My Career Shop

Umair Shaikh

Do you know what happens in the career you are pursuing? Do you know what kind of life you are signing up for, how to actually get there, and how to prosper in your field of choice? Well, as a young high school and college student, I sure didn’t, so I am putting together the My Career Shop Podcast which is where I get the opportunity to interview individuals from different careers so you have a better idea what happens in the life of the career that interests you.

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A CyberSecurity Professional's Journey - Craig Taylor
Yesterday
A CyberSecurity Professional's Journey - Craig Taylor
Are you interested in becoming a Cybersecurity Professional? Well, on this episode of the My Career Podcast, I am joined by Craig Taylor, who has a wealth of experience as a cybersecurity professional. Craig has worked in the field for almost 30 years, and now as a cofounder of CyberHoot, he is on a mission to increase the cyber literacy skills across the world. He dropped by to share his passion on the field. In this episode, we covered Craig's journey into this field all the way to him acting as a Chief Information Security Officer. He is involved in hiring juniors for his own company so he has great awareness regarding what to expect from individuals entering this field. Additionally, Craig shared the recommended routes to enter this field, the desired salary, suitable characteristics and much much more.If you are thinking about entering this field, you definitely want to check what Craig has to tell you. Join us to learn everything about the path to becoming a CyberSecurity Professional, and what to expect once you enter the profession. Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Recruiter's Journey - Jennifer Speciale
Jun 3 2024
A Recruiter's Journey - Jennifer Speciale
Are you interested in becoming a Recruiter? Well, on this episode of the My Career Podcast, I am joined by Jennifer Speciale, who has a wealth of experience as a corporate recruiter, and as a result, candidates and leaders have sought out her expertise for challenges like making a career transition, changing industries, how to seek a promotion, how to be a better storyteller, how to develop an effective portfolio and how to prepare for some of the world's most difficult interview processes.In this episode, we covered Jennifer's journey into recruiting as it did not start there,  and as she mentioned, this happens to be a lot of recruiter's story. We also discussed how she helped steer the recruiting strategy of tech giants like Indeed, and recruited on behalf of Google, Amazon and many more. She provided insights on the various types of recruiters such as corporate, executive, head hunters, how you actually become a recruiter, how to succeed as one, their earnings and much more about this career path.If you are thinking about entering this field, you definitely want to check what Jennifer has to tell you. Join us to learn everything about the path to becoming a Recruiter, and what to expect once you enter the profession. Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A UX Designer's Journey - Dave Hoffer
May 29 2024
A UX Designer's Journey - Dave Hoffer
Are you interested in becoming a UX Designer? Well, on this episode of the My Career Podcast, I am joined by Dave Hoffer, a seasoned expert with three decades of experience in the field. In this episode, we will cover a lot with respect to this career path, including the basics of UX Design, the core principles and essential practices each aspiring UX Designer should know, the journey to enter the design field, what the UX Design field is about, the value of education in this field, what hiring managers look at, the characteristics of a good UX Designer, how User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) are intertwined and why both are crucial for creating engaging digital products, the different routes to becoming a UX Designer from formal education to self-taught paths and much more. We'll also debunk common misconceptions about design and art. Additionally, Dave will introduce you to the essential tools required to succeed as a UX Designer, helping you get started on your journey with confidence. Whether you're thinking about entering this field, are a beginner or are looking to refine your skills, this video has something for everyone. Join us to learn everything about the path to becoming a UX Designer, and what to expect once one enters the profession. Guest: Dave HofferTHE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Doctor's Journey - Dr. Evan Gray
Mar 31 2024
A Doctor's Journey - Dr. Evan Gray
Are you interested in becoming a Doctor? On this episode of the My Career Shop podcast, we again got to delve into the world of healthcare, exploring the journeys of medical professionals and uncovering the intricacies of their specialized fields, and I had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Evan Gray, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Neurology to learn about the profession of a Doctor.Join us as we embark on a captivating exploration of the rigorous journey towards becoming a doctor. Dr. Evan Gray shared firsthand insights into the challenges and triumphs encountered along the path to achieving the esteemed title of physician. From the arduous years of medical school to the demanding residency programs, we uncover the dedication required to succeed in the field of medicine.Throughout our conversation, we discussed the distinction between a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and a Doctor of Medicine (MD), shedding light on the unique philosophies and approaches that distinguish these two paths. Dr. Gray offers invaluable perspectives on how osteopathic medicine integrates holistic principles into patient care, emphasizing the importance of treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.Whether you're an aspiring medical student, a seasoned healthcare professional, or simply curious about the inner workings of the medical field, this episode promises to enlighten and inspire. Join us to learn everything about the path to becoming a doctor, and what to expect once ones enters the profession as a physician. Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Physical Therapist's Journey - Dr. Ujjwal Shakya (Award winning PT)
Feb 25 2024
A Physical Therapist's Journey - Dr. Ujjwal Shakya (Award winning PT)
Are you interested about becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, to discuss the career of a Physical Therapist, I am joined by the 2021 Best Physical Therapist in Northern Virginia and owner of the practice MMA Sports & Rehab, Dr. Ujjwal Shakya, who has a very interesting journey to become a Doctor of Physical and Manual Therapy, and has a wealth of experience to share with respect to the profession. In this episode, along with discussing Dr. Shakya's journey to becoming an award winning PT, we get to learn about the profession, how to actually become a PT, how to succeed through the obstacles that appear during this journey and much more. More details regarding this episode and the career of a Physical Therapist are at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) Guest: Dr. Ujjwal ShakyaEmail: contact@rehabmma.com Phone: (703) 289-0386https://www.facebook.com/mmaandsportsrehab/https://www.instagram.com/msrphysicaltherapy/Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
An Aviation Technician Journey - Dr. Joel English & Dominic Cummings
Feb 15 2024
An Aviation Technician Journey - Dr. Joel English & Dominic Cummings
Are you interested about a career that is high in demand, low in investment with respect to time and cost, and has a great earning potential.  Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, to discuss the career of an Aviation Technician, I am joined by the President of the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), Dr. Joel English, who manages 15 AIM campuses across the United States, and Dominic Cummings, an Aviation Technician who won the 2023 Person of the Year Award from the Virginia Department of Aviation. In this episode, we will discuss Dr. English's journey which went from being a professor to becoming the president of an Aviation institute, and Dominic's journey that began as a veteran all the way to winning the Aviation award for the state of Virginia. Dr. English and Dominic both found that if more people knew of this career, they would consider it given the perks, life style, ease of entry and great earning potential.  More details regarding this episode and the career of an Aviation Technician are at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Nurse Practitioner's Journey - Dr. Dorothy Murphy
Jan 28 2024
A Nurse Practitioner's Journey - Dr. Dorothy Murphy
Are you interested in joining the number 1 ranked profession in the United States? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Dorothy Murphy who is an Educational Leader and a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in this field. Dr. Murphy has over 13 years of experience in higher education, serving as a Professor and Program Director, Administrative Dean for Online Nursing Education, and Associate Dean of Nursing where she established residential and online Doctor of Nursing Practice and Nurse Practitioner Programs, designed the Nurse Practitioner curriculum and practicum infrastructure and launched an innovative Nurse Practitioner Skills & Simulation lab at one of the largest and successful Schools of Nursing in the U.S. Dr. Murphy is passionate about improving the health of individuals and populations and developing professional nurses who embrace nursing as a ministry of caring and service. In this episode, we will discuss Dr. Murphy’s journey from becoming a Nurse Practitioner to going into leadership roles where she now focuses on the next generation of nurse practitioners. Additionally, she shared with us in great detail how to become a nurse practitioner, the advantages and disadvantages of the various routes, including the masters vs doctoral route, stress and work life balance in this profession, types of characteristics you need to succeed as a nurse practitioner, how to choose a program that will help you land a job and much more. More details regarding this episode and the career of a Nurse Practitioner are at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Nurse's Journey - Dr. Shanna Akers
Dec 28 2023
A Nurse's Journey - Dr. Shanna Akers
Do you want to become a nurse? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Shanna Akers who is an Educational Leader and a Registered Nurse with over 27 years of nursing leadership experience. As a former critical care (cardiac ICU and trauma ICU) nurse who served as the Director of the Cardiovascular Service Line of a two-hospital system and a Professor of Nursing and Nursing School Dean, Dr. Akers seeks to support the authority in creating a robust, diverse health care workforce for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Currently serving as the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs for Covenant Journey Academy, Dr. Akers has over 14 years’ experience in higher education serving as an institutional Administrative Dean for Undergraduate Programs and as Dean and Professor for one the largest Schools of Nursing in the nation, where she taught across all program levels, including course like leadership, ethics and policy, nursing education, and programmatic assessment. In this episode, we will discuss Dr. Akers’ journey from high school to becoming a Nurse to going into leadership roles where she focuses on the next generation of nurses. Additionally, she shared with us in great detail how to become a nurse, the advantages and disadvantages of the various routes, stress and work life balance in the nursing profession, types of characteristics you need to succeed as a nurse, the pros and cons about the profession, tips to help you succeed on the NCLEX, in the nursing profession and much more. More details regarding this episode and the career of a Nurse are at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) Support the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A PGA Golf Coach's Journey - Mike Vechery
Dec 24 2023
A PGA Golf Coach's Journey - Mike Vechery
Do you love golf? Are you good at golf? Do you love teaching others? Well you may want to check out the career of a PGA Golf Coach? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Mike Vechery, a Senior Golf Pro, PGA Associate, and owner of Mike V Golf. In this episode, we will discuss how Mike became a PGA Golf Coach, the steps to becoming a Golf Coach, the Playing Ability Test, what Golf Coaches actually do on a day-to-day basis, the perks to being a PGA member, type of characteristics that you need to succeed as a Golf Coach, why some coaches fail, pros and cons about the profession, and tips to help you succeed and much more. Outside of that, I also got to speak to Mike about the commitment required to become an elite scratch golfer, and what it takes for someone young to become a pro and go on the tour. More details regarding this episode and the career of a PGA Golf Coach at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction)Guest: Mike VecheryInstagram: @mike_v_golfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikeVGolf/Phone Number: 301-642-4430 Email: mvechery@aol.comSupport the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Research Engineer's Journey - Nathan Tsou
Nov 26 2023
A Research Engineer's Journey - Nathan Tsou
Do you love physics, possess critical reasoning, and want to solve problems? Well you may want to check out the career of a research engineer? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Nathan Tsou, a research engineer who works with the J. Sterling Jones Hydraulics Laboratory at the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA’s) Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (U.S. Department of Transportation).  In this episode, we will discuss Nathan's journey from being inspired in high school to working with the U.S. DOT, the prerequisites to becoming a research engineer, importance of getting an internship and advanced degrees (Masters and PhD), types of engineers, the various tasks a research engineer performs, stress in their life, type of characteristics that help a research engineer flourish, why some research engineers fail, pros and cons about the profession, engineering judgement, and tips to help you succeed and much more.More details regarding this episode and the career of a Research Engineer at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction)Guest: Nathan TsouInstagram: @madognateEmail: nathantsou@gmail.comSupport the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Lawyer's Journey - Sumaira Shaikh
Oct 22 2023
A Lawyer's Journey - Sumaira Shaikh
Do you want to become a lawyer? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Sumaira Shaikh, a seasoned banking attorney licensed to practice law in Washington, D.C., New York, Massachusetts and Ontario, Canada.  In this episode, we will discuss Sumaira's journey from high school to working at an AM Law 100 firm, her diverse experience as a litigator and in the transactional world, prerequisites to becoming a lawyer, stress and work life balance in the legal profession, type of characteristics you need to succeed as a lawyer, pros and cons about the profession, tips to help you succeed and much more.More details regarding this episode and the career of a Lawyer at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction)Guest: Sumaira ShaikhSupport the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
A Real Estate Agent's Journey - Anthony Howard
Oct 15 2023
A Real Estate Agent's Journey - Anthony Howard
Do you want to become a Real Estate Agent? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Anthony Howard, a Real Estate Agent licensed in the states of Virginia (VA), District of Columbia (DC), Pennsylvania (PA) and Maryland (MD). In a career where most agents don't survive past one year, Anthony has found success selling homes for over seven years and in this episode, we will discuss how to become a Real Estate Agent, their day to day activities, how they earn money and how much, the type of characteristics you need to succeed, challenges, career advice and a lot more.More details regarding this episode and the career of a Real Estate Agent at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction)Guest: Anthony HowardInstagram: @theanthonyhowardEmail: anthony@ahowardrealestate.comSupport the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.
An Accountant's Journey - Ankur Chawla
Oct 15 2023
An Accountant's Journey - Ankur Chawla
Do you want to become an accountant? Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, I am joined by Ankur Chawla, an Accountant who worked with multiple accounting firms and upon obtaining over a decade of experience, built his own firm. Ankur has a diverse practice with experience in the audit, tax, compliance and advisory fields. In this episode, we will discuss his journey from a high school student to building a successful accounting practice, life at a firm, how to become an accountant in the province of Ontario, the life of an accountant during different phases of the profession, the amount of stress and work life balance in the accounting profession, the type of characteristics you need to succeed as an Accountant, pros and cons about the profession and much more. Guest InformationAnkur ChawlaAC & Partnershttps://www.acandpartners.caSupport the Show.Thank you for listening!Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.comPlease provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from!More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.