Career Shift: Turning a “Last Choice” into a New Opportunity
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In Episode 73, hosts Houston Blackwood and Kailah Dozier sit down with Rashaun Walker, who turned a chance opportunity into a new career path.Rashaun shares how taking a Skills for Success Electrical Helper course at Wallace Community College—something he originally thought would be his last choice—led to a job fair and a new role in carpentry. He reflects on honoring his father’s legacy, the importance of saying “yes” to opportunities, and the joy of finding work that not only builds skills but also creates more time with family.From truck driving to carpentry, Rashaun’s journey is a powerful reminder of how Alabama’s community colleges and Skills for Success training open doors to unexpected opportunities and help redefine what success looks like
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