In this episode of Career Journals, we talk with Luther Jones, an educator and football coach who is passionate about mentorship and youth development. Luther shares his journey from playing college football to dedicating his career to coaching, and high school education. Through coaching and running youth football camps, Luther focuses on helping students build confidence, discipline, and leadership skills that extend far beyond sports. His story highlights how athletics can open doors to ca...

In this episode of Career Journals, we talk with Urmi Hossain, an investment management associate. Outside of her work in finance, Urmi is also a speaker, mentor, author, YouTuber, and host of the podcast Stories Beyond Borders. Urmi shares how she built a career in the finance industry while also pursuing her passion for storytelling, leadership, and mentorship. Her journey shows that careers do not have to fit into one box. You can build a professional career while also exploring creativity...

In this episode of Career Journals Podcast, we sit down with Leslie, the founder of Produits Artisanaux, a fine foods company dedicated to elevating artisanal food brands and connecting them with specialty food retailers. Leslie shares her journey from corporate sales leader, eventually becoming a VP before discovering her true passion, food. Now, she’s the “middle woman” helping local and emerging brands find their way into grocery stores and markets, building bridges between creative makers...

Ever wondered what it takes to keep trains running safely, smoothly, and on time? In this episode, we sit down with Busayo, a Manager of Locomotive Operations, to talk about the high-stakes, fast-paced world behind the scenes of rail transportation. Busayo shares how she got into the industry, what a typical day looks like, the leadership skills it takes to manage crews and schedules, and the challenges that come with making sure everything stays on track, literally. Whether you're curious ab...

Ever wonder how your favorite pieces end up on store shelves or trending online? In this episode, we chat with Nishi, an Assistant Product Merchandiser at one of the world’s top fashion retailers, about what it really takes to break into the fashion industry. Nishi shares her path into merchandising, what her day-to-day looks like, how trends are forecasted and managed, and the teamwork that brings each product to life. She also opens up about navigating corporate fashion, finding your voice ...

In this episode, we sit down with Auzoyah, a former NFL player who swapped the playbook for project plans and found a new purpose in construction and real estate. He shares what it was like to walk away from professional football, how he discovered a second career in the world of building and infrastructure, and what it’s been like to lead teams off the field. From discipline to decision-making, you'll hear how lessons from the field translated to leadership on the job site. If you're c...

What’s it really like working in medical sales? In this episode, we chat with Allison, a Territory Manager in the medical device industry, about what it takes to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure sales environment. Allison walks us through her journey into the field, the skills that matter most, how she builds relationships with healthcare professionals, and what people often get wrong about this career path. If you’re curious about breaking into medical sales or just want to hear the beh...

What does it really take to become a surgeon? In this episode, we sit down with Ben, a fifth-year ENT surgical resident on his way to fellowship, to talk about the demanding, eye-opening journey through med school, residency, and beyond. Ben shares the highs, lows, and sacrifices that come with pursuing a career in ENT surgery, from long shifts to the first time scrubbing into an operation. He also talks about an identity outside medicine, mental resilience, and what he wishes more people kne...

It's never easy making a life-altering decision, but when Sarah Bekele realized that the pre-med track wasn't for her, she made a hard turn to journalism. That one decision changed her life for the better. Bekele is currently a News Anchor & Producer for NBC Universal, and she shares the journey that got her there. Follow: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbekeletv/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/careerjournals/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@careerjournals Twitter - https:/...

Making a switch in your career is never easy. Andrea Martinez shares her story of working in one of the four largest public accounting firms in the world to working in Big Tech. Andrea dives into her experience working in the US as an international hire and the steps she took to get to where she is today. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/careerjournals/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@careerjournals Twitter - https://twitter.com/career_journals Website - https://www.careerjournal...