56 episodes
On The Job Express Employment Professionals
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4.8 • 17 Ratings
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For the 8th season of "On The Job," host Avery Thompson shares stories of folks making pivots in their professional - and personal - lives. Whether it's a successful athlete transitioning into a new career off the field, a fly fishing tour guide trying to introduce a new segment of folks to the joys of the outdoors, or a stadium beer and hot dog hawker who doubles as the CEO of a red-hot start-up, we'll find out what drives them, how they've managed their pivots and what lies ahead. Strap in for eight more entertaining and heartfelt stories of people finding their life's work.
"On The Job" is brought to you by Express Employment Professions.
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Are We Still Building?
Mark Erlich, a former carpenter who is now a Fellow at Harvard, gives us a look at the jobs market, and the ascendance of the “toolbelt generation.”
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The Tears and Tenacity of a Clown
Brandon Dunn was born into rodeo royalty. And for twenty years he fulfilled his destiny -- until a tragic car accident ended his career. Or nearly ended it. Brandon tells his story of loss and rehabilitation, and welcomes us into the fascinating world of rodeo clowning. To see Brandon in action, check-out his page here. (http://www.roblittle.com/)
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Torque Wrenches Are This Girl’s Best Friend
Demeny Pollitt is an automotive technician and the founder of Girlington Garage, a female-run auto garage in South Burlington, Vermont. In operation since 2009, Pollitt’s business has not only survived, but thrived. Ms. Pollitt talks about taking the leap to entrepreneurship, entering a male dominated industry, and the joys/challenges of business ownership. Find out more about her business here (https://girlingtongarage.com/).
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Objective Unlocked!
Finding work in this economy doesn't have to be arduous. Tune in to hear from Olivia, an Express Employment Professionals Employment Specialist-turned-Operations Manager and one of her Associates, Leon, who she's helped place, to find out how the process has impacted both of their lives.
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Ahoys and Haha's; Comedy On The High Seas
Rob Little has a very enviable work calendar. As a cruise ship comedian with over 200 outings to his credit, Rob has seen places and ports most of us only dream of. But life aboard the ship isn't all laughter and sunshine. You can find out more about his comedy stylings here (http://www.roblittle.com/).
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If You Build a Pizza Oven, They Will Come
Jake Wright is a self-described food carnie; a rambling pizza rover. After a failed attempt at a career in music production, Jake decided to combine the two things in life that most excite him: pizza and welding. Now, he tows his mobile pizza oven around Texas, making pizzas at music festivals, rodeos, and even his own wedding. To get your own mobile pie, check out his website (https://www.ohmypizzapie.com/).
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Customer Reviews
Great Podcast
Excellent interviews! Great writing, great guests. Avery is a fantastic host who asks all the right questions. Love this podcast.
Better and better
This show continues to get better with each season. Otis’s writing, delivery and interviews are fantastic—a great host. Keep up the good work.
Inspiring!! Great new season!
If episode 1 for the 2020 season is any indication, we’re up for another series of wonderful storytelling! Looking forward to more of the same kind of uplifting stories - full of hope, humor, and the value of work of all kinds. Thank you!!