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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Miller interviews Nick Carrier about his journey from finance to fitness training, as well as discussing the challenges, successes, and strategies for building a successful career in the fitness industry.

You'll discover the ups and downs of transitioning careers, the importance of intentional choices, and the key traits of a thriving fitness trainer. Learn about the differences between group and individual training, the various payment models for fitness trainers, and the essential steps for starting your own fitness training business.

You will hear about how Nick built his 10 Week Transformation Program, his transition to online coaching, and the future of the fitness industry. You'll walk away from this episode with valuable insights for making intentional career decisions and thriving in the health and fitness field.

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Key Points:

• Starting as a finance major but discovering his passion for fitness after becoming a certified personal trainer
• Different types of trainers
• Key traits for succeeding in the fitness industry
• Key challenges you'll face as a personal trainer
• Nick created his own 10 Week Transformation Program
• Business expenses including certification, liability insurance, and marketing costs

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Guest Bio:

Nick Carrier is a Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Fitness Nutrition Specialist that has coached 5,000+ fitness classes and hosted 10+ fitness events to help busy professionals lose body fat and build muscle.

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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Miller interviews Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, about her career journey and insights on being a successful HR leader. They discuss the changing nature of HR, key skills needed, and advice for aspiring HR professionals.

Join us as Anita Grantham shares her unconventional career path to becoming a prominent Chief Human Resource Officer. From insights on balancing personal and professional life to leveraging AI for employee satisfaction, Anita's story is a must-listen for aspiring HR leaders.

Discover how she navigates challenges, invests in self-development, and drives organizational success by aligning HR priorities with company objectives.

Key Points:

• The future of HR and AI
• Day-to-day as a head of HR
• The fundamentals of HR that will never change
• Getting out of HR to become a better HR leader
• Why HR leaders burn out and how Anita avoids it
• Key skills and experiences that will accelerate your career
• The importance of business acumen and strategy for HR leaders
• Anita's career path, from med school and selling jewelry on a cruise ship to landing an HR role

Guest Bio:

Anita Grantham is currently serving as Head of HR at BambooHR. She previously held HR leadership roles at Pluralsight and Infusionsoft.

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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller shares why perseverance and hard work will ALWAYS set you apart in the professional world. You'll also hear valuable tips on intentionally advancing your career with focus and inspiration.

Best Moments:

(01:02) The 5th main reason WHY people get HIRED is because they demonstrate GRIT, determination, and a strong work ethic

(03:47) Having unrelenting grit IS a skill set and competency anyone can develop

(04:06) Your work ethic is worth more than your innate intelligence or talent

(05:02) Use your resourcefulness and initiative (your "R and I") to solve problems and figure things out

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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller continues to share another reason WHY people get HIRED so that you can position yourself to land that DREAM job!

This time, it's all about the gaps in your resume. You'll also learn how to address past job terminations in interviews and the importance of embracing life's challenges on your career journey.

Best Moments:

(01:34) One of the top reasons WHY people get HIRED — they DON'T hide their gaps

(02:01) NEVER lie about the gaps in your resume — be upfront and take responsibility

(03:34) Consider sharing how you spent that time between jobs, it may just be your greatest strength

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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller shares about the importance of having a track record that makes hiring managers confident that you're the best person for the job.

You'll also hear about gaining clarity on when to quit a job, exploring new career avenues, and asking pivotal questions for strategic decision-making in your professional life.

Best Moments:

(02:19) If you have limited, RELEVANT work experience, talk experiences that demonstrate DESIRABLE qualities like responsibility, work ethic, dealing with conflict, etc.

(02:49) Be ready to talk specifics — metrics, numbers, and results WITHOUT exaggerating

(04:53) Scott shares an example from his own career of how he clearly talks about his KILLER track record

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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller shares a MASSIVE reason why people get hired — because of what you can do for your company, not yourself. You'll also hear about establishing a solid track record and implementing career transition strategies that will boost your employment prospects.

This episode will teach you how to stand out in the job market and increase your chances of landing your DREAM job!

Best Moments:

(01:30) People get hired because they deliberately focus on what they can do for the company versus themselves

(01:50) Many job candidates are too focused on their own needs like benefits, work culture, etc. rather than communicating how they will contribute to the company

(02:47) You need to thoroughly research the company's goals and priorities to convince them why you should be hired

(03:23) Know what you do exceptionally better than others

(04:53) Be able to clearly explain why you are the best person for the job opening using the company's language and referring to their goals

(05:24) Only after you've made a strong case for why you should be hired should you discuss your own needs

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In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller shares the #1 REASON WHY people get HIRED! You'll hear about how your emotional intelligence plays a huge role in the recruiting and interview process.

Don't miss Scott's pro tips on infusing energy into interviews, enhancing emotional intelligence, and fostering meaningful conversations to boost your career prospects.

Best Moments:

(01:22) People that get hired are ENGAGING personally

(01:49) "I gotta bring my all because I I know some people that are much more talented than I am, certainly more well educated, but they have a really energy draining personality"

(02:40) The Barbecue Factor — what you're like as a guest at a party

(04:35) Know when to match the energy of your interviewer

(05:24) Get comfortable with being uncomfortable

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