"The Uncommon Connector" FTZ's Career Awareness Podcast
Finding new ways to educate people through active career professionals and their experiences. A career awareness platform with real functional pros & cons of a position and the employers that come with them. Tune in to learn more about careers in detail and if you should pursue your goals of making it happen.
Episodes
45 episodes
Becoming a Doctor Major Ashal
We connect with Dr. Major Ashal on her journey to become a doctor and the challenges she has faced on her path. It takes a great commitment from you and your family to gain access to this career field.
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1:18:44
Janaee Robertson Champion Youth Equestrian Rider
Finding on her journey riding horses from the age of just 2 years old and where she looks to go now.
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26:44
Impacting Community First William Hegwood
We connect with Community Impact Provider William Hegwood on his success at helping other achieve their goals and putting community first.
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:07:01
Loving What You Do Chauncey Logan
Student Q&A with Chaunsey Logan, founder of The Loc in Lo, a boutique studio inside Sola Salon Studios in Greenbelt, Maryland.@thelocinlo#information#helps#everyone#youth#workforcedevelopment@commun...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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58:18
You Don't Know Until You Try
We connect with Professional Cinematographer Aaron Mendez about his journey and what it took for him to break into the field. Even with a family of professionals creating opportunities for him, Aaron still had to find his route. T...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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58:17
You Can Be a Math Guinness Also
FTZ connects with Abdul Basit of Guinness and Math Guy about how he found success in math. This is a topic most youth need support with and can't seem to find the resources they are looking for. From school test to entry exams, we are here to h...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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39:39
Connecting With Your Employment Freedom NneNna Carr
Gaining the confidence to jump always makes you second guess yourself. Recognizing that you have the experience and skill to project what you want your life to be, that's a different story. We connect with NneNna Carr as she speaks with...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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22:30
From Veterinarian to Health & Performance Pinky Uttayaya Andrews
Connecting with Pinky Uttayaya-AndrewsFounder & CEO of Zenergy Health & Performance and her uncommon journey from Veterinarian to Health & Performance provider. Her company's support of veterans has opened doors for new opportun...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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11:15
The Artistryfi Barber with Fiona Fernelis
Her journey from the classroom to the barber chair was unlikely but she found a way to push through to impact her clients and provide therapy in her own way.All love barbershop
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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13:18
FTZ's Table Talk EP. 2 Real Estate Professional
We catch up with two career professionals Cassidy Smith and Ebony Bryan to discuss what made them pick their career field. Honest conversations with professionals who have something to say to help you make an informed decision. Cass...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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38:40
FTZ's Table Talk EP. 1 Information Technology
FTZ's Table Talk is hereBringing together professionals who work in similar career fields to help you understand the difference in duties, credentials and more.EP.1 of Table Talk by Functional Training Zone, we take a d...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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58:55
JaVon Townsend Wellness through Art, Play, and Movement
In this SECOND EDTION of "Work Well with Your Self", we introduce the "art of play" as a holistic modality to increase and tap into the mind-body connection. How many times have we all said, "I'm BUSY!" Ok, honestly, my hand immed...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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40:00
Ridings in the Roots with Dr. Emily Urban Cordeiro
Soil and Horses? What’s the connection? Answer: Emily Urban Cordeiro! This equestrian professional, soil sustainability data scientist and venture capitalist speaks...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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39:32
Maintaining Your Independence and Wellness with Changa Bell
American author, cultural activist and one of the nation's leading behavioral change strategists, Changa Bell Yoga, holistic health, homesteading, permaculture, and HOMESCHOOLING are some of the options he chose to help him maintain high-perfor...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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37:54
Purposeful With Your Passion Tyrese Manigault............
Meet Tyrese Manigault, a dedicated employee and a valuable asset to NASCAR. He currently serves as the Manager of Employee Engagement, where his primary focus is on analyzing people and employee engagement data. He then uses this data to develo...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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37:26
Ricky "Crank" Taylor an Artist My Way
Ricky "Crank" Taylor is a Muralist and Art Teacher that specializes in expressing his unique style through graffiti culture. His experiences from Prince Georges County Maryland while attending the Art Institute of Washington, helped him develop...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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37:20
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Becoming your own boss with Neyda Urias
Meet Neyda Urias, a 14-year HR pro extraordinaire and the brains behind Elevate Ur HR and Elevate Ur Career. With more HR wisdom than you can shake a spreadsheet at, she's the go-to HR Consultant, career coach, and dynamic speaker, giving you t...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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35:46
Damion Garrison of the Baltimore Ravens
Meet Damion Garrison Jr. a high school football coach, substitute teacher and guest experience professional for the Baltimore Ravens. His career journey from A to B is like no other, but Damion has is eyes set on what's at C that can be life ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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37:36
Ophelia Whyne of Daystar Trucking
My name is Ophelia and I own Daystar Transportation Inc. Just a young girl from Montreal, Quebec Little Burgundy, who now lives in Toronto, with a dream. Took a Trucking dream that h...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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28:54
USPS Strategic Account Manager Eddie McDonald
Eddie McDonald has worked for the USPS for over 18 years and is currently a Strategic Account Manager in the Atlanta GA district. He has worked in Sales for the p...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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34:39
Federal Resume Professional Janine Wiggins
On season ll of "The Uncommon Connector", Janine Wiggins speaks with host Andrea Jane. They discuss her passion for customer service and how she started her vision. Growing up in Panama and her route to the University of Arkansas Grantham pursu...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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32:21
Chris Robertson Journey to College Interview
Chris gives his thoughts on his experience as a high school student in Houston Texas. Why he wanted to attend Texas A&M and his journey to get ready for this big moment.Check out Chris and his blogs for FTZ here.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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22:43
Baltimore County Circuit Court Administrator Stephanie Medina
Stephanie Medina, Certified Court Executive and twelve-year Maryland Judiciary Branch professional. Mrs. Medina is the first female and first person of color to serve as Court Administrator for Baltimore County. Her passion for her profession r...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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44:00
Sports Medicine Human Performance maker Jada Si'mone
Public figure and success producer, Jada is a jack of all trades and stirring the pot of success all the way from her native Jacksonville Florida. Her path has landed her many opportunities and created avenues that have yielded a new way of get...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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30:39
Co-Founder and Director of Phoenix International School of the Arts, Rickkay L.T. King
Co-Founder of the first public-arts school of Charles County Maryland. Born and raised in Chicago, IL, Rickkay’s passion interest surround Mental health awareness and promoting International Education to marginalized communities. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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31:41