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  • Nicole flies solo on this last episode of the season as she talks about the importance of sometimes taking a step back and taking a pause. She reflects on the incredible guests that were welcomed to the podcast this season and mentions how easy it is to forget how far we’ve come when we are so fixated on where we’re going. Nicole takes time to look back on this past season with gratitude and shares her excitement as she looks ahead to Season 3.

    Host: Nicole Davison

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  • In this week's episode of Unpacking Perspectives, Nicole and Jade talk all things ChatGPT. This topic has been a long time coming, in fact! Nicole and Jade discuss their own experiences with ChatGPT and AI, their thoughts on it, and the various ways it can be used. They also talk about the positives and negatives of this particular AI technology.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Co-Host: Jade Moffett

    Resource:

    Chat GPT
    www.chat.openai.com

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  • In this week's compelling episode of Unpacking Perspectives, we have the honor of featuring Lieutenant Kate Cummings, a ten-year veteran of the Connecticut State Police and former adult probation officer. Join us as we delve into LT Cummings' rich background in law enforcement and explore the intricacies of her distinguished career.

    Also, tune in to discover how social media can play a vital role in recruiting the younger generation into law enforcement, and explore the characteristics and dedication required to be part of this noble profession. This episode promises eye-opening revelations and thought-provoking discussions that will deepen your understanding of the world of law enforcement.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Lt. Kate Cummings

    Connect with Lt. Cummings: https://www.instagram.com/ctstatepolice_recruitment/ or https://www.beaconnecticuttrooper.com/

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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • For this week’s episode of Unpacking Perspectives, we welcome Nicole’s second co-host to the podcast! Meet Jade, a previous student of Nicole’s as well as a rising senior at Quinnipiac University. Today we learn all about her, her experiences, and how she came to join the podcast!

    Listen in to learn more:

    People need to learn to take a step back sometimes and appreciate that the person they’re sharing space with has a lot of insight that maybe we don’t realizeThe age difference between us is so interesting because we have such different experiences and we can delve into it - especially anything relating to collegeMental health is becoming such a hot topic these days; it’s becoming way more broadcasted, advertised, and everyone is talking about it - and everyone should be talking about it

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Jade Moffett

    Connect with Jade on Instagram: @jadeemoffett

    Other Podcasts Mentioned:

    Reset with Liz Tran: @resetnyc

    The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast: @tscpodcast

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    https://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/

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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • In the upcoming episodes of Unpacking Perspectives, Nicole brings a fresh dynamic to the show by introducing her brand new cohosts. In today's episode, she welcomes Allie, a close friend of Nicole's, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and a dedicated police officer’s wife while raising three children.

    Join Nicole and Allie as they delve into the unique experiences and challenges of being a police officer's wife. Together, they offer a heartfelt and insightful perspective, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the joys and complexities that come with this role.

    Listen in to learn more!

    Everything comes second to a police officer’s job.As law enforcement spouses, it’s important that we use our voices; it’s important that people understand how this impacts and affects everyoneYou know that evil exists, and you know these dangers exist, so you learn to always keep an eye on your surroundings

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Co-Host: Allie

    Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029

    Article mentioned in the episode:

    https://www.police1.com/family-home/articles/whats-it-like-being-a-police-wife-pPG6qTECfC2GNJUc/

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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • In this episode of Unpacking Perspectives, Nicole decides to take a retrospective approach; she reflects on how things evolved from starting this podcast all the way to the current day. She talks about her thought process behind the podcast and what exactly has changed over this time.

    Listen in to learn more about :

    We all come from our own foundations, and to expect everyone to agree on everything is an unrealistic expectationOur world is always changing so quickly, from industries to career paths to societal changes and to everything elseI see what young people cope with, and I can only hope that they continue to find ways to cope with all that’s being thrown at them

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Nicole’s Blog: https://findinghersparkle.com/

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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • In this heartwarming solo episode of Unpacking Perspectives, Nicole takes center stage to celebrate the graduating class of 2023, as we find ourselves in the midst of a joyous graduation season. Nicole dedicates this special episode to all the remarkable individuals stepping into a new chapter of their lives.


    Listen in to learn more :

    Who you are today is about to continue to change - embrace that. Don’t stay the same.Don’t be in such a rush to get to the top because some of the things that you can learn at the bottom are amazing.Most importantly, you make the hard decisions for yourself, and nobody else.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029

    Link to LinkedIn Article Mentioned:
    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/advice-graduating-class-2023-amy-martin/

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    https://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/

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    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

    We would love it if you could leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you so much!

  • Today, we join Nicole as she talks with George Logan, the director of community relations at Aquarion Water Company. He previously served as a member of the Connecticut State Senate from 2017 to 2021. He and Nicole discuss his career, giving back, and experiences.

    Today, Nicole and Erin talked about the following:

    Serving our communities in any way we can is essential - while so many people are busy and might have a lot on their plate, even just doing one thing makes such a difference in these communitiesThe goal in my life is to find happiness and to maintain happiness - I do that by being the best I can be and being there for my family, etc.Technology has undoubtedly changed the way we work every day; even email has evolved, and communication is at a much higher level than it used to be

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: George Logan

    RESOURCES

    George S. Logan is the Director of Community Relations at Aquarion Water Company. He has spent most of his professional life working through the ranks of the largest private water utility in the state – Aquarion Water Company. Additionally, Mr. Logan recently completed two terms (2017-2021) as State Senator representing the 17th District, which includes Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Hamden, Naugatuck, and Woodbridge.

    In addition to creating and performing music during his spare time, over the last 25+ years, George S. Logan has devoted time to various community-based causes that have improved the quality of life for thousands of families throughout Connecticut.

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-s-logan-9108a8120

    Website: https://www.georgeloganforcongress.com/

    Organizations mentioned:

    BHcare, North Haven, CT- https://bhcare.org/about-us/Housatonic Valley Association - https://hvatoday.org/ YMCA - https://www.meridenymca.org/ Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce - https://greatervalleychamber.com/ CT NW Chamber of Commerce - https://nwctchamberofcommerce.org/ Junior Achievement - https://www.jagfc.org/Waterbury Youth Services - https://waterburyyouthservices.org/ Boys and Girls Club - https://www.bgcmeriden.org/Marrakech, Inc. - https://www.marrakechinc.org/


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  • Join Nicole in this fascinating conversation with Dr. Erin Craw! Erin, who specializes in researching health and interpersonal communication, shares her insights and experiences. In particular, Erin discusses her career and passions, mainly focusing on mental health and law enforcement conversations.

    Don't miss out on this insightful conversation!

    Today, Nicole and Erin talked about

    The families' perspectives and roles are critical. It’s not something that’s taught a whole lot. You’re growing up with them and their career. Without conversation and explanation about certain things, your child could internalize them in various ways.There need to be conversations about the importance of flexibility; you need to understand that every day is a little bit different when you’re a police officer, so you need to have that flexibility.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Erin Craw

    RESOURCES

    Erin Craw, Ph.D., earned her doctorate in communication from Chapman University in Southern California, emphasizing health and interpersonal communication. Her research interests are at the intersection of health and interpersonal communication regarding social support, stigma, and resilience. Her dissertation explored police officers’ preferences for support and factors influencing mental health-related disclosure decisions. As the daughter of a police officer and granddaughter of a firefighter, she has a true passion for research that informs mental health-related interventions for first responders, enhances communication surrounding mental health, and improves access to support.

    Youturn Health: https://youturnhealth.com/blog/difficult-but-necessary-conversations-for-first-responder-families/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-s-craw/

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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

    We would love it if you could leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you so much!

  • In this episode, Nicole talks with Karen Lesh! Karen is the vice president of marketing for a consumer packaged goods company and is the face behind MOBTRUTHS, a blog about her experience as a mother of boys.

    Today, Nicole and Karen talked about :

    [6:36] My mantra has always been, “I’m doing the best that I can under the circumstances”; sometimes, something has to give[19:44] Not everything you do has to be about building your resume; there’s so much pressure on getting into the right college, the right program, go figure out what you’re gonna do next, etc.[37:31] Stay true to yourself; there are a lot of forces within social media, such as imposter syndrome, etc., that are going to try to force you to do one thing versus another

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Karen Lesh

    RESOURCES

    Karen is an avid writer, content creator, marketer, and MOM! A corporate career marketer and mom by day and a content creator and mom by night (also a friend, wife, daughter, sister, all the things), she balances it all with the "we can make this work" attitude and a lot of laughs. She has over 20 years of experience leading brand strategy and business/marketing planning in the consumer packaged goods industry. In 2016, she also started a blog about parenting and her experience as a mom of boys. She aims to share stories and connect with other parents because parenthood is an adventure best traveled together. She has contributed to several parenting sites such as Today Parents, Scary Mommy, Filter Free Parents, and more, sharing her adventures, tips, tricks, and heart on her website and social media.

    Website: www.mobtruths.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mobtruths

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mobtruths

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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

    We would love it if you could leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you so much!

  • In this episode, Nicole interviews Cody Carr, a Recruiter at GlaxoSmithKline (more appropriately named GSK) on behalf of Korn Ferry and an alum of Quinnipiac University. He and Nicole talk about his career in recruiting, and he shares some practical advice for the Unpacking Perspectives audience!

    Today, Nicole and Cody talk about the following:

    [05:33] You could have an idea of what you want to do with your career, but until you’re experiencing the good, the bad, all of that, you don’t know if that’s really what you want; I think the best thing is to go out there and try[12:06] If you go up and you bring whatever the best version of yourself is every day, then that’s enough; it’s gonna be good enough[16:16] Recruiters can only be as truthful and honest, and transparent as they’d like to be if you don’t reciprocate

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Cody Carr

    Connect with Cody: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-carr/



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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • In this episode, Nicole speaks with Rebecca, the face behind the Proud Police Wife blog and Podcast. She’s a blogger, Amazon best-selling author, mother of 3, former elementary school teacher, and police wife of over 15 years. With her work coming from Proud Police Wife, she has impacted tons of law enforcement families.

    Today, Nicole and Rebecca talk about:

    [13:00] Humor is an excellent way for those of us navigating any struggle in life; it’s a way to relate to other people and bring positivity into a dark, heavy topic.[22:02] Proud does not equal loud; you don’t need to run a social media page, wear blue line clothes, or shout from the rooftops that you are proud of your spouse. What really matters is what’s happening inside your home.[31:58] It’s okay to put those boundaries in place and say, “that situation’s not really in my wheelhouse, and I don’t feel comfortable talking about it; I’m still processing”

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Rebecca

    RESOURCES

    Rebecca’s Website: https://proudpolicewife.com/

    Rebecca’s Email: [email protected]
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proudpwife/

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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

    We would love it if you could leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you so much!

  • In this episode, Nicole talks with Valerie Gordon. Over the past 20 years, Valerie has produced award-winning stories with companies such as ESPN, HBO Real Sports, and even the Olympics. She currently helps companies, clients, and students with the power of story and to help build their brands. Nicole and Valerie talk about Valerie’s career and the work that she does to help people develop their own story.

    Today, Nicole and Valerie talk about

    [07:52] You can’t create a tremendous external story if you’re struggling with a faulty inner story.[21:12] People appreciate hearing about conflict and failure stories and how they were overcome because they make us see that those things are possible.[31:07] Every eighteen months is a reasonable amount of time to try and unpack where you are in your career, what you have done in the past eighteen months that feels like success, what you have gained, what isn’t working, etc.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Valerie Gordon

    Valerie Gordon is a 10-time Emmy award-winning television producer with over two decades of creating and overseeing feature stories for top media outlets. She knows how to use the power of a meaningful, memorable story for impact and influence. As founder of The Storytelling Strategist, formerly Commander-in-She, LLC, a communications and career strategy firm, Valerie helps high-achieving women take command of the storytelling skills necessary to grow their careers and ascend the leadership ladder.

    RESOURCES

    Valerie’s Website: https://thestorytellingstrategist.com/

    Valerie’s Book: www.fireyournarrator.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriejgordon/

    FB page: https://www.facebook.com/TheStorytellingStrategist



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    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • In this episode, Nicole interviews Scott Driscoll. Scott is the founder of Internet Safety Concepts, an education business focused on educating people on being safer on the internet. Together, Nicole and Scott talk about what exactly led Scott onto this path and why internet safety can be crucial for our families when exploring the internet.

    Today, Nicole and Scott talked about the following:

    [12:47] If we’re gonna give our children these devices, I think as parents we’re obligated to understand there’s safety to go along with it [the internet][21:42] Once something is seen, it’s hard to take back - once our children’s innocence is gone because of things we’ve seen or learned, we can’t regain that[36:25] Less is more; have one or two apps you really like, lock it down to private, communicate with the people you know and trust - then we can use it for fun, for creativity, for the communication it was meant to be

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Scott Driscoll

    Scott Driscoll started his law enforcement career in 1988 and served as a youth officer for most of his tenure. In 1992, he began teaching drug education in the local school system, which started his journey into educating youth.

    In 2003, Scott became a member of the FBI Innocent Images Task Force in New Haven, Connecticut. Many of his investigations included undercover online investigations, child pornography, and other crimes involving child victims. While investigating these crimes, he realized one element of computer crimes was missing - education on the internet and technology safety. This was the impetus for Scott to begin teaching groups outside of the schools about internet dangers and how to be safe on the internet and while using other technology.

    In 2007, Scott started an Internet Safety Concepts consulting/education business. With this company, Scott has reached more people through conferences and seminars. His message is clear: if you don’t think about safety while on the internet and using other technology, you can put yourself and your family in danger. Scott has presented to thousands of students, parents, religious groups, education administrators, teachers, and the law enforcement community.

    RESOURCES

    Internet Safety Concepts Website: https://internetsafetyconcepts.com/


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  • In this episode, Nicole speaks with Peter Cestaro, a recording artist and a former student of Nicole’s. He talks about his experience with making music, what inspires him to write, and what it’s like to balance being a musician, having a part-time job, and being a full-time student.

    Today, Nicole and Peter talked about :

    [14:01] If you make up a plan, you can accomplish anything.[23:41] When you create music, you tell a story about your life, what influences you, what is important to you, and where your life has taken you.[31:06] Having the proper support around you, having the right resources, knowing that you have the skill, ability, motivation, and the drive to get there - there’s a lot of components to that.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Peter Cestaro

    RESOURCES

    Connect with Peter

    LInktree: https://linktr.ee/petercestaro?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fc5e5eba-b928-422a-8974-ce20d4491e46

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petercestaro/

    Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029

    Unpacking Perspectives Instagram: @unpackingperspectives or

    https://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/

    NMD Careers Instagram: @nmdcareers or https://www.instagram.com/nmdcareers/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

    We would love it if you could leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you so much!

  • In this episode, Nicole talks with Cara Belvin, discussing her own personal experience of losing her mother at such a young age and how it influenced her decision to start the non-profit, empowerHer. Together, they unpack the impact that such a loss at a young age can have on every aspect of life.

    Today, Nicole and Cara talk about:

    People who have an entrepreneurial spirit often see a problem and think they can fix it, which is pretty bold. These individuals don’t allow those negative thoughts in the back of their heads to hold them back. They go for it! Someone’s grief is not shinier, more important than yours - hard things are hard. Everyone will grieve in their own way. Showing empathy can make all the difference in holding space for another. This grief is something that is survivable, but it’s also something that doesn’t go away - rather, it changes at different points in our lives.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Cara Belvin

    Cara Belvin was desperate to meet another girl like her after her beautiful + brave mother Kit died of breast cancer when she was just 9 years old. Cara’s extended family and friends helped to fill the void left behind by this profound loss. empowerHER® was formed out of the gratitude Cara felt for all the support her family received growing up. As a mother herself, she felt it would be as much for these mothers as it would be for these young girls.

    Cara formed empowerHER® as a grassroots organization around her dining room table in a small, coastal town outside of Boston. Word quickly spread across the country of her work and empowerHER®’s mission. Thousands of inquiries came in from women who wished for an organization like empowerHER when they were growing up.

    Today, Cara works with these Ambassadors to form new Chapters in communities all around the world in an effort to connect, support + empower children and young adults everywhere. For more information about empowerHER, or to get involved, please visit www.empoweringher.org.

    RESOURCES from this Episode:

    empowerHer: https://www.empoweringher.org/

    Cara’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/carabelvin/

    Cara’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carabelvin

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    NMD Careers

    Instagram: @nmdcareers or https://www.instagram.com/nmdcareers/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/ Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

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  • In this episode of Unpacking Perspectives, Nicole talks with Tricia Raiti. Tricia is a close friend of Nicole’s and a colleague of hers! Together, they talk about the lessons that they’ve learned in 2022.

    Today, Nicole and Tricia talked about the following:

    [7:31] You get through the crazy holiday season and leading up to a brand new year, this is an excellent place to reflect on what the past year has been like for you as an individual and what you want to change for the next year[26:57] As you reflect on this past year, this is one moment where you can look back and think about whether or not you spent your time doing the things you wanted to do. If not, think about what you can do to change that in the upcoming year.[45:04] Not everyone will like everything you do - and that’s okay; those aren’t your people. If those people are putting you down or not supporting or encouraging you, then keep looking for the people who will

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Tricia Raita




    RESOURCES

    Connect with Tricia

    at https://www.instagram.com/jazzercisewh/

    Article by Sahil Bloom - https://www.sahilbloom.com/newsletter/22-lessons-learned-in-2022

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    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

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    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • In today’s episode of Unpacking Perspectives, Nicole talks with Lana LaChance! Lana is a licensed professional counselor and an intuitive energy healer and a soul supporter. Lana and Nicole talk and they focus on things such as life in general, coping, and the process of healing.

    Today, they talk about:

    [14:26] You can go through some really hard times in your life, but you’re going to be okay - life goes on, and you can find that meaning and purpose in your life.[22:38] We each have to notice when things aren’t working for us, and believe that we can get help and support through the challenges to effect a change.[46:28] There’s so much power in providing a positive outlook to others when they’re struggling - the insight that you can offer somebody who is struggling can be something really powerful.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Lana LaChance

    RESOURCES

    Lana’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LanaLaChanceLPC/

    Lana’s Website: http://lanalachance.com/

    Lana’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/lanalachancelpc/

    Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029

    Unpacking Perspectives Instagram: @unpackingperspectives or

    https://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/

    NMD Careers Instagram: @nmdcareers or https://www.instagram.com/nmdcareers/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • Today, Nicole talks with Nia Braccidiferro, a graphic designer and social media content creator! Nia runs the Unpacking Perspectives social media accounts. Together, Nia and Nicole talk about Nia’s passion for graphic design and her life as a recent college graduate.

    Here are just a few of the crucial highlights from today’s episode:

    [14:14] When starting with the job search, one of the most complex parts is getting a good grip and making a good impression[24:24] You have to go into every interview thinking and believing that they want you.- they don’t know it yet; you have to market it yourself to prove you’re the correct candidate[36:26] Careers are not linear - where you are now is not going to be where you are ten years from now.

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Nia Braccidiferro

    RESOURCES

    Nia’s Website: https://niabraccidiferro.wordpress.com/

    Nia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroyalgaymess/

    Nia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nia-braccidiferro/

    Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029

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    https://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/

    NMD Careers Instagram: @nmdcareers or https://www.instagram.com/nmdcareers/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]

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  • On Unpacking Perspectives this week, Nicole talks with Doryn Wallach, the host of It’s Not A Crisis Podcast and a second podcast series coming up in 2023, midlifeISH!

    Nicole and Doryn talk about Doryn’s career and story and what she has contributed to the voice of women. This episode is a true honor for Nicole, as Doryn has been a voice that Nicole has looked up to since discovering Podcasting.

    Listen in to Nicole and Doryn’s conversation, in which they talk about things such as:

    [11:32] Here’s a message for all those other women out there; you don’t have to go this alone[39:26] I think it’s time for women our age to say, “Okay, I’m just going to try this”; it can be scary and somewhat shameful for women our age to all of a sudden change[43:56] Everybody’s version of “having it all” varies from person to person - it just depends on what that means to you

    Host: Nicole Davison

    Guest: Doryn Wallach

    Doryn Wallach is a 40-something former award-winning fine jewelry designer, interior designer, podcast host, artist, wife, mom, and recovering perfectionist. Her mission is to educate women on advocating for themselves, and she continues to engage in eye-opening and inspiring conversations with women in their 40s. The relaunch of Season 3 of her show consists of genuine conversations with women in her life to help you not feel so alone, be heard, and share some laughs along the way!

    RESOURCES

    Doryn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorynwallach/

    Doryn’s Website: https://www.dorynwallach.com/

    It’s Not A Crisis Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-not-a-crisis/id1501222602

    Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029

    Unpacking Perspectives Instagram: @unpackingperspectives or

    https://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/

    NMD Careers Instagram: @nmdcareers or https://www.instagram.com/nmdcareers/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmdcareers/

    Website: https://www.nmdcareers.com/

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmd-career-consulting-llc/

    Have questions? Send Nicole an email at: [email protected]



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