Career Sessions, Career Lessons
Each of us has a unique career story to tell. For the lucky few, their career trajectories are like rockets heading for the stars, with no turning back. More typically, our career paths are more like a game of Chutes and Ladders, with advances and setbacks along the way. On this podcast, guests from a range of industries and backgrounds share their career journeys and the lessons they've learned. Hear from C-level executives, leading academics, entrepreneurs, mid-level leaders, ex-military members, leadership coaches and other career experts, non-profit workers, and gig economy participants. Each guest shares their unique story and career insights to inform and inspire your own path. Career Sessions is part of PathWise.io. Whether you’re just a few years out of school or well into your professional life, PathWise helps you live the career you deserve. PathWise provides comprehensive career and professional development coaching, content, courses, and community, backed by a group of leading coaches and career management experts. Career Sessions’ host, James (J.R.) Lowry, has had multiple careers of his own and learned countless lessons along the way. A Duke engineer by background, he spent the early part of his career as an officer in the US Air Force . From there, J.R. earned an MBA from Harvard Business School to accelerate his transition into the private sector. Following grad school, he spent over a decade with the consulting firm, McKinsey and Company, working with clients across a range of industries and business situations. He then made a second career shift into financial services, spending time at Fidelity Investments and State Street Bank. Most recently, he joined Janus Henderson Investments as their Chief Operating Officer. Multiple leadership development programs honed his skills, advanced his career, and fueled his desire to help others with their professions. He hosts this podcast in a personal capacity, and any views expressed are his own and not those of his current or any former employer.
Latest episodes
Apr 15, 2024 • 47min
Building A Performance Textile Company, With Seth Casden
Leadership is more than simply inspiring people to perform at their best. It is also an opportunity to provide a safe space where everyone can showcase their authentic selves. In this episode, Seth Casden shares how striking a balance between these two priorities helped him build the performance textile company Hologenix. He joins J.R. Lowry to talk about their flagship product that converts body heat into infrared energy. Seth also explores his servant leadership approach, the secrets to their B2B success, and how he guides his team in taking care of both their personal and professional lives.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcast/seth-casdenBecome a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now
Apr 8, 2024 • 51min
From Broadway Producer To Creative Agency Owner, With Tyler Mount
Authenticity is the heartbeat of successful marketing – embrace who you are, not who you think you should be. In this episode, we have Tyler Mount, the Founder and CEO of Henry Street Creative, to share the glitz and glamour of Broadway to the forefront of the digital marketing landscape. Learn the power of an authentic voice, the art of effective leadership, building viral sensations, and more. Tune in now! Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcast/tyler-mountBecome a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now
Apr 1, 2024 • 52min
Speaking Truth To Power With Megan Reitz
How can you speak confidently and navigate difficult conversations in your organization? How does power dynamics affect communication? In this episode, Megan Reitz, the author of Speak Out, Listen Up, talks about how perceptions of power enable and silence others. She also breaks down the TRUTH Framework that affects whether we speak or listen. Delve into the subtle influences that prevent us from voicing our most innovative ideas. Join Megan Reitz in this valuable conversation today.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcast/megan-reitzBecome a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now
Mar 25, 2024 • 45min
Exponential Growth And A Turnaround Or Two In B2C And B2B E-Commerce, With Eric Eichmann
Those who want to succeed in building their own business must learn what it takes to grow on a constant basis, not just in terms of money but in team management as well. J.R. Lowry sits down with Eric Eichmann, CEO of ESW, to share his most valuable secrets to achieving exponential growth. Tune in as he looks back on his career journey, presenting the biggest lessons about business transition, workplace culture, and leadership approaches. Eric also opens up about his realizations during his time at AOL and his first CEO role at Criteo. Check out the full series of "Career Sessions, Career Lessons" podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/eric-eichmann
Mar 18, 2024 • 46min
How Those High Achievers Do It, With Ruth Gotian
What is a high achiever’s secret to success? In this episode, Ruth Gotian, the Chief Learning Officer at Weill Cornell Medicine, identifies the four threads of success that high achievers have to succeed. She also touches on The Success Factor: Developing the Mindset and Skillset for Peak Business Performance. She explains how the Passion Audit can help you to reduce burnout. Develop the mindset and skillset high achievers have to reach their peak business performance. Join Ruth Gotian now! Check out the full series of "Career Sessions, Career Lessons" podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at Pathwise.io/podcast/ruth-gotianBecome a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
Mar 11, 2024 • 48min
At The Center Of The High-Tech Landscape, With Saf Yeboah-Amankwah
At the heart of the high-tech landscape sits Intel Corporation, a company that’s shaping the future of technology. Its senior vice president and chief strategy officer joins us in this episode. Saf Yeboah-Amankwah talks about their massive transformation to catch up and be a leading capacity in the industry and the four areas they look at investing in. He also shares how they create that culture of innovation that’s important in tech. Saf then delves into AI and how it unfolds in our world today. Join Saf Yeboah-Amankwah and see how Intel changes the future.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcast/saf-yeboah-amankwah
Mar 4, 2024 • 49min
How to Get Along With Anyone, With Amy Gallo
Getting along with everyone in the workplace is certainly a challenging endeavor. No matter how hard you try, you will always encounter people who are quite difficult to work with. Sharing practical approaches to address this issue with J.R. Lowry is workplace expert and best-selling author Amy Gallo. Together, they discuss how to improve your working dynamics with the so-called ‘difficult people’ in your job, allowing you to do perform better without simply resorting to quitting. Amy also talks about the importance of prioritizing yourself while at work and the biggest hurdles every woman has to get through in the corporate world – even today. Check out the full series of "Career Sessions, Career Lessons" podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at How to Get Along With Anyone, With Amy Gallo (pathwise.io)Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
Feb 26, 2024 • 48min
The Six Disciplines Of Strategic Thinking With Michael Watkins
There are The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking that business leaders should master. Strategic thinking empowers individuals to become successful in business and life. In this episode, Michael Watkins, the Professor of Leadership and Organizational Change at IMD in Switzerland and the founder of Genesis Advisers, outlines the core disciplines leaders should master for effective strategic thinking. He also touches on his seminal book, The First 90 Days, where he talks about the challenges of taking a new role and navigating through organizational transitions and change. Michael also shares his insights about Artificial Intelligence and what it holds for the future. But why does strategic thinking matter in the ever-changing world? Join Michael in this episode as he unveils the key to success.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcast/michael-watkinsBecome a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now
Feb 19, 2024 • 52min
Four L.E.A.F. Growth: Leadership, Engagement, Accountability, And Fulfillment With Mark Mears
In Celtic cultures, the druids associated the number four with powerful forces in nature, believing that a four-leaf clover possessed magical properties to bring good fortune. But today's guest found a fig tree's leaf, leading him to an epiphany, which turned into the Four L.E.A.F. Growth. Mark Mears is the author of The Purposeful Growth Revolution, a book that will help individuals, teams, and organizations find purpose, fulfill their true growth potential, and leave a living legacy. Enhance your personal and professional growth as an individual and as a part of a team or organization. Tune in to discover how you can make a positive and lasting impact on the world! Check out the full series of "Career Sessions, Career Lessons" podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
Feb 12, 2024 • 40min
Proven Tips For Growing Your Business, With Robin Waite
Embrace fearlessness in business: where challenges become opportunities, and growth knows no bounds. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of business growth with coach, author, and founder of Fearless Business and CourseApp, Robin Waite. Today, he shares proven tips for taking your business to the next level. Robin shares his story: how he went from selling his marketing agency to becoming a successful business coach. With a focus on strategic thinking and scalable solutions, Robin sheds light on the importance of productizing services, building scalable models, and leveraging partnerships to maximize growth potential. Tune in now and discover proven tips for growing your business! Check out the full series of "Career Sessions, Career Lessons" podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcast/robin-waite/.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
