Career Transition

Former NFL Linebacker Thomas R. Williams Talks about Life after Football

On this episode of the Through the Storm podcast with Dr. Travis Hearne, Travis sits down with former NFL linebacker, leadership expert, author, and all-around amazing human, Thomas R. Williams.  Since 2018, Thomas R. Williams has been a proud member of The Jon Gordon Speaking Team, dedicated to developing positive leaders and fostering stronger,…

From Amazon Leader to Franchise Owner: Ramiah Martin on Leadership, Purpose, and Legacy

Many professionals reach a moment when the title, the salary, and the climb aren’t enough anymore. They start looking for work that feels meaningful — work that reflects who they are and what they want their lives to stand for. And with millions of Americans stepping out to build businesses of their own in…

Career Growth Is Nonlinear: Move Beyond the Ladder and Lead Your Career Journey with Authenticity and Well-Being

Career development no longer follows the predictable “ladder” of past decades. A 2024 Gallup analysis revealed that younger workers are increasingly disengaged from traditional career paths and instead seek purpose, flexibility, and balance in how they define success. Careers today move sideways, backward, and forward—more like a lattice than a ladder—requiring resilience, adaptability, and…

From Law Enforcement to Microsoft: The Unexpected Path to Becoming a Cybersecurity Black Belt

From ransomware attacks to AI-driven phishing schemes, today’s cyber threats are evolving faster than most organizations can defend against—making cybersecurity expertise one of the most urgent skills of the decade. Global cybercrime costs are expected to climb to $1.2 trillion annually by the end of this year, underscoring the stakes for organizations that must…

The Secrets to Building Your Power Network: Know Your Strengths, Nurture Your Relationships, and Give Without Expectation

These days, career success isn’t just about what you know—it’s about who you know, and how you build those connections into a power network. Networking has moved beyond cocktail parties and business cards to become a lifelong skill for finding opportunities, support, and fresh ideas. In fact, researchers have found that women who combine…

The Measured Mindset: How Mentorship, Curiosity, and Listening Drive Professional Advancement and Growth

Not every path into analytics starts with code and spreadsheets. For some, it begins with curiosity, adaptability, mentorship, and a willingness to learn something entirely new. That’s the case for Mayank Malviya, whose journey from a humanities education in India to a career in U.S.-based market research reveals how initiative and mentorship can accelerate…

Seeing What Others Miss: The Art of Problem Solving in HR Compliance

In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Andrea Kilburn, the HR EEO and Affirmative Action Compliance Manager at EssilorLuxottica. Andrea has built her career on problem-solving, advocacy, and the power of precise thinking. Andrea shares her unique path from mortgage underwriting to HR compliance, and…

From Rink to Fairway: Dominic Marconi’s Journey to PGA Leadership

A former athlete's unconventional path to golf industry leadership reveals how mentorship and adaptability shaped an executive career

Continuous Learning & Networking Can Help Land you a Career in Tech When You’re Not a “Techie”

Non-technical professionals can break into tech careers by building skills through intentional relationships and ongoing education