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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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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…
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Reframing Success in the Blind Community: It’s More Than Just Blindness Skills
A Message From Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson This week I read several articles quoting Michael Gervais,, a psychologist and author of “The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think of You”, coming out in print, e-book and audiobook on December fifth. I’m excited to read and review this book…
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Wednesday Workshop: Careers In Personal Finance Part 1
Careers In Personal Finance Part 1: Financial Advisor or Financial Planner 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, or grow their money, or…
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From Overwhelm to Overachievement: Reframe, Redefine, Succeed
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson Last week, I wrote about the importance of conquering our own limiting beliefs to pave the way for a financially secure and comfortable life. Today, let’s chat about another hurdle we often need to tackle – conquering the limiting beliefs of others. It’s not always…
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Financial Sense¢: From Avon to Amway, Profits or Pitfalls?
Thankyou for Attending! We were excited to bring you the latest installment of our Financial Sense¢ program, and last week, we had an engaging and thought-provoking topic in store for you. In a world where side hustles had become the norm, it was essential to navigate the landscape with informed decisions. Last week, we dove…
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Wednesday Workshop: Nurturing Career and Family Finances
October’s Financial Odyssey Part 2 – Nurturing Career and Family Finances “We continued our exciting adventure, delving deep into the intricacies of managing your finances through the ever-changing seasons of adulthood. Just like nature transitioned from Spring to Summer to Fall, so did our financial needs and aspirations transform over time. ☀️ Part 2 (Oct.…