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UMBC Mic'd Up Podcast welcomes faculty, students, alumni, and industry thought leaders to share their insights and UMBC experiences.

  1. há 5 dias

    Branding Beyond LinkedIn

    Your personal brand is more than your LinkedIn profile. It’s what people know you for, what they remember about you, and the expertise and perspective you bring to your field. In this episode of UMBC Mic’d Up, host Dennise Cardona, M.A. '23, explores how to build your personal brand beyond LinkedIn through podcasting, public speaking, sharing your ideas, and developing thought leadership. But building a professional presence doesn’t mean you have to become a full-time content creator—or try to be everywhere at once. Instead, start with one approach that feels natural to you and gives others an opportunity to experience what you know and how you think. Because ultimately, personal branding isn’t just about promoting yourself. It’s about making your expertise easier to find. If you’re looking to strengthen your professional presence, share your knowledge, and become known for the value you bring to your field, this episode offers a practical place to start.

  2. 20 de ago.

    She Was Already Working in GIS. Why Go Back for a Master’s?

    What does a career in GIS really look like—and how can graduate education help you grow in a field that’s constantly evolving? In this episode of UMBC Mic’d Up, host Dennise Cardona, M.A. '23, talks with Meghan Arnold, a current student in UMBC’s Geographic Information Systems master’s program and a GIS technician working in local government.  Meghan shares how she uses GIS to map and maintain critical storm water infrastructure, how skills from the classroom have translated directly to projects at work, and why communicating complex geographic data to non-GIS audiences is just as important as creating the maps themselves. She also discusses balancing graduate school with a full-time career, the flexibility she has found in the program, and her long-term goal of becoming a GIS manager.  Tune in for a student’s perspective on the real-world impact of GIS—and why this growing field is about much more than maps.  Learn More: https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/geographic-information-systems/

    She Was Already Working in GIS. Why Go Back for a Master’s?

  3. 24 de jul.

    Showing Up as Your True Self at Work

    What does it really mean to be authentic in today's workplace? In this episode of UMBC Mic'd Up, host Dennise Cardona, M.A., '23, sits down with Timothy Olivella, a graduate student in UMBC's Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership (EIL) program, to explore the role authenticity plays in professional success, leadership, workplace culture, and personal fulfillment. Learn more about UMBC Professional Programs and the Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership (EIL) program: https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/entrepreneurship-innovation-leadership/masters-of-professional-studies-entrepreneurship-innovation-and-leadership/ #UMBCMicdUp #UMBC #Authenticity #Leadership #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

    Showing Up as Your True Self at Work

  4. 9 de jul.

    How Great Leaders Create Trust, Growth, and Innovation

    What separates a good leader from a truly effective one? In this episode of UMBC Mic'd Up, host Dennise Cardona, M.A. '23 sits down with Karl Douglas, L.H.D. (Hon.), Graduate Faculty in UMBC's Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership (EIL) Graduate Program, to discuss leadership, communication, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and entrepreneurship in today's workplace. Karl shares lessons from his journey from sales and marketing to Director of Talent Development, where he supports the growth and development of thousands of employees. Together, they explore what it means to invest in people, create psychologically safe workplaces, embrace change, and lead with purpose. Learn more about the Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership Graduate Program at UMBC #UMBC #LeadershipDevelopment #CommunicationSkills #EmotionalIntelligence #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership

    How Great Leaders Create Trust, Growth, and Innovation

  5. 25 de jun.

    How to Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Any Career

    What separates people who act on ideas from those who stay stuck in overthinking? In this episode of UMBC Mic'd Up, host Dennise Cardona, M.A. ’23, sits down with Shawn Wolf, D.S.L., graduate faculty member in UMBC's Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership program, to explore the entrepreneurial mindset and why it matters far beyond starting a business. Shawn shares lessons from his own entrepreneurial journey, discusses the power of curiosity, explains why successful entrepreneurs view failure differently, and offers practical strategies for developing innovative thinking in any career. Topics discussed include: • The role of curiosity in entrepreneurship and innovation • Why failure is a valuable source of learning • Entrepreneurship vs. intrapreneurship • Taking calculated risks and navigating uncertainty • How innovation drives continuous improvement • Practical habits that help people move from ideas to action • Why entrepreneurial thinking is especially important during periods of technological change Whether you're a business owner, a leader, or simply someone looking to solve problems more effectively, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediately. Learn more about UMBC's Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership program.

    How to Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Any Career

  6. 11 de jun.

    Preparing Students for an AI-Powered Workforce

    How should colleges prepare students for an AI-driven world? In this episode of UMBC Mic’d Up, Dennise Cardona, M.A. ’23, sits down with Professor Ron Wilson from UMBC’s Geographic Information Systems Master’s program to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping education, critical thinking, and the future workforce. Wilson shares the powerful moment that inspired him to develop a structured AI framework for his students and faculty—one that treats AI as an assistant, consultant, collaborator, and even tutor. Together, Dennise and Ron discuss how educators can responsibly integrate AI into the classroom while still preserving creativity, critical thinking, and authentic human voice. Listen now and discover how AI can empower—not replace—human potential. #AIinEducation #ArtificialIntelligence #HigherEducation #CriticalThinking #UMBC #Podcast #EdTech #Learning #AI #GraduateSchool

    Preparing Students for an AI-Powered Workforce

  7. 21 de mai.

    How Data Science Helped Build a Smarter Fitness App

    Manikanta Sirumalla, a graduate student in UMBC’s Data Science program, shares the story behind Rep Track Pro — an AI-powered fitness app designed to bring workouts, nutrition, recovery, and progress tracking into one place. In this conversation, he discusses how his own fitness journey inspired the idea, the challenges of building and launching an app as a solo founder, and how coursework in UMBC’s Data Science program helped shape the technology behind it. From machine learning models to real-world user feedback, this is a story about innovation, persistence, and building something meaningful from the ground up. Learn more about UMBC’s Data Science graduate program: https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/data-science Learn more about RepTrack Pro App: https://reptrackpro.org/

    How Data Science Helped Build a Smarter Fitness App

  8. 14 de mai.

    More Than a Degree: Becoming a Systems Problem Solver

    In this episode of UMBC Mic’d Up, we sat down with Gordon Quach, M.S. ’25, to talk about his journey through the Systems Engineering graduate program at UMBC. Gordon shares what led him to pursue a master’s degree, how he balanced work and graduate school, and why systems engineering stood out among other paths. He offers practical insights on career growth, real-world application, and the value of thinking beyond individual tasks to see the bigger picture. The conversation also explores how systems thinking prepares professionals for an AI-driven world—where tools are evolving quickly, but strong problem-solving and big-picture thinking remain essential. Whether you’re considering graduate school or looking to advance your career, this episode offers a thoughtful look at what it means to build skills that last. Learn more about UMBC’s Systems Engineering Graduate Program!  https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/systems-engineering/ms-systems-engineering/

    More Than a Degree: Becoming a Systems Problem Solver
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UMBC Mic'd Up Podcast welcomes faculty, students, alumni, and industry thought leaders to share their insights and UMBC experiences.

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  • Criado por
    UMBC Mic'd Up with Dennise
  • Anos de atividade
    2021 - 2026
  • Episódios
    114
  • Classificação
    Explícito
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    © 2026 UMBC Mic'd Up
  • Site do podcast
    UMBC Mic'd Up