This week I'm discussing the illusive 'Dream Job'. We've all had dreams of what we would be doing and all the money we'll be making, so how do we get there? This week we're diving into what a dream job looks like and how you can start implementing the steps to get there. I'll be discussing: Getting Clear on What You Want Making Your Job Fit Your Lifestyle Some Pro's & Con's of Starting Your Own Business Make sure you share our podcast with your friends! Don't forget to subscribe and leave us...
Mar 07, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This week we have a special guest, Mr. Jimmy Smith Jr. who is a an engineer with the Department of Defense and the founder of Ask Mr. WebSmith . He graduated with his Associate in Arts degree from North Florida Community College in Spring 2011 and transferred to Florida State University Spring of 2015 with dual degrees in Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering with minors in computer science, math, and business. Upon graduation, he was hired by the Department of Defense. Join us as we...
Feb 28, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Welcome back y'all!!! As many of you may know I took some time off to have my little bundle of joy and now I'm back! We're going full blast with the podcast and to kick it off I wanted share some of things I've learned while having a family and working full time. I'm going to be discussing the following topics: Giving yourself grace when starting back with work after a long break Knowing when to say no to some opportunities Knowing that you can be a boss and have a family Your time is what you m...
Feb 21, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 8
You don’t want to miss this episode with Alexis Story, a former recent grad bootcamp student ! She discusses her journey from college to the career field, and how she just obtained her CHES certification! We dive into leveraging your network to find a job, navigating college and dealing with all the pressure of figuring out your next move, as well as dealing with ADHD and figuring out how to navigate the professional world. Alexis is a recent graduate of the Health Education and Promotion major ...
Jun 28, 2022•58 min•Season 2Ep. 6
If you’re in a current entry level or mid-level role and you’re looking to rise to a management or senior level role then this is the podcast episode for you! Dr. Des is dropping gems about non-traditional ways to gain leadership experience if you’re not currently in a leadership role. Experience is usually one of the deciding factors that hiring managers will look at to determine if they’re going with you vs. another candidate. Dr. Des is teaching you how to think outside the box when it comes ...
Jun 21, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This week we have an amazing guest speaker, Tareka Wheeler, PMP the Founder & CEO of T. Wheeler Strategic Solutions, LLC. We're discussing how you can show up as your authentic self in professional settings, plus so much more. A lot of times it can be hard to put on a mask everyday and head into the office, so this episode will give you some ideas and thoughts on how to show up professionally and essentially "Come to Play the Game". Also, if you ever wondered about obtaining a Project Manage...
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This week we have a former Recent Grad Boot Camp student, who is making big moves with her career and the areas that she’s currently passionate about! She currently works as Clinical Research Coordinator in Cancer and Immunology at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. Outside of studying and research, Kierra is a creative and aspiring actress, much of her creativity was developed and nurtured through her magnet school. Join us as we discuss: - How she utilized Recent Grad Boot Camp t...
Jun 07, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Season 2, Episode 2| Socials, Kickbacks & Salary Negotiations Dr. Khristen Holmes is a Senior Program Manager working with a healthcare start up. She has a Master's in Public Administration and a PhD in Health Service Management and Research. Although Dr. Holmes started her career in state government, she has successfully transitioned to the private sector and continues her work to increase access to care. She also has her own consulting company, where she helps organizations with project ma...
May 24, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome back to season 2!!! In this episode Dr. Des gives you a warm welcome and let's you know why the delay in this season happened. She'll discuss goal setting, conversations that can push you forward & it's a special announcement just casually thrown in there lol! Don't forget to message us on instagram or send an email to info@Youngblackandprofessional.com to tell us what topics you'd like covered on the podcast. To learn more about Young Black and Professional and get resources and tip...
May 17, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 1
October is Black Professionals Month!!! Black Professionals Month (BPM) attendees will access numerous strategies and tools developed by and for Black professionals. Whether you need help you professionally develop and advance or mentally de-stress and unwind, BPM has it covered! BPM events address various topics, including crafting the perfect pitch, recognizing career blocks, building black wealth, personal branding, and managing anxiety. Head over to https://blackprofessionalsmonth.com/ and r...
Oct 06, 2021•4 min
This weeks podcast we have Antwan D. Williams, an Administrator/Executive with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children! Antwan discusses being the oldest of 10 siblings and some challenges he's faced with being a first generation college student. We're discussing student loans, having a support system to push you towards your goals, switching majors, and the ins and outs of health administration. Join us as we talk about: -Switching majors from engineering to business/ health care adm...
Sep 21, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This weeks episode features Shanice Hopson! Shanice currently works at NASA as a Computer Engineer where she develops and manages flight software requirements. She also actively invests in real estate & served in the military (Navy) for 4 years! She's done a lot, and she's sharing it with us on the podcast! We're diving into student loans, being a black woman at NASA, and so much more! Here's some of the topics she's sharing with us: How she landed her job at NASA How the military helped her...
Sep 14, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week's episode features Shana Scott JD, MPH and she is a compliance director, assistant professor, small business owner and mother. Shana has been in public health law for over 17 years and currently serves as the Compliance Director at Barnes Healthcare Services. In addition to her position with Barnes, Shana is also an Assistant Professor of Health Policy at the University of Georgia where she teaches both graduate and undergraduate students in the public health program. When she's not so...
Sep 07, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This episode Dr. Des is sharing 4 things she wish she knew before starting grad school! Even if you're already in grad school these tips can help you make the journey a success, and secure the career you want upon graduation! Take a listen, share with a friend and make sure you follow our podcast! She'll be covering the following topics: - Dealing with no refund check/financial aid! $$$ - Connecting with your colleagues for future career advancement opportunities - Being visible while in grad sc...
Aug 31, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This week is a special treat for you! We have Kristoff Cohran, the Founder and CEO of Mission 3E, Inc, a minority focused, transformative personal development experience. He is also the Executive Producer of The Conversation Corner podcast. They build critical thinkers who become the problem solvers, role models, and leaders within their communities. You might remember our last episode where he had his Co-Founder, Caleb Jordan on the show! If you loved that episode then you're sure to love this ...
Aug 24, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This week we have an AMAZING episode with special guest Caleb S. Jordan the Co-Founder and COO of Mission 3E, a minority focused, transformative personal development experience. They build critical thinkers who become the problem solvers, role models, and leaders within their communities. Caleb is a Belief Coach, influencer, and transformational leader who is passionate about developing young leaders and unleashing the greatness within. Listen to his story and why he decided to pursue a degree i...
Aug 17, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Why would you stay at a job if you're not growing or have any opportunity for a salary increase? I know I wouldn't, and I doubt you would either. Now it's super common for people to stay at a job for maybe 1.5 years or so and then leave for a better opportunity. Check out this episode to help you decided what your next move should be, and if it's okay to leave that current position. To learn more about Young Black and Professional and get resources and tips sent to your inbox go to www.YoungBlac...
Aug 10, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 11
If you’re looking to find a job in a new city then don’t be surprised if you’re application get’s skipped over by employers. This can happen because (1) they don’t want to pay for your travel expenses or (2) they don’t want to waste any time interviewing someone that may not move. Check out our latest episode where Dr. Des is giving you tips on how to land a job in that new city you've always dreamed of living! To learn more about Young Black and Professional and get resources and tips sent to y...
Aug 03, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 10
If you’re experiencing any of the below feelings then it maybe time for you to think about a career change. Take a listen to this episode and let's get some plans in place. 1. You spend your workday or your class time daydreaming about other careers/jobs 2. You start wishing that you could go back and change your major 3. You don’t feel inspired or challenged enough in your field 4. You don’t want to improve and move up in your current career If any of this sounds familiar then it's definitely t...
Jul 27, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
LinkedIn is the future of job seeking, and 87% of recruiters stated that they use LinkedIn to find candidates. If you don't have a LinkedIn account, you have one but you're not active, or your kind of active on this platform then this episode is for you! Dr. Des is breaking down why you need a LinkedIn account and how to set yourself up for your next career opportunity! Dr. Des will give you a few tips on things you should be doing, and how to get started: Slide in those professional DMs and get...
Jul 20, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 8
As a first generation college student navigating my career and life after college was definitely a learning experience. I made plenty of mistakes, felt all the feelings, and of course felt as though I was navigating this alone! Well here's the top 4 things I wish someone would have told me as I was fresh into my life after college. Your first job will NOT be your last job Your major does NOT determine your career path. Remember that everyone started from somewhere Always have something to say in...
Jun 18, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This weeks episode features Andre Albritton, the founder of @themillennialsnextdoor and @FlavorPodcast We're discussing his 9-5 and how we started his side hustle. Andre currently works in insurance as a claims adjuster and he is a nationally recognized investing nerd who trains people on building wealth. This episode discusses: - 6 figures in 6 months with a career in insurance - How Andre started his personal finance business while working his 9-5 -The number one thing recent graduates should ...
Jun 04, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This episode is all about money! You could be thinking that you just started your career so you should just take whatever salary they give you...wrong! You can always negotiate! If they offered you the position then obviously you were the best candidate for the job, so why would you not get the salary that aligns with what you deserve? Here are a few things that we discuss in this episode! Research the salary bracket for the job your applying for via Glassdoor, so you'll know where to aim Quanti...
May 28, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 5
I've noticed so many students who graduate at the top of their class, but they struggle with finding a job in their desired field. Dr. Des is here to share some gems with you to help you get to where you need to be. Stop throwing stuff to the wall to see what sticks and check out these two tips that can help move you forward. Here are just a few things she's discussing in this episode! Make sure your internships, volunteer experience or part-time job is in your desired field. Even if it's an unp...
May 18, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
If you've ever wondered why you didn't get a call back from a job you knew you were qualified for or for one you at least thought you had a sliver of a chance with then here's why! This episode Dr. Des is going over 4 reasons your resume didn't get a call back and what you can do to fix it, so sit back and get out the pen and paper to take some notes! This podcast episode is discussing: Why the Applicant Tracking System can't read your resume and scores it low! How to make sure you experiences a...
May 07, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This episode is all about grad school and what you need to succeed! Dr. Des goes into some tips on things she wish someone would have told her on her grad school journey and she shares some of the things she did to propel herself forward in her career! This episode covers Experience vs. Grad School. Do you really need that Masters Degree or Doctoral Degree or do you just need work experience? How to deal with people saying "You'll never make any money in that field!" Comparing yourself to your c...
Apr 29, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Join Dr. Des as she tells you all about her career in public health and how she got started! She currently is the founder of Young Black and Professional, LLC an organization dedicated to helping recent graduates land a job after college. In this episode Dr. Des talks about why she chose a career in public health program planning and ultimately how she became a health policy analyst. She gives tips on how she was able to move up in her career and what inspired her to start Young Black and Profes...
Apr 12, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 1
