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NSN is a student-led podcast dedicated to providing in-depth insights into business, finance, and professional development. Through thoughtful discussions, expert interviews, and real-world analysis, NSN equips listeners with practical knowledge and strategies to succeed academically and professionally. The podcast bridges the gap between classroom learning and career readiness, empowering students to navigate the business world with confidence and purpose.

Episodes

  1. Oct 23

    EP. 2 — Bryan Besecker, VP Investment Strategist at BNY Wealth

    Most students are chasing the wrong goal - and Brian Besecker says that’s exactly why so many careers stall before they start. The BNY Wealth investment strategist and founder of Path Spark breaks down a sharper way to think about your future: stop trying to pick the “perfect” path and start testing what actually fits.Brian shares why your starting point does not define your career, how to balance a full-time role with building a startup on the side, and why career exploration should be treated like a series of MVPs - minimum viable experiments that help you learn fast before you commit.You’ll discover: Why coffee chats alone are not enough to figure out a careerHow to prototype a job before you commit to itThe real reason most students get stuck choosing majors and internshipsHow Brian uses AI as a productivity engine at BNY WealthWhy prompt engineering is really about learning to write clear instructionsWhere AI helps in education, and where overreliance becomes a problemBrian also makes the case that AI is not just a threat - it could be the tool that makes personalized education and career support scalable for the first time. But he warns that if students use it to replace critical thinking instead of strengthen it, they may come out worse, not better.If you’re a high school student, college student, parent, or young professional trying to figure out what to do next, this conversation is packed with practical advice on career clarity, time management, entrepreneurship, and using AI the right way.

  2. Sep 21

    EP. 1 — Frank Wilary, Principal & Co-Founder of Wilary Winn

    What if the best career path isn’t the one with the biggest paycheck—but the one that helps you build the right skills, relationships, and purpose?In this interview, Frank Wilary, Principal & Co-Founder of Wilary Winn, shares how he went from studying finance and accounting to building a successful consulting firm that has continued growing for more than two decades.Frank discusses the career decisions that shaped his journey, why the first 10 years of your career should focus on developing skills rather than maximizing income, and how networking, humility, curiosity, and listening helped him build lasting professional relationships.In this episode, you’ll learn: Why choosing the best opportunity can matter more than choosing the biggest oneHow networking helped create long-term business opportunitiesWhy early-career professionals should prioritize learning and skill developmentHow Frank and his co-founder built Wilary Winn through relationships and referralsThe importance of finding a specialized niche in a competitive industryWhy passion and quality can be more valuable than simply pursuing growthHow expertise and accuracy helped build trust with clientsFrank also shares insights into Wilary Winn’s work in areas including CECL, mortgage servicing rights valuation, mergers, asset-liability management, and credit modeling. This conversation is especially valuable for college students, young professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone deciding between a secure career path and the opportunity to build something of their own.

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About

NSN is a student-led podcast dedicated to providing in-depth insights into business, finance, and professional development. Through thoughtful discussions, expert interviews, and real-world analysis, NSN equips listeners with practical knowledge and strategies to succeed academically and professionally. The podcast bridges the gap between classroom learning and career readiness, empowering students to navigate the business world with confidence and purpose.

Information

  • Creator
    NSN
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © NSN
  • Show Website
    Next Steps Network