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Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateIn Search of Making an Impact: A Journey from Law to Business Consulting with Anitra Deen Anitra Deen is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Anitra Deen Consulting. She serves her clients as a fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) and strategic planner to organize her clients' operations, plans, and processes for their business growth. She’s on a mission to support women entrepreneurs and small business owners to move from being stuck and disorganized to having the clarity, structure, and momentum to take that next, first step. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration at Mercer University and a Masters of Education at James Madison University. Anitra is currently writing a b...
2023-06-2459 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Podcast Producer & Animator: Meet Casby Bias Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Casby Bias earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Marquette University and a Master of Arts in Television, Radio, and Film at Syracuse University. She is currently a podcast producer for iHeartMedia as well as the podcast animator, Executive Producer and host of “Adulting 101 with Casby Bias,” a podcast that teaches young professionals how to survive the life-after-college transition. In this episode, Casby shares: The challenges she encountered upon moving out to California to pursue her dream of making it in Hollywood as an animator How she...
2023-05-2035 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateHow to Prepare for Your Next Job Before You Need ItToday, we build upon our discussion from episode 106, “Certainty is Rare: How to Prepare Beyond Job Outlook.” While having a holistic approach to life and career planning is important, having concrete steps to take to provide security for our futures is also important as well. In this episode, we look at three steps to take to prepare for your next job before you need it. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 106 - Certainty is Rare: How to Prepare Beyond Job Outlook Episode 97 - The Journey of a Chemist: Meet Dr. Kristin Cederquist Jou...
2023-03-0323 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateCertainty is Rare: How to Prepare Beyond Job OutlookWhen considering careers or preparing for a career change, we oftentimes want to be as certain as possible we're pursuing a field that'll offer strong opportunities for employment as well as opportunities for growth and promotion into new positions with greater pay. Even when we do our research and choose a career with strong indicators of continuous growth, however, this still doesn't mean that our success is guaranteed. In today's episode we review a couple of examples in which industries traditionally known for their security have actually had to lay employees off due to unforeseen circumstances caused...
2023-02-0619 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreatePlanning the Year Ahead with Intention: Introducing YearCompassHappy New Year everyone! In this first episode of 2023, we take a look at a tool called YearCompass that helps you close 2022 with deep reflection on all you experienced and plan the year ahead with intention. There are many helpful tools to help plan your future, but this tool is different in that it gives you space to consider your past experiences so you can refine your goals and tweak your approach to accomplishing them in the new year. Also mentioned in this episode: The 8 principles to the art of mastering oneself in Episode 8...
2023-01-2026 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateTips for Success in CollegeIn our last episode, our guest Nicholas Sapp shared his college journey that included taking a leave of absence after having withdrawn from one too many classes. He highlighted the fact that there’s much conversation about the importance of going to college while there’s less discussion about what it takes to actually be successful in college. Today, we review four things to consider before dropping or withdrawing from classes as well as some tips for college success. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 103 with Nicholas Sapp ----- Sign up for my c...
2022-11-1422 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateHow Taking a Leave of Absence Led to a Career in Student Affairs: Meet Nicholas SappBorn and raised in Atlanta, GA, Nicholas Sapp grew up in the city’s Cascade neighborhood. He graduated from the University of Chicago with a major in Comparative Human Development. While on a leave of absence from his undergraduate studies, Nicholas’ interest in Student Affairs was sparked by the programming offered by Georgia State University’s Office of Black Student Achievement. Currently, he spends his 4th year working at Emory University with the goal of providing similar programming opportunities to its student population. Outside of work, Nicholas is passionate about Black American street dances and is eagerly learning, co...
2022-10-211h 05Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateMaximizing Your Life by Maximizing Your Time: What is Time Management?You may have heard the saying that we all have the same 24 hours in a day. Yet, we know that some seem to get a lot done while others seem to get very little done in this same amount of time. A critical factor in getting the most from our time is practicing good time management. In today’s episode, we discuss: What is time management? What is it important? How do you practice good time management? Also mentioned in this episode: Episode 100: Increasing Your Income by Creating a Portfolio of Work Epis...
2022-10-1024 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateIn Pursuit of Extending His Family’s Legacy in Education: Meet Sean WhittenRaised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Sean currently works as Director of Enrollment Analytics for Queens University of Charlotte in Charlotte, NC. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from St. Ambrose University in Iowa and a Master of Arts in Higher Education from Ashford University. Sean’s career journey was fueled with an unrelenting ambition to do the heart work and honor his family’s legacy as educators. Unfortunately, he oftentimes pursued this journey at the expense of his personal identity and those around him. After suffering from multiple mental health challenges, he sought help...
2022-09-261h 18Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateIncreasing Your Income by Creating a Portfolio of WorkToday, we round out our discussion of embracing self-awareness and self-acceptance (in episode 98) while also considering the fact that various jobs and career fields offer different pay (episode 99) with a solution for those considering a career in traditionally lower paying fields: increase your income by creating a portfolio of work. We also review previous guests who have adopted this approach to give examples of how anyone might pursue this path as well. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 74 with Dr. Brandy L. Simula Episode 21 with Jeanne Sparrow Episode 39 with Steven L. Anderson Episode 25 with Justin "...
2022-09-1213 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreatePursuing a Career Based on Your Interests vs. Pay: Where the Rubber Meets the RoadIn this episode, we discuss the hard fact that salaries vary across industries. Therefore, it's important to consider this reality when choosing a job. Doing so ensures the career you choose will support the lifestyle you want to have. At the same time, however, pay shouldn't be the only factor you consider when deciding on a career. We review salary projections for the Class of 2022 as well as average salaries across various majors and compare them to college students' expectations. Then, we take a look at an example of the potential consequence of choosing a career based...
2022-08-2823 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateCommitting to Self-awareness AND Self-acceptance: A Goal for the New School YearIn this episode, we take a pause from discussing career-focused topics to revisit a topic introduced in episode 8: developing and embracing self-awareness. We also discuss the importance of self-acceptance and how developing it following the development of self-awareness is critical to doing what we can do have a better experience this school year regardless of what unforeseen circumstances or events the world may bring our way. Mentioned or referenced in this episode: Episode 8: What’s More Important Than College Quote by Will Rogers: “It takes a lifetime to build a good reputation, but yo...
2022-08-1233 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Chemist: Meet Dr. Kristin CederquistDr. Kristin Cederquist was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee and a Ph.D. in chemistry from Penn State University in central Pennsylvania, she traveled to Toronto, Canada for a postdoctoral fellowship. She’s been working to develop and further diagnostic testing techniques for over 15 years and now calls San Diego, California home. In this episode, Kristin shares: How she became interested in studying chemistry and decided the particular type of chemistry she wanted...
2022-06-2442 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Humanitarian to International Development: Meet Travis Opocensky Born in Portland, Oregon, Travis Opocensky graduated from Portland State University with a degree in psychology after dabbling in mathematics, journalism, and jazz drumset for many years. After graduation, he moved to Shanghai to work as a music education consultant teaching Chinese teachers how to teach American style marching band. Then, he moved to Sydney Australia to pursue Peace and Conflict Studies in graduate school. He also holds a certificate in Health and Humanitarian Supply Chain Management from Georgia Tech. Now living in Atlanta, Georgia, Travis works in international development at Palladium International as the c...
2022-06-101h 02Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreatePlan for the Future, But Also Live Fully NowAlong with graduation season comes excitement and anticipation of the adventures and success that lie ahead. We just can’t help but think about what’s next. While looking to the future is a generally good practice, there is also great importance in taking the time to live in the moment. In this episode, we discuss Alan Watt’s 1959 speech "Live Fully Now" and why making space for some balance in our lives is just as critical as planning for the future. Mentioned or referenced in this episode: Alan Watts: Live Fully Now (video)
2022-05-1322 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateWords of Wisdom for the 2022 GraduatesGraduation season is upon us, so like we do each year, we have some words of wisdom to help graduates along their journey to Jupiter. The two tips shared: Define what success looks like for you (4:41) Steer your career for the trajectory/path you want (9:54) Also mentioned in this episode: Episode 8: What’s More Important Than College In Your Life Journey? Episode 48: How to Adapt Your Job Search in the Age of COVID-19 Episode 72: The Biggest Heartbreak of Adulting Poem from “I Do This” b...
2022-05-0319 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey from Political Science to the World of Finance: Meet Ryan ScottRyan Scott earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Notre Dame in 2005 with a major in political science and completed his Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in finance and macro economics at Columbia University in 2014 all the while working full-time at Morgan Stanley. During his time at Columbia Business School, he focused on the nexus between economics and international relations. Ryan has over a decade of experience in the financial sector with roles ranging across asset classes and all parts of the capital structure. He’s learned to develop scaled and besp...
2022-04-141h 01Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateRevisiting Executive Presence: To Be or To Authentically Be?In light of the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson and the repassing of the Crown Act in the House of Representatives, we revisit the topic of executive presence from Episode 51 and reflect on what these events mean for the future of what is deemed “professional”. Also mentioned in this episode: Episode 50 – The Journey of a Free Spirit in Tech: Meet April Thompson Episode 51 – Executive Presence: What Matters Beyond Your Performance at Work Nikole Hannah-Jones talk with Shades of Ebony Sources: https://www.glamour.com/story/the-crown-ac...
2022-04-0115 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateMaintaining Connection With Our Purpose & CuriosityWe're two weeks away from the end of the first quarter in 2022, so we're taking a moment to check-in to see how everyone is doing on their assignment from episode 87: to make a 1% improvement toward your purpose and/or curiosities each day. Also mentioned in this episode: Episode 44 - The Journey of a Trailblazer & University Fundraiser: Meet Mike Brown Episode 87 - How to Make Progress When Life Gets in the Way Wall Street Journal Article: "All My Millennial Friends Are Rethinking Their Lives. Maybe I Should, Too." --- Sign up for m...
2022-03-1714 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey in Legislation to Education Policy: Meet Crystal MartinezCrystal Martinez currently serves as the Director of Federal Education Policy for the University of California (UC) System. She is responsible for providing legislative and regulatory guidance for the Office of the President which supports all ten University of California campuses. During her tenure, Crystal has secured $1.3 billion in federal pandemic assistance for UC’s students and campuses as well as launched a national Double the Pell advocacy campaign. Prior to joining UC, she served in the Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein (CA) as a legislative assistant for a range of issues, including education, housing, chi...
2022-03-0345 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey of Purpose in Championing College Access: Meet Darren MorganDarren Morgan serves as the Executive Director of Arkansas Commitment – a Little Rock-based nonprofit that works to identify, develop, and assist high-achieving students in reaching their goal of enrolling in college. Under his guidance, 120+ students a year are provided with supplemental college counseling, intensive ACT preparation courses, and exposure to colleges through various college visits and fairs. Prior to joining Arkansas Commitment, Darren served as an Assistant Dean of Admissions at his alma mater Davidson College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Religion. In addition to recruiting and...
2022-02-1648 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Storyteller from the Film Industry to Community Engagement: Meet Brandon GardnerBrandon Gardner earned his BA in mass media arts from Clark Atlanta University and is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. He currently serves as the Associate Director of Community Engagement for Emory University, where he contributes to cultivating new and existing community partnerships aligned with Emory’s strategic community engagement priorities. With more than nine years of event-management experience managing events for the International Cherry Blossom Festival, Atlanta Police Foundation, and Atlanta Opera, he has also worked in the film industry working for Tyler Perry Studios and The Real Housewives of Atlanta.
2022-02-0351 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateHow to Make Progress Even When Life Gets in the WaySurely as we have goals for the new year, life will surely present obstacles in our path that'll throw us off our game. We start off the first episode of 2022 reviewing ideas from the New York Times' best-selling book Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear. Purchase your copy of the book currently on sale at Amazon or check out the audio version on Audible. ---------- Sign up for my contact list to be the first to know about new offerings and...
2022-01-2021 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateCommit to Being Who You Desire to Be Every DayAs the year comes to a close and we reflect on our goals for 2022, I encourage you to consider how the person who accomplishes the goals you’re setting for yourself actually lives their life each day. Then, emulate that daily process even if on a very small scale. The late designer Virgil Abloh said, “I wake up every day & see any opportunity to create; it doesn’t matter the medium.” He was a creator because he created every day. Get into the essence of being who you desire to be each day, and you will be.
2021-12-0408 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Asian Studies Scholar: Meet Keisha A. Brown, PhDKeisha A. Brown is an assistant professor of history at Tennessee State University in the Department of History, Political Science, Geography, and Africana Studies. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, earned her doctorate from the University of Southern California, and was a 2018–2019 postdoctoral fellow at the James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference at Emory University. Dr. Brown is an Asian studies scholar with a regional focus on East Asia specializing in modern Chinese history. Her research and teaching interests include comparative East Asian histories...
2021-11-191h 04Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey to College & the World of Real Estate: Meet Adam Keys, Jr.Adam Keys received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Business/Economics from the University of Notre Dame in May 2021. While a student, Adam spent time mentoring his younger peers through the Balfour-Hesburgh Scholars Program. When deciding what to do after graduation, he recognized his ability to effectively communicate and bring out the best in those around him. His passion for helping others inevitably led him to becoming a realtor for both buyers and sellers back in his hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. In this episode, he shares: How he decided which c...
2021-11-0648 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Creative’s Journey to the Olympics & Beyond: Meet Selim NurudeenSelim Nurudeen is the Owner and Creative Director at SinVista Creations, LLC, a graphic design and multimedia firm. He is a two-time Olympian who participated and was a semi-finalist in the 2008 (Beijing) and 2012 (London) Olympics in the Track and Field 110m hurdles representing his native country, Nigeria. Selim earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Industrial and Product Design from the University of Notre Dame. While at Notre Dame, Selim was an NCAA All-American and four-time Notre Dame Monogram winner for Track and Field. He’s earned a Master of Science in Design (MSD...
2021-10-2357 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateStepping Inside Your Door of Discovery & GreatnessEvery year, many first-year college students have a difficult time making the transition from high school to college. In this episode, I acknowledge that having these challenges is normal and more common place than some think, it's something to be faced head on rather than passively hoping things will work out on their own, and things to consider when you need help moving through the paralysis that oftentimes occurs with these feelings of overwhelm. Mentioned in this episode: Journey to Jupiter Fall 2021 Playlist Episode 53 with Dre Smith Episode 79 with Kay Hubbard Episode 36 for more on networking
2021-10-0925 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey from Investment Operations to Human Relations: Meet Jason L. JeffriesJason L. Jeffries currently serves as Senior Vice President in the Enterprise Technology Strategic Services group within Truist Financial Corporation, formerly known as Suntrust. He is responsible for designing the Technology workforce strategy for technology teammates and contingent workers. Prior to this role, he’s held several leadership positions including leading technology governance practices and collateral management practices for the corporate investment bank. Jason also serves as the Communications and Engagement lead within the Generations Business Resource Groups’ Enterprise Committee where he focuses on launching diverse programing aimed at shifting organizational culture and equipping teammates with too...
2021-09-241h 06Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateAcknowledging National Suicide Prevention Awareness MonthSeptember is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. In this episode, we look at some statistics to understand the pervasiveness of suicide and review some resources for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). If you're uncomfortable talking on the phone, you can text National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) at 741-741 to be connected to a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text...
2021-09-1117 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFrom Music Publishing & Strategic Planning to Naturopathic Medicine: Meet Dr. Kay HubbardDr. Kay Hubbard obtained her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the National University of Health Sciences in 2019, and is currently enrolled in a M.A. program for Clinical Psychology. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke University with majors in Public Policy and African American studies. After professional roles in media publishing, talent management, and strategic planning, her journey towards healing arts and science began in 2015. Through meditation and medical school, she learned that physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health are equally important to a person’s wellness. In this episode, she sh...
2021-08-271h 08Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateAn English Major's Journey in Becoming a Project Manager & Debt-free: Meet Nicole JonesNicole Jones earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Georgia State University. She is a project manager, entrepreneur, the host of motivational podcast Mediocre to Masterful, and the author of the educational book Unlearn: Ditch Failed Money Habits and Discover Financial Freedom in which she shares her personal journey of eliminating $80,000 of debt. Nicole also owns The PM Suite, a project management consulting company helping entrepreneurs launch their products and events. She is passionate about helping leaders pursue their goals. In this episode, she shares: What the role of a project manager is...
2021-08-1453 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey from Law as a Paralegal to a Business Etiquette Expert: Meet Stayce WagnerStayce Wagner is a business etiquette expert, speaker, and author of Modern Business Etiquette for Young & Fabulous Professionals. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from UC Berkeley and a Certificate in Litigation from UCLA's Attorney Assistant Training Program. Her corporate experience includes more than 20 years as a senior paralegal, manager, and team leader at leading California law firms and legal organizations. Stayce founded Spencer Crane Etiquette, a boutique consultancy, in 2011 after receiving corporate etiquette training and licensing from The Protocol School of Washington®. In this episode, she shares...
2021-07-301h 15Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey from Education to Tech Sales: Meet Henry MarrionRaised in Bolton, CT, Henry Marrion attended Tulane University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2012. He then went on to serve as a City Year corps member in New Orleans with the FirstLine Schools Charter Network and as a middle school teacher with KIPP New Orleans Schools. Following his four years in teaching, Henry returned to Tulane to work as an admission counselor and pursue his Master of Business Administration (MBA). He then joined Salesforce.org as a Business Development Representative in December 2020 and now connects higher education institutions with software solutions.
2021-07-161h 00Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFrom International Relations to Scientific Writing & Publishing: Meet Elena AtkinsonElena Atkinson graduated from American University in Washington, D.C. in 2010 with a Bachelor's of Arts majoring in International Relations and minoring in Economics. In 2013, she graduated from the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (UNAM) in Mexico City with a Master's of Health Science, with a focus on Epidemiology. Since graduating, Elena's been consulting and working for diverse publich health organizations. She currently works as a project coordinator for TEPHINET Secretariat. In this episode, Elena shares: How she developed an interest in international relations at a very young age through st...
2021-07-021h 17Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a First-Gen College Student Through Academia: Meet Dr. Brandy L. SimulaDr. Brandy L. Simula (she/her/hers) is a professional developer and a Board-Certified career, professional and life design coach who works with graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and higher education leaders. She currently leads the Office of Faculty Professional Development at the Georgia Institute of Technology and is a 2020-22 Leadership Fellow of the University System of Georgia. Dr. Simula holds a PhD in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies with a concentration in Sociology from Emory University. She earned both a Bachelor of Arts & Science at Appalachian State University in Sociology, Frenc...
2021-06-1854 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateApproaching Your Career with a Bird's-Eye ViewANNOUNCEMENT For the month of June, Journey to Jupiter will be participating in a Clubhouse Crossover with The Sisterhood Collective Clubhouse Room. Join host Jetaun Davis in discussion with both past and future Journey to Jupiter guests: Thursday, June 10 at 7 pm ET Topic: Steering Your Career - How to Take Control of Your Success Guests: Karrah Herring, J.D., Chief Equity, Inclusion & Opportunity Officer for the State of Indiana and Stayce Wagner, Business Etiquette Expert, Speaker, and Author Thursday, June 17 at 7 pm ET To...
2021-06-0534 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Biggest Heartbreak of AdultingGraduation season is upon us…..Congratulations to all the graduates! For those who are graduating high school and college to enter the workforce, you are now entering the phase of life known as adulting. After you’ve finished taking in this momentous occasion, tune in to get a little perspective on an experience that’s relatively common early in your career. Mentioned in this episode: “How to Make Sure Your Dream Job Isn’t Really a Nightmare in Disguise” ----- Sign up for my contact list to be the...
2021-05-2222 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey in Information Technology: Meet Marcus Jackson(This episode was recorded on Saturday, March 13, 2021.) Raised in Hammond, Louisiana, Marcus Jackson is an information technology professional serving as the Director of Acquisitions and Divestitures for Supply Chain Technology at Johnson & Johnson (J&J). He joined J&J in 2006 through the Information Technology Leadership Development Program and has held roles of increasing responsibility within each of J&J’s sectors. Prior to starting his career journey, Marcus earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems and a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. He serves on the...
2021-05-071h 17Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateAn Academic Advisor & Social Justice Advocate: Meet Chadwick HixonChadwick Hixon earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Emory University. Following graduation, he worked in the legal field for 5 years as a paralegal before deciding to pursue work in higher education and earning a Master of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Mercer University. He subsequently held roles in college admissions for working professionals at Mercer University & academic advising at Georgia State University. Chadwick now serves as an Academic Advisor in the Office for Undergraduate Education at Emory University and as an assistant coach for the Centennial High School Varsity Boys Ba...
2021-04-2348 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateReturning to Normalcy....Are We?It’s been over a year now since COVID-19 reached the U.S. and turned things upside down. Thankfully, today is a new day as many have become vaccinated or are making plans to do so. It seems then that we’re working our way to back to normalcy…..but are we, really? Mentioned in this episode: March 2021 Jobs Report Update McKinsey Global Institute’s “The Future of Work After COVID-19” report How Google’s New Career Certificates Could Disrupt the College Degree Amazon’s AWS Cloud Training...
2021-04-0921 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateJourney to Jupiter Turns 2!Thank you all for tuning in to Journey to Jupiter during our second year! Here's a quick message giving thanks for your support in year #2 and some ideas about the show's future. ----- Stay connected with Journey to Jupiter! Email: jetaun@jetaundavis.com Join our mailing list Website: jetaundavis.com Instagram: @JourneyJupiter Twitter: @JourneyJupiter Facebook: @JourneyJupiter
2021-04-0609 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey in Public Administration: Meet Moryah JacksonA first-generation college graduate, Moryah Jackson earned a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia College and went on to earn a Master of Public Administration from the University of South Carolina in Columbia. She has held several roles within the higher education and non-profit sectors but now serves as the Vice President for Community Development and Engagement for United Community Bank. The twists and turns on her career path have allowed her to meet Colin Powell, be featured in a book by the late Sir Ken Robinson and coordinate an event for Bry...
2021-03-261h 04Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFrom U.S. Air Force Intelligence Officer to Director of Talent Acquisition: Meet Ivan PerryIvan Perry currently serves as the director of talent acquisition for Choice Hotels International. He has spent close to 10 years in the retained executive search industry. Before his career in executive search, Ivan served in the U.S. Air Force, trained as an intelligence officer and acquisitions program manager. He had several assignments overseas, including three tours in Afghanistan. Ivan graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy with a Bachelor of Science in management and graduated with a Master of Science in organizational communication at Northwestern University. He currently serves as an Ambassador to C...
2021-03-121h 17Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Nonprofit Leader: Meet Shelly WilliamsShelly Williams is the Executive Director of Access Academies, a non-profit organization in St. Louis, Missouri that helps underserved middle school students navigate through high school and on to college and career success. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Notre Dame in 2007. After volunteering as a Robinson Community Learning Center tutor and youth director during college, she pursued a career grounded in her passion for helping communities improve youth outcomes. In this episode, Shelly shares: Why she ultimately decided not to pursue medicine as sh...
2021-02-261h 23Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Ski & Snowboard Instructor: Meet John LiraJohn Lira is currently in charge of training and development for Golden Peak Children’s Ski and Snowboard School in Vail, Colorado while also helping manage the Children’s Alpine and Snowboard programs. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology before attending the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. After being sworn in as a member of the Indiana Bar, John moved to Vail two years later to teach skiing primarily to children ages 3 to 6 years old for 8 years before moving into management. He has a ful...
2021-02-121h 28Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateDoing What You Have to Until You Can Do What You WantThere can oftentimes be a gap between where you are and where you want to be. While the causes may vary - whether it be due to a pandemic’s impact on the economy or needing more experience, the necessary action to follow remains the same: you do what you have to until you can do what you want. Tune in to find out how “doing what you have to” can also make you even more effective at “doing what you want” when the time arrives. ----- Sign up for my contac...
2021-01-2917 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateHacks to Keep Your Eyes on the Prize This YearIn any normal year, many of us face the challenge of keeping focused on our goals. This year is sure to be no different, if not harder, particularly with current events. Tune in for a few hacks that can help you keep your eyes on the prize this year. Mentioned in this episode: Success Magazine – Guided Path to Achieving Your Goals in 2021 Trent Shelton Danielle LaPorte's The Desire Map ----- Sign up for my contact list to be the first to know about new offerings and to recei...
2021-01-1524 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll Create3 Keys to Achieve Your Goals in 2021In this final episode of the year, I share the type of energy we all need to carry with us into the new year as well as 3 keys we must utilize to achieve our goals in 2021. Mentioned in this episode: Journey to Jupiter Episode 37 – Final Assignment for 2019: Take Time for Self-Reflection Journey to Jupiter Episode 38 – How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions in 2020 Achieving Your Goals in 2020 Webinar Journey to Jupiter Episode 52 – Knowing When It’s Right to Quit Success Magazine – Guided Path to Achieving Your Goals in 2021 ...
2020-12-1122 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateReflections As We Near the End of 2020Can you believe we’re in the last month of the year?! And what a year it’s been. Today, I share four thoughts/observations/reflections as we approach the last month of the year. A movie recommendation for anyone who has a strained relationship with their family. It reiterates the point I made in episode 22 that people are people and the relationships we have are based on the meaning we give them rather than being based on a shared bloodline. A few things to keep in mind as we take st...
2020-11-2826 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateTwo Key Insights Inspired by the Recent U.S. ElectionThe recent U.S. election has brought two key insights to mind that I had to share on this episode: (1) There's a shifting narrative about the type of college you must attend to be successful. (2) We have to stay engaged and fight for our democracy consistently or we could easily lose it. Also mentioned in this episode: Article on politicians without college degrees Quote by Coretta Scott King "Struggle is a never ending process. Freedom is never really won - you earn it and win it in every generation."
2020-11-1321 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a News Anchor & Reporter: Meet Sheldon DutesSheldon Dutes co-anchors the weekday editions of 12 News This Morning and reports from the field for various newscasts in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Originally from Orlando, FL, Sheldon Dutes graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies. He is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Corporate Communication at Marquette University. In this episode, Sheldon shares: His preparation process before he goes live on-air for the morning news How he creates a news story and how he’s adjusted his approach during the pandemic The commi...
2020-10-3055 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateTransitioning to College During a PandemicWith all that’s going on in the world, it’s easy to lose perspective about the significant transitions we encounter in various life stages. I received a message on Instagram from a high school classmate about her daughter who started college this year. She’d been having a difficult time making the transition and started considering dropping out. I talk in this episode about being mindful of the stress associated with life transitions - even in normal times - and encourage our extending grace to ourselves and others as we navigate these rites of passage during abnorm...
2020-10-1622 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Authentic Brand Strategist™: Meet Katherine Morales, APRKatherine Morales, APR, Authentic Brand Strategist™, is an award-winning, accredited public relations/marketing consultant and recognized “trailblazer” in the communications industry. As founder of Inflection Point Communications, she helps entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized businesses to connect with the best customers and clients to grow their companies. She’s worked with major corporations including Chick-fil-A, Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Bayer CropScience; and, now she helps businesses discover the secret to growing their brands. In this episode, she discusses: the importance of authenticity as a business owner benefits of being involved in your college’s chapter of...
2020-10-021h 02Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Dermatologist: Meet Dr. Tunisia CorneliusDr. Tunisia Cornelius graduated at the top of her class at Lakeside High School in Atlanta, GA. She went on to graduate with honors at the University of Georgia where she majored in Psychology and Biology. After finishing her graduate studies at the Medical College of Georgia, she then completed an internship at the University of Tennessee and dermatology residency at the University of Chicago – both in which she served as Chief Resident. Today, Dr. Cornelius is a board-certified dermatologist and runs her own medical and cosmetic dermatology practice Divine Dermatology & Aesthetics in the historic Gra...
2020-09-1849 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateStruggles Shape You for Unique SuccessIt’s been both the longest and shortest year ever, and we still have 4 more months left to go. I reflect on words of wisdom and inspiration by the late Chadwick Boseman and share how they serve as a light to us in the times we’re in. I also discuss a film I stumbled upon that helps us put into perspective the various types of success we achieve in life and how our struggles shape us for it. The premise of Most Likely to Succeed by Pamela Littky: In 2007, four teenagers from disparate back...
2020-09-0413 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateAn Educator’s Journey to Workforce Development: Meet Sharard WalkerThis week, we are joined by another native Floridan, Sharard Walker. The first in his family to attend college, he attended Miramar High School and earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration with a minor in Education from Florida International University (FIU). He also went on to earn a Masters of Science in Public Administration and an Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Today, he has more than twelve years experience in the educational and professional management field and current serves as a Director of Training and Education at t...
2020-08-2147 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon: Meet Dr. Dre Smith, DMDBorn and raised in South Florida, Dr. Andre Smith earned a Bachelor of Science in 2015 from the University of Notre Dame where he majored in Science Pre-Professional Studies and minored in Science, Technology, and Values. Dre went on to earn his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania with a full-ride scholarship awarded through the Navy’s Health Professions Scholarship Program. He is now completing a 4-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at Navy Medical Center Portsmouth in Virginia. In this episode, Dre shares: How his love of working with his hands and...
2020-08-0758 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateKnowing When It's Right to QuitThere's a stigma against quitting things in our society. Unfortunately, this oftentimes causes us to hang on to outdated goals or situations that no longer serve our best interest. Today, I share the importance of having context to understand when it makes sense to disengage from previously established goals and commitments. Articles mentioned in this episode: The Washington Post: "Yes, it's good to stick with an activity. But there is also value in walking away." Psychology Today: "Why Giving Up Can Sometimes Be Good" ----- Sign up for my c...
2020-07-2415 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateExecutive Presence: What Matters Beyond Your Performance at WorkThis week, I expand on a concept introduced in episode 50 at 34:59 called Executive Presence, also known as EP. I share the three components of EP as defined by Sylvia Ann Hewlett in “Executive Presence: The Missing Link Between Merit & Success”: (1) how you appear (gravitas), (2) how you communicate, and (3) your appearance. I also explain why having EP can be important to your career, provide tips on how you can express/build these qualities to enhance your own career, and what behaviors typically work against you in professional environments. Also mentioned in this episod...
2020-07-1039 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Free Spirit in Tech: Meet April ThompsonApril Thompson currently works as a technical trainer and program manager on the Well-Architected Team at Amazon Web Services where she helps customers build better architectures in the cloud. Her 15-year career has spanned various engineering, sales, marketing and consulting roles as well as independent work in tourism and training. She is also a Certified Life Coach and, in her spare time, enjoys helping early and mid-career professionals make career transitions within marketing and technology. In this episode, April discusses: Why she ultimately decided not to continue on with her Ph.D. i...
2020-06-2648 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFinding Your Role in the RevolutionIn this episode, I share my thoughts about the new spotlight on injustices Black people have dealt with for years and give advice on how young adults - and anyone - can find their their own role in the revolution at hand. Mentioned in this episode: May 27 Wednesday Word IG LIVE Recording "Boobs & Brown Skin: Moving Beyond Sexism & Racism in America" by Karrah Herring, JD Michelle Obama's #DearClassof2020 Speech Prayer from "A Course in Miracles" Where would you have me go? What would you have me do...
2020-06-1215 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateHow to Adapt Your Job Search in the Age of COVID-19In this episode, I share tips on how to adapt your job search during the COVID-19 pandemic. I discuss a concept from Life Design coaching methodology called gravity problems and explain how they oftentimes keep people stuck when deciding on a career. Then, I give unique advice based on where you are in your career journey: (1) still determining what career you wish to pursue, (2) know what career you want but currently lack the years of experience, and (3) have professional experience but looking to change careers. Also, be sur...
2020-05-2917 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Canadian Diplomat: Meet Consul General Nadia TheodoreNadia Theodore was appointed as Consul General of Canada in Atlanta in September 2017 and serves as the head of Canada’s diplomatic representation in the Southeast USA. Prior to her appointment as Consul General, she held leadership positions on major Government of Canada Trade initiatives and served as Chief of Staff and Executive Director to Canada’s Deputy Minister of International Trade. Additionally, she has served at Canada’s Permanent Mission to the World Trade Organization and at Canada’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations (both in Geneva, Switzerland). Consul General Theodore has made advancing inclusion in the w...
2020-05-1549 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Social Entrepreneur: Meet Chance MackChance Mack earned a degree in Journalism at Georgia State University while working full-time and founding a social enterprise. He established Unforgettable Soles to provide shoes and educational opportunities in underserved communities. Since 2015, his organization has helped more than 700 people receive adequate footwear. Additionally, Unforgettable Soles conducts sneaker design workshops to educate youth on sneaker design while also exposing them to a variety of careers within the footwear industry. When not serving his community with Unforgettable Soles, Chance runs a cloud software consulting business and produces music for tv shows, films and artists. ...
2020-05-0143 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Podcaster and Entrepreneur: Meet Luke BurrowsLuke Burrows is a Podcast Host and Entrepreneur. Founder of Grow2Gether, Luke's mission is to help people to live their passion and change the way they think to unlock their potential. He is an optimist and passionate about self- discovery, personal growth and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Luke discusses: His experience navigating the British educational system The difference between affiliate and network marketing How he met like-minded friends through social media after outgrowing his initial friend group The importance of starting with your interests to find your passions Connect with Luke! Em...
2020-04-1747 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateJourney to Jupiter Turns 1!Thank you all for tuning into to Journey to Jupiter during our first year! Here's a quick message reviewing year #1 and thoughts about the show's future. Check out our Spring 2020 Song List on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68ECUTLVAdtLRRv2Au0LOa?si=-ehlC0MhQwavzjBgwvdLPA. ----- Stay connected with Journey to Jupiter! Email: jetaun@jetaundavis.com Join our mailing list Website: jetaundavis.com Instagram: @JourneyJupiter Twitter: @JourneyJupiter Facebook: @JourneyJupiter
2020-04-0508 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Trailblazer & University Fundraiser: Meet Mike BrownMike Brown is a Regional Director within Athletics Advancement at the University of Notre Dame. A Milwaukee, Wis. native, he graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2001 with a business degree in Management Information Systems. While at Notre Dame, he was involved in numerous extracurricular activities, but none that garnered more attention than when he was named the first ever African American Leprechaun mascot. In this episode, Mike discusses: (5:20) His role raising funds for a university’s athletic programs (19:39) How he decided which college to attend (22:05) The importance of maximizing your experience no matter which sc...
2020-04-031h 19Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Helpful Tool & Tips During the COVID-19 PandemicSwift change and uncertainty are upon us with the COVID-19 pandemic, so I share a helpful tool and tips to help us all navigate these times. Tool: The Serenity Prayer by Reinhold Niebuhr "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." Feel free to switch God with Lord, Universe, or go right into the prayer with “grant me the serenity…” Also feel free to call this a mantra, mediation, chant, or whatever feels comfortable for you.
2020-03-2025 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateAn Educator's Journey: Meet Ruth LeeWATCH free goalsetting training, "Achieve Your Goals in 2020: Learn the Art of Goalsetting"! ------ Ruth Lee was born and raised in Buena Park, California. After studying Psychology and Human Development at the University of California, Davis, she lived abroad in Korea where she stayed to teach English for several years before returning to teach in Baltimore City through Teach for America. Today, Ruth is an admissions officer for Johns Hopkins University where she is also finishing a Masters in Education. In this episode, Ruth discusses: Ways to pursue teaching English abroad The...
2020-03-0643 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe First Step to Creating a Career You'll LoveWATCH free goalsetting training, "Achieve Your Goals in 2020: Learn the Art of Goalsetting"! ------ In this episode, I share data on how much time we spend working in our lifetime, the impacts our careers have on our lives, and the first step to creating a career you'll love. I also share a helpful analogy to help you understand the difference taking this first step can make in your career and life overall. *Reminder: Next episode will be released on Friday, March 6. ------ WATCH free goalsetting training! Stay c...
2020-02-2119 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Hospitality Entrepreneur: Meet Alphonzo CrossWATCH free goalsetting training, "Achieve Your Goals in 2020: Learn the Art of Goalsetting"! ------ Alphonzo Cross has more than 25 years of experience that includes retail sales, commercial property management, food & beverage management, and general project management. After moving to Atlanta from San Francisco in 2011, he co-founded The Boxcar Grocer with his sister, Alison Cross. The Boxcar Grocer was a corner market that sold quality food products and flourished for over 3 years before closing its doors in 2015. The following year, Alphonzo launched Quintessential, a brand development company that concepts, brands, and executes in...
2020-02-0743 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Artist: Meet Steven L. Anderson SIGN UP for FREE live goalsetting webinar on Sunday, January 26 at 5 p.m. EST! ------- Steven L. Anderson is an Atlanta-based exhibiting artist and Co-Director of Day & Night Projects—an artist-run gallery in Atlanta that he helped initiate in 2016. Steven is a graduate of the University of Michigan and The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. He has exhibited in galleries and museums throughout the United States since 1996 and has also been the recipient of many accolades including the Denis Diderot A-i-R Grant at Château d’Orquevaux Artist Residency in Orquevau...
2020-01-241h 00Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateHow to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions in 2020Happy New Year! In this first episode of 2020, I start with a recap of the three assignments from the last three episodes of 2019. Now is still a great time to complete these tasks if you haven’t already! 1. Episode 35: schedule an appointment at your college career center to find out what resources are available to you free of charge (well…they’re included in your tuition so you might as well utilize your resources!) 2. Episode 36: follow up with everyone you met (and networked with) during the holidays to schedule career conversations 3. Episod...
2020-01-1017 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFinal Assignment for 2019: Take Time for Self-ReflectionIn this final episode of 2019, I give you a final task to begin 2020 focused and prepared to continue creating the career you want: take time for self-reflection. The month of December is a perfect time to self-reflect both on your successes and lessons (a.k.a. failures that you've turned into learning opportunities). It is also a good time to consider what you've learned from our guests' journeys, what you'll learn from others as you continue to network (as advised in episode 36), and how what you've learned may impact how you go about pursuing your...
2019-12-0613 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateLearning How to Network During the HolidaysResearch shows that anywhere from 70 to 85 percent of jobs are filled through networking. Therefore, networking is a skillset that must be learned - regardless of how naturally it currently feels to you. In this episode, we review Learn to Love Networking, an article published by the Harvard Business Review. This article explains 4 strategies to becoming more comfortable with the idea and act of networking: 1. Focus on Learning 2. Identify Common Interests 3. Think Broadly About What You Can Give 4. Find a Higher Purpose I then share how the holiday...
2019-11-2220 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Must-Do Task Before Winter BreakTime is flying by and the new year - and new decade - is almost here! On this episode, I'm reminding you of the reason you're either preparing college applications or attending college in the first place: to be prepared to for the workforce and pursue a career your heart desires. Oftentimes, students get so caught up in the day-to-day of life that the bigger picture gets away from you and, before you know it, you're in your last semester of college and still unsure who you want to be when you grow up. But...
2019-11-1515 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFrom Wealth Management Advisor to Tech Entrepreneur: Meet Ana BermudezAna Bermudez is the CEO of TAGit, the mobile app that TV viewers use to buy items from their favorite TV shows. TAGit is a tech platform where TV, entertainment, retail, and commerce converge to monetize media, ads, and product placement. Her success has been recognized by Jessica Alba of The Honest Company and The Eva Longoria Foundation. Ana is passionate about promoting STEM and higher education in underserved and underrepresented communities. She currently serves as Program Director of Hera Angels and recently served as Chairman of the Alumni Council for the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship In...
2019-11-0855 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Non-Profit President & CEO: Meet Careshia MooreCareshia Moore is an attorney, educator and most currently, President & CEO for Usher’s New Look, a non-profit established by singer Usher Raymond that transforms the lives of under-resourced youth from middle school through college. As an advocate and educator who has a heart for inspiring others to reach their potential, she mentors leaders, facilitates workshops, designs educational products and connects people with others and opportunities to promote personal success through education. Originally from Miami, Florida, Careshia earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education and Juris Doctor degree from the University of Florida...
2019-11-0152 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Author & Leadership Expert: Meet Dr. Charles Thomas Jr.Dr. Charles Thomas Jr. is a multi-award-winning social entrepreneur, educator, best-selling author, on-air personality, and Concerned Citizen™. In the public sector, Charles serves as CEO of Clear Cloud, a software engineering organization focused on development, data science, and delivery. Within the non-profit sector, he has served as Chairman of the Board for OAR Nova and currently serves on the executive team at Shelter House, teaches life skills classes to men who are incarcerated and preparing for re-entry to society, and volunteers for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. ...
2019-10-251h 40Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Community Leader & Tech Entrepreneur: Meet Jeff BeckhamJeffery Beckham is a community leader and tech-entrepreneur known for advancing the fight for equity and exposure for youth in Chicago. Jeff serves as an executive at Chicago Scholars, the largest college access and success program in the city serving more than 5,000 first generation and/or low-income students to get to college, through college, and graduate. He's responsible for leading career and leadership development, corporate development, and external affairs for the organization. His professional experience spans both the for-profit and non-profit sectors and includes various roles in sales, marketing, and technology entrepreneurship for Quest Diagnostics, Atlas Medical...
2019-10-181h 15Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of Two Tech Founders: Meet Alexandra & Alex SejdinajAlex(andra) and Alex Sejdinaj met in 2015 while building technology education programs in South Bend, Indiana. Together, they have built three tech companies: 1. South Bend Code School - a coding program for students ages 18 and under that spans throughout the state of Indiana and beyond 2. South Bend Code Works - a digital product studio that builds early stage technologies 3. GiveGrove - a platform that makes fundraising technology easy-peasy lemon-squeezy. In addition to their collective journey as tech entrepreneurs (and now husband and wife), the Alexes will also share how their prior car...
2019-10-111h 06Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey in the Music Industry: Meet Amond "AJ" JacksonAmond “AJ” Jackson aka #AJontheButtons is the founder of Salem Psalms, a professional audio company that is most well known for its excellence in recording, mixing, and mastering audio for music and film, as well as its professional studio designs and acoustic solutions. AJ’s reputation for his gift of understanding the technical complexities of sound and uncanny ability to translate it in a way that would make sense to anyone is what has drawn producers, artists, songwriters, filmmakers and engineers across multiple disciplines and genres to trust him with their ideas. To date, he has received multip...
2019-10-041h 09Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Psychic's Journey: Meet Christmas MillerChristmas Miller’s life experiences, background, and work are as uncommon as her name. Gifted with a strong ability to connect with people, see what isn’t visible, and accurately articulate helpful and useful information came as natural as breathing. In addition to being an intuitive (a.k.a. psychic), Christmas Miller is certified by the Behavioral Healthcare and Leadership Training Institute as a Master Life Coach and Holistic Health Practitioner. She is also an author and the founder of Illuminations Intuitive Consult. For over 19 years, Christmas has consulted, coached, and mentored thousands in her private practice and...
2019-09-271h 07Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Fine Fragrance Owner: Meet Mair EmenoguHouston native Mair Emenogu is the owner of MAIR a fine fragrance brand. She got her start in perfumery from Fred Cohen, a renowned French chemist and fragrance nose who taught her the art of perfume making according to the age-old French tradition. Her brand MAIR has an unconventional start. A former coworker saw her signature and told her it could one day be on a perfume bottle. Three years later, she turned that dream into her reality. After experiencing a series of lay-offs after the 2010 economic downturn, Mair committed to turning her interest in perfume into a full-t...
2019-09-2054 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Clinical Psychologist: Meet Dr. Robyn L. Gobin Dr. Robyn L. Gobin is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. She is a nationally recognized expert on interpersonal trauma, women's mental health, and the cultural context of trauma recovery in the African American community. Her latest book, "The Self-Care Prescription: Powerful Solutions to Manage Stress, Reduce Anxiety, and Enhance Well-Being" aims to change the narrative around mental health and self-care in communities of color and teach people how to incorporate self-care into their busy lives in a sustainable way. In addition to pointers on self-care, Dr. Gobin also shares a few...
2019-09-131h 19Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Chef's Journey: Meet Justin "Chef JRob" RobinsonBorn and raised in Mobile, Alabama – the true birthplace of Mardi Gras, Justin “Chef JRob” Robinson brings a cajun kick to the Atlanta, Georgia culinary scene. Though his culinary resume is quite impressive including being selected to compete in the latest MasterChef with Gordon Ramsay and working as a personal chef for R&B singer Monica Brown, rather than attending culinary school, Chef JRob actually earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn University and a Masters of Public Health from Mercy University. In fact, in addition to being a chef, Justin is also a tax pr...
2019-09-061h 29Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey in Atlanta’s Film Industry: Meet Sedrick LakpaOn episode 24, we chat with Sedrick Lakpa, a product of two immigrant parents – his mom is from Sierra Leone and dad is from Ivory Coast in West Africa – who was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Having been interested in film ever since high school, he majored in Film Studies while attending college at Emory University. During his time at Emory, he participated in the student film festival Campus Movie Fest, created his own student television sketch comedy show, and launched a chapter of Sustained Dialogue among many other activities. After graduating from college, Sedrick began fa...
2019-08-301h 15Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateA Journey to NASCAR: Meet Dion “Rocko” WilliamsBorn in Germany, Dion “Rocko” Williams attended Lakeside High School in Atlanta, GA before attending Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC on a full football scholarship. After suffering several concussions at the inside linebacker position, he decided to forego his future plans of pursuing a career in the NFL – a decision that would create the opportunity for his next adventure that would make him a trailblazer. After being contacted by a friend in his university’s career center about opportunities for former college and professional athletes in the sport of NASCAR, Williams spent 13 years as a pit crew memb...
2019-08-231h 00Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateWhat Oprah Taught Me About Family: Something Every Young Adult Must KnowIt’s been a long time since I’ve done a solo episode, so here’s one that’s certainly overdue. Oprah Winfrey went on a Canadian tour this summer for the release of her latest book “The Path Made Clear: Discovering Your Life’s Direction and Purpose.” I was blessed to be able to travel to see her on her last stop in Vancouver, British Columbia on Monday, June 24th. In this episode, I share some of Oprah’s story and what she taught me that all young adults need to know: regardless of your family back...
2019-08-1642 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Media Personality: Meet Jeanne SparrowJeanne Sparrow is a 3-time Emmy-winning media personality, speaker, consultant and faculty member of Northwestern University’s Master of Science in Communication program. Jeanne is also an alumna of Northwestern University, where she earned both Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Science in Communication degrees. With three decades of experience as an award-winning television host/reporter and award-winning radio personality on many Chicago area stations, including WVAZ and WGCI radio, CBS2, NBC5, WGN & WCIU, she helps people become more successful as leaders, salespeople, and in life through her firm The Spoken Bird. She believ...
2019-08-091h 30Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Fencer to the Banking Industry: Meet Andre CromptonBorn in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Irvington, New Jersey by first-generation parents from Jamaica and Grenada, Andre Crompton is a banking professional in the Debt Capital Markets industry with over 15 years of experience. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame - where he also played on the varsity fencing team - with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, he started his career working in collections and has worked his way up to holding several management roles through his career. Andre is currently the Senior Vice President of Capital Markets for Wintrust Commercial Finance.
2019-08-0253 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Architect: Meet Nana-Yaw A. Andoh, Assoc. AIA, CNUBorn in Ghana and immigrated to Brooklyn, New York at the age of 15, Nana received both his Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Architectural and Design Urbanism degrees from the University of Notre Dame, where he currently also sits on a Diversity Advisory Task Force. Before going on to academia, Nana worked in private practice where he gained industry experience as a designer for several well-respected firms in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and NYC on a variety of high-profile international projects. After teaching at SUNY Delhi where he developed the first Study Abroad Program based on...
2019-07-2658 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of an Attorney to Diversity & Inclusion Advocacy and Public Relations at a National University: Meet Karrah Herring, J.D.Karrah Miller Herring is a native of South Bend, IN where she currently resides and works for the University of Notre Dame as the Director of Public Affairs. She has an undergraduate degree in Public Relations from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN where she also minored in Political Science and Spanish. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Valparaiso University School of Law. She is passionate about gender issues, specifically the intersection of race and gender and the experience of the black woman in higher education, corporate culture and religion. In addition to her role at a uni...
2019-07-191h 03Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Serial Entrepreneur: Meet Sylvester ChisomSylvester Chisom is a serial entrepreneur from St. Louis, Missouri (University City to be exact). The first generation in his family to attend college, Sylvester graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Biology. While completing the coursework needed to pursue a career in dentistry, he saw immediate promise in his entrepreneurial ventures - including throwing massive parties with famous DJs and starting a car wash business with his best friend. At their college graduation, he and his business partner made a deal that they would commit to their business for a year to see...
2019-07-1259 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateThe Journey of a Urogynecologist: Meet Chidimma AbanuloChidimma Abanulo, also known as Chi Chi, was born in Nigeria and grew up in Atlanta, GA. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree with a major in psychology from Duke University in Durham, NC and completed medical school at the Medical College of Georgia. After completing Ob/Gyn (Obstetrics and Gynecology) and leadership development residencies at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., she completed a medical fellowship in FPMRS (Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery), also known as Urogynecology, at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Some key points Chi Chi shares: 1...
2019-07-0557 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateFrom Selling Carpet to Running His Own Logistics Company: The Journey of CEO Napoleon SuarezNapoleon Suarez is the founder/CEO of Fishbox. His job is to make sure that his customers’ packages never get stolen again. Napoleon is also a photographer in his free time and currently lives in Philadelphia, PA. His favorite non-profit organization is the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia; he roots for ALL of the Philly sports teams; and his favorite Street Fighter character is Ryu. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a major in sociology, Napoleon shares his winding journey from moving back home with his mom after graduating from college for a few mo...
2019-06-2855 minJourney to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateWhat’s More Important Than College In Your Life Journey?On this episode, host Jetaun Davis is back with a solo show to share the one thing she believes to be more important than college in one’s life journey: mastering oneself. She shares both her own personal experience and experiences she’s observed in others’ journeys that led her to this insight which has become an overarching philosophy for how she lives her life. Jetaun cites music producer, rapper, and entrepreneur Dr. Dre as a major source of inspiration and shares 8 principles to the art of mastering oneself. Developing self-awareness through self-exploration and self-discovery Setting S.M.A...
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Is The Mic Still OnWas Nipsey Jesus? (ft. Jetaun Davis from Journey to Jupiter Podcast)This week, Jetaun Davis from the Journey to Jupiter podcast joins us to discuss last weeks hottest topics. We open the show with Morehouse's transgender announcement (13:07), Leaving Neverland rumors (23:20), and give an update on Lil Nas X (29:00). We then discuss Jermaine Dupri thinking Nipsey Hussle was Jesus (41:56), Georgetown University (1:04:53), Disney Plus and Star Wars trailer (1:09:48). We close out the show with the comment commentary (1:12:27) and the Pass the Mic Segment (1:42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-04-172h 00Journey to Jupiter: Discover the Life You'll CreateMeet Journey to Jupiter Host Jetaun DavisWelcome to the first episode of Journey to Jupiter! In this episode, you'll learn what you can expect from the show, the significance of the show's name, more about host Jetaun Davis, and the inspiration behind the creation of the show altogether. Then, you'll get a sneak peek into the next two episodes! ----- Stay connected with Journey to Jupiter! Follow on social media: Instagram: @JourneyJupiter Twitter: @JourneyJupiter Facebook: @JourneyJupiter Subscribe to our mailing list at jetaundavis.com.
2019-04-0526 min