Career Development Episodes

Career clarity and momentum for instructional designers and educators—covering job search strategies, skill-building, confidence, and navigating diverse paths and industries.
GCU Alumni Interview With Shane Wolfe
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Feb. 25, 2024

GCU Alumni Interview With Shane Wolfe

Welcome to episode 16 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing a recent graduate of the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at GCU, Shane Wolfe. In this interview, Shane shares his overall experiences with the classes he completed in the program and advice that he has for current students who are completing the program. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts and guests to connect. Disclaimer:...
Expert Interview With Amanda Guerrero
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Feb. 11, 2024

Expert Interview With Amanda Guerrero

Welcome to episode 15 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Amanda Guerrero, an instructional designer, about her experiences working in the industry. I currently have the pleasure of working with Amanda in the same department, so we had an opportunity to discuss that as well. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts and guests to connect. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchas...
Expert Interview With Jackie Moran
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Jan. 28, 2024

Expert Interview With Jackie Moran

Welcome to episode 14 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Jackie Moran, a manager and instructional design expert, about her experiences working in the industry. We also discussed how she progressed in her career from being an instructional designer to a curriculum manager, where she manages a team, and what her experiences are like with being in a leadership role. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts ...
Expert Interview With Sean Sullivan
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Nov. 19, 2023

Expert Interview With Sean Sullivan

Welcome to episode 13 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Sean Sullivan, a director and instructional design expert, about his experiences working in the industry. We also discussed how he progressed in his career from being an instructional designer, curriculum manager, and now a curriculum director for a large department, and what his experiences are like with being in a leadership role. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join Pod...
GCU Alumni Interview With Chris Phelps
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Sept. 24, 2023

GCU Alumni Interview With Chris Phelps

Welcome to episode 10 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing a recent graduate of the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at GCU, Chris Phelps. In this interview, Chris shares his overall experiences with the classes he completed in the program and advice that he has for current students who are completing the program. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts and guests to connect. Disclaimer...
Expert Interview With Ruth Douthitt
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Aug. 27, 2023

Expert Interview With Ruth Douthitt

Welcome to episode 8 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Ruth Douthitt, a curriculum developer and instructional design expert, about her experiences working in the industry. Ruth and I also currently work for the same organization and are on the same team. We have the opportunity to work on various projects together, which is so much fun. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts and guests to connect. Dis...
Expert Interview With Anthony Clark
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July 30, 2023

Expert Interview With Anthony Clark

Welcome to episode 6 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Anthony Clark, an instructional designer and learning and development expert, about his experiences working in the industry. Anthony and I also had the opportunity to work together, which was a great experience for both of us. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts and guests to connect. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a...
How to Incorporate Christian Principles Into Your Work
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July 16, 2023

How to Incorporate Christian Principles Into Your Work

Welcome to episode 5 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I share how to incorporate Christian principles into your everyday work. In the podcast, I cover several principles, such as servant leadership, the fruit of the Spirit as outlined in the Bible, and how our work matters to God. 📑 References: Work, T. O. (2023, February 24). 10 key points about work in the Bible every Christian should know | Theology of Work . Theology of Work. https://www.theologyofwork.org/resources/what-does-the-bi...
GCU Alumni Interview With Jessie Navedo
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June 18, 2023

GCU Alumni Interview With Jessie Navedo

Welcome to episode 4 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing a recent graduate of the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at GCU, Jessie Navedo. In this interview, Jessie shares her overall experiences with the classes she completed in the program and advice that she has for current students who are completing the program. Send Jackie a Text Join PodMatch! Use the link to join PodMatch, a place for hosts and guests to connect. Disclai...