Business Edge

Ayush Kapoor and John Navia share how their consulting internships challenged their assumptions about being ready for the workplace. Through meaningful relationships, curiosity, and increasing responsibility, they discovered where they could contribute and what they wanted from their careers. Hear their advice on pursuing opportunities despite self-doubt, learning through experience, and balancing professional ambition with personal values.

There's more to building a photography business than what happens behind the camera. In this episode of Business Edge, entrepreneur Mindi Westhoff shares how she transitioned from financial journalism to pursuing her passion for photography, adapted when unexpected challenges arose, and learned valuable lessons along the way. Discover how flexibility, resourcefulness, and professional growth can help you navigate a career that doesn't always go according to plan.

What does it take to successfully change industries, stand out to recruiters, and build a career that reflects your values?In this episode of Business Edge, Lexie Delgado shares lessons from a career that has taken her across industries, roles, and cities. She discusses her work in talent sourcing at Uber and offers practical perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, including how professionals can advocate for others and help create environments where people feel they belong.Lexie also shares how transferable skills helped her move into the technology industry, what recruiters look for on LinkedIn, and why job seekers should be intentional about the skills and experiences they highlight. She also discusses the inspiration behind Causa y Cultura, her cultural and social awareness project, and reflects on the importance of staying grounded in your values when navigating workplace challenges.In This Episode00:20 — Meet Lexie Delgado and hear about her professional background01:30 — Talent sourcing at Uber and incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion02:49 — Making recruiter outreach more personal and effective03:36 — How professionals can take greater responsibility for inclusion in the workplace06:09 — Learning about cultures and perspectives different from your own07:08 — Lexie’s career journey and transition across industries10:40 — Career resilience and developing multiple sources of income12:40 — What recruiters look for on LinkedIn profiles14:06 — Using skills, keywords, and job descriptions to improve your visibility15:02 — The story and purpose behind Causa y Cultura17:18 — Navigating workplace challenges while staying true to your values20:37 — Final reflections on using your values as a professional guide

In this episode of Business Edge, Chrissy Vasquez sits down with Chris Ratterman, CEO of Shady Rays, to discuss values-driven leadership, entrepreneurship, and what it means to do business the right way. Chris shares how gratitude, customer service, philanthropy, and ruthless prioritization have shaped Shady Rays’ growth, while offering practical advice for young professionals on standing out, learning continuously, leaning into weaknesses, and making decisions with integrity.