Career Compass

Students and emerging professionals face many difficult situations and must overcome challenges both at home and in the workplace. In this episode, co-hosts Vernon Williams and Ledia Dobi take you on an inspiring journey with guest Sam Demma, who suffered three career-ending sports injuries before pivoting to become an amazing entrepreneur and keynote speaker. Sam discusses how to overcome adversity, negative self-beliefs and the power of positive decision-making to help students succeed personally and professionally.Follow/subscribe to Career Compass however you listen to podcasts. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Hear more podcasts from SHRM.shrm.org | Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram

Technology's ability to connect everyone regardless of location is prompting both employees and companies to approach work from a more global perspective. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Erica Young and Kristy Parola speak with Cheyenne Tabb, a senior analyst at PepsiCo, about her experience working in talent management for a globally recognized brand. Cheyenne discusses the opportunities and challenges associated with global talent management, including recruitment, selection, training and development, as well as retaining top employees.EARN SHRM RECERTIFICATION PDCs FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODEListening to this episode qualifies for 0.50 PDC toward SHRM recertification. All you have to do is listen to the episode to claim your credit: All relevant details, including the Activity ID, are provided during the podcast episode.Follow Career Compass wherever you listen to your podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM online and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

Interviewing skills are a critical piece in landing any job opportunity, so learn how to set yourself apart. In this episode of Career Compass, hosts Erica Young and Kristy Parola are joined by special guest Jerrin Strayhorn, Manager of Talent Acquisition & Campus Relations at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to discuss how students and emerging professionals can ace the next job interview. You'll receive insights on interviewing both in-person and virtually, as well as tips on how to study and prepare for the next interview on your calendar.EARN SHRM RECERTIFICATION PDCs FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODEListening to this episode qualifies for 1.00 PDC toward SHRM recertification. All you have to do is listen to the episode to claim your credit: All relevant details, including the Activity ID, are provided during the podcast episode.Follow Career Compass wherever you listen to your podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM online and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

The distinction between home and work life continue to intersect due to a myriad of societal factors. Employees are bringing their whole selves to the workplace and asking companies a to meet many of their needs. In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass, join hosts Vernon Williams and Erica Young, alongside special guest Jes Osrow, the co-founder and DEI specialist at The Rise Journey and Head of Learning and Organizational Development at Quartet Health as they discuss why, “Now More Than Ever”, HR is playing a vital role in developing a people centered strategy that leads to organizational success.EARN SHRM RECERTIFICATION PDCs FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODEListening to this episode qualifies for 1.00 PDC toward SHRM recertification. All you have to do is listen to the episode to claim your credit: All relevant details, including the Activity ID, are provided during the podcast episode.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM online and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

The average student loan debt in the U.S. exceeds $30,000 and can take years to repay. In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass, join hosts Vernon Williams and Kristy Parola in a discussion with Aaron Smith, the co-founder of Savi, an organization committed to “tackling the student debt crisis.” In this informative episode, listeners will learn how and why student loan debt occurs, tactics to minimize the amount of student loan debt, and various repayment methods, including loan forgiveness programs. EARN SHRM RECERTIFICATION PDCs FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODEListening to this episode qualifies for 0.75  PDC toward SHRM recertification. All you have to do is listen to the episode to claim your credit: All relevant details, including the Activity ID, are provided during the podcast episode.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM online and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

We all want to earn and save more money, but studies indicate only 57 percent of U.S. adults are financially literate. In this episode, get on the pathway to financial enlightenment with hosts Kevin Abbed and Kristy Parola, who are joined by special guests Hassan Thomas and Remy Green, the creators of the financial literacy brand and podcast FYI FLI, (For Your Information: Financial Literacy and Investing). This information-packed episode provides listeners with actionable financial advice, defines key financial terminology and addresses tough questions faced by emerging professionals, such as whether to rent or buy homes and how to start saving for retirement.Listen to FYI FLI on your preferred podcast platform.Subscribe to Career Compass on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM online and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

Success in any organization depends on successfully managing relationships in all directions, not just with supervisors. In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass podcast, hosts Vernon Williams and Kevin Abbed are joined by special guest Kaithlyn Kayer, SHRM-CP, a senior consultant at Evans Consulting, to discuss effective communication with managers, peers and stakeholders at every level. During this episode, listeners will learn about the differing communication needs based on position, navigating competing priorities and gaining support from fellow colleagues.Subscribe to Career Compass  on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM online and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

The idea of being your own boss is very attractive and with 62% of U.S. billionaires being self-made, why not give it a shot? In this episode of SHRM's Career Compass podcast, hosts Erica Young and Kevin Abbed are joined by special guests Emily Arnold, Associate Consultant at Franklin Advisory and Kendra Ward, Co-Founder and COO of unboXt, Inc. as they discuss the rewards and challenges of starting your own company.  Listeners will be captivated by Emily and Kendra’s personal accounts and receive tips on how to launch a business.Subscribe to Career Compass  on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM.  And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

In today’s fast-paced, technological society, your personal brand could be the difference between getting the job and earning a promotion or missing an important opportunity. In this two episode series on the power of personal branding at work, co-hosts Erica Young and Kevin Abbed are joined by SHRM Director of Brand Communication, Chris Kenny. They explore how personal branding impacts success in the workplace and you'll hear Chris provide guidance on how to effectively differentiate yourself professionally and standout in the workforce. EARN SHRM RECERTIFICATION PDCs FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODEThis episode is Part 1 of a two-part series on the power of personal branding at work, and listening to both episodes qualifies for 1 PDC toward SHRM recertification. All you have to do is listen to both episodes to claim your credit: All relevant details, including the Activity ID, are provided during this pair of episodes.Subscribe to Career Compass  on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM. And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

In Part 2 of this two episode series on the power of personal branding at work, co-hosts Erica Young and Kevin Abbed continue their conversation with SHRM Director of Brand Communication, Chris Kenny on how developing your personal brand can help you advance in your career.EARN SHRM RECERTIFICATION PDCs FOR LISTENING TO THIS EPISODEThis episode is Part 2 of a two-part series on the power of personal branding at work, and listening to both episodes qualifies for 1 PDC toward SHRM recertification. All you have to do is listen to both episodes to claim your credit: All relevant details, including the Activity ID, are provided during this pair of episodes.Subscribe to Career Compass  on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Check out SHRM.org/podcasts to listen to all of our episodes and also hear more podcasts from SHRM. And, be sure to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your podcatcher of choice.Keep up with SHRM by visiting the website and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.