Learning From Experience

Your personal brand with Sam Laubach

Sam Laubach is a brand strategist, stand-up comedian, queer advocate and devoted cat dad.

While living in New York City, Sam completed their ASU Online degree in film and media studies, which they describe as "an English degree for people who can’t read."

Hear Sam discuss developing your personal and professional brand identity and answering the infamous interview question "Tell me about yourself."

Investing in your future with Ben Ellis

Ben Ellis started at ASU as a theatre major. Then he switched to communication, a degree that has been integral to his success in real estate.

Having discovered the real estate industry during the Great Recession, Ben founded E + G Real Estate in 2013 from the bedroom of his home.

Hear his tips for "playing it big" and setting yourself up for long-term success.

Transferable skills with Karen Amos

As a junior embryologist, Karen Amos helps patients find out why they may be struggling to get pregnant.

Her work in the fertility industry is informed by an unexpected background: education.

In this episode, Karen discusses the transferable skills of leadership, communication, empathy and adaptability.

Chasing your dream with Luu Nguyen

After receiving degrees in English literature and film and media studies at ASU, Luu Nguyen loaded up her car and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dream of becoming a film editor.

There she built a successful career working for world-renowned companies like Disney, Warner Bros and Dreamworks. But her career success led her to reflect on what was really important in life.

Hear how Luu learned to prioritize her relationships and mental health, and transitioned from "dream job" to "dream life."

Passion projects with Michelle Bailey

When Michelle was a student at ASU, she wanted to be the next Lauren Conrad.

Even before social media and influencer marketing took off, her passion projects included blogging, fashion and photography.

She had no idea that those hobbies would pave the way to her current role as a content manager at Juniper Print Shop, which partners with independent artists to sell designer prints on a budget.

Taking risks with Ashlie Temple

Even after completing her undergraduate degree in psychology, Ashlie Temple wasn't sure what career path was right for her.

Now she manages clinical services across five different states as the patient care services manager for Albertsons, Safeway and Vons pharmacies.

Hear her advice on adapting, pivoting and finding your perfect career fit.

Imposter syndrome with Steven Slugocki

In 2015, Steven Slugocki was the youngest elected chairman of the Maricopa County Democratic Party.

Then, many of the people who'd initially championed his success began questioning his experience and qualifications for the role.

Hear Steven, an ASU alum with a major in political science and minor in U.S. history, discuss his experience with imposter syndrome.

Community engagement with Amanda Ventura Zink

Amanda Ventura Zink is the public affairs manager for Waymo, an autonomous driving technology company. There, she leads the public education campaign "Let's Talk Autonomous Driving." 

Every day, she thinks about how Waymo can give back with its autonomous driving technology by working with nonprofits and local communities to serve those in need.

Hear her discuss giving back to the community, finding balance in your personal and professional life and redefining what success means to you. 

Introducing: Learning from Experience

Welcome to the Learning from Experience podcast, where alumni from The College share their personal stories of successes and failures and tips for navigating the real world after graduation.