Degrees of Success Podcast
Degrees of Success Podcast
Podcast Description
With over 1 million alumni, the University of Phoenix has helped shape a diverse group of successful professionals. Join our host, Freda Richards, as she interviews successful alumni to uncover the personal stories, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped their careers. Learn how education—especially through online learning—has played a key role in their achievements.
Degrees of Success dives into the journeys of those who turned their degrees into real-world success, providing valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to enhance their career, overcome obstacles, or leverage education for personal growth.
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The podcast explores a range of themes including career transitions, leadership development, and personal growth. Episodes cover inspiring topics such as overcoming adversity in military service, navigating challenges in healthcare leadership, and adapting to new roles in law enforcement, all while emphasizing the transformative power of education.
Behind every college degree is a story. At University of Phoenix, those stories often include a few twists that teach some powerful life lessons. Join us as we sit down with University of Phoenix alumni to discuss their journeys to success, including the adversity, the triumph and the insights you can apply to your own life and career. The stories of accomplishments of these incredible alumni will be shared through both video format on the University of Phoenix YouTube channel and in audio format in all the places you get your podcasts. Tune in for stories of how online students reached their educational dreams and hear their insights on career success.
Join us in this inspiring episode of the Degrees of Success podcast featuring Dr. Rose Lorenzo. In this conversation, Dr. Rose Lorenzo shares her journey through education and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, emotional intelligence, and the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. She discusses her extensive background in financial services and her commitment to helping small business owners thrive. The conversation also highlights the innovative Hackathon Junior program, which aims to improve emotional intelligence in children through technology and teamwork. In this conversation, Dr. Rose Lorenzo discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in children, the impact of technology on social skills, and the need for a balance between screen time and extracurricular activities.
⭐️ Key takeaways from this episode:
✓ Education is a continuous journey, and pursuing higher degrees can open new opportunities.
✓ Mentorship is crucial for the success of entrepreneurs.
✓ Female entrepreneurs face unique challenges, including a lack of collaboration and support.
✓ Failure should be viewed as a learning opportunity rather than a setback.
✓ The pandemic has negatively impacted children’s mental health and socialization.
✓ Technology should be balanced with physical activities and team sports.
✓ Understanding the right business structure is crucial for protecting personal assets.
✓ Mentorship can guide new entrepreneurs through critical decisions.
✓ It’s not always about the money in business.
✓ Hackathon Junior aims to bridge the gap between technology and emotional intelligence in children.
📖 Chapters:
Jump to Key Moments
00:00 – Opening Vision
00:38 – Guest Intro: Dr. Rose Lorenzo
01:46 – From Law Aspirations to Education
03:33 – Hackathon Jr. is Born 05:06 – Emotional Intelligence Through Tech
06:58 – Success Stories & Impact
07:57 – Event Format & COVID Shift
09:00 – App Creation & Carbon Footprint Tool
10:53 – Summer Coding Camps
12:51 – The Power of Innovation in Kids
14:00 – Emotional Intelligence in Practice
16:00 – Pringles Challenge & Team Building
18:00 – Post-COVID Social Struggles
20:00 – Parent Advice & Sports Benefits
21:19 – Track and Field Life Lessons
23:00 – UOP Support & Dr. Lorenzo’s Journey
04:57 – I2O Academy & Entrepreneurial Vision
26:45 – Giving Youth Purpose & Direction
27:17 – Generation Hopelessness & the Need for Change
28:00 – Her Quantitative Study and Academic Struggles
29:26 – Closing Reflections
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