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Welcome to Career Cheat Code, a podcast that explores the stories of everyday people making an impact in the world through their careers and loving every minute of it. Whether you're already on your path or searching for your purpose, this podcast is for you.
Join us every Monday as we uncover the secrets behind successful careers and inspire you to make your own mark. Formerly known as Thank God It's Monday | TGIM, don't forget to subscribe for updates and share with your friends!
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Have you ever wondered how strategic career moves can not only transform your own life but also pave the way for the betterment of entire communities? That's exactly what we uncover with Dario, the passionate Vice President of Strategic Development at the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. He's shaping futures and creating opportunities for Latinos nationwide, and in this episode, he shares the blueprint for this remarkable endeavor. From the power of mentorship to the importance of embracing our ...
Imagine a world where your zip code doesn't predict your lifespan, where gun violence is not the norm, and where every voice in the fight for safety is heard. José Alfaro , the Director of Latinx Leadership and Community Engagement at Everytown for Gun Safety, reveals his transformative journey on our latest podcast episode. From dreams of space exploration to the stark realities of urban streets, Jose's life is a landscape of bold decisions and profound mentorship that have shaped his ...
Welcome to another episode of Career Cheat Code. Host Radhy Miranda interviews Calvin Mack, a Bronx native and the Client Experience Program Manager for Small Businesses at Facebook. Calvin discusses his upbringing in the Bronx, where he was encouraged to stay in school and work hard in order to succeed. He also shares his college experience and how he negotiated his way into attending Carnegie Mellon University. During his time in college, Calvin was actively involved in HBCU organizations a...
Ever imagined how selling burritos could lead to running your own consulting firm? Meet our guest, Bacilia Angel, CEO of Meliora Advisors, who shares her incredible journey from rural Arizona to the helm of her own company. Born into humble beginnings, Bacilia’s story is an inspiring tale of sheer determination, passion, and the pursuit of dreams. She takes us through her early life, the math and science honors program that sparked her interest in engineering, and her diverse career experienc...
Ever wondered how a technology giant navigates the fluid and unpredictable terrain of the tech industry? Or how they prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their global strategy? Join us as we have an insightful conversation with Maurice Wiggins, currently Head of Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Google. He opens up about his experience in human resources, strategic development, and the unique tasks he undertakes. He also shares his role in crisis management and the wa...
On Today’s Episode, we have a former division 1 athlete who now creates partnerships between payment services and global brands. Let’s start the week with John Higginson. Key Points from the Episode: Being a Division 1 athlete and finding time to internDigital strategy and emerging tech partnerships in the payments industryTurning an internship at JP Morgan Chase into a full-time jobLeveraging his job to move from Delaware to NYCHaving a job with perks that bring “hidden dollars” like t...
On Today’s Episode, we have someone who works to provide a voice for the disenfranchised people who feel voiceless. Whether you are disconnected from the democratic system, homeless, or someone who does not feel engaged under traditional outreach, Leilani is here to engage with you. Let’s start the week with Leilani Irvin. Key Points from the Episode: Obama’s campaign inspiring her to get into advocacy work by stopping at her college during the campaign trailExperiencing racism in S...
On Today’s Episode, we discuss communications and media relations in government, political campaigns, and organizations with a global footprint. This episode was recorded in two segments. The first segment is dedicated to his background and path leading to his role at the City of New York. Around the hour mark, he guides us through working on the Biden campaign and leaving city government for a global philanthropic organization. Let’s start the week with Matthew Creegan. Key Poin...
On Today’s Episode, we share part one of someone who wanted to be a corporate lawyer, and 1 Facebook Message changed his trajectory to being in the Fashion industry for nearly a decade. Let’s start the week with Gianni Garcia. Key Points from the Episode: Fashion speaks to him Wholesaling in Fashion Learning about line sheets You can get into this industry with any background Growing a company’s sales into multi-millions internationally Being hired for both skills and contacts in th...
In today’s episode, we have someone who worked on Hilary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign and now manages over $10.6 billion dollars for the City of New York. Let’s start the week with Chris Sun. Key Points from the Episode: Born in Queens, then being culture shocked moving to Long Island Son of Taiwanese immigrants Always wanting to be a public servant Community organizing and working at an international foundation Quitting job to figure out next steps and travel Volunteering w...
On today’s episode, we have someone who started their career selling cable boxes, and now manages benefits for a tech company with a global footprint. Let’s start the week with Marcelina Mata. Key Points from the Episode: Bring your personality to the workplace Growing up in a diverse community helps professionally Use community colleges as resources for less expensive programs/classes Taking a pay cut to propel her career Importance of networking throughout your career and keeping in...
On Today’s Episode, we learn what it’s like to be a wealth planning specialist, and how his love for economics led our guest to one of the largest financial institutions in the world. Let’s start the week with Hector Sanchez. Key Points from the Episode: Wealth planning specialist at Morgan StanleyCreating financial plans/reports for high net-worth individualsProcess of becoming a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)Baseball was his first loveSomeone getting hired years later based on Hector’s t...
On today’s episode, we share part two of someone who wanted to be a corporate lawyer, and 1 Facebook Message changed his trajectory to being in the Fashion industry for nearly a decade. He speaks about leveraging his corporate job, to launch his own blog/brand. Let’s start the week with Gianni Garcia. Key Points from the Episode: - starting your own brand - growing IG followers - reading magazines to stay on top of trends and the industry - having agencies to help him land partnerships Please...
On today’s episode, we have someone who majored in philosophy, and now helps multiple nonprofits ensure they are financially able to carry out their missions. Let’s start the week with Michael Chang Key Points from the Episode: Moving to China for 5 years to connect with relativesGetting a Masters degree in ChinaWhy he chose to major in PhilosophyService projects took him the worldImpact of Jesuit education on himObtain a Master’s of Public Administration from Columbia University Helping...
On today’s episode, we have someone who almost became an accountant, and instead decided to tap into her creative side with her career, and her own business. In her day job, she does a lot more than just “make the stores look pretty”. Let’s start the week with Jennifer Goris Key Points from the Episode: Sticking through a long interview processBenefits of getting a career coachTapping into creativity in collegeSwitching from accounting major to communicationsGrad School internships helped pro...
On today’s episode, we have someone who started out wanting to become an actor, and now helps inner-city youth jump-start their careers in different fields. Let’s start the week with Garrett Jennings Key Points from the Episode: Wanting to become an actorWorking in advertising for yearsTraveling the world for school and workBeing recruited for a Masters ProgramBecoming a substitute teacher Teaching Career Technical Education for inner-city youthPlease Rate & Review on your listening ...
In today’s episode, we have someone who helps people with their fitness goals. Learn how this aspiring wrestler, to opening his own studio in Washington Heights. Let’s start the week with Brandon Matthews Key Points from the Episode: Creating his own brand and growing it over the past few yearsPlaying Semi-pro footballCreating an event for International Women’s DayTransitioning from training at a gym, to opening his own studioHow watching professional wrestling helped shape his outlook ...
On today’s episode, we have someone who manages multi-million dollar relationships for an investment bank. He went from aspiring baseball player to building a career in corporate America. Let’s start the week with Gregory Lara Key Points from the Episode: Wanting to be a baseball player, and transitioning out of thatBeing one of the few community college students in his investment banking floorHow growing up in uptown Manhattan shaped his perspectiveDesire to help local brands expand with cap...
On today’s episode, we have someone who advocates for people and nonprofits in his community. He is a conduit of resources, who has professional experience in Europe and America. Let’s start the week with Remysell Salas Key Points from the Episode: Working in NYC City HallMoving to Europe for a few yearsCold-emailing for internshipsBalancing multiple unpaid internships at the same timeTrying to connect people in the community to much needed resources Starting a music career provided lead...
Key Points from the Episode: Living alone through last year of high schoolStrategically prolonging his college graduation to secure a jobAcademic life hacks in CUNY systemMentoring is part of our mandateUniverse bringing him closer to familyBooks Recommended: Atomic HabitsOther Resources Recommended: Wall Street OasisAlpha Gents Toast Masters Connect with Guest: Danny Marte Please Rate & Review on your listening platform. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter ...
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