Off the Beaten Career Path

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Off the Beaten Career Path podcast, hosted by entrepreneur Katie Myers, explores the unconventional career paths of people who have blazed their own way in both corporate careers and business ownership. Episodes include conversations with industry disruptors and thought leaders to learn what they did differently to create massive success for themselves. Katie shares fresh ideas, marketing strategies and inspiration to help listeners reach the next level of their own career paths.

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May 30, 2024Episode 1936 min

19: From Law Enforcement to Soul Empowerment with Sarah Bondar

In this episode, Katie Myers welcomes Sarah Bondar, a mother, former law enforcement officer, 911 dispatcher, future attorney, and inspirational conference founder. Sarah shares about how her unique career path unfolded and how her mindset and resilience has allowed her to continue increasing her impact in the world. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Sarah Bondar: IG: @mrssarahbbondar website: www.iammade4more.co Resources: Made for More Conference Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

May 16, 2024Episode 1833 min

18: From Corporate to Coaching with Jenny Revels

In this episode, host Katie Myers welcomes Jenny Revels, a leadership and personal growth coach with a background in human resources to the podcast. Jenny shares her journey from a traditional corporate career in HR to starting her own successful coaching business. Jenny and Katie discuss the importance of exploring your individual strengths and challenges to lead to fulfillment and career success. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Jenny Revels: website: www.revelsconsulting.com Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

April 18, 2024Episode 1749 min

17: Growth through Authentic Referrals with Scott Grates

In this episode, host Katie Myers interviews Scott Grates, a national bestselling author, podcast host, entrepreneur, and coach for small business owners. Scott shares his journey from a young entrepreneur to leading multiple thriving businesses. Scott and Katie discuss the value of building relationships that lead to valuable referral sources and Scott gives listeners tips on how to build these relationships in authentic, respectful ways. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Scott Grates: Website Book: Referrals Done Right Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

April 4, 2024Episode 1630 min

16: Business Ownership, Employment and Motherhood with Christine Hopkins

In this episode, Katie Myers welcomes Christine Hopkins, a coach specializing in sex, love, relationships, and female sexuality, who shares her career story working as a HR professional while coaching women through deep personal transformations. Christine discusses how she helps women connect with their body and mind and explores sexuality as a path to healing. Katie and Christine also discuss balancing business with motherhood. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Christine Hopkins: Website : The Intuitive Unraveling IG: @theintuitiveunraveling Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

March 21, 2024Episode 1543 min

15: Freedom is at Your Fingertips with Natalie Janine Gates

Natalie Janine Gates is a career expert helping women negotiate better salaries and career advancement opportunities. Natalie Janine shares her incredible career story and encourages women to aim higher, open their minds and arms to connection and not settle for anything less than they deserve. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Natalie-Janine Gates: LinkedIn Instagram Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

March 7, 2024Episode 1446 min

14: Success through the Camera Lens with Olivia Acton

In this episode, host Katie Myers is joined by Olivia Acton, a luxury photographer from Janesville, Wisconsin. Olivia shares how she left her career in nursing to run her photography business full time. She discusses the importance of mindset shifts, mentorship, and community involvement in her growth. Katie and Olivia discuss how to approach networking events to make the most of your time there, whether you are outgoing or more introverted, and why connections are such a valuable aspect of growth. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Olivia Acton: Website Facebook Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

February 22, 2024Episode 1325 min

13: Market Your Business Like Taylor Swift

In this solo episode, host Katie Myers shares her newfound admiration for Taylor Swift and describes how the a global music icon is a marketing role model anyone looking to advance and grow their own offerings. Katie breaks down six key strategies Taylor Swift uses in her personal branding and explains how small business owners can applies these techniques to their own growth. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios

February 8, 2024Episode 1228 min

12: There's No Business Without Sales & Marketing

In this solo episode, host Katie Myers motivates listeners to change their mindset around sales and marketing. Katie explains why this is crucial for business success and growth and why being the best at your offerings is not enough in business ownership. Katie challenges listeners to shift their thinking and reframe the sales process as a way to help more people. Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠

January 25, 2024Episode 1152 min

11: Katie's Unique Career Story

In this solo episode, host Katie Myers tells the story of her unique career path and explains how each step along the way led her to a life that she loves today as a successful business owner. Katie shares what inspires her to create this podcast and gives listeners valuable perspectives on how to make changes when needed and how to celebrate the opportunities that every job can provide to build non-traditional career path. Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠ Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠

January 11, 2024Episode 1033 min

10: Turning Conflict into a Career with Diana Pastrana

In this episode, host Katie Myers interviews Diana Pastrana, owner of Defyne, LLC, a company that provides tools and support for business leaders to confidently manage conflict and change so their organization can maximize their effectiveness. Diana shares how her work as an ombudsman has the power to change a company’s workforce mentality, create psychological safety and improve communication. Host: Katie Myers Producers: Jamie Gale and Katie Myers Off the Beaten Career Path is a Lit Path Studios Production. ⁠www.litpathstudios.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@litpathstudios⁠ Contact Katie Myers: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ IG: ⁠@the_katie_myers⁠ Connect with Diana Pastrana: Defyne, LLC Website LinkedIn