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That Pivotal Moment of Change
That Pivotal Moment of Change
"That Pivotal Moment of Change" is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the often winding and unpredictable paths that define our careers. In …
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Dare to Suck: Philip VanDusen on Creativity, Career Reinvention, and the Power of Personal Branding

In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, I sit down with Philip VanDusen, a creative visionary whose career journey is a testament to the power of reinvention. From his early days as a fine artist selling prints at s...

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Dare to Suck: Philip VanDusen on Creativity, Career Reinvention, and the Power of Personal Branding

Episodes

Nov. 19, 2024

Episode 1: Bob Schwartz on Purpose, Risk, and the Power of Networking

In this episode, Bob reflects on how a creative upbringing, a passion for design, mentorship, and the power of networking paved his path from hands-on design to impactful leadership. From overcoming career setbacks to cultiva...
Dec. 3, 2024

The Meta-Mission of Leadership: Jack Teuber on Trust, Mentorship, and Crafting a Career You Want

In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Jack Teuber shares the story of his remarkable career journey, spanning from Capitol Hill journalist to leading PwC’s in-house creative agency during a transformative era for ...
Dec. 10, 2024

Episode 3: Listening, Learning, and Leading: Authentic Relationships and Bright Spots with Susie Hall

In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, we sit down with Susie Hall, President of Community and Customer Engagement at Aquent, to explore the transformative power of kindness, curiosity, and authentic relationships in leadership. Over her 25-year journey, Susie has mastered the art of bui…
Dec. 17, 2024

Episode 4: Building Bold Futures: Catt Small on Diversity, Craft, and Personal Growth

In this episode, Catt Small, a staff designer and founder of the Games Devs of Color Expo, shares her journey from graphic design to UX mastery. She reflects on her growth as a designer, emphasizing the importance of empathy,...
Jan. 7, 2025

Episode 5: Paul Strike on Leadership, Empathy, Strategy, and Execution

This week, I’m thrilled to welcome Paul Strike, a UX and digital experience leader who has spent over a decade shaping transformative design strategies. In our conversation, Paul takes us on a journey through his career, star...
Jan. 14, 2025

Episode 6: Richard Dalton on Smarter Teams, Feedback, Seamless Design, and Visionary Leadership

In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Richard Dalton, Head of Design for Consumer at Verizon, reflects on the twists and turns that shaped his remarkable career. From navigating career pivots to embracing leadersh...

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Mandy | Dec. 8, 2024

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"Love the career stories and insights. Always refreshing to hear people talk about how they got to where they are!"

Blake | Dec. 19, 2024