The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast

Simone Morris
The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast

Ready to own your career? "The Power of Owning Your Career" delivers the fuel you need! Dive into empowering interviews with leaders who've taken the driver's seat and are navigating their professional journeys with purpose. Host Simone E. Morris unlocks their secrets, sharing authentic advice, valuable resources, and leadership lessons you can immediately apply. Get ready to level up, take control, and drive your career success!

  1. 2天前

    The Power of Branding and Career Advancement

    Ready to revolutionize your career strategy? This week's "The Power of Owning Your Career" features Hector Pachas, a headshot photographer who's more than just a visual storyteller – he's a career catalyst! Dive into his inspiring pandemic-driven pivot, learning how he leveraged his IT background to redefine personal branding through powerful, personality-driven photos and expert facial expression coaching. But that's not all! We're also unlocking resources and strategies for career advancement, exploring the crucial role of mentorship, and emphasizing lifelong learning in a rapidly evolving world. Hector shares his insights on navigating AI and tech advancements and mastering LinkedIn for professional growth, including how it's evolved as a networking and branding tool. Plus, we tackled overcoming the fear of self-promotion on LinkedIn and compared it to other social media platforms. And, of course, we get a glimpse into Hector's life beyond the lens, from his passion for cooking to winemaking. Get ready to transform your career trajectory and visually command your professional story!   A Time Stamp of The Show: 00:00 From Corporate IT to Camera 04:36 Personal Branding Evolution Work 07:49 Zoom's Enhanced Photo Features 11:05 Evolving Identity and Growth 15:41 "Mentorship: Navigating Online Overload" 19:35 Tailoring Content to Platform Audience 20:59 Balancing Professional and Personal Branding 24:46 "Embracing Authenticity and Public Speaking"   Connect with our guest, Hector Pachas, at: https://hectorpachas.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/hectorpachas/.   Connect with the show's host, Simone E. Morris, at https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonemorris/.   To apply to be a guest on the show, visit  bit.ly/pooycshowguest    ✴️ Get More Support for Your Career: 🟢 Get Simone's Book, The Power of Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/3xlYyl6) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, 52 Tips for Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/43JTV03) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, Achievement Unlocked: Strategies to Set Goals and Manifest Them (https://bit.ly/3TD8rlD)  🟢 Book a complimentary coaching exploration call with Simone at https://www.careerbreakthroughcall.com

    27 分钟
  2. 3月24日

    Say Yes To Opportunities

    Welcome to this week's inspiring episode of The Power of Owning Your Career podcast. Today, we're thrilled to welcome Matt Stephenson, the CEO and co-founder of Code to College. Based in Austin, Texas, Code to College is making a powerful impact by creating a national network of diverse college-going technical talent. Their mission? To empower high school students, primarily Black, Brown, and girls, by developing vital coding and professional skills through a skills-based, volunteer-driven program. These students gain invaluable exposure to STEM industries through case competitions, workshops, and mentorships.   Matt shares his journey in our conversation, from discovering coding in college to founding Code to College. He discusses the pivotal moments and influences that shaped his career path, emphasizing the importance of education, community, and the power of saying "yes" to opportunities.   Tune in as Matt reveals his insightful perspectives on owning your career, the transformative power of building a supportive network, and his vision for expanding this impactful initiative. Whether you are in an exploratory phase of your career or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with valuable life lessons and encouragement to help you take charge of your professional journey.   A Time Stamp of The Show: 00:00 "How Tech Skills Transformed My Life" 05:16 Immigrant Family's Pursuit of Opportunity 07:36 "Unexpected Journey to Fulfillment" 12:50 Teaching: The Toughest Job of All 15:39 Travel, Plan, and Stay Open 19:56 "Books, Podcasts, and Networking" 20:56 Build and Value Your Network 24:15 "Importance of Following Up" 27:32 Career Empowerment with Matt Stephenson   Resources shared by Matt: Books: Thinking Strategically Give and Take   Connect with our guest, Matt Stephenson, at  https://code2college.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewcstephenson/    Connect with the show's host, Simone E. Morris, at https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonemorris/.   To apply to be a guest on the show, visit  bit.ly/pooycshowguest    ✴️ Get More Support for Your Career: 🟢 Get Simone's Book, The Power of Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/3xlYyl6) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, 52 Tips for Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/43JTV03) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, Achievement Unlocked: Strategies to Set Goals and Manifest Them (https://bit.ly/3TD8rlD)  🟢 Book a complimentary coaching exploration call with Simone at https://www.careerbreakthroughcall.com

    29 分钟
  3. 3月17日

    Unlocking Career Growth by Embracing Risk and Networking

    Welcome to this week's exciting episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! I'm thrilled to bring you a dynamic and insightful conversation with Kira Deneen, a seasoned genetics counselor and the brilliant mind behind the popular DNA Today podcast. And here's a special treat – this was a live recording! Head over to our YouTube Channel to watch the full episode. We're diving deep into Kira's fascinating career journey, exploring how her early passion for podcasting, sparked back in 2012, has seamlessly intertwined with her work in genetics. Listen as she shares her experiences on the profound impact of networking, overcoming career jitters, and the crucial role of consistent hard work. Kira also unpacks the unique insights she's gained from bridging her podcasting and scientific worlds, offering invaluable takeaways for anyone eager to accelerate their career. Whether you're curious about genetics counseling or simply seeking inspiration to own your career journey, this conversation is sure to leave you motivated and ready to take the reins of your professional life. Join us for an exhilarating and informative episode!   Connect with our guest, Kira Dineen, at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiradineen/   Connect with the show's host, Simone E. Morris, at https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonemorris/.   To apply to be a guest on the show, visit  bit.ly/pooycshowguest.   ✴️ Get More Support for Your Career: 🟢 Get Simone's Book, The Power of Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/3xlYyl6) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, 52 Tips for Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/43JTV03) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, Achievement Unlocked: Strategies to Set Goals and Manifest Them (https://bit.ly/3TD8rlD)  🟢 Book a complimentary coaching exploration call with Simone at https://www.careerbreakthroughcall.com

    28 分钟
  4. 3月10日

    Navigating Career Pivots and Building a Legacy with Integrity

    Welcome back to the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! Simone Morris is joined by Dan Castle, a 30-year career veteran with a story you won't want to miss. From astronaut dreams to tech leadership, Dan's journey is a masterclass in embracing change and leveraging your strengths. He'll share his invaluable insights on career strategy, networking, and standing firm on your values. Get ready for a candid conversation on integrity, disruption, and taking control of your professional path. Dan's Bio: Dan has formal training in psychology, philosophy, information systems management, design thinking, and organizational dynamics. Dan has facilitated workshops and spoken at several organizations, worked as a TA in the graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania, facilitated workshops at Penn State University, and is currently an adjunct professor at Drexel University.  In addition, Dan is enrolled in the Doctoral program at Fielding Graduate University in Organizational Change and Development.  Dan is both a published author (2022) and TEDx speaker (2023) and believes wholeheartedly in sharing his life experiences and stories with the world.   Since the recording of this episode, Dan has taken on a new role at Oligo Security. A Time Stamp Of The Episode: 00:00 Customer Success and Organizational Dynamics 05:18 "Interview Preparation Beyond Algorithms" 09:42 Networking: Key to Opportunity 13:33 Respect: Earned, Not Demanded 14:18 "Respect is Earned, Not Given" 20:34 Commitment and Contribution Over Paycheck 23:52 "Breaking Vicious Cycles" 26:45 Finding Personal Empowerment Through Education 28:27 Podcast Guest Dan Castle Resources shared by Dan: AI References: Ethan Mollick's LinkedIn Jeremy Utley's LinkedIn Books: Think Again by Adam Grant Dan Castle's Book Connect with our guest, Dan Castle, at https://www.linkedin.com/in/castledano/. Connect with the show's host, Simone E. Morris, at https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonemorris/. To apply to be a guest on the show, visit bit.ly/pooycshowguest. ✴️ Get More Support for Your Career: 🟢 Get Simone's Book, The Power of Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/3xlYyl6) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, 52 Tips for Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/43JTV03) 🟢 Get Simone's Book, Achievement Unlocked: Strategies to Set Goals and Manifest Them (https://bit.ly/3TD8rlD)  🟢 Book a complimentary coaching exploration call with Simone at https://www.careerbreakthroughcall.com

    30 分钟
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    Ready to own your career? "The Power of Owning Your Career" delivers the fuel you need! Dive into empowering interviews with leaders who've taken the driver's seat and are navigating their professional journeys with purpose. Host Simone E. Morris unlocks their secrets, sharing authentic advice, valuable resources, and leadership lessons you can immediately apply. Get ready to level up, take control, and drive your career success!

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