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D & B sit down with Bork I, aka Ofosu Jones-Quartey, to speak about how he create a life filled with his passions: music, spirituality, and mindfulness. They discuss the importance of a personal practice as the foundation for a life filled and fulfilled.

D & B sit down with Enock Muwanguzi, entrepreneur, educator, and founder of EnterSkills Uganda. They discuss the passion and patience required to start a project and the rewards that come from investing in one’s own community. 

  D & B sit down with Derrick Brown, Director of Talent Acquisition, to hear how he’s made critical choices throughout his career, and his views surrounding recruitment and personal fit.  Positive Plug: OBS

Dan and Brendan sit down with Chris Boyster, Chief Lobbyist for the Illinois Collaboration for Youth, to hear his take on policy, advocacy and activism.  Positive Plug: Asana!

  Dan and Brendan sit down with Yavuz Inanli, a recruiter for Dexis Consulting Group, to hear his advice on how to land a job in international development, the tricks of recruiting, and how the myth of the 1 page CV may keep you from your dream job!  Positive Plug: We’ve all heard the argumentContinue reading “How Do I Get Seen?”

Dan and Brendan sit down with Son Nguyen, a LinkedIn recruiter, to discuss how to establish your profile, build your network, and utilize some of the newest features that the site now offers. Plus Dan has good news! Positive Plugs: LinkedIn Learning: Opportunity.LinkedIn Open Candidates Feature LinkedIn Learning!

This week Dan shares about new developments in his week and both reflect on lessons learned these past few weeks. 

This week Dan and Brendan sit down with Dr. Andre M. Perry from Brookings to discuss his latest research on inequality within our communities. Dr. Perry highlights that we must look beyond the numbers to see the apparent lack of opportunities, investment, and wealth within communities of color around the country. His message is oneContinue reading “What Are the Unemployment Numbers Not Saying?”

This week, Dan and Brendan are joined by Dr. Bridget Williams, the Chief of Staff from Orange County Public Schools. She speaks of her experience as a school principal and district leader, and how this has led her toward a community-based model for hiring for her district. Her advice is clear, surround yourself with knowledgableContinue reading “Respect and Opportunity: Dr. William’s Approach to Equity”