Doing it Well is a podcast that delves into the lives and professions of others; however conventional or unconventional they may be. We learn about their hustle, how they got to where they are, tips of the trade, what they actually do on a day-to-day, if it makes them happy, and most importantly----how they find humor in their daily grind. Listen, learn, laugh, gain some empathy and get inspired.
Meagan Metcalf (Lighting Designer) - Being Selective on Opportunity, Transferable Skills, Schedules, Project Management, Finding the Best Seat in the House
Meagan is a Lighting Designer based in Oregon. She has worked in live music and event production since her college days, and her primary focus is now on touring concert production. She has worked directly with artists such as Christina Aguilera, Sheryl Crow, Bob Weir, Metric, St. Vincent, Death Cab for Cutie, Fleet Foxes, Kings of Leon, Modest Mouse and many more. We chat about: - What lead to the pursuit of the lighting profession - Turning down her first car - Advertising - Se...
28 Dec 2021
Rachel Lynn Sebastian (Medium) - Talking to Spirits, Managing Her Gift, Mediumship School, Running a Business and Addressing Naysayers
Rachel is a clairaudient, clairsentient and clapiraient. She serves as a spiritual teacher, trans medium and shaman and is the founder of the Shamanic School of Mediumship: teaching psychic souls how to step into shamanic mediumship as an awakening tool, lifestyle and business choice. https://www.rachellynnsebastian.com/ https://www.rachellynnsebastian.com/shamanic-school-of-mediumship https://www.youtube.com/rachellynnsebastian In our wonderful conversation, I witness Rachel speaking and ...
22 Dec 2021
Elfy Hasaan (Hotel Butler) - Academic Expectations, Tapping into Passion, Putting Customer First
Elfy Hassan has built a career focused on creating amazing customer experiences. Having worked for both F&B and high-end retail brands, he went on to be a Customer Service Agent for United Airlines before joining the cabin crew of Jetstar International. Realizing that he likes a challenge, but doesn’t necessarily like one at 33,000 feet, Elfy pivoted to the hospitality sector in 2016, and now serves as Senior Butler for a reputable 5 star hotel in Singapore. We discuss: - Hardwork - Tak...
8 Nov 2021
Jeremy Bates (Best-Selling Author) - When Inspiration Strikes, Teaching English, The Dark Side to The Craft, Book Signings
USA TODAY and #1 AMAZON overall bestselling author Jeremy Bates has published more than twenty novels and novellas, which have been translated into several languages, optioned for film and TV, and downloaded more than one million times. Midwest Book Review compares his work to “Stephen King, Joe Lansdale, and other masters of the art.” He has won both an Australian Shadows Award and a Canadian Arthur Ellis Award. He was also a finalist in the Goodreads Choice Awards, the only major book award...
1 Nov 2021
Carlo Conde (IT Nerd) - Netflix, Internet Safety, Parental Expectations, How You Can't Hide Your Junk From Your IT Folk
Carlo Conde has been in the IT Industry for almost 20 years. He has worked with different multinational tech companies such as HP, BlackBerry, TripAdvisor, and Netflix. At the time of recording, Carlo was still employed at Netflix however has recently moved on working for a private equity firm in Singapore. We discuss: - His love for music and the number of interest he had growing up before landing his career in the IT space - Switching majors - A stint in Mc Donald's - Parental press...
25 Oct 2021
Aleeya Hachem (Sexologist/Fertility Counselor) - Spotting BS with Clients, Essential Skills to Become a Sexologist, Performance Anxiety
Aleeya Hachem is a Sexologist and Fertility Counselor in Melbourne. She is passionate about normalising the conversation around sex, pleasure and fertility. Aleeya has a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ clients, as well as clients experiencing sexual issues relating to fertility and pregnancy. She holds a membership with the Society of Australian Sexologists (SAS) and Fertility Society of Australia (FSA.) Her passion is working with individuals and couples going through the fertilit...
18 Oct 2021
Aminah Diab (Air Traffic Controller) - Job Responsibilities, Training, Problem Solving, Auditory Relationships with Pilots
Aminah Diab is a Safety Officer for Air Traffic Control in Abu Dhabi and was previously an Air Traffic Controller in Singapore and Qatar. We chat about: Childhood ambition Interest in a variety of possible careers and how it could change any given day of the weekRequirements to get into the fieldJob responsibilitiesTrainingHierarchyWorking hoursSalary and CompensationProblem Solving Career growthTransactional relationships
11 Oct 2021
Amber Maalouf (Photographer) - Freelance, Doing What Feels Natural, Asking for Money Owed, Facing Fears and Looking Forward
Amber Maalouf is a free lance photographer based in Los Angeles. She has shot editorials for brands such as: Volcom, Air France, Pac Sun, and The Kooples to name a few. We discuss her symbiotic relationship with her twin sister, her fascination and love for animals, and how doing what you love isn't always easy. https://ambermaalouf.com/ Inspiration and how photography came into her life Twin lifeWork ethicHigh school and early graduationAnalog vs DigitalNicheCollaborating with ...
27 Sept 2021
Jane Nguyen (Activist) Homelessness, K-town For All, Career Path - How It Isn’t Always Linear and That’s Okay
Jane Nguyen is a co-founder and organizer with K-town for All, leading outreach and policy advocacy since May 2018 when the organization was founded to counter-protest protesters of a proposed homeless shelter in Koreatown, Los Angeles. She is also the Campaign Manager of Kenneth Mejia for LA City Controller 2022. ktownforall.org / mejiaforcontroller.com We chat: - Figuring life out - Asian American stereotypes - Freedom of choice - Rebellion - Figuring out what to do with colle...
20 Sept 2021
Josephine de La Baume (Actress) - Ambition, Handling Egos, Divorce, Finding Beauty at Every Turn
Josephine de La Baume is an Actress, Singer, and Model based in London. She has appeared in films such as The Hitman's Bodyguard, Rush, Kiss of the Damned, Listen Up Philip, Johnny English Reborn and currently streaming on Netflix, Madame Claude. She is also the lead singer to her band, Film Noir and is currently working on writing her first screenplay. We discuss: - Getting kicked out of boarding school - Life changing moments - Love for cinema and discovery musical tastes - Divorce ...
13 Sept 2021
Daniel Arias (Mortgage Broker) - Why Not to Lie to Your Mortgage Broker, How to Get Started in Mortgage Lending, Tips for a First Time Home Buyer, Job Satisfaction
Daniel Arias is based in Los Angeles, and has held various positions in the financial services industry and currently is am Mortgage Broker and Team Leader to a team of mortgage professionals. He along with his team are responsible for consulting and guiding clients through the home lending process and making their dreams come true. https://wefundla.net/ We chat: Growing up with a family of educatorsFirst loansMentorsIntimate role a mortgage lender playsResponsibilitiesCompensa...
6 Sept 2021
George Warren (Executive Coach) - What is Coaching, Pushing Comfort Levels, Being Your Own Boss, Environment
George Warren is an Executive coach and coach trainer based in the UK. We delve into his love for travel, and how a successful career in Sales morphed into a passion to inspire and to help leaders and aspiring leaders find clarity around their purpose in and outside of their careers. https://www.georgewarrencoaching.com/ We chat about: - Comfort Zone - Living a life with no regrets - Risk Taking - Travel - Changing careers - Passion - Coaching Career - How to become a coach - Difference b...
6 Sept 2021
Sieva Jackson (Expat Wife) - Stereotypes, Opportunity, Equal Partnership
Sieva Jackson is an Expat Wife to a General Manager to a large chain of hotels who has lived all over the world; and is currently based in Germany. We chat about a number of things which include embracing the opportunities she has been so lucky to have, and not taking it for granted. We talk about: The struggle and the weight of being categorized as an 'Expat Wife' and a world of assumptions and stereotypes that come with itExpat packageAdjusting and preparing for new movesMaking friends a...
3 Sept 2021
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In our very first episode, I give you taste of what's to come, why you should listen, and what the Doing it Well Podcast is about anyway. Hosted by yours truly, Carlene Warren.
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