Career Pivots

How an Underdog Mindset, Creative Discipline, and People-First Leadership Helped Cecil Cross Build Lasting Professional Equity

More and more, the creative journey looks less like a straight line and more like a series of pivots, setbacks, and surprising new opportunities. As layoffs, industry shifts, and unpredictable career turns reshape what a “typical” creative path looks like, many professionals are being pushed to turn uncertainty into momentum. Many are asking how to…

Allowing Purpose to Lead: Adrienne Mageors on Building a Career Grounded in Inclusion and Community Impact

Sometimes, purpose finds you when you least expect it. For Adrienne Mageors, it came in the form of a question she couldn’t ignore—one that pulled her out of corporate marketing and into a life of service and inclusion. What began as a career pivot became something bigger: a mission to build spaces where every…

From Stage Lights to Silicon Valley: Introducing Suzy DeLine, Host of Crafted Journeys

Every artisan has a story, and in this introduction, host Suzy DeLine turns the microphone on herself. From growing up on a Wisconsin dairy farm with Broadway dreams, to building a career in Silicon Valley with Intel, Intuit, Adobe, and PayPal, Suzy shares the twists, turns, and defining moments that shaped her journey. Along…

The Role of Mentorship and Sponsorship in Building Authentic Careers

In today’s work landscape, discussions about transformation, well-being, and personal autonomy are urgent and deeply felt. A 2025 study found that 66% of American employees are experiencing burnout, while another poll reported that 52% of job seekers are looking to shift roles and 56% are considering moving into entirely new industries. These trends highlight a…

Amy Al-Katib’s Unique Journey in HVAC and Mission-Critical Industries

A journalism career pivot reveals how specialized B2B publishing unlocks influence in traditionally overlooked technical industries