Casually Pro Podcast

Geoffrey Huck & Charles Leyte
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Casually Pro is a podcast where hosts Jef and Charlie reveal the stories and insights behind unique careers, opening doors to worlds many of us never get to see. With a laid-back approach, they make the complex aspects of each profession clear and relatable. Every episode is a reminder that no matter the job title, each career journey holds lessons in resilience, curiosity, and creativity—empowering listeners to discover new possibilities and maybe even find inspiration for their own paths.

  1. 11/26/2025

    42 - From Lost Sight, to New Vision: A Conversation With Kijuan Amey

    Kijuan Amey is a Professional Resilience Speaker & Coach, bestselling author, and founder of Amey Motivation. He dedicated a decade to the U.S. Air Force as an In-Flight Refueling Specialist, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant. In 2017, a motorcycle accident left him blind, marking the beginning of an extraordinary journey of recovery—learning to walk and navigate life anew. As former Vice President of the Carolina Regional Blinded Veterans Association and ambassador for the Air Force Wounded Warriors, Kijuan continues to uplift veterans and their families. He is also a passionate drummer, on-stage actor, and author of Don’t Focus on Why Me. Through his speaking and coaching, Kijuan transforms adversity into empowerment, reminding audiences: “I may have lost my sight, but I did not lose my vision.” Whether speaking to large conferences or guiding individuals one-on-one, he brings authenticity, energy, and unwavering purpose to every engagement.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook His book Don't Focus on Why Me: From Motorcycle Accident to Miracle

    48 min

  2. 11/12/2025

    41 - From Madness to Mindfulness: A Conversation With Hediya Sizar

    Hediya Sizar is the founder of House of Leyli, a lifestyle brand that cultivates modern mindfulness rituals inspired by Persian culture. Alongside her entrepreneurial work, Hediya is a certified mindfulness coach, producer, and consultant, where she helps Fortune 500 leaders and organizations drive human-centered transformation. She previously co-founded the Bring on the Books Foundation, a nonprofit literacy organization that rerouted more than 95,000 books across the U.S. Hediya holds a B.A. in Media, Culture, and Communication from NYU Steinhardt, an MBA from NYU Stern, and is a Global Shaper with the World Economic Forum.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links: www.houseofleyli.com @houseofleyli

    58 min

  3. 10/29/2025

    40 - Rock Bottom to Resilience: a conversation with Ken Miller

    Ken Miller is an author, speaker, and the founder of Denali FSP, a consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations achieve sustainable funding. His book, Becoming Ken: One Black Man’s Journey from Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, chronicles his powerful story of resilience, redemption, and authenticity. Through his keynotes and programs like “From Rock Bottom to Resilience,” Ken inspires audiences to embrace truth, face adversity, and make meaningful life choices.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links Website Facebook Linkedin Instagram X Twitter

    1h 8m

  4. 10/15/2025

    39 - Authenticity Over Authority: Redefining Modern Leadership — A Conversation with Jennifer Jensen

    Jennifer Jensen, an authentic leader with over 29 years of progressive experience in the corporate world. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with numerous leaders, identifying common skills gaps and recognizing the critical need for their development. Jennifer's journey has been driven by a profound observation: while there are many mediocre leaders, there is a scarcity of truly exceptional ones—a gap she aims to bridge.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links Website Resources (Gifts): 1. Leadership Influence Quiz 2. Authentic Leader Roadmap 3. The Leadership Influence Playbook 4. Leadership Visibility Quick Assessment LinkedIn Instagram

    54 min

  5. 10/08/2025

    38 - Passport Optional: The Real Rules of Global Growth — a conversation with Christine Yip

    Drawing from her experience across New Zealand, Australia, and Asia, Christine W. K. Yip helps organisations transform cultural nuances into growth opportunities. Through works such as “Power Up – How to Improve Productivity and Innovation,” she unpacks the principles of building successful ventures through process excellence and technology integration. As an Advisory Board Certified Chair™ and a Top 50 CIO New Zealand awardee (2020), Christine specialises in technology, engineering, and infrastructure—empowering technical organisations to turn challenges into opportunities. Her practice focuses on three key areas: Strategic Business Development and Investment: Christine guides organisations through the complexities of global expansion, developing sustainable strategies that attract investment while navigating market entry and regulatory landscapes. Talent Recruitment: By identifying and attracting specialist technical talent, she helps organisations strengthen their innovation capability and position themselves as desirable investments. Performance Optimisation: Through process streamlining and technology adoption, Christine enhances organisational efficiency and investor appeal, setting the stage for sustainable growth.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links LinkedIn

    55 min

  6. 10/03/2025

    37 - Rearview Revolution: Smart Safety in Motion — a conversation with Alexander Macdonald

    As the Founder, CEO, and Inventor of HindSight, Alexander Macdonald brings over six years of experience driving innovation in smart mobility and safety technology. With a foundation in physics and a passion for impactful solutions, he developed and patented HindSight’s groundbreaking optical systems, transforming the company from concept to commercialization. At the helm of HindSight, Macdonald leads product innovation, strategic partnerships, and investment efforts, positioning the company for scalable growth. Under his leadership, HindSight’s pioneering optical technology enhances human awareness and safety, empowering people to make smarter, more confident decisions in cycling and mobility. Committed to redefining how people navigate the world, Alexander Macdonald continues to push the boundaries of safety and mobility innovation—merging science, technology, and vision to create meaningful impact.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links LinkedIn Hindsight Store

    59 min

  7. 09/25/2025

    36 - The Power of Reinvention: Turning Setbacks into Strength — a conversation with Nadia Ashraf

    Nadia is a multi-disciplinary professional who has journeyed from finance into IT, cloud, and big data, and is now building a thriving career in personal branding, copywriting, and coaching. Based in Germany, she combines her background in tech, media, and business analytics with her passion for communication and human potential. Through her work, she helps professionals and founders clarify their message, stand out on LinkedIn, and grow with authenticity. Nadia’s story of reinvention—as an immigrant, single mother, and non-conformist—fuels her mission to empower others to break societal boxes and build purpose-driven careers.   About the hosts Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links LinkedIn

    1h 4m

  8. 09/17/2025

    35 - Unboxable: Building a Career That Can’t Be Labeled — a conversation with Lindsey Lerner

    Lindsey is a documentarian of the work most people miss. She catches the hum before the curtain lifts, the unglamorous rituals, the strengths that rarely get named out loud. Through Field Notes from the Work (and the Wild), she blends photography, audio, and story to reveal people in their element—too deep in what they love to be performing for anyone else. Her path has always bent toward the unseen: founding a music hub that produced 50+ videos and hosted over 1,000 events, tour managing indie acts all the way up to Vans Warped Tour, helping startups raise millions and scale community campaigns, and leading cultural strategy projects from city halls to stadiums. The throughline is simple—shine a light on what usually stays in the background, so people feel fully seen and able to step into spaces they never thought they belonged in.   About the Hosts: Charles is a strategy consultant, networking coach, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses. With a knack for creating actionable insights, Charles helps leaders and learners turn their visions into reality.  Connect with Charles here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-leyte/  Jef is a former developer turned public speaking coach who knows how to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages. With a passion for storytelling and empowering others, Geoff helps individuals and teams communicate with confidence and impact. Connect with  Jef here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-huck/  Together, they share strategies, stories, and insights to inspire and empower their audience.   Links:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-lerner/ https://fieldnotesfromthework.substack.com/ https://www.gofundme.com/manage/fund-the-field-year-our-living-record-of-what-matters

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Casually Pro is a podcast where hosts Jef and Charlie reveal the stories and insights behind unique careers, opening doors to worlds many of us never get to see. With a laid-back approach, they make the complex aspects of each profession clear and relatable. Every episode is a reminder that no matter the job title, each career journey holds lessons in resilience, curiosity, and creativity—empowering listeners to discover new possibilities and maybe even find inspiration for their own paths.

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  • Creator
    Geoffrey Huck & Charles Leyte
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    Casually Pro Podcast