In this inspiring episode of Career Cheat Code , we take a journey through the dynamic world of marketing with industry veteran Michael Lewis, the man behind the marketing insights at WhatsApp. Michael shares valuable insights from his diverse career, from his humble beginnings in a family of lawyers and social workers to his influential roles at giants like Procter & Gamble, PepsiCo, and Nestlé and his exciting transition into tech. Listen as we explore his unique approach to navigating the...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 12 min
In this inspiring episode of Career Cheat Code , we delve into the world of higher education with Aleschia Johnson-Velasquez, the Executive Director of Summer Session and Continuing Studies at Barnard College. Aleschia takes us on her remarkable journey from a small liberal arts college in Amish country to Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, offering insights into the strategies and maneuvers she used to navigate the challenging landscape of higher education. With a...
Oct 02, 2023•45 min
Welcome to another episode of the Career Cheat Code podcast. In today’s episode, we explore the incredible journey of Janice Haughton. From aspiring pediatrician to the Community and Citizenship Department director at Turner Construction Company, Janice's path is nothing short of extraordinary. Listen in as we delve into her remarkable career trajectory, starting from her early work at a nonprofit organization to her significant role in the construction industry, fostering community engagement a...
Sep 25, 2023•38 min
Welcome to a new episode of Career Cheat Code. In today’s episode, Paola Martinez, from Catholic Charities of New York, discusses her role in strategic program development and her unique approach to planning her workweek. Paola also discusses her role in supporting small businesses and immigrant communities. The episode concludes with Paola sharing an inspiring story of a mentee who will participate in New York Fashion Week. Join us on this fascinating journey and discover how bringing joy to ou...
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Want to discover the secrets behind driving economic growth in a city? Neal Richardson, the President and CEO of the St. Louis Development Corporation, joins us to shed light on this topic. Neal's inspiring journey from North St. Louis City to the pinnacle of a vital economic development organization is a testament to his unwavering determination to create economic justice. Neal guides us through his transition from managing hospitals to becoming a commercial real estate broker and finally movin...
Sep 04, 2023•55 min
In this inspiring episode, we delve into the fascinating career journey of Tiffany-Ann Taylor, the Vice President for Transportation at the Regional Plan Association (RPA). A first-generation child of immigrant parents, Tiffany shares her transition from dreaming of a career in law to finding her true passion in urban planning and transportation advocacy. She opens up about her educational journey, the influence of her unique cultural background, and her inspiring stories of perseverance in a fi...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Discover the career journey of Quintin Haynes, a seasoned public servant with over a decade of experience at local, state, and federal levels. In this episode of "Career Cheat Code," he shares his insights, strategies, and valuable advice for thriving in the public sector. Quintin emphasizes the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and adaptability in the ever-evolving landscape of government. He reflects on his role in managing government operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, highl...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 7 min
On this episode of "Career Cheat Code," we have a conversation with Brian Lucero Contreras, who currently serves as the Public Affairs Manager for Kaiser Permanente's Golden Gate Service Area in Northern California. Throughout the discussion, we follow his journey from his hometown of Southgate, California to the halls of power in Capitol Hill, and we explore his path from high school to his current position. We delve into his initial aspiration of becoming a journalist, the significant role men...
Jul 31, 2023•48 min•Ep. 40
In this profound episode, we welcome Michelle Monterrosa, a fervent advocate for police reform. Michelle has transformed her personal tragedy into a tireless crusade for reform, sparked by the untimely loss of her brother during the George Floyd uprisings. Listen as we delve into her journey, from seeking truth and justice for her brother to journeying across the country to share her experiences and ideas for change. Michelle's work extends beyond police accountability; she is also a dedicated m...
Jul 24, 2023•45 min
Join me and my guest, Charlie, as we explore his fascinating career path. From aspiring to be a baseball player to working in aviation, Charlie discusses his transition into local government and urban affairs. He shares his experiences with community engagement and strategic career choices that led him to his current position as Vice President at a real estate consulting firm in New York City. Finally, Charlie shares his involvement in nonprofits and personal development. He talks about his expe...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Listen in as we chat with Davon Harris, an advocacy manager for KIPP NYC, a national charter school organization. Davon shares his journey from his college days at Binghamton University to his current role, discussing his experiences in the world of politics and nonprofits, the importance of networking, and his personal growth. He offers insights into the complexities of advocacy work for charter schools, the role of intentional networking in career advancement, and balancing life as a working d...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Join us on Career Cheat Code as we dive into a fascinating conversation with Karina Cabrera Bell, a visionary leader and advocate for change. Karina shares her inspiring journey and offers valuable insights from her early aspirations of becoming a psychologist to her current role in government relations and consulting role. Discover how she leveraged her experiences in leadership programs and board memberships to refine her skills and foster community engagement. Karina's unwavering commitment t...
Jul 03, 2023•57 min
Join us for an enlightening conversation with our guest Julian Pierce, the Director of Economic Opportunity at the Fairfield County Community Foundation in Connecticut. Julian shares his journey from his high school days as a student-athlete to his current role focused on equitable housing, homelessness, adult workforce development, and small business entrepreneurship. Listen in as he reflects on the external and internal factors, such as his grandmother's influence, that led him to pursue his p...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Imagine starting college with aspirations of becoming a dentist, only to end up as a Deputy Director for the Department of Innovation Economic Opportunity at the City of Birmingham! That's exactly what happened to our inspiring guest, Coreata Houser, who joins us to share his unique career journey. Not only did he navigate the challenging times of losing his parents before entering college, but he discovered his true purpose and found fulfillment in economic development. Coreata's story starts w...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min
On this episode, we had the pleasure of talking with Keldy Ortiz, a reporter at Axios who covers race and justice. Keldy shared his journey from struggling with remedial writing in college to becoming a successful journalist. Listen in as he recounts his community college experience, honing his writing skills and learning the value of stepping out of his comfort zone. Keldy's story serves as a reminder that there is always time to discover your passion and pursue it wholeheartedly. Connect with ...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 33
Join Justine Johnson, the friendly Director of Member Engagement at California Mobility Center, as she shares her inspiring career journey in transportation planning. Justine's expertise in mobility and community engagement is unparalleled from her work at the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission to managing government and community relations for the NYC Ferry project. She addresses challenges like electrification and grid reliability, advocating for the inclusion of emerging companies in shaping t...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 15 min
What are you doing now to prepare for your future? Welcome to another episode of Career Cheat Code. In this episode, we sit down with Antonia Singleton, a talented sales strategist at Vanguard, to discuss her inspiring career journey. Antonia grew up in Harlem, New York, and found her passion for business early on through a Youth About Business program, which focused on mergers and acquisitions. Antonia shares her big dreams of becoming a CEO of a Fortune 500 company or starting her own business...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 31
What if you could go from aspiring marine biologist to a Deputy Controller for Public Affairs? Join us as we sit down with Ricky Da Costa, a true overachiever who defied convention to carve his own path in politics and government. Ricky shared his inspiring journey from his childhood in an immigrant household to his initial aspirations of becoming a marine biologist to his eventual career in politics and government. Ricky's college experience at Binghamton University and his time in graduate sch...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 30
Welcome to another episode of Career Cheat Code. Host Radhy Miranda interviews Calvin Mack, a Bronx native and the Client Experience Program Manager for Small Businesses at Facebook. Calvin discusses his upbringing in the Bronx, where he was encouraged to stay in school and work hard in order to succeed. He also shares his college experience and how he negotiated his way into attending Carnegie Mellon University. During his time in college, Calvin was actively involved in HBCU organizations and ...
May 01, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Looking for inspiration and guidance to build a successful career and make an impact? Join Radhy Miranda on Career Cheat Code, the podcast where we explore the stories behind the careers of everyday people who love what they do and making a difference. Tune in for in-depth interviews with professionals from various industries and gain insights into their experiences, challenges, and success. Formerly known as "Thank God, it's Monday," we've rebranded as Career Cheat Code to provide you with even...
Apr 28, 2023•58 sec
On Today’s Episode, we have a former division 1 athlete who now creates partnerships between payment services and global brands. Let’s start the week with John Higginson. Key Points from the Episode: Being a Division 1 athlete and finding time to intern Digital strategy and emerging tech partnerships in the payments industry Turning an internship at JP Morgan Chase into a full-time job Leveraging his job to move from Delaware to NYC Having a job with perks that bring “hidden dollars” like travel...
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 28
On Today’s Episode, we have someone who works to provide a voice for the disenfranchised people who feel voiceless. Whether you are disconnected from the democratic system, homeless, or someone who does not feel engaged under traditional outreach, Leilani is here to engage with you. Let’s start the week with Leilani Irvin. Key Points from the Episode: Obama’s campaign inspiring her to get into advocacy work by stopping at her college during the campaign trail Experiencing racism in South Carolin...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 27
On Today’s Episode, we discuss communications and media relations in government, political campaigns, and organizations with a global footprint. This episode was recorded in two segments. The first segment is dedicated to his background and path leading to his role at the City of New York. Around the hour mark, he guides us through working on the Biden campaign and leaving city government for a global philanthropic organization. Let’s start the week with Matthew Creegan. Key Points from the Epis...
Jan 26, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 26
On Today’s Episode, we share part one of someone who wanted to be a corporate lawyer, and 1 Facebook Message changed his trajectory to being in the Fashion industry for nearly a decade. Let’s start the week with Gianni Garcia. Key Points from the Episode: Fashion speaks to him Wholesaling in Fashion Learning about line sheets You can get into this industry with any background Growing a company’s sales into multi-millions internationally Being hired for both skills and contacts in the industry Pl...
Jan 24, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In today’s episode, we have someone who worked on Hilary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign and now manages over $10.6 billion dollars for the City of New York. Let’s start the week with Chris Sun. Key Points from the Episode: Born in Queens, then being culture shocked moving to Long Island Son of Taiwanese immigrants Always wanting to be a public servant Community organizing and working at an international foundation Quitting job to figure out next steps and travel Volunteering while overseas...
Jan 24, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 22
On today’s episode, we have someone who started their career selling cable boxes, and now manages benefits for a tech company with a global footprint. Let’s start the week with Marcelina Mata. Key Points from the Episode: Bring your personality to the workplace Growing up in a diverse community helps professionally Use community colleges as resources for less expensive programs/classes Taking a pay cut to propel her career Importance of networking throughout your career and keeping in touch with...
Jan 24, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 21
On Today’s Episode, we learn what it’s like to be a wealth planning specialist, and how his love for economics led our guest to one of the largest financial institutions in the world. Let’s start the week with Hector Sanchez. Key Points from the Episode: Wealth planning specialist at Morgan Stanley Creating financial plans/reports for high net-worth individuals Process of becoming a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Baseball was his first love Someone getting hired years later based on Hector’s ...
Jan 19, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 25
On today’s episode, we share part two of someone who wanted to be a corporate lawyer, and 1 Facebook Message changed his trajectory to being in the Fashion industry for nearly a decade. He speaks about leveraging his corporate job, to launch his own blog/brand. Let’s start the week with Gianni Garcia. Key Points from the Episode: - starting your own brand - growing IG followers - reading magazines to stay on top of trends and the industry - having agencies to help him land partnerships Please Ra...
May 18, 2020•54 min•Season 2Ep. 24
On today’s episode, we have someone who majored in philosophy, and now helps multiple nonprofits ensure they are financially able to carry out their missions. Let’s start the week with Michael Chang Key Points from the Episode: Moving to China for 5 years to connect with relatives Getting a Masters degree in China Why he chose to major in Philosophy Service projects took him the world Impact of Jesuit education on him Obtain a Master’s of Public Administration from Columbia University Helping sm...
Nov 18, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 20
On today’s episode, we have someone who almost became an accountant, and instead decided to tap into her creative side with her career, and her own business. In her day job, she does a lot more than just “make the stores look pretty”. Let’s start the week with Jennifer Goris Key Points from the Episode: Sticking through a long interview process Benefits of getting a career coach Tapping into creativity in college Switching from accounting major to communications Grad School internships helped pr...
Nov 11, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 19
