https://www.spreaker.com/show/escaping-cubicle-captivity_1enSociety & CultureCopyright Shimeka Williamshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b180e791a8d4dc79998cdcb12624aaa8.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/escaping-cubicle-captivity_1Wed, 17 Jan 2018 07:23:20 +0000Shimeka WilliamsShimeka Williamsfeeds@spreaker.comInterviews with inspiring entrepreneurs who share actionable strategies to help you escape cubicle captivity and Design The Life You WantcleanepisodicShimeka Williamsfeeds@spreaker.comInterviews with inspiring entrepreneurs who share actionable strategies to help you escape cubicle captivity and Design The Life You WantNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/mikkos2000/177-its-so-hard-to-say-goodbye 
 
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During this episode I discuss:

* The difference between "resolution" and "revolution"
* How I created successful habits for 100+ days
* How you can connect with me to start your own revolution

 
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During this episode I discuss:

* The difference between "resolution" and "revolution"
* How I created successful habits for 100+ days
* How you can connect with me to start your own revolution

 
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As we prepare to transition into a new year, I wanted to recap some of my 2017 experiences.  Instead of summarizing this years events, I decided to share some of my reflections on them.  This has definitely been an interesting year and 2017 offered me some great experiences.  I hope that you can reflect on your experiences of 2017 and say the same.
 
 ]]>http://designthelifeyouwant.com/?p=4363Mon, 25 Dec 2017 14:00:21 +0000Shimeka WilliamsMerry Christmas!   As we prepare to transition into a new year, I wanted to recap some of my 2017 experiences.  Instead of summarizing this years events, I decided to share some of my reflections on them.  This has definitely been an interesting year... 
As we prepare to transition into a new year, I wanted to recap some of my 2017 experiences.  Instead of summarizing this years events, I decided to share some of my reflections on them.  This has definitely been an interesting year and 2017 offered me some great experiences.  I hope that you can reflect on your experiences of 2017 and say the same.
 
 ]]>1220cleanfullShimeka WilliamsMerry Christmas!   As we prepare to transition into a new year, I wanted to recap some of my 2017 experiences.  Instead of summarizing this years events, I decided to share some of my reflections on them.  This has definitely been an interesting year and 2017 offered me some great experiences.  I hope that you can reflect on your experiences of 2017 and say the same.    Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/mikkos2000/174-success-undefined-with-michelle-ngom 
During this episode we discuss:

* How she overcame the sophomore jinx
* Why she decided to write this book
* What she learned about building relationships

 
Connect with Michelle
website: MichelleNgome.com
Social Media: @MichelleNgome
Books
Success Undefined: Reject Your Fears & Frame Your Success
Network, Navigate and Future: The Equation to Strategic Networking
 
 
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During this episode we discuss:

* How she overcame the sophomore jinx
* Why she decided to write this book
* What she learned about building relationships

 
Connect with Michelle
website: MichelleNgome.com
Social Media: @MichelleNgome
Books
Success Undefined: Reject Your Fears & Frame Your Success
Network, Navigate and Future: The Equation to Strategic Networking
 
 
Sponsors
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* Fewer Facebook Ads
* Free Mock-ups Drought
* Merch by Amazon
* New Tools
* Software Integrations

 
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Placeit.net
Merch by Amazon
Wordcandy.io
Teelaunch.com
Amazon.com
Etsy.com
Ebay.com
Teespring.com
 
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* Fewer Facebook Ads
* Free Mock-ups Drought
* Merch by Amazon
* New Tools
* Software Integrations

 
Mentioned in this episode
Placeit.net
Merch by Amazon
Wordcandy.io
Teelaunch.com
Amazon.com
Etsy.com
Ebay.com
Teespring.com
 
Sponsors
1004 – Visit www.startwithhatch.com/dtlyw
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Click here to learn how you can support the show at www.designthelifeyouwant.com/support-the-show]]>1873cleanfullShimeka WilliamsAfter being away from it for almost a year, I’ve noticed that quite a few things have changed.  During this episode, I share a few of the key insights that I have gathered since jumping back into this arena. * Fewer Facebook Ads * Free Mock-ups Drought * Merch by Amazon * New Tools * Software Integrations   Mentioned in this episode Placeit.net Merch by Amazon Wordcandy.io Teelaunch.com Amazon.com Etsy.com Ebay.com Teespring.com   Sponsors 1004 – Visit www.startwithhatch.com/dtlyw My Hustle Tees – Visit My Hustle Tees to get your favorite hustle inspired apparel Click here to learn how you can support the show at www.designthelifeyouwant.com/support-the-showNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/mikkos2000/172-ive-been-framed 
 
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Tips for Tortoises

* Pace yourself
* Have faith
* Remember your why

 
 
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Tips for Tortoises

* Pace yourself
* Have faith
* Remember your why

 
 
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* OJT
* Civic & Non-Profit Organizations
* 3. Professional Volunteer Opportunities

 
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Catchafire.org
 
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* OJT
* Civic & Non-Profit Organizations
* 3. Professional Volunteer Opportunities

 
Mentioned in this episode
Catchafire.org
 
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* Certificates
* Professional Certifications
* Online Courses

Mentioned in this episode:
Ed2go.com
SHRM.org
Udemy.com
CreativeLive.com
Skillshare.com
 
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* Certificates
* Professional Certifications
* Online Courses

Mentioned in this episode:
Ed2go.com
SHRM.org
Udemy.com
CreativeLive.com
Skillshare.com
 
Sponsors
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Click here to learn how you can support the show at www.designthelifeyouwant.com/support-the-show]]>1944cleanfullShimeka WilliamsIf you are over the age of 35, chances are you need some New Jack Skills.  During this episode, I share some ideas on how you can upgrade your skills, while saving time and money. * Certificates * Professional Certifications * Online Courses Mentioned in this episode: Ed2go.com SHRM.org Udemy.com CreativeLive.com Skillshare.com   Sponsors 1004 – Visit www.startwithhatch.com/dtlyw My Hustle Tees – Visit My Hustle Tees to get your favorite hustle inspired apparel Click here to learn how you can support the show at www.designthelifeyouwant.com/support-the-showNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/mikkos2000/167-what-the-quals
* State the obvious
* State the not so obvious
* Consider the skills you ignore
* Consider your transferable skills

 
Mentioned in this episode
Master Your Career Playbook by Juanita Hines
 
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* State the obvious
* State the not so obvious
* Consider the skills you ignore
* Consider your transferable skills

 
Mentioned in this episode
Master Your Career Playbook by Juanita Hines
 
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*  Know what you want
* Get help
* Make an investment

 
Mentioned in this episode
http://Flexjobs.com
Master Your Career Playbook: Resumes by Juanita Hines
 
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*  Know what you want
* Get help
* Make an investment

 
Mentioned in this episode
http://Flexjobs.com
Master Your Career Playbook: Resumes by Juanita Hines
 
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* The Creative
* The Analyst
* The Teacher
* The Speaker

Resources
Master Your Career Playbook: Resumes: Your Cheat Sheet to Writing Resumes by Juanita Hines
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* The Creative
* The Analyst
* The Teacher
* The Speaker

Resources
Master Your Career Playbook: Resumes: Your Cheat Sheet to Writing Resumes by Juanita Hines
Sponsors
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Click here to learn how you can support the show at www.designthelifeyouwant.com/support-the-show]]>1664cleanfullShimeka WilliamsSome people have a straight line of breadcrumbs. Not me. It feels like God took a piece of toast, crushed it in the palm of His hand and blew them all over the place.  As I'm preparing for a new career, this was the first area of my life that I had to address.  I don't think I can call myself multi-passionate, but I'm definitely multi-interested.  This has created some challenges in the past, but I'm hoping that these breadcrumbs will give me some insight into my future. * The Creative * The Analyst * The Teacher * The Speaker Resources Master Your Career Playbook: Resumes: Your Cheat Sheet to Writing Resumes by Juanita Hines Sponsors 1004 – Visit www.startwithhatch.com/dtlyw My Hustle Tees – Visit My Hustle Tees to get your favorite hustle inspired apparel Click here to learn how you can support the show at www.designthelifeyouwant.com/support-the-showNo