SPARK’D | A Dreambeacon Podcast
SPARK’D | A Dreambeacon Podcast
Podcast Description
SPARK’D is a podcast that dives into diverse career journeys across industries, uncovering unique stories, challenges, and insights. Each episode explores the intersection of professional growth and personal lifestyle, offering inspiration and practical advice for navigating your own path. Whether you’re seeking a career pivot, fresh ideas, or simply curious about the world of work, this podcast delivers engaging conversations with professionals from all walks of life.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of professional growth, personal development, and the unique challenges across generations, with episodes discussing topics such as the generational divide with Sharon B. Mills, the importance of intentionality in career transitions with Tanya E. Spencer, and building a legacy in entrepreneurship with Donald Ralls.
SPARK’D is a podcast that dives into diverse career journeys across industries, uncovering unique stories, challenges, and insights. Each episode explores the intersection of professional growth and personal lifestyle, offering inspiration and practical advice for navigating your own path. Whether you’re seeking a career pivot, fresh ideas, or simply curious about the world of work, this podcast delivers engaging conversations with professionals from all walks of life.
In this episode of SPARK*D, host Jabir McKnight engages with Alexander Hackett, City Councilman At-Large for Wilmington, Delaware. They discuss the importance of leadership in the community, particularly in engaging the younger generation in civic activities. Hackett shares his personal journey from education to public service, emphasizing the need for intergenerational connections and the impact of mentorship and reflects on his experiences in the corporate world and on Capitol Hill. The conversation underlines the vital role of community engagement in shaping future leaders by empowering them through career opportunities and engaging them in the political process. Hackett also addresses the challenges small businesses face in politics and the necessity of proactive involvement in community issues. He shares his vision for innovative governance that balances tradition with change, encouraging future leaders to take action and invest in their communities.
Stay connected with Alexander Hackett at www.alexanderhackett.com/ or on Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderhackett_ | https://www.instagram.com/councilmanhackett
Twitter: https://x.com/hackett4wilm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alexhackett2020
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alexander-hackett-070b21109
Stay connected with SPARK*D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedreambeaconpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedreambeaconpodcast
Check out our parent company at www.mydreambeacon.com
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Community Engagement
03:01 Personal Journey and Community Impact
06:07 Defining Leadership Through Experience
09:08 Navigating the Corporate World as a First-Gen Student
12:07 Lessons from Capitol Hill
14:56 Building Coalitions for Community Success
17:56 Innovative Campaign Strategies for Youth Engagement
23:47 Engaging the Community: A New Approach to Campaigning
28:09 Empowering the Youth: Career Opportunities and Community Engagement
32:46 Bridging the Gap: Engaging Small Businesses in Politics
39:44 Innovating Governance: Balancing Tradition and Change
41:54 Inspiring Future Leaders: The Call to Action
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