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by JR Lowry, PathWise.io
Each of us has a unique career story to tell. For the lucky few, their career trajectories are like rockets heading for the stars, with no turning back. More typically, our career paths are more like a game of Chutes and Ladders, with advances and setbacks along the way. On this podcast, guests from a range of industries and backgrounds share their career journeys and the lessons they've learned. Hear from C-level executives, leading academics, entrepreneurs, mid-level leaders, ex-military members, leadership coaches and other career experts, non-profit workers, and gig economy participants. Each guest shares their unique story and career insights to inform and inspire your own path. Career Sessions is part of PathWise.io. Whether you’re just a few years out of school or well into your professional life, PathWise helps you live the career you deserve. PathWise provides comprehensive career and professional development coaching, content, courses, and community, backed by a group of leading coaches and career management experts. Career Sessions’ host, James (J.R.) Lowry, has had multiple careers of his own and learned countless lessons along the way. A Duke engineer by background, he spent the early part of his career as an officer in the US Air Force . From there, J.R. earned an MBA from Harvard Business School to accelerate his transition into the private sector. Following grad school, he spent over a decade with the consulting firm, McKinsey and Company, working with clients across a range of industries and business situations. He then made a second career shift into financial services, spending time at Fidelity Investments and State Street Bank. Most recently, he joined Janus Henderson Investments as their Chief Operating Officer. Multiple leadership development programs honed his skills, advanced his career, and fueled his desire to help others with their professions. He hosts this podcast in a personal capacity, and any views expressed are his own and not those of his current or any former employer.
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- 4 days ago31 min
*How to Escape Overwhelm and Redefine Success with, Corrie LoGiudice
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- 1 weeks ago33 min
*Why Success Can Destroy a Company, with Eric Ries
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- 2 weeks ago31 min
*How Successful People Actually Think About Risk, Failure and Opportunity, With Kyle Austin Young
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- 3 weeks ago33 min
The Hidden Cost Of Loneliness At Work, With Tracy Brower
We often talk about burnout, quiet quitting and disengagement at work, but underneath these trends is something deeper: loneliness. In this episode of Career Sessions, Tracy Brower joins JR to unpack the growing crisis of disconnection at work and why it’s affecting everything from performance to mental health.They cover:Why loneliness is rising in the age of remote work and social mediaWhy work is still the #1 place people build friendshipsHow leaders can create belongingThe need for both strong ties and weak tiesHow to build a network that actually leads to opportunitiesSimple ways to feel more connected starting todayThis conversation breaks down the science of connection and how it shapes your career, relationships, and sense of purpose.Subscribe and follow Career Sessions on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/tracy-brower.For more career guidance and resources, subscribe to my member community at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
- May 4, 202630 min
*Why Rest Is the Original Performance Tool, With Nathalie Walton
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- Apr 27, 202632 min
How To Explore Careers Without Guesswork, With Gabe DeSanti & Alex Dworsky
In this episode of Career Sessions, Career Lessons, JR Lowry sits down with Gabriel DeSanti and Alex Dworsky, co-founders of Staj, a platform built around a simple but powerful idea: What if you could experience a career before committing to it? They explore why traditional career decision-making is often based on limited information and how that leads many people to feel misaligned years into their careers. Drawing on Gabe’s experience trying nearly 200 different jobs and Alex’s background in corporate America, they discuss how career exploration can shift from guesswork to intentional experimentation.They cover:Why most people choose careers without truly understanding themHow short-term “career experiments” can provide clarityPractical ways to explore new industries without prior experienceWhy curiosity and initiative matter more than a perfect resumeHow to build credibility quickly when pivoting careersThe role of networking and real-world exposure in unlocking opportunitiesThey also share insights from building Staj and what they’re learning about how people test and transition into new paths. If you’re early in your career or considering a pivot, this conversation is for you.Follow Career Sessions for weekly insightful episodes just like this.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/gabe-desanti-alex-dworsky/.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
- Apr 20, 202630 min
How To Act Like An Owner: Building Engagement, Accountability, And Meaningful Work, With Greg Hawks
In this episode of Career Sessions, J.R. Lowry sits down with author, speaker, and culture expert Greg Hawks to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing organizations today: Why are so many people disengaged at work—and what actually changes that? Greg introduces the concept of the “ownership mindset,” a powerful shift in how individuals approach their work and how leaders build environments where people feel invested, accountable, and motivated. Drawing on decades of experience working with organizations, Greg explains why most employees start with energy and intention—but often lose it over time—and what both individuals and leaders can do to bring it back. They discuss:What it really means to “act like an owner” (and why it has nothing to do with your title)The difference between owners, renters, and vandals in the workplaceWhy engagement breaks down—and how culture often unintentionally discourages initiativeThe five “unlocks” that help individuals and teams build ownership and accountabilityHow leaders can re-engage employees who’ve stopped investing their energyWhy values only matter when they are consistently lived—not just statedHow to think about ownership not just in your role, but across your entire career Greg also shares practical tools—from identifying where you’re placing blame to making small, consistent changes that compound over time—to help you take greater ownership of your work and your future. If you’ve ever felt stuck, disengaged, or frustrated by your work environment, this conversation offers a clear and actionable framework for reclaiming control, finding meaning, and building a more fulfilling career. Follow Career Sessions so you never miss an episode.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/greg-hawks/.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
- Apr 13, 202631 min
What Actually Gets You Hired and Promoted, With Mary Olson Menzel
In this episode of Career Sessions, JR Lowry sits down with coach, speaker, and bestselling author Mary Olson Menzel to explore a question many professionals wrestle with: What does it really mean to build a career that lights you up and is it realistic to do so?Mary challenges the conventional wisdom that playing it safe is the responsible path. Drawing from both personal experience and her work with clients, she argues that ignoring what energizes you can come at a much higher cost over time.They discuss:What Mary calls your “light” and why it’s a real competitive advantageWhy employers often choose energy and authenticity over credentialsHow to balance passion with financial responsibility using the concept of IkigaiPractical strategies for navigating job searches in a difficult marketHow to know when it’s time to pivot and how to do it thoughtfullyThe role of storytelling and networking in standing outMary also shares actionable tools from building a targeted job search strategy to tracking your own “light” through daily reflection. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure what’s next, this conversation offers a practical and grounded path forward – one that doesn’t force you to choose between purpose and stability.Follow Career Sessions so you never miss an episode.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/mary-olson-menzel/.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/
About Career Sessions
Each of us has a unique career story to tell. For the lucky few, their career trajectories are like rockets heading for the stars, with no turning back. More typically, our career paths are more like a game of Chutes and Ladders, with advances and setbacks along the way. On this podcast, guests from a range of industries and backgrounds share their career journeys and the lessons they've learned. Hear from C-level executives, leading academics, entrepreneurs, mid-level leaders, ex-military members, leadership coaches and other career experts, non-profit workers, and gig economy participants. Each guest shares their unique story and career insights to inform and inspire your own path. Career Sessions is part of PathWise.io. Whether you’re just a few years out of school or well into your professional life, PathWise helps you live the career you deserve. PathWise provides comprehensive career and professional development coaching, content, courses, and community, backed by a group of leading coaches and career management experts. Career Sessions’ host, James (J.R.) Lowry, has had multiple careers of his own and learned countless lessons along the way. A Duke engineer by background, he spent the early part of his career as an officer in the US Air Force . From there, J.R. earned an MBA from Harvard Business School to accelerate his transition into the private sector. Following grad school, he spent over a decade with the consulting firm, McKinsey and Company, working with clients across a range of industries and business situations. He then made a second career shift into financial services, spending time at Fidelity Investments and State Street Bank. Most recently, he joined Janus Henderson Investments as their Chief Operating Officer. Multiple leadership development programs honed his skills, advanced his career, and fueled his desire to help others with their professions. He hosts this podcast in a personal capacity, and any views expressed are his own and not those of his current or any former employer.
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