Category: Careers
Welcome to our Careers category, where you’ll discover inspiring stories and practical information about the diverse jobs blind people are successfully doing, how they navigate their roles, and the paths they took to find these opportunities. Whether you’re pursuing employment or self-employment, this section is filled with advice, insights, and real-world examples to help guide you toward your career goals. Explore this space for the encouragement and tips you need to thrive professionally.
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Book review: The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer
The art of asking: or, How I learned to stop worrying and let people help by Amanda Palmer Ted Talk This book is an extended version of Amanda Palmer’s Ted talk of the same name. You can watch it here. Reviewers Thoughts If life were a symphony, Amanda Palmer’s “The Art of Asking”…
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Podcast: Penny Forward Moving Forward with Chris Peterson
This week we have Chris Peterson, CEO of Penny Forward, on to discuss our organization’s evolution and future plans. We recount his personal journeys, the unexpected challenges like surprise babies and the COVID-19 pandemic, and how these led to the creation of Penny Forward. Our organization has developed online courses, a mobile app, and received…
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The Power of Pessimism: A Surprising Path to Success
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Hey there goal-setters and dreamers, As we pass by the midpoint of this months fresh starts and ambitious resolutions, I want to throw a curveball your way and introduce you to the unexpected hero of achievement – pessimism. Yes, you heard it right, that seemingly…
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Podcast: Homebound Horizons, Love Leading the Way with Billy and Nancy Irwin Part 2
As Penny Forward is celebrating the holiday season, we are pulling up from the archive a previously played episode that is not on our current podcast feed, with a newly added transcript. Please note above this point will appear on each Podcast related page. Below this point will be page specific information. Connect with Penny…
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Book Review: The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss
The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss Reviewers Thoughts ‘The 4-Hour Workweek’ does not set out to wave a banner for the blind or those with disabilities, but it is a gem for shaking up the way we think about work and money. As someone rooting…
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Podcast: Homebound Horizons, Love Leading the Way with Billy and Nancy Irwin Part 1
As Penny Forward is celebrating the holiday season, we are pulling up from the archive a previously played episode that is not on our current podcast feed, with a newly added transcript. Show notes This episode was recorded in the very early days of the Penny Forward podcast, and certain advertisements or information may be…
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Podcast: Diving into Development, Dialogue with Kolby Garrison
In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, hosts Liz Bottner, Chris Peterson, and MOe Carpenter interview Kolby Garrison, the development officer of the American Council of the Blind (ACB). Garrison shares her journey as a blind person, from her mainstream education to her struggles with job applications due to societal prejudices. She discusses her…
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Podcast: Pitching Possibilities Kevin Reeves’ Path in Production with I See Music
Welcome, listeners, to a brand new episode of the Penny Forward Podcast! We’re thrilled to have the remarkable Kevin Reeves with us today. Kevin, a dynamic individual with a passion for music, takes us on a journey through his fascinating life. From his experiences to the challenges he’s faced, Kevin opens up about the profound…
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Wednesday Workshop: Careers In Personal Finance Part 2 FDIC
Members Only Group Chat: Careers In Personal Finance Part 2 – the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation We are excited to invite you to our members-only group chats throughout the month of November, where we will be hosting a four-part series on “Careers in Personal Finance.” Whether you have a passion for helping individuals make, manage,…
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Podcast: Unseen Path to Real Estate Success with Gladys Morales
In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, we have the pleasure of welcoming Gladys Morales, a determined individual who is blind and forging her career path in the world of real estate. Join us as Gladys shares her inspiring journey, from dealing with vision loss in her childhood to her mission of providing housing…