This is the podcast where we talk to successful women in Hollywood and hear their stories. This is the introduction episode.
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Her Leading Story: What happens when talented and professional women find fulfilling work
Julie Artis
Calling all women who aspire to take on a leadership role - at work, at a volunteer organization, or in politics! Her Leading Story is a podcast about women’s leadership. Each week, you’ll hear from female leaders about their struggles, their big moments, and their passion for their work. I’m your host, Julie Artis, a leadership and career coach, sociology professor, longtime academic administrator, and a single mom of two teens. I hope this podcast will inspire you, I hope it will make you ...
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Stories of unsolved crimes from around the US. Hosted by a crime analyst and former police officer, this show offers an informed perspective on each case.
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37. How to Set Powerful Career and Personal Intentions for 2025
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42:18In this special episode of Her Leading Story, Julie is interviewed by Harmony Slater from the Finding Harmony Podcast. We discuss year-end practices - ones that help us reflect on the current year, and set intentions for the new one. Julie and Harmony also explore the complexities of change at midlife (career and otherwise), the importance of ident…
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36. What kind of job seeker are you? Insights from attachment theory
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20:12In this episode of Her Leading Story, Julie continues the discussion on job search strategies by examining how past clients have approached a career pivot in very different ways. Julie explores how attachment theory from the field of psychology could shed light on these different approaches. For example, some clients approach the job search from an…
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35. Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Job Hunting with Julie Artis
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22:24In this episode of Her Leading Story, Julie discusses the emotional highs and lows associated with job searching. She shares personal anecdotes and client stories to help listeners manage the mental and emotional stress that comes with uncertainty, rejection, and the job application process. Specifically, she discusses these strategies: 1- reframin…
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34. Resume In a Day: The Power of a Well-Crafted Resume
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13:56In this episode of Her Leading Story, host Julie Artis shares exciting news about her new offer, Resume in a Day. This Black Friday intensive is designed to help women elevate their careers by transforming their resumes into compelling, job-winning documents in just two hours. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The three key elements every standout…
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33. Handling the “Dreaded Work Question” at Holiday Gatherings
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9:04In this holiday special episode, Julie helps you navigate the question you’re sure to get at holiday parties and meals: “So…. how’s work going?” For those in a career transition or struggling with their current job, this simple question may make you feel anxious or stressed (Perhaps you want to go hide in the coat closet?) Julie shares three ways y…
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32. When A Great Resume Doesn’t Matter and What to do About It
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17:04In this solo episode of Her Leading Story, Julie explains her work with clients to draft, revise, and create resumes. Although clients almost always want to start with resume revisions, Julie strongly encourages both clients and listeners to pause and be sure they know what they want first. This episode unpacks the importance of CLARITY in your car…
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31. Insights from a Career of Asking Good Questions with Kristen Miller
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46:58In this week’s episode of Her Leading Story, Julie interviews fellow sociologist Dr. Kristen Miller. Kristen served as the Director of the Center for Question Design and Evaluation Research at the National Center for Health Statistics, part of the CDC. Her career focuses on the design of survey questions and the integration of qualitative research …
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30. The Mindset Shifts that Help my Clients Land a Job in Any Market
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16:27In this solo episode, Julie discusses three mindset shifts needed to successfully navigate a job search, no matter what kind of labor market trends are at play. As a sociologist, Julie shares the distinction between macro labor market trends and individual job search actions. Yes, there is seasonality in the labor market, but that shouldn’t determi…
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29. How to Build a Career in Academia that Works for You
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57:42In this episode of Her Leading Story, Julie sits down with long-time friend and fellow sociologist Dr. Karen Spencer. Karen shares her journey from a traditional academic role (as a university tenure-track professor) to eight years in a 100% research focused role at a grant-funded research institute… and then back to a tenured faculty position. Fro…
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28. Building Authentic Relationships to Boost Your Career
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19:32In this solo episode, Her Leading Story host Julie Artis explores a key factor in career growth: networking. With her experience coaching clients and interviewing successful leaders, Julie uncovers one constant across the board—building relationships is essential for long-term success. But how can introverts, who often find networking exhausting, e…
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27. Lessons in Leadership, Service, and Global Impact
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48:57In this episode of Her Leading Story, Julie Artis interviews Dr. Cora Neumann, Chief Community Health Officer for the Native American Development Corporation and current candidate for Montana State Senate. With a career spanning public health, international diplomacy, and political activism, Cora shares how she navigated the challenges of balancing…
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26. Career Pivots: How to talk about it when you’re in the messy middle
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46:38Guest: Bree Luck, Founder of Awkward Sage Media and podcast producer. In this episode, Julie Artis and Bree Luck discuss how career comparison can lead to feelings of self-doubt and uncertainty. They discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by career transitions, or by following an unconventional career path. They also share practical str…
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25. How to Thrive During Times of Transition and Change
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39:04Change, whether anticipated or unexpected, is an inevitable part of our lives and careers. Yes, it can be a source of anxiety or uncertainty… but change also presents opportunities for growth. In this episode of Her Leading Story, I share an episode from Back Pocket Coach, where I spoke with Vicki Abelson about the power of embracing change and nav…
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24: Revising your “Retro” Resume: Expert Tips for Mid-Career Women
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17:15In this solo episode, Julie addresses the ways resumes have changed over the years, how to tailor your resume to the specific job you seek, and how a career coach can support you as you refresh your resume. Key Takeaways How Resumes Have Changed: Learn how resumes have changed due to technology, expectations, and the current emphasis on highlightin…
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23. Tools for Growth: Figuring Out What You Want (Replay)
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15:14This week, we're revisiting an earlier solo episode of Her Leading Story. I'll be digging a little deeper into some journaling and reflection exercises that will help you tune into yourself, to point the way to your next best career move. In this episode, I discuss: How many of us are socialized to achieve and "climb the ladder"... but how we can e…
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22: Building a Better World through Financial Activism
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44:20In this episode, Julie interviews Amy Kaufman, founder of Studio Watershed. Amy shares her unique career path - from majoring in art, to working in Homeland Security, to founding Studio Watershed, a consulting firm that plays a pivotal role in scaling nonprofits and driving social change through strategic financial planning. In this episode we disc…
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21: Stuck in a Career Rut? How to Open Yourself to New Opportunities
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28:01Join Julie Artis on this solo episode of Her Leading Story as she shares insights about her work with clients - and her own career. If you feel stuck in your current role or unsure how to create the career you want, this episode is for you! You'll walk away inspired and ready to open yourself up to new opportunities. Key Takeaways The importance of…
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20: Navigating Big Career Shifts: Lessons from a Recruiter
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1:00:48With Amanda Mayeux This week, Julie interviews Amanda Mayeux, an executive recruiter in the tech industry. They discuss the evolution of Amanda’s career, especially how she moved from textiles, apparel, and merchandising into recruiting. Amanda also shares what it’s like to work as a recruiter and how she’s navigated working at a large tech organiz…
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Today I got to speak with two-time Emmy winning producer Sasheen Artis, who is the Founder/CEO of Plenty of Pie, a talent incubator and production accelerator offering leadership development, practical producers skills training, and mentorship to emerging and mid-career creatives of color. Sasheen has worked with such newsmakers as President Barack…
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In this solo episode, Julie shares tips for preparing for your next negotiation. She discusses how women, because of their socialization, may actually have an edge in negotiation. Julie also discusses strategies for building confidence, conducting research to strengthen your position, and how simple, neuroscience-based tools can calm and center you…
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18: Live Coaching Session! Getting Promoted, Managing Time, and Setting Priorities
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46:35In this episode, Julie coaches a client navigating a *double* promotion within her company. We discuss her new role, its focus on company growth, how to set goals for herself and the team, and how to prioritize. Listen in on this behind-the-scenes peek into an actual coaching call, and take away tips to effectively manage your time - in life and at…
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17: How to Make the Most of Career Transitions
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55:45With special guest: Susan Dennehy Julie interviews Susan Dennehy, an operations and finance leader in higher education administration at Northwestern University. Susan has over 20 years experience in higher education in a variety of positions. Currently, she specializes in process development & improvement, change management, Human Resources, and m…
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16. Navigating Career Transitions: How to take action when you’re scared
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23:07In this solo episode, Julie delves into the topic of fear and change - and how fear can keep us stuck in a cycle of inaction and over-thinking. She discusses various tools she uses with her clients to navigate the fear that inevitably emerges when we step outside of our comfort zone. Drawing from her own experience, she shares how incremental steps…
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15. Finding purpose through service: One teacher’s unusual path to leadership with Christy Ford
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48:13In this episode, Julie interviews Christy Ford, a high school teacher at Boyd County High School in Eastern Kentucky. Christy discusses her journey from a college writing professor to high school AP English teacher to a JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates) specialist. As the JAG specialist in her high school, Christy supports students as they overcom…
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EP 235: GenXX Initiative with Maria Burton, Monique Sorgen, Nandi Bowe and Susan Dynner
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51:55Today I got to speak with the group of accomplished female directors behind the initiative called GenXX: Maria Burton, Susan Dynner, Monique Sorgen, Nandi Bowe. Maria and Monique have been on this podcast before, episodes 14 and 131, respectively, which you can still find on the website, here: Ep 14 Maria Burton and here: EP 131 Monique Sorgen. All…
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14: Stepping into Leadership: How and when to find a great coach
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18:42In this solo episode, host Julie Artis discusses how - and when - to consider career and leadership coaching. She discusses her own coaching experiences, the difference between coaching and therapy, and provides guidance on navigating career challenges. Key Points Discussed: Understanding When It’s Time to Look for a Coach: Women seek career coachi…
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13: How to embrace midlife changes at work, at home, and beyond
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39:06In this special episode of "Her Leading Story," host Julie Artis shares an engaging conversation from her appearance on the "Pause to Go" podcast. Joined by Bree Luck, they delve into a range of topics relevant to women in midlife, including overcoming the fear of change, the power of mindset, and strategies for managing anxiety. Julie’s Links: Jul…
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12: Live Coaching Session! What You Need To Know To Navigate The Transition To Leadership
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44:53In this episode of Her Leading Story, host Julie Artis takes you behind-the-scenes on a coaching call with one of her clients who is starting a new job - and will be managing people for the very first time. The conversation revolves around building confidence, understanding team dynamics, and preparing for success beginning on the first day. Julie …
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11: Creating Self-trust and Following your Passion with Elizabeth Duvivier
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50:43Julie Artis welcomes Elizabeth Duvivier, founder of Squam Art Workshops. They discuss the founding of Squam, how it has evolved, and how Elizabeth - somewhat surprisingly - found herself leading creative retreats and a large community of like-minded souls. In this interview, you’ll hear about: The origins of Squam Art Workshops, a creative retreat …
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Empower and Lead: Unveiling the New Chapter of Her Leading Story
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2:19Get ready to be inspired and empowered by the next season of 'Her Leading Story,' hosted by Julie Artis. In 2024, we delve deeper into the lives of extraordinary women leaders, from creative visionaires to courageous public servants. Each episode showcases struggles, triumphs, and lessons that redefine leadership. Plus, get ready for an exciting ne…
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I caught up with Emily Best, the founder and CEO of Seed&Spark and also Film Forward, which is an experiential learning platform designed to activate the full potential of today's dynamic and diverse workforce by replacing boring corporate training videos with a cinematic learning experience built around award-winning short films from around the wo…
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Catch a Break podcast EP 401 - Project Greenlight edition
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1:13:10Introducing Catch a Break podcast - Project Greenlight edition. Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rlN3HPJuJTHBlt7zs70Xj?si=439b9a184fbe4fa5 or here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catch-a-break-podcast/id1457637810By Julie Harris Oliver
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Introducing Catch a Break - Project Greenlight season 4
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0:31The new season of Catch a Break - Project Greenlight version drops July 13th! Go subscribe to Catch a Break to not miss an episode. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catch-a-break-podcast/id1457637810 https://open.spotify.com/show/2rlN3HPJuJTHBlt7zs70Xj?si=439b9a184fbe4fa5By Julie Harris Oliver
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Today on this podcast we have the good fortune to speak with Blake Mitchell. Blake Mitchell (they/them) began their career in film production in Los Angeles, working for the VP of Production at Participant Media. After leaving LA, they worked at Google over 8 years where they managed teams in diversity & inclusion, learning & development and recrui…
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Today on this podcast we are diving into disability and accessibility and how to invite and manage people and their needs on set. This feels like one of the less often discussed pillars in the work of diversity , equity, inclusion and accessibility, and I’m really happy we have Kiah Amara on the show today to help us start thinking about it and pla…
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You can find me and my consulting work at Julieharrisoliver.com and you can find the podcast website at Theotherfiftypercent.com. OR, you can find links to everything I’m doing at linktr.ee/julieharrisoliver. The newest thing I have for you is that I’ve added a link for the books that people keep bringing up on the show. That way, you don’t have to…
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Today on the podcast I sat with Becky Morrison. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because she was originally on episode 187 of this show. So, go back to that episode to revisit her origin story, because today we’re going to jump right in to the meat of the work. Becky Morrison is an award-winning film and TV producer and an advocate for production…
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Today we are doing a deep dive into studio pipeline programs with Karen Horne. Karen Horne is a senior executive with over 20 years of experience within the entertainment industry. She has been recognized as a Diversity and Inclusion pioneer and pipeline builder. Karen is Senior Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, North America at Warner…
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We are continuing our conversation about inclusion, equity and diversity with Bree Frank, founder of Hue You Know. As an accomplished Television Executive, and advocate for people of color in media, Bree is passionate about creating opportunities for professionals of all backgrounds. With over 20+ years of professional production experience, she ha…
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Today I sat down with MyKhanh Shelton, a brilliant DEI practitioner and Attorney. With more than 20 years of experience as a legal and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) advisor in the media and entertainment industry, MyKhanh Shelton has deep expertise in identifying, evaluating and mitigating legal risks and a proven track record of designing …
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We are continuing our series of talking with experts who work in various aspects of diversity, equity and inclusion across industries and in entertainment specifically. Today I sat down with Dr. Meghan Burke. We talked about how white people can approach this work without getting hung up on feelings of shame and guilt and centering ourselves. None …
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Let's talk about trauma and production. How does the stress affect you over time? Stress affects all people, but it isn't evenly distributed across all people. And what happens when it accumulates without being addressed? (I have a story that was not my finest moment.) Dr. Thelemaque helps us to unpack it and gives us some strategies to cope. Dr. T…
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10: Intuition and Career Choices with Rosanne McTyre
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40:08In this episode of Her Leading Story, I interview Rosanne, McTyre, PhD about her “zig-zag” career in epidemiology. Rosanne currently owns her own business that combines her skills in science and communication with her vast network of scientists and doctors. Her path to entrepreneurship was filled with different experiences and opportunities in acad…
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Today we are kicking off our series of talking with experts who work in various aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion across industries and in the entertainment industry specifically. First up is Dr. Kira Banks. DEI work is "so hard" in entertainment and it's also "not hard at all." What's the deal? And why is it so hard for an industry who s…
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In this solo episode of Her Leading Story, I talk very personally about emotions at work, and specifically my own experience with anxiety and how I’ve been coping with these feelings. What I talk about….. The “Sunday Scaries” and how to prevent them How we should be talking more about our emotions and especially so at work I put on my “sociologist …
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It has been awhile since I dug into this podcast, and it's been never since I did a solo episode talking about myself. A lot has happened over the last few years that I want to share with you. Then, I'm rebooting and launching another series of episodes, this time mostly focused on diversity, equity and inclusion work. Come along for the ride.…
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08: Unconditional Self Worth with Dr. Adia Gooden
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43:51In this episode of Her Leading Story, I interview Dr. Adia Gooden about her journey from grad school in psychology to owning her own coaching and speaking business, and her passion for supporting women to believe in their unconditional worth. What we talk about….. Adia’s experience in her PhD program, and how the goals she set for herself led to a …
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In this solo episode of Her Leading Story, I talk about the ways I'm learning to coach the unconscious mind - and tools that I give my clients so that they can practice self-directed neuro-plasticity if they want to make a change. What I talk about….. How awareness and clarity are KEY, but not always enough to motivate us into action! Human emotion…
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06: Building High Performing Teams with Laura Spining
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43:40In this episode of Her Leading Story, I interview my cousin, Laura Spining, about her career that starts in the office of then Senator Al Gore and includes working on the 1992 Presidential campaign, at a telecommunications trade association, and in the private sector. After taking a couple years off when her kids were little, she joined the Departm…
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In this solo episode of Her Leading Story, I share more about my own career path, and especially how I have attempted to move into positions that play to my strengths AND light me up. What I talk about….. How I felt socialized to “climb the ladder”…. And then realized along the way that I didn’t really know what I wanted or enjoyed doing. The “deca…
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