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Empowering Athletes to Build Resilience: Dr. Kirby’s Journey to Mental Health in Sport

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The Spark to Promote Mental Health in Sports Dr. Kirby’s Tips to Manage Stress Insights into the Mental Health Stigma A Reflection on the Sport and Mental Health Connection Overview: Dr. Jess Kirby is a professor and sports science enthusiast. She loves to teach and mentor young people to improve their well-being. She believes working for mental health is a privilege and an opportunity to provide a safe space, build trust, and empower people. Dr. Kirby suggests that to make [...]
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The Spark to Promote Mental Health in Sports Dr. Kirby’s Tips to Manage Stress Insights into the Mental Health Stigma A Reflection on the Sport and Mental Health Connection Overview: Dr. Jess Kirby is a professor and sports science enthusiast. She loves to teach and mentor young people to improve their well-being. She believes working for mental health is a privilege and an opportunity to provide a safe space, build trust, and empower people. Dr. Kirby suggests that to make
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Alexander Paykin’s Remarkable Journey from Immigration to Professional Excellence and Giving Back

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Early Life and Career Career Highlights and Life Challenges Defining Life Values Mentors and Role Models Advice to Younger Self Future Aspirations Overview: Alexander Paykin's childhood was significantly shaped by his family's immigration from the Soviet Union when he was 9 years old. Witnessing the profound impact of a lawyer on his family's life during this time left a lasting impression on him, sparking his interest in the legal field. He briefly ventured into financial consulting before focusing on real
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Early Life and Career Career Highlights and Life Challenges Defining Life Values Mentors and Role Models Advice to Younger Self Future Aspirations Overview: Alexander Paykin's childhood was significantly shaped by his family's immigration from the Soviet Union when he was 9 years old. Witnessing the profound impact of a lawyer on his family's life during this time left a lasting impression on him, sparking his interest in the legal field. He briefly ventured into financial consulting before focusing on real
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A Beacon of Positivity: Jorie Damiani

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Daily Routine Professional Growth Agent of Change Tips and Advice Hobbies and Interests Overview: Jorie Damiani used to be in automotive advertising but with the industry’s challenges, she had to shift her career to adapt. Jorie found herself in the healthcare industry where she could help people save money and be an agent of change. She describes how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted her, particularly how she likes interacting with people. Jorie shares how spending quality time with her family
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Daily Routine Professional Growth Agent of Change Tips and Advice Hobbies and Interests Overview: Jorie Damiani used to be in automotive advertising but with the industry’s challenges, she had to shift her career to adapt. Jorie found herself in the healthcare industry where she could help people save money and be an agent of change. She describes how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted her, particularly how she likes interacting with people. Jorie shares how spending quality time with her family
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From Small Acts to Lifelong Impact: Harriet’s Journey of Community Service

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Childhood Influence from Farm Life to Philanthropy The Story of Saachi the Angel Mentors Throughout Career Balancing Vulnerability and Authenticity Unexpected Surprises at Girl Scout Collecting Memories and Warmth Finding Strength in Diversity of Support and Inspiration Harriet’s Reading Journey The Power of Community Service Overview: Growing up on a farm as a child instilled an appreciation for the environment and made Harriet understand the importance of community support. Harriet’s career progression transitioned from corporate roles to nonprofit leadership, driven
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Childhood Influence from Farm Life to Philanthropy The Story of Saachi the Angel Mentors Throughout Career Balancing Vulnerability and Authenticity Unexpected Surprises at Girl Scout Collecting Memories and Warmth Finding Strength in Diversity of Support and Inspiration Harriet’s Reading Journey The Power of Community Service Overview: Growing up on a farm as a child instilled an appreciation for the environment and made Harriet understand the importance of community support. Harriet’s career progression transitioned from corporate roles to nonprofit leadership, driven
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Greater Economic Impact Results While Creating Social Impact. Attracts Diverse Talent Seeking Both

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Influences on Mark’s Journey A Day in the Life of a Mark Sadovnick Right fit, culture add Mark’s Role Model Aspirations for the Upcoming Years Faith and Integrity in Career Choices Overview: Mark Sadovnick comes from a family of immigrants, a reality that made him value and appreciate diversity.  Mark believes that diversity creates an amalgamation of ideas and it helps the team build up a successful foundation of trust and appreciation with each other. This connection, of humans being
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Influences on Mark’s Journey A Day in the Life of a Mark Sadovnick Right fit, culture add Mark’s Role Model Aspirations for the Upcoming Years Faith and Integrity in Career Choices Overview: Mark Sadovnick comes from a family of immigrants, a reality that made him value and appreciate diversity.  Mark believes that diversity creates an amalgamation of ideas and it helps the team build up a successful foundation of trust and appreciation with each other. This connection, of humans being
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Embracing Challenges: A Professional Odyssey from Shyness to Spotlight

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Early Life Secret to Success Striking a Balance Defining Success Overview: Judy Slack opens up about her transition from a close-knit upbringing in New York to advancing in her career at Tom Hopkins International, emphasizing resilience and creativity. Overcoming obstacles such as shyness and gender discrimination, she discovered guidance, bravery, and triumph, embracing the importance of human relationships over worldly accomplishments. When she talks about her job, She feels privileged as it allows her to manage both her work and
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Early Life Secret to Success Striking a Balance Defining Success Overview: Judy Slack opens up about her transition from a close-knit upbringing in New York to advancing in her career at Tom Hopkins International, emphasizing resilience and creativity. Overcoming obstacles such as shyness and gender discrimination, she discovered guidance, bravery, and triumph, embracing the importance of human relationships over worldly accomplishments. When she talks about her job, She feels privileged as it allows her to manage both her work and
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Eric Wright’s Journey to Veterans’ Empowerment in the Workplace

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Professional Journey and Personal Values Motivation Behind Work & Achievements Personal and Professional Insights Words for Young People Overview: Eric Wright embodies the veteran life and values: honor, courage, and commitment. He shares the similarities between military missions and project management, and how this helps ease the transition of a veteran into a project manager. Eric believes that in order to create a project from scratch, one has to first visualize the goal and reverse-engineer their way into achieving it.
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Professional Journey and Personal Values Motivation Behind Work & Achievements Personal and Professional Insights Words for Young People Overview: Eric Wright embodies the veteran life and values: honor, courage, and commitment. He shares the similarities between military missions and project management, and how this helps ease the transition of a veteran into a project manager. Eric believes that in order to create a project from scratch, one has to first visualize the goal and reverse-engineer their way into achieving it.
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Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities: Alexis Parker Educates for Change

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The Impact of Childhood Finding Inspiration for A Career Finding Balance Before Work Exciting Changes in Education Implementing Change for Education The Philosophy of Teaching Advice for Other Aspiring Educators Mentors and Influences Personal Mantras Overview: Alexis Parker is an educator who is passionate about literature and the journey of self-discovery.  Finding herself lost through medical school, she found where her heart belongs in education.  Alexis loves the different perspectives authors bring to each piece of literature.  She enjoys doing
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The Impact of Childhood Finding Inspiration for A Career Finding Balance Before Work Exciting Changes in Education Implementing Change for Education The Philosophy of Teaching Advice for Other Aspiring Educators Mentors and Influences Personal Mantras Overview: Alexis Parker is an educator who is passionate about literature and the journey of self-discovery.  Finding herself lost through medical school, she found where her heart belongs in education.  Alexis loves the different perspectives authors bring to each piece of literature.  She enjoys doing
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A Mission and a Drive: Tina Schackman’s Journey of Financial Education

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Who is Tina Schackman? Making a Place in a Male-Dominated Industry A “Boomerang” in the Company Advocating for the Best Interest of Others Preaching about Self-Care and Finding an Accountability Buddy Driven for Self, Driven for Others Overview: Tina Schackman introduces herself, the nature of her work, and what led her to pursue this career path. Expressing the lack of women representation in her industry in the early years of her career, she is, nevertheless, thankful to her male mentors
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Who is Tina Schackman? Making a Place in a Male-Dominated Industry A “Boomerang” in the Company Advocating for the Best Interest of Others Preaching about Self-Care and Finding an Accountability Buddy Driven for Self, Driven for Others Overview: Tina Schackman introduces herself, the nature of her work, and what led her to pursue this career path. Expressing the lack of women representation in her industry in the early years of her career, she is, nevertheless, thankful to her male mentors
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