Emily is a Toddler Teacher at New Horizon Academy. A big part of Emily's job is problem solving, and forging cooperation. With so many different personalities all growing together, there are a ton of soft skills needed to be successful in this career.
Kathryn Beck, a professional scientist, is making a career change to become a science teacher. With her background and experience, she brings a unique perspective to the classroom and aims to inspire the next generation of scientists.
Mary from Qahwa Coffee Bar in Memphis talks about just how important that cup of coffee can be in the morning.
Leslie is a bus driver for Moorhead Area Public Schools. Listen to Leslie describe what makes her a positive contributor to her school system and the changes she’s experienced in bus driving over the years.
Kenny Raines is an Engineer at Lacroix Optical. There are so many different career paths for people with an education in Engineering. Watch Kenny describe what makes this field so exciting.
Rickey discovered a new calling after a fire destroyed his church. Rickey helped the rebuilding effort by training to be a stained glass artist. Almost 20 years later, Turner Glass & Art is running strong! Watch his amazing story.
Yhuliana Manuel is Comptroller for West Knox Utility District. Yhuliana started as a customer service representative and worked her way up to her current position. She talks about the benefits and stability of working in the utility industry, and how their company is continuously growing and providing better services through technology and better processes.
Robin Johnson, owner of High Road Heating & Cooling, discusses her journey from interior design to owning a heating and cooling business. She talks about the challenges of starting a business during a recession and adapting to the pandemic's impact on inventory and turnaround times. Johnson also emphasizes the opportunities and benefits of pursuing a career in the trades and advises business owners to seek out help for services they cannot do themselves.
Miracle Mac is a welder at Wirecrafters, where she fuses metal to create equipment and machinery cages. Watch her talk about her tools and daily routine, and the importance of asking for help when needed. She also stresses the significance of benefits and fair compensation for her work.
Marvin builds powder coating ovens and booths. He shares about his daily routine, the tools he uses, and his relationship with his supervisor. He also talks about his experience being incarcerated and the importance of taking advantage of education programs. Marvin recently graduated and encourages everyone to keep pushing towards their goals.
