In this episode of 'This Kaleidoscope Career,'host Helen Jonsen is joined by Kym McNicholas, CEO of the Global PAD Association. Kym shares her remarkable career journey that spans from being ashy college student aspiring to become an athletic trainer, to becoming aprofessional water skier, sports, tech and business journalist, and now anadvocate for Peripheral Artery Disease awareness.

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The conversation delves deep into Kym’sexperiences in journalism, her pivotal moments, and the profound impact she ismaking in the field of global health. Listeners will be inspired by Kym’sunwavering passion, her bold transitions throughout her career, and hercommitment to saving lives through early diagnosis and awareness of PAD.

The episode also touches upon Kym’s personalanecdotes, including her transformative moments in broadcasting, her innovativeapproaches in healthcare advocacy, and her relentless drive to createmeaningful change in the world.

Kym McNicholas https://www.linkedin.com/in/kymmcnicholas/

00:00 Introduction to the Kaleidoscope Career

01:37 Meet Kym McNicholas: A Journey fromShyness to Broadcasting

02:32 Kym's Early Career: From Athletic Trainingto Radio

05:12 Breaking into Sports Journalism andBroadcasting

09:16 Transition to Business and TechnologyReporting

12:02 The Energy News Live Experience

16:56 From Local TV to Silicon Valley

21:45 Advocacy and the Global PAD Association

36:43 Personal Reflections and FutureAspirations

44:19Conclusion and Farewell

Navigating This Kaleidoscope Career with FranHauser

In this episode of 'This Kaleidoscope Career,'host Helen Jonsen converses with Fran Hauser, a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and bookstore owner.

She is passionate about helping women acceleratein their careers by writing, speaking, investing in women’s start-up ventures, and in book consulting.

Fran discusses her diverse trajectory, startingfrom her early days in accounting and evolving through various corporate roles at companies like Coca-Cola and Time Inc. where she was in the C-suite as head of digital.

She delves into her transition to startupinvesting, driven by a desire to support female entrepreneurs, and later becoming an author. Her first book 'The Myth of The Nice Girl' became a best seller and is still fueling conversations about women at work. Her third is expected later in 2025.

Fran also talks about her latest venture as abookstore owner and the importance of storytelling, community and family.

Helen and Fran explore the common themes andthrough lines that have guided Fran's journey, focusing on her advocacy for women and her passion for storytelling.

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Podcast timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Mission

00:27 Welcome to This Kaleidoscope Career

01:22 Meet Fran Hauser

01:44 Fran's Career Journey

03:23 Transition to Startup Investing

04:17 Writing and Advocacy

16:19 The Myth of The Nice Girl

22:13 Balancing Leadership and Authenticity

24:43 Book Bound Podcast and Bookstore

26:10 Reading Like Writers

26:41 Workshops and Bookstore Dreams

27:40 Opening the Bookstore in Record Time

29:42 Building Community and Author Networks

30:52 Navigating the Challenges of BookstoreOperations

34:41 Publishing Workshops and Programs

38:13 Speed Round: Fun and Personal Insights

41:17 Family and Personal Life

44:52 Advice for Women with Kaleidoscope Careers

47:30Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Nikki Green is a Life and Business Resiliency Expert who has worked in the international business industry for more than 20 years. Empowering young people to reach their full potential is her greatest passion, and as an inspiring keynote speaker, Nikki will motivate your organization or event attendees.

With her company, Green Chameleon Collective, Nikki has dedicated her life to assisting others in overcoming the fear of following their dreams. She has worked with several notable C-Level executives in top Silicon Valley companies. Nikki received double promotions in two different Fortune 500 companies and The Golden Microphone Award. A four-time published author, she hosts the podcast “Stand Up & Stand Out” and has been featured in USA Today, Podcast Magazine, and Authority Magazine.

Nikki earned her master’s in international business administration from California State University, Hayward. An avid traveler, she has visited more than 14 countries and over half of the United States. Nikki lives outside Chicago, where she enjoys running and has completed seven marathons, three ultras, and dozens of triathlons across three continents.

Find out more about Nikki at the Green Chameleon Collective