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Clocking Out with Raymond LeeLing Yah Wong: Ex-Lawyer turned Personal Branding Strategist & PodcasterIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Ling Yah Wong — once a litigator at Malaysia’s top law firm, now the voice behind the So This Is My Why podcast and a sought-after LinkedIn strategist. For nearly a decade, Ling Yah followed the traditional path of prestige and stability, even as she quietly questioned whether law was truly for her.When she discovered podcasts, she found a new passion: storytelling. In 2020, she made a deal with herself — after climbing Everest Base Camp that March, she would finally launch her own podcast. What started as a side p...
2025-08-2753 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeJulia Skupchenko: Corporate Oil & Gas Liaison to Social Impact EntrepreneurIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Julia Skupchenko. An award-winning entrepreneur, sustainability leader, and co-founder of the global think tank AlterContacts. Recognized by the United Nations and the European Parliament for her work accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals, Julia designs bold social-impact initiatives and teaches the next generation of changemakers. But her journey to this point began far from the global stage. She grew up in the Arctic, raised by a family of academics and learning responsibility from an early age.From her first dreams of becoming a detective to presenting at...
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Clocking Out with Raymond LeeCarla Stickler: Broadway Star to Software EngineerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Carla Stickler, a former Broadway actor who once brought Elphaba to life in Wicked and now writes code as a web engineer at Spotify.After landing her first big tour right out of college, Carla returned to New York expecting stardom. Only to find herself waiting tables, battling rejection, and facing the hard truth that talent alone doesn’t guarantee success. That humbling chapter forced her ego to take a back seat and ultimately reshaped her definition of success.That shift in perspective made her not only more gr...
2025-07-2356 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeCarla Stickler: Broadway Star to Software EngineerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Carla Stickler, a former Broadway actor who once brought Elphaba to life in Wicked and now writes code as a web engineer at Spotify.After landing her first big tour right out of college, Carla returned to New York expecting stardom. Only to find herself waiting tables, battling rejection, and facing the hard truth that talent alone doesn’t guarantee success. That humbling chapter forced her ego to take a back seat and ultimately reshaped her definition of success.That shift in perspective made her not only mo...
2025-07-2356 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDakota Barker: Physician Assistant to Entrepreneur and Real Estate InvestorIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Dakota Barker, a former medical professional who once believed her future was in hospitals and healing. For years, she poured her heart into caring for pediatric cancer patients, driven by a deep passion for helping others. But when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the cracks in the healthcare system widened, and the emotional toll became impossible to ignore.Burnout crept in until it became overwhelming. Dakota found herself crying before shifts, questioning her future, and losing joy in both work and life. After trying everything from therapy to stress leave...
2025-07-0959 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDakota Barker: Physician Assistant to Entrepreneur and Real Estate InvestorIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Dakota Barker, a former medical professional who once believed her future was in hospitals and healing. For years, she poured her heart into caring for pediatric cancer patients, driven by a deep passion for helping others. But when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the cracks in the healthcare system widened, and the emotional toll became impossible to ignore.Burnout crept in until it became overwhelming. Dakota found herself crying before shifts, questioning her future, and losing joy in both work and life. After trying everything from therapy to stress leave, she...
2025-07-0959 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRachel Humphrey: Defense Attorney to Association Exec to Champion for Women in HospitalityIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Rachel Humphrey — a former trial attorney who once believed she'd spend her entire life arguing cases in court. But after two decades in law and a major cross-country move, Rachel found herself at a crossroads: unfulfilled and reevaluating her life’s direction. When her longtime nanny unexpectedly resigned, Rachel made a bold decision — she quit her job without a backup plan, determined to rediscover what truly fueled her.That leap led her somewhere she never expected: the hospitality industry. Through a serendipitous conversation, Rachel discovered that the skills she honed...
2025-06-2500 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRachel Humphrey: Defense Attorney to Association Exec to Champion for Women in HospitalityIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Rachel Humphrey — a former trial attorney who once believed she'd spend her entire life arguing cases in court. But after two decades in law and a major cross-country move, Rachel found herself at a crossroads: unfulfilled and reevaluating her life’s direction. When her longtime nanny unexpectedly resigned, Rachel made a bold decision — she quit her job without a backup plan, determined to rediscover what truly fueled her.That leap led her somewhere she never expected: the hospitality industry. Through a serendipitous conversation, Rachel discovered that the skills she honed in the...
2025-06-2500 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeHaley Pollack: Educator to Nonprofit Founder for Families Facing CancerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Haley Pollack — a former academic and educator whose life took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer at age 37. A mother of two, including a six-month-old at the time, Haley found herself navigating not only a devastating diagnosis but also the emotional complexity of parenting through it.Haley’s career began in academia, with a PhD in U.S. history and a deep passion for teaching. After a decade in the adjunct “rat race,” she left higher education to work at the intersection of criminal...
2025-06-1153 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeHaley Pollack: Educator to Nonprofit Founder for Families Facing CancerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Haley Pollack — a former academic and educator whose life took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer at age 37. A mother of two, including a six-month-old at the time, Haley found herself navigating not only a devastating diagnosis but also the emotional complexity of parenting through it.Haley’s career began in academia, with a PhD in U.S. history and a deep passion for teaching. After a decade in the adjunct “rat race,” she left higher education to work at the intersection of criminal justice...
2025-06-1153 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeLynne Thompson: Lawyer to Poet LaureateIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Lynne Thompson — a former lawyer who spent over 20 years in the legal world before answering a call that had echoed since childhood: poetry. Lynne pivoted from litigation to literature, ultimately becoming Los Angeles’ 4th Poet Laureate, a nationally recognized advocate for the power of poetry, and the author of four acclaimed collections, including Blue on a Blue Palette.A native Angeleno and daughter of Caribbean immigrants, Lynne grew up in where books, education, and ambition mattered — and she never let her four older brothers outpace her. Though she began writin...
2025-05-2848 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeLynne Thompson: Lawyer to Poet LaureateIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Lynne Thompson — a former lawyer who spent over 20 years in the legal world before answering a call that had echoed since childhood: poetry. Lynne pivoted from litigation to literature, ultimately becoming Los Angeles’ 4th Poet Laureate, a nationally recognized advocate for the power of poetry, and the author of four acclaimed collections, including Blue on a Blue Palette.A native Angeleno and daughter of Caribbean immigrants, Lynne grew up in where books, education, and ambition mattered — and she never let her four older brothers outpace her. Though she began writing at a y...
2025-05-2848 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSimon Rinne: From Silent Struggle to Social ImpactIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Simon Rinne, a former government worker who spent years navigating traditional career paths before realizing his deeper purpose was to support others in their healing. Now a mental health social worker and founder of Mindful Men, Simon helps men break the silence around mental illness, drawing from his own lived experience with undiagnosed OCD, depression, and anxiety.Simon grew up in a working-class, hyper-masculine household in northern Adelaide, where emotional expression was rare and mental health wasn’t discussed. Behind his jokes and big smile was a young man silently str...
2025-05-1450 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSimon Rinne: From Silent Struggle to Social ImpactIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Simon Rinne, a former government worker who spent years navigating traditional career paths before realizing his deeper purpose was to support others in their healing. Now a mental health social worker and founder of Mindful Men, Simon helps men break the silence around mental illness, drawing from his own lived experience with undiagnosed OCD, depression, and anxiety.Simon grew up in a working-class, hyper-masculine household in northern Adelaide, where emotional expression was rare and mental health wasn’t discussed. Behind his jokes and big smile was a young man sil...
2025-05-1450 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSarah Dale: Corporate Success to Women’s Empowerment TrailblazerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Sarah Dale — a woman who spent years excelling in the world of media and advertising, helping brands like The Wall Street Journal and Fortune grow and thrive. Raised in a driven, adventurous family in New Jersey, Sarah learned early on that anything was possible — a mindset that carried her through multiple career pivots.After building early career success and pursuing a new job opportunity, Sarah decided to take a much-needed break and traveled to Montana. There, she quickly fell in love with its adventurous spirit and wide-open way of life — so muc...
2025-04-3056 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSarah Dale: Corporate Success to Women’s Empowerment TrailblazerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Sarah Dale — a woman who spent years excelling in the world of media and advertising, helping brands like The Wall Street Journal and Fortune grow and thrive. Raised in a driven, adventurous family in New Jersey, Sarah learned early on that anything was possible — a mindset that carried her through multiple career pivots.After building early career success and pursuing a new job opportunity, Sarah decided to take a much-needed break and traveled to Montana. There, she quickly fell in love with its adventurous spirit and wide-open way of life...
2025-04-3056 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeJeremy Schifeling: Kindergarten Teacher to Founder of The Job InsidersIn this episode of Clocking Out, we sit down with Jeremy Schifeling, founder of The Job Insiders and author of the Amazon best-seller LinkedIn and ChatGPT for Job-Seeking. Growing up in the working-class city of Buffalo and dreaming of playing for the Chicago Cubs, Jeremy learned early on how to hustle, adapt, and punch above his weight. Jeremy shares how his early days substitute teaching in Brooklyn classrooms—often a trial by fire—helped him discover his true passion: empowering others through technology and education. That small spark led him to roles impacting hundr...
2025-04-1643 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeJeremy Schifeling: Kindergarten Teacher to Founder of The Job InsidersIn this episode of Clocking Out, we sit down with Jeremy Schifeling, founder of The Job Insiders and author of the Amazon best-seller LinkedIn and ChatGPT for Job-Seeking. Growing up in the working-class city of Buffalo and dreaming of playing for the Chicago Cubs, Jeremy learned early on how to hustle, adapt, and punch above his weight. Jeremy shares how his early days substitute teaching in Brooklyn classrooms—often a trial by fire—helped him discover his true passion: empowering others through technology and education. That small spark led him to roles impacting hundreds of thousands of lear...
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The Mindful Movement Podcast and CommunitySlowing Down for More Energy, Focus & Love – Insights from Lee HoldenEager for a change in your life but unsure where to begin?Grab your chance to uncover Inner Wisdom & Transform Your Life: https://bit.ly/You-Are-Not-Broken-Book-Link---------------------------------------------------------------In this episode of the Mindful Movement Podcast, host Les Raymond welcomes back Lee Holden, a globally recognized Qigong teacher, author, and founder of Holden Qigong. whose work bridges ancient Eastern practices with modern life. With decades of experience in Chinese medicine, Tai Chi, and energy healing, Lee has guided thousands toward greater vitality, calm, and self-awareness. His teachings emphasize the transformative potential of m...
2025-04-1559 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeChristopher Chin: Acoustic Engineer to Founder & CEO of The Hidden SpeakerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Christopher Chin, a former data scientist turned communication coach who’s helping people transform information into impact.Chris grew up in Queens, New York, in a household led by immigrant parents—both doctors—who encouraged him and his brother to follow traditional paths. But Chris had other ideas. His first bold pivot came in college, when he left pre-med to study music composition, turning a lifelong passion into a creative career.After working as a freelance composer, Chris realized that w...
2025-04-0248 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeChristopher Chin: Acoustic Engineer to Founder & CEO of The Hidden SpeakerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we meet Christopher Chin, a former data scientist turned communication coach who’s helping people transform information into impact.Chris grew up in Queens, New York, in a household led by immigrant parents—both doctors—who encouraged him and his brother to follow traditional paths. But Chris had other ideas. His first bold pivot came in college, when he left pre-med to study music composition, turning a lifelong passion into a creative career.After working as a freelance composer, Chris realized that while the work was fulfilling, it wasn’t financ...
2025-04-0248 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAmber Williams: Freelance Production Assistant to Content & Film ProducerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we dive into the inspiring journey of Amber Williams, a Brooklyn native with deep Caribbean roots. Growing up in a vibrant immigrant community, education and ambition were ingrained in her from a young age. Though she initially aspired to be a lawyer, a pivotal summer program introduced her to the world of television, setting her on a path toward media and storytelling.Amber studied Film & Television at Hobart College, gained hands-on experience through internships, and landed a job in media advertising post-graduation. However, she craved creativity beyond spreadsheets, leading her to a...
2025-03-1955 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAmber Williams: Freelance Production Assistant to Content & Film ProducerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we dive into the inspiring journey of Amber Williams, a Brooklyn native with deep Caribbean roots. Growing up in a vibrant immigrant community, education and ambition were ingrained in her from a young age. Though she initially aspired to be a lawyer, a pivotal summer program introduced her to the world of television, setting her on a path toward media and storytelling.Amber studied Film & Television at Hobart College, gained hands-on experience through internships, and landed a job in media advertising post-graduation. However, she craved creativity beyond spreadsheets, leading her to...
2025-03-1955 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRonald Braver: Special Agent - Internal Revenue Service to Private Sector Investigator, Entrepreneur, & PartnerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we explore the incredible career journey of Ronald H. Braver, a financial crime investigator who transitioned from government service to private sector success.Ron grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and was fascinated by James Bond and dreamed of pursuing a career in investigative work. He followed that passion, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and later a Master’s in Taxation from DePaul University.After college, Ron embarked on a remarkable 25-year career as a Special Agent and Supervisory Special Agent with the IRS Criminal Investigation Divi...
2025-03-0538 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRonald Braver: Special Agent - Internal Revenue Service to Private Sector Investigator, Entrepreneur, & PartnerIn this episode of Clocking Out, we explore the incredible career journey of Ronald H. Braver, a financial crime investigator who transitioned from government service to private sector success.Ron grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and was fascinated by James Bond and dreamed of pursuing a career in investigative work. He followed that passion, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and later a Master’s in Taxation from DePaul University.After college, Ron embarked on a remarkable 25-year career as a Special Agent and Supervisory Special Agent with the IRS Criminal Investigation Divi...
2025-03-0538 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeCasey Brown: Chemical Engineer to Entrepreneur, TED Speaker, Author, & Pricing GeekIn this episode of Clocking Out, we sit down with Casey Brown, a bold entrepreneur and founder of Boost Pricing, who walked away from the corporate world to help businesses sell at higher prices—and to give sales teams the confidence they need to succeed.Growing up in a hardworking blue-collar town in Ohio, Casey was shaped by the values of persistence and education, instilled by her parents. With a dual degree in chemical engineering and Spanish, plus an MBA from Case Western Reserve University, she built a thriving corporate career before making th...
2025-02-1946 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeCasey Brown: Chemical Engineer to Entrepreneur, TED Speaker, Author, & Pricing GeekIn this episode of Clocking Out, we sit down with Casey Brown, a bold entrepreneur and founder of Boost Pricing, who walked away from the corporate world to help businesses sell at higher prices—and to give sales teams the confidence they need to succeed.Growing up in a hardworking blue-collar town in Ohio, Casey was shaped by the values of persistence and education, instilled by her parents. With a dual degree in chemical engineering and Spanish, plus an MBA from Case Western Reserve University, she built a thriving corporate career before making the leap into entrepreneurship. No...
2025-02-1946 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeGinny Palmieri: Chief Human Resources Officer to CEO & Co-Founder of MyNextoryIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond welcomes Ginny Palmieri, a powerhouse leader who has mastered the intersection of HR, business strategy, and entrepreneurship. With a distinguished career spanning executive roles at Independence Blue Cross, Commerce Bancorp, and Bank of America, Ginny has built a reputation for driving transformation and inspiring growth. Now, as the CEO and Co-Founder of MyNextory, she’s on a mission to revolutionize career development through innovative, scalable solutions.Ginny shares her insights on navigating change, embracing opportunity, and building a career aligned with personal values. Recognized as one of Main Line Today’s 20...
2025-02-0544 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeGinny Palmieri: Chief Human Resources Officer to CEO & Co-Founder of MyNextoryIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond welcomes Ginny Palmieri, a powerhouse leader who has mastered the intersection of HR, business strategy, and entrepreneurship. With a distinguished career spanning executive roles at Independence Blue Cross, Commerce Bancorp, and Bank of America, Ginny has built a reputation for driving transformation and inspiring growth. Now, as the CEO and Co-Founder of MyNextory, she’s on a mission to revolutionize career development through innovative, scalable solutions.Ginny shares her insights on navigating change, embracing opportunity, and building a career aligned with personal values. Recognized as one of...
2025-02-0544 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeFiona Jamison: Researcher to CEO of Spring International She SoldIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Dr. Fiona Jamison, a seasoned leader in people analytics and organizational research. Fiona’s remarkable career spans over 25 years and includes exiting and selling her company Spring International.Fiona was born in the UK and moved to the US after college. With a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management from the University of Bristol, she’s a true expert in transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive business performance.Fiona’s story is anything but conventional. She started at Spring International as a researcher with n...
2025-01-2253 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeFiona Jamison: Researcher to CEO of Spring International She SoldIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Dr. Fiona Jamison, a seasoned leader in people analytics and organizational research. Fiona’s remarkable career spans over 25 years and includes exiting and selling her company Spring International.Fiona was born in the UK and moved to the US after college. With a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management from the University of Bristol, she’s a true expert in transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive business performance.Fiona’s story is anything but conventional. She st...
2025-01-2253 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAurelie Foucart: Law to Management Consulting to EntrepreneurshipIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Aurelie Foucart, the founder of Affirmed Leadership, a company dedicated to executive coaching and leadership training. Born and raised in Paris, France, Aurelie's early life was filled with a love for writing and playing the piano, but she ultimately followed her mother’s advice to pursue a more traditional path and earned a law degree. Aurelie’s career took a fascinating turn after spending over a decade in management consulting, working in various roles at major international organizations. Over time, her passion for leadership development led her to s...
2025-01-0841 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAurelie Foucart: Law to Management Consulting to EntrepreneurshipIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Aurelie Foucart, the founder of Affirmed Leadership, a company dedicated to executive coaching and leadership training. Born and raised in Paris, France, Aurelie's early life was filled with a love for writing and playing the piano, but she ultimately followed her mother’s advice to pursue a more traditional path and earned a law degree. Aurelie’s career took a fascinating turn after spending over a decade in management consulting, working in various roles at major international organizations. Over time, her passion for leadership development led h...
2025-01-0841 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAlice Rush: Sales Leader to Entrepreneur & Founder of CareerUIn this episode of Clocking Out, Alice Rush, a certified Master Career Counselor, shares her inspiring journey from starting her career as a sales leader to becoming a leading expert in career coaching and counseling. Born in Palo Alto, CA, her father spent 30 years at IBM as an engineer and her mother was a concert pianist and entrepreneur. Alice learned early on the importance of both stability and the pursuit of passion. After working in a sales job at NCR with a grueling daily commute, Alice realized she was not living the life she wanted, so she took a...
2024-12-1840 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAlice Rush: Sales Leader to Entrepreneur & Founder of CareerUIn this episode of Clocking Out, Alice Rush, a certified Master Career Counselor, shares her inspiring journey from starting her career as a sales leader to becoming a leading expert in career coaching and counseling. Born in Palo Alto, CA, her father spent 30 years at IBM as an engineer and her mother was a concert pianist and entrepreneur. Alice learned early on the importance of both stability and the pursuit of passion. After working in a sales job at NCR with a grueling daily commute, Alice realized she was not living the life she wanted, so she took a...
2024-12-1840 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeKate Lingoni: LSU Oceanography Researcher to No-BS Fractional COOIn this inspiring episode of Clocking Out, Kate Lingoni, shares her amazing story of being a researcher, entrepreneur, actor, mom, and business owner whose career journey has been anything but conventional. Born in Metairie, Louisiana, Kate went to Archbishop Chapelle High School and later graduated from Louisiana State University. Kate’s early aspirations were rooted in a desire to serve others, initially wanting to become a police officer, but she later shifted her focus to Forensics and ultimately found her calling in Biology, specializing in Oceanography.Kate’s career took a pivotal turn when...
2024-12-1149 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeKate Lingoni: LSU Oceanography Researcher to No-BS Fractional COOIn this inspiring episode of Clocking Out, Kate Lingoni, shares her amazing story of being a researcher, entrepreneur, actor, mom, and business owner whose career journey has been anything but conventional. Born in Metairie, Louisiana, Kate went to Archbishop Chapelle High School and later graduated from Louisiana State University. Kate’s early aspirations were rooted in a desire to serve others, initially wanting to become a police officer, but she later shifted her focus to Forensics and ultimately found her calling in Biology, specializing in Oceanography.Kate’s career took a pivotal turn when she was assigned to t...
2024-12-1149 min
Conversations about Meher BabaIn Touch with the MAC (Meher Archive Collective): Raymond Lee, Dec 7, 2024, live on Baba ZoomOur guest speaker for the December MAC Baba Zoom program is Raymond Lee. Evie Lindemann will be interviewing Ray, an Asheville resident, about his many years working with audio and video recordings, and his wonderful website, Mandali Hall Talks, at mandalihall.org. Ray has spent hundreds of hours dedicated to recording, editing, and digitizing Baba talks and music, providing a rich resource for the worldwide Baba community. He will share his insights and expertise with us as well as answer questions from viewers.
Jai Meher Baba!
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2024-12-081h 32Clocking Out with Raymond LeeWes “Ehnert” Carfi: Sales Leader to Career Coach to Standup ComedianIn Episode 29 of the Clocking Out podcast, we hear the inspiring journey of Wes Ehnert Carfi, a former sales leader who made a bold leap from a successful career in advertising sales to embracing his true passions for coaching, music, and comedy. Born and raised in New Jersey to a large Italian family with over 40 cousins, Wes was an entertainer at heart from an early age—whether it was through music, comedy, or sports. He was inspired by his mom’s unique ability to make people laugh. After decades of sales experience, Wes began...
2024-12-0439 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeWes “Ehnert” Carfi: Sales Leader to Career Coach to Standup ComedianIn this episode, we hear the inspiring journey of Wes Ehnert Carfi, a former sales leader who made a bold leap from a successful career in advertising sales to embracing his true passions for coaching, music, and comedy. Born and raised in New Jersey to a large Italian family with over 40 cousins, Wes was an entertainer at heart from an early age—whether it was through music, comedy, or sports. He was inspired by his mom’s unique ability to make people laugh. After decades of sales experience, Wes began to recognize his true calling as a coac...
2024-12-0439 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSairan Aqrawi: Civil Engineer to Transition Expert to Business CoachIn Episode 28 of Clocking Out, Raymond sits down with Sairan Aqrawi, who shares her inspiring journey of transformation and self-discovery. Born in Iraq, Sairan left her home country in 1997 to pursue the American Dream. Influenced by her father, she chose a career in Civil Engineering, dedicating herself to the field and excelling in systems integration and project delivery.But despite her success, Sairan found herself drawn to a new path—one that would allow her to tap into her true passion for empowering others. After years of working as an engineer, Sairan made the bold de...
2024-11-2049 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSairan Aqrawi: Civil Engineer to Transition Expert to Business CoachIn this episode of Clocking Out, Raymond sits down with Sairan Aqrawi, who shares her inspiring journey of transformation and self-discovery. Born in Iraq, Sairan left her home country in 1997 to pursue the American Dream. Influenced by her father, she chose a career in Civil Engineering, dedicating herself to the field and excelling in systems integration and project delivery.But despite her success, Sairan found herself drawn to a new path—one that would allow her to tap into her true passion for empowering others. After years of working as an engineer, Sairan made the bold decision to...
2024-11-2049 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeKayla McDaniel: Data Analytics at Meta to Stay at Home Mom back to Working MomIn Episode 27 of Clocking Out, Raymond Lee sits down with Kayla McDaniel, a tech leader whose career journey has taken unexpected—and ultimately rewarding—turns. Originally set on becoming a nurse, Kayla pivoted to pursue degrees in computer science and international business. Her path wasn’t without challenges; a trio of layoffs pushed her to reconsider her career trajectory, eventually leading her into software client success, where she has thrived by applying her technical expertise and leadership skills.With over a decade in global operations and data analytics, Kayla has become an experienced, results-driven leader, specia...
2024-11-1341 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeKayla McDaniel: Data Analytics at Meta to Stay at Home Mom back to Working MomIn Episode 27 of Clocking Out, Raymond Lee sits down with Kayla McDaniel, a tech leader whose career journey has taken unexpected—and ultimately rewarding—turns. Originally set on becoming a nurse, Kayla pivoted to pursue degrees in computer science and international business. Her path wasn’t without challenges; a trio of layoffs pushed her to reconsider her career trajectory, eventually leading her into software client success, where she has thrived by applying her technical expertise and leadership skills.With over a decade in global operations and data analytics, Kayla has become an experienced, results-driven leader, specializing in operat...
2024-11-1341 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeTammi Marks: Product Manager, IT Clinical Applications to Owner of Beauty Marks AestheticsIn this episode of Clocking Out, host Raymond Lee sits down with Tammi Marks, a seasoned healthcare professional who recently took a bold step toward fulfilling her lifelong passion. After a 30-year career spanning clinical roles and healthcare IT, Tammi found herself at a crossroads when she was unexpectedly laid off from her position at Common Spirits. Rather than letting this setback define her, she embraced it as an opportunity to "clock out" of her former role and dive into something she had always dreamed of: aesthetics.In this episode, Tammi shares her candid experience...
2024-11-0649 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeTammi Marks: Product Manager, IT Clinical Applications to Owner of Beauty Marks AestheticsIn this episode of Clocking Out, host Raymond Lee sits down with Tammi Marks, a seasoned healthcare professional who recently took a bold step toward fulfilling her lifelong passion. After a 30-year career spanning clinical roles and healthcare IT, Tammi found herself at a crossroads when she was unexpectedly laid off from her position at Common Spirits. Rather than letting this setback define her, she embraced it as an opportunity to "clock out" of her former role and dive into something she had always dreamed of: aesthetics.In this episode, Tammi shares her candid experience with the...
2024-11-0649 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeIla Edgar: Founder of Big Change to Living with Heart, Authenticity, & Being Uncomfortable with UncertaintyIla Edgar is a firm believer that trust is the foundation of all relationships, including the one we have with ourselves. Her extensive experience in progressive leadership roles across diverse industries led her to establish Big Change Inc., a consultancy dedicated to partnering with leaders and teams to identify and overcome relational obstacles that impede their success. Through her expert guidance, clients forge stronger relationships and implement meaningful changes within their teams and organizations. Her approach is tailored to each client's unique needs, sometimes requiring minor adjustments, and other times delving deeper into complex issues. R...
2024-10-3052 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeIla Edgar: Founder of Big Change to Living with Heart, Authenticity, & Being Uncomfortable with UncertaintyIla Edgar is a firm believer that trust is the foundation of all relationships, including the one we have with ourselves. Her extensive experience in progressive leadership roles across diverse industries led her to establish Big Change Inc., a consultancy dedicated to partnering with leaders and teams to identify and overcome relational obstacles that impede their success. Through her expert guidance, clients forge stronger relationships and implement meaningful changes within their teams and organizations. Her approach is tailored to each client's unique needs, sometimes requiring minor adjustments, and other times delving deeper into complex issues. Regardless of...
2024-10-3052 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeBianca Sibiya: Africa Operations at TikTok to Founder and COO of The Fixer Co.Bianca Sibiya is a passionate, value-driven digital marketer, speaker, and culture leader with over 20 years of experience in Tech, Fintech, Broadcast, Fashion, and Film across Sub-Saharan Africa. She develops future-state B2B and B2C strategies for brands and agencies, helping them better leverage social platforms, build community content ecosystems through shared interests, scale social selling, and integrate culture to shape impactful marketing strategies.After building the operations at TikTok Africa for the past two years, Bianca identified significant gaps in how brands, employees, and creative agency partners can upskill, optimize, and leverage digital platforms, content tools...
2024-10-2357 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeBianca Sibiya: Africa Operations at TikTok to Founder and COO of The Fixer Co.Bianca Sibiya is a passionate, value-driven digital marketer, speaker, and culture leader with over 20 years of experience in Tech, Fintech, Broadcast, Fashion, and Film across Sub-Saharan Africa. She develops future-state B2B and B2C strategies for brands and agencies, helping them better leverage social platforms, build community content ecosystems through shared interests, scale social selling, and integrate culture to shape impactful marketing strategies.After building the operations at TikTok Africa for the past two years, Bianca identified significant gaps in how brands, employees, and creative agency partners can upskill, optimize, and leverage digital platforms...
2024-10-2357 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDanielle Smeltzer: Operations and People Leader to Founder and CEO of AwarelyDanielle Smeltzer is an advocate for trauma-informed leadership and progressive workplace well-being. As the founder of Awarely Embodied Leadership, she's on a mission to help leaders reclaim their well-being as they rise while challenging organizations to consider more sustainable paths to growth. By drawing on her 16+ years of leadership expertise and over 500 hours of training in trauma-informed practices, coaching, mindfulness, and somatics, she inspires high-performing women and organizations to transform how they lead (and live) through embodied leadership coaching, workshops, and thought leadership.Connect with Danielle:Website: https://www.awarely.caLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...
2024-10-1640 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDanielle Smeltzer: Operations and People Leader to Founder and CEO of AwarelyDanielle Smeltzer is an advocate for trauma-informed leadership and progressive workplace well-being. As the founder of Awarely Embodied Leadership, she's on a mission to help leaders reclaim their well-being as they rise while challenging organizations to consider more sustainable paths to growth. By drawing on her 16+ years of leadership expertise and over 500 hours of training in trauma-informed practices, coaching, mindfulness, and somatics, she inspires high-performing women and organizations to transform how they lead (and live) through embodied leadership coaching, workshops, and thought leadership.Connect with Danielle:
2024-10-1640 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeVanessa Karel: Photography Project Manager at Cisco to Founder & CEO of GreetherVanessa Karel, is a second-time Founder, Serial Entrepreneur, Storyteller, and Creative Producer. She was named as one of the 100 rising Latinx Startup founders to watch by Inicio Ventures and a Latinx to watch by Hispanic Executive through her work founding Greether; a travel startup that helps women travel safer.Most recently she was the most voted entrepreneur creating impact in Mexico by ASEM. Vanessa is also currently leading Girls in Tech, San Francisco as their Volunteer Manager Director.Vanessa’s goal is to empower women to help each other while discovering the world. She is co...
2024-10-0948 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeVanessa Karel: Photography Project Manager at Cisco to Founder & CEO of GreetherPlease welcome Vanessa Karel to the Clocking Out podcast. Vanessa Karel, is a second-time Founder, Serial Entrepreneur, Storyteller, and Creative Producer. She was named as one of the 100 rising Latinx Startup founders to watch by Inicio Ventures and a Latinx to watch by Hispanic Executive through her work founding Greether; a travel startup that helps women travel safer.Most recently she was the most voted entrepreneur creating impact in Mexico by ASEM. Vanessa is also currently leading Girls in Tech, San Francisco as their Volunteer Manager Director.
2024-10-0948 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAngela Pointon: Photographer to Founder & CEO of a Marketing Agency she SoldAngela Pointon is a fractional Chief Marketing Officer and revenue strategist who helps B2B companies get their marketing on a solid foundation and is focused on growth. She has over 25 years of marketing experience, and also successfully exited and sold an award-winning marketing agency, 11outof11, in 2023. Angela is a speaker, podcaster and author of the book, "Stop Blending In". Angela serves as committee co-chair of women's initiatives at the Entrepreneurs' Organization Philadelphia Chapter. Angela graduated from Drexel University with a BS degree in photography and an MBA degree from St. Joseph's University.Connect with Angela ...
2024-10-0245 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAngela Pointon: Photographer to Founder & CEO of a Marketing Agency she SoldPlease welcome Angela Pointon to the Clocking Out podcast. Angela Pointon is a fractional Chief Marketing Officer and revenue strategist who helps B2B companies get their marketing on a solid foundation and is focused on growth. She has over 25 years of marketing experience, and also successfully exited and sold an award-winning marketing agency, 11outof11, in 2023. Angela is a speaker, podcaster and author of the book, "Stop Blending In". Angela serves as committee co-chair of women's initiatives at the Entrepreneurs' Organization Philadelphia Chapter. Angela graduated from Drexel University with a BS degree in photography and a...
2024-10-0245 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeChris Baer: Design & Innovation Leader at Marriott to Co-founder & CEOChris Baer is the founder of the Mandala Institute, an organization that helps leaders create humanistic and innovation culture in teams and companies. He is an expert on innovation strategy, engaging and growing talent through coaching, as well as design methodologies.Chris is also a co-founder of Sunstone Therapies, an early-stage medical company dedicated to alleviating emotional distress in patients through trial psychedelic therapies. Chris also played a key role in the creation of the Bill Richard’s Center for Healing, a state of the art facility designed expressly for psychedelic therapy in the medical setting.Prior to...
2024-09-2541 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeChris Baer: Design & Innovation Leader at Marriott to Co-founder & CEOPlease welcome Chris Baer to the Clocking Out podcast. Chris Baer is the founder of the Mandala Institute, an organization that helps leaders create humanistic and innovation culture in teams and companies. He is an expert on innovation strategy, engaging and growing talent through coaching, as well as design methodologies.Chris is also a co-founder of Sunstone Therapies, an early-stage medical company dedicated to alleviating emotional distress in patients through trial psychedelic therapies. Chris also played a key role in the creation of the Bill Richard’s Center for Healing, a state of th...
2024-09-2541 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRasagna Holt: Computer Engineer to EntrepreneurRasagna Holt was born and raised in a small rural town in India, where her family has a strong tradition of entrepreneurship and musical excellence. Her father is a medical doctor, and her mother, both an entrepreneur and a renowned singer, serves as the Dean of a Women's University. In addition to running a training institute for students, Rasagna’s mother was an All India Radio artist, TV performer, and lead singer in a cover band. Her grandfather was also an academic leader, serving as a Dean and running a successful English training institute. Many of Rasagna's family members ar...
2024-09-1843 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRasagna Holt: Computer Engineer to EntrepreneurPlease welcome Rasagna Holt to the Clocking Out podcast. Rasagna Holt was born and raised in a small rural town in India, where her family has a strong tradition of entrepreneurship and musical excellence. Her father is a medical doctor, and her mother, both an entrepreneur and a renowned singer, serves as the Dean of a Women's University. In addition to running a training institute for students, Rasagna’s mother was an All India Radio artist, TV performer, and lead singer in a cover band. Her grandfather was also an academic leader, serving as...
2024-09-1843 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDeanna deBara: Recruiter to Writer, Podcaster, and EntrepreneurDeanna deBara is a writer whose work has appeared in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Men's Health and more. She is also a content marketer with almost a decade of experience working with brands to elevate their content, connect with their target audience, and drive real, measurable results. Following a period of professional stuckness, Deanna recently launched Season of Stuck, a podcast about the all-too-human experience of feeling stuck: how and why we get stuck, what stuckness feels like, how to learn and grow from it, and ultimately, how to get unstuck and step into the next version of ourselves...
2024-09-1147 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDeanna deBara: Recruiter to Writer, Podcaster, and EntrepreneurPlease welcome Deanna deBara to the Clocking Out podcast. Deanna deBara is a writer whose work has appeared in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Men's Health and more. She is also a content marketer with almost a decade of experience working with brands to elevate their content, connect with their target audience, and drive real, measurable results. Following a period of professional stuckness, Deanna recently launched Season of Stuck, a podcast about the all-too-human experience of feeling stuck: how and why we get stuck, what stuckness feels like, how to...
2024-09-1147 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRomain Sestier: Google Product Manager to Co-Founder & EntrepreneurRomain is originally from a small town in France and has such an interesting career journey.He is currently the co-founder and CEO of StackOne, a unified integration platform that helps HR Tech SaaS companies to add dozens of integrations to their products in days. Prior to founding StackOne, Romain was a Product Manager at Google where he led the creation of a 0 → $1bn product, was VP of Product and Services at Yieldify (acquired by Publicis), and co-founded Upper.ai.Listen as he shares his upbringing, challenges, career path, and pivotal “clocking out” moments. Conn...
2024-09-0446 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRomain Sestier: Google Product Manager to Co-Founder & EntrepreneurToday, Romain Sestier joins the Clocking Out Podcast!Romain is originally from a small town in France and has such an interesting career journey.He is currently the co-founder and CEO of StackOne, a unified integration platform that helps HR Tech SaaS companies to add dozens of integrations to their products in days. Prior to founding StackOne, Romain was a Product Manager at Google where he led the creation of a 0 → $1bn product, was VP of Product and Services at Yieldify (acquired by Publicis), and co-founded Upper.ai.
2024-09-0446 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDr. Dan Young: Financial Advisor to Brand Amplifier, Educator, Entrepreneur & InvestorToday, please welcome Dr. Dan Young to the Clocking Out podcast. Passionate about inspiring and teaching others, Dr. Dan Young discovered his calling in education early on. With a diverse career spanning roles such as Certified Financial Planning Professional, nonprofit CEO, professor, higher education administrator, and entrepreneur, Dr. Young has always centered his work around the pivotal interaction between teacher and student. He is the co-founder of the Leadership Excellence Academy for Nonprofits (LEAN) and serves as the President of Maverick Class LLC. His journey has been marked by numerous accomplishments, including pioneering i...
2024-08-2849 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeDr. Dan Young: Financial Advisor to Brand Amplifier, Educator, Entrepreneur & InvestorPassionate about inspiring and teaching others, Dr. Dan Young discovered his calling in education early on. With a diverse career spanning roles such as Certified Financial Planning Professional, nonprofit CEO, professor, higher education administrator, and entrepreneur, Dr. Young has always centered his work around the pivotal interaction between teacher and student. He is the co-founder of the Leadership Excellence Academy for Nonprofits (LEAN) and serves as the President of Maverick Class LLC. His journey has been marked by numerous accomplishments, including pioneering initiatives such as the first study abroad program for the Horn Program of Entrepreneurship at the University...
2024-08-2849 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSophie Warwick: Structural Engineer to Gender Pay Equity Co-founder and EntrepreneurSophie Warwick is Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, a consultancy that supports women in negotiating their compensation, and advises employers on improving gender equity in the workplace. She specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups, helping employers become more sustainable, profitable, and innovative.Sophie has a Masters of Structural and Earthquake Engineering from the University of British Columbia. She practiced structural engineering consulting in the residential sector for over 7 years where she saw firsthand the challenges employers face recruiting and retaining women in male dominated environments. She is passionate about approaching gender...
2024-08-2149 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSophie Warwick: Structural Engineer to Gender Pay Equity Co-founder and EntrepreneurIn this episode, Sophie Warwick joins the Clocking Out podcast. Sophie Warwick is Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, a consultancy that supports women in negotiating their compensation, and advises employers on improving gender equity in the workplace. She specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups, helping employers become more sustainable, profitable, and innovative.Sophie has a Masters of Structural and Earthquake Engineering from the University of British Columbia. She practiced structural engineering consulting in the residential sector for over 7 years where she s...
2024-08-2149 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeJillian Climie: Management Consultant to Gender Pay Equity Co-founder and EntrepreneurJillian Climie is Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, a consultancy that supports women in negotiating their compensation, and advises employers on improving gender equity in the workplace. She specializes in supporting women in getting paid what they deserve, with her clients on average achieving a +25% increase in their compensation package. She works with women across Canada, the US and the UK to negotiate at companies including Uber, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Sephora and IBM.Jillian attended Ivey Business School and has spent her career advising and leading teams in executive compensation and corporate governance, both as a consultant...
2024-08-1451 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeJillian Climie: Management Consultant to Gender Pay Equity Co-founder and EntrepreneurToday, please welcome Jillian Climie to the Clocking Out podcast. Jillian Climie is Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, a consultancy that supports women in negotiating their compensation, and advises employers on improving gender equity in the workplace. She specializes in supporting women in getting paid what they deserve, with her clients on average achieving a +25% increase in their compensation package. She works with women across Canada, the US and the UK to negotiate at companies including Uber, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Sephora and IBM.Jillian attended Ivey...
2024-08-1451 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeEmeka Oguh: Electrical & Computer Engineer to Entrepreneur & Founder/CEO of PeopleJoyToday, Emeka Oguh joins the Clocking Out podcast. Emeka Oguh is the CEO of PeopleJoy. Since 2016, PeopleJoy has helped employers attractand retain talent, through financial assistance benefits.Emeka previously served as the CEO of Apptempo, a mobile app publisher that was lateracquired, and as the Director of Product at Dataminr, a real-time information discovery platform.He began his career at Merrill Lynch, where he conducted fund due diligence on assets totaling$317 billion under management.Emeka holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical & C...
2024-08-0741 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeEmeka Oguh: Electrical & Computer Engineer to Entrepreneur & Founder/CEO of PeopleJoyEmeka Oguh is the CEO of PeopleJoy. Since 2016, PeopleJoy has helped employers attractand retain talent, through financial assistance benefits.Emeka previously served as the CEO of Apptempo, a mobile app publisher that was lateracquired, and as the Director of Product at Dataminr, a real-time information discovery platform.He began his career at Merrill Lynch, where he conducted fund due diligence on assets totaling$317 billion under management.Emeka holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering from RutgersUniversity and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.Listen as he shares his...
2024-08-0741 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRob Lawless: Management Consultant to Human Connector & StorytellerToday, Raymond is joined by Rob Lawless on the Clocking Out podcast. On a mission to spend 1 hour, 1 on 1, with 10,000 different people, Rob Lawless sees the world from an incredibly unique perspective. Over the last 8 years, he’s met over 6,000 people across 90+ countries, sharing their stories on his Instagram, @robs10kfriends. Rob has been featured on "On Air with Ryan Seacrest," "Your Morning," the TODAY Show, and even the Kelly Clarkson Show. Rob's inspiring project showcases the value of intentional, human connection and how every human interaction holds the potential to change your life.Listen as he...
2024-07-3148 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRob Lawless: Management Consultant to Human Connector & StorytellerOn a mission to spend 1 hour, 1 on 1, with 10,000 different people, Rob Lawless sees the world from an incredibly unique perspective. Over the last 8 years, he’s met over 6,000 people across 90+ countries, sharing their stories on his Instagram, @robs10kfriends. Rob has been featured on "On Air with Ryan Seacrest," "Your Morning," the TODAY Show, and even the Kelly Clarkson Show. Rob's inspiring project showcases the value of intentional, human connection and how every human interaction holds the potential to change your life.Listen as he shares his background, career path, and pivotal “clocking out” moments. Connec...
2024-07-3148 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeKendra Dahlstrom: Marketing and Communications Leader to Executive Coach & Chief Wellbeing OfficerPlease welcome Kendra Dahlstrom to the Clocking Out podcast. Kendra specializes in transforming senior leaders from the inside-out; improving communications, relationships, influence, and impact. Clients say her direct approach inspires trust, unearths root causes, and accelerates progress from a place of empathy. She is the founder of her own coaching practice, Kendra Dahlstrom Leadership, where she volunteers time to support post-graduate women aspiring to be leaders in business. Kendra holds a B.S. in Consumer Psychology, and certifications in coaching, speaker coaching, facilitation, yoga, and reiki. She bri...
2024-07-2441 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeKendra Dahlstrom: Marketing and Communications Leader to Executive Coach & Chief Wellbeing OfficerKendra specializes in transforming senior leaders from the inside-out; improving communications, relationships, influence, and impact. Clients say her direct approach inspires trust, unearths root causes, and accelerates progress from a place of empathy. She is the founder of her own coaching practice, Kendra Dahlstrom Leadership, where she volunteers time to support post-graduate women aspiring to be leaders in business. Kendra holds a B.S. in Consumer Psychology, and certifications in coaching, speaker coaching, facilitation, yoga, and reiki. She brings over 20 years of experience working with senior leaders at Fortune 50 companies.Listen as she...
2024-07-2441 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeShelly Azen: Corporate HR Leader to Entrepreneur and HR ConsultantToday, Shelly Azen joins the Clocking Out podcast. With over 25 years of experience in various HR leadership roles, Shelly founded unHR LLC to provide HR consulting services that challenge the status quo and deliver value-added solutions to clients across different industries and sectors. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) and a certified Women's Owned Business by WBENC. Un-HR is a Philadelphia100 fastest growing company in 2023.Shelly’s expertise and passion is in helping organizations in “people chaos” and making HR matter to the business. She is known...
2024-07-1753 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeShelly Azen: Corporate HR Leader to Entrepreneur and HR ConsultantWith over 25 years of experience in various HR leadership roles, Shelly founded unHR LLC to provide HR consulting services that challenge the status quo and deliver value-added solutions to clients across different industries and sectors. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) and a certified Women's Owned Business by WBENC. Un-HR is a Philadelphia100 fastest growing company in 2023.Shelly’s expertise and passion is in helping organizations in “people chaos” and making HR matter to the business. She is known for her collaborative, direct, results-driven approach. She grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, and started her car...
2024-07-1753 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeBrett Blair: Industrial Engineer to Psychologist & Author of “Born, Love, Die”Please welcome Dr. Brett Blair to the Clocking Out podcast. Dr. Brett Blair is the founder and president of Best Life Global, LLC. Best Life Global provides business and personal growth coaching and training services. Brett has published three books, Born - Love - Die, From Autopilot to Authentic, and Living at the Summit. Brett is also the architect and lead instructor for the Best Life Masterclass, a mixture of teaching, coaching, and mastermind. Delivered in an online, intimate group setting specifically designed to get you “unstuck” and help you live your “Best Life." The program...
2024-07-101h 01Clocking Out with Raymond LeeBrett Blair: Industrial Engineer to Psychologist & Author of “Born, Love, Die”Dr. Brett Blair is the founder and president of Best Life Global, LLC. Best Life Global provides business and personal growth coaching and training services. Brett has published three books, Born - Love - Die, From Autopilot to Authentic, and Living at the Summit. Brett is also the architect and lead instructor for the Best Life Masterclass, a mixture of teaching, coaching, and mastermind. Delivered in an online, intimate group setting specifically designed to get you “unstuck” and help you live your “Best Life." The program is built on two decades of learning and experience neatly packaged into 12 practical lesson...
2024-07-101h 01Clocking Out with Raymond LeeSacha Connor: Clorox Brand Marketer to CEO of Virtual Work InsiderIn today’s episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Sacha Connor. Sacha is the CEO of Virtual Work Insider. After experiencing first-hand how hard it truly is to lead across distance at Clorox, Sacha’s team at Virtual Work Insider uses battle-tested strategies and tactics to teach teams and organizations how to lead, communicate, collaborate, and drive culture across distance. Virtual Work Insider has counseled and trained clients across many industries, including Toyota, Eventbrite, Vanguard, Under Armour, Sephora, L’Oréal, Highwire PR, Gilead, and Cisco. Since the launch of the company in late 20...
2024-07-031h 01Clocking Out with Raymond LeeSacha Connor: Clorox Brand Marketer to CEO of Virtual Work InsiderIn today’s episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Sacha Connor. Sacha is the CEO of Virtual Work Insider. After experiencing first-hand how hard it truly is to lead across distance at Clorox, Sacha’s team at Virtual Work Insider uses battle-tested strategies and tactics to teach teams and organizations how to lead, communicate, collaborate, and drive culture across distance. Virtual Work Insider has counseled and trained clients across many industries, including Toyota, Eventbrite, Vanguard, Under Armour, Sephora, L’Oréal, Highwire PR, Gilead, and Cisco. Since the launch of the comp...
2024-07-031h 01Clocking Out with Raymond LeeMichael S. Cohen: Attorney and Thought Leader in Employment LawIn today’s episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Michael S. Cohen, an employment attorney and thought leader in employment law. Michael S. Cohen is a partner in Duane Morris’ Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group. Michael concentrates his practice in the areas of employment law training and counseling. He has trained and counseled employers throughout the country on subjects including harassment prevention; diversity, equity and inclusion; combatting implicit bias; performance management; discipline and discharge; hiring and recruiting practices; performance evaluations; FMLA, ADA and FLSA compliance; leave of absence policies; LGBTQ+ issues in the workp...
2024-06-2648 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeMichael S. Cohen: Attorney and Thought Leader in Employment LawIn today’s episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Michael S. Cohen, an employment attorney and thought leader in employment law. Michael S. Cohen is a partner in Duane Morris’ Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group. Michael concentrates his practice in the areas of employment law training and counseling. He has trained and counseled employers throughout the country on subjects including harassment prevention; diversity, equity and inclusion; combatting implicit bias; performance management; discipline and discharge; hiring and recruiting practices; performance evaluations; FMLA, ADA and FLSA compliance; leave of absence policies; LGBTQ+...
2024-06-2648 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeEdward Gadsden: Chief Diversity Officer to HR, Diversity, & Inclusion ConsultantIn today’s episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Edward N. Gadsden Jr., the Principal and Owner of Creative Source Human Resource Consulting. He is a results-driven executive with a demonstrated history of leading strategic diversity initiatives, people process improvements and talent acquisition programs. He is credited with navigating organizations through times of culture change and the implementation of employee engagement, and human capital initiatives including succession planning, employee relations, HR systems, strategic planning, employee learning and development, reward processes, and executive development. Listen as Ed shares his background, how he became involved in...
2024-06-1942 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeEdward Gadsden: Chief Diversity Officer to HR, Diversity, & Inclusion ConsultantIn today’s episode of Clocking Out, Raymond is joined by Edward N. Gadsden Jr., the Principal and Owner of Creative Source Human Resource Consulting. He is a results-driven executive with a demonstrated history of leading strategic diversity initiatives, people process improvements and talent acquisition programs. He is credited with navigating organizations through times of culture change and the implementation of employee engagement, and human capital initiatives including succession planning, employee relations, HR systems, strategic planning, employee learning and development, reward processes, and executive development. Listen as Ed shares his background, how h...
2024-06-1942 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAnna Papalia: Recruiter to Social Media Influencer & AuthorToday, please welcome Anna Papalia to the Clocking Out podcast. Anna Papalia is the CEO of Interviewology, a keynote speaker, and a career influencer with over 2 million followers across social media platforms. She has worked with large companies, such as Cigna and Lincoln Financial, and taught at Temple University’s Fox School of Business for 12 years, where she collected research and discovered the four interview styles. As a former Director of Talent Acquisition turned career coach, she has vast experience on both sides of the interview table and knows what it takes to interview better. Sh...
2024-06-1259 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeAnna Papalia: Recruiter to Social Media Influencer & AuthorToday, please welcome Anna Papalia to the Clocking Out podcast. Anna Papalia is the CEO of Interviewology, a keynote speaker, and a career influencer with over 2 million followers across social media platforms. She has worked with large companies, such as Cigna and Lincoln Financial, and taught at Temple University’s Fox School of Business for 12 years, where she collected research and discovered the four interview styles. As a former Director of Talent Acquisition turned career coach, she has vast experience on both sides of the interview table and knows what it take...
2024-06-1259 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSteve Mellor: Olympic Collegiate Swim Coach to Executive Coach and PodcasterToday, please welcome Steve Mellor. Born in England, a former collegiate swimmer at North Carolina State, and an experienced coach, he’s dedicated his life to coaching excellence. From guiding Brooks Curry to Olympic Gold to serving as Associate Head Coach at Louisiana State University, his journey has been about unlocking the utmost potential in others. Now, through Career Competitor, he leverages his extensive experience to empower individuals and teams as an Executive Coach and Keynote Speaker. In this episode, Raymond explores Steve's journey, uncovering the pivotal moments that shaped his trajectory and the invaluable lessons he lea...
2024-06-0557 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeSteve Mellor: Olympic Collegiate Swim Coach to Executive Coach and PodcasterToday, please welcome Steve Mellor. Born in England, a former collegiate swimmer at North Carolina State, and an experienced coach, he’s dedicated his life to coaching excellence. From guiding Brooks Curry to Olympic Gold to serving as Associate Head Coach at Louisiana State University, his journey has been about unlocking the utmost potential in others. Now, through Career Competitor, he leverages his extensive experience to empower individuals and teams as an Executive Coach and Keynote Speaker. In this episode, Raymond explores Steve's journey, uncovering the pivotal moments that shaped his trajectory and the invaluable les...
2024-06-0557 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeBarbara Hester: Court Reporter to ArchaeologistJoin Raymond and Steve as they explore the inspiring life of Raymond’s late mother, Barbara Hester. "Clocking Out," both the book and the podcast, are dedicated to Barbara, whose remarkable life embodies sacrifice, aspiration, and the pursuit of true passion. As a young mother, Barbara chose the practical career of court reporting to support her family, a decision that showcased her selflessness and dedication. Despite excelling in her profession, she never lost sight of her true passion: archaeology.Barbara took a courageous step toward her dreams by starting her own cou...
2024-05-2938 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeBarbara Hester: Court Reporter to ArchaeologistJoin Raymond and Steve as they explore the inspiring life of Raymond’s late mother, Barbara Hester. "Clocking Out," both the book and the podcast, are dedicated to Barbara, whose remarkable life embodies sacrifice, aspiration, and the pursuit of true passion. As a young mother, Barbara chose the practical career of court reporting to support her family, a decision that showcased her selflessness and dedication. Despite excelling in her profession, she never lost sight of her true passion: archaeology.Barbara took a courageous step toward her dreams by starting her own court reporting business and wor...
2024-05-2938 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRaymond Lee Part 2Welcome back to Clocking Out for Episode 2: Raymond Lee Part 2. In this episode, Steve Mellor, an esteemed ICF PCC-certified Executive Coach and author, continues his deep dive into the life and career of Raymond Lee, the host of the podcast and President of Careerminds.In this continuation, Raymond and Steve explore Raymond’s bold decision to leave his established HR career to venture into entrepreneurship by founding Careerminds over 15 years ago. Listeners will gain an understanding of the pivotal moments and decisions that shaped Raymond’s journey from a seasoned HR professional to a successful founder and CEO.
2024-05-2243 minClocking Out with Raymond LeeRaymond Lee Part 2Welcome back to Clocking Out for Episode 2: Raymond Lee Part 2. In this episode, Steve Mellor, an esteemed ICF PCC-certified Executive Coach and author, continues his deep dive into the life and career of Raymond Lee, the host of the podcast and President of Careerminds.In this continuation, Raymond and Steve explore Raymond’s bold decision to leave his established HR career to venture into entrepreneurship by founding Careerminds over 15 years ago. Listeners will gain an understanding of the pivotal moments and decisions that shaped Raymond’s journey from a seasoned HR professional to a successful founder and CEO.
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Clocking Out with Raymond LeeRaymond Lee Part 1Welcome to the first episode of the Clocking Out Podcast! In this dynamic debut, Steve Mellor, an esteemed ICF PCC-certified Executive Coach, takes the interviewer’s seat to delve into the life and career of Raymond Lee, the host behind the podcast. Raymond Lee, President of Careerminds, a top-five global outplacement firm, has over two decades of human resources, outplacement, and career consulting experience.With a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master’s in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Louisiana Tech University, Raymond is a recognized thought leader in the industry, featured on SiriusXM Business Radio, Career...
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Clocking Out with Raymond LeeRaymond Lee Part 1Welcome to the first episode of the Clocking Out Podcast! In this dynamic debut, Steve Mellor, an esteemed ICF PCC-certified Executive Coach, takes the interviewer’s seat to delve into the life and career of Raymond Lee, the host behind the podcast. Raymond Lee, President of Careerminds, a top-five global outplacement firm, has over two decades of human resources, outplacement, and career consulting experience.With a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master’s in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Louisiana Tech University, Raymond is a recognized thought leader in the industry, featured on SiriusXM Business Radio, CareerTalk, and th...
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Clocking Out with Raymond LeeWelcome To Clocking Out With Raymond LeeClocking Out is an inspirational podcast about individuals who have taken the leap of faith to “clock out” of a job, career or personal situation that wasn’t bringing them career fulfillment hosted by Raymond Lee. Raymond Lee is an author, speaker, Founder & President of Careerminds, a global outplacement and leadership development company. He has over 20 years of human resource, leadership, executive, and career coaching experience, and he has been featured on SiriusXM, CNN, Wall Street Journal, and Fox Business.
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