Starting Out: The Career Path Podcast

This week, Bradley Rice describes his career in Salesforce that led him to retire early at 31 and help others start their careers in Salesforce. He shares insights about his company Talent Stacker where you can go to launch a career in Salesforce.

Main Points:

1. Bradley details his first job in Salesforce. (08:11)
2. Bradley explains how he launched his own Salesforce practice. (15:33)
3. Bradley describes Talent Stacker and how they help people launch Salesforce careers. (33:09) 

Bio: Bradley has worked in the Tech Ecosystem for over 10 years and became one of the highest-paid Tech Professionals in the world making $225,000 working just 20 hours per week. Although this incredible career positioned him to retire at 31 years old, he was determined that he wasn't done with his professional career and started Talent Stacker as a service to put others on the same path that led him to Financial Independence. He has now helped over 20,000 individuals start their tech careers with no degree, no tech background with a starting salary of over $70,000 in an average of 4.3 months.  

Links: 

Contact Bradley on LinkedIn

Learn more about Talent Stacker, Salesforce For Everyone, and the 5 Day Challenge

Follow Bradley on YouTube

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This week Glenn Robinson explains how his job as a news broadcaster led him to cover a story that would change his career completely. Glenn shares his experience in hospital management and details the vast amount of employment opportunities available now in healthcare.

Main Points:

1. Glenn details the launch of his career as a news broadcaster and reporter. (02:57)
2. Glenn explains how a news story led him to a career in hospital management. (12:48)
3. Glenn describes the importance of graduate programs in healthcare management. (31:30) 

Bio: Glenn Robinson served as President of the Waco, Texas Region of Baylor Scott & White Health from 2007 to 2020. Upon his retirement from the role as President in 2020, Glenn launched Pacer Consultants, LLC specializing in leadership coaching and healthcare consulting. Currently, Glenn works as a consultant with Baker-Tilly, a Top-10 International Financial and Accounting advisory firm serving on their Healthcare and Life Sciences team. In addition, he serves as an Executive Coach for a number of leaders and organizations across the country. Also, in 2020, Glenn and his son Jacob launched a weekly father-son podcast called Chasing What Matters that focuses on leadership and faith.

Links: 

Contact Glenn at https://pacerhcc.com/contact-us/

Learn about Chasing What Matters at https://www.cwmpodcast.com/

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This week, Braxton Hicks will talk to us about hunting in Texas and why he loves his job. Braxton Hicks is a Field Operations Coordinator for the Texas Youth Hunting Program. He has had unique opportunities across various industries, school studies, and life experiences that have brought him to where he is today.

Main Points:

1. Braxton describes the importance of hunting for the ecosystem. (12:45)
2. Braxton explains his role and how he helps educate young hunters. (23:06)
3. Braxton details the impact the TYHP is having on young hunters. (37:24) 

Bio: Braxton Hicks is a Field Operations Coordinator for the Texas Youth Hunting Program. He studied Renewable Natural Resources with a Minor in Forestry and Range Management at Texas A&M University. 

Links: 

Contact Braxton at [email protected]

Learn more about the Texas Youth Hunting Program at https://tyhp.org/

Follow the Texas Youth Hunting Program on Instagram: @texasyouthhuntingprogram 

Learn more about the Texas Wildlife Association at texas-wildlife.org

Follow the Texas Wildlife Association on Instagram: @texaswildlifeassociation 

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This week we continue to walk through Kynnzie and Harrison’s individual career paths and how their relationship has played into their career decisions and day-to-day work. Kynnzie describes her entry into the real estate industry as Harrison details his passion for architecture and homebuilding. Today we’ll dive into work, love, and where the two collide. This is part 2 of the series.

Main Points:

1. Harrison describes his first job in commercial architecture. (01:05)
2. Kynnzie explains her job progression through a startup apartment locator. (8:24)
3. Kynnzie and Harrison describe what it is like to be young, married, and working. (22:00) 
4. Harrison shares how we came to own and manage the architecture and homebuilding firm he was working for. (34:20)
5. Kynnzie walks through her experience as a real estate agent. (39:45)
6. Kynnzie and Harrison explain what it is like to work together. (45:34)
7. Kynnzie and Harrison share their advice for couples thinking of working together professionally. (53:44)

Bio: Kynnzie South is a Real Estate Agent and Interior Designer in Dallas, TX. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in business management. Harrison South is the Principle of Bauhaus Modern Homes & Moar Design, an architecture, and homebuilding firm in Dallas, TX. He also graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's and a master's degree in architecture. Kynnzie and Harrison met in college and have been married for 5 years. 

Links: 

Contact Kynnzie South at [email protected]

Contact Harrison South at [email protected]

Learn more about Bauhaus at www.bauhaus.co

Follow Bauhaus at @Bauhausmodernhomes

Follow Kynnzie’s real estate and design work at @Spacebysouth

Learn more about Starting Out at www.squirework.com 

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This week we walk through Kynnzie and Harrison’s individual career paths and how their relationship has played into their career decisions and day-to-day work. Kynnzie describes her entry into the real estate industry as Harrison details his passion for architecture and homebuilding. Today we’ll dive into work, love, and where the two collide. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.

Main Points:

1. Kynnzie details her study abroad trip in Australia and the impact it had on her career path. (06:00)
2. Harrison explains his passion for architecture and the intensity of architecture degree programs. (12:59)
3. Kynnzie and Harrison describe how they met and the impact their relationship had on their early careers. (23:00) 
4. Kynnzie and Harrison share their career and relationship advice for students in serious relationships. (31:49)

Bio: Kynnzie South is a Real Estate Agent and Interior Designer in Dallas, TX. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in business management. Harrison South is the Principle of Bauhaus Modern Homes & Moar Design, an architecture, and homebuilding firm in Dallas, TX. He also graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's and a master's degree in architecture. Kynnzie and Harrison met in college and have been married for 5 years. 

Links: 

Contact Kynnzie South at [email protected]

Contact Harrison South at [email protected]

Learn more about Bauhaus at www.bauhaus.co

Follow Bauhaus at @Bauhausmodernhomes

Follow Kynnzie’s real estate and design work at @Spacebysouth

Learn more about Starting Out at www.squirework.com 

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This week, John Claybrook explains how important purpose is when it comes to entrepreneurship. John describes his journey into entrepreneurship as he started an apartment valet trash service, and how he ultimately sold it and began Bronco Ventures to buy and sell blue-collar Texas businesses.

Main Points:

1. John details how student organizations guided him further towards entrepreneurship. (05:26)
2. John describes his first business, Value Waste Services. (12:45)
3. John explains what it takes to be an entrepreneur. (38:32) 

Bio: John Claybrook is a partner at Bronco Ventures. John founded Value Waste Services in 2017. He served as CEO until the company was sold to its largest national competitor, Valet Living, resulting in a significant return for investors in three years. He holds a degree in finance from Texas A&M University, where he also served as the student body president. 

Links: 

Contact John at [email protected]

Connect with John Claybrook on LinkedIn

Learn more about Bronco Ventures at https://bronco.ventures/

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This week Aaron Crumpacker describes his journey from a hospitality tech salesman to a mortgage loan officer. He describes the importance of training in your first job and explains in detail the responsibilities and activities of a mortgage loan officer. 

Main Points:

1. Aaron details his first job in the hospitality industry. (00:00)
2. Aaron explains why he moved into home lending. (00:00)
3. Aaron describes what a day in the life looks like for a home lender. (00:00) 

Bio: Aaron Crumpacker is a mortgage loan officer in Dallas, Texas. He studied Recreation, Parks & tourism at Texas A&M University and launch his career in sales in the hospitality industry. After buying his first home, he became interested in a career in the home lending industry. 

Links: 

Contact Aaron Crumpacker at 512-633-3566 or [email protected]

Learn more at Aaroncrumpacker.com

Follow Aaron on Instagram or Linkedin. 

Book a Free Career Coaching Session here.

Learn more about Starting Out at www.squirework.com 

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1. Will details the intangible skills he learned working at a bar while in school. (05:50)
2. Will explains who should consider a career in technology consulting. (22:49)
3. Will describes the work he does in Salesforce through his company, Counter Code. (31:18) 

Bio: Will Saunders studied Communication and Marketing at Texas A&M University. He launched his career working for a retail power company and transitioned from there into technology consulting where he spent the majority of his career. Will was first introduced to Salesforce while working at a boutique consulting firm. After several years working in the Salesforce ecosystem, Will used his experience to launch, Counter Code, which helps students and professionals learn, build experience, and launch careers in Salesforce.

This week Chris Glanzman describes his pivot from aerospace engineering into a career in marketing. He breaks down important aspects of marketing and provides clear advice for those interested in pursuing a marketing profession. 

Main Points:

1. Chris shares advice for anyone in a major or field with limited job opportunities. (04:30)
2. Chris explains how he built up his marketing skills through his personal connections and online learning. (13:37)
3. Chris describes the biggest lessons he has learned through his long career in marketing. (20:55) 

Bio: Chris Glanzman studied aerospace engineering at Texas A&M University with an emphasis in jet propulsion. Chris began his career in technical sales and progressed into various marketing positions throughout his career. Chris pursued an MBA from Rice University.

Links: 

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn

Reach out to Chris at [email protected] 

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This week Sarah Roberts explores the differences between the marketing concepts she has learned in school and what she has learned working at a marketing agency. Sarah is an MS of Marketing student at Texas A&M University as well as a Marketing Associate at ADV Marketing. She shares her unique perspective on applying what she is learning in school to her current work in marketing. 

Main Points:

1. Sarah explains what it is like to work while in school. (02:46)
2. Sarah describes what classes directly applied to her current experience in marketing. (27:09)
3. Sarah details the marketing skills that she did not learn in school that she has to have for her role. (31:43) 

Bio: Sarah Roberts is an MS of Marketing student at Texas A&M University and a Marketing Associate at ADV Marketing. She graduated with a BBA in Marketing from Texas A&M in 2021 with a concentration in Advertising Strategy and a minor in English. In her current role at ADV Marketing, she writes, designs, and analyzes integrated promotional campaigns for small businesses, primarily in the energy industry. Along with her studies and work, Sarah is a co-host of the Marketing Matters podcast, produced by ADV Marketing.

Links: 

Contact Sarah at [email protected]

Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn

Learn more about ADV Marketing

Follow ADV Marketing on Instagram at @theadvmarketing

Listen to Marketing Matters 

Book a Free Career Coaching Session here.

Learn more about Starting Out at www.squirework.com 

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