies, selling four of them, incl…

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#36: The Inspiring Story of a Young Woman Who - With the Encouragement of Her Parents - Refused to Let Her Learning Disability Define Her. 36:25

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If your adult child has a learning disability and feels stigmatized, unmotivated, and has a "life isn't fair" attitude, or perhaps your adult child simply makes excuses for their lacklustre life and spends a lot of time feeling sorry for themselves, you better believe this episode is for you. Michelle Steiner’s story is exactly what every parent ne…

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Doubling Your Agency in 7 Days: Peter Lang’s Rapid Growth Playbook 41:11

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Peter Lang is a seasoned entrepreneur and M&A strategist who helps agencies and digital businesses grow through smart acquisitions and integration. He co-founded Uhuru Network in 2010, building it into a seven-figure digital sales and inbound marketing agency before exiting in December 2022. Peter is now Founder of Digital Agency Business, Owner of…

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Performance Reviews: Turn Dread into Development 30:42

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Performance reviews are often met with groans and anxiety, but they don’t have to be a dreaded part of organizational life. Jay Jones and Payten Kirby, leads of talent and employee experience at SHRM, share how employers, managers, and employees can all improve the performance review process together. Learn the importance of building on existing st…

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#35: How to Raise Respectful, Responsible, Independent Adults While They're Living at Home and the Game-Changing Resource That Makes It Possible 15:40

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The link to The Living Together Agreement e-book is here - https://parentingfx.com/products/living-together-agreement Living with your adult child is either difficult or it's driving you crazy, but it doesn’t have to be that way. You think you've tried everything, but you've only used your words and unfortunately, they don't carry any weight. In th…

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Ethical Innovation Through a Venture Studio Model With Clay Unicorn 36:50

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Clay Unicorn is the Founder and former CEO of Unicorn.Love, a venture studio that empowers entrepreneurs to build, scale, and exit high‑impact B2B companies. Under his leadership, Unicorn reached a $1.25 billion valuation and became known for its innovations in AI, technology, and venture development. Clay has been a consultant for some of the bigg…

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Winning Clients Like Winning Games: Travis Hoechlin on Sales, SEO, and Legal Marketing Growth 39:53

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Travis Hoechlin is the CEO of RizeUp Media, an agency specializing in helping law firms generate new clients, increase revenue, and grow their businesses through online marketing strategies. With over 15 years of experience in legal marketing, he has significantly contributed to the company’s rapid success, including making the Inc. 5000 list two y…

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The Anatomy of a Great Job 25:39

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What qualities make a job truly great? SHRM asked 16,000 workers of different types across 16 countries this exact question in a new report — and now host Anne Sparaco is on the case with Jenny Perez, a member of the SHRM thought leadership team who led the research, to dive deep intothe data: what workers really value, why gaps exist with how they…

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Rewriting the Rules of an Ancient Industry With Kyle Ewing 37:46

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Kyle Ewing is the Founder of TerraSlate Inc., a company specializing in waterproof and tear-proof paper solutions designed for high-durability environments, such as the military, medical, and restaurant industries. He has helped innovate the centuries-old paper industry by creating materials that resist water, chemicals, and tearing, positioning Te…

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Mompreneur Life: Balancing Business and Motherhood With Chanie Gluck 36:02

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Chanie Gluck is the Founder and CEO of 4D Global, a medical billing and healthcare outsourcing company specializing in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM). 4D Global helps US-based medical billing companies scale by providing experienced offshore teams based in India, delivering cost-effective and efficient solutions. She has over two decades of experie…

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The Truth About Pay Transparency: Challenges, Risks, and Rewards 28:23

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The practice of openly sharing compensation information is reshaping workplaces — but implementing it effectively comes with challenges that go beyond compliance. C3 Nonprofit Consulting Group’s Nancy Hibschman, managing principal, and Amanda Wethington, principal, discuss the importance of pay transparency and the shifting societal expectations dr…

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#34: The Shocking Truth About the Effects of Bullying and Gaslighting on an Adult Child’s Brain and What Parents Can Do 57:30

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What if I told you that bullying and gaslighting don’t just leave emotional wounds - they actually damage the brain? My guest today, Dr. Jennifer Fraser, is an educator, researcher, and author who has written 2 books about how these emotionally abusive experiences can rewire a child’s brain in ways that last into adulthood. In The Bullied Brain (av…

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Why the Next Big AI Boom Is in Blue-Collar Jobs With Mike Ghaffary 39:01

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Mike Ghaffary is a General Partner at Burst Capital, a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in marketplace, software, and AI companies. With an impressive background spanning roles at Canvas Ventures and Social Capital, as well as co-founding Stitcher, he has been instrumental in the growth of companies like Yelp and Eat24, …

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Raising Resilient Kids: Eduardo Montano on Power Skills in the Age of AI 42:34

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Eduardo Montano is the Founder and CEO of Colegio Montano, a pioneering educational institution with two in-person campuses and a fully online school based in Guatemala City. A serial entrepreneur, he launched his first business at age 18 and has since founded more than a dozen companies across tech, education, and services — including Publinet, Pr…

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Spirituality’s Connection to Workplace Wellness and Productivity 25:13

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Discover how spirituality can impact employee mental wellness, workplace culture, and organizational outcomes. Dr. Keny Felix, a licensed therapist and associate professor of counseling at Liberty University, explores the distinction between spirituality and religion, emphasizing the importance of finding meaning and purpose in the workplace. Learn…

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#33: Survey Reveals What Parents of Struggling Adult Children Worry About Most 17:07

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I asked parents of struggling adult children to tell me what they think is really going on and they delivered. In this episode, I reveal the most common worries, frustrations and obstacles that parents are seeing in their adult kids, and what they believe is truly holding them back. If what these parents are saying resonates with you, feel free to …

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The Future of Software Development: AI and Senior Talent With Ashish Patel 37:39

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Ashish Patel is the CEO and Founder of Simpat Tech, a custom software consulting firm based in Austin, Texas. Simpat Tech specializes in custom software development, implementation, and consulting services, focusing on delivering straightforward and manageable software solutions for clients. Since its inception, Ashish has led Simpat Tech from a on…

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Unlock Your Island Dreams: The Tax Savings Blueprint With Trevor McCandless 39:51

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Trevor McCandless is the Founder and Chief Entrepreneurial Officer at Fusion CPA, a boutique financial advisory firm specializing in tax planning, accounting, and business advisory services for growth-minded entrepreneurs. Under his leadership, Fusion CPA has grown into a dozen-CPA powerhouse, delivering tailored financial strategies through its pr…

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Innovative Ways to Recruit Top Talent 30:27

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Explore the pressing challenges of overcoming talent shortages, shifting candidate expectations, and emerging technologies in today’s competitive job market. Heidi Barnett, president of talent acquisition at isolved, a human capital management platform, shares actionable insights on how organizations can adapt to these trends. Learn how to apply ma…

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GE’s Growth Playbook for Mid-Sized Companies With Kevin Poole 41:28

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Kevin Poole is the CEO of Newport LLC, a national business advisory firm specializing in helping middle-market companies accelerate growth, improve profitability, and prepare for successful exits. Before joining Newport, he spent nearly two decades at General Electric during the Jack Welch era, holding senior roles, and later led a $100 million con…

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#32: Change Starts With You: How One Mom’s Journey Helped Her Daughter Find Happiness Again 40:46

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If your home stresses you out, your life feels out of control, your adult children are miserable - hiding inside their messy bedrooms - and you’re not sure how much longer you can survive the chaos, this heartfelt conversation will inspire you. In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with a courageous mom who made the greatest change in …

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The New Mysteries: Exploring Consciousness, Joy, and True Choice With Mark Worster 46:18

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Mark Worster is the Founder of The New Mysteries, a personal transformation initiative that blends ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic practices to help individuals access deeper levels of consciousness. Previously, he founded Novation IT Services and served as CEO of Unitel, a two-time Inc. 500 honoree, which he later sold to his brother, marki…

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Paid Sick Leave Simplified: Expert Tips for HR Pros 24:00

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Explore the intricate challenges of managing paid sick leave laws across diverse jurisdictions, plus how those laws affect employee well-being and organizational success. Lauraine Bifulco, CEO of Vantaggio HR, shares actionable strategies to help professionals tackle these complexities. From understanding diverse accrual methodologies to navigating…

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The Hidden Skills That Get You Hired 33:45

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Send us a text Want to know the skills that get you hired? The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified core competencies that employers across industries are expecting from job seekers. The good news? These competencies can be developed at any career stage through intentional practice. Online courses, mentorship relatio…

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Lean Tech Done Right: Catie King on Using AI and Low-Code to Scale Fast 34:13

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Catie King is the Co-founder of Stradia Partners, a consultancy that empowers companies to optimize operations through low-code, no-code, and AI-powered technology solutions. Stradia Partners specializes in building scalable internal tools using platforms like Airtable and Retool to streamline workflows, consolidate data, and boost team efficiency …

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#31: My Stay-at-Home Adult Child Has No Job, No Interests & No Plans: Will I Ever Retire? 8:45

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So, your adult child lives at home but does nothing all day. Seriously, nothing. They have no job, no interests, no plans, no life. You're tired of asking them, tired of nagging, losing patience and deep down, you wonder; will I ever get to retire? You're past the point where it's just a phase. All you hear are excuses. While some might be valid, y…

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The Purple Squirrel Approach: Escape the Rat Race With Carrie Schochet 39:50

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Carrie Schochet is the Founder and CEO of Purple Squirrel Advisors, a boutique executive search firm specializing in senior-level placements for private equity and family businesses. Purple Squirrel Advisors is renowned for its personalized, "white glove" recruitment process, emphasizing cultural fit and long-term success in placements. Beyond her …

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Leadership in Action: How the Ford Foundation Rebuilt Trust in HR 27:19

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How do you rebuild trust and reshape perceptions within a key organizational function? Diane Headley, vice president and chief people officer at the Ford Foundation, shares her journey of revitalizing the HR function to better serve employees and align with organizational goals. Headley discusses the challenges of uniting a newly formed HR leadersh…

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From ChatGPT Hacks to YouTube Growth: John Corcoran Shares B2B Podcasting Essentials 19:12

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John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and ran his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Since 2012, John has be…

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Profitless Prosperity to Global Brand With Brian Smith 35:50

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Brian Smith is the Founder of UGG, the globally recognized sheepskin boots brand. Originally from Australia, he transitioned from a career in accounting to entrepreneurship after studying at the UCLA School of Management. Brian launched UGG Imports in 1978 with minimal capital and a bold vision to introduce sheepskin boots to the American market. O…

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#30: Helping Your Adult Child Discover Their Strengths and Find Their Path: Advice from a Career Coach 59:32

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If your adult child feels lost, unmotivated, and unsure about their future, you might love this episode - especially if your young adult is struggling to find out what they want to do and which career would "light them up". I’m speaking with Kristin Clark, a Career Exploration Coach who uses the CliftonStrengths assessment (which I mentioned in Epi…

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Start With Strategy, Not Tactics With David Meyer 43:17

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David Meyer is a Partner at Spoke Marketing, LLC, a full-service marketing agency specializing in sales-driven brand storytelling and scalable marketing strategies. With a career spanning over 16 years at Spoke Marketing, David has been instrumental in guiding the agency through various economic challenges, including the 2008 financial crisis. An e…

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The Price of Success: Balancing Career Advancement and Wellbeing 21:48

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Advancing in your career often comes with significant trade-offs, but how can organizations better support employees in managing these sacrifices? SHRM researcher Sally Windisch, who led the development of a new report on this topic, The Price of Success: Navigating the Trade-Offs That Shape Career Growth, shares actionable HR and leadership strate…

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Laughs, Games & Career Turns: Mike Drucker’s Path from SNL, Nintendo to Tonight Show and New Memoir 1:01:45

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In this episode of Game Dev Advice, writer and comedian Mike Drucker shares his journey across the worlds of television, video games, and comedy. Starting as an assistant and researcher at Saturday Night Live, Mike moved into game localization at Nintendo—where he even played basketball with Reggie Fils-Aimé—before joining The Tonight Show Starring…

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Why Your Marketing Closet Needs a Makeover With Braydan Young 34:58

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Braydan Young is the Co-founder and CEO of SlashExperts, a leading peer-conversation platform that helps B2B companies accelerate revenue by connecting prospective buyers with real customers. Under his leadership, SlashExperts announced $2M in seed funding in April 2025, marking a significant milestone for the company. Braydan has a background in e…

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#29: You’re Only as Happy as Your Saddest Child - But Is That Holding You Back from Helping Them? 16:55

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You’ve heard it said, “You’re only as happy as your saddest child,” and perhaps this is your mantra. But what if that belief is holding you back from being the parent that your adult child needs? Can you lead them through their struggles and help them overcome their fears when you feel as bad as they do? Today, we’re talking about emotional enmeshm…

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Clawing Back: TJ Pitre's Journey to Success 1:05:18

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TJ Pitre is the Founder and CEO of Southleft, LLC, a front-end application design and development agency based in New Orleans. With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, he has grown Southleft into a multimillion-dollar agency, partnering with global brands such as IBM, Google, Caterpillar, and PetSmart, as well as community-driven orga…

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Surviving Market Shifts and Scaling Smart in Tech With Nathan Whittacre 29:11

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Nathan Whittacre is the Founder and CEO of Stimulus Technologies, a managed IT services provider specializing in internet services, cloud computing, and VoIP solutions across multiple US states. With a bachelor’s and master’s degree in computer science from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Nathan has been at the forefront of the tech industry f…

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Wealth Building in Uncertain Times With Rich Schuette 36:57

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Rich Schuette is the Founder and CEO of Avalan Wealth Management, a firm based in Santa Barbara that specializes in personalized financial, business, and investment planning for entrepreneurs and affluent individuals. Rich brings over 25 years of experience in the financial industry and is known for his relationship-first, truth-over-tact approach …

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Succession Planning Strategies for Long-Term Stability 27:48

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Is your organization ready for the next leadership transition? Succession planning isn’t just about filling roles — it’s about securing your organization’s future in an era of hybrid work models and generational workforce shifts. Bertha Robinson, executive coach and business consultant at coaching solutions firm Star One Professional Services, expl…

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Inside the Classroom: What One Teacher Says About the Next Generation’s Career Choices with Nare Movsisyan 35:32

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Send us a text The landscape of education and career preparation is changing dramatically, and today's high school students are navigating these shifts with new perspectives on what success looks like. In this eye-opening conversation with high school teacher Nare Movsisyan, we explore the significant movement away from traditional four-year colleg…

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#28 Stop Walking on Eggshells and Start Parenting With Confidence 1:20:55

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Walking on eggshells, afraid to set boundaries, worried about pushing your young adult too hard and constantly second-guessing yourself is EXHAUSTING. There’s got to be a better way. It might sound cliché, but there are so many parents who are in the same boat as you, trying to do the right thing for their young adult, but nothing is working. Maybe…

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Redefining Business in the AI Era With John Corcoran 19:47

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John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and ran his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Since 2012, John has be…

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Reimagining Money: Brandon Hatton’s Four Pillars of Conscious Wealth 33:46

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Brandon Hatton is the President and Chief Investment Officer of Conscious Wealth, a values-driven wealth management firm dedicated to helping clients achieve financial well-being while fostering meaningful family connections, personal health, and perspective. He brings a diverse background in international education and finance, having begun his ca…

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Aligning Culture Work to Your Strategic Business Plan 31:50

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What happens when strategic goals, leadership, and workplace culture align? Organizations thrive. Heather Haas, CEO of Advisa, a business management consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations create effective teams, leaders, and cultures, shares proven solutions to reconnect your team’s goals with your organization’s purpose. Discover how r…

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#27: How to Have an Honest Conversation with Your Adult Kid to Become the Parent They Need Right Now 21:47

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"I hate you! You're the worst Mom in the world!" Did you ever say that to your parent when you were a kid? Or maybe you were on the receiving end; watching your 5-year-old, arms crossed, storming off in protest because you wouldn’t let them bring their stuffed animal to school. They’ll get over it, you thought. And they did. Fast forward 20 years, …