Tips From the Unqualified

Javion Bodine

Tips From the Unqualified is a conversational and professional podcast for people navigating life, careers, and ambition before the résumé, credentials, or support systems catch up. Hosted by Javion Bodine, the show explores the real experiences of people who are building toward their goals without a clear roadmap. College students chasing dream jobs. Parents learning as they go. Career switchers. Creatives. Professionals who feel capable but under-resourced. People who are ahead of the work but behind the requirements. Each episode blends honest dialogue, practical insight, and lived experience to unpack what “qualification” really means, who defines it, who it excludes, and how people move forward anyway. This podcast is not about having all the answers. It’s about learning out loud.

Episodes

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    How to Thrive in Leadership: Lessons from Lawrenz Ellman-Sanders

    Leadership can be both a challenge and an opportunity. Many students wonder how they can make a real impact on their campuses. In episode 3, we’ll explore the journey of Lawrenz Ellman-Sanders. Lawrenz an MBA candidate at the University of South Carolina, shares invaluable lessons on thriving in college leadership roles, being apart of the D9 family, and and how just being yourself gets you access to certain rooms. Whether you’re looking to run for student government or start a new initiative or even become a member of the D9, Lawrence’s insights will inspire you to take action. Lawrenz reminds us that leadership is a journey filled with ups and downs. Embrace the challenges, and don’t shy away from taking risks.

    51 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    The Process NOT the Product of Brentavius Boyd

    In this episode of Tips from the Unqualified, I connected with Brentavius Boyd, a remarkable individual whose life journey encapsulates resilience and determination. Growing up in Birmingham, Alabama, Brent faced numerous challenges, from navigating a single-parent household to overcoming societal stereotypes, and even becoming THE Mr. A&T of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in his senior year of college. We explore his story, focusing on his childhood experiences, educational challenges, and how he ultimately found his passion in college. About Brentavius Boyd Brentavius Boyd is a recent graduate and an inspiring figure who has shared his story of overcoming adversity. Raised by a single mother in Birmingham, he became a role model for his younger siblings and broke generational barriers by pursuing higher education. His journey is not just about academic success; it’s also about personal growth and self-discovery.

    51 min

  3. 4 MAR

    The Art of Asha Taitt

    In our FIRST episode, we connect with the Ms. Asha Taitt. Asha reveals her journey from an overthinking kid with a worry book to a fearless creative. She candidly shares experiences that many in the Black community are hesitant to discuss, like childhood memories, the power of therapy and realizing everyone has an inner twin. These stories aren’t just personal; they resonate with so many of us. Asha’s insight into how her past fuels her art is a reminder that our experiences, even the painful ones, can lead to profound creativity. What if we embrace our past to fuel our future? What if rejection a 1000x over, is just realignment to your true self? #CreativeJourney #MentalHealthMatters #AshaTate #Podcast #BlackVoices

    1h 40m
  • 3 Episodes

About

Tips From the Unqualified is a conversational and professional podcast for people navigating life, careers, and ambition before the résumé, credentials, or support systems catch up. Hosted by Javion Bodine, the show explores the real experiences of people who are building toward their goals without a clear roadmap. College students chasing dream jobs. Parents learning as they go. Career switchers. Creatives. Professionals who feel capable but under-resourced. People who are ahead of the work but behind the requirements. Each episode blends honest dialogue, practical insight, and lived experience to unpack what “qualification” really means, who defines it, who it excludes, and how people move forward anyway. This podcast is not about having all the answers. It’s about learning out loud.

Information

  • Creator
    Javion Bodine
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Javion Bodine
  • Show Website
    Tips From the Unqualified